Chapter 23

: Speed ​​is the key to victory!

"Stable stance, relaxed shoulders and scapula, diverse techniques, power originating from the waist—"

In the secluded realm shrouded in white clouds, a figure, both real and ethereal, moved in accordance with the incantation.

Although his face was difficult to discern, every move he made was as steady as a mountain, and a strong wind rose with each movement.

"The key to victory in Southern Fist lies in eight words: Invincible in attack, speed is the only way to win!"

The sound faded as the fist struck, swift as lightning.

All that could be seen was the movement of arms, the speed of the moves so fast that they were almost impossible to follow, with only the sound of air being cut through the air constantly heard.

"Punch fast! Turn your head fast!"

"You must move quickly!"

The figure suddenly stopped, and the voice became deep and solemn:

"The highest level of skill in both fists and feet lies in 'forgetting the moves'."

"Without moves or styles, without intention or self, body and mind merge with heaven and earth—only then can one be unhindered and invincible."

The old man's words resonated like a great bell, and every move he made was deeply imprinted in Cang Yu's mind.

He closed his eyes, carefully experiencing the essence of Southern Fist, which combines strength and agility.

A moment later, Cang Yu opened his eyes, his gaze now filled with understanding and respect.

He was about to bow to the old man in front of him when the man smiled and gently stopped him.

"The chosen one of Heaven has no need to bow to anyone," the old man said with a smile.

The old man from the sacred mountain slowly extended his palm, his posture as steady as a mountain, yet his eyes held an encouraging smile.

Cang Yu understood immediately, nodded solemnly, and then assumed the starting stance of the Southern Fist he had just mastered.

The next moment, the two figures moved back and forth in the misty secret realm.

The old man did not use any extraordinary power; every move he made perfectly reflected the essence of Southern Fist that he had just explained.

Cang Yu, on the other hand, focused intently on putting into practice the key principles imprinted in his mind, such as "steady stance and strong bridge" and "power originating from the waist".

At first, his movements were a bit clumsy, but with the old man's constant guidance, his punches and kicks gradually became smooth and swift, and his strength began to flow as one.

"Forget the moves, feel the rhythm!" The old man's reminder rang in my ears.

Cang Yu's mind jolted. He stopped trying to recall the specific movements and instead followed his fighting instincts, incorporating the power and speed of Southern Fist into every block and attack.

His speed increased, and the wind from his punches howled, subtly conveying the idea that "speed is the only way to break through defenses."

Cang Yu felt an unprecedented sense of clarity coursing through his limbs and bones.

The key points of the moves that were originally etched in his mind have now all been transformed into a surging fighting instinct.

He no longer thought about what "hard bridge" or "round blade" meant, but every punch and kick he threw naturally matched the essence of Southern Fist, with a smooth and harmonious power that was controlled at will.

"Bang!"

With a deep, muffled thud, their fists met firmly.

The anticipated violent impact did not occur; the powerful force transformed into a gentle ripple upon contact.

It spread outwards, gently dispersing the swirling mist within a few feet.

Cang Yu slowly withdrew his fist and exhaled a long breath.

Is this... Southern Fist?

Defeat the enemy with speed and combine strength with flexibility

The moment he fully comprehended this profound meaning, the surrounding secret realm began to ripple and dissipate like water.

The phantom of the old man of the sacred mountain stood at the end of the clouds, nodding and smiling at him before his figure gradually faded away, disappearing along with the world.

In the real world, Cang Yu slowly opened his eyes, a sharp glint of light flashing in them.

"As expected... it wasn't an illusion." He muttered to himself, the lingering sensation of the punch still on his fingertips.

"But why did I end up at the old man's place in my dream?"

"That's true. Ultimately, the condition for entry is through one's own Five Elements bloodline..."

"Looking at it this way..." Cang Yu already had a vague guess in his heart, coupled with the other party's statement about being the "Child of Heaven"...

In the early morning, Cang Yu got up and washed up, and walked to the living room as usual, only to find several steaming dishes already laid out on the dining table.

Amidst the wafting fragrance, he paused slightly, then understood.

It was most likely Ah Zhui's doing.

However, looking around, he couldn't find that familiar figure.

He walked to the dining table and immediately noticed a note placed next to the dishes.

Upon picking it up, I saw Ah Zhui's neat but slightly hurried handwriting:

"My dear, my inspection mission is not yet over, and I need to leave for two days. I will not be able to stay by your side."

I've prepared breakfast, but I don't know if it suits your taste. I'll come back to find you after I finish my mission. — A-Zhui

He sat down, picked up his bowl and chopsticks, and tasted the still-warm dishes.

He sat down, picked up his bowl and chopsticks, and tasted the still-warm dishes. The food tasted delicious.

It tasted great; this was the first time he'd ever had breakfast prepared for him...

The restaurant was silent except for the soft clinking of cutlery.

Ah-Zhui's departure seemed to have brought everything back to the way it was when she was alone.

But clearly something is different now.

After breakfast, he carefully washed and put the dishes back in their place, restoring everything to the neat state it was in when she left.

He walked to the window, looked up at the clear sky, and his gaze seemed to reach beyond the clouds to see the angel warrior traversing the stars.

.... .... .... ....

At dusk, a gentle breeze blew across the mountaintop.

Cang Yu turned the meat skewers on the grill by himself, the oil dripping into the charcoal fire and making a soft sizzling sound.

He was gazing at the lights of Tianhe City gradually rising in the distance when he suddenly caught a glimpse of a faint light flashing past in the depths of the dense forest below.

"Hmm? This place is quite remote, and it's almost dark. Who would still sneak up here?"

A hint of doubt crossed his mind.

Several days have passed since the angel left, and the companionship that suddenly arrived and then quietly departed makes this mountain villa seem particularly deserted.

To fill this inexplicable emptiness, he has spent the last few days either immersed in practicing Southern Fist, communicating with the Three Kings in his consciousness space, and even chatting for half a day with He Sezi.

At this moment, the sun is slowly sinking below the horizon. I had originally planned to grill something and have some drinks...

The lively atmosphere of the city helped dispel the loneliness of being alone, but unexpectedly, in this remote mountain wilderness, I encountered an unforeseen disturbance.

As darkness fell, who would appear in such a place at this time?

Before long, the light became clearer and clearer, accompanied by the deep roar of an engine as it approached from afar.

The person was wearing a well-tailored pair of dark jeans that perfectly accentuated their long and powerful legs.

Especially the buttocks sitting on the motorcycle seat, they are definitely a perky butt!

She wore a black leather jacket with defined shoulder lines, and a simple inner layer was revealed through the casually open neckline.

Although the helmet covered her face, her upright and agile figure, as well as the unique aura she exuded in every gesture, clearly indicated her gender.

What made Cang Yu's gaze sharpen even more was that, even from a distance, he could clearly sense the energy contained within the other party's body.

This woman is a super soldier, without a doubt.

Before he could investigate further, he heard Liang Bing's delighted call in his ear:

"rose!"