Chapter 41: The Power of Tai Chi Revealed! The First Glimpse of an Invincible Path!

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Condition: Create the Taiji Fist from Jin Yong’s universe as mastered by Zhang Sanfeng of Wudang!
Cost: 35,000 Destiny Points!
Proceed with creation?
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That’s quite expensive.
But this isn't some geriatric exercise for health; it is a true martial art capable of "deflecting a thousand pounds with a four-ounce force," combining hardness with softness in a way that packs a lethal punch.
It completely obliterates the "Crane-Capturing Dragon" technique of that little rascal.
Create!
As the book materialized in his hands, Zhuge Lan stomped his foot.
Huo Yuhao’s spirit body was summoned; he took the book straight to the face, and as the light fragments burst and then were absorbed, Huo Yuhao was left mesmerized.
"Control movement with stillness, overcome hardness with softness, deflect a thousand pounds with four ounces, and strike only after the opponent has initiated."
"Brilliant! Simply brilliant!"
Hearing Huo Yuhao’s endless praise, the Skydream Iceworm looked on with suspicion.
Is it really that strong?
Zhuge Lan was willing to spend 1 Destiny Point to infuse the Taiji Fist into the worm, and he made a copy for Electrolux as well.
As a spirit beast, the Skydream Iceworm couldn't immediately grasp the profound nature of the technique.
Electrolux, who had once been a Child of Light in his youth, quickly grasped the core principles.
"Interesting."
"It discerns the principles of force application, exerting minimal effort at the critical node to achieve the maximum result."
"It can even amplify bursts of energy, using one’s own strengths to strike at the opponent’s weaknesses."
"Truly profound."
"However, it places extreme demands on one's perception and experience. Little Yuhao has his spirit detection and psychokinesis, which should help compensate for the lack of experience."
"It is extremely suitable for Little Yuhao; he will surely benefit infinitely from this."
Zhuge Lan gave Electrolux a thumbs up.
A sharp critique.
He then glanced at the Skydream Iceworm, who still looked completely bewildered.
Truly, a wild boar cannot appreciate fine bran.
That is precisely why he wasn't in a rush to awaken the worm's psychokinesis; it probably wouldn't know how to use it anyway.
Zhuge Lan’s attitude was unconcealed.
The Skydream Iceworm instantly flew into a rage!
"What is that look?"
"I am a spirit beast!"
"It’s perfectly reasonable that I can’t figure out something humans invented!"
"Hey! Don't walk away! Explain yourself!"
"Ahhh!"
"Take this! My binding move!!!"
...
Huo Yuhao woke up.

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He saw the Skydream Iceworm tangling itself around Zhuge Lan, clamoring for an explanation.
He couldn't help but look at Electrolux—what was going on with them again?
"It is nothing, just the usual," Electrolux smiled. "Go and try out the Taiji Fist. I am also curious about its practical application. If anyone asks, just say Zhuge gave it to you; they will fill in the blanks themselves."
"Very well, Elder Electrolux."
Huo Yuhao’s primary consciousness returned to his physical body.
The afternoon physical education class had just ended, and Elder Zhuang had finished restoring the trio to their peak state.
Huo Yuhao assumed the opening stance of Taiji and beckoned to Wang Dong.
"Wang Dong, come and attack me. Let's test this."
Wang Dong didn't understand why, but he threw a punch nonetheless.
The wind from the fist was fierce, and there was no telling how much personal frustration he had packed into it.
But that was exactly the effect he wanted.
Huo Yuhao raised his hand to meet the strike, dodging sideways while wrapping his palm around the fist. With his waist and stance aligned, he drew a semicircle with his arm.
Wang Dong felt as if he were being led by an invisible force; his body lurched forward uncontrollably. As he tried to retract his force while off-balance, he was pulled along by another surge of power.
He spun a full 180 degrees on the spot, staggering a few steps away from Huo Yuhao before finally managing to steady himself.
"Huh?" Wang Dong said in surprise. "Deflecting force? Isn't that the essence of the Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique? Again!"
It was another straight punch.
Even though Wang Dong was on guard this time, the scene repeated itself.
Huo Yuhao dodged sideways again, but this time he tapped the inside of Wang Dong’s elbow, forcing him to bend his arm and lose his balance once more, while Huo Yuhao stepped inside to get close to Wang Dong’s chest.
"Boom!"
With a dull thud, Wang Dong went flying.
"Whoosh—"
Wang Dong spread his magnificent wings, stabilized himself in the air, and rubbed his chest, looking at Huo Yuhao with uncertainty.
"What kind of move is that?"
"Hitting you is like hitting a pile of cotton—there’s no resistance, and then I get bitten back! It’s so frustrating!"
Huo Yuhao, having had a small taste of success, looked satisfied.
But speaking of cotton...
He rubbed his own shoulder; it did feel a bit like hitting cotton earlier.
—Wang Dong really needs to work on those pectoral muscles; they aren't firm at all.
"This is Taiji Fist. Brother Lan taught it to me a while ago."
"I only just grasped the basics today, so I can use it for combat."
"It’s just in time for the freshman assessment in a month; it gives me a bit of self-defense capability."
Hearing this, Wang Dong and Xiao Xiao were both speechless.
"A bit" of self-defense capability?
When you use your psychokinesis, you're invincible against anyone below the Third Ring Spirit Venerable level!
So, was this Taiji Fist intended for Fourth Ring Spirit Ancestors?
Elder Zhuang, who had been watching from the sidelines, recalled that terrifying aura from the other day, as well as the academy’s subsequent shift in resources toward Huo Yuhao.
Could it be related to that "Brother Lan"?
Elder Zhuang silently retreated to find Yan Shaozhe.
This was a major matter; he had to report it.
And so...

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The next morning, Huo Yuhao spotted Yan Shaozhe under a large tree.
"Big Brother, you're here."
"It just so happens I’ve accumulated some questions recently; could you help me out?"
"It’s about the fusion of the 'Reign Over the World'..."
...
As a Super Douluo, teaching Huo Yuhao was a simple task for Yan Shaozhe.
Huo Yuhao benefited immensely.
He proactively suggested: "Big Brother, I just learned something new yesterday; since we have time, would you mind sparring with me?"
Yan Shaozhe was very satisfied; this junior brother was quite sensible.
"Then I shall accompany you to warm up."
"Alright, Big Brother, please attack me," Huo Yuhao said. "This Taiji Fist emphasizes striking after the opponent has initiated."
Yan Shaozhe kept this in mind and threw a casual punch.
He, too, experienced what Wang Dong had gone through the day before, finding himself spinning around for no reason.
—Of course, he had suppressed his strength; otherwise, brute force would have easily overwhelmed the technique.
"Interesting, again."
Yan Shaozhe launched a series of attacks, his palms turning into blades that crisscrossed like a meat grinder, or his knees flying in like a hungry tiger pouncing on prey.
Huo Yuhao maintained the rhythm of the Cloud Hands, his seemingly slow movements occasionally catching Yan Shaozhe in the split second before his force fully manifested, rendering him unable to strike, or hitting his weak points to shatter the offensive and turn the momentum against him.
Yan Shaozhe felt completely helpless.
His experience as a Titled Douluo was actually being outperformed by an 11-year-old child?
He wanted to break the stalemate.
He could either use his Spirit Soul or release his own seals.
He chose the latter.
Against attacks of the same rank, Huo Yuhao could handle him with ease.
Against attacks one rank higher, Huo Yuhao used spirit detection and still managed to respond easily.
Against a gap of two ranks, Huo Yuhao began to struggle, needing the assistance of psychokinesis to weaken the force before he could redirect it.
Against the absolute power suppression of three ranks higher, Huo Yuhao used psychokinesis to bolster himself and managed to hold his own for a while!
After a short, intense struggle, Huo Yuhao stepped back and waved his hand.
"It’s no use. The power of a Fourth Ring Spirit Ancestor is too strong; even if I know the weak points, I can’t move you with Taiji Fist alone."
Yan Shaozhe stopped and stood still, his expression complex.
If he didn't know Huo Yuhao’s personality, he would have thought the boy was showing off.
What was he saying!
Surviving while crossing three major ranks is already heaven-defying, and you still want to win?
"Class Monitor, that’s going too far!" Xiao Xiao said sourly. "A First Ring Spirit Master against a Fourth Ring Spirit Ancestor—not being killed on the spot is a testament to my own durability, and you’re still complaining?"
"I’m just stating facts," Huo Yuhao scratched his head. "Besides, Big Brother was only using Spirit Power reinforcement. If he had used spirit skills, I definitely would have admitted defeat much sooner."
"As if you weren't using psychokinesis," Wang Dong muttered, unable to argue. "When school started, I could still keep you in check, but now you’ve completely surpassed me."
Huo Yuhao smiled slightly and said: "..."