A Contest That Must Be Fought [Seeking Follow-ups] [Seeking Monthly Votes]

The increase in his foundation caused the blood and qi within Lu Jing'an's body to surge faintly.

A restless impulse flowed through his bones and sinews.

He was somewhat impatient, eager to try out that set of Six Harmonies Fist.

However, Lu Jing'an also understood in his heart.

Chen Xuan and Cui Jieyi would certainly not allow it easily.

He had no choice but to suppress his mood, not being in a rush for this single moment.

After standing in his stance and practicing his punches.

Lu Jing'an also ate breakfast with Chen Xuan.

During breakfast, Chen Xuan did not notice the changes in Lu Jing'an's body.

After all, foundation is something invisible and intangible, so it was normal not to notice it.

It was the few young maidservants serving them who felt that the young master seemed a bit better-looking today.

After finishing breakfast, Lu Jing'an went straight to the study to find his father.

Inside the study, Lu Huaiqian was focusing on an official document.

Morning light filtered through the carved window lattice, casting mottled light and shadows on his dark gray long gown.

Hearing footsteps, he raised his head.

"Father, in my dream yesterday, I saw some memories left in my sea of consciousness by the Tiger Demon."

"There is quite a lot in there regarding the Li Family."

The hand Lu Huaiqian used to hold his brush paused slightly, and a small blot of ink spread on the paper.

He put down the brush, his expression solemn: "Have you mentioned this to Doctor Cui?"

Lu Jing'an shook his head: "Not yet, I..."

Before Lu Jing'an could finish his sentence.

Lu Huaiqian ordered a servant to invite Cui Jieyi over.

Before long, Cui Jieyi arrived in a hurry, carrying her vine-patterned medicine chest.

After another detailed examination.

Confirming that there was nothing unusual about Lu Jing'an's body.

Lu Huaiqian then ordered someone to see Cui Jieyi out.

Only then did he ask about those memories of Li Zhaolin.

Lu Jing'an told Lu Huaiqian everything he had seen in the Memory Bead last night, picking out the key points.

After listening, Lu Huaiqian did not care what the grand gift sent by the Li Family actually was.

Instead, he placed more importance on the person behind the Li Family, while simultaneously feeling more wary.

"Father, who is that person surnamed Bai?" Lu Jing'an did not understand the high-level figures of the province.

Lu Huaiqian pondered for a moment and said: "Bai Chongyu is the commander of the Garrison Command, and the Bai Family is a large family with immense power and deep-rooted connections here in Hang Province."

"I truly did not expect the person behind the Li Family to be him."

Lu Jing'an asked in return: "Could it not be the Bai Family?"

Lu Huaiqian shook his head: "It is not that it couldn't be, it is just somewhat unexpected."

"I had originally been guessing that the person behind the Li Family should be someone from the Security Bureau."

"I did not expect it to be someone from the Military Department."

Lu Jing'an continued to ask: "How does this Bai Family compare to Secretary Hu?"

Lu Huaiqian shook his head gently: "Secretary Hu and the Hu Family behind him are leaders within the civil administration system."

"However, in this era, having guns is the true way, so they are still a notch below the Bai Family."

Lu Jing'an was silent for a moment and said: "So, there is no need for Secretary Hu to know about this matter."

Lu Huaiqian nodded: "Indeed, it is better if only we know about this matter."

If this kind of thing were known by Secretary Hu.

Secretary Hu would certainly abandon the Lu Family at the first opportunity.

Offending an existence that his own family could not afford to offend—Secretary Hu was not that stupid.

But if he did not know, then that would be a different story.

"Father, could the Bai Family be fishing?" Lu Jing'an suddenly thought of something and said.

Lu Huaiqian was silent for a moment: "There is that possibility."

"The Bai Family is powerful, so many factions choose to avoid them."

"This leaves the Bai Family with absolutely no excuse to annex them."

"Hiding himself so deeply now is likely for the purpose of actively manufacturing friction."

"With this friction, taking action becomes much easier."

Having finished discussing this matter, Lu Huaiqian also mentioned to Lu Jing'an what Secretary Hu had previously said about supporting the Lu Family.

They discussed the matter of competing for the position of Director of the Public Security Bureau.

After listening, Lu Jing'an furrowed his brows, and after a moment, he said slowly:

"In the current situation, not competing means waiting for death."

"Competing may also be a perilous path, but at least it offers a chance to catch our breath and fight for a glimmer of survival."

"Furthermore, only by standing higher."

"Perhaps one can see more clearly."

"And perhaps find an extra path of retreat."

Lu Huaiqian nodded silently as well.

His gaze fell upon his son's increasingly resolute profile.

His eyes were filled with complex emotions.

After a long while, he spoke again, his voice carrying a trace of imperceptible probing and concern:

"Jing'an, have you ever considered going abroad to study for a few years?"

Lu Jing'an understood that Lu Huaiqian intended to send him away.

However, Lu Jing'an did not want to go abroad.

He was walking the path of a Martial Cultivator; going abroad would offer no development.

Besides, going abroad meant living under others' thumbs; it was nowhere near as satisfying as being here.

Lu Jing'an shook his head with great determination: "Father, I do not want to go abroad; I only wish to stay at home."

Looking at Lu Jing'an's firm expression, Lu Huaiqian finally nodded: "Very well, then stay at home."

Lu Jing'an knew that his father had other matters to think about and prepare for.

Therefore, he took the initiative to bid farewell.

Lu Huaiqian gave a hum of acknowledgment, and Lu Jing'an took his leave.

Once Lu Jing'an's figure disappeared into the porch.

Lu Huaiqian finally looked up toward the spot where Lu Jing'an had vanished.

After pondering for a while, Lu Huaiqian dialed his younger brother's number, asking him to come to his home to discuss important matters.

After leaving Lu Huaiqian's place.

Lu Jing'an also sought out Chen Xuan and Cui Jieyi.

"Teacher, Doctor Cui, I intend to begin practicing the Six Harmonies Fist immediately." Lu Jing'an stated his purpose for seeking them out directly.

Leaving Lu Huaiqian's side.

Had made Lu Jing'an feel an urgent sense of oppression once again.

Strength.

It was still about strength.

He, who had not yet broken through the Blood Barrier, might be nothing in the face of guns and artillery.

But what if he had broken through the Skin, Flesh, and Bone Barrier?

What if he reached even further stages?

Lu Jing'an believed there would eventually be a stage where strength could crush everything.

At this moment, Lu Jing'an was desperate to improve his strength.

Not just for self-preservation, but also for his family.

Chen Xuan did not know what had happened to Lu Jing'an.

But since Lu Jing'an was so urgent, Chen Xuan had no choice but to order Cui Jieyi to examine him.

"I have already checked him in the master's study just now; Young Master Lu's body is in no major trouble, and his spirit is very full."

"There is no reason why he cannot begin the Six Harmonies Fist now."

Seeing that even Cui Jieyi said so.

Chen Xuan no longer stood in his way.

Lu Jing'an took out two manuals for the Six Harmonies Fist.

After a careful observation.

Lu Jing'an relied on his new physical talent Affix.

He quickly finished reading the entire manual for the Mountain Crushing Fist.

Upon reviewing it again, Lu Jing'an clearly had some new insights.

After finishing the entire thing.

Lu Jing'an had firmly memorized all seven movements.

"Teacher, can we begin?"

Chen Xuan nodded: "Whenever you are ready, we can start."

Lu Jing'an took a deep breath.

Then, he began to perform the complete set of the Mountain Crushing Fist.

Under the enhancement of the [Fist Master] and [Vajra Tiger Aspect] Affixes.

Lu Jing'an had already reached the entry level after performing the entire set just once.

A thick and steady surge of true qi appeared within Lu Jing'an's body.

One pass, and he reached the entry level!

Chen Xuan was also somewhat surprised.

In Chen Xuan's view, Lu Jing'an's talent for fist techniques was indeed quite excellent.

But to reach the entry level after just reading it once and performing it once.

This speed of entry was still a bit too exaggerated.

One must know that this [Six Harmonies Fist] is not just a set of fist techniques.

At the same time, it is also a powerful body-tempering cultivation method.

To improve this quickly, besides talent for fist techniques, one's physical talent must also be exceptionally good.