Martial Arts Across the Heavens: Becoming a Martial God Starting from the Big Boss in Tangshan

"To the zoo?"

Tan Jingyao had some doubts:

"The animals in the zoo are all kept in captivity; they've lost their wildness. How can you still see their true nature?"

Shao Henian said:

"The results are certainly not as good as observing the actual wild state, but it's better than just imagining it."

"The basic morphology, skeletal structure, and movement patterns of animals do not change."

"If you want to find wild tigers and lions, you'll have to go to the African savanna."

"In Hong Kong, there seem to be some wild monkeys near the reservoir. You can try to observe and understand their forms."

Chen Wen's eyes lit up:

"I'll go and take a look if I have the chance."

"Anyway, I don't want to miss any opportunity to learn and improve."

"There are still many things I don't understand, and I will need to trouble you seniors often."

"What's the trouble!" Shao Henian waved his hand dismissively. "These days, there aren't many young people who genuinely love kung fu and are willing to put in the hard work to master it."

"Martial arts are declining, and we're overjoyed to see a junior like you emerge!"

"Feel free to ask any questions!"

Chen Boguang, Tan Jingyao, and Wang Zhe also nodded with smiles, their eyes full of satisfaction.

Chen Boguang glanced at his watch and suddenly interrupted everyone.

"It's getting late, everyone should rest first. There's no rush to practice martial arts."

Everyone was stunned for a moment, and only after looking at the moon that was already high in the sky did they finally realize what was happening.

It's well past midnight now, no wonder they all look tired.

"Okay, let's rest first. We can talk about it tomorrow!"

As night deepened, everyone was somewhat exhausted after a thoroughly enjoyable exchange and practice session.

They went their separate ways, agreeing to stay in touch.

Chen Wen lay on the bed in Tan Jingyao's guest room, his mind still replaying what he had learned that night and planning his itinerary for tomorrow.

First, go to the library or bookstore to find Taoist scriptures, then go to the zoo or reservoir to learn from the monkeys!

……

The atmosphere at the West Kowloon Regional Police Station was oppressive.

Lu Xuanxin had just come out of her boss's office, her face ashen.

The operation failed, several police officers were seriously injured, the suspect escaped, and the pressure and questioning from higher-ups made her feel almost suffocated.

What infuriated her even more was that Feng Yuxiu's superhuman combat prowess completely exceeded her expectations.

"Boss, what do we do now?" Ah Jie asked cautiously, following behind her.

Lu Xuanxin took a deep breath, forcing herself to calm down.

We've already lost all face; we can't let Feng Yuxiu get away with it and cause more casualties.

"Go to Stanley." Her voice was hoarse, but resolute. "Interrogate Xiahou Wu."

……

Stanley Prison.

Xiahou Wu sat behind the iron bars, his fingers tapping unconsciously on the table.

He had been going through a lot of agonizing times these past few days. He had been so confident in his plan, calculating that Lu Xuanxin would come back and beg him for help.

They'd already made the boast, and the cigarettes had already been promised to the prisoners.

But no matter how long they waited, Lu Xuanxin never returned.

In the past few days, the jailers have been looking at him with more mockery in their eyes. Although the prisoners dare not say anything to his face, they can't help but murmur behind his back.

He even began to doubt his own judgment. Had Feng Yuxiu given up?

Or has something else gone wrong?

Just as his confidence began to waver, a prison guard informed him that Inspector Lu Xuanxin wanted to see him.

Xiahou Wu practically jumped out of bed, quickly straightened his prison uniform, and followed the prison guard out.

Throughout the journey, he tried to calm his excited emotions.

Entering the meeting room, I saw Lu Xuanxin again.

Xiahou Wu felt much more at ease, strode over to the chair and sat down, a confident smile appearing on his face.

"Officer Lu, I told you, you would come back!"

Lu Xuanxin was too lazy to beat around the bush with him and simply waved her hand to interrupt him:

"Xiahou Wu, I'm not in the mood for riddles right now. What do you know? Tell me everything right now!"

"This is your chance to redeem yourself!"

Xiahou Wu's smile froze for a moment, but he quickly regained his composure, instinctively sensing that something was amiss:

"How many people has Feng Yuxiu killed so far?"

Lu Xuanxin slammed her hand on the table, her anger and the pressure of the past few days causing her to lose control.

"How many more people do you want him to kill?! Isn't killing one enough?!"

"You say you have nothing to do with him? Does his murder have anything to do with you?!"

Lu Xuanxin was just venting her anger.

Xiahou Wu's expression changed, because he was indeed related to Feng Yuxiu's murder!

Or rather, Feng Yuxiu's actions outside were ultimately aimed at forcing Xiahou Wu to leave and complete the final battle!

In a sense, Feng Yuxiu's killing was indeed due to Xiahou Wu!

Xiahou Wu quickly regained his composure.

As an inspector in the Major Crimes Unit, Lu Xuanxin instantly noticed the change in the other party's emotions.

What's going on? Is there really something wrong with this guy?

Lu Xuanxin's heart skipped a beat, but he remained outwardly calm and continued to probe:

"Okay, let's not talk about you for now, let's get back to the case."

"Based on the information we currently have, Feng Yuxiu did indeed go to see Tan Jingyao in the order you provided."

She paused for a moment, carefully observing Xiahou Wu's reaction, and sure enough, she saw that he slightly raised his eyelids, his attention drawn to her.

"Tan Jingyao was injured by him, and the injury was quite serious."

"However, he was lucky; someone stopped Feng Yuxiu at the time."

"Feng Yuxiu failed to kill Tan Jingyao on the spot, so... his next move seems to have been disrupted, and there is no indication that he will immediately go to find the next person on the list."

Xiahou Wu was genuinely surprised this time, his brows furrowed deeply:

"Did someone stop him?"

No wonder! Lu Xuanxin took so long to come find me!

It wasn't because he miscalculated, but because Feng Yuxiu himself failed!

Having figured this out, Xiahou Wu felt somewhat relieved, but new doubts soon arose in his mind.

Now that the police are certain that the murderer is Feng Yuxiu, and know his target and the danger he poses.

Why bother looking for me then? Just mobilize more police forces to surround and arrest him.

He couldn't help but voice his question:

"Now that you've confirmed it's Feng Yuxiu, why aren't you focusing your efforts on capturing him? Why are you coming to me instead?"

A look of embarrassment and awkwardness flashed across Lu Xuanxin's face. She gritted her teeth and confessed:

"We set up an encirclement, but Feng Yuxiu's strength exceeded our expectations."

"In the end, he still managed to escape."

Xiahou Wu was taken aback when he heard this, but then breathed a sigh of relief.

A group of police officers arrested Feng Yuxiu, but he still managed to escape?

However, this is a golden opportunity for him!

"Feng Yuxiu is indeed very strong."

"But don't worry, Officer Lu, as long as you help me get out of here, I'll help you arrest Feng Yuxiu!"

Lu Xuanxin did not answer, but continued to stare at Xiahou Wu.

To be honest, she came here specifically for this matter, but Xiahou Wu's strange reaction just now made her realize that something was wrong.

Is this guy really reliable?

Well, capturing Feng Yuxiu is the top priority right now, and Xiahou Wu is indeed very useful.

"good!"

Without further hesitation, Lu Xuanxin took out a document that had been prepared beforehand and slammed it on the table.

"This is permission for temporary parole and assistance with the investigation."

"Xiahou Wu, capturing Feng Yuxiu is your best chance to get a reduced sentence. If you try anything funny or attempt to escape... you know the consequences."

Xiahou Wu looked at the document, a smile appearing on his face, and nodded solemnly.

"Don't worry, I understand."

The formalities were completed quickly.

Lu Xuanxin quickly led Xiahou Wu away from Stanley Prison, preparing to return to the police station.

But she still had many questions she wanted to ask.

"By the way, we've checked the list you gave us before: Tan Jingyao, Wang Zhe, Chen Boguang, and Shao Henian. The basic information matches."

"However, one is still missing."

Xiahou Wu was racking his brains trying to figure out how to take advantage of this opportunity to perform good deeds and get a reduced sentence.

Hearing this, I was taken aback and instinctively asked:

"One is missing? Who is it? That shouldn't be the case. I should know all the martial arts masters in Hong Kong."

Lu Xuanxin glanced at him in the rearview mirror and uttered two words:

"Chen Wen".