NOVEL WEB Chapter 195
Chapter 195
“Master Xiao’s palm techniques are powerful. I am humbled. Without the sword gifted to me by my junior brother, I wouldn’t have been able to hold my ground,” Song Yuanqiao said with a smile.
Xiao Feng laughed heartily. “Master Song, there’s no need for modesty. Let’s duel again someday!”
Their exchange had showcased their skills, leaving the audience in awe.
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Bowing respectfully to Zhang Sanfeng and the other Land Immortals, Song Yuanqiao said, “I humbly request guidance from my master and the esteemed seniors.”
Zhang Sanfeng, smiling warmly, glanced at the other Land Immortals and said, “Shall this old Daoist take the lead?”
After all, it wouldn’t be proper for the host to let the guests go first. The Land Immortals had already done Wudang a great honor by agreeing to provide guidance.
The Land Immortals laughed and gestured for Zhang Sanfeng to proceed.
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Looking at the two participants, Zhang Sanfeng said, “Both of you have stepped onto the path of the Heaven-Man realm. To progress further, you must find your own Dao. Yuanqiao, you need to gradually let go of your reliance on external tools.”
“As for Master Xiao, you already have a nascent understanding of your path. The Eighteen Dragon Subduing Palms is a technique of unparalleled strength. Perhaps you could try tempering it with restraint. Pure force alone is not sustainable. This might help you find a path that truly suits you.”
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Song Yuanqiao, his face tinged with guilt, bowed deeply.
Xiao Feng’s eyes lit up. Bowing respectfully, he said, “Thank you, Zhang Zhenren, for your guidance!”
For someone as perceptive as Xiao Feng, a few words of advice were enough to save him years of trial and error. He now had a clearer vision of his future path in the Heaven-Man realm.
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Seeing Xiao Feng’s gains, the other Heaven-Man experts could no longer sit still.
This was a rare opportunity!
The atmosphere grew electric.
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Seizing the moment, Song Yuanqiao said, “Today’s martial exchanges are not limited to Wudang disciples and our guests. If you have a worthy opponent in mind, feel free to challenge them. Don’t worry about collateral damage—we’ll ensure everyone’s safety.”
This offer further fueled the crowd’s enthusiasm.
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A young swordsman wielding a black blade stepped forward, his aura fierce and commanding.
“Song Que, let’s have another duel!” he shouted.
It was Fu Hongxue, challenging Song Que once more after losing to him previously.
Song Que laughed heartily and accepted the challenge.
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The two legendary swordsmen clashed, their blade auras filling the air with tension. The audience watched, enthralled, as the Land Immortals dispersed the residual energy with casual waves of their hands.
After a fierce exchange, Fu Hongxue staggered back, blood at the corner of his mouth. Bowing, he admitted, “I’ve lost today. Let’s fight again another time.”
His courage in admitting defeat and his determination to improve earned him the crowd’s respect.
Song Que laughed. “Very well!”
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Both swordsmen then turned to the Land Immortals for guidance.
This time, Xiaoyaozi stepped forward, offering detailed advice that illuminated their paths forward.
His insights were profound, clearing years of confusion for both Fu Hongxue and Song Que.
“Thank you, Senior Xiaoyaozi!” they said, bowing deeply before stepping aside.
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The martial exchanges continued, with one Heaven-Man expert after another stepping forward.
Ximen Chuixue faced Ye Gucheng.
Xie Xiaofeng sparred with Zhang Cuishan.
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Some chose to challenge Wudang disciples, but these were friendly matches. No one dared to cause trouble—doing so would only earn the ire of the gathered experts.
Most avoided targeting Wudang disciples altogether.
After all, Wudang had only seven Heaven-Man experts. Challenging those below that level would seem like bullying.
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One by one, the Land Immortals offered their guidance.
Among the six present, the Old Celestial Master stood out, his advice slightly more insightful than the others’. Nonetheless, all the Land Immortals provided valuable guidance, leaving the participants deeply grateful.
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As the exchanges progressed, a woman in a flowing white gown stepped forward.
It was Yaoyue, the Palace Master of Moving Flowers.
Looking at Li Hanyi, she said, “I’ve long admired your swordsmanship, Snow Moon Sword Immortal. Shall we spar?”
Li Hanyi’s eyes flickered.
She was well aware of Yaoyue’s reputation as the Grand Palace Master of Moving Flowers.
Though she had remained indifferent during the earlier exchanges, confident in her access to private lessons from her master, Li Changsheng, Yaoyue’s challenge stirred her competitive spirit.
“Why not?” she replied.
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The two women, both stunningly beautiful, stepped into the arena, drawing countless admiring gazes.
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Li Hanyi unsheathed her sword, Iron Horse Glacier, her sword intent sharp and unyielding. Not long ago, she had dueled Ximen Chuixue to a draw.
Yaoyue, meanwhile, displayed the fruits of her recent closed-door cultivation. Though she hadn’t fully grasped the Immortal Dao that Ning Changge had mentioned, her strength had advanced significantly.
Her technique, Shifting Flowers and Connecting Jade, created a force field that deflected Li Hanyi’s sword energy, keeping her at bay.
The two fought fiercely, their techniques invoking the forces of heaven and earth. Sword energy clashed with palm strikes, neither gaining the upper hand.
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The audience was mesmerized.
The duel was not only intense but also breathtakingly elegant.
Among the Heaven-Man experts, many nodded in approval. Both women were at the pinnacle of the Heaven-Man realm, their skills placing them among the best.
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“Daoist Li, your disciple’s swordsmanship is extraordinary. With time, Snow Moon City may see a second Land Immortal,” Zhang Sanfeng remarked.
The other Land Immortals nodded in agreement.
Li Changsheng, beaming with pride, laughed heartily. “Becoming a Land Immortal is no small feat. If Hanyi can achieve it before she turns one hundred, she’ll have surpassed all expectations.”
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As the duel neared its conclusion, both women unleashed their ultimate techniques.
“Still Water Sword Technique, Third Form!”
“Shifting Flowers and Connecting Jade!”
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Sword energy filled the air, while palm strikes wove an inescapable net. The resulting clash was both thunderous and mesmerizing.
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Li Hanyi’s voice, calm and composed, broke the silence.
“A draw.”
Yaoyue, equally composed, replied, “Neither victory nor defeat.”
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The audience erupted in admiration.
Their duel was among the best of the day, rivaled by few and unmatched in elegance.
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The two women, bowing respectfully, turned to the Land Immortals for guidance.
But before any of the Land Immortals could speak, Li Changsheng chuckled and said, “Little Immortal, you’ve been sitting idle for too long, letting us old folks do all the work. It’s your turn to offer some guidance.”
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Caught off guard, Ning Changge blinked in surprise.
Smiling, he replied, “With so many esteemed seniors present, how could I dare show off?”
His humility only made the Land Immortals laugh.
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“Daoist Li is right. Little Immortal, you can’t shirk your duties!”
“Indeed, your insights are more than sufficient to guide these juniors.”
“Exactly!”
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Faced with their encouragement, Ning Changge nodded with a wry smile.
“Very well. If I say anything amiss, I hope the seniors will correct me.”
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The crowd’s curiosity peaked.
Guidance often revealed a person’s depth of understanding. Aside from the Dragon and Wood Island Masters, most of the Land Immortals only knew of Ning Changge through rumors and his earlier gifts.
Now, they eagerly awaited a demonstration of his abilities.
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Zhang Sanfeng, fully aware of his disciple’s extraordinary talent, chuckled to himself.
“Let’s see how shocked they’ll be!”
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Ning Changge stepped forward, his expression calm.
His unparalleled comprehension allowed him to discern the essence of martial arts with a mere glance. If he wished, he could even replicate the techniques he observed.
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Looking at Li Hanyi and Yaoyue, he saw the anticipation in their eyes.
Their hearts raced.
Neither had expected to receive guidance from the Little Immortal himself.
Yaoyue, in particular, was thrilled. Having witnessed Ning Changge’s brilliance before, she could hardly contain her excitement.
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The entire audience focused intently, their expectations soaring.
After all, Ning Changge’s earlier display of the Celestial Star Pagoda Sword Formation was still fresh in their minds. No one doubted that his insights would rival those of the Land Immortals.
They waited with bated breath for him to speak.