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“I’m not sure I follow, sir,” said Yi Myeong-Hwan.
Kang Jin-Ho’s smirk deepened. “I’m trying to say you’ll find many opportunities to fight.”
“Oh…”
“Theories and knowledge mean nothing if you fail to engrave them to your body. Let's say there is a man in this world with knowledge of military tactics and strategies to completely dominate everyone under the heavens. What will happen if this person is never given an opportunity to command an army?”
“Uh… That person will never be good at being a commander?”
“Yes, something like that,” Kang Jin-Ho theatrically nodded away. “It’s the same story for martial artists. The more we fight, the better it is for us. The more you spar or duel, the stronger you’d get. It’s just that you don’t get many opportunities to do that.”
“B-but, sir. We only mastered the basics,” Yi Myeong-Hwan urgently raised his voice.
“Basics are enough,” Kang Jin-Ho replied curtly. “It all connects as one in the end. Martial arts are instruments meant to make us stronger. Fighting against someone stronger than you will help you discover ways to overcome adversity. Once the will of the martial arts aligns with the martial artist's will… Your martial arts will naturally progress to the next stage.”
“…?”
“I'm sure you don't get it. However, do not worry so much. It's not that complicated. Your body will learn it soon enough. The eras of constant strife and warfare found in history books should be called the Dark Ages of Martial Arts since you wouldn't have gotten much time to diligently polish your skills. The logic says your skill level will deteriorate if you're constantly fighting...
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