Chapter 81 Breath of Thunder

Chapter 81 Breath of Thunder

Chapter 81 Breath of Thunder
Lu Li listened carefully to Ci Goro's explanation of the theory of Thunder Breathing and the demonstration of various forms.

It has to be said that Jigoro is a 'gold medal lecturer'. There is a reason why he could teach such a strong boy like Zenitsu. He explained the key points of the Thunder Breathing Method in a simple and easy-to-understand way, and when demonstrating it, he also deliberately let Lu Li and the others see the essence of the moves.

Three hours later, Zenitsu had already started practicing the first form of Thunder Breathing while being hit by Jigoro's cane, while Lu Li was sitting cross-legged with his eyes slightly closed, comprehending the mystery of Thunder Breathing.

"Grandpa, I really can't do it. If I go to the selection, I will really die! Grandpa, you don't want me to die, do you?"

After practicing for a while, Zenitsu started crying again. He really had no confidence in himself and felt that he would be eaten by a demon if he went to the selection.

"Zenitsu, you have to believe in your own strength. Grandpa thinks that you have practiced the Ichi-no-ka to perfection. It doesn't matter even if you only know this one move."

Jigoro said this earnestly, the way he looked at Zenitsu was more like he was looking at his grandson than his disciple, which showed that they had a very good relationship.

"But, grandpa..."

Zenitsu really regards Jigoro as his own grandfather and has great respect for him in his heart. He doesn't want to disappoint him, but he is afraid of death and feels that he is a weakling who only knows one thing.

Not to mention Senior Brother Lu, he also has a second senior brother named Xiong Yue, who has mastered all the forms of Thunder Breathing except the first form, and is someone he respects.

He believed that only people like Gion were qualified to inherit his grandfather's mantle and become the next Sound Pillar, and people like himself were not qualified.

Of course, he also respects Senior Brother Lu in his heart. Even though Senior Brother Lu has not yet learned the Thunder Breathing Technique, in Shanyi's opinion, Senior Brother Lu is also powerful.

In his eyes, Senior Brother Lu has always been as heavy as a mountain, giving people a strong sense of security. And because Senior Brother Lu was born with supernatural powers, even if he couldn't breathe thunder, Shanyi felt that Senior Brother Lu was still a strong man.

And he knew that Senior Brother Lu was also working very hard and had never slacked off in his practice of Thunder Breathing, but he just hadn't mastered the trick yet.

"and many more……"

Zenitsu's words were interrupted by Jigoro, who stopped lecturing Zenitsu and looked in the direction of Lu Li. He seemed to have sensed the breath of thunder from Lu Li, which was some kind of "sign".

"Let's stop here for today. Zenitsu, you can relax and adjust your state to prepare for the selection."

Ci Wulang said that he hoped it would be quieter here so that Lu Li could better comprehend the Breathing of Thunder. This time it seemed like there was a real sign of success.

Upon hearing this, although Shanyi wanted to throw a tantrum and say he would not go to the selection, he looked at Senior Brother Lu who was contemplating the Breathing of Thunder, and held back his anger and quietly went down the mountain.

Another period of time passed, and Lu Li sat on the hill. Peach blossoms bloomed beside him and fell with the wind. When the breeze blew on his face, he took a deep breath.

His chest bulged visibly, and then the corners of his mouth opened to reveal a row of white teeth. Under Ji Wulang's surprised gaze, his body seemed to be shining with the light of golden thunder.

A large amount of hot gas like steam gushed out from between Lu Li's teeth, forming two white dragons that spread to both sides of him and then soared up with the wind.

Zi La——Zi La——

A violent sound of electric current rang around Lu Li, accompanied by golden electric light. Lu Li stood up. He felt that his body was becoming stronger with the rhythm of his breathing.

Lu Li looked at Ci Wulang and grinned, "Teacher, I have learned it."

He has respect for anyone who teaches him the art of 'martial arts', but in his heart there is only one master, only that one person, so he will not use that title to address others.

"Finally...Finally..."

Jigoro was also very excited when he saw the electric light wrapped around Lu Li. He had some concerns when Lu Li proposed to participate in the selection with Zenitsu a few days ago, but now all his concerns have disappeared.

After ten years of failing to comprehend the Breathing of Thunder, even though Jigoro had great patience, it would be a lie to say that he was not disappointed at all.

So when Lu Li mentioned again a few days ago that he wanted to participate in the selection, he agreed. Not only did he hope that Lu Li and Shan Yi, the two brothers, could take care of each other, but he also wondered whether Lu Li needed actual combat to comprehend the Breathing of Thunder.

But unexpectedly, just a few days before the selection began, Lu Li actually succeeded in his comprehension, which really surprised him.

"I would also like to thank the teacher for his patience in cultivating me over the years."

Lu Li thanked him. Through Zenitsu and Jigoro's words, he could roughly guess that his identity setting should be the kind of person who has not been able to learn it after many years. His setting of not being able to learn the breathing method for many years can only be effective with Jigoro, because this old man is really patient and very tolerant and kind to his disciples.

It’s a pity that part of his patience and love for his disciples was given to a certain ungrateful person, and he was eventually killed by that ungrateful person.

"It's good that you've learned it, it's good that you've learned it. This way I can rest assured about your future selections. You know, Zenitsu is like that. Although I think his Lightning Breathing has been trained very well, he always lacks confidence. You have to take care of your junior brother in the future."

Jigoro said with relief that he actually had another disciple named Giongaku, who passed the selection last year and became a member of the Demon Slayer Corps.

However, in his opinion, Xiong Yue had a more introverted personality, and it might be difficult for him to take care of Lu Li and Shan Yi, so he did not mention it.

"Teacher, don't worry."

Lu Li said as he glanced at the sky. The sun was almost setting. "Is Shan Yi not back yet?"

"This brat must have forgotten the time while playing at the foot of the mountain again."

Jigoro scolded, but his expression was kind.

"I'll go down the mountain to take a look and buy some ingredients for dinner."

Lu Li said that he was a little worried about Shan Yi. If the other party died before the selection began, his mission would fail.

Lu Li has discovered the law of spatial punishment. Because the first link of this main mission is extremely simple, the punishment for failure is also severe, which is annihilation.

So he has to take good care of Zenitsu these days. If Zenitsu is killed by the demons from Muzan's camp, his death would be too unjust.

As for the fact that the demons from Muzan's camp will not come to kill Zenitsu, this is entirely possible.

Because the current Zenitsu is at his weakest before his debut. Considering the upper limit of the difficulty of this world, it would not be surprising even if a second-level explorer entered. For a second-level explorer, it is too easy to kill Zenitsu now.

Even for an explorer in the late first stage, it would not be difficult to kill Zenitsu, so he had to be alert.

"Well, that's fine. I'll go back and cook porridge first."

Ci Wulang did not find it strange. He just thought that Lu Li wanted to share the joy of learning the Breathing of Thunder with his junior brother.

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On the other side, peach blossoms are in full bloom in spring, the fragrance of flowers fills the mountains and fields, and the spring breeze makes people feel happy.

Zenitsu, who had just come down the mountain, temporarily forgot the horror of the selection because of the beautiful scenery. He went down the mountain happily, wanting to buy some snacks to bring back to eat with his senior brother and grandfather.

After arriving at the market at the foot of the mountain, he saw several young boys who were also reserve members of the Demon Slayer Corps gathered together, laughing and discussing. Feeling a little curious, he moved closer to say hello to them, but his expression darkened when he heard what they were discussing.

"Hahaha, have you heard? That perennial 'Momoyama Squat' is also going to participate in the selection this time."

"I was surprised when I heard about it. That guy named Lu Li is much older than us. It is said that he has been in the mountains for ten years and has not yet learned the breathing method."

"Is he such a loser? I think I'm weak enough after learning the breathing method in two years. But that guy has been hanging around in the mountains for ten years and still hasn't learned it. Isn't he just eating for free?"

"Hehe, it seems to me that Master Jigoro has finally run out of patience this time and wants to clean up the mess. After all, we can't always keep a glutton who only consumes food, right?"

"Hahaha, that's true. But that kid is really lucky. Master Jigoro was a pillar in the past. He can receive instruction from the pillar, but he can't even learn the breathing method. What a waste. I wish I could become Master Jigoro's disciple."

"You are such a waste. You have wasted Master Jigoro's teachings..."

The young man with a crew cut who spoke last was interrupted before he could finish his words.

A yellow figure rushed up and punched him on the nose. He looked angry and said, "Don't talk about Senior Brother Lu like that! Senior Brother Lu is not a waste!"

(End of this chapter)