After checking on Liu Ruyan and finding that she had merely fainted from the sudden surge of energy in her dantian and was otherwise unharmed, Xiao Yunlong breathed a sigh of relief.
However, he was also quite perplexed. The silver-white ball of energy that erupted from Liu Ruyan's dantian earlier was incredibly overbearing, directly repelling the internal energy he had transferred.
Xiao Yunlong could sense that this energy was not only overbearing but also remarkably advanced and powerful.
"Why does Liu Ruyan possess such peculiar energy within her?" Xiao Yunlong frowned, deeply puzzled.
Looking at the still unconscious Liu Ruyan, Xiao Yunlong laid her down, checked again to ensure there were no other abnormalities, and then stood up, pacing to the window, lost in thought.
From the situation just now, Xiao Yunlong concluded that he likely couldn't transfer internal energy to her again. After all, the peculiar silver energy ball within Liu Ruyan was too overbearing and powerful. If he were to force it again, he couldn't guarantee what harm it might cause to Ruyan.
"Since internal energy cannot be guided into her dantian, the circulation of the Heavenly Cycle isn't complete. Without the circulation of internal energy, it's all for naught. Unless..."
As Xiao Yunlong pondered, a possibility suddenly struck him: unless Liu Ruyan could independently comprehend the peculiar energy in her dantian and gradually learn to utilize it. If she could do so, she would directly advance to the level of a minor Grandmaster of Internal Strength.
Moreover, given the immense power of that peculiar energy, if Liu Ruyan could truly control and operate it, her strength would likely become formidable in an instant.
Of course, Xiao Yunlong also knew that even sensing this peculiar energy, let alone controlling and using it, was incredibly difficult.
"Never mind, I'll wait for her to wake up. However, judging from the Heavenly Cycle circulation just now, Ruyan's martial arts talent is indeed not weak. She can be considered a prodigy!"
Xiao Yunlong chuckled to himself, glanced at Liu Ruyan, and then turned to leave.
In the courtyard, Jun Bufan was still sitting under the pavilion, appearing somewhat reserved. Xiao Yunlong walked straight towards him.
Jun Bufan immediately stood up and said, "Mr. Xiao, are you finished?"
Xiao Yunlong nodded and replied, "Let's begin, I'll start teaching you martial arts."
"Now?" Jun Bufan was taken aback.
"Of course, now. Haven't you prepared yourself yet?" Xiao Yunlong retorted.
"It's not that, Mr. Xiao. I am, of course, ready at any time. I just didn't expect it to be so soon. I thought you might test me first."
Jun Bufan said with a hint of disbelief. After all, in the martial world, there were many rules for teaching martial arts, often involving a complete set of assessments beforehand.
"Since I trust you, there's no need for these so-called rules!"
Xiao Yunlong smiled faintly and then said, "Now, attack me with all your might. Unleash your most powerful techniques!"
Since he hadn't seen Jun Bufan fight before, he naturally needed to gauge his general capabilities before giving guidance.
Jun Bufan nodded, lightly tapped his foot, and the next moment, he was like a whirlwind, charging at Xiao Yunlong with a clenched fist.
Xiao Yunlong immediately recognized that Jun Bufan's internal energy was quite substantial. It appeared he had broken through to the Internal Strength level years ago.
Although there was still a considerable gap between him and Xiao Yunlong, Jun Bufan's martial arts talent was not bad among the younger generation. After all, he was only around twenty-two years old and about to graduate from university.
Despite Jun Bufan unleashing his full arsenal of attacks, he couldn't even touch Xiao Yunlong's clothes. Every time it seemed he was about to land a blow, Xiao Yunlong would subtly shift his body and evade.
Jun Bufan was performing a set of Bagua Swimming Dragon Palms. The palm techniques were elegant and unrestrained, appearing very agile, which suited his personality. His master, Old Bai, had not erred in teaching him this set of palm techniques.
However, Xiao Yunlong quickly identified the issue. Jun Bufan hadn't truly grasped the essence of this palm technique, and there were flaws and deviations in many places.
If he didn't correct these and fully master the essence of this palm technique, he would be unable to cultivate his internal energy to a divine level. In other words, it would be very difficult for him to reach the level of a Grandmaster of Transformation.
Xiao Yunlong also realized that this wasn't due to Jun Bufan's lack of talent, but rather the limited teaching and explanatory ability of his master. It wasn't surprising that his master, Old Bai, had said last night that he had nothing more to teach, which was why he decided to leave.
"That's enough!" Xiao Yunlong said faintly upon seeing this.
Jun Bufan finally stopped, but he was already drenched in sweat and panting heavily.
"Come with me. Rest for a while, and I'll point out your current issues later!" Xiao Yunlong beckoned and walked towards the pavilion.
Jun Bufan hurried to follow, and Xiao Yunlong sat down to enjoy some tea.
Seeing that the other person had recovered sufficiently, Xiao Yunlong began to explain unhurriedly. Jun Bufan listened intently. Initially, his brow was furrowed, but eventually, he gained some understanding, and the tight knot in his brow slowly relaxed.
"Watch carefully, I will only demonstrate it once!"
After saying this, Xiao Yunlong leaped up and began performing the Bagua Swimming Dragon Palms within the pavilion.
Strangely enough, Xiao Yunlong hadn't learned this set of palm techniques before, but after watching Jun Bufan's demonstration just once, he had completely memorized it.
Not only that, but Xiao Yunlong had also fully grasped the essence of this palm technique. When he performed it, it was even more graceful and agile, and its power was far greater than Jun Bufan's.
Jun Bufan was stunned on the spot, staring with wide, unblinking eyes, his expression one of utter shock.
He could clearly see that the Bagua Swimming Dragon Palms that Mr. Xiao was currently demonstrating were far superior to even what his master could do.
"So, this is the true meaning of Bagua Swimming Dragon Palms. The footwork follows the eight trigrams, and the palm techniques are as agile as a swimming dragon. The essence of this palm technique, I have finally truly mastered!" Jun Bufan exclaimed inwardly.
After Xiao Yunlong finished his demonstration, he stopped and noticed that Jun Bufan was standing still, lost in thought. He didn't disturb him, returning to the pavilion to sit and continue drinking tea.
After about the time it takes to drink half a cup of tea, Jun Bufan suddenly leaped up and began performing the Bagua Swimming Dragon Palms again. Although his speed wasn't as fast as before, it was more agile, and his power was even greater.
As he was about to finish his performance, Jun Bufan suddenly noticed a faint white glow appearing in the palm of his hand. This filled him with immense joy.
"Qi energy leaving the body! This is a sign of Qi energy leaving the body. I have reached the Grandmaster of Transformation level! I have finally broken through to the Grandmaster of Transformation!" Jun Bufan shouted uncontrollably, his heart filled with joy.
Xiao Yunlong smiled faintly and said, "This is merely a sign of leaving the body. In other words, you've only taken half a step in. You've merely touched the threshold of Transformation, not truly become a Grandmaster."
Upon hearing this, Jun Bufan calmed down and quickly walked up to Xiao Yunlong, cupping his hands in a bow. "Thank you, Mr. Xiao, for your guidance. Your instruction this time is worth more than ten or twenty years of my own hard practice. Without you, I fear I would never have had hope of reaching the Grandmaster of Transformation level!"
Xiao Yunlong did not stop him and accepted his bow.
Because Jun Bufan was not wrong. Without his guidance this time, even if Jun Bufan were to break through to the Grandmaster of Transformation level in the future, it would likely be ten or twenty years later, unless he had other fortunate encounters.
This time, although he had only touched the threshold, Xiao Yunlong believed that Jun Bufan should be able to become a true Grandmaster of Transformation within half a year.
"You can go back now and digest and comprehend what you've learned," Xiao Yunlong waved his hand.
"Yes, Mr. Xiao. Thank you again for your guidance!" Jun Bufan bowed once more, then turned and left.
At this moment, Liu Hongguo slowly walked over from the side corridor. Looking at Jun Bufan's retreating figure, he couldn't help but say, "Mr. Xiao, regarding the Jun family incident last night, there were a total of five lives lost. Although they deserved their fate, they were still... Aren't you afraid of the repercussions?"
Before he could finish, Xiao Yunlong waved his hand and chuckled, "Since I dared to use him, I naturally have no such worries. I possess the necessary perspective, magnanimity, and methods!"
Liu Hongguo chuckled wryly, "It is I who has been narrow-minded. I believe that when this young man from the Jun family learns of your identity in the future, he will understand how foolish and naive the previous Jun family affair was."
Xiao Yunlong suddenly remembered something and asked, "By the way, Old Master Liu, do you know anything else about Ruyan's background?"
After all, the silver energy that appeared in Liu Ruyan's dantian was too peculiar and powerful. Xiao Yunlong suspected it might be related to her background.
Liu Hongguo furrowed his graying eyebrows and pondered for a long time before shaking his head. "Nothing specific. However... I seem to recall that when Ruyan was adopted, she seemed to have half a jade pendant on her. I imagine this might be related to her origins."
"Where is that half jade pendant now?" Xiao Yunlong asked.
"Ruyan keeps it herself. You can ask her privately when you have the chance," Liu Hongguo replied.
Xiao Yunlong nodded slightly, and at that moment, his phone suddenly rang.
The call was from Liang Youming, the director of the Inspection Bureau. As soon as he answered, Liang Youming said, "Mr. Xiao, something has happened again!"
"What has happened?" Xiao Yunlong raised an eyebrow.
"It's like this, Mr. Xiao. Last night, you asked me to handle the aftermath at Weiyang Road. Bai Zhenwei was, after all, the Director of General Affairs for the City Defense Bureau. As soon as the news of his death broke, and given that he was murdered, it immediately caused a stir within the City Defense Bureau. The Director of the City Defense Bureau was furious and sent special personnel to my Inspection Bureau this morning to inquire about the matter."
Liang Youming said with a wry smile, then continued, "Too many people saw what happened last night, and the City Defense Bureau knew it was you, Mr. Xiao. Therefore, I couldn't shirk responsibility, but given your status, I couldn't publicly disclose it without authorization, so..."
"What does the Director of the City Defense Bureau want?" Xiao Yunlong interrupted.
"Originally, the City Defense Bureau wanted to dispatch strong individuals directly. But I spoke with the Director just now, telling him that your status is extraordinary and he shouldn't act rashly. In the end, the Director ordered me to personally bring you to the City Defense Bureau. What are your thoughts on this, Mr. Xiao?"
Liang Youming's voice grew softer as he spoke, clearly lacking confidence. However, caught between two important figures, he truly found himself in a difficult position.
Xiao Yunlong smiled, a cold smile. "A mere Director of the City Defense Bureau wants me to go see him? He doesn't have the qualifications. Tell him that he must come to the Liu Family Manor to see me before noon!"
After saying this, Xiao Yunlong hung up the phone directly.