After each nursing home competition, the list of promotions and eliminations is displayed in the courtyard for everyone to see.

In the promotion list, the prefix before Li Xian's name changed from [D] to [C].

This announced his promotion to C-class in the nursing home, which is already considered mid-level even within the home.

There are over three hundred D-class caretakers, mostly aged between twenty to forty.

Upon reaching C-class, the number sharply reduces to just over forty, with better benefits and tasks that are of squad leader level, offering more advantages.

"You have already learned two fist techniques. Upon this promotion, you may choose a basic martial art. I suggest you choose 'leg technique.'

Li Xian has always been a loner in the manor. Although he earned a promotion in status, no one shared his joy. Instead, he took a copy of the "Clear Wind Leg Technique" and returned to his small dwelling.

Pang Long's words flashed across his mind.

This leg technique was recommended by Pang Long, who also said:

"A martial artist inevitably has strengths and weaknesses, but that's old stuff. As a beginner, you should try more and not limit yourself too early."

"Choosing another fist technique might allow you to leverage your current knowledge, quickly reaching beginner or even mastery level. But it is ultimately just the icing on the cake."

"Switching to a leg technique may be challenging initially, but it offers greater benefits."

Li Xian found this reasoning very sensible.

This "Clear Wind Leg" may be basic martial arts, but it has its unique aspects.

Practicing it not only enhances leg techniques and lower body strength but also significantly boosts foot power!

"I am now a C-class caretaker."

"Patrol shifts have decreased, and I have more rest time. From seven patrols a day, it has been reduced to four. Suddenly, I have three extra hours."

"There's plenty of time now, so learning one more martial art is just right!"

After briefly looking over the Clear Wind Leg manual, Li Xian did not rush to practice immediately.

He first went to the Vegetarian Restaurant to have a "C-class meal" and enjoy the benefits of being a C-class caretaker.

"Old... Li Xian, congratulations."

Wang Chun had just heard about Li Xian's promotion and unexpectedly ran into him in front of the Vegetarian Restaurant. There was an awkward look when he greeted him.

"Hmm, just lucky." Li Xian nodded.

Wang Chun kept his head down and went around to meet up with Zhao Han, Zhuo Yilei, and others.

The three buried their heads in conversation, unaware of what they were discussing. Li Xian merely glanced at them and did not engage further.

"This manor... from top to bottom, is essentially man-eating."

"The three used to resent and hate me. Now that I'm promoted to C-class, their resentment isn't as strong as before."

Li Xian could clearly feel the change in attitude, not only from Zhao Han and the others but also from many D-class caretakers.

The C-class meal includes beef and mutton, with plenty of oil and nutrients—it is all excellent meat for replenishing qi-blood.

Today's dishes were three meats and two vegetables. Martial artists consume a lot of qi-blood, so meat is essential.

After eating his fill, he felt full of energy.

...

The next day.

Li Xian began practicing the Clear Wind Leg; the first step was to imitate the leg chart, practicing like a cat copying a tiger.

Following the leg technique instructions, first, take a large iron basin, fill it with water, and then tie large stone bricks to both feet, stepping on the edge of the basin.

Keep the waist still, using the force of the ankles to rotate the basin, forming a gentle whirlpool of water inside.

The whirlpool should not be too large; on the contrary, the smaller, the better. When the basin spins quickly but the water remains calm, it's time to start learning how to deliver the kick.

"Once the Clear Wind Leg reaches minor achievement, the leg becomes like a gentle breeze, able to walk on grass without leaving a trace, kicking without causing injury, but the damage penetrates the surface to reach the inside."

"I don't know when I can reach the 'Food Essence' First Realm that Commander Pang mentioned. But this clay embryo body is already much stronger than before."

Among many caretakers, many martial arts overlap.

Like the Clear Wind Leg, more than twenty D-class caretakers know it. But most are just from beginner to mastery level.

As long as the basic martial arts are mastered to the "Minor Achievement" realm, one will almost inevitably enter C-class, as the nursing home competitions occur once every month.

Sometimes, if the opponent is slightly weaker and luck is slightly better, one can be promoted. It just takes time to grind it out.

"Commander Pang said... That for C-class caretakers, diligence and self-discipline suffice, but for B-class ones, some talent is needed."

"A martial artist seeks rebirth, washing away the clay embryo. But the process is not easy. Before the age of twenty-seven or eight, if the inner qi cannot accumulate to 'Qi Circulation.' "

"If the inner qi fails to nurture the body, the qi-blood will begin to leak from the gaps, leading to a decline in bodily functions."

"Wanting to reach the 'Food Essence' First Realm will become even more impossible."

"But what is Qi Circulation exactly? Is it the accumulation of inner qi to a certain level?"

Li Xian dismissed distracting thoughts and concentrated on practicing the leg technique.

Two hours quickly passed, and with a "splash," Li Xian fell out of the iron basin. Water splashed out, soaking his clothes.

Getting frustrated, Li Xian took off his shirt. He stood again in the basin, using the torque of his ankles to gradually make the basin spin. As it spun, the whirlpool grew larger and harder to control.

Seeing he was about to fail.

Li Xian suddenly had a flash of insight: "When I carried water before, I knew how to exert force to eliminate the splashing inside the bucket, conserving energy."

"Are these principles the same? It's worth a try, anyway—the clothes are already wet."

He applied his [Water Carrying] skill to the Clear Wind Leg. It worked, the whirlpool gradually shrank, and finally disappeared completely.

[You have mastered the training method for the Clear Wind Leg.]

[Clear Wind Leg]

[Skill Level: 1/500 Beginner]

With the prompt of Life Plate Heavenly Dao Rewards Diligence, a wave of satisfaction surged through Li Xian.

[Skill: Weeding], [Skill: Water Carrying], [Skill: Running: Running], [Skill: Consumption], [Wild Bull Fist], [Four Directions Fist]…

Now, he adds another [Clear Wind Leg].

"Once I fully master all the martial arts I have acquired!"

"I should be able to find a place for myself in this world, without depending on others."

"No matter how good a caretaker, they're still a subordinate. What others give, they can also take back. Only what is truly yours cannot be shaken!"

Li Xian thought silently.

...

The nursing home competition is usually set for the end of the month. Two days after the competition, it was the beginning of October.

On this day.

Li Xian was practicing fist techniques.

Even though he had the [Clear Wind Leg] as a new favorite, the [Four Directions Fist] had not lost its favor.

With a punch, his body lightly shook. A red glow emerged within, a warm current continuously born from the bones of his limbs.

Flowing throughout his body, Li Xian's breathing became fiery, white mist enveloping his face.

[Four Directions Fist]

[Skill Level: 1/5000 Great Success]

[Description: When the fist technique reaches Great Success, energy circulates throughout the body, the body becomes like a furnace, providing endless benefits. Through continuous practice, you have reached Great Success, gradually exploring the true meaning of the Four Directions Fist, and seeing the initial scene of the fist technique...]

Heat surged from his dantian like a flood, roaring incessantly. As his vision changed, he saw a blurred figure.

This is the initial scene of the fist technique, revealing who created this technique and why.

This is a great opportunity; the sight often directly points to the true essence of the fist, surpassing any teacher's teachings!

Based on the figure's posture, it should be a woman...

The woman extended her slender fingers, sketching freely in the air. A stroke to the left, another to the right, and then one up and down.

Then, with a wave of her sleeve, it was over.

Li Xian paused, recalling that Pang Long had mentioned that this Four Directions Fist was created by "the lady." The figure in the initial scene was undoubtedly the lady.

Was it truly possible to create a fist technique just by casually sketching in the air?

It was truly extraordinary, almost godlike.

Lost in his thoughts, a sudden cold wind made him shiver.

Coming back to his senses, he felt inside and found that his inner qi had tripled in his dantian!

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