Chapter 77

"Master Wang, what are you talking about? I am a disciple of Mr. Fu Yonghui. Mr. Fu Yonghui's father, Fu Zhensong, was once the deputy director of the Guangdong and Guangxi National Martial Arts Hall and also served in the military. He had a close friendship with Mr. Li Jinglin, the sword master of Wudang. The Fu school and Wudang have a deep connection. If we talk about this, Master Wang and I are of the same generation!"

Mei Chan smiled slightly and said.

"Master Mei is right. The Fu school's Tai Chi incorporates Xingyi, Bagua, Changquan, and Tai Chi Lightning Palm, among other martial arts, standing out in the martial arts world with its unique style, which is truly admirable. Although Old Master Fu was not among the top ten martial artists, he was a legendary figure of his generation!"

Wang Zhong sincerely praised.

"Mr. Guo Yunping in Hong Kong has been actively promoting Fu-style Tai Chi, making it very famous in Hong Kong, with a steady stream of students. Master Liang Yaqiang and Master Mei in the United States have also achieved great success in promoting the Fu school. Fu-style Tai Chi has not only taken root in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan but has also spread overseas, which I greatly admire!"

"Master Wang, you flatter me!"

Mei Chan spoke humbly, but her brows were filled with joy, showing that she was very pleased with Wang Zhong's praise.

"This book is Old Master Fu's handwritten 'Tai Chi Lightning Palm,' and it can be considered a return to its rightful place!"

Mei Chan took out a slightly yellowed ancient book from her handbag and solemnly handed it to Wang Zhong.

"Early in his career, Master Fu Zongsheng eliminated bandits for the people, which made him enemies. The bandits vowed to seek revenge, and the villagers advised Fu Zhensong to leave temporarily. Thus, Fu Zhensong left his hometown and traveled west and east, visiting many famous masters. The third master he met was Song Weiyi from Yizhou. This old master had once served as a bodyguard for Emperor Xianfeng and was a great hero. According to Song Weiyi, he was a true disciple of the great martial arts master Zhang Sanfeng. He taught Fu Zhensong the 'Tai Chi Lightning Palm' and 'Lightning Hammer,' two secret martial arts. After three years of training, Fu Zhensong made great progress."

Wang Zhong was somewhat shocked as he took the 'Tai Chi Lightning Palm' manual. On the first page, Old Master Fu frankly stated that this technique was a secret of Wudang, which he learned from Old Master Song Weiyi after three years of hard practice, greatly improving his martial arts skills!

Wang Zhong looked at Mei Chan with surprise.

"Because I am a woman and lack strength, Master Fu only taught me the 'Tai Chi Lightning Palm'!"

Mei Chan thought Wang Zhong was wondering why she didn't have the 'Lightning Hammer' and said with some regret.

"Master Mei, you misunderstand. This manual is too precious! I cannot accept it!"

Wang Zhong read a page and knew it was definitely the original. Even in Wudang Mountain, it was a significant legacy.

"One should not accept gifts without earning them. Master Mei, please take it back!"

"This book originally belongs to Wudang. I am just returning it to its rightful place. Moreover, my son is learning from Master Wang, so this book can be considered a token of respect for the master."

Mei Chan saw that Wang Zhong was not accepting it and gently pushed it back, smiling.

A token of respect, or 'shuxiu,' is a gift given to a teacher (shuxiu: dried meat in ancient times). For example, "He gave a person a jar of wine, a bundle of dried meat, and a dog" or "He presented a person with a jar of wine, a bundle of dried meat, and a dog." —— *The Book of Rites: Lesser Etiquette*.

Seeing Mei Chan's insistence, Wang Zhong did not persist and put the 'Tai Chi Lightning Palm' in his pocket, bowing to express his gratitude.

Wang Zhong, dressed in a Tang suit, sat in a grand chair with a joyful expression.甄丹尼 and Liang Dalong knelt on the ground, holding tea bowls and respectfully offered tea to Wang Zhong.

After Wang Zhong drank the tea, the names of甄丹尼 and Liang Dalong would be written in the lineage record, meaning they would become official disciples of the Nine Palace Sword School.

"Our school has only three rules: First, do not betray your master or ancestors! Second, be friendly to your fellow disciples. Third, do not bully the weak!"

"If you violate these principles, no matter where you are, I will come to clean up the mess. Can you both do this?"

Wang Zhong looked at the two men holding the tea bowls, did not immediately accept the tea, and asked with a serious expression.

"We can!"

The two men said in unison.

Wang Zhong then nodded and, in the presence of various dignitaries, accepted their tea. He then gave them two large red envelopes, making甄丹尼 and Liang Dalong his formal disciples. After a few years of observation, if their insight and character are reliable, they will be promoted to indoor disciples, and after that, there will be dharma successors!

Liang Dalong, being slightly older and more steady, was appointed as the first disciple, and甄子丹 as the second disciple!

Selena and William Brown were registered disciples, ranking after Liang Dalong and甄丹尼.

At the master acceptance banquet, Wang Zhong formally introduced the concept of "instinctive combat without techniques" to the Hong Kong martial arts community!

He also demonstrated techniques where any part of the body could be used to injure an opponent, but what truly shocked the Hong Kong martial arts community was Wang Zhong's ability to extend his arm by a foot!

Jin Tang, who had not spoken, suddenly stood up and exclaimed, "The Nine Yin Bone Claw!"

Everyone knew that the Nine Yin Bone Claw was a high-level martial art from Jin Tang's famous work, *The Legend of the Condor Heroes*!

Apart from its ruthlessness, what people remembered most was the description of extending the arm by three feet, making the Nine Yin Bone Claw unpredictable and hard to defend against!

What was thought to exist only in novels, Wang Zhong had brought to life!

It was no wonder Jin Tang was so agitated!

"Mr. Jin, this is not the Nine Yin Bone Claw. The principle of extending my arm is similar to yoga, involving the flexibility of muscles, bones, and meridians to achieve the extension of a foot!"

"I see!"

Jin Tang nodded in agreement. Yoga, when practiced to a high level, can indeed perform many seemingly impossible movements.

Wang Zhong then announced the second matter: he would invest a large sum of money to open an instinctive combat dojo in Hong Kong, drawing on the experience of Taekwondo and Karate to promote instinctive combat worldwide!

This was a reluctant choice. Taekwondo and Karate had become the mainstream in world combat, and traditional Chinese martial arts were struggling to survive. To change this situation, one had to use foreign methods to counter foreign methods!

Promoting traditional Chinese martial arts is difficult because it not only involves techniques but also training methods and cultivation. A martial arts master cannot be cultivated overnight.

There is a saying in the industry: "Three years of Tai Chi, no fighting!"

This means that after three years of practicing Tai Chi, one's practical combat ability is still limited because Tai Chi is too profound!

Modern people rarely have the patience to practice for five or ten years!

In contrast, Taekwondo and Karate can be used in practical combat after just a few months of training!

This is why they are so popular both domestically and internationally!

Another reason is that traditional Chinese martial arts are not just combat techniques but also contain unique Eastern philosophy. With the disconnection in modern traditional culture, even native Chinese people know little about traditional culture, let alone foreigners. How can they appreciate the profound levels!

This is another significant obstacle to the promotion of traditional Chinese martial arts!

As the monk who swept the floor in *Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils* said: "Shaolin martial arts need Buddhist studies to resolve their violent nature. Only through the cultivation of both Zen and martial arts can one reach the truly profound level."

Traditional Chinese martial arts are no different!

Wang Zhong's instinctive combat is derived from traditional Chinese martial arts but focuses more on practical combat, simplifying and making it easier to learn.

By incorporating foreign combat concepts, Wang Zhong's instinctive combat is more accessible to the world.

Using the concept of instinctive combat to challenge the dominance of Karate and Taekwondo!

Bruce Lee's creation of Jeet Kune Do had a similar goal, but unfortunately, he died young, and his successors did not carry on his legacy. Although Jeet Kune Do has developed rapidly worldwide, it is far from challenging the dominance of Karate and Taekwondo!

Wang Zhong's goal is to inherit Bruce Lee's legacy and promote Chinese martial arts to the world!

Of course, instinctive combat is just one school of Chinese martial arts. Other schools can also teach at the instinctive combat dojo, which welcomes various schools to exchange and improve!

The masters of various schools understood Wang Zhong's ambition and were all excited, calling it a great move!

After all, the rise of Taekwondo and Karate has greatly reduced the survival space for traditional Chinese martial arts, making them a common enemy!

Before, no one had the courage to lead, but now with Wang Zhong as the banner, how could they not support him!

This news was immediately published by the media, along with Wang Zhong's concept of instinctive combat!

Mind and body as one!

Similar to the Shaolin concept of Zen and martial arts!

Instinctive combat not only emphasizes physical strength but also the power of the mind!

Wang Zhong elevated the concept of instinct to two levels!

One is the instinct of combat!

The other is the deepest power of the mind, which is often referred to as the true nature in Buddhism!

Hong Kong International Airport

Wang Zhong and Rulan bought tickets for a direct flight to Australia. With ten minutes left before boarding, they idly watched the people passing by.

"Master!"

"Master!"

"Master!"

Selena, wearing a pink casual outfit, was out of breath, dragging a large suitcase. She held a plane ticket and waved her arms at Wang Zhong and Rulan.

"Didn't you say Sir Yuen didn't want her to go?"

Rulan looked at Wang Zhong with surprise.

"Sir Yuen said that on the phone yesterday!"

Wang Zhong also looked surprised.

"Hello, Master!"

Selena put down her suitcase and stood in front of Wang Zhong, speaking demurely.

"Hello, Master Mother!"

Selena smiled and greeted Rulan.

Seeing Selena sneak along, Rulan was initially a bit unhappy, but the term "Master Mother" made her feel lighter.

3025 Hong Kong to Sydney passengers, please note, your flight has arrived. Please check in and board the plane!

3025 Hong Kong to Sydney passengers, please note, your flight has arrived. Please check in and board the plane!

3025 Hong Kong to Sydney passengers, please note, your flight has arrived. Please check in and board the plane!

"Quick, it's time to check in!"

The airport announcement sounded, and Rulan pulled Selena, walking towards the check-in counter like sisters.

Seeing the imminent check-in, Wang Zhong had to suppress his curiosity.

"Sir, you must be a good person. Can I switch seats with you?"

A slightly overweight young man sat next to Wang Zhong.

Selena stood in front of the young man, her large blue eyes blinking, and pleaded pitifully.

"Miss, why do you have to sit here?"

The young man felt his heart racing but still asked with some difficulty.

"Because, because, because...!"

Seeing Wang Zhong trying to suppress his laughter, Selena suddenly had a mischievous idea.

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