“Instructor, how long did it take for Grandmaster Liu to learn this introductory moveset?”

Lu Heng asked Instructor Wu.

Hearing this question, Instructor Wu smiled knowingly again. Putting down the teacup in his hand, he raised three fingers and said, “Three months.”

“Three months?” Lu Heng asked curiously, “How could it take him so long?”

He found this hard to believe. Could it be that his talent was even higher than Grandmaster Liu’s?

Noticing his confused expression, Instructor Wu smiled and said, “Don’t think too deeply into it. The introductory moveset that Grandmaster Liu practiced in the past is different from what you’re practicing now.”

“You’re already practicing the eleventh edition. I don’t know how many flaws have been identified and corrected since Grandmaster Liu’s time.”

After hearing his reminder, Lu Heng finally remembered that the dojos and schools were constantly updating their cultivation techniques.

Not only were scientists doing scientific research on the subject day and night, but the martial arts grandmasters who had achieved amazing attainments in martial arts were also desperately trying to improve their existing martial arts techniques.

Everyone was doing their best to strengthen the fighting capabilities of the human race. They were trying to increase humanity’s chances at survival during this difficult era.

At this moment, Instructor Wu turned to look at the clock on the wall and said, “It’s getting late. Let’s talk about your next step in terms of training.”

Lu Heng was obviously a seedling worthy of intensive training, and Instructor Wu would not dare to leave such matters to chance.

If he was trained well, not only would his presence increase the fighting strength of Jiangnan City, but Instructor Wu himself would also gain tangible benefits.

Instructor Wu thought about it for a moment, and then suddenly stood up and said, “Let’s go. Follow me.”

Lu Heng could not help but ask, “Instructor, where are we going?”

“I’m going to find you a senior brother to take care of you,” Instructor Wu replied as he walked.

After thinking about it, Instructor Wu felt that he should find Lu Heng a senior brother who would teach him. After all, he could not spend all of his time on a single student.

When Lu Heng heard that Instructor Wu was going to find a senior brother to teach him, he quickly followed closely behind.

The two left the office and walked through a long corridor before arriving at a huge training room.

At this moment, the students inside the training room were all practicing hard.

People in this era were very self-aware when it came to practicing martial arts. After all, everyone knew that one’s strength could determine the difference between life and death in crucial situations.

If they shed more sweat training, they would shed less of their own blood when faced with dangerous situations.

When the students saw Instructor Wu walk in, they immediately stopped what they were doing and stood with their backs straightened.

They all thought that Instructor Wu had come here for the class, so they all stood at attention and waited for him to speak.

“Continue.”

Instructor Wu said in a deep and powerful voice.

When the students heard that, they immediately continued what they had been doing before, thinking to themselves that this class was free training again.

“Let’s go,” Instructor Wu said to Lu Heng, who was beside him. He then walked over to a tall, strong young man.

However, his actions attracted the attention of many students.

They had thought that Lu Heng just happened to follow Instructor Wu into the training room. After all, people who came to the dojo to practice martial arts took time out of their day to come here, so it was normal for them to arrive late and leave early.

However, it seemed that this was not the case here. It seemed that Instructor Wu had specially brought Lu Heng here.

Just like that, under the watchful eyes of the students, Lu Heng followed Instructor Wu to the side of the strong young man.

“Instructor, why are you looking for me?”

The young man looked at Instructor Wu in confusion. He realized that Instructor Wu had not come here to guide him, but instead for another purpose entirely.

Lu Heng recognized this young man. His name was He Bing. He had just graduated from a vocational school last year and was now working at the No. 3 pharmaceutical factory in Jiangnan City.

In this era, there were no entertainment joints or activities, so most people would go to the dojo whenever they had free time, and He Bing was no exception to that rule.

“He Bing, I have a favor to ask of you.”

As Instructor Wu spoke, he pulled Lu Heng over to his side. “Look after Lu Heng and help him improve.”

He Bing was a staff member of the pharmaceutical factory. In terms of social status, his was not low. Naturally, Instructor Wu would not order himaround like the other students. He could only discuss it with He Bing properly.

In fact, if he had a better choice available, he would not have chosen He Bing, but it just so happened that He Bing was the best student he had at the moment.

“Him..” He Bing looked at Lu Heng meaningfully for at least three seconds before moving his eyes away.

He Bing then smiled and said to Instructor Wu, “Okay, Instructor, leave it to me.”

He had worked in the pharmaceutical factory for almost a year, and he had already learned the principle of reciprocity.

Now that he had helped Instructor Wu out, it would be easier for him to seek a favor from the latter in the future.

Seeing how compliant He Bing was, Instructor Wu immediately beamed and said, “Okay, come with me then.”

With that, he led He Bing and Lu Heng to the dojo’s library.

As soon as they left the training hall, some of the students immediately began to discuss what had gone down in whispers.

“What’s going on with Lu Heng? Why is the Instructor treating him so well?”

“Could it be that his talent in martial arts is outstanding?”

“Impossible. Lu Heng studied in civil class during school. How good could his talent in martial arts be?”

“Could it be that he made some powerful friends in high school and used their connections? You all know that people from ordinary families wouldn’t normally choose to go to high school even if they got good grades in school. Ordinary people would definitely choose to go to a vocational school.”

“That’s possible. The family statuses of high school students are generally higher, and many of their parents are martial artists and scientists.”

“In that case, was opting to enter high school instead of a vocational school a good choice then?”

“That’s how it looks on the outside. Entering high school is definitely more promising, but if you can’t get into university, it will be hard for you to find a way out. Without a strong family background, you won’t be as good as others from vocational schools.”

..

Inside the dojo’s library.

At this time, Lu Heng and the other two were standing in front of a row of bookshelves. Instructor Wu was patiently explaining to Lu Heng.

“..you should stop practicing that introductory moveset now. After all, fist techniques are useless nowadays.”

“On the battlefield, one inch longer is one inch stronger. No fool would choose to fight with their bare hands when dealing with monsters. You’ll definitely have to use weapons.”

“Though that’s a matter for the distant future. Looking closer to home, we should talk about the actual combat assessment. If you fight bare-handed,you’ll be disadvantaged against most opponents.”

“The reason why I let you newbies practice fist techniques first is because it doesn’t require much space to practice. Any piece of land can be used for practice. In addition, it doesn’t require resources or weapons..”

Just a moment ago, Lu Heng had mentioned that he wanted to continue practicing fist techniques, so Instructor Wu had no choice but to patiently dissuade him from the idea.

Of course, what he did not know was that Lu Heng had said this because he had the most experience with fist techniques. In Lu Heng’s mind, he believed that if he continued practicing something that he was familiar with, he would be able to participate in the assessment sooner and become a martial artist sooner.

“Instructor, I understand.”

Lu Heng was soon persuaded by Instructor Wu and stopped thinking about practicing fist techniques.

Seeing this, Instructor Wu took a book down from the bookshelf. He handed it to Lu Heng and said, “From today on, you will practice saber skills with Senior Brother He. It should be convenient for him to guide you.”

“As for your stance and internal strength, you can continue your practice using the previous techniques. You can’t simply change those.”

Lu Heng nodded and examined the book in his hand.

The first thing he saw was the name of the saber technique. When he looked further down, he saw the name Liu Huaiyu.