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Chapter 24: Proficiency in Fist Techniques
Chapter 24: Proficiency in Fist Techniques
Skills: Five Beasts Fist (Entry Level 90/100)
Jiang Ning examined his status panel.
"I only need ten more experience points to break through the Entry Level and achieve proficiency," he thought.
"With the support of ginseng, I can grind out these ten points in just one morning!"
Jiang Ning walked to an empty spot nearby and adjusted his stance. After a brief moment of preparation, he began practicing the Five Beasts Fist.
Five Beasts Fist Experience +1
Upon completing a set of the fist technique, he reached into his brocade box and took out a whole ginseng root.
Opening the box, he found that the root was now only three-tenths of its original size.
Jiang Ning hesitated for a moment, then tore off half of the ginseng and chewed it slowly.
His throat moved slightly as he thoroughly chewed the ginseng into a pulp before swallowing it.
In just a short while, he felt his energy rapidly recovering. His skin turned slightly red, his blood circulated faster, and his heart pumped with increased vigor.
The medicinal effects of the ginseng had begun to take effect within his body, and as his energy replenished, Jiang Ning didn't want to waste any of the precious medicine.
Five Beasts Fist Experience +1
Five Beasts Fist Experience +1
Five Beasts Fist Experience +2
With the support of the ginseng's medicinal power, after each set of the Five Beasts Fist, Jiang Ning only needed a brief moment to recover his energy before continuing. He didn't have to worry about exhausting his body.
His efficiency in practicing the fist technique had significantly improved compared to before.
Initially, it took him half an hour to complete one set of the Five Beasts Fist, but now, within an hour, including the two to three minutes of recovery time, he could manage to practice three sets.
With this increased efficiency and the support of the medicine, grinding experience points for the Five Beasts Fist became much faster.
As the sun rose higher in the sky:
Five Beasts Fist Experience +1
Jiang Ning checked his status panel again.
Skills: Five Beasts Fist (Entry Level 99/100)
On the panel, the accumulated experience points for the Five Beasts Fist had reached 99, and with this latest addition, it suddenly broke through the 100 mark.
Skills: Five Beasts Fist (Proficiency 0/200)
As Jiang Ning broke through to the Proficiency level, he closed his eyes.
In his mind, countless memories of practicing the fist technique flashed by at incredible speed, like a dying person's life flashing before their eyes.
After a few breaths, the images merged into one, and Jiang Ning felt a tingling sensation throughout his body, as if a mild electric current was flowing through him.
When he opened his eyes, they shone with a brilliant light.
Then, he began practicing the fist technique again.
Each move and posture had subtle improvements compared to before. There were changes that he couldn't quite explain or understand, but his movements were more natural and fluid, including his breathing rhythm, as if everything had become an innate part of his body's functioning.
After completing a set, Jiang Ning closed his eyes, his chest rising and falling gently. With each breath, his qi flowed smoothly.
Five Beasts Fist Experience +1
He ignored the notification that appeared in his vision, as his attention was entirely focused on his body.
He could clearly sense that with each set of the fist technique, his vital energy condensed into two strands, twice the efficiency of before. "At the Proficiency level, practicing the Five Beasts Fist can condense two strands of vital energy per set. This means my body and vital energy will grow stronger at an even faster rate!"
"I'll reach the conditions set by Master Wang Jin and achieve the Entry Rank in martial arts even sooner!"
Jiang Ning was exhilarated as he felt the changes within his body.
The faster the accumulation of Vital Energy, the sooner one can achieve the state of perfection and attain the mastery of Vital Energy flowing throughout the body.
Thus, Jiang Ning would have more time to focus on his Martial Dao Entry Rank.
The Patrol Bureau, I must join!!!
Jiang Ning clenched his fists tightly.
He knew that this was the place that could change his fate.
For him, as long as he had enough time and resources, he was confident that he could overcome any obstacle.
The Patrol Bureau was one of the two most prominent institutions in the Great Xia Kingdom, along with the Divine Emperor and the Martial Sage. The Martial Sage's power was not inferior to that of the Divine Emperor.
As the saying goes, "leaning on a big tree provides good shade." By joining the Patrol Bureau, Jiang Ning could rely on one of the most powerful institutions and have the time to grow and develop slowly.
Moreover, the Patrol Bureau had ample resources to support his growth.
Jiang Ning then clenched his fists again, feeling the abundant Vital Energy in his right arm.
I wonder how strong I am now?
Jiang Ning was filled with curiosity, and his gaze fell upon the Stone Lock on the right side of the front courtyard wall.
Let's try out my current strength.
According to Wang Jin, joining the Patrol Bureau would inevitably involve fighting and competition. If his strength increased by even a small margin, his combat power would also increase.
Jiang Ning walked up to the Stone Lock and said, "I'll try my strength."
Just then, Cheng Ran appeared, "Jiang Ning, you're testing your strength again?"
Jiang Ning turned around, "Cheng Ran, why aren't you practicing your fist techniques? Are you intimidated by Xiao Peng?"
Cheng Ran sighed, "Xiao Peng's abilities are too deeply hidden! He has already mastered the Tiger Form Fist and has a minor mastery of the Ape Form Fist, leaving me far behind!"
Jiang Ning consoled him, "Don't worry, Cheng Ran, there are still three months left. Mastering fist techniques requires comprehension and opportunity. Who knows, maybe one day you'll have an epiphany and master both the Tiger and Crane Form Fists!"
"The outcome is still uncertain, and anything can happen!"
"Besides, Cheng Ran, your Vital Energy is already perfected, which puts you ahead of Xiao Peng in that aspect."
As they spoke, Jiang Ning removed his upper garment, revealing a physique that had clearly improved significantly since he started practicing martial arts. His muscles were now visible, a stark contrast to his previous frail and weak state.
Cheng Ran couldn't help but laugh upon hearing Jiang Ning's words, feeling comforted.
"You're right, Jiang Ning, the situation is still uncertain, and we can both be considered dark horses!!"
Just then, Cheng Ran's face broke into a smile.
"Jiang Ning's talent is indeed exceptional, and his strength already surpasses that of ordinary people."
As Jiang Ning lifted the 100-jin Stone Lock with ease, Cheng Ran praised him, "Jiang Ning's strength is extraordinary!"
Jiang Ning smiled, "After practicing martial arts for a few days, I should have made some progress."
He then put down the Stone Lock.
"Jiang Ning, are you up for challenging the 150-jin Stone Lock?" Cheng Ran asked.
Jiang Ning nodded, "Of course, I'll give it a try."
He walked up to the 150-jin Stone Lock. For an average person who hadn't trained, this was a significant challenge. For his previous self, it was an impossible feat, as he was too weak and couldn't even lift the 100-jin Stone Lock.
(End of Chapter)
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