The expression on Lin Jiangnian's face was quite interesting!
He had heard from Xu Lan that the princess was at the Second Rank of the Heavenly Profound Realm. Lin Jiangnian hadn't had any idea of this before, until he entered Ruyi Tower and browsed through martial arts manuals. Only then did he begin to understand the current divisions of martial arts realms.
Martial arts in the world are divided into nine grades, with ninth being the second and first being the first.
Being able to reach the ninth level can be considered a small achievement in martial arts, and there is a clear difference between one and ordinary people.
For example, Xu Lan!
Her martial arts skills can be considered as ninth grade, and she has made some progress, but her experience is obviously insufficient. Even though she has reached the ninth grade, she can still be suppressed by Lin Jiangnian due to carelessness.
This means that the division of martial arts realms is not actually strict and cannot be as strict as the hierarchy in the fantasy world of immortal cultivation.
It happens from time to time that a fool defeats a master. Many famous masters will inevitably fall into the hands of villains!
The realm divisions before the fifth rank can only be considered as a rough estimate. Most people in the martial arts world spend their entire lives struggling in it.
Only those who could reach the fifth level of the Wuxiang realm could be considered true masters and gain a place in the martial arts world. A figure of this level, even if not an elder of a certain martial arts sect, could still leave a great reputation in the martial arts world.
Strictly speaking, the fifth rank is the watershed that divides the world of martial arts. Crossing this step is like leaping over the dragon gate; failing to do so condemns one to a life of mediocrity, wasted time lost in the long river of history.
Above the fifth rank, there are the fourth rank Kurong, the third rank Wendao, the second rank Tianxuan, and the first rank Grandmaster.
Each level of martial arts realm means a qualitative leap, and the gap between the two is as huge as a chasm.
The eldest princess was able to enter the second-grade Tianxuan at such a young age and stand among the top masters in the world. No wonder Xu Lan said that she cannot be guessed with ordinary people's thinking.
She is really a monster!
…
But what Lin Jiangnian was more concerned about was... what Zhiyuan mentioned, that the eldest princess also comprehended and understood that breath in just one night?
Same as him?
"you mean……"
Lin Jiangnian looked into her eyes and asked, "My martial arts talent is almost the same as hers?"
Zhiyuan collected her thoughts and shook her head gently, "I dare not conclude... but the fact that Your Highness was able to master 'Qi' in just one night is enough to prove that Your Highness has a very high level of understanding in martial arts."
"If Your Highness studies diligently and practices diligently, you will surely be among the world's top masters in due time!"
Lin Jiangnian's eyes were slightly heated, and he raised his eyebrows: "Then tell me, can this prince compare to that princess?"
The kite was silent.
"Why don't you speak?"
Zhiyuan remained silent for a moment before speaking, "The eldest princess has been practicing swordsmanship since she was young. She started practicing martial arts at the age of three and held a sword at the age of five. It's been fifteen years now..."
"This swordsmanship master has devoted his entire life to the cultivation of countless resources, coupled with his once-in-a-century martial arts talent, to achieve his current achievements."
She didn't continue.
But Lin Jiangnian understood.
With extraordinary talent and guidance from famous teachers, it took him fifteen years to achieve his current achievements.
Lin Jiangnian is just an ordinary person who is powerless now. How can he catch up with others?
Isn't this a dream?
Realizing this, Lin Jiangnian narrowed his eyes: "Are you making a sarcastic remark about me?"
"No."
Zhiyuan's eyes remained calm as she said calmly, "I just want to tell Your Highness not to be too ambitious."
"A man should have ideals."
Lin Jiangnian looked at me with a playful look, "If this prince wants to do something, he must do it to the best of his ability!"
"This prince, naturally, wants to be number one in the world!"
“…”
silence.
The surroundings became eerily quiet.
The kite remained silent.
Lin Jiangnian's eyes were calm yet tinged with a hint of rebelliousness.
The two looked at each other in silence.
The best in the world?
Of course, it was just Lin Jiangnian's boast.
He doesn't have such big ideals, but... it's different as the Prince of Lin!
As a pampered prince who is eager for quick success and wants to become a martial arts master without any effort, it is natural and reasonable for him to dream of becoming the best in the world.
Zhiyuan's silence was also expected.
After a brief silence, she said, "Then I wish Your Highness a speedy and glorious ascension to the throne."
Although her tone was calm, Lin Jiangnian seemed to hear a hint of... disdain in her tone?
Obviously, it's not what he said.
However, Lin Jiangnian didn't care. Zhiyuan's opinion was not important to him. What was important was that Lin Jiangnian needed a reasonable reason to cover up his behavior.
It is only natural for a lazy and arrogant prince to speak wildly.
Just as Lin Jiangnian was about to get up and leave, Zhiyuan, who had been silent for a moment, suddenly looked up at him and said, "Your Highness, although your mental skills have shown some success, if you want to learn real kung fu, you still need to start from the most basic martial arts."
Lin Jiangnian paused: "What do you mean?"
Zhiyuan stared at Lin Jiangnian quietly, paused, and finally spoke: "Martial arts in the world are divided into internal and external. The external school trains the body, and the internal school trains the mind. But from ancient times to the present, if you want to truly achieve something, both are indispensable..."
"Your Highness, if you want to be the best in the world, besides practicing the Xuanyang Heart Method internally, you must also practice external training on your muscles and bones. In martial arts, the most important thing is the foundation..."
Lin Jiangnian understood.
The mental method is certainly important, but if you want to become a true master, you cannot do without a strong physique and a solid foundation in martial arts.
When practicing martial arts, the most important thing is to practice.
The prerequisite for all martial arts training is the foundation of martial arts.
That is... basic skills!
"so……"
Lin Jiangnian raised his eyes to look at Zhiyuan, but saw that Zhiyuan's eyes were calm and she was staring at Lin Jiangnian quietly: "This servant has prepared everything for Your Highness. As for the choice, it is up to Your Highness!"
He looked calm, as if he didn't care about Lin Jiangnian's choice.
"lead the way!"
Lin Jiangnian waved his hand without much thought and made up his mind.
"This prince, I want to become the best man in the world!"
“…”
Palace.
The backyard of the inner palace.
An hour later.
It’s unclear whether he can become the best man in the world, but Lin Jiangnian feels like he is going to die!
sore!
I feel weak all over!
Lin Jiangnian fell to the ground, looking embarrassed and gasping for breath.
He overestimated himself and underestimated the difficulty of practicing martial arts!
In the past, we knew that those who could become peerless masters had worked hard and diligently, and finally achieved their goals. However, those hard work and diligence were often glossed over. Without experiencing it firsthand, it is difficult to imagine how painful and difficult it was.
An hour ago.
Zhiyuan brought Lin Jiangnian to the backyard, and began Lin Jiangnian's first step in martial arts training. There was no one else in the backyard, so Zhiyuan became Lin Jiangnian's instructor.
Lin Jiangnian had no martial arts foundation, and his physical condition was almost exactly the same as that of the real Prince Lin.
Of course, maybe my physical condition will be a little better.
But not much!
So, everything has to start over again.
The foundation of martial arts training naturally starts with the waist, legs, and arms, and progresses to the point where the waist and horse become one. However, this was still a long way off for Lin Jiangnian, who had no foundation whatsoever.
Zhiyuan seemed to be very familiar with Lin Jiangnian's physical condition, so the first lesson today did not teach him anything, but started from the first lesson that everyone who learns martial arts must go through.
Take a horse stance and stand still!
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I went to the hospital again today and came back a little late. I am still writing and will try to make up for the chapters I owe as soon as possible. Sorry!