I have a martial arts panel.

Not just Tao Zhi, almost everyone looked at Xu Ning with admiration.

Although they didn't have Tao Zhi's insight, they all realized that Xu Ning's Gale Blade Technique was far superior to theirs.

At this moment, Xu Ning, who was inside the circle, was unaware of the attention he received from those around him.

He focused all his attention on fighting Tao Yunmeng.

Blades clashed, the wind whistling through the air.

"A new generation replaces the old; Xu Ning is a promising talent!"

Tao Yunmeng felt that if he continued fighting, he would be unable to resist using his internal energy, which would be a huge loss of face.

Bang!

During the exchange, Tao Yun swung his knife and deflected Xu Ning's blade.

"It's ready!"

Tao Yun stared at Xu Ning with a smile: "You've mastered the Gale Blade Technique, Xu Ning! You're amazing!"

The Gale Blade Technique has been perfected...

An uproar erupted from the crowd gathered in the circle.

Only then did everyone realize that Xu Ning's suppression of Tao Yunmeng was truly due to his superior mastery of the Gale Blade Technique.

The previous high regard for Xu Ning was actually an underestimation.

In Taojiazhuang, a young man with such a strong surname has actually appeared.

At this moment, Guo Ye's lips twitched in the crowd.

"No wonder this kid dared to pick withered grass near the inner circle; he's already this strong!"

Guo Ye felt he had figured out Xu Ning's previous actions: "This kid bought the swallowtail grass probably because he had mastered external martial arts and needed to prepare for practicing internal martial arts... This kid, he even kept this level of progress a secret from me..."

"No... I need to practice extra when I get back!"

Seeing Xu Ning displaying his formidable strength, Guo Ye felt a rare surge of fighting spirit.

Xu Ning remained calm despite stunning everyone.

But in that exchange just now, he became certain of one thing.

Judging purely from the Fierce Wind Blade Technique, his own mastery level is stronger than Tao Yunmeng's.

It should be noted that Tao Yunmeng has mastered the Gale Blade Technique for over a decade.

But all that accumulation over the years is not as good as what I have achieved.

These are all terrifying abilities of the martial arts panel.

"This martial arts panel is truly amazing..."

Xu Ning remained outwardly calm, but a few ripples stirred within him.

"You little rascal, at first I thought you signed up for the training camp to study, but I didn't expect it was just to test your strength..." Tao Yunmeng stepped forward, patted Xu Ning on the shoulder, "Go and collect your reward first, and then return the money for this training camp."

"A quiz? A reward?"

Upon hearing Tao Yunmeng's words, Xu Ning didn't react for a moment: "What do you mean?"

Seeing Xu Ning's puzzled look, Tao Yun laughed: "It seems you don't understand..."

"That's how it is..." Tao Yunmeng explained, "Anyone who participates in the training camp will pass the test once they reach the minor completion level, and they will no longer need to participate in the training camp. In addition, they will be rewarded with a steel sword and an internal energy cultivation method, opening a new chapter in their martial arts training."

"A reward for internal strength?"

Xu Ning's heart suddenly stirred.

Compared to external martial arts, internal martial arts are the true essence of martial arts in this world.

To some extent, external skills are merely techniques, while internal skills are the fundamental way to unleash one's potential from within and master powerful martial arts.

Previously, he had been regretting not being able to obtain internal energy, but now, it had been delivered to him.

Xu Ning was quite pleased that someone had delivered a pillow to her just as she was dozing off.

However, Xu Ning immediately frowned: "Uncle Meng, you mentioned an internal strength reward, can I, an outsider, also receive it?"

This was a concern in Xu Ning's mind.

In Xu Ning's view, internal strength is an extremely valuable thing.

Upon hearing this, Tao Yunmeng laughed loudly: "You're overthinking it. Your brother-in-law is from Tao Family Village, so you are also from Tao Family Village. Therefore, you are naturally qualified to receive the reward."

"I see... I understand, thank you Uncle Meng."

Xu Ning was quite moved and thanked Tao Yunmeng.

At the same time, Xu Ning also felt a greater sense of goodwill towards Taojiazhuang.

From this perspective, Taojiazhuang has a very open atmosphere, and the reason why the predecessor felt unable to integrate into it for so long may be due to an inherent inferiority complex.

"No need to thank me, these are all the rules of the manor." Tao Yun waved his hand. "But you, you've mastered the Gale Blade Technique in just three years. That's truly an eye-opener."

"It was all just luck..."

Xu Ning said modestly.

"Alright, that concludes this morning's training session!"

Tao Yunmeng was in a good mood. Although he had only been Xu Ning's coach for half a day, he was quite pleased to have gained such a genius.

The only regret is that we didn't discover Xu Ning's talent sooner.

"By the way, go to the Elders' Hall to collect your reward. You can go there directly after the clan disbands."

Tao Yunmeng then gave Xu Ning another instruction.

"Understood, Uncle Meng."

Although they had only known each other for a short time, Xu Ning could feel the sincerity that Tao Yunmeng showed.

"Guo Ye, come here!"

Then, Tao Yun glanced at Guo Ye in the crowd and shouted.

"Uncle Meng"

Guo Ye approached with a smile.

"Pack up your knives and carry them to the armory later. When we assemble in two hours, you can bring them back."

Tao Yunmeng gave the order.

"I can't carry it..."

Guo Ye immediately made up an excuse.

But after seeing the threatening look in Tao Yunmeng's eyes, Guo Ye finally gave in.

Soon, the crowd dispersed.

Only Xu Ning and Guo Ye remained.

"I'll help you take these steel knives to the armory."

Xu Ning was ready to lend Guo Ye a hand.

"No, thank you."

Guo Ye waved his hand: "Go to the clan elders' hall quickly, don't delay important matters."

"Can you carry this by yourself?"

Xu Ning countered with a question.

"If you can't carry it all by hand, you can just transport it in several trips."

Guo Ye pursed his lips: "I've made up my mind. I'm going to practice the Gale Blade Technique properly too."

Xu Ning laughed when he heard this; Guo Ye must have been provoked by him.

It's not too late, keep trying.

Xu Ning offered a word of encouragement.

"If there's anything I don't understand in the future, I'll come to you, and you have to teach me."

Guo Ye said.

"rest assured."

Xu Ning nodded in agreement.

"Alright, let's go to the clan hall."

Guo Ye urged.

Xu Ning didn't waste any more time. He said goodbye to Guo Ye and headed towards the clan elders' hall.

……

Following the route he remembered, Xu Ning arrived at the clan elders' hall.

The clan elders' hall in Taojiazhuang was essentially a high-level decision-making body.

Each member of the clan elders' hall is not only powerful, but also holds a high position and influence within the village.

All major decisions concerning Taojiazhuang are made by these clan elders.

There are more than a dozen elders in the clan hall. They all gather together on important occasions, but usually they take turns on duty to handle some minor matters inside and outside the clan.

Two armed guards stood before the entrance to the ancestral hall. Xu Ning had just approached and hadn't even spoken when one of the guards asked him, "Are you here to collect your reward after passing the training test?"

"Yes."

Xu Ning responded.

"Go in."

The guards readily allowed them to pass.

Xu Ning walked through the courtyard and went inside.

The ancestral hall is simply decorated, but it is a large place.

Below the main seat, there are seats arranged in order on both sides.

When Xu Ning came in, he saw that there were already three people there, obviously from other groups who had come to collect their rewards.

Xu Ning knew two of them.

One of them was a young girl, dressed in a strong and spirited outfit. She was Tao Ye, the granddaughter of Tao Jingxing, the current head of the Tao clan.

Another person Xu Ning knew was Tao Qingfeng, a relatively active member of the younger generation.

Tao Qingfeng is very famous in Tao Family Village. There were rumors that he was extremely talented and made remarkable progress as soon as he started learning the Hurricane Gun Technique. Now that we meet him here, he has clearly already achieved some success.

He is not even thirteen years old yet.

"I wonder which is stronger, the Hurricane Spear Technique or the Gale Blade Technique..."

Xu Ning muttered to himself.

Hurricane Spear Technique and Gale Knife Technique are the main external martial arts skills practiced by the younger generation of Tao Family Village.

It is relatively easy to learn and highly practical.

Aside from Tao Ye and Tao Qingfeng, Xu Ning didn't really remember the third person.

As Xu Ning sized up the three of them, the three of them were also looking back at Xu Ning.

Clearly, they were not familiar with Xu Ning.

Although Xu Ning knew Tao Ye and Tao Qingfeng, neither of them knew Xu Ning.

Tao Family Village has over three thousand people, and Xu Ning is just an ordinary person from another family with no particular surname, so he doesn't really stand out.

However, since everyone was here at the same time, they all nodded to each other politely.

Because this was the ancestral hall, the group felt uncomfortable talking and didn't dare to sit, so they stood quietly.

A short while later, a hearty laugh rang out from outside the clan elders' hall.

An elderly man with half-white hair and a sprightly demeanor walked in.