20demayo Chapter 89 Guiding Martial Arts
Chapter 89 Guiding Martial Arts
Chapter 89 Guiding Martial Arts
"Alright, without further ado, please welcome our star of today's banquet, Chen Ying, to the stage."
After the hotel emcee finished speaking, Chen Ying walked onto the stage on the red carpet.
She took the microphone from the emcee and bowed slightly to the audience below the stage.
Most of the people sitting in the audience are my elders.
These are all the elders who were able to attend my banquet despite their busy schedules.
Since I'm not good with words, I won't take up any more of the elders' time. Let's begin the meal now!
With that, Chen Ying handed the microphone back to the emcee.
"Notify the kitchen to begin the meal!"
The staff at the military banquet hotel got busy.
In front of a relatively quiet package.
Lu Cangshan said to his granddaughter Lu Qingchan, "Qingchan, we can't come empty-handed to this banquet."
Please help Grandpa deliver this to the main character of today's banquet.
"Okay, Grandpa."
Lu Qingchan took a letter wrapped in oil paper and then walked down the red carpet onto the stage.
Upon arriving in front of Chen Ying, Lu Qingchan handed the letter directly to her, saying, "This is a gift from Grandpa to you."
Chen Ying took the letter on the oiled paper, but before she could even thank Lu Qingchan, Lu Qingchan had already left the stage.
"Xiaoying, this was sent by Chief Lu. Quickly open the envelope and see what's inside!"
Yang Huiqin urged them from below the stage.
Chen Ying nodded, then unwrapped the oil paper, but what was inside surprised her.
"Xiaoying, what's in the letter?" Yang Huiqin asked.
Chen Ying came to the edge of the stage and handed the items to Yang Huiqin.
"Is this a letter of appointment?"
The contents of Yang Huiqin's wedding letter left him stunned.
In her hand was a document, the aforementioned "Letter of Appointment for Lieutenant".
At this time, Chen Chaoqun also wanted to come back.
"How was it? What did the old commander give us?"
Yang Huiqin replied, "The promotion document for Xiaoying, who was promoted to lieutenant."
"Let me see it!"
Chen Chaoqun snatched the document from Yang Huiqin's hand and began to read it.
"Great! This is double happiness. With this, Xiaoying will become a lieutenant officer in the school, and her future achievements will surely surpass mine."
As Chen Ying announced the start of the meal, a steady stream of nutritious dishes were served to Chen Lie's table.
"The outermost dishes can be eaten regardless of the amount of Qi and Blood. The middle dishes can be eaten when the Qi and Blood value is above 1. However, the innermost dishes can only be eaten when the Qi and Blood value is above double digits."
Everyone must keep a close eye on their children to prevent them from eating food of the wrong quality that could harm their martial arts skills.
As soon as the banquet began, Mr. and Mrs. Chen Chaoqun suppressed their joy and went from table to table to remind each other...
Chen Lie picked up his bowl and chopsticks and started picking up food. He specifically chose the dish from the very back, the one with the most energy.
Once your Qi and Blood value exceeds double digits, you need to ensure adequate nutrition during your daily meals, otherwise it will lead to a decline in Qi and Blood. After the age of thirty, the peak of human life has passed, and those who have not yet broken through to the level of martial artists will experience a decline in Qi and Blood value. Even if the Qi and Blood value remains stagnant for a long time, it will still decline.
The path of martial arts is like rowing against the current; if you don't advance, you fall behind.
"Did you hear that, Qiongqiong? You can only eat the dishes on the outer rings. Don't touch the ones on the innermost rings."
Upon hearing the reminder, Chen Ruoqun immediately instructed her daughter.
"I understand, Mom!"
Jiang Qiongqiong nodded and began to pick up food.
Feng Yuelan also told Chen Xingyao that he could only eat food from outside restaurants.
Chen Xingyao said "Oh" and looked at Chen Lie. Seeing that Chen Lie was eating his meal in an orderly manner, and that he was eating with his Qi and Blood value in the double digits, she suddenly felt a little awkward.
Only then did he fully accept that his brother's blood and qi levels had truly surpassed his own.
Although he wasn't outstanding among the older students in his honors class, he was still considered above average.
However, she had a question in her mind: why would that important figure from outer space give guidance to her brother? She couldn't see anything extraordinary about her brother.
The banquet passed by amidst the conversations of the relatives.
As the banquet came to an end, many guests began to leave, and Mr. and Mrs. Chen Chaoqun started seeing them off one after another.
In a quiet seat, Lu Cangshan asked Lu Qingchan, "Qingchan, who was that young man who spoke to you when you went out before the banquet started?"
"Grandpa, that's the son of my father's comrade-in-arms," Lu Qingchan replied.
"Well, the banquet is almost over, we should go."
"Okay, Grandpa."
Lu Cangshan stood up and walked out of his seat, followed by Lu Qingchan and Li Muge.
Seeing Lu Cangshan leave his seat, Chen Chaoqun and his wife hurried over.
"Old leader, why are you up?" Chen Chaoqun stood at the front.
Lu Cangshan said, "The banquet is almost over, so I won't stay any longer."
"Old leader, how can this be? I haven't had a chance to entertain you yet. Please go to the private room and sit for a while longer," Chen Chaoqun urged.
Lu Cangshan shook his head: "I won't sit down, I still have military affairs to attend to."
Besides, my granddaughter rarely comes to visit, so I want to take her around and show her around.
Chen Chaoqun knew that it would be inappropriate to try to persuade him to stay any longer, so he said, "Alright, I'll see you off!"
With that, Chen Chaoqun saw Lu Cangshan and his group off.
After some time, almost all the guests had left, and Chen Chaoqun and Yang Huiqin finally had some peace and quiet.
"Guangqun, Gequn, Ruoqun, I'm sorry to have neglected you three today. There were just too many guests. Look, I've only just had a moment to myself."
Chen Chaoqun found an empty chair and sat down at the dining table.
"Big brother, you don't need to apologize. Chen Ying has promised us that she will set aside an afternoon to instruct the children in martial arts."
Even if it was just because of Chen Ying's guidance, we wouldn't blame you for not being hospitable.
Chen Ruoqun replied with a smile.
"Oh? Xiaoying wants to give some pointers to her younger siblings."
For a long time, she devoted herself to martial arts training, making the most of every minute and not wanting to rest for even a minute.
"I usually advise her to practice with moderation and not to train so intensely, but she doesn't listen. It's really rare that she's willing to take an afternoon to instruct her younger siblings in martial arts," Chen Chaoqun said.
At this moment, Chen Gequn stood up and walked up to Chen Chaoqun.
"Brother, you've all been so busy today that I didn't even have time to send out the gift money I gave to Chen Ying at the martial arts banquet. Now I finally have the chance."
"It's yours to handle."
Chen Gequn extended the glass, but Chen Chaoqun didn't reach out to take it. Instead, he slowly poured himself a glass of water, nodded, and said casually, "Put it on the table first."
Chen Chaoqun's nonchalance immediately embarrassed Chen Gequn.
However, he knew that his elder brother had always acted this way. Although Chen Chaoqun's attitude made him feel embarrassed, he didn't mind and nodded as he was about to place the Star Coin Card with the red envelope on the table.
Chen Lie frowned, quickly walked to his father's side, and reached out to take his father's arm.
Under Chen Gequn's bewildered gaze, Chen Lie looked directly at Chen Chaoqun and asked, "Now that Uncle is successful, does he look down on us poor relatives?"
Chen Chaoqun nearly choked on his tea. He coughed twice, put down his cup, slammed his hand on the table, and said, "You brat, what nonsense are you spouting!"
Chen Lie simply said, "Isn't that so?"
Even if we don't consider relatives, but rather ordinary friends, colleagues, or even military leaders treating their subordinates with basic respect, shouldn't we all be treated with the utmost respect?
But what about you, Uncle? My father gave you a gift of money, but you were so arrogant that you wouldn't even lift a finger. Did you treat your colleagues in the army the same way?
Chen Lie's accusation immediately made Chen Chaoqun blush, and he could only say, "Nonsense!"
"What nonsense did I spout? Uncle, ask yourself honestly, do you not have any intention of looking down on us poor relatives?"
If my dad hadn't injured his legs, he might not be any less successful than you. You and my dad are brothers. When a brother encounters misfortune and falls into a slump, as the older brother, even if you don't offer to help, shouldn't you at least give him the most basic respect?
Is it right for an elder brother to be arrogant towards a brother who underestimates him?
Chen Lie's accusations left Chen Chaoqun speechless.
The relatives present all looked at Chen Lie with disbelief.
Everyone knew that Chen Chaoqun was arrogant towards his relatives. Over the years, they had gotten used to it, but now that Chen Lie's side had pointed it out, they couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction.
Chen Chaoqun was at a loss when faced with Chen Lie's accusations. He wanted to use his seniority to reprimand Chen Lie, but Chen Lie's words were so reasonable that he couldn't find a point to reprimand him.
With a flushed face, Chen Chaoqun stood up, took Chen Gequn's arm, and said, "Gequn, it was indeed my fault just now. I've been busy all day, and I'm getting old. My martial arts skills aren't what they used to be, and I'm a little tired."
My brother didn't mean it just now, I hope you won't take it to heart.
Chen Gequn was taken aback and immediately said, "Brother, what are you saying? Chen Lie is young and his words may be offensive, so please don't take it to heart."
"No, Chen Lie is right, it is indeed my elder brother's fault."
I'll accept the gift money you gave to Chen Ying.
After Chen Gequn finished speaking, he left his seat.
A minor incident, and that was that.
When Chen Lie sat back down, he noticed Chen Xing staring at him strangely.
Chen Xingyao was startled by Chen Lie's sudden appearance.
The way her brother stood up for their father shocked her, and at the same time, it aroused a sense of admiration for him.
What's going on? Does increasing blood and qi also bring masculinity?
Chen Xingyao rubbed his eyes and looked at Chen Lie again. Suddenly, he felt that Chen Lie was like an older brother now, no longer as naive and ignorant as before.
Brother, it seems like it's been a long, long time since we've had a fight or bickered, right?
At this moment, Chen Ying walked over. She glanced at the relatives at the table and asked, "Have you all finished eating? I promised to set aside an afternoon to give you martial arts guidance. We can begin now."
"I'm done eating, Sister Chen Ying, let me go first."
Jiang Qiongqiong came over first, followed by Chen Ye and Chen Xingyao.
"This place is cramped and doesn't allow for much movement. Let's find a more spacious spot. Now that the guests have all left, let's go to the stage in the middle of the hotel."
Before Chen Ying could finish speaking, Jiang Qiongqiong and the other two had already gone to the stage in the middle of the hotel.
Chen Ying turned to look at Chen Lie, and seeing that he was still motionless at the table, she couldn't help but feel strange and asked, "Chen Lie, why aren't you moving?"
Chen Lie said, "I won't go."
At this moment, Chen Ruoqun, who was standing nearby, said, "What nonsense are you talking about? Your sister Chen Ying's martial arts are so amazing, it's a rare opportunity for her to give you some pointers. How can you not go?"
Chang Guirong suddenly realized and said, "Oh, is it because you had an argument with your uncle earlier and are too embarrassed to ask your sister Chen Ying for guidance?"
"Oh, I see. It's alright, Chen Lie. Your uncle is an adult with a broad mind. How could he possibly hold a grudge against a child like you?" Chen Ruoqun chimed in.
Chen Lie was helpless. He really didn't need Chen Ying to give him any pointers. Besides, Chen Ying couldn't give him any pointers anyway.
At this moment, his mother, Feng Yuelan, also said, "Go, Chen Lie, it's alright. Your uncle won't hold it against you. Just let things be as they are."
Chen Lie sighed: "Alright."
As he spoke, Chen Lie stood up and went to Chen Ying's side.
Chen Ying glanced at Chen Lie: "What argument did you have with my dad?"
"It's nothing. My uncle was arrogant in his hospitality, so I said a few words of criticism," Chen Lie said.
"You're criticizing my father?"
Chen Ying couldn't help but feel strange.
In her eyes, Chen Lie was just a kid who was not yet grown up. What right did he have to criticize an elder?
However, Chen Ying did not make any preparations. She knew that her father was usually a bit arrogant towards relatives, and she had tried to remind him, but it was no use.
Upon arriving on stage, Jiang Qiongqiong first approached Chen Ying.
"Sister Chen Ying, I've learned a new martial art, a C-level fist technique promoted by our Xichuan Provincial Martial Arts High School, called Wind Force Fist. Could you give me some pointers?"
Chen Ying said, "Sure, although I haven't seen this style before, I practice three B-level martial arts fist techniques. The basics of fist techniques are all similar."
Giving you pointers shouldn't be a problem.
Show me your fist techniques!
"OK!"
Jiang Qiongqiong nodded, immediately stepped back, and unleashed her Wind Force Fist.
Jiang Qiongqiong completed a somewhat disjointed set of boxing techniques in less than ten minutes.
After Jiang Qiongqiong finished demonstrating her Wind Force Fist, she immediately went to Chen Ying's side and asked for guidance.
"Your boxing practice is not in line with the essence; it's just brute force. I can see that your boxing style is far from being used freely."
As the saying goes, "If you want to do something well, you must first have the right tools."
I will teach you ten basic boxing moves. You should practice these ten basic moves one hundred times.
Then, before practicing the Wind Force Fist each day, practice the basic fist techniques ten times. After that, I guarantee you'll achieve twice the results with half the effort when practicing the Wind Force Fist.
"I'll demonstrate the ten basic boxing moves first. I'll slow it down, so watch carefully."
As she spoke, Chen Ying got into a fighting stance, tied up her ponytail, and began demonstrating basic boxing techniques to Jiang Qiongqiong.
She deliberately slowed down, and with each punch, a gust of wind blew, displaying a powerful and imposing force that dazzled Jiang Qiongqiong.
Chen Ying quickly finished the rehearsal, but seeing Jiang Qiongqiong's somewhat confused expression, she began the rehearsal a second time.
This time, she controlled the speed of her punches even more.
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