Zhou Academy, backyard study.
"Not bad."
Zhou Liang gave Chen Qing's shoulder a heavy slap, his eyes brimming with praise. "Today's battle displayed the prestige of our Zhou Academy! And it showed the unyielding backbone of Tongbei Fist!"
Chen Qing bowed slightly. "Master, you praise me too highly. Without your careful instruction, this disciple would never have reached this day."
"No need to flatter your master."
Zhou Liang waved a hand, the satisfaction on his face gradually replaced by gravity. "But what happened today is far from over. You crippled Gao Sheng and severely wounded Qu Yaohui. Shi Wenshan is a man who holds grudges over the slightest slight; he will never let this rest."
He paused, his tone solemn. "For this period, you must keep a low profile and never draw attention to yourself. When outside, remain vigilant at all times and beware of open spears and hidden arrows. Songfeng Martial Arts School still has deep foundations, and Shi Wenshan himself is a Transformation Perfection expert. He is no easy opponent!"
"This disciple understands. I will remember it well and proceed with caution," Chen Qing replied solemnly.
Seeing Chen Qing's expression, steady as a mountain, Zhou Liang felt somewhat reassured.
After pondering for a moment, he lowered his voice further. "Now that you have entered the Transformation Force realm, you must not slack off in the slightest. If you can climb a hundred-foot pole and take another step forward... perhaps you may truly have a chance to touch upon Embracing Dan Strength."
"Embracing Dan Strength?"
Chen Qing's heart jolted. This was the first time he had clearly heard the name of this realm from his master. Before this, he had only vaguely known of the path of Internal Cultivation.
"Indeed." Zhou Liang nodded, a complicated light in his eyes.