"What does 'energy' mean?" Orion stroked his beard and continued. "In holistic medicine, the human body has three main elements: essence, energy, and spirit. To control your inner energy, you need practice. I mastered it at 40 and improved my medical skills significantly."Acupoint techniques are more effective with energy. Martial artists can use energy to create a protective barrier against attacks."Starting holistic medicine at your age might not be ideal, but with your martial arts background, you can blend it with holistic medicine for good results."Eric nodded.Orion advised, "Begin with acupoint techniques. Accuracy is crucial when inserting needles. Don't try if you're unsure, as it could harm the patient.""Got it," Eric replied.Under Orion's guidance, Eric picked up a silver needle and practiced on the manikin.Orion watched closely and complimented, "You're talented and have a steady hand."Eric grinned. "I didn't play with birds as a kid, so my hands are steady."
Orion stared at Eric in amazement and asked, "How did you manage that?"Eric scratched his head and replied, "I honestly don't know. But prior to my martial arts training, I learned a breathing technique that generates a warm sensation in my lower abdomen."Orion placed his hand on Eric's lower abdomen and instructed, "Try to replicate what you just did."Eric nodded, and a warm sensation began to circulate in his lower abdomen."Oh my goodness!" Orion withdrew his hand, his gaze fixed on Eric. "That's the inner energy I've been talking about. Why didn't you mention this before?"In the next moment, he burst into laughter. "I had a hunch I'd find a successor before my time is up!"His smile was so wide that his eyes reddened at the edges. "I've finally found someone to pass on all my knowledge!"Seeing Orion's laughter warmed Eric's heart."I didn't intentionally hide it from you. I've only been practicing martial arts for half a year, and I wasn't sure if this was the energy y
After the Hernandezes forcefully cleared a path, no one dared to obstruct them.Approaching the pair, Rafael glanced at Eric and Sylvia. "What did Hol. Thornfield say to you?" Rafael's condescending tone rubbed Eric the wrong way. Eric didn't know Rafael's background but had a hunch that he hailed from a prestigious King City family."He didn't tell us anything," Eric replied flatly. He then turned to leave with Sylvia.However, someone blocked their path just as they attempted to take a step forward.The onlookers watched from the sidelines, sensing the Hernandezes' frustration over being denied entry into Orion's residence.Rafael pressed the question. "I'll ask you again, and you better answer properly this time. You've spent quite a while inside, and you're telling me Hol. Thornfield said nothing to you?"He peered at Eric, not considering him a threat as an unrecognized member of the Hernandezes, regardless of his affiliation with Orion.Eric frowned, finding Rafael's att
"We're fine now. That's all that matters, right?" Sylvia smiled. "It's a shame you couldn't see Rafael's face when Eric called the police."Eric chimed in. "I was thinking, if he didn't let us go, and it turned into a real fight, we could claim self-defense."Sylvia glanced at Eric, surprised by his strategic thinking. She hadn't expected him to plan like that. She was ready to join the fight if the Hernandezes chose to attack. After all, Eric was skilled in combat.Even though there were over ten Hernandezes, they might not match her and Eric. Plus, they could restrain Rafael and stop them from making a move.-Back at the Montgomery residence.Grace slammed the table in anger upon learning about that incident. She was determined to go to the Hernandezes' manor and hold Rafael accountable. No one from the Montgomerys could stop her.-In the well-lit Hernandezes' manor, the butler hurriedly rushed inside and shouted, "Master! This is bad! The CEO of Montgomery Corp. is coming
Grace had made herself very clear, but Javier wouldn't permit Rafael to slap himself twice and apologize to Grace. Both of them stood firm."What's going on? Aren't you willing to do it?" Grace's expression turned icy as she addressed the people around her. "Bring him over! If he won't do it, I'll take matters into my own hands!""Yes, Madam!" the man beside her replied firmly. His calloused hands and pronounced cheekbones betrayed his expertise as a fighter."Wait!" Seeing Grace ready to act, Javier interjected urgently, "Grace, have you gone too far? Do you think you can do as you please here?""Too far?" Grace sneered. "Your son was the one who acted rudely first. He's the one who crossed the line!"Did you all think the Montgomerys were pushovers? That's why I brought our fighters with me! If your son doesn't comply, we'll settle it with a one-on-one duel with your fighters. If yours win, I'll say no more. But if they can't..."Javier's face darkened."You're a lunatic!" He
Orion had become the center of attention in King City ever since he announced his retirement. Many people sought his medical expertise or aspired to become his apprentices, including the Hernandezes.However, Orion allowed only Eric and Sylvia into his residence, leaving others curious about his choice.Frowning, Javier expressed his concern, "Is Hol. Thornfield going to take Grace's son or her daughter-in-law as his apprentice?"The Hernandezes and Montgomerys were evenly matched. If Eric and Sylvia became Orion's apprentices, the Montgomerys would undoubtedly gain strength, which wasn't favorable for the Hernandezes.Rafael pondered for a moment and replied, "It's unlikely. Hol. Thornfield is already 108 years old. If he wanted apprentices, he would have taken them long ago. They're probably his patients."Javier nodded in agreement. Learning holistic medicine relied heavily on talent, and it was improbable that Orion would take Eric or Sylvia as apprentices, even if Grace offer
"Please, Mr. Heinzman, take a seat," Rafael greeted with a smile, pouring a glass of wine. "Join me for a drink."Billy Heinzman, aka Leopard, raised his glass and downed it. "I assume you didn't call me here just for a drink, right? I thought that's what the charming ladies outside are for."Rafael chuckled and refilled Leopard's glass. "You're correct, Mr. Heinzman. I do have a matter to discuss. I've been dealing with some bullying.""Bullying you?" Leopard's interest was piqued. "Who in King City has the guts to bully you? Are you asking me to help you deal with this person?""That's exactly it," Rafael replied.Rafael decided against involving anyone from the Hernandez family, fearing Grace might seek retribution. He considered turning to the underworld of King City, where money took precedence over personal ties.Leopard asked, "Who is this person?"Not many dared to challenge Rafael in King City. If he couldn't handle this individual, it was unlikely Leopard could either.
Even though Sylvester reassured Seraphine that Eric would be okay by himself, she still worried about him. Despite his impressive fighting skills, he was now facing overwhelming odds.She looked at Sylvia and was surprised to see her acting indifferent.Outside the car, the man with the crew-cut lit a cigarette and stared arrogantly at Eric. "Looks like you're the only one with some guts here. Don't blame us. Blame yourself for crossing paths with the wrong person. Just let us give you a good beating, and we'll call it a day, alright?"He waved his hand, and the others clenched their fists, rushing toward Eric.Since they had decided to attack him, Eric saw no need to reason with them. He grabbed one attacker's fist, pulled it toward him, and delivered a knee to the person's abdomen.With a muffled sound, the person clutched his stomach in pain and fell to the ground.After taking down one person, Eric turned and punched the next person's chest.In just a few seconds, he had alr