From Under One Person: Sincere Journey Through the Heavens

As long as you seize the right opportunity!

Wang Yaozu, who was standing next to Jiang Liu, was also quite knowledgeable and could see that the two pairs of brothers in the Lü family had abnormal personalities—what normal, good family could raise two sons with completely different personalities at the same time?

Just like Jiang Liu, he has a strong sense of self-will, but he also has a touch of the "wickedness" that comes from his father, Wang Yaozu.

But the words came back again.

Is my son really addicted to poaching talent?

Thinking of this, Wang Yaozu couldn't help but chuckle. If one day his son could recruit one person from all the prestigious sects, he would laugh out loud in the afterlife and fiercely mock the older generation of those powerful sects!

At dinner time.

Lu Ci was somewhat surprised to see that the apprentices had also sat down at the table to eat with Jiang Liu and his group, but he didn't ask any questions. He just wanted to talk to Jiang Liu.

But when the words were on the tip of his tongue, he found himself at a loss for words. The only friend he could get along with was Wang Ai from the Wang family.

The lively atmosphere at the dinner table seemed to have nothing to do with him?

Seeing Lü Ci's silence, Jiang Liu chuckled. Just as he was about to pick up a piece of food, his chopsticks moved slightly, and two magnetic fields were released, taking the first bite of the braised pork he was about to pick up.

"Ok?"

Lu Ci was taken aback, suspecting that Jiang Liu was trying to harm him, but then he saw that everyone else at the table, including the apprentices, was also using their magnetic fields.

"Although you are a guest, if you want to eat, you'll have to show off your skills. Want to have a competition with us?" Jiang Liu put the braised pork into his mouth, picked up his chopsticks, and two magnetic fields covered the chopsticks.

"Hey!"

Lu Ci finally became interested. Two blue Ruyi-shaped energy appeared on the chopsticks he was holding. He chuckled and said, "Want to test your control skills with me? I won't admit defeat!"

# Chapter 288 Happiness is always fleeting —

As Jiang Liu started, most of the people at the table displayed their unique skills. Even Zhao Qian and the other eight apprentices released a faint magnetic field, which attached to their chopsticks, in order to pick up the dishes on the table.

This was probably Lü Ci's first time participating in such an activity. Although he was in high spirits, he found it somewhat difficult to exert his full power with chopsticks as a medium.

Moreover, the Ruyi Jin technique, though called Jinli (劲力), is essentially an outward-released energy, which lies in the word "Ruyi" (如意) rather than in the "Jinli" itself.

After all, Ruyi Jin is like an extension of the arms and hands when controlled, and can be made into various forms, hence the name "Ruyi" (meaning "as you wish").

However, this method is far inferior to Tai Chi Chuan and Bajiquan in terms of pure force techniques beyond hardness and softness.

However, Lü Ci was indeed talented in the Ruyi Jin technique. He quickly mastered the knack, flicked his chopsticks, and unleashed a burst of blue energy that struck the dishes on the plate, sending them flying into his own bowl.

However, Ruyi Jin is not a human magnetic field. When it touches another object, it will unleash force instead of controlling the object. Therefore, it can only be presented in the form of knocking the object away.

With a burst of Ruyi energy, a piece of braised pork, along with its juices, soared into the air, tracing a graceful arc.

Just as it was about to land in his bowl, Lu Jin grabbed his chopsticks and pointed in the air. A magnetic field extended out, binding the braised pork and its broth, and sending it falling into his bowl: "Sorry, Lü Ci, anyone can take this piece of meat before it reaches your bowl."

"Yo ho!"

Lu Ci's lips curled up slightly, a hint of madness in his expression. He twirled his chopsticks, extending two wisps of Ruyi energy that darted out like nimble snakes. The moment they touched the magnetic field emitted by Lu Jin, they exploded, dispersing the magnetic field and knocking the braised pork piece back into his bowl. Lu Jin himself stood up, raising his bowl to catch the piece of braised pork.

But at that moment, another Taoist's magnetic field probed out.

He reached out from among the chopsticks in Jiang Liu's hand and said with a smile, "Sorry, I've also taken a liking to this piece of meat."

"I can't pretend I didn't see it!"

Lu Jin extended his magnetic field again, entangled with Jiang Liu's force field, causing the braised pork to float in mid-air.

[Great opportunity!]

With a flick of his wrist, Lü Ci unleashed a burst of blue energy from a chopstick, which coiled like a long snake and reached the braised pork. Precisely positioning itself, it exploded, shattering the magnetic field between the two men. He then turned the bowl upside down, causing the pork to finally fall.

"Haha! It's mine!" Lü Ci picked up the piece of meat from his bowl and swallowed it in one gulp, afraid that Jiang Liu and Lu Jin would be uncivilized and snatch the food from his bowl.

Jiang Liu and Lu Jin exchanged a glance without making a sound, both revealing a barely perceptible smile.

They're just kids!

It's okay to give in a little!

no doubt.

These two are just teasing Lü Ci!

During this meal, Lü Ciguang ate his food but didn't eat much of the other dishes, and he was also a bit tired—how could he not be tired after having to use his magical powers to grab food while eating?

But he was very happy and chatted with the rest of the Ghost Hand Wang Cai Opera troupe.

After all, in terms of grabbing vegetables, Daozhuan Bafang has a great advantage. Even though Zhao Qian and other apprentices are not as strong as Lü Ci, they can still use their magnetic advantage to compete with Lü Ci, who can only rely on force to grab vegetables.

However, what made Lü Ci most comfortable was the atmosphere at the dinner table.

When I was in the Lü family, meals were eaten according to seniority. Except when guests came to visit, the atmosphere was rather quiet.

But this place is different.

Jiang Liu and the others were all very easygoing. The apprentices and the troupe leader could sit and eat together, and the apprentices even dared to compete with Jiang Liu for the same piece of meat—but they usually couldn't win.

But that's not the key point.

To be honest, Lü Ci really enjoyed the atmosphere here.

After dinner, Lü Ci didn't want to go back to the inn so soon. His attention turned to Lu Jin—the boy had fought him to a standstill during dinner, which piqued his interest. He asked, "Are you from the Lu family?"

"Yes, my name is Lu Jin."

"You became a disciple of the Ghost Hand Wang Cai Opera Troupe?"

“I’m from the Sanyi Sect, and I’m currently cultivating under Brother Jiang, but I can also be considered part of this opera troupe. I’m also the vice president of the Confucian Association.” Lu Jin knew what Lü Ci was thinking. “Want to spar with me?”

"I can't ask for it."

Lu Ci grinned.

"Alright, let's practice." Lu Jin went to the courtyard first, circulated his profound skill, and had white qi ribbons swirling around his back, like an immortal descending to earth, which made Lü Ci stare in astonishment.

"Great!"

Lu Ci felt the pressure, but he remained calm and closed in, throwing a punch at Lu Jin while unleashing his Ruyi Force.

But this Ruyi Force seemed to have struck a drum, and was instantly bounced away. The recoil caused his fist to ache, as if the drum was made of metal or stone.

Having confirmed that Lu Jin's defense was beyond his ability to break, Lü Ci, unwilling to admit defeat, unleashed a flurry of punches, each one imbued with the power of Ruyi.

Lu Jin, however, seemed to be taking a leisurely stroll, swaying left and right, his shoulders and back rising and falling, his strength flowing, dealing with his opponent's effortless force in the most energy-efficient way.

He wasn't just relying on the powerful physical abilities he gained from his profound skills; he was also using Lü Ci's Ruyi Jin to hone his Tai Chi skills.

"How about we make a bet and see who wins?"

Hong walked up to Jiang Liu, tapped him on the shoulder, and took out ten silver dollars. "I bet Lu Jin will win."

"...If you want to take those ten silver dollars back, just say so." Jiang Liu was slightly speechless. Seeing that Xiao Yun, Xiao Yu, and Miss Liu were also watching the commotion, he ordered, "You three go wash the dishes."

"what?"

Miss Liu exclaimed, "You want me to wash the dishes?"

"Otherwise what? Now that you've joined the opera troupe, you naturally have to do some work." Jiang Liu called out to Chengzhen, who was clearing away the dishes, "Sister Chengzhen, congratulations! You don't have to do any chores anymore. These three new guys have taken care of all the chores. You just need to look after the house."

"Oh."

Chengzhen nodded, put the neatly stacked bowls and chopsticks back on the table, and said "please" to Xiao Yun, Xiao Yu, and Miss Liu.

This scene.

Not only did the three men's expressions twitch, but even Jiang Liu's lips twitched slightly—

It's surprising that Chengzhen has such a cunning side.

"Honestly! During meals, the three of us who can't do the 'Turning Eight Directions' or the 'Wishful Thinking' technique get the least amount of food, yet we have to do the hardest work." Miss Liu complained, but when you're under someone else's roof, how can you not bow your head? She could only join Xiao Yun and Xiao Yu in clearing the table of dishes again.

Watching the three of them carry the bowls and chopsticks to the kitchen, Jiang Liu gestured to Qian Dui, Sun Li, and Wu Kan to follow, lest they smash the dishes.

At this moment, Lü Ci had already collapsed to the ground, panting heavily. He gave Lu Jin, who was still full of energy, a thumbs up and said, "You're amazing too! I'll definitely win next time!"

However, for Lü Ci, happy times are always fleeting. As darkness fell, he had no choice but to leave the courtyard and head towards an inn in the city…

# Chapter 289 Rebellion... It's seeped into my bones

"How about the Ruyi Jin?"

After watching Lü Ci's lonely figure disappear into the darkness, Jiang Liu asked Lu Jin about his feelings about sparring with Lü Ci.

"Practical and flexible".

This is the secret that Lu Jin gleaned from the Ruyi Force.

Compared to Wudang's Thirteen Postures of Tai Chi, Bajiquan, and Pengzu Tai Chi, the Lü family's Ruyi Jin focuses more on the control of Qi.

For example, the physical strength of Peng Zu's Tai Chi requires cultivating the body to the point where the energy circulates throughout the body, using the spine as the source to connect the nine orifices and then unleash it.

However, Ruyi Jin skips the step of circulating energy throughout the body and directly reaches the state of transforming energy into form. However, the energy of Ruyi Jin is not like that of Peng Zu Tai Chi, which can transform into a dragon shape. Instead, it is long and thin, like a serpent, which is extremely easy to control. Compared to making the energy and the movement of the body perfectly coordinated, it is more inclined to flexibly control the energy.

If we differentiate between Wudang Tai Chi, Peng Zu Tai Chi, and Ruyi Jin, we get:

Ruyi Jin places great emphasis on the control of Qi.

Peng Zu Tai Chi emphasizes training to allow Qi (vital energy) to circulate throughout the body;

The final focus of Wudang Tai Chi is on evolving countless forces based on the two energies of softness and hardness.

Each has its own strengths.

However, there is no doubt that Wudang Tai Chi and Peng Zu Tai Chi are more effective in internal cultivation and physical training, while Ruyi Jin focuses more on the practicality of Qi.

This is the foundation upon which the Lü family stands.

"Brother Jiang, are you going to bring him over too?" Lu Jin asked.

"It depends."

Jiang Liu remained noncommittal, "I have a premonition that the world will become increasingly chaotic in the next twenty or thirty years, and it may even affect the entire world of supernatural beings."

At that time, neither you nor I will be able to remain unaffected.