Friday.
The weather forecast calls for cloudy skies turning overcast, with possible showers.
In Training Hall No. 2, on a mat-covered floor,
a group of young students in white gis are warming up with leg stretches and rolls.
Having just finished a Jujitsu sparring class, Fang Cheng simply stands aside to rest and watch.
He takes the opportunity to audit the class and learn related techniques.
Today was scheduled to be his day off.
But having already taken a leave of absence on Tuesday, he needs to make up for the time missed due to illness.
After warming up, the students start practicing 'kumite'.
'Kumite' refers to grasping each other in simulated combat training, which involves throwing and striking.
Fang Cheng is not very familiar with this combat style but is quite interested in it.
Many of its techniques, such as throwing techniques, Throwing Techniques, Locking Technique, Choking Techniques, and Sleeping Skills, are also incorporated into Karate.