Water Ink Panel: Starting with Bow Technique to Hunt the Sun and Patrol the Skies
Chapter 104 - 28: Get Stronger! Get Stronger!

Shen Qing knew that if he were to seek guidance from Li Linfeng, he could not avoid this question.

He had killed three members of the Zhou family in one blow, and such a significant event was sure to draw connections.

If any whispers leaked out from Li Linfeng, and trouble came knocking, it would not be something he could withstand.

One should not harbor intentions to harm others, but must always guard against them.

The Nine Revolutions Mysterious Skill originating from the Zhou family was something he absolutely could not reveal.

Shen Qing began to deliberate on his words.

Having lived two lives, he was acutely aware that lying was the worst choice at this moment.

A lie often required countless others to cover it up.

Especially in front of someone with higher social status, lying was even more problematic.

Because you never knew at which level the other person's understanding lay.

Perhaps an unnoticed detail would be a flaw, allowing the other person to see through your little thoughts, causing unforeseen losses.

Therefore, when facing such people, honesty was the ultimate weapon, with no need for concealment, just expressing your true thoughts.

Of course, if encountering someone who was jealous and suspicious, one couldn't be so direct.

After observing these past days, this uncle Hall Master was not a narrow-minded person and did not like to nitpick.

Shen Qing made up his mind, clasped his hands in a salute and bent forward, saying, "Master, there's something a bit complicated about this... it's not very convenient to disclose..."

As he had anticipated, Li Linfeng indeed did not press further.

In Li Linfeng's eyes, this cultivation technique was most likely something Shen Qing had acquired through "murder and robbery," with a dubious origin.

However, in Taiping County, people fought over cultivation techniques every day; Shen Qing's situation was also quite normal.

Compared to that, Shen Qing's ability to transcribe an entire cultivation technique was even more peculiar.

Li Linfeng withdrew his gaze, gave a faint "hmm," and said, "Your handwriting is a bit ugly."

Shen Qing's expression froze, and he replied with embarrassment, "I didn't have the best upbringing at home, it's embarrassing for the Master to see."

In his previous life, he always used hard pens, not calligraphy brushes, and if he hadn't acquired the skill of recognizing characters and reading from the panel, he might not have been able to write these words at all.

"Practice more in your free time." Li Linfeng closed the book and looked at Shen Qing, half-smiling, asked, "What do you want to ask by showing me this cultivation technique?"

Shen Qing sighed in relief, knowing he had successfully sidestepped the question concerning the source of the cultivation technique, he respectfully said, "Master, I mainly want to know if this martial arts cultivation technique is genuine, if it can be practiced, and what its quality is."

Li Linfeng pondered for a moment, "I carefully considered it, this martial arts technique from nourishing and training Qi and Blood all the way to Qi Cultivation has a basis, logically consistent, it should be a genuine martial art, and its quality is quite high."

"Obviously much more superior to the techniques we cobble together, and many parts are straightforward. Whether it can be practiced, I'm not too sure. Your transcribed martial art is somewhat incomplete, it should have accompanying technique diagrams and training method diagrams."

Hearing this, Shen Qing finally put his mind at ease, the cultivation technique given by the Zhou family was not flawed, and he could attempt to practice it.

As for the technique diagrams Li Linfeng mentioned, those of the original version existed.

He simply couldn't draw them and so hadn't transcribed them.

A hint of joy unconsciously flashed across Shen Qing's face, and he gratefully said, "Thank you for Master's guidance."

"Guidance is too strong a word," Li Linfeng said amiably, "This cultivation technique is considerably superior to my Wind Defying Finger, if you have the complete technique, you could indeed give it a try. But remember, as the old saying goes, one cannot be greedy in learning martial arts. After all, a person's energy is limited, learning more of this martial art means learning less of others. I'm not familiar with this technique, I can't teach you much, make your own decisions wisely."

"Disciple understands. Since I've become Master's disciple, I am certainly to focus on learning Wind Defying Finger, not someone who changes constantly," Shen Qing replied with his head bowed.

Seeing Shen Qing acknowledged his martial arts, Li Linfeng couldn't help but feel a bit gratified.

But after a thought, he straightened his face and said, "A wise bird chooses the tree to perch on, a man pursues water and grass to inhabit. If I were you, with a more complete, advanced martial arts, of course, I'd go learn it without hesitation. Did your senior brother ever tell you why we practice martial arts?"

Shen Qing recalled, "He did."

"What did he say?"

"We practice martial arts to become stronger, to be able to defeat others," Shen Qing replied without hesitation.

"Exactly. The philosophy of learning martial arts here is simply to become stronger, stronger, continuously stronger! And to become stronger, one shouldn't be pigheaded. Holding oneself in a little puddle is the act of a fool."

Li Linfeng sincerely said, "I am the Hall Master of Linfeng Hall, some things are inappropriate to say outright, gauge it yourself. In any case, you are my direct disciple, I will assist as much as I can. But if it's beyond my capability, then there's nothing I can do."

Shen Qing was genuinely surprised by Li Linfeng's openness and broad-mindedness.

He wasn't a fool, he naturally understood the implication of Li Linfeng's words, and vaguely, there seemed to be an encouragement to study the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Skill.

He looked at Li Linfeng with a wooden expression, unsure of how to respond momentarily.

Li Linfeng stood up and tossed the transcribed Nine Revolutions Mysterious Skill back to Shen Qing, saying, "Don't leave at noon, stay here for a meal."

Due to Aunt Shen Xiu's influence, after becoming a direct disciple, Shen Qing often stayed here for meals, so without thinking much, he agreed immediately.

After stepping out of the study, for some reason, Shen Qing felt somewhat complex.

Half an hour later, it was time for the Li Family's midday meal.

In the boudoir of the backyard, the maid Dongxue approached Li Lingchan's room, knocked on the door, and said, "Miss, the master is calling you to join for a meal."

Having just finished practicing, Li Lingchan was a bit surprised.

Generally, unless during special seasons, it was the concubines who dined with their father, the younger generation did not have the privilege to dine with them.

Today was just an ordinary day, neither a grand festival nor anyone's birthday, why would Father invite her to dine together?

Li Lingchan did not dwell on it and agreed, "I'll be right over."

Dongxue continued, "The master also said, Miss, don't wear the training clothes anymore."

"Hmm?" Li Lingchan asked curiously, "Is there an important guest at home?"

"No," Dongxue shook her head.

Li Lingchan slightly frowned her brows and said, "Alright, I understand."

Having delivered the message, Dongxue made a formal curtsy and withdrew.

The noon sunlight slanted over the blue bricks and black tiles of the Li family's backyard, as if coating the tiles with a faint layer of golden shimmer.

The main hall of the Li family was located in the middle of the backyard, exuding an air of ancient elegance.

The interior of the hall was furnished with a classic, antique taste, and exquisite porcelain, jade, calligraphy, and paintings were neatly arranged.

At this moment, in the center of the main hall, a wide mahogany Eight Immortals table was laden with an array of delicacies and fine wines, emitting a tempting aroma.

The first to enter was Shen Xiu.

After days of recuperation, she looked much rosier, and today, she especially dressed up, appearing radiant.

Shen Xiu, supported by the maid Dongxue, quietly took her seat.

"Dongxue, check if my makeup is smudged?"

Dongxue examined carefully and said, "Miss Qi, it's fine."

"Lingchan's temperament is somewhat prideful, I must present well, lest I displease her," Shen Xiu said anxiously.

"She won't, Fourth Miss isn't the type to get upset easily. Besides, Miss Qi, you are so beautiful, everyone in the courtyard likes you."

Shen Xiu couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh, feeling happy.

While chatting and laughing, Shen Qing stepped over the threshold and came in.

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