Chapter 19 - Being Recruited (1/2)

Chapter Nineteen - Being Recruited

Xu Yi sat quietly, absorbing the knowledge imparted by Teacher Zhou, as if he was a sponge in water.

Teacher Zhou glanced at Xu Yi and smiled, before he continued. “It is fair to say that techniques are a perfect combination of strength and speed. During the thousands of years of history, masters in Wu Dao have developed exquisite techniques, that would enhance or even surpass the power of strength and speed.”

“What you just mentioned is theoretically true. The strength of one ox is approximately the power of a cultivator at the peak state. In a real fight, however, if you can properly use techniques, then it isn’t impossible to reach three-oxen strength at the same peak state. Perhaps this is a little bit too difficult for you to comprehend. Let me give you an example. Have you ever seen the cargo ships, that pass by our village, in the river? No matter how heavy the goods they carry are, it takes them little effort to load them on or off. Do you know why? It is due to the pulleys, which are installed along the mast. With these pulleys, it’s possible to lift goods that far outweigh its own weight. In this case, techniques in Wu Dao are analogous to these pulleys, they both increase efficiency. In conclusion, strength is the basis while techniques are the tools. A solid basis with advanced tools is the perfect combination!”

A peal of applause burst out following Teacher Zhou’s intelligent remarks.

Xu Yi felt enlightened, as if beholding the sun blazing through the clouded sky. Teacher Zhou must’ve been a master in Wu Dao, or else he wouldn’t be able to spontaneously deliver such a comprehensive speech.

When Xu Yi was about to raise another question, someone else in the classroom stood up. It had become obvious that Teacher Zhou was a kind of pundit in the realm of Wu Dao, hence they all desired to seize this golden opportunity to clear up their doubts regarding Wu Dao.

One after another raised their hands, as if there was a race going on in the classroom. Where originally it seemed like Xu Yi would be able to ask freely, now he had to fight with his classmates to be able to raise his own questions. Within one quarter of an hour, Teacher Zhou had answered all the questions from the other students. Eventually, Teacher Zhou snatched the wine kettle and left the classroom, without saying a word.

Looking at the back of Teacher Zhou, Xu Yi was actually a little bit disappointed, as he was still left with a variety of urgent unanswered questions. He remained in the classroom and started meditating, as a solemn expression covered his face.

Soon, dusk was about to arrive, the leaves of the bamboo trees outside the window were rustling in the wind. Xu Yi suddenly turned around, as he felt a whiff of fresh air coming through the window; he realised that all his classmates had already left.

Xu Yi stood up and was about to leave as well, when someone knocked on the classroom door. The man in plain clothing, who had tested Xu Yi before he was allowed to enter the Lecture Room, entered and smiled at Xu Yi, “Hey brother, I was waiting for you out in the hall, but the other students said that you were still in the classroom.”

“What’s up?” Xu Yi asked, as he was rather curious.

“Don’t worry. I’ve got some good news for you. Oh, by the way, where are you from, I mean, what is your hometown?” The man in plain clothing kept smiling, as if Xu Yi was his friend.

“I can’t wait to hear the good news, please just tell me.” Xu Yi intentionally avoided the hometown question. Even though he looked calm on the outside, he was actually terrified of being recognised.

If Xu Yi revealed his name and hometown, it was like committing suicide, as he thought that the Zhou Family would be ceaselessly searching for him. The Zhou Family was so influential that it’d be easy for them to find Xu Yi, once someone provided them any clues about Xu Yi’s whereabouts.

“Hey, you don’t have to worry. I generally know what happened to you. Elder Mu rescued you three days ago, and you’ve since stayed with his family.” The man in plain clothing said kindly.