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Chapter 105: Choosing a Martial Art
Chapter 105: Choosing a Martial Art (Monthly Vote Request)
"Before the Martial Arts Epoch, we already knew that muscle training could increase strength—but muscles have limits."
"Once you reach a certain intensity, further gains drop sharply."
"But if you thicken your tendons and combine that with muscle training, strength development revives."
"Look at my body's tendons!"
Lin Qi stepped closer and saw Zhang Cheng's spine—several thick, ropy tendons bulged along his back like steel cables wrapped around bones.
"Ancestral traditions included Tendon Cultivation—training to expand and stretch tendons. The longer they stretch, the more power they generate."
"Tendons an inch longer, strength ten times stronger."
"Why do some people with slight builds outmatch muscular opponents? Their secret lies in tendon membranes. Those with copper- or steel-grade tendons develop massive power."
Lin Qi nodded. His own steel-like tendons granted him explosive strength.
"After training, you'll feel tendons threading through muscles—alive and tangible."
"You'll sense a force like inner energy in every movement!"
Zhang Cheng demonstrated, throwing a punch that cracked the air. His tendons quivered like springs releasing kinetic energy.
A strange pressure wave brushed Lin Qi's face.
Lin Qi felt awe.
"Second Realm Tendon Cultivation absorbs ambient Primordial Energy to forge tendons—thicker, longer tendons."
"The stronger your tendons, the more your muscles refine, boosting your Vital Energy Stat dramatically."
Boom! Boom! Zhang Cheng's punches erupted into sonic blasts, his body taut and springy like compressed energy.
"Tendon membranes better protect muscles and bones, stabilizing your power structure."
"They enhance force transmission through muscles, improving strength efficiency and bodily control—sharpening fist techniques and martial arts capabilities."
"That's the Second Realm of martial arts—Tendon Cultivation!"
Zhang Cheng finished. Lin Qi nodded gratefully. "I understand."
"Ask questions now", Zhang Cheng offered.
They discussed for half an hour before Zhang Cheng departed, leaving Lin Qi seated in the training hall, replaying the lesson.
Now, he'd purchase a Primordial Energy Martial Art to begin cultivation.
"Xiaochan!"
"Here, Master!"
Light condensed into Xiaochan—a blue-robed AI projection.
"Open Crimson Heaven Residence."
"Accessing..."
She flicked her wrist, projecting Lin Qi's phone interface. He tapped to log in:
Crimson Heaven Residence—a site by Crimson Vault Martial Arts Pavilion offering videos, shopping, forums, tutorials, and martial arts manuals. Modern convenience replaced old training halls.
The login screen flashed:
[Name: Lin Qi]
[ID Number: …]
He tapped "Login."
Pfft! Crimson flames engulfed the screen, exploding into a red-and-white homepage with ethereal music.
[Welcome, Lin Qi, to Crimson Heaven Residence!]
The interface matched his expectations: [Shopping], [Forum], [Video]...
He'd tested most features already. The forum focused on Bronze-grade techniques—useless for him. Video tutorials featured martial artists charging fees. Shopping sold supplements like Physical Energy Capsules and Stamina Elixirs.
He navigated to [Martial Arts] → [Second Realm].
Ping! The page refreshed, listing dozens of manuals. Sorted by price—descending. Was this because he was an A-Rank prodigy?
His eyes burned as he scanned:
[Lava Finch Evolution Method] ★★★★★ 5,000,000 Xia Kingdom Credits [Crimson Heaven]
[Adamantine Body Ape Evolution Method] ★★★★★ 4,900,000 [Black Radiance×1.5]
[Submersion Sea Whale Evolution Method] ★★★★★ 4,900,000 [Abyssal Maw×1.5]
...
[Golden Vajra Tiger Evolution Method] ★★★★★ 4,800,000 [Crimson Heaven]
...
[Earth-Shattering Dragon Evolution Method] ★★★★★ 4,600,000 [Crimson Heaven]
Five stars denoted supreme quality. These were top-tier introductory manuals—precursors to mid- and advanced-stage techniques. Most martial artists would drool over such options.
His status panel displayed compatibility ratings:
[Lava Finch Evolution Method] (85% compatibility)
[Adamantine Body Ape Evolution Method] (85%)
[Submersion Sea Whale Evolution Method] (84%)
...
He frowned. None reached 90%. He remembered—Lava Finch originated from Red Emperor, the world's strongest. Many would ignore compatibility to chase their idols' techniques, only to derail their cultivation.
He recalled Sun Manager’s advice: "Don't chase the best—chase what fits."
Thankfully, his status panel revealed perfect matches. Scanning downward, his eyes locked on:
[Golden Vajra Tiger Evolution Method] (100% compatibility)
His breath caught. 100%? Fate or design—this manual fit him like a glove.
"Xiaochan, what happens at 100% compatibility?"
"The data suggests perfect resonance", Xiaochan replied. "It unleashes the technique's full potential—possibly triggering unknown mutations."
Lin Qi grinned. This was his path. No other manual matched him completely—only this one offered evolutionary potential.
"I'll take [Golden Vajra Tiger Evolution Method]." He decided instantly.
...
(End of Chapter)
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