Comprehension

After finishing lunch in the cafeteria, Jiang Ye returned to the Martial Arts Classroom.

In this world, martial arts cultivation had become a part of life.

Starting from high school, students underwent frequent martial arts training, with an average of at least five days a week dedicated entirely to martial arts classes.

Quite a few people were already practicing on their own in the classroom.

Upon seeing Jiang Ye, Wen Yuehui immediately walked over to him.

"A Ye, have you heard?"

Wen Yuehui whispered, "Starting next year, the Gaokao Reform will raise the admission standards for universities!"

"Gaokao Reform?" Jiang Ye was taken aback.

Wen Yuehui nodded, "The admission standards for many ordinary universities have been raised. The Star Martial Cultivation Method needs to reach Perfection. It's going to be difficult for us!"

"And to break through to Perfection before the Gaokao, who knows how much money it will cost."

He sighed with emotion.

"Poor scholars, rich martial artists" wasn't just a saying.

To achieve Divine Speed in martial arts, money was indispensable.

Jiang Ye asked in surprise, "Can't we get into ordinary martial arts universities in Chengdu anymore?"

"We can get in, but only into the lowest-ranked ones," Wen Yuehui shook his head. "They're already ordinary martial arts universities, what's the difference between the lowest-ranked ones and vocational colleges?"

Jiang Ye asked, "What about the Twenty-Five School Alliance?"

"The Twenty-Five School Alliance?" Wen Yuehui said casually, "The standards should have increased too, but it has nothing to do with us."

"Why are you asking this? Are you thinking of applying to the Twenty-Five School Alliance?"

"One must have dreams."

"A 'try not to laugh' challenge? Then I concede."

Wen Yuehui chuckled, not taking it seriously. "I used to have dreams too. In elementary school, I wanted to get into the Top Ten Elite Schools! Unfortunately, reality is too cruel..."

While they were chatting, it was time for class.

Chen Zilu, wearing a white martial arts uniform, white shoes, and white socks, strode into the classroom.

"Star Martial Cultivation Method - Fist Chapter, First Form to Thirty-Sixth Form."

"This time I will demonstrate the advanced techniques, watch closely."

Chen Zilu said with a clear and cold voice.

Jiang Ye's eyes lit up, and he quickly focused his attention.

Advanced techniques were usually shown to students who had achieved Minor Accomplishment in their cultivation methods, and such an opportunity was rare.

Chen Zilu, with a cool expression, began to practice boxing in front of everyone.

The key points of boxing such as grasping, pouncing, shaking, and intercepting were displayed to perfection within a set of flowing clouds and water-like movements.

"Buzz!"

In an instant, Jiang Ye seemed to enter an extremely ethereal state.

The surrounding environment faded away, leaving only Chen Zilu demonstrating, with many details magnified.

"This is... Comprehension Boost 30%?"

Jiang Ye's heart trembled, and he focused his gaze.

He saw Chen Zilu dancing, graceful and elegant, revealing her Snow-White Slender Waist and Abdomen.

Jiang Ye stared intently at her body, paying attention to every minute detail.

Although the Star Martial Cultivation Method - Fist Chapter only had thirty-six forms, a full set would take an hour to complete, consuming considerable stamina.

"Boom!"

Finally, Chen Zilu threw a punch, her Qi like a swimming dragon, and completed the stance.

She said indifferently, "Next, cultivate on your own. Ask me if you don't understand anything."

As soon as she finished speaking, the entire class began to cultivate.

Jiang Ye, however, stood still, hesitating to make a move.

Unbeknownst to anyone, his mind was racing at this moment.

"So, there were so many errors and omissions in my previous practice methods!"

Jiang Ye closed his eyes, and flashes of inspiration appeared in his mind.

This time, with Chen Zilu's teaching, he seemed to have instantly enlightened, grasping many crucial points!

"Hoo~"

The next moment, Jiang Ye slowly assumed a boxing stance.

He threw punches and palm strikes, one after another, his movements becoming increasingly fluid and natural.

"The Fist Chapter isn't just about punching."

Jiang Ye recalled Chen Zilu's words: "When practicing punches, your shoulders, waist, abdomen, hips, and legs must all exert force simultaneously. With every punch, try to mobilize the strength of your entire body's muscles."

The Star Martial Cultivation Method · Fist Chapter has a total of thirty-six forms, with each form containing thirty-six moves.

It is divided into four stages: Beginner, Minor Accomplishment, Great Accomplishment, and Perfection.

If every move can correctly mobilize muscle power and complete the practice of all thirty-six forms, one will be close to Perfection.

This signifies ultimate control over every inch of the body.

It is said that those who achieve Perfection in the Star Martial Cultivation Method can even control that aspect with ease, remaining Golden Spear Unfallen.

Jiang Ye had not yet reached that level, but he had improved significantly this time, with Minor Accomplishment within reach.

While Jiang Ye was diligently practicing his punches...

Chen Zilu's gaze swept across the Martial Arts Classroom.

It was the first time she had demonstrated Advanced Techniques for the second-year Class Nine today.

However, if someone had good aptitude, they should be able to gain some insights and improve significantly by now.

Chen Zilu's gaze briefly scanned the room but she didn't find any such students.

"The students in the Ordinary Class are mediocre in both martial arts aptitude and comprehension."

Chen Zilu was not surprised, sighing inwardly.

But just as she thought this, her expression suddenly shifted slightly, and she looked in a certain direction.

"Hmm? This student has actually grasped a few points."

Chen Zilu's gaze fell upon a male student.

The student was thin and wiry. Whether it was his hairstyle or not, his head seemed somewhat pointed.

Looking at the student, she seemed to recall something: "Li Zhichao? His parents are both martial arts powerhouses. Although this person also has Inferior Aptitude, he is still stronger than others."

Chen Zilu mused, then shifted her gaze away.

But when her eyes inadvertently landed on Jiang Ye, she couldn't help but pause again.

"Jiang Ye? Is he about to break through too?"

Chen Zilu looked at Jiang Ye, lost in thought.

Meanwhile, not far from Jiang Ye.

Wen Yuehui had been cultivating for three hours and stopped, drenched in sweat.

He saw Jiang Ye still practicing his punches beside him and couldn't help but think, "This guy, why is he so persistent this time?"

Don't underestimate it just because it's three hours.

These three hours required mobilizing the entire body, no less than three hours of strenuous exercise.

Suddenly, Wen Yuehui realized something and thought to himself, "He's about to break through to Minor Accomplishment!"

Just as he was thinking this.

Jiang Ye's boxing suddenly became more aggressive, his breathing rhythm seemingly resonating with his punches.

"Crack crack crack!"

A series of popping sounds like popping beans came from his scapula, his spine undulating like a dragon's back as he swung his fists!

"Peng!"

A punch was thrown, and a muffled sound faintly echoed in the air.

"He broke through to Cultivation Method Minor Accomplishment!"

Jiang Ye also awoke from his state of self-forgetfulness.

He looked at his fists, a wave of joy surging within him.

Just now, he felt a significant increase in his control over the muscles in his shoulders and waist.

It felt as natural as moving his own arms.

This meant that from now on, every punch he threw could fully utilize the muscles of his shoulders and waist, unleashing far greater power than before.

This was the Minor Accomplishment of the Star Martial Cultivation Method!

On his panel, the progress of Star Martial Cultivation Method had changed from Beginner (99%) to Minor Accomplishment (1%).

"I didn't expect to break through so directly this time!"

Jiang Ye was overjoyed.

There was a bottleneck between Beginner and Minor Accomplishment.

According to his original estimate, it would take at least another week to break through.

But now, he had broken through in just one class.

"Is this the effect of 'Friend of the Ancestor'? Too powerful." Jiang Ye felt satisfied.

He knew that the rapid breakthrough this time was greatly related to the Comprehension Boost 30%.

"A Ye, congratulations on reaching Minor Accomplishment!"

Wen Yuehui walked over and said sincerely, "From now on, you're also one of the elites of our Class Nine!"

He was also very happy to see his friend break through.

Jiang Ye shook his head and smiled, about to reply.

Suddenly, Li Zhichao, standing not far away, had his joints creaking.

"Hmph!"

Abruptly, he threw a punch, and the fist imprint fell, like the clash of metal, making people's eardrums ache.

"Hiss!"

Wen Yuehui exclaimed in shock, "Li Zhichao? He's actually reached Great Accomplishment!"

Jiang Ye also turned to look.

He had only just reached Minor Accomplishment, and someone in the class had already reached Great Accomplishment?

For an Ordinary Class student, reaching Great Accomplishment before the college entrance examination was already excellent.

Reaching Great Accomplishment in the second year of high school? Extremely rare.

"Li Zhichao."

Chen Zilu commented, "To reach Great Accomplishment in the Star Martial Cultivation Method in your second year of high school, you are much more outstanding than others."

"However, the step from Great Accomplishment to Perfection is the most difficult part of the Star Martial Cultivation Method. Don't let your guard down."

"Yes."

Li Zhichao cupped his hands towards Chen Zilu, his expression neither happy nor sad.

Chen Zilu added, "Go buy some enhancement potions. They will be very beneficial for your breakthrough."

Li Zhichao frowned slightly and said, "Will taking potions harm my body?"

Chen Zilu replied, "The Li Long Potion has fewer side effects."

Li Zhichao nodded.

"Li Long Potion?" Jiang Ye also murmured.

Although Chen Zilu's words weren't directed at him, anything that could aid in a breakthrough was something he naturally had to remember.

Wen Yuehui glanced at him and said in a low voice, "A Li Long Potion costs three thousand yuan per dose. We shouldn't even think about it."

"Three thousand yuan a dose?!"

Jiang Ye was shocked and disbelieving.

His adoptive mother's monthly salary was only three thousand yuan.

"Of course. Otherwise, why would they say 'Poor scholars, rich martial artists'?"

Wen Yuehui sighed, "Rich people are truly detestable. If only I were that rich too."

Jiang Ye gained a clearer understanding of martial arts.

He thought to himself, "It seems I can only rely on my own efforts from now on."

At the same time.

Chen Zilu's gaze fell upon Jiang Ye. She knew he was one of the only two people in the class who had grasped Advanced Techniques.

She smiled slightly and said, "Jiang Ye is also very good. He's finally broken through to Minor Accomplishment."

Breaking through to Minor Accomplishment in the second semester of the second year was actually quite mediocre.

Even though he also had Inferior Aptitude, Jiang Ye's talent was clearly much worse than that of the top ten students.

However, she didn't intend to discourage him at this moment.

"Jiang Ye, if you have any questions you don't understand, feel free to come and ask me."

After Chen Zilu finished speaking with a smile, she turned and left.

In the classroom, many people looked at Jiang Ye with envy.

Jiang Ye was the only one Chen Zilu offered to tutor privately.

Even Li Zhichao didn't receive such treatment.

But there was nothing they could do. Who could blame him when Jiang Ye cultivated diligently and was also very handsome?

Just as the boys were feeling sour, some girls, taking advantage of the end of the martial arts class, handed Jiang Ye a bottle of water.