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Chapter 14 Heroes Emerge from Among the Young
Tianjin, as the eastern gateway of the country, has experienced the ravages of war.
The "Huang Chao Rebellion" a century ago, the "Western Allied Forces Invasion" thirty years ago, and the "Rebel Uprising in Tianjin" ten years ago.
Tianjin has been embroiled in numerous battles, both large and small.
Even the invasion by the Western Allied Forces only resulted in the creation of a concession area in Tianjin, having almost no impact on families like the Bian and Hua families who truly controlled the lifeline of Tianjin.
But now, Bian and Hua are secretly moving their people to avoid the war?
What kind of war is this that even a great clan like this has to retreat from?
Meng Yusen was very satisfied with everyone's reaction. He liked the feeling of being in control of the conversation, and that other people's emotions had to follow his every word.
"Outside of Tianjin, there are suspected warlords Cao and Feng, and the recent activities of powerful families such as Bian, Hua, Zhou, and Li may be related to this."
He dropped another bombshell.
The warlords Cao and Feng, two evil armies that claimed to be saving the country and its people, were actually entangled with the West and Japan, and made a living from war.
No matter if you are from a powerful family or a business, once they catch you, there is only one outcome: your entire family will be confiscated.
For example, half a year ago, Ningshan, a major coastal city south of Tianjin, was captured by Cao Cao's army. The three major clans and five emerging industries in the city were all conscripted into the army, leaving not a single hair behind.
The two warlords had never set foot in Tianjin before, but now that they have appeared outside the city, it's no wonder that powerful families like the Bian and Hua clans have taken precautions in advance.
"Gentlemen, Tianjin is probably in chaos."
Meng Yusen said one last thing before sitting down.
Next, Xu Fangjing, Liu Yanru, and the other three also shared some information that was difficult for outsiders to know.
In places like Tianjin, the number of Western ironclad warships was increasing day by day, and Westerners' witchcraft and alchemy spread from the concession areas to the New Territories.
Some Japanese even opened dojos in the New Territories and Old Town, specifically targeting martial arts schools and dojos to challenge them, injuring many skilled fighters, which was highly provocative.
Fang Qi listened silently.
All signs point to an impending storm in the great city of Tianjin.
It's a good thing, but it's not a good thing either.
Chaos means a redistribution of resources, which is why heroes are often created in times of chaos.
But correspondingly, beneath the feet of every hero lie countless skeletons.
Fang Qi was not afraid of the chaotic world; what he was thinking about was how to maximize his profits.
As I was pondering this, a loud bang suddenly rang in my ears.
Suddenly, Cheng Ting, a businessman from Longmen wearing glasses, slammed his fist on the table, sending wine glasses and bowls flying several inches into the air.
"Those short, ugly Japanese bastards are going too far! They not only challenged us, but they also dared to cripple us!"
Martial arts are prevalent in Tianjin, and martial arts schools often challenge each other.
But martial arts have their own rules. Challenging someone is fine, and it doesn't matter if you seriously injure them.
But deliberately crippling someone is a breach of martial ethics and a violation of the centuries-old traditions of martial arts!
"Come on!" Longmen Merchant Cheng Ting took off his glasses, walked to an empty space to the side, clenched his fists, and shouted to the people at the table, "I'll go first in the upcoming martial arts sparring!"
"After our sparring session, I'll go find those short, ugly guys and have a go at them!"
Each meeting of the Tongji Society had two parts: information exchange and martial arts exchange, which was essentially a martial arts sparring session.
Meng Yusen immediately stood up, walked to the opposite side, and began exchanging martial arts techniques with Cheng Ting.
"Brother Cheng practices the 'Dragon-Walking Tiger-Leopard Skill' of the Dragon Gate Trading Company. This skill is fierce and domineering, and one's attacks are like those of a tiger or leopard."
Xu Fangjing stood by and explained things to Fang Qi.
"Brother Meng is using the Wind and Thunder Leg technique from the Wind and Thunder Martial Arts School, which is known for its speed."
Fang Qi nodded slightly, watching intently.
This is a rare opportunity to observe the hidden strength martial arts.
Cheng Ting and Meng Yusen's strength is probably at the fifth level of Body Refinement, which is quite formidable.
But since it was just a friendly spar, both of them held back and their moves were mostly limited to the point of being ineffective.
Fang Qi took a look and gained some insights, but not much.
Meng Yusen, who had just stopped, looked at Fang Qi, who seemed to be deep in thought, and sneered inwardly.
With your mere Ming Jin skill, how dare you pretend to understand and practice An Jin skills?
Since that's the case, then I'll make you look foolish.
"The situation in Tianjin is becoming increasingly chaotic. Western witchcraft is bewitching people, and Japanese kendo practitioners are challenging and injuring others. If we continue to act independently, we will easily be defeated one by one."
He took out a martial arts manual from his pocket and said with a smile, "Therefore, I propose that martial arts be shared."
"To show my determination, you are welcome to browse through this book I have compiled, 'The Power of Wind and Thunder'."
Upon hearing this, Xu Fangjing and the others all fell silent.
In previous meetings, they had discussed whether to share martial arts techniques, which would be a deeper exchange of martial arts skills than simply sparring.
However, due to various reasons, a consensus has not yet been reached.
The situation in Tianjin is becoming increasingly chaotic. Meng Yusen took the lead in presenting "Wind and Thunder Force," which made them both interested and hesitant.
The people present each have different martial arts styles, strengths, and weaknesses. If they learn from each other, it will surely accelerate their improvement.
After careful consideration.
Xu Fangjing shared her insights from practicing Xingyi Quan, saying, "Brother Meng is right. Wasn't the original intention of the Tongji Society to help everyone get through thick and thin together?"
Cheng Ting, Liu Yanru, and Zhou Wei's expressions changed slightly, and they all shared their insights.
Soon, the group began a lively discussion about their insights into martial arts.
Fang Qi, being only at the Ming Jin level and having no martial arts techniques to learn, was excluded from the discussion and acted as an outsider.
Seeing Fang Qi drinking and eating alone, Meng Yusen sneered.
Even if you break down hidden strength into its meridians, it's still beyond the comprehension of mere manifest strength.
He wanted Fang Qi to know that if you're not part of the same circle, don't force yourself to fit in, or you'll only embarrass yourself.
"The circulation of Wind and Thunder Force uses the Lung Meridian of Hand-Taiyin as the starting point and the Spleen Meridian of Foot-Taiyin as the support point. When the two are used together, the explosive power is even stronger."
Meng Yusen spoke eloquently, radiating a sense of superiority.
Xu Fangjing, Cheng Ting, and the other three listened attentively and occasionally shared their own opinions.
Fang Qi listened while eating, and the [Nine Heavens Mysterious Mirror] automatically transformed what he heard and heard.
Soon, he gained a deeper understanding of the hidden forces in this world.
Ming Jin (manifest strength) trains the bones and bones, while An Jin (hidden strength) unblocks the meridians and strengthens the internal organs.
The human body has twelve regular meridians and eight extraordinary meridians. Each time a meridian is opened, one's strength increases by one level. This is the cultivation of hidden strength.
Once the theoretical foundation is understood, there's also the "different paths leading to the same goal" dual blue bar conversion and mimicry simulation.
For a moment, Fang Qi paused slightly in adding the food.
The Hunyuan Gong has evolved to the level of hidden strength.
Fang Qixin was delighted.
The trip to the Lions Clubs was much more fruitful than expected.
Beside him, Meng Yusen, Xu Fangjing, and several others were having a heated discussion about a martial arts issue.
"Miss Xu, I think that if you want to combine the sixth form of Wind and Thunder Leg with the seventh form of Xingyi Quan, the power should start from the 'Hand Taiyin Lung Meridian' and then connect to the 'Hand Shaoyang Sanjiao Meridian'."
Meng Yusen stretched out his hands, his inner strength circulating through his meridians. "Only in this way can the two resonate."
Cheng Ting, Xu Fangjing, and the other three looked thoughtful, feeling that Meng Yusen's words made sense, but it seemed that the details were lacking, and the key routes of qi and blood circulation were missing.
"Miss Liu, Miss Xu," Fang Qi stood up at this moment, clasped his hands in greeting, and said, "I have other matters to attend to, so I must take my leave now."
He was eager to return and cultivate the Hunyuan Gong after it evolved to the level of Dark Force.
Xu Fangjing and Liu Yanru then realized that they had been so engrossed in discussing martial arts that they hadn't paid attention to Fang Qi for a moment.
Meng Yusen sneered inwardly once again.
I knew this guy wouldn't stay long. It's good that he left; he's no longer an eyesore.
"Since Mr. Fang has important business to attend to, I will see him off." Liu Yanru quickly stood up to see him off.
"I'll visit you another day, sir." Xu Fangjing had intended to see him off, but at that moment she was pondering the key point of combining the Wind and Thunder Leg with Xingyi Quan, and was somewhat absent-minded.
"You're welcome anytime." Fang Qi smiled, walked to the door, stopped, and added, "Miss Xu, why don't you give it a try..."
"Let the Qi and blood originate in the middle Jiao, from the lung meridian, descend along the anterior border of the inner side of the upper arm, pass through the elbow crease, enter the Cun Kou point, follow the thenar eminence, and stop at the Shao Shang point on the radial side of the thumb."
Xu Fangjing, Cheng Ting, and the others were all masters of internal strength, and their eyes lit up instantly upon hearing this.
Yes! What they were just thinking about was the details of the flow of Qi and blood in the meridians!
Fang Qi's words resolved their confusion, giving them a sense of clarity and enlightenment.
However, some were delighted, while others were furious.
Meng Yusen's face was ashen, and his back teeth were clenched tightly.
When did he, a master of internal strength, ever need guidance from someone with external strength?
No, we must "set things right," otherwise how can he continue to be the leader of the Wangjiang Association?
Before he could get up, a deep voice rang out from outside the door.
"Hehe, as expected, heroes emerge from among the young. This must be young Brother Fang."
Meng Yusen, Xu Fangjing, and the other three's expressions changed instantly.
"President, what brings you here?"