Narration System for the Journey of Martial Arts

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[You organized the scriptures in the library and extracted Qiu Chuji's Quanzhen Swordplay and Golden Goose Skill insights from Taoist texts.]

You have mastered the Quanzhen Swordplay and the Golden Goose Skill.

Looking at the numerous martial arts listed, Su Yuchen was helpless. He couldn't explain these to Old Yue. After all, he was just a child who hadn't even grown a beard yet, and he had suddenly mastered a sword technique and a lightness skill without a teacher.

"If it were just one move at a time, that would be fine. Even with Linghu Chong's genius, he could only comprehend a few moves of the 'Chongling Sword Technique.' At my age, if word got out..."

Su Yuchen shuddered. Given Yue Buqun's sensitive and suspicious nature, he might suspect that what he had picked up back then was not a monster. He couldn't expect Yue Buqun to treat him like a god; Yue Buqun had to believe him too.

"I can only wait for a suitable opportunity. Li Jing was able to kill Nezha, but I don't want to be killed by Lao Yue," Yue Yuchen thought.

He shook his head and continued reading, thinking he would reveal his martial arts skills at a more opportune time later.

With Yue Buqun leaving the mountain, Ning Zhongze was busy taking care of the baby Yue Lingshan, and Yue Yuchen was finally freed up, quickly adjusting his training schedule.

In the early morning, I practice the Eight Pieces of Brocade to invigorate my body's blood and energy, then I cultivate my internal strength. At noon, I go to the waterfall behind the mountain to practice swordsmanship, learning from Yang Guo's method of practicing swordsmanship in the valley.

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Five years had passed since Yue Buqun left the mountain. Apart from monthly reports of safety from passing escort agencies or merchant caravans, Yue Buqun would only return once a year during festivals.

In the third year after Yue Buqun left the mountain, Ning Zhongze also followed him down the mountain to help the weak and fight injustice.

The couple wanted to revive Mount Hua and were determined to make a name for themselves. For the past two years, it had been Sister Feng leading the two fellow disciples on the mountain.

On the contrary, Yue Buqun and his wife made a great name for themselves down the mountain. Yue Yuchen had never quite agreed with this, but he had not yet found a suitable opportunity.

After breakfast that day, Yue Yuchen bid farewell to Aunt Feng and his junior sister, and headed to the back mountain. He then activated the Golden Goose Skill, his body moving like a wild goose, soaring seven zhang across the sky.

With a light touch of his toes on the grass, he covered another seven zhang (approximately 13 meters) and quickly became a blur, disappearing into the depths of the dense forest behind the mountain. He didn't stop when he reached a cliff; with a light touch of his toes on the rocks, he leaped up.

Soon, the sound of rushing water came from the top of the cliff, which was the training ground that Yue Yuchen had found.

Before them lay a vast lake, and across the lake, a huge white curtain descended from the sky, splashing countless droplets of water.

Yue Yuchen leaped across the lake, lightly touching the surface with his toes three times before crossing it. Then, with a flick of his sword sheath, he pierced a large hole in the falling water.

Just before the waterfall cascaded down, he had already passed through the gap and landed on the mossy rocks behind the waterfall.

The rocks here have been pounded by waterfalls year after year, making them incredibly smooth and round. Combined with the dark and damp environment and the moss that grows there, they are slippery to the touch.

In such a place where most people could barely stand, Yue Yuchen stood tall, wielding his long sword with fluid and graceful movements.

The sharp longsword met the falling waterfall head-on, keeping the water around it at bay. Under the fine sword light, the sword technique combined orthodox and unorthodox methods, combining strength and gentleness, and was subtle and unpredictable.

The sword techniques flowed and changed, sometimes like the Yangtze River, its waves unpredictable, one after another, without end; sometimes like the west wind and lingering rain, the cold wind howling; sometimes like the wind gathering and the rain pattering on the banana leaves, dense and impenetrable; sometimes like the bright moon shining, illuminating all directions, penetrating every crevice.

The sword light flashed, sometimes fast, sometimes slow, sometimes as fast as a sudden storm, sometimes as slow as an old ox pulling a cart; sometimes grand and sweeping, sometimes subtle and unpredictable.

The sword technique may seem to have only seven moves, but there are countless variations in their combinations. Every pause or weakness in one variation is also the moment when the next strike will be unexpected and powerful.

After practicing the final move of the sword technique, Yue Yuchen casually used the "Stabilizing Yang Needle" to pierce the waterfall, passing through it and landing on the lake.

Through diligent practice, you have made great progress in the Quanzhen Swordplay, and can now switch between techniques skillfully with fluid and effortless movements.

Upon hearing the system's voice, Yue Yuchen stood on the lake and muttered to himself...

"I was never a genius. I've already reached a high level in Quanzhen swordsmanship. If I want to become a grandmaster, I have to forge my own path."

"Perhaps in the future, I will be able to integrate all the sword techniques of the Five Mountains Sword Sects, fuse them into one, and form my own style. Or, I may learn the Dugu Nine Swords."

Thinking of this, Yue Yuchen shook his head, threw the sword in his hand, and it flew like a dragon, cutting through the air with a hissing sound. Finally, with a 'clang,' it stuck into the rocks on the shore, the three-foot-long blade penetrating more than two feet deep.

After displaying his profound internal strength, Yue Yuchen sank to the bottom of the lake and began practicing the Hunyuan Palm underwater. The Hunyuan Palm's power was strong and vigorous, and with his movements, the entire lake surface was slowly stirred.

Yue Yuchen, however, regarded the entire lake as his enemy. With the surging undercurrents, it seemed as if enemies were attacking from all directions. As he met the attack with his palm, the lake surface became turbulent and the undercurrents stirred, making it possible to only vaguely see the figures underwater.

After completing a set of Hunyuan Palm techniques, Yue Yuchen leaped out of the water, his entire body rising seven steps into the air like a golden goose soaring across the sky. His figure paused in mid-air before moving sideways towards the shore.

Chapter 10 Linghu Chong Goes Up the Mountain

As Yue Yuchen floated in the air, water vapor rose from his body, making him appear as if he were a cloud dragon soaring and tumbling through the air, leaving a long trail of mist.

Once he reached the shore, Yue Yuchen's clothes were completely dry, thanks to his profound internal energy.

[You suddenly had a brilliant idea: to practice Hunyuan Palm underwater. The palm technique is powerful, combining strength and gentleness. Its strength can split mountains and shatter rocks, while its gentleness can turn iron into sand.]

[You suddenly had a brilliant idea: to cultivate your internal energy under the impact of a waterfall. Your true energy became extremely gentle and pure, allowing you to comprehend the Taoist principle that "only by not contending can one be contended with." Your true energy flowed continuously, combining both strength and gentleness.]

[Your martial arts skills have reached the first-rate level, no less than Yue Buqun's. Young man, would you like to try to challenge for the position of leader of the Huashan Sect?]

[Yue Buqun and his wife will bring back a child. That's right, this child is Linghu Chong. The protagonist of destiny has arrived, and you've fallen out of favor.]

Upon hearing the system notification, Yue Yuchen scoffed; this chattering system couldn't provoke any change in his attitude. Without lingering, he picked up his longsword and leaped off the cliff.

Once he recognized the direction he had come from, Yue Yuchen ran quickly. Although Aunt Feng was leading the way, his junior sister was still causing trouble. If he returned late, Aunt Feng would probably have a headache over this little devil.

At first, my master and I were raising her as a little fairy, but somehow we ended up raising a little devil who learned to prank people on her own.

There are only three people on the mountain now, and Yue Yuchen doesn't want Aunt Feng to completely abandon him, otherwise he'll be the only one with a headache. This little guy is becoming less and less afraid of him.

On the way back, Yue Yuchen circled the dense forest and, sure enough, found something again...

[As you pass through the dense forest behind the mountain, you will find a deer about 30 feet to your left. You can collect its antlers.]

Yue Yuchen revealed a smile, turned his body, and floated over the treetops, heading to the left.

Soon they spotted the elk. Yue Yuchen flashed through the woods, and before the elk could react, he had already swung his sword. Startled, the huge wild deer immediately fled into the distance.

Yue Yuchen sheathed his longsword, a section of deer antler resting quietly on its blade. With a surge of true energy, the longsword trembled, and the deer antler leaped up and landed in Yue Yuchen's hand. Without further delay, he transformed into a blur and headed towards the front of the mountain.

During this time, Yue Yuchen had harvested a lot of medicinal herbs in the back mountain thanks to the system's voice prompts. This was also the excuse Yue Yuchen used to fool Aunt Feng and go to the back mountain.

After all, in her eyes, Yue Yuchen was extremely well-behaved and sensible. Not only did he never cry or make a fuss when he was little, but he also helped her take care of her children when he grew up. Moreover, he always made a harvest in the back mountain. Apart from being a big eater, he had no other shortcomings.

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When Yue Yuchen arrived at the front of the mountain, he heard faint sounds coming from the dining hall. Without stopping, Yue Yuchen headed straight for that direction.

After a few swaying movements, Yue Yuchen was already standing at the entrance of the dining hall. Without any attempt to conceal himself, he lightly touched the stone steps with his toes, and with a seven-foot horizontal leap, he was already standing in front of Yue Buqun.

The Yue Buqun couple, who had been chatting and laughing, glanced at Yue Yuchen and their eyes flashed. Yue Buqun's eyes gleamed, and he seemed to be deep in thought. Ning Zhong shook her head and stopped her husband from speaking.

"Greetings, Master and Mistress." Yue Yuchen maintained his courteous manners. Simultaneously, a system notification sounded in his mind…

[You have displayed the Golden Goose Skill; your extraordinary lightness skill has greatly astonished Yue Buqun and his wife.]

Although the naturally suspicious Yue Buqun wouldn't actually doubt you, he's extremely curious about the origin of your martial arts skills and fears you might have secretly learned martial arts from another school.

Ning Zhongze has always believed that you are an upright and sensible person who would never betray your sect. She would rather wait for you to say it yourself.

Yue Buqun simply nodded, but Ning Zhongze became much more enthusiastic, taking his hand and introducing the uneasy young man beside him.

"Yuchen, this is Chong'er. He will be your junior brother from now on. You must treat him like you would Lingshan," Ning Zhongze said without any politeness.

"Oh no, Master's wife! I have to take care of the child too?" Yue Yuchen said exaggeratedly.

He then complained about how mischievous Yue Lingshan was, making him and Aunt Feng so tired, and that they needed to have a few good meals of stir-fried pork with bamboo sticks.

Seeing his wife and eldest disciple chatting and laughing happily, and his youngest daughter clinging to his leg and acting spoiled, Yue Buqun couldn't help but put aside his worries and smile.

The previously uneasy boy couldn't help but smile happily, his bright eyes shining through, and the nervousness of their first meeting vanished without him even realizing it.

Yue Yuchen then patted his shoulder and said, "Junior brother, I am Yue Yuchen. From now on, when you are with Ling Shan, just call me senior brother."

"Linghu Chong greets Senior Brother." The young man scratched his head and bowed.

"Cough cough..."

Yue Buqun, who had been sitting and watching from the side, coughed twice and said, "Alright, everyone, sit down and eat."

Upon hearing Yue Buqun's words, everyone stopped laughing and joking, and sat down to eat quietly.

Sensing that Yue Buqun had become increasingly authoritative and even somewhat rigid over the years, Yue Yuchen shook his head inwardly, his resolve to have a chat with Yue Buqun growing stronger.

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Yue Lingshan looked left and right, pouted at her parents, and secretly picked out the vegetables from her bowl.

"Cough... um..."

Yue Yuchen coughed, and Yue Lingshan exclaimed like a startled rabbit, "Oh dear, my food fell out of the bowl! Brother, I'll eat it right now!"

"Lingshan, you're so great! Since you like it so much, I'll get you some more. But you have to finish it all, okay?" Yue Yuchen immediately put a big chopstickful of greens into her bowl.

Looking at the sprouting greens, Yue Lingshan pouted as if she was about to cry. She saw her mother lower her head and ignore her, and her father didn't even look at her.

Meanwhile, the "bad senior brother" was eyeing her menacingly, just waiting for her to make a mistake. Yue Lingshan immediately wiped away her tears and took a few big bites of the vegetables.

Looking at their mischievous daughter and their strict but loving eldest disciple, Yue Buqun and his wife exchanged a mixture of amusement and satisfaction.

This scene warmed Linghu Chong's heart, who was visiting the mountain for the first time, and a hint of envy flashed in his bright eyes.

"Chong'er, you eat too." Ning Zhongze noticed the envy in Linghu Chong's eyes and picked up a piece of green vegetable for him.

Before Linghu Chong could say anything, Yue Lingshan burst out laughing when she saw that Linghu Chong's bowl was piled high with vegetables, just like hers.

Suddenly, the dinner table became much livelier.

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After dinner, under Yue Yuchen's supervision, Yue Lingshan and the novice Linghu Chong went to help Aunt Feng with the washing and cleaning. In his words...

"Every grain of rice and every bowl of porridge should remind us of how hard it is to come by."

How can one know the hardships of Sister Feng without working, or how difficult it is to understand all of this? We must cultivate values ​​and a worldview from a young age.

Although she didn't quite understand what a philosophy of life and values ​​were, Ning Zhongze strongly supported her disciple's actions.

After the two finished tidying up the dining hall, and Yue Yuchen carefully inspected it, everyone followed Yue Buqun towards the Ancestral Hall.

Chapter 11 Yu Chen analyzes the pros and cons 1

Inside the Ancestral Hall.

Linghu Chong and Yue Lingshan knelt before the ancestral tablet, and Yue Buqun read out the Huashan Sect's rules one by one.

In summary, it means respecting teachers and valuing the Way, rectifying oneself, and refraining from adultery, plunder, and other evil deeds.

After Linghu Chong and Yue Lingshan offered incense to the patriarchs, they were considered to have entered the Huashan Sect.

From this point on, the two were able to learn the martial arts of the Huashan School and have a formal lineage.

After paying respects to the patriarch and learning about their names and origins, Ning Zhongze instructed Yue Lingshan to take Linghu Chong to the Sutra Repository to learn the Meridian Song.

That's right, it's Yue Lingshan, who was just over five years old.

Although Yue Lingshan hasn't learned martial arts in recent years, Yue Yuchen has taught her all the meridian diagrams and methods for recognizing acupoints and meridians.

On the contrary, Linghu Chong, who was already thirteen years old, had been wandering around because of his orphan status. Apart from experiencing the coldness of human relationships, he had not learned anything.

The reason why Lao Yue brought him up the mountain was because he saw that Lao Yue's eyes were bright and his nature was not bad. He also had a decent physique and was a promising talent.

Yue Lingshan taught Linghu Chong about meridians and acupoint identification, and feelings gradually developed between them. Young man, you have no chance now.

The system narration indicated that Yue Yuchen knew this with just a glance. He had more important things to do now, and whether he could win over Lao Yue depended on this.

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After the two left, only Yue Buqun, his wife, and Yue Yuchen remained in the Ancestral Hall.

Before the two could ask, Yue Yuchen smiled and said, "Master and Mistress, do you want to ask about the origin of my martial arts?"

Upon hearing this, Ning Zhongze squeezed his hand and said that if it were another sect's martial arts, it would be best not to use them in front of others to avoid causing trouble. The Huashan Sect is currently small and weak and cannot withstand too much turmoil.

Seeing Yue Buqun nodding beside him, clearly agreeing with his wife's words, Yue Yuchen smiled and said, "Master, mistress, what are you saying? This is originally a martial art of the Huashan School."

Seeing that the two of them were somewhat puzzled, Yue Yuchen did not hesitate. He compiled the fragments he had gleaned from the texts of the Sutra Repository over the years, which led to the creation of this lightness skill.

Then he took out two thin silk books from his sleeve: "Master, mistress, these are the results of my compilation of the records of the Ancestral Master and the True Man Danyangzi."

"Our Huashan School, whose founder Hao Datong, was originally descended from the Quanzhen lineage of the Southern Song Dynasty. Among the many classic texts in the Sutra Repository, there are naturally insights left by the Quanzhen founders between the lines."

"Over the years, after organizing them, I have acquired the Quanzhen Sword Technique and the Golden Goose Skill. If Master is interested, you can visit the Scripture Pavilion to take a look; those Taoist classics are true treasures."

Under Ning Zhongze's persistent questioning, Yue Yuchen recounted the relationship between Hao Datong and the Seven Masters of Quanzhen, as well as the relationship between Quanzhen and Huashan Sects. He pointed out that the Huashan Heart Sutra is the Quanzhen Great Dao Song, and the Huashan Swordplay was created by the founder based on the Quanzhen Swordplay and the terrain of Huashan Mountain.

Only at this moment did Yue Buqun and Ning Zhongze learn about the lineage of their sect, which made Yue Buqun feel extremely ashamed.

“These clues can be found in the scriptures in the library, and they are also recorded in the notes left by the patriarch.”

Ning Zhongze breathed a sigh of relief when he heard his eldest disciple say this. Since this martial art could be related to the sect's founder, he was not afraid of being ridiculed by the martial arts world for stealing the skill, and his eldest disciple would not bear the stigma of stealing the skill.

Yue Buqun took the silk scroll from his disciple and nodded, clearly more interested in martial arts.