Human Martial Saint: Starting with Bajiquan

Chapter 33 Sharp Eagle

In fact, Liu Sheng could have fought back much earlier.

In fact, if he wanted to, he was quite confident that he could counterattack Wang Zheng's first move and win in one move.

However, considering that he has always been sparring with his fellow disciples.

I didn't have many opportunities to see the martial arts of other martial arts schools.

After all, he couldn't very well follow his master's example and go directly to ask for instruction, could he? He was a true disciple, and to be fair, other martial arts schools could send their eighth-rank disciples to fight him.

After these days of sparring and comparison with his fellow disciples, Liu Sheng is now confident that he can fight against a ninth-rank martial artist.

I'm not so sure about the eighth rank.

In particular, with each advancement in rank, one's own qi and blood undergo a significant leap. And qi and blood are the foundation of a martial artist, for strength can overcome any technique.

Although the two people in front of me are not very strong.

But when they take the imperial examinations later, they will inevitably encounter their senior classmates. Isn't this the best time to get to know each other in advance?

Therefore, Liu Sheng, who always sought stability, did not rush to compete for victory or deliberately dodge, but instead chose to test his defensive capabilities.

You can also use the opportunity to practice and improve your skills.

Unexpectedly, Wang Zheng was a straightforward person and admitted defeat immediately. This increased his goodwill towards him, but also left him with some regret.

Both of them looked at Li Ying beside them.

Li Ying had already noticed while watching the battle that Liu Sheng's skin was incredibly tough.

He realized that even many people at the peak of the Skin Polishing Realm probably didn't have this effect.

Even Liu Sheng's movements just now weren't just brute force; they seemed to involve some kind of external martial arts training.

He figured he was no match for Liu Sheng.

But since I already said I was second, there's not much more to say.

If I were to easily admit defeat, and word got out, the reputation of the Eagle Claw Sect would be even worse. In that case, it wouldn't be unjust for my master to kick me out.

Li Ying took off his shirt: "My training is Eagle Claw Kung Fu, which focuses on tearing, pulling, and grappling. I would appreciate guidance from Master Liu!"

Seeing Liu Sheng make a gesture of invitation, Li Ying spread his body and pounced like a falcon, his claws whistling through the air, aiming straight for Liu Sheng's throat.

Unlike the Iron Finger Kung Fu's point-and-stab techniques, Eagle Claw Kung Fu is better at tearing, dislocating tendons and bones, and has more feints.

Facing this opponent who was radiating white light, Liu Sheng still dared not be careless and used his vulnerable throat to directly block the eagle's claws.

He sidestepped one claw and simultaneously punched away the other.

Then, with a sudden sinking of the body and the exertion of the waist, the arms make a large swing, delivering a horse stance push palm strike that cuts straight into the opponent's center.

Unexpectedly, the opponent's two claws were also a feint. Seeing the palm coming straight at him, Li Ying bent down and took half a step back to avoid the killing move. At the same time, he clenched his claws down at Liu Sheng's elbow!

When a martial artist's joints are fully extended, it is both the time when their strength is greatest and the time when they are most vulnerable.

As a result, Li Ying saw that when his claws slashed across Liu Sheng's elbow, they only left a few white marks of varying depths on the other's skin.

When further preparing to stretch the joint...

[Internal Training Method: Golden Bell Shield (Beginner Level 1%)]

A very faint, almost imperceptible protective aura appeared around Liu Sheng's arm.

Because of this extremely faint aura, Li Ying instantly felt that he had grasped nothing.

At this moment, Liu Sheng seized the opportunity to glance at Li Ying with his spiritual eyes.

Sure enough, the white light surrounding Li Ying had turned into a light green.

Steady!

Under the shade of trees in the distance.

Butler Yan frowned slightly. He was very familiar with the Golden Bell Shield technique. He saw that the other party had only clumsily imitated the technique in the last sparring match, but now he had actually begun to use the skills.

Moreover, this layer of energy clearly indicates that one has already entered the beginner level of the Golden Bell Cover technique.

Keep in mind that this is only one day, not three, five, or ten days. For an average person, shouldn't one day be equivalent to not having learned anything at all?

"Could it be that Liu Sheng actually possesses superior aptitude? If so, we should remind the master to show his sincerity sooner rather than later."

Butler Yan pondered.

The competition continues.

Seeing that his first move failed to take down Liu Sheng, Li Ying warned, "Be careful!"

He switched to a fast attack, his claws fierce and his moves ruthless. His footwork changed constantly as he grabbed and grappled at Liu Sheng's joints, sometimes feinting, sometimes striking, leaving afterimages. He brought out the hidden tearing power of the Eagle Claw Kung Fu to the fullest extent.

However, under his rapid attacks, Liu Sheng remained as steadfast as a rock.

The small frame of Bajiquan, when unfolded, either wraps or entangles, already avoids a large number of real moves.

The few real moves that landed on Liu Sheng turned into futile grabbing and scrambling, leaving only a few insignificant white marks.

Seeing that Li Ying's breathing was disordered, his strength was failing, and his weaknesses were gradually being revealed.

Liu Sheng seized the opportunity, took a side step, and swiftly lunged at Li Ying's chest, like a bull charging, knocking him to the ground, his face turning pale and then flushed.

The outcome is decided.

"You flatter me." Liu Sheng stopped and stood up.

"Thank you for your mercy, Brother Liu!"

Li Ying slowly stood up, knowing that Liu Sheng hadn't used excessive force, and thanked him. He was already quite strapped for cash; if Liu Sheng had injured him, it would have cost him even more money, which he feared he wouldn't be able to afford.

He and Wang Zheng exchanged a glance, both seeing the shock in each other's eyes.

Both were considered to be of average skill level in their respective martial arts schools, and even though they unleashed their school's secret techniques in the sparring session, they were still easily defeated.

The color of Liu Sheng's skin suggests that it was recently acquired, yet it is so solid.

This made them wonder if Liu Sheng was applying a drug that could change the color of the skin on a daily basis.

Otherwise, how can we explain that even with their combined efforts, they couldn't break Liu Sheng's light-colored skin membrane?

Seeing that Li Ying had also been defeated, Wang Zheng was glad that he had admitted defeat early enough.

On the other hand, he secretly sighed, wishing he could earn more money to study at the Bajiguan Academy.

I had long heard of Master Gao's prowess, but I never expected that this young, rank-1 martial artist, whose name I had never even heard of, would be so powerful in the Bajiquan.

It's clear that the high tuition fees at Bajiquan are justified.

He also greatly admired Liu Sheng, who was not only highly skilled in martial arts but also of good character.

He couldn't help but praise, "Brother Liu is quite the straightforward man!"

Li Ying was also full of admiration.

Under the shade of a tree.

Yan Fufeng looked utterly hopeless.

He had originally hoped that his two masters could teach this Liu Sheng a lesson and help him vent his anger.

But he had just watched the entire sparring session and witnessed Liu Sheng easily defeat both of his masters. Now, his face flushed, and an indescribable sense of admiration welled up in his heart.

This Liu Sheng, although young and looking rather irritating, really has the right to be arrogant!

Neither of the two masters could defeat him.

Yan Fufeng had no choice but to obediently come over.

The other two masters bowed and left when they saw the young master arrive.

Today, Liu Sheng didn't show the same annoying attitude he had yesterday. Since the young master was willing to practice martial arts, he should be encouraged.

"You played well yesterday, keep it up today," Liu Sheng said with a smile.

Yan Fufeng's eyes widened in surprise.

It turns out that this Mr. Liu can speak human language.

He suddenly felt much better and less resistant.

Just like yesterday, Master Liu did not wear protective gear and only assumed a defensive stance.

Let him hit me for a while.

Yan Fufeng also threw punches and kicks with great effort, taking it very seriously and holding nothing back.

Liu Sheng couldn't help but remind him:

"Pay attention to the rules. Don't rely on routines completely, but you must practice them until you're proficient. Don't just fight randomly. When you exert force, use seven parts out and three parts back, otherwise you'll quickly run out of energy."

"Yes."

The young master responded politely.

Liu Sheng was a little unaccustomed to this well-behaved appearance.

Judging by the time, he guessed that the young master must have finished watching his sparring session.

Indeed, only real strength can convince people.

Using provocation alone can only provide temporary relief.

So, he can keep this job for a long time thanks to the two masters who took the initiative to learn from him.

On the other side, seeing that the young master had already gotten on the right track in his martial arts training, coupled with Liu Sheng's performance just now, he was astonished.

Butler Yan decided to go and talk to the head of the family.

As he approached the main hall, he heard Yan Lie roaring inside:

"You bastard! This fiend dares to bully me like this?!"

Then the servant was so frightened that he quickly walked out.

Butler Yan hurriedly went inside to check the situation.

Then they saw Yan Lie, his face flushed red, angrily slam a letter heavily onto the rosewood desk:

"Uncle Shou, take a look too!"