Chapter 8, Four Symbols Step

Did Second Brother really not anticipate that we would be spending the night in the forest tonight

After Huang Rong landed, she continued to demonstrate the final move: "If the enemy's attack is truly unavoidable, then learn the method of the Xuanwu to retract and protect your head and vital points. Second brother, do you remember all of this?"

Then, you practice, and I will provide corrections

Huang Rong said: "I have no desire to be the leader of this group of beggars; Second Brother, you just love to joke."

Huang Rong made a sound of acknowledgment, neither agreeing nor disagreeing. She found herself somewhat perplexed by this second brother, sensing an air of mystery about him. However, recalling her own disguise as a man, her father residing on Peach Blossom Island, and the fact that her elder brother had not fully revealed his identity either, she felt a sense of relief; everyone has their secrets.

Jia Liyu was about to respond when he heard a person with a northern accent say: "Elder Li, we have just learned that the Four Ghosts of the Yellow River are currently plotting against a young man who has just arrived from the grasslands"

When formidable enemies pursue, one should be like a green dragon, plunging straight into the deep sea, never hesitating to look back. Huang Rong's figure was like a ghost, vanishing in an instant.

Huang Rong smiled and shot a sideways glance at Jia Liyu, then deliberately provoked him by asking: "Second Brother, since you are so skilled in divination, why don't you predict how the Four Ghosts of the Yellow River will deal with Elder Brother?"

"It is not that Er Ge is joking, but rather that Er Ge has the ability to discern and predict." Jia Liyu smiled at Huang Rong and said, "Third brother, your bone structure is remarkable, with a feminine appearance despite being male. If Er Ge is not mistaken, you will surely become a leader among beggars in the future"

In this forest

Huang Rong, upon hearing the sounds in the forest, chuckled and said: "To deal with those four fools, is it really necessary to hold such a serious meeting? These beggars are probably not very clever either. Second brother, why don't we just leave?"

Huang Rong laughed heartily and after a while said, "Second brother, you do not understand martial arts. Tomorrow, facing an enemy may be dangerous. I will teach you a set of my own creation for evasion and maneuvering, to be used in case of emergency."

Jia Liyu smiled and said: "Because the master wants you, the third brother, to do it."

I remember

It has been calculated! Jia Liyu suddenly said with a serious expression: "It turns out that the Four Ghosts of the Yellow River, aware of their own limited martial skills and unable to match my elder brother, have actually invited their master uncle, Hou Tonghai, to deal with him."

Huang Rong looked at Jia Liyu again and said, "Why does Second Brother seem like an old hand at this?"

Although the purpose of coming to the world of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" was solely to learn martial arts and there were no particular thoughts about Huang Rong, at this moment, riding together with her and having physical contact, even though she was in tattered clothes, her soft voice and gentle demeanor inevitably stirred feelings of infatuation in Jia Liyu

A doctor does not treat himself, and a diviner does not predict for himself" Jia Liyu feigned complaint as he spoke

"Indeed," Huang Rong affirmed, "Moreover, Second Brother, as you can see, this area in the forest is spacious and more suitable for your practice than the inn."

Jia Liyuxin said: "Huang Rong's words are not alarmist; given Huang Yaoshi's foul temper, if he were to find out that someone had learned the martial arts of Peach Blossom Island, he would either kill them or render them useless." He smiled and added, "Having learned this set of techniques from my elder brother, I am already quite satisfied; the principle of not overindulging applies to both literature and martial arts."

Upon hearing the title "Four Ghosts of the Yellow River," Jia Liyu immediately recalled the four comical figures from "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" who were humorously suspended upside down by Huang Rong. As mere supporting characters, their martial arts skills were meager, and their intelligence was quite concerning, making it hard to justify the use of a term like "ferocious" to describe them.

At this point, Huang Rong paused briefly and continued: "Second Brother, when you walk, breathe and exhale according to the method described by Elder Brother, with your tongue pressed against the roof of your mouth. Then, try to keep the length of each step consistent, avoid walking flat, and maintain your body as if sitting on a horse or standing in a boat, taking bumpy steps."

Huang Rong hesitated for a moment and said, "If it weren't for my father's eccentric temperament, I would certainly teach everything I have learned to my second brother, but..." Huang Rong shook her head in difficulty, "If my father were to find out that my second brother has learned his skills, he might kill you"

The Dominator Among Beggars? Huang Rong displayed curiosity: "What is that?"

Jia Liyu smiled and nodded

Huang Rong curiously asked: "If you are going to do it, why only be the deputy leader instead of the leader?"

Indeed

Second brother, pay attention! After Huang Rong finished speaking, her body swayed and she executed the Four Symbols Step

Huang Rong suddenly realized: "I see, Second Brother, do you have any ideas?"

Huang Rong's expression also became serious as she nodded her head

Jia Liyu's heart stirred, and he patted Huang Rong, saying: "Continue speaking, elder brother."

Jia Liyu indeed extended his right hand, solemnly pinching his index and middle fingers with his thumb, while murmuring "Mount Tai in the east, Mount Hua in the west, the twelve zodiac signs, metal, wood, water, fire," which elicited a light laugh from Huang Rong

Surrounded on all sides, with no way to support oneself, transforming into the Vermilion Bird, spreading its wings and soaring high. As she spoke, her body spun, and she leapt into the air like a sparrow, her posture graceful and difficult to describe

Jia Liyu said: "As the saying goes, two fists cannot compete with four hands. Third brother, you are clever and versatile, with high martial arts skills, so you may not fear them. However, elder brother is honest and lacks experience in the martial world, which may lead to him suffering losses."

It was precisely because I had heard so many stories of the rivers and lakes that I thought of leaving home to venture into the world.

Hao Tonghai? Huang Rong said with some doubt: "If my junior disciple is such a fool, then my master uncle may not have any real skills either"

After Jia Liyu, Huang Rong, and Guo Jing had finished, the sky was already getting late. Jia Liyu suggested, "Third brother, let's take a bath first, and then we can go to the inn."

Jia Liyu originally intended to go to the inn early to practice the internal martial arts techniques taught by Guo Jing, completely forgetting about the gathering in the Black Pine Forest. At this moment, it was only with Huang Rong's reminder that he suddenly came to his senses. Upon reflection, he realized that he had received the notification about this gathering shortly after arriving in the射雕 world, which might be a hidden quest. Just as he was about to agree, he heard Huang Rong say: "I know that Second Brother wants to find a place to practice the sleeping technique taught by Elder Brother, but how could you forget, Second Brother? The method taught by Elder Brother is not just about sleeping; it also includes walking and sitting."

Jia Liyu understood the profound background of Huang Rong's family and possessed exceptional insight. His words could not possibly be without purpose. He nodded in silent acknowledgment and followed the instructions. However, after walking for a short distance, he found it difficult to maintain balance; when he focused on his breathing, he forgot to adjust his steps, and when he concentrated on his steps, he could not regulate his breathing. The most critical issue was that his mind was filled with chaotic thoughts, making it impossible for him to calm down.

Second brother

Jia Liyu's journey in martial arts officially began under the supervision of Huang Rong, starting with the Four Symbols Steps

As expected by Jiali Yu, the mental cultivation techniques transmitted by Huang Rong are indeed inextricably linked to the techniques taught by Guo Jing, mutually communicating and integrating. Jiali Yu diligently memorizes and comprehends them.

Haha ... ...

Well, still a beggar

Confronting the enemy head-on, with no place to escape, one should act like a white tiger descending the mountain, appearing to attack while actually retreating. Huang Rong returned from a distance and quickly rushed towards Jia Liyu, who instinctively dodged. Unexpectedly, before Huang Rong reached him, she turned and left.

This set of footwork is called the Four Symbols Steps, which includes the Azure Dragon Returning to the Sea, the White Tiger Descending the Mountain, the Vermilion Bird Soaring to the Sky, and the Black Tortoise Concealing the Body. I will first impart to you the mental formula and then demonstrate each move one by one

Huang Rong nodded and said: "Therefore, as long as we lie in ambush near this black pine forest, we can wait for the right moment to act and assist elder brother."

"Indeed it is," Huang Rong said as she turned over and mounted her horse, calling out to Jia Liyu, "Second Brother, mount your horse."

Jia Liyu exclaimed: "The Beggar's Sect truly deserves to be called the number one sect in the world; they indeed have a unique method for gathering information. If I could manage to secure a position as a deputy leader in the future, it would not be in vain for this trip."

Fortunately, the red horse moved swiftly, and in the blink of an eye, they had arrived at the pine forest. After dismounting, just as they were about to enter the woods, a righteous voice suddenly echoed from within: "These Four Ghosts of the Yellow River have allied themselves with their master to submit to the Jin people, willingly becoming their lackeys. Now, emboldened by the power of the Jin Zhao royal court and their master, the 'Dragon King of the Ghost Gate,' they are rampaging here, committing all manner of evil. Our gathering today is to discuss a plan to eliminate these four scoundrels and rid the people of their harm"

Father said that the path of martial arts is easy to speak of but difficult to practice, and that Second Brother must not be anxious

It is precisely this black pine forest

Then I must trouble you, Third Brother. Jia Liyu is well aware of Huang Rong's abilities; teaching her disciples far surpasses that of Guo Jing. What he refers to as his self-created martial arts is mostly a method he devised on the spot to help himself comprehend the internal martial arts principles taught by Guo Jing.

Jia Liyu said: "The three-headed Jiao Hou Tonghai is known as one of the five great masters under Zhao Wangye Wanyan Honglie, and he has a reputation in the martial world. He will undoubtedly take pride in his status and will not directly confront elder brother. I suspect that he will follow the rules of the martial world and instruct the Four Ghosts to arrange a meeting with elder brother and a few of his esteemed teachers. Third brother, what do you think is the most suitable place near Zhangjiakou for a meeting and duel?"

Huang Rong said: "Then we shall wait until tomorrow"

After the gathering of the Beggar's Sect concluded and the crowd dispersed, Huang Rong and Jia Li Yu led their horses into the forest. Jia Li Yu said, "It is already late in the day; they are unlikely to come now."

Ah?

Third brother is intelligent

Huang Rong, upon hearing Jiali Yu's words, briefly displayed a look of embarrassment on her face before changing the subject, saying: "I remember that Second Brother mentioned he would be gathering at the Black Pine Forest this evening. Let us go and take a look together."