Passing Down Techniques and Teaching Lin Dong

Seven days later

Early morning

In the Luo Family's council hall

Luo Heng handed three carefully copied martial arts manuals to his grandfather, father, and mother.

"Grandfather, Father, Mother, these are versions I specially improved based on the first three moves of Flowing Cloud and Soaring Goose Steps and Tiangang Thunderclap Fist, combined with the characteristics of our Luo Family's existing martial arts."

"Although these three manuals contain only the first three moves of the original martial arts, their power already rivals the finest Fourth-Grade Martial Skills. I also adjusted them according to each of your cultivation characteristics, so they will be smoother to practice." Luo Heng spoke calmly.

Luo Yun accepted a manual. After flipping through several pages, a look of astonishment appeared in his eyes.

He was already at the initial Heaven Yuan Realm, and his understanding of martial arts far surpassed that of ordinary people. At a glance, he could tell that these improved martial arts not only possessed far greater power, but also had far more exquisite circulation paths. They were practically tailored for them.

"Heng'er, this... this method of improvement... it is simply the work of a martial arts grandmaster who has immersed himself in this field for decades!" Luo Yun said in utter shock.

Luo Shan was even more excited, his beard trembling. As he carefully studied the first three moves of Tiangang Thunderclap Fist, the Primal Energy within his body unconsciously circulated according to the descriptions. Faint, muffled thunder actually echoed from within him.

"Good! What excellent moves—First Appearance of Lightning, Thunderbolt Piercing the Sun, and Thunderbolt Strike! These three fist techniques link together seamlessly, rising layer by layer. If I master them, I would even be confident in using my mid-Heaven Yuan Realm cultivation to directly contend against peak late-stage experts!" Luo Shan's eyes gleamed. This technique was simply too powerful!

Although Su Yi's cultivation was somewhat weaker, her discernment was excellent. As she leafed through the improved version of Flowing Cloud and Soaring Goose Steps, her eyes shone repeatedly.

"Heng'er, this movement technique... appears simple, yet it actually contains the dual essence of 'cloud' and 'wind.' If mastered, it will greatly increase one's ability to survive."

Luo Heng smiled faintly. "Mother is right. This improved Flowing Cloud Step places greater emphasis on flexibility in actual combat and on escaping to preserve one's life. It is perfectly suited for your cultivation."

The reason he could make such exquisite improvements was precisely because of the analysis and Deduction abilities of the Myriad Law Seal, along with his own exceptionally powerful comprehension.

Over the past three days, he had not only thoroughly mastered the first three moves of the two Ninth Grade Martial Arts, but had also deduced the cultivation paths most suitable for his family based on their techniques and physical conditions.

Such methods were indeed comparable to those of a martial arts grandmaster. At the very least, no one below the Creation Realm could accomplish such a thing!

"Heng'er, I accept this gesture from you." Luo Yun solemnly put away the manual, patted Luo Heng's shoulder, and continued, "Go to Flame City without worry. With us here, the family will never hold you back."

"That's right. With the Yang Yuan Stone Mine supporting us, along with these improved martial arts, our Luo Family will produce several Heaven Yuan Realm experts within half a year at most! When that time comes, even the Lei Clan will have to think twice!" Luo Shan suppressed the excitement on his face and became composed once more.

Su Yi said softly, "Heng'er, be careful in every way while you are away. Remember to send word home often."

Luo Heng felt warmth in his heart and nodded. "I will. Oh, the Lin Family's minor competition is the day after tomorrow. I do not plan to stay and watch it. Today, I am going to say farewell to Dongzi and, while I'm at it... give him some more guidance."

"That is only proper. The Lin Family and ours have been friends for three generations, and Lin Dong is a good boy. You brothers are close, so you should bid each other a proper farewell." Luo Yun said with a smile.

Afternoon, in the Lin Family's back mountain

Lin Dong had just finished a round of grueling cultivation and was wiping the sweat from his forehead when he saw Luo Heng approaching through the woods.

"Brother Luo Heng!"

Lin Dong's eyes lit up, and he hurried over.

"Dongzi, how has your training been?" Luo Heng asked with a smile.

"Thanks to Brother Luo Heng's guidance last time, I have completely mastered First Appearance of Lightning. And... I have already broken through to the seventh level!" Lin Dong said excitedly. He had reached the seventh level several days ago!

Hearing this, Luo Heng examined Lin Dong. He remembered that in the Original Work, Lin Dong had probably reached the seventh level shortly before the minor competition.

With the Ancestral Stone's assistance, coupled with Lin Dong's own diligence, his rate of improvement was indeed not slow. Moreover, his foundation was solid.

"Not bad. Keep it up..." Luo Heng praised him, then changed the subject. "Dongzi, I came today to say farewell."

"Farewell? Brother Luo Heng, where are you going?" Lin Dong froze and asked.

"Flame City. I plan to visit the Symbol Master Tower and study the Path of the Talisman Master. I will return in as little as two or three months, or as long as half a year."

Lin Dong was stunned. Study the Path of the Talisman Master? Wasn't Brother Luo Heng only at the Body Tempering Seventh Level? Could it be...

Lin Dong abruptly raised his head and saw Luo Heng smiling at him.

Lin Dong's eyes widened, and even his voice went hoarse. "Brother Luo Heng, you..."

Luo Heng did not explain. With a thought, the Myriad Law Seal in his Niwan Palace slowly rotated.

An invisible wave of Spiritual Power spread outward. Though it was only released slightly, Lin Dong felt an intangible pressure, as though countless eyes were watching him.

"This is... Spiritual Power?!" Lin Dong exclaimed. Although he did not know much about Talisman Masters, he knew that this was a power only Talisman Masters possessed.

"That's right."

Luo Heng withdrew his aura and said, "By chance, I have already stepped onto the Path of the Talisman Master. Dongzi, your talent in this field is not bad. If you are interested, I can teach you some basic methods. As for whether you can enter the path, that will depend on you."

Luo Heng remembered that in the Original Work, Lin Dong's talent on the Path of the Talisman Master was far stronger than his talent in Primal Energy cultivation. But this was reality now.

Lin Dong's face flushed with excitement. He had never expected Brother Luo Heng to have already broken through to the Earthen Yuan Stage! He had even become a First Seal Rune Master! And he was going to teach him!

Lin Dong hurriedly bowed. "Thank you, Brother Luo Heng!"

A Talisman Master! That was a profession rarer and of higher status than martial artists! Brother Luo Heng was willing to teach him the Path of the Talisman Master. He would remember this kindness in his heart.

"Don't thank me just yet." Luo Heng waved his hand and continued with a smile, "The Path of the Talisman Master is extremely difficult and demands exceptionally high talent. I can only teach you the basics. Whether you can continue onward will still depend on yourself."

"I understand!" Lin Dong nodded heavily, still extremely excited.

"Good. Then let us spar first."

The two stood on opposite sides, and Lin Dong made the first move.

He did not dare hold back. Brother Luo Heng was at the Earthen Yuan Stage! His Body Tempering Seventh Level cultivation erupted completely, and with the First Appearance of Lightning that he had already mastered, his fist shot out like thunder with astonishing force.

Yet Luo Heng remained composed. This time, he did not use Flowing Cloud and Soaring Goose Steps. Instead, he used the same Body Tempering Seventh Level Primal Energy and his self-created Third-Grade Martial Skill, Soaring Dragon Steps, to contend with Lin Dong.

"Make your punches three parts faster!"

"The gap between changing moves is too large!"

"Watch your breathing rhythm! Your Primal Energy circulation must remain continuous!"

As they fought, Luo Heng precisely pointed out Lin Dong's shortcomings.

With the Myriad Law Seal's enhancement, his eyesight had reached an inconceivable level. Every minute movement Lin Dong made, every trace of Primal Energy flowing through him, could not escape his perception.

The longer Lin Dong fought, the more alarmed he became, but the more excited he was as well. Under Luo Heng's "pressure," he felt his understanding of martial arts rapidly improving. Many insights that had once been vague were gradually becoming clear.

At some point, Qing Tan had quietly arrived. She crouched atop a blue stone with her chin resting in both hands, her eyes curved into crescents as she watched the two sparring in the clearing with a bright smile. More accurately, she was watching that figure in azure robes.

Brother Luo Heng is so handsome!

She murmured softly in her heart, her cheeks faintly reddening.

He looks good when he fights, and he looks good when he talks too... Ah, what am I even thinking!

She shook her head, trying to cast away those embarrassing thoughts, but her gaze simply could not leave Luo Heng.