Xu Changfeng

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Xu Changfeng (许长风)
Alias(es)	Senior Brother Xu 2
Gender	Male
Age	25 61
Affiliation	Changhe Martial Arts School; Yang Yun's faction 8 39
Occupation / Role	Yang Yun's Personal Disciple; duty instructor of the Stone Wall Courtyard 2 3 8
Status	Active 83
First Appearance	Chapter 2

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Approaching Third Stage Training	11	During his assessment spar with Lin Mo, he is described as nearing a breakthrough to the Third Stage of training.
Second Level Perfection; Perfected Fist Momentum	61	Possesses perfected Fist Momentum and the Human-grade High-tier Vast Sky Eagle Fist. He has been stalled at the threshold of Fist Intent for two to three years.
Insight into Fist Intent	62	Deliberately lowers his Blood Essence to experience Lin Mo's Spirit Ape Fist Intent, gaining a clearer understanding of the barrier he must cross.

Background

Xu Changfeng serves as the duty disciple at the Changhe Martial Arts School's Stone Wall Courtyard. When Lin Mo arrives to enroll, Xu handles his registration, gives him a basic lecture booklet, and introduces himself as “Senior Brother Xu.” He is relieved to learn that Lin Mo can read, since this means the booklet can replace an immediate explanation from him. 2

As Yang Yun's Personal Disciple, Xu supervises apprentice training and demonstrates the school's White Ape Stance Training. He notices Lin Mo's unusual progress almost immediately, judging that Lin Mo should pass the Blood Essence assessment within two weeks. 3 4

After Lin Mo senses Blood Essence, Xu recommends him to Yang Yun as a registered disciple. His recommendation is based not only on Lin Mo's diligence, but also on Lin Mo's habit of helping the poorer apprentices. 7

Appearance

Xu Changfeng is a 25-year-old martial artist who usually wears plain gray martial attire while training. 16 61

• Dresses simply despite being a Personal Disciple. 16
• His fighting style is associated with an eagle-like, aerial posture when using the Vast Sky Eagle Fist. 61

Personality

Xu is easygoing and humorous, though he can be openly lazy when it comes to unnecessary work. When Lin Mo proves literate, Xu happily gives him a basic booklet instead of explaining its contents himself, but still keeps his promise to teach the stance training the following morning. 2

He is observant and supportive toward Lin Mo. Xu recognizes Lin's diligence early, recommends him to Yang Yun, repeatedly serves as a sparring partner, and continues to protect his junior brother even as Lin's talent begins to surpass his own. 4 7 11 61 62

Lin Mo's rapid advancement makes Xu envious, particularly when Lin masters the White Ape Eight Section Fist at an astonishing pace. However, the envy never turns into hostility; Xu remains proud of Lin's accomplishments and treats his growth as something worth supporting. 17 38 58

Xu is also practical in financial and organizational matters. During the liquidation of the Zhao Family Grain Store and Qianjin Escort Agency, he handles inventories, receives visiting merchants, and helps arrange the sale of seized assets. He refuses a share of Lin Mo's silver, believing the merit was earned through Lin's own risk. 41 42

Abilities & Skills

Blood Essence Cultivation and Fist Momentum

Xu is a Second Level Perfection martial artist with Perfected Fist Momentum. 61

• Can restrain his Blood Essence while sparring, allowing weaker opponents to test their techniques safely. 11 61
• His perfected Fist Momentum can contest Lin Mo's own momentum, though Lin's Fist Intent ultimately surpasses it. 61 62
• Has remained at the threshold of Fist Intent for two to three years, making his clash with Lin's Artistic Conception especially valuable. 61 62

Vast Sky Eagle Fist

Xu's signature art is the Human-grade High-tier Vast Sky Eagle Fist, which he has cultivated to Minor Accomplishment. 61

• Begins with Eagle's Glance, a poised stance that conveys the pressure of an eagle surveying prey from above. 61
• Emphasizes attacking from superior angles, diving attacks, and forceful strikes to the upper body. 61
• Uses aerial movement and environmental leverage, including pushing from a door frame to descend on an opponent. 61

White Ape Eight Section Fist

Xu is proficient in Yang Yun's White Ape Eight Section Fist and teaches its advanced forms to Lin Mo. 11 16

• Personally teaches the final two forms, which emphasize intent over outward form and rely on wild, ape-like force. 16
• Demonstrates rapid Plum Blossom Stake footwork and produces seven consecutive explosive sounds with his punches. 16
• Uses the art as a controlled sparring method to assess and sharpen Lin Mo's combat ability. 11 61

Instruction and Administration

Xu oversees training at the Stone Wall Courtyard and provides practical guidance to apprentices. 2 3 8

• Leads morning White Ape Stance Training. 3 4
• Helps Lin Mo settle into Yang Yun's courtyard and offers him access to manuals and sparring guidance. 8
• Takes responsibility for the Stone Wall Courtyard apprentices while Lin Mo focuses on cultivation or travels to Prefecture City. 46 62

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Longsword — Xu chooses a suitable longsword as his share from the confiscated assets of the Zhao Family Grain Store and Qianjin Escort Agency. 42

Relationships

• Yang Yun — Master. Xu is one of Yang Yun's Personal Disciples and assists with instruction at the Stone Wall Courtyard. 3 8
• Lin Mo — Junior brother, student, sparring partner, and ally. Xu registers Lin, recommends him to Yang Yun, teaches him the White Ape Eight Section Fist, and supports him during major operations. 2 7 11 16 40 61 62
• Stone Wall Courtyard apprentices — Instructor and supervisor. Xu leads their stance practice and manages their training when necessary. 3 4 62
• Zhu Hao — Acquaintance connected through Lin Mo. Xu seeks him out for information concerning Lin Mo's apprentices before leaving for Prefecture City. 62

Story Role / Major Arcs

Stone Wall Courtyard Instructor

Xu introduces Lin Mo to the Changhe Martial Arts School and becomes his first consistent martial arts guide. He supervises Lin's stance training, identifies his promise, and helps secure his placement under Yang Yun. 2 4 7

Water Ghost Crisis

While the Changhe Martial Arts School mobilizes against the Water Ghost threat, Xu is frequently absent for several days at a time. He later brings food to an exhausted Lin Mo and teaches him the final two forms of the White Ape Eight Section Fist after Lin reaches Great Accomplishment in Blood Essence. 12 15 16

White Lotus Sect Cleanup

Xu supports Lin Mo's appointment as Commander-in-Chief in the raids against the Qianjin Escort Agency and Zhao Family Grain Store. When retainers attempt to block the operation, Xu incapacitates one with a single Blood Essence-infused punch, allowing Lin's force to enter. 40

After the raids, he manages inventories, receives gifts from Changhe County families, and helps liquidate the seized businesses. 41 42

Prefecture City Competition

Xu gives Lin Mo information about the Prefecture City competition and encourages him to participate despite his young age. 41 42

He later travels to Prefecture City himself, spars with Lin after Lin develops a trace of Fist Intent, assists with the aftermath of Lin's clash with White Lotus Sect disciples, and watches the third-round hunt from the Flying Sky Boat. 61 62 78 83

Notable Quotes

“If anyone dares to stop us, your Senior Brother will take care of them with one punch!”
40

“We’re family, no need for formalities.”
62

Trivia

• Xu previously participated in the Prefecture City competition and received a Grade B evaluation. 41
• He is one of the few people who knew Lin Mo before Lin became Yang Yun's Personal Disciple and rose to prominence. 2 39
• His understanding of Fist Momentum makes him especially eager to experience Lin Mo's Fist Intent firsthand. 61 62