Chapter 46: Confrontation (PK, read and chase!)
Chapter 46: Confrontation (PK, read and chase!)
The front courtyard of the Canglang Martial Academy.
Jiang Ning and Cheng Ran had just arrived when they spotted Li Qing, a tall woman with a ponytail, revealing her slender swan-like neck.
Among all the disciples in the Canglang Martial Academy, Li Qing was the only female disciple.
She stood out like a crane among chickens, especially with her height, which Jiang Ning estimated to be at least 170 centimeters.
Li Qing was only half a head shorter than him.
As for why the Canglang Martial Academy had only one female disciple, it wasn't hard to understand.
Practicing martial arts could damage the skin on one's hands, causing calluses to form.
This was a flaw that most women found hard to tolerate.
In the Canglang Martial Academy, all new disciples were only allowed to learn the Five Beasts Fist, a single martial arts style.
Naturally, not many women were willing to join the academy, as no woman would want her soft and smooth hands to become rough and covered in calluses.
Most women who practiced martial arts focused on leg techniques and weapon-based styles, which were more aesthetically pleasing and didn't affect their body shape.
The desire to be beautiful was something women from any world couldn't avoid.
As for why Li Qing's hands remained so fair and free of calluses after practicing martial arts, Jiang Ning didn't know the reason, but he guessed that she must be using some precious secret medicine to protect her hands daily.
The front courtyard of the martial academy seemed to have experienced a minor disturbance.
A robust man attracted the attention of all the disciples.
This man appeared exceptionally robust, especially his arms, which were extraordinarily extraordinary. His left arm, freely hanging, reached down to his knees.
Such an arm span indicated extraordinary bones and an innate talent for martial arts.
An inch longer, an inch stronger.
His arm span gave him a significant advantage in fist techniques.
The man patted Xiao Peng's shoulder and said, "Xiao Shidi, you're impressive. No wonder Master chose you as his direct disciple today. Your understanding is indeed profound, and at such a young age, you've grasped the essence of Tiger Form Fist mastery. I believe one day, Xiao Shidi, you'll surpass me."
Xiao Peng, excited, spoke up, "Thank you, Zhao Shixiong, for your encouragement. Experiencing your Tiger Power has benefited me greatly. When my fist techniques reach perfection, I won't forget your guidance today."
Cheng Ran couldn't help but feel a twinge of envy as he watched Xiao Peng and Zhao Hu surrounded by the other disciples.
He muttered under his breath, "Xiao Peng knows how to put on a show. Taking advantage of my absence, he's trying to curry favor with Zhao Shixiong and get guidance from him."
"Zhao Shixiong has mastered Tiger Form Fist, and his Tiger Power flows effortlessly. His guidance will surely help Xiao Peng gain insights, further widening the gap between them."
"Damn! Competing for that last spot in the Patrol Bureau is going to be even harder now."
Jiang Ning patted Cheng Ran's shoulder and said, "Come on, Cheng Shixiong. Xiao Peng is trying to impress Zhao Shixiong to get his guidance and widen the gap between them. You need to surpass him."
Cheng Ran clenched his fist and replied, "I will definitely surpass him."
Outside the Martial Academy.
Clop, clop, clop—
A black horse-drawn carriage approached from a distance, slowing down as it neared the Canglang Martial Academy.
Hoo—
Under the watchful eyes of two disciples at the academy's entrance, the carriage came to a gradual halt at the academy's main gate.
The next moment, the coachman tightened his waist, and with a burst of force, he leaped from the horse like a shrimp, landing gracefully on the ground.
He drew back the carriage curtain, "Master, we've arrived at the Canglang Martial Academy."
Then, the front side of the carriage dipped slightly, and a man with a goatee, around fifty years old, emerged from the carriage, bending his waist as he stepped out.
At the entrance of the martial arts hall, the doorman's gaze fell upon the two of them.
"Please inform the master of the hall, Liu Zhixiang, the manager of Sihu Merchant House, is here to visit."
Sihu Merchant House?
The two disciples exchanged glances, and one of them, with a goatee and an estimated age of fifty, respectfully addressed Liu Zhixiang.
"Manager Liu, please wait a moment while I go and inform the master of the hall."
The disciple hurried inside the martial arts hall.
Clop-clop-clop...
The sound of a galloping carriage approached from the distant street corner."
The swiftly approaching carriage also caught the attention of the group.
After about a dozen breaths...
Huff...
As the carriage driver pulled on the reins, the entire carriage came to a stop in front of Canglang Martial Arts Hall.
Then...
The carriage curtain was drawn aside, and a man in a black brocade robe with a topknot hat stepped out.
Following him was a man as sturdy as an iron tower.
"Liu Zhixiang, Sihu Merchant House has overstepped its boundaries!" The man in the black brocade robe spoke calmly.
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Liu Zhixiang, with his goatee, glanced at the man in the black brocade robe, then at the muscular man behind him, as sturdy as an iron tower.
A faint smile lifted the corners of Liu Zhixiang's mouth. "Oh? Is Zhou Xiong's appetite so big? Since when did Wang Jin's Canglang Martial Arts Hall become your territory, Zhou Xing?"
"Not satisfied with receiving Zhang Tiesheng, do you now want to swallow all the talented disciples of Canglang Martial Arts Hall in one go?"
Hearing Liu Zhixiang's questioning, Zhou Xing chuckled.
"Be careful not to overextend your reach, or you might lose your hand!"
As the words fell, Zhou Xing brushed past Liu Zhixiang, and Zhang Tiesheng, the iron tower-like man, followed closely behind.
Watching Zhou Xing's departing figure, Liu Zhixiang's face turned pale, then green, looking extremely displeased. Being scolded by a junior in front of others, even though there weren't many witnesses, made him feel a great loss of face.
Zhou Xing!
Hmph! I hope you can really be so arrogant! Liu Zhixiang thought, considering the powerful figures associated with Sihu Merchant House, feeling extremely confident.
At this moment, he hoped that Zhou Xing would dare to make a move, so he could use the opportunity to teach this junior a good lesson.
At the entrance of the martial arts hall...
The doorman who had stayed behind noticed Zhou Xing's arrival and immediately bowed in greeting.
"Greetings, Brother Zhou!"
Then he turned to Zhang Tiesheng, "Greetings, Brother Zhang!"
Zhou Xing patted the doorman's shoulder, "Work hard, and I hope one day you'll become my true disciple!"
"Yes, Brother Zhou!" The doorman replied, his face filled with excitement, and then watched Zhou Xing's departing figure with clenched fists.
On the other side...
Inside the martial arts hall...
Zhao Hu glanced at the crowd, his gaze briefly resting on Li Qing for a moment, a hint of admiration flashing through his eyes.
"Disciples, I just mentioned showing you the Tiger Power. Please follow me."
Upon hearing this, the crowd's faces lit up with excitement, and they followed.
Jiang Ning nodded.
At this moment...
Zhao Hu's gaze inadvertently swept past Li Qing, seeing her in the rear of the crowd, but she also followed. His heart filled with joy.
Being noticed by a beauty made him happy.
As a martial artist with vigorous vital energy and abundant energy, and at the age of budding desires, it was natural for him to have feelings for Li Qing.
(End of Chapter)
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