Chapter 3

Qu Chen, wearing a martial arts uniform with a white base and black trim, had a tall and slender figure, exuding a heroic aura. Whenever he entered the cafeteria, he would attract a lot of attention. Lin Feng was also a member of the martial arts club, but he had been dragged into it by his sister, and he actually had little interest in the club. After all, given his previous physical condition, he was unable to practice martial arts.

Although he hadn't gone to the martial arts club many times, Qu Chen was his sister's good friend, so the two of them had become acquainted.

"Qu Chen, why can't I come to the cafeteria?"

"It's nothing, I just thought you rarely eat here."

Qu Chen smiled, and many people's eyes widened, whispering among themselves, envying Lin Feng's "good fortune" for being able to sit with the goddess.

"Qu Chen, you must be tired from practicing martial arts. This is the snow velvet meat I ordered for you to replenish your energy from this morning."

Just as Qu Chen and Lin Feng were chatting happily, a young student walked over. Lin Feng recognized him as Du Qiang, the vice president of the martial arts club.

Du Qiang was the vice president, and Qu Chen was the president. Du Qiang had been pursuing Qu Chen, which was common knowledge in the entire martial arts club, and Lin Feng naturally knew this. However, he also knew that Qu Chen had no feelings for Du Qiang and had rejected him countless times, but Du Qiang still clung to her like a stubborn膏药 (sticky plaster).

Qu Chen frowned and said, "Senior Du, there's no need."

"It's fine, just eat it."

"Du Qiang, I said no!"

Qu Chen was somewhat angry, but she didn't want to lose her temper in public.

Lin Feng glanced at Qu Chen and Du Qiang but didn't say anything. Instead, he continued to eat the food on the table at a steady pace. He felt as if his stomach was a bottomless pit, and the food he ate was quickly digested, with large amounts of nutrients entering his body, turning into warm currents that nourished the buffalo gene, rapidly growing, and enhancing his physical attributes.

Du Qiang didn't mind Qu Chen's cold attitude, but when he saw Lin Feng, he felt a bit annoyed. He came to Lin Feng's side and deliberately patted his shoulder, saying, "Lin Feng, you're done eating, move aside."

How powerful was Du Qiang? As the vice president of the martial arts club, he was already a third-rank martial artist, just one rank away from becoming a professional martial artist.

He knew Lin Feng was in poor health and wanted to deliberately drive him away.

"Hmm?"

Lin Feng almost instinctively raised his shoulder and then leaned back slightly. Du Qiang clearly felt a strong force, causing him to stagger and take a few steps back, almost falling. Du Qiang's face showed anger, and he was about to push Lin Feng again.

"Du Qiang, what are you doing?"

Qu Chen noticed something was wrong and quickly stood up to scold Du Qiang.

Du Qiang's face turned cold, and he looked at Lin Feng with some confusion. He had just suffered a slight loss, unable to deal with a sickly person.

"Qu Chen, don't be angry, I'll leave."

After saying that, Du Qiang gave Lin Feng a cold look. He didn't know if Lin Feng had done it on purpose, but he remembered it. As long as Lin Feng returned to the martial arts club, he would find a way to deal with him.

"Lin Feng, are you okay? Du Qiang was really over the line, knowing you're weak..."

Qu Chen looked worried, but before she could finish, Lin Feng stopped her, waving his hand and saying, "I'm fine."

"By the way, Lin Feng, do you have classes this afternoon?"

Qu Chen suddenly asked.

"Only one elective class, I think."

"Elective classes can be attended at any time. This afternoon, the martial arts club has invited a seventh-rank professional martial artist to guide us in martial arts. This is a rare opportunity, so come to the martial arts club."

Lin Feng thought for a moment and then nodded, saying, "Okay, I'll go to the martial arts club this afternoon."

"Great, let's go together."

Qu Chen was very happy, and she and Lin Feng left the cafeteria and headed to the school's martial arts club.

When Lin Feng and Qu Chen arrived at the martial arts club, they found that over a hundred people had already gathered, making it very lively. A familiar figure was on the stage, and when he saw Lin Feng, he jumped down from the stage.

"Brother, why did you come to the martial arts club today? Is it because of Sister Qu Chen?"

The speaker was Lin Feng's sister, Lin Qian, who was also a member of the martial arts club. She was cute and charming, exuding youthful vitality, and was known as one of the two goddesses of the martial arts club, along with Qu Chen.

Qu Chen's face turned slightly red, and Lin Feng smiled slightly, saying, "I heard a seventh-rank professional martial artist is coming to guide us, so I wanted to see it."

"Brother, that's Mr. Lei Sheng, a seventh-rank professional martial artist, invited by our martial arts club to give guidance."

Lin Qian pointed to a burly man on the stage, who was Lei Sheng. At that moment, Lei Sheng was sitting cross-legged on the ground, eyes closed, and no one dared to disturb him.

Modern martial arts have developed rapidly, with detailed rank divisions from first to ninth rank, divided into nine levels. First to third rank are considered amateur martial artists, and many ordinary people can reach this level, mainly for fitness and self-defense.

Once you reach the fourth rank, you enter the professional level, and there is a hard requirement: your strength must reach 500 kilograms.

In other words, to become a fourth-rank professional martial artist, you must pass a test and demonstrate strength of over 500 kilograms.

From fourth to ninth rank, you need to be certified by a professional martial arts institution to be considered a professional martial artist. The biggest benefit of being a professional martial artist is the opportunity to apply for missions in the outer regions. For example, large commercial groups need professional martial artists to explore the outer regions, which are dangerous but also full of opportunities. Only professional martial artists are qualified to work in the outer regions.

Therefore, a professional martial artist certificate is highly valued. Many ordinary people, after years of practice, finally obtain a professional martial artist certificate and work for large companies, being stationed in the outer regions, with substantial income.

In the entire martial arts club, only Qu Chen had the strength of a fourth-rank professional and had obtained the professional certificate. Despite her gentle appearance and soft voice, Qu Chen was a true martial arts prodigy. Her dream was to become a professional martial artist and even break the gene lock to become a superhuman.

Above the ninth-rank professional level is the realm of breaking the gene lock, which is another level. Even professional martial artists dare not imagine breaking the gene lock and becoming superhuman.

Seeing Lin Feng chatting happily with the two goddesses of the martial arts club, many members were envious and jealous, especially Du Qiang, whose eyes showed a cold glint.

Soon, more and more people gathered at the martial arts club, and about two hundred people arrived. Seeing the time was right, Qu Chen, as the president of the martial arts club, walked onto the stage and announced, "Today, we are fortunate to have a seventh-rank professional martial artist, Mr. Lei Sheng, to guide us. Everyone, please welcome him."

The applause was thunderous, and Lei Sheng, who had been meditating, opened his eyes. He slowly stood up, his gaze sharp, scanning over all the students.

"You all practice martial arts and know the difference between martial arts and martial techniques. Martial arts strengthen the body, gradually breaking the gene lock to achieve superhuman status. Martial techniques are techniques for exerting force and fighting. Today, I will mainly talk about martial techniques, using the Buffalo Strength as an example."

"Buffalo Strength is a typical form of martial arts, created by imitating fierce beasts. This technique is powerful and is a force-based technique. Although it only has three moves, each move embodies the essence of the buffalo. Knowing the moves is just the beginning. Being able to use them skillfully and counter moves is proficiency. Only when you can use the moves spontaneously and adapt to different situations, can you be considered an expert."

"Of course, today I will mainly talk about the true essence. Above proficiency is the true essence. For example, with Buffalo Strength, when you grasp the true essence, you become like a real buffalo. At this point, the Buffalo Strength is considered complete and can unleash unprecedented power!"

Lei Sheng spoke eloquently, mainly about how to understand the true essence of martial techniques. Only by understanding the true essence can you master the technique and use it in battle with incredible effects.

Lin Feng listened carefully because the Buffalo Strength technique, which he had been practicing, made him feel as if he were immersed in it, with a faint stirring deep within his body.

"Alright, everyone can practice on their own."

After saying that, Lei Sheng sat down again, not speaking, appearing somewhat cold. Many people, hearing about the true essence for the first time, found it novel and began practicing the moves.

At this moment, Du Qiang saw that Lin Feng seemed to be practicing the moves with his eyes closed and immediately had an idea. He loudly said, "I just practiced the Buffalo Strength and have some insights. Why don't I spar with some members to help everyone better understand the technique?"

Everyone nodded in agreement, but Qu Chen felt something was wrong, especially since Du Qiang's gaze kept sweeping over Lin Feng, making her even more worried. Before she could speak, Du Qiang loudly shouted, "Lin Feng, I saw you practicing the moves well. Why don't you come up and spar with me using the Buffalo Strength?"

Everyone fell silent. Lin Feng was not very noticeable in the martial arts club, and everyone knew he was in poor health, weak and frail. However, he was close to Qu Chen, which naturally caused Du Qiang, who had been pursuing her, to be dissatisfied.

This time, Du Qiang had an ulterior motive.

"Du Qiang, if you want to practice, I'll do it with you."

Lin Qian immediately stood up, knowing her brother's condition and not wanting Du Qiang to succeed.

Qu Chen frowned, looking displeased, but Du Qiang stared at Lin Feng and said, "Lin Feng, if you don't have the courage to practice, why practice martial arts at all? You should leave the martial arts club."

Du Qiang shouted sternly, clearly determined to embarrass Lin Feng today. If he could force Lin Feng to leave the martial arts club, it would be even better.

"Alright, I'll come!"

Lin Feng, who had been immersed in the strange feeling of the Buffalo Strength, felt a stirring inside, as if he needed to let it out. He opened his eyes and agreed to Du Qiang's challenge.