6kv Chapter 20 Becoming an Apprentice of Master Zhou, Favoritism in Treatment
Chapter 20 Becoming an Apprentice of Master Zhou, Favoritism in Treatment
Keep a low profile when you should, and fight for your own interests when you should.
As Kong Ci had said before, being able to master the Xue family's Qi and Blood Technique in just three days was already considered exceptional talent in the entire Tianmu City.
In that case, Bu Che should just show his talent.
If one were to demonstrate the talent of reaching the minor completion stage of the Xue family's Qi and Blood Technique within three days, a tenacious and indestructible martial energy would be generated.
That would be too conspicuous, potentially exposing one's secrets and posing a significant risk; there's no need for that.
For Bu Che, being able to become Zhou Lao's disciple and receive his protection would already be an excellent choice.
Kong Ci was quite excited. Compared to Tang Sang, who was new to the area, he appreciated Bu Che a little more.
Of course, Tang Sang's talent is so impressive that even Elder Zhou was moved by it, and Kong Ci will inevitably have to befriend him in the future. But now, it would be great if Bu Che could also be introduced to Elder Zhou as his disciple.
Although he cannot be said to have preached the Way, he can be considered a guide!
Bu Che naturally did not refuse and followed Kong Ci to the edge of the training ground.
"Wait here for me, I'll go and report to Master," Kong Ci said.
After saying that, he strode towards the training ground.
Old Master Zhou was teaching Tang Sang the Hunyuan Battle Hammer technique, which was his prized martial art. He would formally teach it to anyone who became a disciple he recognized.
Upon seeing Kong Ci approach, he frowned slightly, slowly withdrew his fist and finished his practice, his terrifying blood and qi surging like waves, kicking up the snow on the ground.
"What is it?"
He was somewhat displeased that his enthusiasm for teaching the Hunyuan Battle Hammer had been interrupted.
Kong Ci took a deep breath, clasped his hands in a respectful bow, and said to Master Zhou, "Master, A-Che has mastered the Xue Family Qi and Blood Technique."
Old Zhou's furrowed brows immediately relaxed, and he understood why Kong Ci had come to find him.
"Has he entered the first stage? I observed him yesterday, and he already showed signs of entering the first stage. In just three days... he has entered the first stage of the Xue Family Qi and Blood Technique. Indeed, this child must have a stronger spirit than ordinary people, so he has extremely high talent in Qi and Blood Technique. Not bad."
Old Zhou gave a thumbs-up.
He glanced at Tang Sang, who stood to the side with her head bowed and obedient. Tang Sang was a genius with the foundation of seven-element martial arts, and everything about her seemed pleasing to him, putting him in a great mood.
"Hahaha! Great!"
"Let's have double happiness today!"
"Call A-Che over here."
"Old Zhou said."
Seeing Zhou Lao's expression, Kong Ci immediately realized that something was going to happen, and hurriedly waved to Bu Che, who was standing at the edge of the training ground.
Upon hearing this, Bu Che quickly strode over and soon arrived in front of Elder Zhou, where he clasped his hands in a respectful bow: "Elder Zhou."
"Show me your blood and qi circulation," Old Zhou said with a smile.
Without any hesitation, Bu Che mobilized the mutated spirit within his brow and slightly suppressed the circulation of the beginner's Qi and Blood Technique.
Smoke billowed and swirled overhead, radiating intense heat.
"He has indeed entered the realm of cultivation. Good lad, being able to be possessed by the evil thoughts of ghosts and gods shows he has some skill."
"There's some truth to the saying that evil spirits don't bother useless people."
Old Zhou stroked his beard and laughed heartily. Then his eyes narrowed, and his five fingers suddenly lashed out forward.
The air itself seemed to be torn apart and exploded by his tiger-claw-like movements, with streaks of white air bursting out with a wailing sound.
"Answer the call!"
Old Zhou said calmly.
Bu Che's expression changed slightly. He took a step back, which was the stance training of Zhan Shen Quan Hammer. He clenched his five fingers into a fist, swung it in an arc, and used his upper arm to drive his forearm to smash hard against Zhou Lao's five fingers that were grabbing at him, forming a whip hammer on it!
boom--!
A muffled thud exploded, and ripples of air emanated from the point of impact, distorting the direction of the falling snowflakes.
"Hmm?! Powerful waist, flowing shoulders and back, condensed fist hammer... Battle Body Fist Hammer, you've also entered the basics?! Have you broken through the Boiling Blood Barrier?"
Old Zhou's eyes narrowed, and his tone carried a hint of surprise.
"Ta-da!"
Bu Che took several steps back, feeling as if his fists were going numb. Old Zhou had already withdrawn his strength, but the rebound of his own fist hitting Old Zhou made his blood surge.
"Not bad! You only have the basic talent of a tenth-degree root, yet you were able to master the basic combat fist and hammer techniques in just three days. It seems that your spirit is naturally strong, which has greatly helped your comprehension. Combined with the breakthrough in your Qi and Blood Technique, they complement each other perfectly."
"Of course, you yourself are very diligent, I have seen it all."
As Old Zhou finished his practice, his smile grew even wider.
Although a child may have ordinary martial arts talent, no teacher would dislike a diligent child.
"Regardless, breaking through the Boiling Blood Barrier in three days...that's quite impressive. Among my many disciples, you're among the fastest. Young man, would you be willing to become my disciple?"
Old Zhou looked at Bu Che and asked.
Without the slightest hesitation, Bu Che clasped his hands in a respectful bow and said, "Disciple Bu Che greets Master!"
"Okay, okay!"
Old Zhou stroked his beard and laughed heartily, then gently helped Bu Che up with one hand.
"Since the background check on Tang Sang is not yet complete, you are considered to have entered the sect earlier and are therefore the senior brother. Once Tang Sang enters the sect, he will be your junior brother. The two of you should protect each other well."
"I have only one wish for you, and that is that you will become porcelain masters."
Old Zhou said in a deep voice.
"This disciple will do everything in my power!"
Bu Che clasped his hands in a fist salute.
Old Master Zhou nodded slightly, while Tang Sang's gaze lingered on Bu Che, seemingly somewhat dissatisfied. He should have become Old Master Zhou's disciple first, but now he was the youngest.
"Logically speaking, as my disciple, you are qualified to cultivate the 'Primordial Battle Hammer,' which is a martial art that I practice, and its grade is much higher than the Battle Hammer Fist."
"However, since you have already mastered the Battle Body Fist and Hammer, according to the rules, we will teach you the Primordial Battle Body Hammer after you have mastered it. The two are of the same origin, so it is quick to switch between them."
"But today I can teach you the footwork that comes with the Hunyuan Battle Body Hammer, the Hunyuan Step."
Old Zhou said, then turned to look at Tang Sang: "Tang Sang also thinks it's good."
Upon hearing this, Bu Che felt a pang of regret. He still longed to cultivate the Hunyuan Battle Hammer, but he could also see that Elder Zhou clearly favored Tang Sang over him.
After all, Tang Sang possesses the foundation of a seven-element martial arts master, something that... is indeed incomparable.
As for Bu Che's physical constitution, according to Elder Zhou, it was only at the "Ten Capital" level, which was far from sufficient.
Even though the speed at which the Boiling Blood Barrier was broken was fast, it didn't make Old Master Zhou take it too seriously.
Of course, what Bu Che longed for even more was the "Refining Spirit Method" that Senior Brother Kong Ci had mentioned, which was treasured by Elder Zhou.
That is one of the fundamentals to becoming a ceramic artist.
Clearly, even if Tang Sang has excellent aptitude, Elder Zhou would not easily teach him the Refining Spirit Method, and as for Bu Che, he shouldn't even think about obtaining it easily.
Old Zhou began to demonstrate the "Hun Yuan Steps," and Bu Che quickly composed himself and began to observe attentively.
"The Hunyuan Step is a footwork technique designed to complement the Hunyuan Battle Hammer. Although its grade is lower than that of the Hunyuan Battle Hammer, it is still a superior ninth-grade footwork!"
As Mr. Zhou demonstrated, he explained the key points.
After demonstrating three times, Mr. Zhou stopped.
"Alright, that's enough for now. I'll only demonstrate three times. How much you understand is up to you..."
Old Zhou smiled faintly.
Bu Che slowly exhaled, and in his mind, the Baque Sword trembled listlessly, scattering sword energy.
[Multiple methods of targeted training, the "Hun Yuan Step"]
[Introduction to Hunyuan Step (Nine Grades) (0/2)]
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"Aci, take Ache to the Broken Porcelain Courtyard and help him break the porcelain. Although he has become my disciple, he is still in the apprentice assessment period at the Xue Family Kiln. Once he passes the assessment period and becomes a formal employee, we will arrange accommodation for him."
"In addition, ask Xiaoya to go to the storeroom to get Ache a wild ginseng root, three packets of 'Washing God Porcelain Powder', and three top-grade ninth-rank 'Boiling Blood Porcelain Pills'. Also, prepare ten silver coins for him; this is the treatment he receives as my disciple."
"As for Tang Sang, we'll discuss it after the background check is completed. I'll make the arrangements."
"Old Zhou said."
"Yes." Kong Ci clasped his hands in a fist salute.
"Ah Che, no one can help you with your 'calamity of evil thoughts,' it is your destiny, and you can only rely on yourself. If you die, I can only regret it for you."
Old Zhou said something to Bu Che, then waved his hand, signaling the two of them to leave quickly.
Kong Ci left with Bu Che, while Elder Zhou continued to teach Tang Sang the Hunyuan Battle Hammer technique.
The bias is obvious.