Although Tang Shan felt sorry for Chen Zhen and Yamada Mitsuko, he had to admit that the current outcome was the best. After all, there was national hatred, and love could only be sacrificed.
Fortunately, Chen Zhen was also a good man who could take it up and let it go. He did not indulge in this relationship.
The next day, Chen Zhen put everything aside and pulled himself together again. She was long gone, but life still had to continue. He still maintained his usual habits, teaching boxing and practicing martial arts.
Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, it was already afternoon.
Around three o'clock, a Wei Nation warrior delivered a white letter. On the envelope was written the words 'To Master Tang Shan'. After receiving the letter, the junior brother guarding the door did not dare to be negligent. He immediately ran into the hall and handed it to Tang Shan.
Tang Shan did not suspect anything and immediately opened the envelope."We pay our respects to Master Tang Shan of the Jing Wu Sect. Today, there is a Japanese martial arts master named Yue Wenfu who has come across the ocean because he admires Chinese martial arts. I heard that Jingwu School is the benchmark of Chinese martial arts. I was lucky enough to see Master Tang's elegant demeanor in Hongkou Square a few days ago. I was itching to learn martial arts. Therefore, I specially sent this letter to invite Master Tang to have a private exchange in front of the tomb of his respected teacher, Mr. Huo Yuanjia. I hope you will be generous with your guidance. Fumio Funakoshi!"
This letter was written in Chinese characters. Between the lines, every stroke was filled with the taste of returning to simplicity. Tang Shan was certain that this letter was written by Funakoshi Fumio. Ordinary people would never be able to write such a letter.
"I didn't expect Funakoshi Bunuo to be so good at Chinese as a Japanese.”After reading the contents of the letter, Tang Shan could not help but sigh.
"Eldest Senior Brother, what does the letter say?" Huo Tingen asked.”
"It's Funakoshi Fumio's letter of challenge," Tang Shan replied.”
"What?! It's him!" Chen Zhen suddenly stood up when he heard Funakoshi Fumio's name.
"Chen Zhen, do you know this person?" asked Huo Tingen.”
Chen Zhen nodded." Funakoshi Fumio is the founder of the Song Tao Style Karate in the Wei Nation. He is also the number one expert in the Wei Nation and the chief instructor of the Wei Nation's Black Dragon Gang. He has a great influence in the Wei Nation's political, military, and martial arts circles.”
Upon hearing Chen Zhen's words, Huo Ting 'en's heart jolted, and his expression turned grave. Obviously, he also realized the weight of this person. He turned to Tang Shan and asked,"" Eldest Senior Brother…"
Before he could finish his sentence, Tang Shan interrupted,""Ting 'en, you don't have to worry. I've heard of this person before. If we're talking about his cultivation level, I'm afraid he's on par with Master. However, this person was already over seventy years old this year. Even if he came with ill intentions, the path of martial arts still emphasized that the fist feared the young, so I was still very confident in defeating him.”
Hearing this, Huo Tingen's serious expression turned into shock.""Eldest Senior Brother, could it be that you have already reached that step?”
"Not bad!" " Yes." Tang Shan nodded and said," Although I dare not say that I have surpassed Master, I can still be considered to have caught up with him."”
" Second Senior Brother," Chen Zhen said with a smile," you still don't know, right? Actually, Eldest Senior Brother has always been hiding his strength. I personally experienced it when I worked with him a few days ago.”
" No wonder…" Huo Ting 'en said with envy,""No wonder when father was alive, he always said that eldest senior brother was a rare martial arts genius. Today, I finally understand the meaning behind it.”
Seeing Huo Tingen's expression, Tang Shan immediately teased,""Don't be envious, kid. Martial arts prodigies are all fake. As long as you are willing to cultivate diligently, you will be able to reach this step sooner or later.”
Alright, with Tang Shan's actions, the firepower was immediately shifted to Chen Zhen.
" I'm still far from that," Chen Zhen said humbly." Eldest Senior Brother, don't flatter me."”
The three brothers bickered for a while and the topic returned to the challenge. Tang Shan said seriously," For this challenge, Funakoshi Fumio chose the location of the challenge in front of Master's tomb. Although I don't know what his intention is, I can roughly guess that he doesn't want to make this matter known to everyone, so there's no need for us to publicize it. Just the two of you come with me, and I'll teach you the Lost Shadow Fist."”
"Yes, sir!"
"Yes, sir!"
Chen Zhen and Huo Ting 'en nodded in agreement.
After that, Tang Shan gave Nong Jinsun some instructions. The three brothers packed up some fruits and sacrificial offerings before rushing to Huo Yuanjia's grave.
An hour later, the three of them arrived at the cemetery. An old man in a kimono was praying in front of the tomb. He said,"Old friend, I originally thought that I would be able to fight with you, but I didn't expect you to die first. It's really a great regret in life, but you're really amazing. You've taught an outstanding disciple, and you can finally rest in peace in the afterlife.”
Tang Shan already knew his identity when he saw him. He immediately said,""This must be Master Chuan Yue, right? Thank you for coming to pay your respects to my master."
He turned to look at Tang Shan and smiled,""That's right, I'm Chuan Yue Wen Fu. Your master Huo Yuanjia is an amazing martial artist, worthy of my worship.”
"Mr. Chuan Yue, you're still able to maintain a pure martial artist's ethics under the current situation. You're also an amazing martial artist." Tang Shan also said politely.”
"Master Tang, you flatter me." After modestly saying that, Funakoshi Fumio continued,""In the past, Master Donoenna Kuan Liang went to China to learn martial arts. After he returned, he founded the Gang-Rou-Ryu Karate. He respected Chinese martial arts very much and once said that Chinese martial arts were broad, profound, and endless. This old man has traveled across the ocean to broaden my horizons. Although your esteemed teacher, Huo Yuanjia, has passed away, he still has a spark left. Therefore, Master Tang, please enlighten me!”
Tang Shan nodded and said," I don't dare to teach you. Just treat it as helping Master Chuan Yue and promoting the exchange of martial arts. However, before helping him, please allow the three of us to pay our respects to my master."”
"It's my duty!" Bunfu nodded. It's my duty!"
Then, the three brothers placed fruits and sacrificial offerings, lit incense and candles, and kowtowed solemnly. It took him about ten minutes to complete the ritual, so it wasn't too complicated.
After the memorial ceremony, the main show was about to begin. Chen Zhen and Huo Ting 'en consciously retreated to the side.
"Alright, let's begin!" Tang Shan stood still and cupped his fists at Funakoshi Fumio.
Funakoshi Fumio also solemnly bowed.
After the ceremony, Tang Shan formally assumed the stance of the Huo Family Style, and the imposing manner of a grandmaster suddenly arose. Funakoshi Fumio also assumed a karate stance. His aura was not inferior to Tang Shan's, and he was even more experienced.
"Ha-"
Suddenly, Tang Shan shouted and attacked first. Although he had the confidence to win, he did not dare to underestimate a veteran grandmaster like Funetsu Fumio, so he decided to strike first.
"What!" Just as Tang Shan's fist was about to explode, Funakoshi Fumio suddenly stopped.
Tang Shan was not annoyed and immediately stopped moving. He had already advanced to the grandmaster level, and his fist technique and fist force were already at his will, so it was not difficult for him.
"Master Chuan Yue, what's going on?" Tang Shan asked as he stopped his fist.”
"I haven't exercised my old bones for a long time. Let me do some warm-up exercises first."”
Alright, although this reason was far-fetched, it still made sense.
A moment later, Funakoshi Fumio finished his warm-up exercises, and the two of them once again got into a stance and confronted each other.
"Ha-"
After a moment of preparation, Tang Shan took the initiative to attack again, directly sending a punch in front of Funetsu Fumio. This punch was like a strong bridge and a strong horse. It was upright and upright, and it had the taste of charging into the enemy's formation. Funakoshi Fumio didn't dare to underestimate him. He crossed his arms in front of his chest in a defensive posture. In a split second, there was a loud thud. Funakoshi Fumio took a few steps back, then he did a backflip with one hand on the ground and stood firmly.
"Whoa! He's so strong!" Facing Tang Shan's powerful punch, Funakoshi Fumio immediately felt the terrifying power contained in it. While he was amazed, he made a clever turn and a roundabout attack and defense strategy.
It had to be said that Funakoshi Fumio, a veteran Grandmaster, had a sharp eye and rich battle experience. Tang Shan could not compare to him in this aspect. However, Tang Shan had his own advantages, which were his youth, endurance, and his strength that was comparable to the world's top boxing champion.
After the first round of testing each other, Tang Shan and Chuan Yue Fumio had their own thoughts.
After confronting each other for a moment, the two of them went up again. This time, Funakoshi no longer confronted Tang Shan head-on. Instead, he used all kinds of karate moves to beat around the bush with Tang Shan. Tang Shan's three martial arts were all at the grandmaster level, and every move and style was at his will. Therefore, when facing Funakoshi Fumio's short and side-handed attacks, he also countered them and broke them.
For a time, the two of them exchanged dozens of moves consecutively and were actually evenly matched.
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