High Martial World: Starting Strong with Erlang Shen's Talent
Chapter 19

Learning It in One Go (Please Follow)

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"Spear techniques really are marvelous!"

"The most basic moves can be broken down and recombined into entirely new moves, forming the fierce and domineering yet exquisite Mountain Shattering Spear Technique."

"Performing the full set once raised my spear technique by 2%."

Lin Qi felt that the most crucial part was that he had learned the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique after watching Zhang Cheng perform it just once. He did not even need to watch the recording on his phone again.

Not only had he remembered every move, but he could also perform the entire set flawlessly.

This showed that his comprehension had reached genius level, several grades stronger than before.

Back when he learned the Basic Spear Technique, it had taken him quite a while to master every move and perform the complete set.

Thinking of this, Lin Qi felt brimming with motivation. Tireless, he continued swinging his long spear and practicing the technique.

Mountain Shattering Spear Technique, First Form!

Ten minutes later.

"Huff~"

"Whoosh, whoosh~"

Zhang Cheng swung his battle saber through the final move and said to the skinny boy:

"Did you record everything? Next, practice it yourself!"

"Okay!"

The skinny boy nodded, took his phone to an open area, and silently began learning the new blade technique manual.

Holding a Tang Blade, Zhang Cheng walked through the classroom in search of Lin Qi, intending to give him some pointers on the new spear technique.

"When students first learn a new spear technique, they are unfamiliar with the manual. A teacher's role is to help them speed up the process of becoming proficient."

He's probably still memorizing the spear technique right now, Zhang Cheng thought to himself.

In his view, students with decent comprehension could memorize all the moves of a new spear technique and perform the entire set within a day or two.

"Those with poorer comprehension may need even longer."

"As for geniuses who learn it as soon as they see it, they're extremely rare. I haven't seen many of them either."

Before long, Zhang Cheng found his target.

"This is..."

"Whoosh, whoosh!!"

In Zhang Cheng's sight, a figure swung a long spear with overwhelming momentum. Spear shadows filled the air, and the spearhead thundered as it pierced through the air.

Although the spear technique was somewhat immature, that was not the important part. What Lin Qi was performing was actually the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique?

How long had it even been?

Lin Qi could already perform the entire Mountain Shattering Spear Technique?

Had he learned it before?

That was not impossible.

Zhang Cheng knew that some students deliberately did this to attract a teacher's attention, making the teacher think they had encountered a genius so they could receive more attention and guidance.

"Lin Qi, is this really your first time learning the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique?"

Zhang Cheng could not help asking.

Lin Qi withdrew his spear and casually wiped the sweat from his face. He nodded at the question. "It really is my first time."

"Then perform the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique once more."

"Alright!"

Lin Qi did not ask why. He began practicing the new spear technique again.

"Whoosh, whoosh~"

Lin Qi performed the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique once more. Each time he completed a set, his proficiency in the technique increased.

Zhang Cheng noticed this as well. He narrowed his eyes, wanting to see more clearly.

This kid's spear technique seemed to have become more proficient and fluid again?

"When performing spear techniques, pay attention to the rhythm. There's no need to rush the transitions between moves..."

"Learn to rotate the fingers and wrist of your rear hand. When wielding the spear, twist, wrap, drill, and turn. Hook with the little finger, rub with the thumb, rotate the palm—twist once, thrust once..."

Zhang Cheng began offering guidance, pointing out the problems in Lin Qi's spear technique.

Lin Qi's eyes lit up. His mind raced as he felt that Zhang Cheng's words made sense.

So he practiced the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique once again.

"Whoosh, whoosh!"

"Collapse Thrust!"

"Whirlwind Break!"

"Soaring Leap!"

The spear technique was fierce, its momentum vast and imposing. The transitions between moves became even more natural.

The long spear cut through the air, dancing into spear blossoms as spear shadows flickered continuously. His spear technique grew increasingly refined.

[Through training, your proficiency in the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique has increased. Spear Technique +1%] [Under Zhang Cheng's guidance, you have gained new insights into the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique. Spear Technique +2%] [Spear Technique: First Order 67% → 70%]

Lin Qi assumed the Concluding Stance. Looking at the improvement in his spear technique stats, he was quite satisfied.

It seemed that his comprehension really was strong. And Teacher Zhang Cheng was no slouch either; a few casual pointers had improved Lin Qi's spear technique.

Looking at Zhang Cheng again, his brow was now tightly furrowed.

He looked at Lin Qi, secretly astonished.

The moment I point something out, his spear technique immediately changes.

The entire set visibly becomes more proficient.

It seems he really did learn the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique for the first time today.

And his comprehension truly is impressive. It's rare for someone to reach this level of proficiency right after learning it.

Interesting. He's ranked forty-fifth in the grade, yet he has such comprehension. I'm starting to look forward to the days ahead.

Zhang Cheng came to his conclusion, and Lin Qi left an even deeper impression on him.

"Keep practicing. Work hard!"

After offering a few words of encouragement, Zhang Cheng went on to guide Jiang Tao and the skinny boy.

A few minutes later.

Watching Jiang Tao and the skinny boy stumble through their blade techniques, Zhang Cheng fell into deep thought.

"Strange. Why did three geniuses suddenly appear today? Their comprehension is all surprisingly good."

It felt like an excellent start to Zhang Cheng, making him begin to anticipate the Elite Class's future.

"Ring, ring, ring!"

"Class dismissed!"

After saying that, Zhang Cheng walked out. The others washed up and changed clothes.

"Qi Ge, we learned new manuals at the same time, so why do you seem more proficient than me?"

On the way back to the classroom, Jiang Tao could not help asking curiously.

"Maybe my comprehension is better than yours?"

Lin Qi smiled.

"Seriously? I'm ranked twelfth in the grade." Jiang Tao did not believe him.

Lin Qi said, "By the way, what blade technique did you learn?"

With both hands clasped behind his head, Jiang Tao answered, "I chose the Mountainous Defence Blade Technique. It specializes in defense and counterattacks."

Lin Qi was surprised to hear that. Jiang Tao, who had such a lively and restless personality, had actually chosen a calm, defensive blade technique.

"Also, Chen Zichuan is practicing the Whirlwind Blade Technique. Qi Ge, his build is similar to yours. The Water Droplet Spear Technique should suit you best."

Looking at Lin Qi's build, Jiang Tao could not help asking again.

Chen Zichuan was the skinny boy.

"Haha, you'll understand later."

"The Mountain Shattering Spear Technique is the spear technique that suits me best."

Lin Qi did not explain. After some time had passed, no one would mention this again.

Jiang Tao's heart stirred, and he did not ask any more questions. Since Lin Qi was confident, all he could do was trust him.

After all, from childhood until now, Lin Qi had never done anything he was not confident about.

The two returned to Class 3, began packing their things, and said goodbye to their classmates.

"Wang Qiang, your dad is leaving. Don't miss me."

"Get lost, son!"

"Old Black, don't embarrass our Class 3 after joining the Elite Class."

"Don't worry. Once the Monthly Exam is over, you'll see me in the top ten of the grade Ranking List."

Jiang Tao bid farewell to his classmates amid laughter and playful insults.

As Lin Qi, Jiang Tao, and the others left, the classroom suddenly had eight fewer people.

An indescribable emotion lingered in everyone's hearts.

Everyone knew that from now on, they would no longer be students on the same level.

Meanwhile, Lin Qi and Jiang Tao walked down the corridor toward a new future.

No. 2 High School had three teaching buildings, all shaped like a "U." One side contained classrooms, while the other housed Martial Arts Classrooms.

All senior-year students attended classes in Building No. 3.

The Elite Class classroom was on the fifth floor, close to the top floor. There was only one class on the entire floor, while the rest were Martial Arts Rooms.

A moment later, Lin Qi, Jiang Tao, and many other students entered the Elite Class one after another.

"Find yourselves seats. Taller students should sit toward the back if possible."

A familiar figure spoke from the podium. She wore a black suit and had delicate features.

"Damn, it's our homeroom teacher!"

Jiang Tao's eyes widened as he exclaimed.

The person standing at the podium was Yan Hong, the guardian of Class 3!

Filled with doubt, Lin Qi and Jiang Tao found seats in the middle by the wall.

The classroom was still shrouded in an unfamiliar atmosphere.

"Ring, ring, ring!"

The bell rang. Once Yan Hong saw that everyone had arrived, she slowly began to speak:

"Students, welcome to the Elite Class!"

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