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Chapter 368: Chapter 336 Turtle and Snake Array, Fire Planting Golden Lotus

Standing outside the gate to welcome Wu Li and others were a total of eleven people, old and young alike, with an elderly man standing in the middle.

Wu Li took notice of this elder first; standing at least 1.9 meters tall, his stature and aura gave off a feeling of a crane among chickens – it was difficult not to pay attention to him.

The elder wore a simple black overcoat; he was spirited and robust, with a hunched back and a crane-like physique, his arms were very long, his hands hung past his knees.

Since Wu Li’s fist intent entered the Spirit Realm, he had become extremely sensitive to all kinds of auras and conceptions in the outside world. He could extract the corresponding aura from the elements around him for reference – and even more so from martial artists who had developed fist intent. To Wu Li, these people stood out like candles in the dark, extremely conspicuous.

Therefore, Wu Li’s way of assessing people had evolved beyond merely their appearance; he looked at their aura, energy, and the inner fist intent. The moment he laid eyes on the elder before him, it was as though he saw a great turtle entwined with a giant snake – the combination of turtle and snake was Xuanwu!

Even without a system detection, Wu Li knew that this person must be a master of Wudang Internal Fist. Because the essence of all Wudang fist techniques is in the turtle-snake array and the fusion of lead and mercury.

[Wudang Chunyang Fist (Master Level), Wudang Tai Chi Boxing (Master Level), Wudang Bagua Palm (Master Level), Long Arm Fist (Master Level), Yong Chun Fist (Master Level)....]

[Overall Score: S+ (7%)]

A total of fifteen fist techniques at Master Level! This was the most number of Master Level Martial Arts Wu Li had ever seen in one person.

Actually, many fist techniques are interconnected. If Wu Li was willing to devote time to study deeply, the Martial Arts he had already mastered could likely be trained to Master Level, but this would also be based on his existing, high realm.

Moreover, the person’s Overall Score was S+; Wu Li had yet to encounter a higher score, even higher than Habu, whom he had defeated. It’s known that this Overall Score only reflects the strength on Mixed Martial Arts competition platforms, and generally, practitioners of Traditional Martial Arts would be somewhat restrained on such platforms. Yet, even with these constraints, this person achieved an S+ Overall Score, indicating unimaginable true combat power.

This person should be the Hall Master of Zhiyuan Hall, right? It’s just a pity he’s still not a Grandmaster... A trace of regret flickered in Wu Li’s eyes.

"Haha, Master Wu, let me introduce you."

Zhou Yuanqing said with a smile as he motioned to the elder with the hunched back and crane-like physique, "This is Bai Tao, our Hall Master at Zhiyuan Hall."

"Senior Bai," Wu Li took the initiative to greet with a cupped-hand salute.

"Haha, Master Wu, there’s no need for such formalities!"

Bai Tao returned the salute with hearty laughter.

Zhou Yuanqing then introduced Wu Li to the remaining individuals, all of whom were high-ranking members of Zhiyuan Hall, including two Double Flower Red Sticks.

Of the eleven individuals, five were Master Level Martial Artists, and even though it was clear that two of them were no longer able to fight, this still made Wu Li acknowledge the strength of Hongmen.

Bai Tao led Wu Li into the main hall, and the group arrived at a lounge, settling down on the sofas, with Zhou Yuanqing seated to Bai Tao’s left and Wu Li to his right, and Li San next to Wu Li.

Just as they sat down, someone came forward with a cheque in both hands, presenting it to Wu Li.

"Master Wu, you fought on behalf of Hongmen and won against the Guandong Association, bringing fame to our Hongmen. I must show my appreciation. This is a small token of Hongmen’s gratitude and also a gift to welcome you. Please accept it," Bai Tao said with a smile.

Wu Li was taken aback, the cheque being respectfully handed to him. He glanced at the amount written on it.

Three hundred million!

US Dollars!

A token of thanks, a welcome gift, and it was no less than three hundred million US Dollars! Bai Tao, the vice-chairman of the entire Hongmen organization, demonstrated to Wu Li what it meant to be generous.

But Wu Li had no intention of accepting, "Thank you, Senior Bai, but I cannot accept it. I fought purely to help a friend. Li San is my good friend; he was injured, so I fought on his behalf. Any form of gratitude or reward is entirely unnecessary."

Li San next to him chuckled, his gaze towards Bai Tao carrying a touch of coldness.

After all, when Wu Li stepped in to help Li San in the fight, he was helping Zhiyuan Hall, and here Zhiyuan Hall was coming forward to represent Hongmen to thank Wu Li. If this got out: first, it would make Zhiyuan Hall look petty and ungracious; second, it might seem as though Zhiyuan Hall was putting itself below Zhiyuan Hall, needing someone else’s help with its own matters.

Although Zhiyuan Hall indeed technically had the authority to lead the other branches, Bai Tao’s actions still left Li San displeased.

Bai Tao ignored Li San’s look and continued to smile at Wu Li, "Ah, friends aside, the benefits you’ve secured for Hongmen are quite real, so we must express our gratitude!"

Wu Li’s expression was odd; Bai Tao was openly sowing discord between him and Zhiyuan Hall, in front of Li San – were the relationships between the various divisions of Hongmen so tense?

Li San spoke up, his tone not so courteous, "Hall Master Bai, before Wu Li arrived, Liulao had personally told him that he wanted to give him all the money Zhiyuan Hall won from the bet, but Wu Li had already refused at that time. So, you might as well save your breath."

Wu Li nodded, "That’s true. Liulao mentioned it before I came here, but I’ve already turned it down, so there’s no need for such consideration, Senior Bai."

"Oh?"

Bai Tao’s smile remained unchanged as he squinted his eyes, "Old Six always handles things reliably. Since that’s the case, let’s follow Master Wu’s wishes."

After finishing his sentence, he waved his hand, signaling someone to take the check down.

"However, we at the Hongmen have recorded this favor, Master Wu. If there’s anything you need in the future, just speak out, and my Zhiyuan Hall will definitely support you with all our might!" Bai Tao said.

"Thank you, Senior Bai," Wu Li laughed.

The conversation then turned idle, with the topics revolving around Wu Li.

When Bai Tao suddenly brought up Wu Li’s variety show ’Seeking Martial Arts,’ he proposed, "My Zhiyuan Hall also has many experts in Traditional Martial Arts. Why doesn’t Master Wu consider setting the next episode of ’Seeking Martial Arts’ in Honolulu?"

Wu Li’s eyes lit up at the suggestion; he had been struggling to find suitable candidates to visit for the eighth episode of ’Seeking Martial Arts.’ He had not expected Bai Tao to offer this proposal.

Wu Li had also witnessed the prowess of the experts in Zhiyuan Hall. The three Double Flower Red Sticks were all formidable; Bai Tao, the Hall Master, was even more unfathomably powerful.

"Thank you, Senior Bai. I’ll discuss it with the program team when I return. If it’s feasible, I’ll visit Honolulu for the next episode of ’Seeking Martial Arts,’" Wu Li said with a smile.

He knew that Bai Tao had purely extended this offer to give him face. The fame that ’Seeking Martial Arts’ could bring was, frankly, unnecessary for any of those present. Moreover, the Hongmen headquarters wasn’t a place that just anyone could enter. Wu Li knew of a large documentary that was made about Traditional Martial Arts previously, backed by the same WH department, wanting to visit Honolulu for an interview. However, Zhiyuan Hall had not given them face and had rejected their request. Now, they were making an exception for Wu Li.

The two sides chatted a bit more, and when it was time for lunch, the group moved to a nearby restaurant to eat.

All being martial artists, they had hearty appetites. Although they did drink alcohol, they only did so sparingly, merely to toast.

After the meal, Li San was called away, and the rest of the people gradually departed, leaving only Bai Tao and Wu Li.

Wu Li understood that Bai Tao had something he wanted to say to him.

"Master Wu, if I’m not mistaken, did you use some method to stimulate your blood and internal organs, leading to an internal injury?" Bai Tao asked.

Wu Li nodded. He had used the Giant Python Swallowing Pill technique twice consecutively, sustaining severe internal injuries, with his blood and qi unsteady. Although he appeared normal on the outside, to a master like Bai Tao, it was very obvious.

Bai Tao suddenly rose from his seat and moved away from the dining table to an open area.

His back slightly curved like a turtle shell, his neck extended straight, and his hands held before his abdomen, he posed in a fist stance that Wu Li had never seen before.

Hum!

A deep, humming sound suddenly resounded from within Bai Tao’s body. Wu Li knew it was the sound of muscles and bones vibrating in unison, but the sound was different from the Tiger and Leopard Thunder Sound he practiced. It was deeper and included a frictional component.

Hiss! Hiss!

Another sound emerged, this time from Bai Tao’s abdomen, like a snake hissing.

The deep rubbing sound and the hissing noise interwoven, filling the entire room.

Wu Li closed his eyes and could almost see a giant turtle moving slowly across the ground, generating noise as its massive shell rubbed against the surface. At the same time, a huge snake was coiled around the shell, continuously hissing.

The conception of the Turtle and Snake Array evoked a sense of the primordial tradition, magnanimity, and yet a feeling of vibrant life force.

Several minutes later, Bai Tao slowly withdrew his stance and looked at Wu Li. "Master Wu, what do you think?"

Wu Li stood up and said earnestly, "Turtle and Snake Array, resilience in life, is the basis for planting the golden lotus in fire! If I’m not wrong, did you just control your blood and stimulate several acupoints around the Dantian to nourish the internal organs?"

Bai Tao was surprised, then his face showed admiration. He hadn’t expected Wu Li to be able to discern the intricacies of his stance at a glance.

"Sharp insight! This is a Bone Marrow Transformation Method I created by combining Wudang Internal Fist and Wudang Fishing Toad Qi."

Upon hearing this, Wu Li couldn’t help but feel admiration. Bone Marrow Transformation Methods were not something that could be easily innovated. It took countless predecessors and sages to pay immense prices, experimenting bit by bit, to finally summarize these techniques, aimed at strengthening the sinews and organs of the entire body. The Wudang Fishing Toad Qi was one such method, and even though Bai Tao had innovated based on it, it was still a significant achievement in the continuum of martial heritage.

During the period of the Republic, Hua Country’s Kung Fu reached a pinnacle, with a multitude of fist practices and Martial Arts theories emerging; grandmasters shone alongside one another.

However, a hundred years later, not to mention advancement, even maintaining the status quo has not been achieved in Kung Fu development; in fact, it has been in decline. Not only has the number of masters decreased, but the various lineages have also been continuously lost. In such an environment, Bai Tao’s ability to innovate on the basis of his predecessors was something Wu Li deeply respected.

"Master Wu, if you’re willing, I can teach you this Bone Marrow Transformation Method," Bai Tao suddenly said to Wu Li in the room.

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