You're really a beginner in one day?

After returning that night, Fang Chen continued practicing the Whirlwind Blade Technique.

He gained about 5 proficiency points over the course of the night, and Fang Chen felt his strength had increased a bit more.

The next morning, after Zhou Hai arrived, he gave Fang Chen a portion of elixir, along with some Qi and Blood Pills and Qi Supplementing Powder.

"Senior Brother, this portion of elixir is very valuable. I had to pester my Dad relentlessly before he agreed to give it to me."

Fang Chen nodded, keeping this kindness in his heart, and immediately began to try it.

He took a bite and immediately felt his Blood Essence surge.

He quickly assumed a stance and began practicing the Tiger Subduing Fist.

After a while, the Tiger Subduing Fist practice was complete.

During this time, Fang Chen clearly felt his Blood Essence increasing.

The panel showed a change:

[Tiger Subduing Fist Proficiency +2]

"Just as I thought!" Fang Chen rejoiced inwardly.

The last time his proficiency increased by 2 points at once was when he had some kind of epiphany.

But this time, he just took a bite of the elixir and practiced the Tiger Subduing Fist once, and it directly resulted in 2 proficiency points.

The medicinal power from this bite of elixir could still support him for a few more practice sessions!

Fang Chen estimated that this portion of elixir would support him for about seven days of practice.

Double the proficiency meant practicing for an extra seven days!

Unfortunately, Zhou Hai could only give him such an elixir once every two months.

His 50 taels of silver were nowhere near enough to afford one; they were very expensive.

Thinking of this, Fang Chen became even more eager for the elixir promised in Zhou Hai's bet!

Time flew by quickly. For the next few days, Fang Chen diligently practiced martial arts.

He practiced the Tiger Subduing Fist during the day and the Whirlwind Blade Technique at night.

With the help of the elixir, the proficiency of the Tiger Subduing Fist grew rapidly.

[Tiger Subduing Fist Proficiency +2]!

[Tiger Subduing Fist Proficiency +2]!

After Zhou Hai's initiation, he would occasionally come over to exchange insights with Fang Chen.

What amazed Zhou Hai was that Fang Chen's insights always seemed to be ahead of his own.

So, every time they exchanged ideas, Zhou Hai would gain something.

One day, Zhou Hai came as usual to exchange insights with Fang Chen.

Wang Yanshan, watching from a distance, was truly puzzled.

After Zhou Hai finished his exchange, Wang Yanshan immediately walked up to Zhou Hai and asked doubtfully, "Junior Brother Zhou, why do you exchange so many ideas with that Fang Chen?"

"I also saw him seemingly giving you pointers before. I really can't understand it. What right does he have to guide you, Junior Brother Zhou?"

"Junior Brother Zhou, if there's anything you truly don't understand, you can come ask me. Why bother seeking out someone who hasn't even initiated?"

Zhou Hai frowned.

"Hasn't even initiated? Senior Brother Wang, if you had seen Senior Brother Fang practice the Tiger Subduing Fist, you wouldn't say such a thing."

Wang Yanshan frowned.

He hadn't actually seen Fang Chen practice. After all, he never took Fang Chen seriously and didn't pay much attention to him.

Wang Yanshan asked Zhou Hai doubtfully, "Has he truly initiated now?"

Zhou Hai shook his head.

"Not only has he initiated, but he did so in a single day."

Wang Yanshan's face showed an expression as if he had seen a ghost, full of disbelief.

But he had asked Zhou Hai twice, and Zhou Hai gave the same answer. It shouldn't be a lie.

That kid initiated in one day?

Wang Yanshan turned to look at Fang Chen, wanting to see his current practice progress and confirm Zhou Hai's words.

Just then, a loud voice rang out.

"All disciples, gather 'round. I will teach you all today."

"I'll also offer pointers, so feel free to ask me anything you don't understand."

Wang Yanshan and Zhou Hai turned their heads to look.

It turned out Hong Decheng had arrived.

Wang Yanshan chuckled, "If that kid really managed to get initiated in one day, the Hall Master would surely see it. Then the truth will be clear, and we'll know who was right and who was wrong."

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Zhou Hai sighed. Wang Yanshan was clearly biased.

Even if he saw Fang Chen practice the Tiger Subduing Fist himself, he wouldn't easily believe this fact.

It seemed only when Hong Decheng came in person could he truly shut Wang Yanshan up.

The numerous disciples returned to their positions, awaiting Hong Decheng's instruction.

Hong Decheng was burly, and his presence alone exuded an imposing aura.

He struck a pose and began demonstrating the perfected Tiger Subduing Fist.

The disciples watched intently, afraid of missing even a single detail.

In his mind, Fang Chen compared his own practice of the Tiger Subduing Fist with Hong Decheng's, identifying areas where he fell short.

From time to time, the disciples also followed Hong Decheng's movements, striking the stances.

After a while, accompanied by a soul-stirring tiger's roar, Hong Decheng finished his demonstration of the Tiger Subduing Fist.

Some disciples were deeply immersed in their reflections.

Hong Decheng's voice boomed, "Everyone, practice on your own. I'll come around and see where your problems lie!"

The disciples began practicing the Tiger Subduing Fist individually.

Hong Decheng started moving among the disciples, observing their practice.

When he saw a disciple who had made significant progress, he would nod in satisfaction from time to time.

For disciples who were slow to improve, he would even step in to teach with a furious expression.

As he approached Wang Yanshan, Hong Decheng nodded with satisfaction.

"Good, you've made great progress. It won't be long before you can try breaking through to the second realm of the Martial Path."

Pleased with the praise, Wang Yanshan nodded, feeling immensely proud.

Hong Decheng continued walking back and, upon reaching Zhou Hai, exclaimed with surprise, "Excellent, your comprehension is remarkable. You must have taken about three days to get initiated, right?"

Zhou Hai responded joyfully, "Yes, Master."

Hong Decheng nodded in satisfaction and then moved to the side.

When he reached Fang Chen, Hong Decheng's eyes widened instantly.

Wang Yanshan, who had been observing from the front, suddenly saw Hong Decheng's astonished expression from the side.

Wang Yanshan's heart skipped a beat. Could it be that this kid really got initiated in one day? Why was the master reacting so strongly?

Fang Chen ignored Hong Decheng's changing expression and continued practicing the Tiger Subduing Fist, hoping for some guidance.

Hong Decheng didn't stop Fang Chen either; he continued watching him practice.

The disciples behind them were a bit perplexed.

Why was the master just standing there, not giving us any pointers?

At this moment, Hong Decheng paid them no mind. He kept watching Fang Chen's practice.

The more he watched, the more astonished he became. The proficiency of these moves clearly indicated he had been initiated for several days!

As time went on, the other disciples also began to sense something was amiss.

What could have caused the master to suddenly stop and stand still?

They all turned their gazes towards Fang Chen. Some disciples wore expressions of disbelief.

What made Fang Chen so special that the master was paying him such close attention?

Some disciples didn't know Fang Chen at all, only that he was a new disciple.

They had no idea what was happening right now.

Qin Yun, observing from the front, carefully watched Fang Chen's practice. He gradually realized something was off.

He spoke up, "When did Junior Brother Fang get initiated? Judging by Master Hong's reaction, it's highly likely Fang Chen has been initiated for quite some time."

Wang Yanshan, standing nearby, was filled with disbelief.

"This... how is that possible..."

Jiang Qiutong suddenly said, "I've heard that there are some peculiar individuals in this world who have an extremely high compatibility with certain techniques. Their comprehension of these martial arts is exceptionally high."

"If that's the case, it's indeed possible he got initiated very quickly."

Song Ming frowned and retorted, "We don't know the specifics yet. Let's hear what Master Hong has to say before you start praising him."

Suddenly finding himself the center of so many gazes, Fang Chen felt no anxiety. He continued his practice as if nothing had changed.

Since the master hadn't told him to stop, he wouldn't.

After a while, Fang Chen finally finished his practice. He retracted his fist and looked at Master Hong.

Master Hong, his face full of astonishment, asked, "One day? You were initiated in just one day?"

Upon hearing this, the crowd erupted instantly!