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"I see everyone is here, it's about time to start."

Bao Qingyang stretched his body, licked his lips and said.

"Yeah, yeah, let's do it."

Others also echoed it. Lin Shi looked around at the group of people and could clearly feel their passion.

Hearing what everyone said, Zhang Shuiying smiled and stretched out her hands to clasp them together.

"Well, since everyone is ready, we won't keep you in suspense. I declare the 17th Fighting Exchange Summit Forum officially open. See you at the top!"

"See you at the top!"

After Zhang Shuiying finished speaking, all the participants clasped their fists and responded in unison.

Then everyone moved their feet and began to run towards the distance in different shapes and sizes, their target was the towering mountain.

"Lin Shi, don't just stand there, let's go too!"

Zhang Shuiying was not idle either, she pulled Lin Shi and started running.

"Sister Ying, what are you doing?"

Lin Shi asked with a puzzled look on his face.

What tradition is it to go hiking before a meeting? He had never heard of it before.

"Didn't you just ask where the forum venue is? Now I'm telling you, it's on this mountain."

Zhang Shuiying adjusted her breathing, stretched out her hand and pointed upwards.

Lin Shi raised his head slightly and couldn't help swallowing his saliva.

"So what this means is that we have to climb this mountain now?"

Zhang Shuiying smiled slightly.

"Congratulations, you got it."

"This is a rule set by a martial arts association president in the early years. He likened the mountain to an obstacle for warriors and fighters in martial arts. Only by crossing the mountain can one stand on the top."

"However, in recent years, it has also become a place for the younger generation of some martial arts families or organizations to compete with each other."

Lin Shi rolled his eyes when he heard this. What era is this? Are you still practicing traditional martial arts? Can you withstand my Water Dragon Drill?

"So you have to rely on your legs?"

Lin Shi couldn't help but ask.

Zhang Shuiying blinked and gave a malicious smile.

"Yes, you can't use the elves. You are the representative of our Steel Fist Gym now, please don't embarrass me."

Lin Shi covered his face with his hands. He knew that he had been cheated by this counselor.

"Didn't you say you wanted to come here to broaden your horizons? This kind of opportunity is not available to everyone. Experience it well, young man. I'll be leaving first."

As she spoke, Zhang Shuiying quickened her pace and sprinted towards the mountain at a faster speed than Lin Shi could understand, immediately leaving Lin Shi far behind.

Potholes!

Lin Shi complained bitterly in his heart, but he also cheered himself up and adjusted his breathing to face the long journey ahead.

The sun gradually moved south and it was approaching noon. Lin Shi looked at the endless mountain road and felt helpless.

At the beginning, he could still keep up with some people, but as the distance got longer, Lin Shi felt his body getting heavier and heavier, his legs felt like they were filled with lead, his speed slowed down, and he was completely left behind.

There was nothing he could do. Everyone else came prepared, but he was forced into it. He could only blame Zhang Shuiying for being such a jerk.

Now, Lin Shi no longer had any idea of ​​competing with the heroes of the world. It would be the last one. Anyway, he was not specialized in this field. Driven by this idea, he had more free time.

The speed became slower and slower, and finally I just walked. It was quite pleasant to stroll and enjoy the scenery along the way.

I just wonder if he will have time to eat dinner by the time he gets to the mountain...

"Ouch, ouch..."

On the way up the mountain, an old man with gray beard was sitting on a stone by the roadside, covering his feet and wailing.

"Hey, is there anyone who can help me, an old man?"

The old man kept shouting, seeking help.

Lin Shi walked along the road, looking up at the scenery on the mountain. It was true that the mountain looked quite magnificent. Intoxicated by the beautiful scenery of the mountain, Lin Shi ignored the old man on the side of the road and walked past him naturally.

Lin Shi’s spontaneous passing startled the old man, and his howling became incoherent.

Are today's young people so indifferent? Where have the traditional virtues of socialism gone?

The old man's eyes gleamed, and he shouted at the top of his voice:

"Oh, it hurts me to death!"

Not only that, he staggered to his feet, straddled the ground, and stood directly in front of Lin Shi.

Lin Shi stopped and looked at the old man.

"Um... the old man is injured?"

The old man raised his head and looked at Lin Shi, and the sound seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth.

"Young man, I was shouting like that on the side of the road just now, didn't you hear me?"

"Oh, your acting is so fake, I thought you were singing..."

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The atmosphere froze for a moment and fell into an eerie silence.

"Cough cough..."

After a while, the old man broke the silence by coughing, with a look of pain on his face. He covered his feet and looked at Lin Shi again.

"Look young man, my foot is injured and I can't walk, so I, an old man, have something I want to trouble you with..."

"Oh, I understand."

Lin Shi smiled with his white teeth showing and gestured to the old man.

"Let me call an ambulance for you, right? No problem. At my current speed, it will probably arrive before dark. Just hold on a little longer..."

As he spoke, Lin Shi walked towards the side of the road, apparently trying to get around the old man.

After hearing Lin Shi’s words, the old man was stunned.

No, who is this person?

Before Lin Shi could take a step, the old man rushed forward and grabbed Lin Shi's arm. Lin Shi pulled hard, trying to pull his hand out of the old man's arms, but he found that the old man's hand was incredibly strong. It held his hand tightly like an iron clamp and made it impossible for him to break free.

"Young man, I really can't hold on any longer. Can you please help me get up?"

Lin Shi used his other hand and pulled it with a grimace.

"You worry too much. I see that you are in good health. You should hold on a little longer!"

Lin Shi suddenly increased his strength and pulled hard, but his arm remained motionless. Compared to his flushed face, the old man remained calm, and it was obvious at first glance that he was a martial artist.

"Young man, caring for the elderly is our traditional virtue. And don't worry, I, the old man, won't let you help me for nothing. As long as you take me up, I will definitely give you a satisfactory reward."

The old man half-sitting on the ground said to Lin Shi.

"Hey, what are you talking about? You can go out and ask around. Everyone knows that I, Lin Shi, am famous for being helpful. I have received several banners for bravery..."

Lin Shi narrowed his eyes, his attitude changed drastically, and he gently shook the old man's hand.

Why didn't you say something earlier?

"Why don't you tell me what the reward is? Of course, don't get me wrong. It's not that I don't trust you. I just think that I will be more motivated after I know it."

"Haha... this kid is quite interesting."

The old man let go of his hand, stroked his beard, and laughed with full energy.

"Okay, then I'll tell you, you better listen carefully!"

The old man was obviously very confident about his return.

"Boy, I see that you have amazing talents and are a good material for martial arts training. I have a secret manual that has never been published, which I can give to you as a reward..."

"Hey, I haven't finished yet, don't leave..."

Lin Shi spat and wiped his hands.

"Bah, liar."

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