Chapter 812: Excited Xue Zhenyang

"That's wonderful..."

Upon hearing Sun Qiang say that the teacher was fine, Zheng Yang breathed a sigh of relief. He quickly nodded and, filled with excitement, turned to look outside. "Come in!"

"Yes, sir!"

At his words, a young man entered from outside, holding a long spear. His aura was concentrated, like a sharp sword piercing through the air. He was around thirty years old, with a sculpted face that exuded a sense of firmness and resolve.

"Uncle Qiang, Wang Ying, Liu Yang, this is my new student!" Zheng Yang introduced him to the others.

"Student Xue Zhenyang greets everyone!" The young man clasped his fist in greeting.

"Xue Zhenyang? Your cultivation... seems quite a bit stronger than Zheng Yang's, doesn't it? Why would you want to take him as your teacher?" Sun Qiang frowned. Although he couldn't discern the exact extent of the other's cultivation, it was definitely superior to Zheng Yang's. Why would such a powerful individual seek instruction from a mere teenager?

"Knowledge comes first, specialization second. Although my cultivation is stronger than Teacher Zheng's, my understanding of spear techniques is far inferior. It is my honor to learn from him!" Xue Zhenyang said with a respectful expression.

This Xue Zhenyang was none other than the president of the True Yang Society at the Master Teacher Academy, the very person who wished to challenge Zhang Xuan. He had been determined to cultivate the Fallen Leaves Spear Art to the tenth level and leave the academy for practical experience when he coincidentally witnessed Zheng Yang demonstrating his spear techniques. Although Zheng Yang's cultivation was far beneath his own, his comprehension of spear arts had reached the state of 'man and spear as one,' making its power astonishing. After a brief conversation, he discovered that Zheng Yang's understanding of spear arts had advanced to a level of profound simplicity, directly pointing to the Great Dao itself. This made him unable to resist the urge to learn from him. It was foreseeable that with diligent study, it wouldn't take long for him to fully grasp the tenth level of the Fallen Leaves Spear Art, sweep aside Zhang Xuan, and restore the True Yang Society's prestige!

For a Master Teacher, learning from someone with lower cultivation was not a disgrace; on the contrary, it was a long-standing tradition. Even Confucius once learned from individuals weaker than himself. For Master Teachers, it is understood that a student need not be inferior to their teacher, nor a teacher necessarily superior to their student. Knowledge comes first, and specialization second; that is all.

"That's true!" Sun Qiang nodded. As a butler to a Master Teacher—and with his young master also being one—Sun Qiang understood the reverence for the path of teaching in this world. Anyone who possesses a superior skill can be a teacher. Given that Zheng Yang had received personal instruction from his young master, teaching some unknown individual was probably no big deal.

"Alright, everyone, you don't need to look for a residence these next few days; continue with your cultivation. Zheng Yang, if you want to teach him spear techniques, that's fine too. I'll report it to the young master for you then!" Seeing that the fellow was genuinely sincere in wanting to become a disciple, Sun Qiang said no more.

"Mm!" Zheng Yang nodded, glancing at Xue Zhenyang. "For the next few days, study diligently with me. Once you've learned well, I'll take you to see my teacher. His understanding of spear techniques is ten times greater than mine! Don't embarrass me then!" As he spoke, a look of adoration appeared in Zheng Yang's eyes.

"Teacher, rest assured, I will work hard and not disappoint Grand-Teacher!" Xue Zhenyang nodded, his heart equally filled with excitement. No wonder he had always heard that true masters could be found among the common people. To casually encounter someone with such formidable spear skills, and then to learn that they had a teacher ten times more powerful... Learning from them, breaking through to the tenth level of the Fallen Flowers Spear Art would undoubtedly be easy. In fact, he might even reach greater heights! When the time came, he would definitely defeat Zhang Xuan thoroughly, letting him know... who the true king of spear arts was!

"Alright, I'll spar with Senior Aunt Wang Ying now. Take this chance to observe my application of spear techniques!" Zheng Yang drew his long spear and looked at them.

The transmission of martial arts involves not just moves and comprehension, but most importantly, actual combat. Only through combat can the techniques and abilities of martial arts be fully displayed, allowing for deeper understanding.

"Excellent!" Xue Zhenyang's eyes shone.

"Wang Ying, if you please..." With a raised eyebrow, he extended his long spear and gave it a slight flick, producing a sharp ringing sound, then thrust it straight towards Wang Ying, who was not far away.

The brother and sister often sparred, so they were intimately familiar with each other's moves and strengths. Seeing the spear thrust, Wang Ying smiled lightly, her feet shifting. Her entire body moved like a phantom, evading the spear's tip, then she kicked directly at the spearhead. Her leg flashed like lightning. Wang Ying moved like a butterfly dancing among flowers; though performing martial arts, she exuded an unusual, captivating beauty.

"What incredible movement technique, what amazing leg skills..." Xue Zhenyang's pupils constricted, and his body involuntarily trembled slightly. This Senior Aunt Wang Ying, despite her cultivation being far inferior to his, possessed an understanding of movement and leg techniques that even the martial arts teachers at the academy couldn't match. Even his own teacher, Dean Xu Changqing of the Martial Arts Academy, seemed unable to execute such simple yet flawless, profound moves that pointed directly to the Great Dao.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh! Soon, their spar concluded, leaving Xue Zhenyang utterly captivated. Whether it was the spear techniques, movement techniques, or leg skills, they all profoundly astonished and impressed him.

"Zheng Yang, since you've taken a student, how about I spar with you too?" Seeing Zheng Yang retract his spear, Liu Yang, who was standing to the side, chuckled. They were all young, with youthful spirits, and seeing their companion take a student made them all itching to join in.

"Alright!" Zheng Yang wasted no words. His long spear, like a coiling serpent, thrust towards Liu Yang once more.

Xue Zhenyang hastily looked at Senior Uncle Liu Yang. This Senior Uncle wasn't particularly fast, nor were his leg techniques formidable; it seemed he wasn't proficient in leg skills. However, his fists were like weapons. Before Teacher Zheng Yang's attacks even reached him, he could judge them and use his fist strength to deflect the spear's aura. His fist winds roared, and true qi surged forth from his acupoints, sounding like a dragon's roar and a tiger's growl.

"What powerful fist techniques... At the same cultivation level, even Yuan Gang, who specializes in fist arts, probably wouldn't last a single punch..." Xue Zhenyang's body stiffened with excitement. He had initially thought that it would take an unknown amount of time on this journey to grasp the true essence of spear arts and comprehend higher-level martial techniques. He never dreamed that after just one day, he would encounter so many extraordinary individuals. His newly recognized teacher and these two senior uncles, though not as strong as he was, possessed an understanding of martial arts that far surpassed many Master Teachers in the academy. They were even more formidable than some elders! Incredible!

Soon, the teacher and Senior Uncle Liu Yang finished their spar. They exchanged a smile and turned to Xue Zhenyang, who was not far away. "How was it? Did you gain any insights?"

"Teacher, Senior Aunt, Senior Uncle, I... have a request. I wonder if it's possible?" Taking a deep breath to suppress his excited state, Xue Zhenyang respectfully clasped his fist.

"Oh?" Seeing him so solemn, everyone looked over.

"Well, I've established an organization, and many of my subordinates also have high achievements and a deep interest in martial arts. Teacher and Senior Aunt/Uncle, would it be possible for you to teach them a few lessons... to impart some martial arts techniques to them?" Xue Zhenyang hastily said.

"Teach classes?" Wang Ying, Zheng Yang, and the others exchanged glances. "We aren't Master Teachers; how can we teach classes?" Teaching classes was generally done by Master Teachers. Although their understanding of martial arts was profound, they didn't hold that profession. Giving lessons to others... might be a bit presumptuous, wouldn't it?

"Although you aren't Master Teachers, your understanding of martial arts is something many Master Teachers cannot achieve. As long as the three of you go and instruct them, I can have them pay tuition fees..." Xue Zhenyang said after a slight hesitation. If he could invite these three to explain martial arts, his subordinates would undoubtedly make rapid progress, and the True Yang Society would become the top society in the academy, which would be just around the corner! The humiliation brought by Zhang Xuan could also be completely wiped clean!

"Pay tuition fees? How much could you pay?" Before Wang Ying and the others could speak, Sun Qiang, standing to the side, already had his eyes sparkling. Only those who manage a household understand the cost of living. He was responsible for everyone's daily needs and knew the importance of money. The spirit stones the young master currently earned weren't even enough for his own cultivation, let alone supporting all of them. If Wang Ying and the others could seize this opportunity to earn some money, the young master would surely be delighted, and it would just happen to solve their current financial difficulties.

"Well... I'll have them each pay one hundred mid-grade spirit stones. I have... over five hundred subordinates, so fifty thousand mid-grade spirit stones should be attainable..." Xue Zhenyang said. The True Yang Society was a well-known major society in the academy, with over two thousand subordinates, but only about five hundred of them were likely suitable for the martial arts taught by these three.

"Five hundred people? One hundred each?" Sun Qiang's eyes lit up. "That would instantly amount to over fifty thousand mid-grade spirit stones."

"How about this: two hundred spirit stones per person? I'll have them not only impart martial arts techniques but also explain the fundamentals of cultivation. Rest assured, their explanation of the basics and their understanding of cultivation will absolutely be worth more than the price!" Sun Qiang said after a moment of hesitation.

"Cultivation fundamentals?" Xue Zhenyang was stunned.

"Indeed. Wang Ying, tell him a few words first, about the cultivation method for the Longevity realm!" Sun Qiang turned and said.

"Yes, sir!" Wang Ying nodded, thought for a moment, then parted her delicate lips and began to speak slowly. The Longevity realm was the first stage of the Mortal realm, forming the foundation of all Mortal cultivation. Improper cultivation at this stage would not only slow future progress but also limit one's ultimate achievements. Although Wang Ying hadn't read many books, her initial exposure was to the simplified Heavenly Dao cultivation technique, and with Zhang Xuan's personal instruction and guidance, her understanding of this level was truly astonishing.

After hearing just a few sentences, Xue Zhenyang became so excited that he almost twitched, unable to control himself. This method of cultivation, progressing from simple to profound, was far superior not only to his own understanding but even to that of the academy's most skilled lecturers! It could be said that this cultivation method directly pointed to the Great Dao, addressing the core of cultivation. A few sentences were enough to grant immense benefits, making it hard to control one's excitement.

"This is incredible! If... my members hear this explanation, even those who didn't lay a solid foundation before will surely solidify it and advance their cultivation more rapidly!" The more he thought about it, the more excited he became, looking at Wang Ying and the others as if they were a treasure mountain. Although he didn't know what kind of Master Teacher could train such formidable students, he knew... he had definitely struck it rich this time! If he could get them to teach classes, it was foreseeable that the members of the True Yang Society would not only greatly improve their martial arts but also significantly advance their cultivation. At that point... there would surely be a continuous stream of students begging to join the True Yang Society! Crushing Zhang Xuan and avenging past humiliation would be within reach!

"Haha, Zhang Xuan, what will you fight me with?" His eyes gleaming, as if he saw the glorious future of the True Yang Society, Xue Zhenyang inwardly let out a cry of excitement, feeling as though he was about to burst. Deep confidence radiated from his dark eyes!