Once China realized that Phantom Knight’s abilities likely stemmed from an Advanced or even top-tier ancient martial training technique, it stirred quite a controversy. After all, there were no historical records of any complete ancient martial training techniques leaving China, let alone one capable of bestowing Phantom Knight’s formidable powers.
However, despite closely scrutinizing Phantom Knight’s actions, China had found no historical records concerning Phantom Knight’s training technique. So, their primary objective during this meeting was to ascertain the origins of Phantom Knight’s ancient martial training technique.
Although, judging by Phantom Knight’s attitude earlier when fabricating a story, they knew the likelihood of gaining such information was slim.
Since uncovering the origins of Phantom Knight’s training technique appeared impossible, it didn’t dampen their urgent desire to obtain it. China was ready to offer substantial sincerity and compensation if Phantom Knight was willing.
For China, every ancient martial training technique was of paramount importance. Compared to the unique abilities of mutants and other metahumans, the power derived from practicing ancient martial training techniques was entirely under human control.
Moreover, while this power might not be particularly potent in the early stages, it grew significantly in strength as one advanced.
The distinctiveness of ancient martial training techniques was why China held onto them so tightly. Even in the case of techniques that accidentally left the country, they were inevitably damaged, rendering them low-level. Even if someone with innate talent practiced them, they posed no threat to China.
Take, for instance, Daredevil’s Mentor, Stick, who had practiced a damaged low-level training technique. Stick was considered a formidable martial artist, and Lin Rui had significantly enhanced Daredevil’s abilities by providing him with a complete training technique.
However, the practice of ancient martial training techniques required innate talent; not just anyone who obtained a technique could harness its internal energy to gain substantial power.
Nonetheless, with China’s vast population, it was relatively simple for them to find individuals with exceptional talent for practicing ancient martial training techniques. Thus, China had a significant demand for Advanced and even top-tier training techniques.
“Phantom Knight, as long as you’re willing, the price we can offer is beyond your imagination,” Cheng Jianyu continued, leaning forward slightly in his seat.
Even though SHIELD and Stark had deliberately concealed Phantom Knight’s true identity, China hadn’t been able to investigate further. Therefore, they had already prepared themselves for a generous exchange. After all, an Advanced or top-tier ancient martial training technique was worth their considerable investment.
Several days ago, when Dormammu’s dark energy had blanketed the entire North American continent, China had been prepared to take action. However, before they could act, Dormammu had already departed. Of course, China didn’t have absolute confidence in defeating Dormammu, even if they had intended to intervene.
“This…,” Lin Rui hesitated upon hearing Cheng Jianyu’s consecutive inquiries.
Lin Rui had some goodwill toward this version of China. Moreover, he had expected this situation when he sensed the same internal energy from them earlier.
Lin Rui’s current training technique had indeed advanced to the top tier. It had cost him numerous Reward Points to obtain it. He wasn’t eager to simply hand it over. However, Lin Rui had an alternative solution in mind.
“I won’t give you the training technique I practice myself, I hope you can understand that. But I can offer you several other training techniques. Their value will be for you to judge. What you can offer me in return will depend on your evaluation,” Lin Rui responded.
Upon hearing Lin Rui’s answer, Cheng Jianyu and the other four team members became visibly intrigued. It appeared that Phantom Knight not only possessed one top-tier training technique but possibly several.
“Alright! Can you show us those ancient martial training techniques now?” Cheng Jianyu, suppressing his excitement, locked his gaze onto Phantom Knight.
Even if they couldn’t obtain Phantom Knight’s top-tier training technique, having access to other ancient martial training techniques would be well worth their visit. After all, no one would willingly reveal their practice techniques, as it could expose their weaknesses.
Who knew if, after acquiring Phantom Knight’s training technique, they could find a way to counter him?
Swish, swish, swish!
The moment Cheng Jianyu finished speaking, a silver light blinked in front of them several times. Then, three seemingly new paper booklets appeared on their table.
These were the three Low-Level and Intermediate training techniques that Lin Rui had eliminated from his consciousness and converted into physical booklets, costing him dozens of Reward Points.
“Sure, these are the ones you can look at,” Lin Rui casually remarked, not bothering to give these three training techniques an aged appearance.
Among the three training techniques Lin Rui had brought out, the best one was the same one he had previously provided to Daredevil for an upgrade. However, that particular training technique was still just an above-average Intermediate level.
In Lin Rui’s view, Daredevil’s exceptional talent would soon require him to switch to a different training technique. The Intermediate-level technique could no longer significantly enhance his abilities.
Seeing Lin Rui casually produce three brand-new booklets, Cheng Jianyu and his team were momentarily stunned. However, they quickly regained their composure.
Cheng Jianyu reached out and retrieved the three booklets in front of him, keeping one for himself and carefully passing the other two to his teammates, who also practiced ancient martial training techniques.
Subsequently, Cheng Jianyu and his two teammates cautiously opened the pristine booklets. The remaining two teammates glanced curiously for a moment but soon withdrew their attention.
Their talents were not suited for practicing ancient martial training techniques, and even top-tier techniques would be of no use to them.
Exhale~
Several minutes later, Cheng Jianyu and his two teammates let out long sighs of relief as they closed the booklets. While they hadn’t yet delved deeply into the contents, they had already confirmed that the ancient martial training techniques presented by Phantom Knight were complete.
Moreover, one of the training techniques was no less potent than the one they practiced.
“How does it look? Is it real?” Lin Rui asked indifferently.
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