Chapter 1870
Szar''s gaze on Matthew was even more startling because few people knew the mysteries
surrounding the nine-pole wooden dummy.
Melvin was still adamantly opposed to the lengthy exnation. "So, what? Isn''t that just a nine-pole
wooden dummy? Is it possible to train and then sessfully knock out nine people at once?"
Matthew smiled and stated, "A nine-pole wooden dummy does not represent nine people, but many.
Since nine is the greatest number in modern and ancientnguages, it is frequently used to denote a
boxing and be prepared to face off against thousands of troops."
Melvin''s eyes widened in disbelief. "No way! This wooden dummy enables you to attain the highest
level of Wing Chun boxing?"
Matthew gesticted and exined, "Every training facility has its own boxing practice method. The
wooden dummies widely avable elsewhere are simplified versions that can be used to train body
strength, but it is difficult to train to one''s full potential with these dummies. Previously, martial arts were
seen as illegal because they involved practicing a skill associated with killing, so how can regr
citizens practice it? Therefore, these authentic martial arts techniques can only be passed down
through families with physical and mental prowess. This nine-pole wooden dummy is umon, so
how could you purchase it?"
Melvin rubbed his temples, still refusing to concede defeat. "Even if we can''t buy it, I''m confident we
can have it made to order. Doesn''t it just require a few pieces of wood with holes drilled in them?"
Matthew shook his head again. "Don''t even think about it. Each Wing Chun student must have their
own wooden dummy. This nine-pole wooden mannequin was custom-made for its owner, right down to
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his height and the length of his arms and legs. Those of a different height or with arms or legs of a
different length will not be able to use it effectively for training. It''s difficult to get your hands on a nine-
pole wooden dummy like this!"
Melvin was astounded when he heard that. "Seriously? Is it that difficult to acquire this wooden
dummy?"
At that moment, Szar could no longer contain his curiosity as he stared at Matthew. He queried in
astonishment, "Dr. Larson, do you know anything about Wing Chun boxing?"
Matthew nodded and smiled. "I''m familiar with a few techniques."
Following his inheritance of the jade pendant, he reached a master''s level in Wing Chun boxing. In
terms of Wing Chun boxing''s techniques and moves, he could be considered an expert, given that it
was passed on by his ancestors.
His primary problem was hisck of internal energy; therefore, it was eptable for him to engage in
conflict with a marginally powerful opponent. Even if there wasn''t much difference in inner energy
between them, he could still turn the tide of the fight in his favor. On the other hand, things could get
problematic if he encountered somebody whose inner energy was significantly more potent than his
own.
There was a saying that it takes ten men of average skill to take on one man of extraordinary strength
and that even extensive martial arts training is no match for a mighty blow. In a nutshell, the battle
between Matthew and Jasper is an excellent example. He unquestionably blocked Jasper''s punch, but
the intensity of Jasper''s inner energy suddenly breached his defense, pushed his arm away, and still
delivered the punch. That was due to a difference in the inner energy between the two.
Szar shook his head in awe. "If you thoroughly understand the nine-pole wooden dummy and its
history, you have more than a basicprehension. You must have previously learned Wing Chun
methodically, Dr. Larson!"
"Perhaps, you can put it that way," Matthew replied.
Matthew hesitated for a moment. "Mr. Whitford, you are the heir to the King of Wing Chun. I don''t think I
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