Chapter 28: Fragments of the Yin True Scripture
Chapter 28: Fragments of the Yin True Scripture
This annual competition came quickly and ended quickly.
After Li Ke agreed to go to Zhongdu for training, he did not set off for Zhongdu on the same day, but waited for more than ten days before setting off.
After all, Qiu Chuji had many things to deal with in the Quanzhen Sect. Since he had come back for a rare trip, he naturally had to handle some internal affairs of the sect.
For example, instructing disciples like Yin Zhiping in martial arts, and so on.
Li Ke naturally had no objection to this; on the contrary, he was happy to see it this way.
After all, Li Ke hasn't yet obtained the fragment of the Nine Yin Manual that Wang Chongyang, the founder of the Quanzhen School, carved in the secret chamber of the Ancient Tomb Sect.
So after the annual competition, Li Ke focused his energy on exploring the traces of the underground secret chamber of the Ancient Tomb Sect, hoping to find the pool of water that led directly to the underground secret chamber.
And you know what? With Li Mochou's finger strike back then, the exploration area was significantly narrowed.
Three days ago, Li Ke successfully obtained the Nine Yin Manual, which countless people in the martial arts world coveted but could not obtain, although it was only a fragment of the Nine Yin Manual.
Only the sections on Yi Jin Duan Gu (Muscle/Tendon Strengthening and Bone Forging), Healing, Secrets of Acupoint Release, Secrets of Breath Holding, and Hand Playing the Five Strings are included.
There is no core Sanskrit general outline, nor any internal energy cultivation method, such as Spiral Nine Shadows, Nine Yin White Bone Claw, White Python Whip Technique, Snake-Shaped Fox Flip, etc.
Even so, the fragments of the Nine Yin Manual that he obtained were still of great help to Li Ke.
After all, the Yi Jin Duan Gu chapter can improve one's physical attributes. With better physical attributes, Li Ke can go faster and further.
The healing techniques that followed were indeed of little use to Li Ke, but the acupoint release techniques were extremely useful to him.
After all, when you're in the martial arts world, you're bound to get hurt eventually. Who knows if your enemy might one day strike you with a pressure point technique?
Even after being poisoned, one can still use internal energy to suppress the toxins or even force them out of the body, thus offering a glimmer of hope.
Conversely, if someone strikes your pressure points, you will not only be unable to move, but you will also be unable to use your internal energy. Your life and death will be completely in the hands of others, which is even more dangerous than being poisoned.
Now that we have the secrets to understanding acupoints, it's like having a second life; it's an indispensable skill for navigating the martial world.
The Five-Stringed Hand Technique that followed was even more amazing; it was a close-combat skill that advocated using softness to overcome hardness and the inferior to the superior.
In the original story, Yang Guo once used it against Ouyang Feng, causing Ouyang Feng's arm to go numb and his strength to be completely depleted, thus successfully saving the situation from danger.
"Li Zhiguang, are you reading again?"
As Li Ke was looking through the transcribed fragments of the Nine Yin Manual, a familiar voice came from beside him.
Turning around, she saw that the person who had come was none other than Li Mochou, dressed in flowing white robes.
"I've been waiting for you for a while. Let's begin the duel; the sun is about to rise."
With that, Li Mochou placed her hand on the hilt of her sword, signaling Li Ke to quickly begin today's duel.
Ever since Li Ke met Li Mochou last time, he has come here every morning and then has a duel with her.
When Li Mochou gets tired of fighting, she will stubbornly say, "I will definitely defeat you next time," and then drift away.
This situation has persisted for quite some time.
As Li Mochou's strength quietly increased, the relationship between the two also grew better and better.
"Li Mochou, I may not be able to spar with you anymore. I'm leaving for Zhongdu early tomorrow morning."
Upon hearing Li Ke's words, Li Mochou's hands trembled slightly, then she coldly snorted:
"Go if you want, why are you telling me all this?"
With that, Li Mochou turned around and walked towards the hidden entrance of the Ancient Tomb Sect.
"Don't die! I don't want to lose an opponent!"
Hearing Li Mochou's words, Li Ke laughed:
"Don't worry, I won't die even if you die."
"I will not die until I reach the pinnacle of martial arts and witness what the ultimate realm of martial arts looks like."
"you!"
Upon hearing Li Ke's words, Li Mochou turned around angrily.
He was about to draw his sword and teach Li Ke a lesson, but then he remembered that Li Ke was leaving for Zhongdu early the next morning, so he had to conserve his energy today.
Li Mochou lowered her right hand from the sword hilt.
"When are you coming back?"
With a cold expression, Li Mochou asked in a deep voice.
"It will probably be after the Mid-Autumn Festival on August 15th."
After all, Master Qiu and the Seven Heroes of Jiangnan had agreed to a martial arts contest at the Misty Rain Pavilion in Jiaxing during the Mid-Autumn Festival. I can only return after this matter is resolved.
"After the Mid-Autumn Festival? I understand."
As she spoke, Li Mochou turned and prepared to leave with a cold expression.
"etc!"
Turning around, Li Mochou subconsciously caught the thing Li Ke threw to her, and found that it seemed to be the book Li Ke had just been reading.
"The Nine Yin Manual?!"
Li Mochou exclaimed in surprise, unable to maintain her aloof and arrogant demeanor any longer.
After looking through the contents and finding them to be true, Li Mochou looked at Li Ke with emotion.
Why?
She knew all too well what the Nine Yin Manual was.
Countless tales of joy and sorrow, and countless lives, have been played out in the world because of this divine martial arts manual.
But Li Ke gave her something so precious so easily.
Thinking about all this, Li Mochou's mind remained unsettled for a long time.
"This is a fragment of the Nine Yin Manual that I obtained by chance. Although it does not contain the Sanskrit general outline, nor does it contain internal energy cultivation methods or other unique skills."
However, it is still quite practical, especially the Yi Jin Duan Gu chapter, which can improve a martial artist's physical attributes, making it the most useful.
After a pause, Li Ke turned to look at the slowly rising sun in the distance and smiled:
"I am a man who wants to pursue the ultimate in martial arts. If I become invincible and have no opponents, it would be too lonely."
Strive to become stronger, strong enough to be my equal one day!
Upon hearing Li Ke's domineering words, Li Mochou fell silent, then raised her head to look at Li Ke.
"I will! I will definitely defeat you and show you what defeat feels like!"
Upon hearing this, Li Ke smiled and said:
"That's something to look forward to. Goodbye, Li Mochou."
With that, Li Ke picked up his black paper umbrella, used the Golden Goose Technique, and gracefully left.
"You actually gave me something so precious? Humph, I'll definitely defeat you!"
Li Mochou snorted softly as she watched Li Ke's figure disappear into the distance, and then she too used her lightness skill to gracefully depart.
……
The next morning, Hao Datong, Qiu Chuji, and others gathered at the main gate of the Quanzhen Sect.
"Zhiguang, why don't we wait a few more days? Then I'll go to Zhongdu with you."
Qiu Chuji said somewhat helplessly that he planned to wait ten days before setting off for Zhongdu.
Unexpectedly, Li Ke suddenly suggested that he wanted to travel to Zhongdu alone to experience the real martial arts world.
After hesitating for a moment, Qiu Chuji agreed.
After all, given that Li Ke has opened up six meridians, his strength is already considered that of a second-rate master in the martial arts world.
In addition, his special physique, which allows him to refine his internal energy during battle, makes him capable of competing with top-tier masters.
Of course, the premise is that you don't get your throat slit with a single stroke, otherwise even the most powerful internal energy is useless.
However, considering that Li Ke had not offended any powerful enemies in the martial arts world, he relied on his strength as a second-rate martial artist and the reputation of the Quanzhen Sect as a deterrent.
With this in mind, Qiu Chuji finally agreed to Li Ke's trip, and then told Hao Datong about it.
"Don't worry, Master, Senior Uncle Qiu, I can do it."
Li Ke cupped his hands in greeting as he spoke.
"Alas, be careful in everything you do, and don't be careless."
Hao Datong said helplessly, a hint of worry always in his eyes.
"Then this disciple will take his leave now, Senior Uncle Qiu, see you again in Zhongdu."
"it is good."
With Qiu Chuji and Hao Datong agreeing, Li Ke immediately activated the Golden Goose Technique and drifted northwards.
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