<h4>Chapter 1158: Chapter 1165: Support or Sabotage (1)</h4>


    Time ticked by, minute by minute, and in half an hour, the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Dragon Tiger Hall would begin.


    Before the ceremony started, Tang Shiyun was invited to warm up the event.


    It must be said that the allure of a star knows no bounds. Even these older martial arts enthusiasts had heard of Tang Shiyun’s fame. As Tang Shiyun sang, the audience erupted into enthusiastic apuse and cheers.


    Ling Chen stood by the side of the stage, checking the time, about ten minutes left.


    "Big brother, it’s up to you guys in a bit."


    "Don’t worry, it’s just a ribbon-cutting; nothing will go wrong," Qiu Yong said with a smile.


    At 11:30 in the morning, amidst the crowd’s farewell, Tang Shiyun stepped down from the stage. Up next, the main event of the day.


    Under the gaze of everyone, Tong Zhentian led Ling Chen and the others to stride onto the stage. As the Martial Arts Hall Master of Dragon Tiger Hall, Tong Zhentian stood at the center of the seven people, with Ling Chen and He Ziyun beside him, and Qiu Yong, Xu Ming, Yuan Yun, and Zhang Zhongfeng on either end.


    Because of Tong Zhentian’s presence, the demeanor of the others was overshadowed, and all eyes focused on him. Qiu Yong and the others didn’t mind; they were there as backup, making up the numbers. The protagonists today were only Tong Zhentian and Ling Chen.


    Surveying the crowd below the stage, Tong Zhentian pressed his hands down, signaling everyone to quiet down.


    "Ladies and gentlemen, I’d like to first thank you all foring. Today, on this joyous asion of the opening of Dragon Tiger Hall, your presence brings great honor. Although Dragon Tiger Hall is a martial arts academy, it’s not an ordinary one. In due time, I believe Dragon Tiger Hall will be the most unique entity in the martial arts world."


    "Elder Tong, what do you mean by ’unique’?" someone from the audience asked.


    Tong Zhentian smiled and said, "The purpose of Dragon Tiger Hall is to revitalize the Huaxia martial arts world. I believe many who hear this will be skeptical. Indeed, revitalizing Huaxia’s martial arts is no easy task, not something achieved overnight, but I have confidence. Here, I want to announce that any member who joins Dragon Tiger Hall will have an opportunity for advanced training. Some might ask what exactly this ’advanced training’ entails. I might as well tell you, despite just opening, Dragon Tiger Hall has a deep foundation, with not only a wide variety of martial arts to choose from but also many lost martial arts manuals."


    These words caused a stir, with everyone’s eyes filled with astonishment.


    "Elder Tong, is what you said true? Can you really practice freely just by joining Dragon Tiger Hall?" someone eagerly asked.


    "Of course it’s true. However, it’s not about picking anything at will. As martial artists, you should clearly understand that not everyone is suited to practice the most formidable techniques. The more powerful the martial arts manual, the higher the requirements for talent andprehension. If the aptitude isn’t there, even the most potent cultivation technique would lead to nothing. So, we will personally assess one’s aptitude and then rmend the most suitable technique. Of course, there’s no such thing as a free lunch; there will undoubtedly be some restrictions. As for the specific details, I won’t borate right now. If anyone is interested, you can find out from Dragon Tiger Hall staff after the ribbon-cutting ceremony."


    Hearing this, someone in the audience joked, "Elder Tong, aren’t you afraid that those martial arts manuals might leak out?"


    Tong Zhentianughed and said, "I understand what you mean, and I’m sure most people think the same. But I want to tell you, revitalizing Huaxia’s martial arts world isn’t just empty talk, nor is it boasting. Today’s martial arts world is already in decline, and many martial arts essences have been lost in the rivers of history, which is a huge loss to our Huaxia martial arts. Because too many people hold back, not willing to pass on their knowledge, it has resulted in the loss of valuable treasures. If we don’t rectify this, a hundred years from now, Huaxia martial arts might be mere flowery boxing. As martial artists, this is a responsibility every martial artist must shoulder."


    "Therefore, we’re not afraid of martial arts manuals being leaked. On the contrary, I hope more and more people will join our ranks. Only by making martial arts a pursuit for all can we restore the glory of Huaxia’s martial arts world."


    Thunderous apuse.


    However, more than half of this apuse was out of respect for Tong Zhentian. Everyone still held a skeptical attitude towards his words. After all, martial arts manuals are secrets of various schools, no one would leak them; that would be like destroying one’s own livelihood.


    As the saying goes, a unique skill can make a living everywhere. If there aren’t a few secret tricks, who woulde to learn? Moreover, if the secret skills are passed on to others, how could one survive in this business?


    "Elder Tong is right, revitalizing Huaxia’s martial arts world is indeed a responsibility we martial artists must fulfill," a sudden voice reached everyone’s ears.


    Turning towards the voice, everyone’s expressions changed as they looked at the neer in surprise.


    Isn’t that... Su He? The Old Pavilion Master of the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, why is he here!


    Apart from Su He, everyone recognized the several elders behind him, all renowned in the martial arts world. It was said that these martial arts notables would attend Dragon Tiger Hall’s ribbon-cutting ceremony, but now they appeared with people from the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion. What does this mean?


    Behind the group of elderly, there was a young man following. Others might not be familiar, but Ling Chen recognized him, Wang Hao!


    Ling Chen frowned slightly, the worry finally turned into reality. He just didn’t expect Su He to show up in person and bring along those renowned martial arts elders too.


    What’s this about? Is it a demonstration?


    Ling Chen, despite his thoughts, followed Tong Zhentian off the stage and quickly went to greet them.


    Tong Zhentianughed heartily, saying, "Old Su, why are you here without giving me a heads up so I could send someone to meet you?"


    "No need for the trouble, although old, my two legs can still walk," Su He replied indifferently, "I heard Dragon Tiger Hall is opening today, as an old friend, of course, I had toe support."


    "Well, thank you then."


    "Elder Su!" Ling Chen stepped forward, slightly bowed, greeting Su He with a disciple’s salute. No matter what, Su He could still be considered his master. As long as the fragile veneer between them wasn’t torn, he had to respect Su He as a disciple would.


    Su He looked Ling Chen over, nodded, and said, "Not bad, I wasn’t wrong about you; you indeed have potential. Now that you’re with Elder Tong, make sure to work hard and strive to reach even greater heights."


    "Old Su, I don’t like what you’re saying. What do you mean by he’s with me? He’s your student, not mine, so why should I teach him?" Tong Zhentian joined in.