You're the male one!
You're the mutated Hozen!
You're the one who secretly learned martial arts!
Jiang Jie's lips twitched; he was utterly speechless.
He was pretty sure that this was a Huojin Monk; Tushui wouldn't be so impulsive and shouting.
Completely losing interest in continuing the fight, Jiang Jie looked at the carefree Pandaren and said irritably, "I am Nicholas Jiang, a human from the Eastern Kingdoms! Remember, a human, Pandaren! And you, what's your name?"
"Human? I feel like I've heard that name somewhere before. In history class? I shouldn't be sleeping in class. I'll ask Aysa later!" The Pandaren scratched his head, then proudly patted his chest and shouted, "I am Ji Fireclaw! One of Master Shang Xi's most outstanding disciples... the future master of the Huojin!"
Ji Fireclaw is an outgoing and enthusiastic Pandaren, but also a Pandaren doesn't think things through.
Basically, this is the style of the Huojin Monk.
Simply put, the Tushui embodies the Daoist principle of non-action, while the Huojin demands action. One is still, the other is active, just like the Yin and Yang Two Aspects, or the two poles of mountains and water—neither can be lacking.
In Xiao Feng's words, this guy in the fiery red training clothes is a pure Pandaren with a childlike heart that most people don't have.
Jiang Jie really liked this somewhat carefree and adorable giant panda, and they quickly struck up a conversation.
Although the Pandaren here haven't seen any alien creatures for tens of thousands of years, their ancient texts still record a part of their history from ten thousand years ago. There are too many intelligent beings in this world to count, so when they occasionally see a completely different intelligent race, they don't make a fuss like earthlings would when they see aliens, let alone the carefree Ji Fireclaw.
Ji Huozhang finally remembered where he had heard the word "human" before—it was in Li Li's words!
"Jiang, let me tell you, that little girl from the Stormstout family is so funny! She's a restless little thing, and even though she's only 9, she has more energy than I do! She's just like her uncle, always on the go!"
Ji Huozhang waved his arms and chattered on and on. "Oh right, her uncle Chen Stormstout is a very famous traveler. He left Wandering Isle to find brewing materials. He came back a while ago and left Li Li a travel log! Li Li loves it. She read it several times and tells everyone she meets. She even wanted to go wandering with Uncle Chen, but Uncle Gao caught her and brought her back... Oh right, is the outside world really that fun? Are there really so many races? Humans? Dwarves? Orcs? And... what was it again?"
"And there are elves and Troll. The outside world is wonderful, but it's also full of helplessness. Actually, I really like it here. It's quiet and peaceful. It's a world that shouldn't be disturbed by the outside world. I hope it can stay that way forever."
Jiang Jie was somewhat speechless. He hadn't expected this carefree Pandaren to be such a chatterbox, talking non-stop without seeming thirsty. So, he had to forcefully interrupt him and change the subject, "How far are we from Shang Xi's Training Grounds?"
After a brief conversation, they decided to go to Shang Xi's Training Grounds together.
That was the martial arts school opened by Master Shang Xi.
Master Shang Xi is the most famous person of this generation, and the most prestigious elder on the entire Wandering Isle. He has taught countless Pandaren, and his disciples are all over the Wandering Isle.
This place is too far from Temple of the Five Dawns. If outsiders come, Ji Huozhang will naturally have to report to Master Shang Xi. Only he can handle such an important matter.
This incident shows that Ji Huozhang is not as carefree as he seems on the surface; he's actually quite meticulous!
"It's not far, it's not far! Look! After crossing that bridge, it'll be there in a little while!" Ji Huozhang pointed into the distance.
He was chubby, but walked very fast, his flesh jiggling all over.
Pandaren move with a light step and have thick paw pads on their feet; they'd actually be good thieves.
Of course, this physique is more suited to Warrior; with a heavy shield in front of him, he would look incredibly imposing.
Jiang Jie even wondered what it would be like to train a Pandaren into a ranger, their chubby body running through the jungle, drawing a bow and shooting arrows.
It sounds wonderful.
Jiang Jie learned from the conversation that there weren't many "masters" on the entire Wandering Isle, maybe ten or so at most—that was already quite remarkable. Monk master was equivalent to a high-level professional; how many high-level professionals were there in the entire Kingdom of Lordaeron?
It must be said that, due to the absence of war and the Pandaren's more than 10,000 years of martial arts accumulation, the production rate of Monk Masters is extremely high, no less than that of High Elf or Night Elf!
It's important to know that the Pandaren are an ancient race, as ancient as the Night Elf, with a history far surpassing that of humans!
Jiang Jie also learned that Ji Huozhang had not yet obtained the title of Grandmaster, as he was still young. According to him, he was the most talented of all of Master Shang Xi's current disciples, the true senior disciple, while the previous senior disciple was Li Li's uncle, Chen Stormstout...
"Well, as for the next generation, Lo Jaomin is not bad, but I have higher hopes for Li Li. That little one is too much of a worry!" Ji Huo sighed, rubbing his forehead. He had obviously been tricked by Li Li and didn't want to think about it.
"We're here! Look, that's Shang Xi's Training Grounds!" Ji Huozhang pointed his chubby, fleshy finger into the distance, and Jiang Jie looked up and gazed into the distance.
In the distance is a low hill, and a stone staircase leads down from the bottom to...
Once you reach the top of the mountain, you'll be surrounded by countless large trees, where you'll see a complex of buildings in red, blue, and white. A huge tower temple will be right in front of you, blocking your view and preventing you from seeing the interior or the view behind it.
Looking away, Jiang Jie saw that a thousand meters away, at the foot of a small hill, on the lush green grass, sandbags and stone statues were scattered everywhere, and hundreds of young Pandaren Monk were practicing martial arts.
They practiced alone or sparred with each other, creating a thriving scene.
Jiang Jie saw low-rise buildings, exquisite archways, and magnificent streetlights.
Everything here is filled with an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. This is a place that should not be tainted by any war or filth; it is a small, idyllic world!
It was as if being there brought peace and tranquility. Even Allen, who was usually manic and difficult to control, seemed much calmer. It was as if the place was filled with Nightbane, which could soothe Allen's manic emotions and guide him slowly out of the shadows.
What a nice place!
The arrival of the alien race naturally attracted the attention of the Pandaren, but no one came over to watch. These young Pandaren had all been practicing martial arts for some time. Master Shang Xi had taught them not only Pandaren martial arts, but also the Pandaren way of life, and even the principles of being a good person and the wisdom of life.
Standing in this place created by Master Shang Xi, Jiang Jie already wanted to see what kind of person he was.
Even the greatest Grandmaster are nothing more than this.
"Master Shang Xi must be waiting for us already. Everyone says he is the most remarkable elder!" Ji Huozhang became quiet upon arriving here, which made Jiang Jie feel his charm even before he met Master Shang Xi.
Jiang Jie nodded, turned to tell everyone to be quiet and not to make a sound, and then followed Ji Huozhang up the steps, quickly reaching the top of the mountain.