[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-starting-to-gain-experience-from-push-ups":3,"chapter-starting-to-gain-experience-from-push-ups-starting-to-gain-experience-from-push-ups-chapter-73":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Starting to Gain Experience from Push-Ups",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},231448,282,"Chapter 73 - 71: Each Has Their Own Trick","starting-to-gain-experience-from-push-ups-chapter-73",73,"\u003Cp>Facing a group of highly revered elders in Jianghu, Fang Cheng’s expression remained calm as he raised his fists, adopting a fighting stance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His words were still mild and polite, but his aura suddenly became completely different, exuding a sharp and aggressive edge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This edge was like a blade unsheathed, causing those who faced it to feel goosebumps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without experiencing countless real fights and battles for life and death, one could not imagine emanating such a formidable aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Cheng himself was unaware of this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scene, however, turned quiet, as everyone just stared at him dumbfounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one responded to the challenge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An awkward silence followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, Fang Cheng’s wish for actual combat and exchange with the martial arts elders didn’t come to fruition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, there was no reasoning in a young man beating up an elder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Wu Datong and Ma Donghe facilitating a resolution,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>five old comrades, though reluctantly, agreed to show the ignorant youngster their unique skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first to step up was Wu Dewang from the White Crane Sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He arranged beer bottles as Mei Hua Stumps and then leapt, landing with a single foot precisely on the narrow bottle top.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He first struck a \"White Crane Showing Wings\" pose, then seamlessly moved on the beer bottles, fluently performing a series of White Crane Boxing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such astonishing balance drew an impressed look from Fang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next were two elders, proficient in Eagle Claw Skill and Xingyi Boxing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One demonstrated the skill of crushing walnuts and cups with just finger strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other showed the \"spear energy\" of Xingyi Boxing, punching and splitting a hanging brick in midair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially the latter, whose punch traveled straight like a spear, not only hitting the target but also continuing to press and penetrate a distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This method of delivering force was similar to the Penetration emphasized in Boxing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One was hitting a heavy sandbag, while the other was hitting a lighter, unsupported hanging brick.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The latter was evidently more skilled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Considering their ages, it was even more worthy of respect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They truly possessed authentic Kung Fu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Fang Cheng was still somewhat dissatisfied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Skill is skill, but in the face of absolute strength, it’s all insignificant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother Dong, what are you doing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother Dong, don’t be impulsive!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he pondered, a burst of commotion suddenly arose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The previously more aggressive elder walked to the stone table in the middle of the yard, assuming a stable stance as if preparing to demonstrate a special move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other elders tried to dissuade him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look at this kid’s expression; if we don’t show him some real Kung Fu, he’ll think our Martial Arts Research Association is all talk and no substance!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dong Yunchuan finished speaking, his face flushed red, his palms reached out to cradle the kettle on the table, appearing to be channeling energy with effort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gradually, visible white smoke began to rise from his hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then smoke started emanating from his shoulders and the top of his head too, his entire body appearing like a steaming basket, producing a miraculous sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not even a minute passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The kettle held in his hands began to show abnormalities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The water inside started boiling again, bubbling up and forcing the kettle lid to jump and flap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Cheng’s pupils contracted slightly in disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was able to witness a scene in reality that one would only expect in martial arts films, where internal strength is displayed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was no longer a simple physical strength, but perhaps involved another level...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother Yunchuan, it seems your inner strength has increased?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ma Jianguo opened his mouth to speak, also appearing somewhat surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hehe, I’ve indeed had some new insights recently.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dong Yunchuan stood up after finishing his display, catching his breath for a moment, wiping the profuse sweat off his forehead, looking particularly pleased with himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, glancing sideways at Fang Cheng, who also had an expression of surprise:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young man, let me tell you, the old ginger is hotter than the fresh. You shouldn’t be too arrogant as a young person; know that there is always someone better.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ma Jianguo did not take his turn to demonstrate; this show of skill was enough to impress any newcomer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He then said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young brother, we as elders have already demonstrated our skills, isn’t it time for you to show something?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Datong approached at this moment, whispering:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother Ma thinks highly of you, while the other few old men are rather proud. You’d best give it your all to impress everyone at once.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All out, huh?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Cheng nodded at this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought about his most visibly impressive trick, which should be the \"Iron Fist\" effect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since everyone present was a martial arts expert, there was no need to hide his skills any further and invite disdain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To tell the truth, Fang Cheng had long wanted to see the effect of his full-force punch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He then walked into the courtyard, in front of a small ornamental rockery.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lifting his arms, he steadied himself into a stance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took a deep breath, his gaze sharpened, ready to throw a punch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, power surged from the soles of his feet, through his core in his waist and abdomen, through his torso, and coordinated between his shoulders, elbows, and wrists.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The muscles and joints throughout his body seemed to twist and lock in place in a split second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a sound as crisp as firecrackers, Fang Cheng’s right arm muscles surged, expanding a full size.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A straightforward and crisp Straight Punch was thrown out suddenly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fist of flesh and blood hit the rockery, instantly causing pebbles to scatter and dazzle the eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The onlookers couldn’t help but raise their hands to shield their faces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they opened their eyes again, there was an expression of utter astonishment on their faces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uh—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That rockery made of limestone had its top jagged, missing half its height.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if... it had just been hit hard by a large iron hammer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Fang Cheng retracted his punch, stood solidly, and waited for judgement from the gathering of martial arts seniors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Datong’s eyes shimmered with a peculiar excitement as he murmured to himself:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I wonder how the power of this punch compares to Senior Brother Dong’s palm technique?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Dong Yunchuan couldn’t help but give Wu Datong a sharp glare, yet he had no retort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others also gradually came back to their senses, and a buzz of discussion ensued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young man, did you already learn Qigong?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, without the internal strength amplification of Qigong, how could your punch be so powerful?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What Qigong? I think he has innate divine strength and doesn’t even know the basic Breathing Technique.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qigong?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this word, Fang Cheng suddenly became interested.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Scenes from his past life memories flashed across his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Remote object retrieval, Qigong curing cancer, placing a pot on one’s head to receive cosmic messages...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the midst of his wild fantasies, Ma Jianguo coughed to interrupt the noisy discussions of the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at Fang Cheng with bright, piercing eyes, and spoke very earnestly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fang Cheng, with your understanding of Martial Arts, you are fully qualified to be one of us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I now officially invite you to join the Martial Arts Research Association as the president. Are you willing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a moment’s thought, Fang Cheng replied:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am willing, senior. But can I also learn the Qigong that you spoke of?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Fang Cheng’s affirmative response, Ma Jianguo smiled warmly and said affectionately:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The purpose of our founding the association is to explore the mysteries of Martial Arts together and mentor talented young martial artists...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next came the celebration of the new member’s induction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group of old-timers immediately busied themselves with glee, killing chickens and scraping fish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were preparing to cook the feast with their own hands, to have a genuine countryside feast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaving just two idle men standing in place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ma Donghe, with his arms dangling, sauntered over to Fang Cheng and whispered sneakily:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t let them fool you. Qigong is real indeed, but it’s not as powerful as you think.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That old man Dong’s move just now might seem scary, but it’s all for show with no real use.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"After using his skill, he needs at least two months of recovery, during which he can’t make any moves, learning this stuff is just a waste of time, and it might even leave himself weak and lethargic...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Fang Cheng asked in mild surprise:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have no money or power; what use would deceiving me do?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you have people?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ma Donghe responded with a secretive smile.\u003C\u002Fp>",1457,"2026-05-29T15:13:17.897Z","2026-06-01T04:29:35.325Z",1,"novelbin.me","7764fbc61ad7b4eda0571704e1567390174c5d53fff698e0745f6eca5370b049","starting-to-gain-experience-from-push-ups-chapter-74","starting-to-gain-experience-from-push-ups-chapter-72",1278,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fstarting-to-gain-experience-from-push-ups-cover.jpg"]