In the Winter Division courtyard, Mr. Long pondered for a moment.
He smiled and said:
"Good. You both practice Water Element styles, and so do I. Keep practicing your own Training Methods; they're both excellent styles. Once you've saved up 200 Tongbao, come to me to learn the Three Gates Method. You're still far from the Tiger Elephant Pinnacle, but switching methods takes time. Start practicing the Three Gates Method alongside your current methods early, and when you reach the Tiger Elephant Pinnacle, you'll be able to make a smooth transition, turn it into your primary method, and undertake Gate Initiation into the Golden Network."
Li Xiuwen had the same idea. He had joined the Learning Society to study a more orthodox Three Gates Method. Otherwise, he would have to switch to the Poison Way Martial Arts technique, the Wumeng Scripture.
Gui Xuanling thought for a moment. "Mr. Long, I don't need to switch methods. I already have a Three Gates Method. I'd like to learn your Combat Methods."
Mr. Long smiled. "That's up to you. I won't interfere with my disciples' paths of cultivation. As for Combat Methods, taking on too many at once will only hold you back. Master the advanced Combat Methods you already know before coming to me for new ones."
Gui Xuanling nodded. "I understand. But... I'm still missing an advanced Movement Technique. I'd like to learn one from you."
"So would I," Li Xiuwen said.
Mr. Long considered it. "I have an advanced Red Chiuyou Style Movement Technique called Startling Swan Wandering Dragon. I practiced it when I was young. Prepare 80 Tongbao and come see me."
"All right!" Gui Xuanling said.
He glanced at Li Xiuwen, then turned and left.
He was envious. Those 200 Tongbao should have been his.
Now he had