Chapter 58: Martial Arts of the Flesh, the Great Sun Golden Bell Shield

Li Xuan wrote down the cultivation method of the Great Sun Golden Bell Shield on a draft, carefully checked it, and confirmed that the theoretical basis was sound. He then memorized the method.

Qi and blood surged in his hand, and the draft instantly turned to ashes.

The cultivation method to be passed to Meng Chong was already compiled. Next, he would pass it on to his disciple, Meng Chong, and wait for him to comprehend it.

The next day.

At the first light of dawn, the sound of martial arts practice could be heard from the empty ground in the courtyard.

Meng Chong held a large cleaver, swinging it with great vigor, his shiny bald head reflecting the light.

Li Xuan nodded silently. His second disciple, like Xu Yan, was a hardworking and diligent person. With such a disciple, how could he not become powerful?

"Disciple, come over!"

Li Xuan sat down on a chair.

"Master!"

Meng Chong finished his practice, stuck the knife in the ground, and walked over excitedly, bowing respectfully.

"Today, I will teach you the way of martial arts."

Li Xuan's expression was solemn as he said, "The martial arts I teach you are not the martial arts of the world, which are merely mundane fist and foot techniques.

"My martial arts can move mountains and fill seas, and breaking through the void with a punch is a trivial matter.

"The path of martial arts is endless, but the cultivation of martial arts must start from the foundation. The first realm of martial arts is the Qi and Blood Realm..."

As Li Xuan spoke, he raised his palm, and in an instant, a powerful aura surged upward into the sky.

Even though he had reined in his aura and pressure, Meng Chong could still feel the terrifying power contained in the qi and blood at such close range.

His eyes widened, and his expression was filled with excitement and fervor.

Martial arts!

This is martial arts!

Just the first realm, the Qi and Blood Realm, is so terrifying!

Li Xuan retracted his qi and blood and continued, "Martial arts cultivation starts with refining the skin, bones, and organs. This is the foundation and the base.

"Only by laying a solid foundation can you walk far on the path of martial arts. Remember, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."

Li Xuan raised his hand again, and the qi and blood condensed into a palm, which he placed on Meng Chong's shoulder, then on his arm and thigh.

"Disciple, your talent lies in your physique. Your bones and muscles are extraordinary, making you well-suited for the path of the flesh. Therefore, today I will teach you the foundational cultivation method of the flesh, the Great Sun Golden Bell Shield..."

Meng Chong, excited, rubbed his bald head and said, "I will follow Master's arrangements!"

"The martial arts of the flesh focus on the cultivation of the body, with unparalleled defense and extraordinary strength, perfectly matching you."

Li Xuan stood up and circled Meng Chong.

He couldn't help but marvel at his second disciple, who had a naturally fierce appearance, with well-defined muscles and a naturally bald head.

His features were regular, but his imposing and fierce physique, bald head, and muscular build overshadowed his regular features.

No one could help but praise him as a mighty young man.

"The martial artists who cultivate the path of the flesh, when their bodies are fully developed, are comparable to divine weapons... Of course, this is still far from you. Once you cultivate the Great Sun Golden Bell Shield, even if you stand still, a thousand troops and ten thousand horses will not be able to break through your defense..."

Li Xuan continued to emphasize the power of the Great Sun Golden Bell Shield, inspiring Meng Chong's fighting spirit and fervor.

Sure enough, Meng Chong became more and more excited, his muscles trembling, and his bald head seeming even shinier.

"Listen carefully, I will now teach you the cultivation method of the Great Sun Golden Bell Shield..."

Li Xuan sat back on the chair and spoke solemnly.

"Yes, Master!"

Meng Chong knelt down and listened respectfully.

"The cultivation of the path of the flesh is different from orthodox martial arts cultivation. Orthodox cultivation involves refining the skin, bones, and organs separately, while the path of the flesh combines all three, refining them simultaneously..."

Li Xuan recited the already compiled cultivation method, explaining how to sense the qi and blood, and how to form a cycle from inside out or outside in, refining the skin, bones, and organs simultaneously.

"Have you remembered, disciple?"

After explaining the cultivation method in detail, Li Xuan asked.

"Master, I have remembered."

Meng Chong nodded.

He had memorized the method, but he was still unsure about the specific cultivation process.

Li Xuan timely added, "My martial arts lie in comprehension and intention, not in the form of the cultivation method. Disciple, you must comprehend and understand the true meaning.

"Martial arts cultivation requires talent. I see that your method of seeking revenge is quite ingenious, indicating that your talent is not bad.

"Study the cultivation method well. I believe you can understand it."

Giving Meng Chong some encouragement, Li Xuan paused and continued, "The cultivation method is there, but whether you can enter the door of cultivation depends on your comprehension.

"Master leads you to the door, but cultivation is up to you.

"Stay calm and composed, and comprehend the intention behind the cultivation method."

Meng Chong seemed to understand, but he felt that the powerful martial arts cultivation method was indeed profound and mysterious, making it difficult to enter the door.

"Master, I will definitely comprehend it!"

Meng Chong said firmly.

"Very good, do not disappoint me!"

Li Xuan nodded.

He stood up, assumed a horse stance, and said, "Assume a horse stance and carefully comprehend, first sensing the qi and blood."

"Yes, Master!"

Meng Chong nodded and assumed a horse stance in the empty ground of the courtyard.

"Cultivation should be balanced with rest. When the time comes, cook, clean the courtyard, and wipe the tables... relax yourself and your mind, do not always be tense. Sometimes, the more you are fixated, the less you will gain..."

Li Xuan instructed.

Xu Yan had comprehended the fabricated cultivation method in such a process and successfully entered the door of martial arts.

"Master, I understand!"

Meng Chong nodded.

"Also, when stewing chicken, remember to add the Nine-Leaf Yuanzhi or a thousand-year-old ginseng..."

Li Xuan added.

"Yes, Master!"

Li Xuan, with his hands behind his back, was about to go out for a walk when he suddenly remembered something and said, "If you need anything, you can find Shi Er."

"Yes, Master!"

Meng Chong nodded.

Shi Er was quite capable, and Li Xuan temporarily used him as a helper, seeing if he could perform well.

...

Yunshan County Office.

The county magistrate, the old man in a hemp robe, Shi Er, and others sat together again.

"Xu Yan displayed great divine might in the city, sweeping through the Divine Might Army alone..."

The county magistrate said with a look of shock.

"Now, the officials and nobles in the city are all seeking high masters, wanting to learn the immensely powerful martial arts."

His eyes showed a hint of fervor.

He had originally planned to flee, as Li Xuan was too terrifying, capable of killing them with a single hand.

After the news from the city arrived, Xu Yan's display of divine might was like that of a god, incredibly powerful!

And Li Xuan was Xu Yan's master!

Wasn't a mysterious high master right there?

The high master was right beside them, so why would they think of fleeing?

Instead, they were thinking about how to flatter and please the high master to gain some guidance.

After their worldview was refreshed, their desire to rebel had somewhat faded, and becoming a true martial artist and cultivating powerful martial arts had become their primary desire.

"The high master has taken Meng Chong as a disciple. I have already given the high master some of the Nine-Leaf Yuanzhi and thousand-year-old ginseng from our sect's collection. I think we should continue to give more precious herbs to the high master..."

Shi Er seized the opportunity to speak.

These precious herbs, though valuable, could not make them as strong as Xu Yan. Giving them to the high master for rewards would be more valuable.