Chapter 3, Wolf Peak
"Yes, as soon as I return home, I will immediately send someone over. Please rest assured, Third Young Master." Ouyang Liang felt very pleased to be able to serve the Third Young Master, realizing that he would not be beaten, and his mood suddenly became a bit lighter.
Just like that, you can go back. I said to him softly as I looked at him
The other children suddenly felt no trace of the terror from earlier and immediately ran away, leaving only Ouyang Liang, who was somewhat taken care of, still pale-faced as before
I am well aware of his thoughts, and I said: "Ouyang Liang, how is the mother of Wolf Peak doing now, ah?"
His mother is currently at my residence, receiving treatment. Ouyang Liang immediately responded, his face covered in sweat, fearing that if he answered slowly, I would punish him
In his previous life, Zhang Xingfeng belonged to the Tianxin Sect, which is a relatively large sect in the realm of cultivation. Ordinary individuals typically begin by learning the Taiji Yin-Yang Technique, the Xuan Yin Technique, or the Xuan Yang Technique. The Xuan Yin Technique and the Xuan Yang Technique, when combined, form the Taiji Yin-Yang Technique. Naturally, if a person possesses fire and metal attributes, the effectiveness of cultivating the Xuan Huo Technique is significantly greater. Those with water attributes can cultivate the Xuan Yin Technique, while those with earth and wood attributes find the Taiji Yin-Yang Technique to be more effective. Each of these three techniques has nine levels, corresponding to nine ranks of martial arts proficiency. Upon reaching the later stages of the Valley-Breaking phase, one can cultivate the sect's treasured Heart Classic, which is the foundational text of the Tianxin Sect. Only the sect leader, the next generation of sect leaders, and a few extremely senior elders are qualified to view this classic. Ordinary disciples, upon reaching the Valley-Breaking phase, can only cultivate the Tian Ling Technique. Of course, the Tian Ling Technique is also an exceptionally advanced technique. Otherwise, how could it become the most prominent and widely practiced technique throughout the entire Tianxin Sect?
"Yes, yes, yes," Ouyang Liang nodded incessantly like a chick pecking at food from a book. He had long been intimidated by my presence to the point of being unable to think. He could only hope that I would let him go
The six major nations of the entire Qinglong Continent place great importance on the martial arts community. They have even established an alliance and formulated an alliance agreement, the contents of which are as follows: First, all martial artists must go to the National Martial Arts Departments in various cities to assess their strength. They are categorized into nine ranks: Ninth Rank, Eighth Rank, Seventh Rank, Sixth Rank, Fifth Rank, Fourth Rank, Third Rank, Second Rank, and First Rank. The rank corresponds to an official title of the same level. Ranks from Ninth to Sixth are considered postnatal experts, while Fifth and Fourth Ranks are approximately at the Opening Light stage of strength. Third and Second Ranks are roughly at the Fusion stage, whereas First Rank martial artists have reached the Valley-Breaking stage. All martial artists across the continent are subject to state regulation, and those who violate this will face pursuit from the entire continent. The reason for this strictness is that these nations have experienced rebellions by martial artists in the past, most notably the Jin Kingdom and the Ming Dynasty, which both relied on the martial arts community to ultimately overthrow the original regimes and establish their current powers. The second item of the agreement prohibits the establishment of organizations such as martial arts alliances, and spontaneous hero gatherings or martial arts conferences are also forbidden. Most importantly, the emergence of figures akin to the leaders of such gatherings is strictly prohibited, with severe consequences for any violations.
I gazed faintly at the departing figure of Ouyang Liang and smiled. Turning around, I walked towards the already fallen Wolf Feng, gently picking him up and heading home. Of course, Xiang Yu and A Xing were conveniently brought back with me. The reason I carried Wolf Feng home was that he was currently practicing the sixth level of the Tai Chi Yin-Yang Technique, which was the most crucial moment. I feared that apart from me, Zhang Xingfeng, there was no one else in this world who could confidently bring Wolf Feng back to their place without disturbing him. It is important to note that the Tai Chi Yin-Yang Technique is the most fundamental cultivation method of the Tianxin Sect.
Ouyang Liang felt a surge of joy in his heart, hardly able to believe that he had treated the Third Young Master in such a manner, yet the Third Young Master had so easily let him off the hook. Nevertheless, he immediately replied, "Thank you, Third Young Master, thank you, Third Young Master. I will ensure that I send Wolf Feng's mother to your residence right away. I shall take my leave now." Ouyang Liang left immediately, fearing that any delay might lead to unforeseen changes.
Ouyang Feng looked up at the Third Young Master, his face turning pale once again. He recalled his earlier actions and glanced at the unconscious Lang Feng. His whole body trembled, and he immediately crawled to Zhang Xingfeng's feet, bowing his head vigorously: "Third Young Master, you are magnanimous, please spare me. I will never dare again, I will never dare again"
A-Xing also stepped forward and said fiercely: "And I am here too, you better be careful."
Several other children around unexpectedly collapsed to the ground. Shangguan Xiangyu (the younger sister Xiangyu) and Murong Xing (the one known as A Xing) were astonished to find that some of the other children were lying on the ground, while those standing had pale faces. However, the two of them felt nothing at all. Of course, I was blocking that pressure for these two kids. This Wolf Feng is truly talented; at such a young age, he has already reached the realm of a sixth-grade master (see note below) through his innate ability, exuding a sense of pressure that is a capability only possessed by innate masters. This Wolf Feng, relying on his talent, is already close to the innate realm, and with his natural wildness, he is able to exert pressure. The more I observe this kid, the more I like him.
Oh, is that so? Regarding the books, you will send Wolf Peak's mother to my residence at Xingfeng Pavilion, understood?
At this moment, Lang Feng was filled with strength, indeed at his most powerful since childhood, and he had never felt such confidence. His tiger-like eyes shone brightly as he stared at his opponent, but when I looked at him, I smiled and thought to myself, I will let you know what true power is. My body suddenly straightened, and an overwhelming momentum surged towards Lang Feng.
Sister Xiangyu stepped forward and said, "Stinky Ouyang, you better be careful in the future. If you keep talking like this, not only will Brother Feng not cause you trouble, but I will also beat you up, hum."
My realm is, of course, easily controlled in a fixed place. Looking at the wolf's edge, panting heavily, I realize that this kid is truly strong. I know that the longer he persists, the more it will benefit his mental strength.
I smiled gently and said, "Young Master Ouyang, you need not be so nervous; how could I possibly blame you? Please get up, quickly. Ah, don't do that." As I spoke, I went to help him. Ouyang Liang stood up trembling, not daring to lift his head.
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I gazed at this persistent young man, observing the two lines of tears on his face, and I felt an inexplicable shock; it seemed there was a hidden story behind this. I slowly approached him, placing my right hand gently on the crown of his head, gradually channeling a pure innate energy. Ah, what a magnificent life force! My spiritual perception could sense that this life force was about three times that of an ordinary person. No wonder he could reach such a level solely based on his talent. Allow me to lend you a helping hand. I increased the output of my energy, guiding his internal power using the Tai Chi Yin-Yang technique. My innate energy merged with his, causing it to rapidly grow. I looked up at Ouyang Liang, a subtle aura pressing down on him, gradually releasing a pure innate energy. Ah, what a magnificent life force! My spiritual perception could sense that this life force was about three times that of an ordinary person. No wonder he could reach such a level solely based on his talent. Allow me to lend you a helping hand. I increased the output of my energy, guiding his internal power using the Tai Chi Yin-Yang technique. My innate energy merged with his, causing it to rapidly grow. I looked up at Ouyang Liang, a subtle aura pressing down on him. I smiled as I observed him; this little child had managed to master the wolf's edge so thoroughly.
The entire martial arts world is centered around the national martial arts academies of various countries, which house far more secret manuals than the Sutra Repository of Shaolin. Among them, the national martial arts academy of the Ming Dynasty possesses the most extensive collection of these manuals, yet the tuition fee is a staggering 50,000 taels of silver per year. This is not an amount that an ordinary wealthy family can afford. Nevertheless, the major tycoons and their sons still compete to enroll, for in this era, the more formidable one's martial skills, the greater the assurance of life. After all, how pitiful would it be to earn money in the future but have no life to spend it? Of course, they could hire bodyguards, but is it better to entrust one's life to others or to oneself, and then hire a few bodyguards?
I was astonished to discover that this Wolf Feng was no ordinary person; I could clearly sense the feeling of being targeted by a beast. It seems that this Wolf Feng is a remarkably gifted individual. I couldn't help but want to subdue him. After a moment, I had already thought of a brilliant idea. In fact, it was quite simple: defeat Wolf Feng and intimidate that Ouyang Liang. Ha ha, at this moment, Wolf Feng was surprised to find that the Third Young Master in front of him showed no reaction to his imposing presence, which made him uneasy. Could it be that I would lose this time? No, I cannot allow that; for my mother, I must defeat this Third Young Master. Mother... Mother... I will not lose, I will not lose. Suddenly, Wolf Feng realized that the energy flow within him had begun to show signs of liquefaction. Suddenly, his mind shook, and an inexplicable pressure emanated from Wolf Feng's body, filling the entire venue.
At this moment, Ouyang Liang's face was as pale as death. Although the oppressive aura was something that Wolf Feng had just comprehended and posed no real harm to the human body, it was still quite effective against a pampered child like Ouyang Liang. He desperately wanted to command Wolf Feng to retract that terrifying pressure, yet he found himself unable to utter a word in such a predicament. Just moments ago, when he mentioned a fight, most of the other children had already distanced themselves. As a result, the other children merely appeared pale and somewhat uncomfortable, with a few unfortunate ones standing too close. However, Ouyang Liang was eager to see Zhang Xingfeng defeated, which was why he stood so close, ultimately leading him to this dire situation, truly a case of self-inflicted suffering.
Wolf Peak gazed at the child before him, feeling an overwhelming terror. The pressure emanating from the child rendered him completely immobile. His mental strength was waning, and in the end, he was sustained solely by the belief in his mother. Gradually, his mind became increasingly blurred, and he knew he was destined to fail. His mother felt a deep pain in her heart, tears streaming down her face. Suddenly, everything went dark, and he lost all awareness, collapsing softly to the ground. His mother felt a deep pain in her heart, tears streaming down her face. Suddenly, everything went dark, and he lost all awareness, collapsing softly to the ground.
On the mainland, there are ten great masters, among which nine are first-tier martial artists. The ten great masters are: the King of Fists from the Ming Dynasty, Lie Ba; Daoist Saint Yi Yuanzi; Demon Lord Shi Yi; Zen Master Jing Yuan; the King of Spears from the Liao Kingdom, Murong Sheng; the Blade Emperor Tuo Ba Yuan; the King of Golden Wheels from the Yuan-Mongol; the God of War from the Jin Kingdom, Wan Yan Lie; the founder of the art of swordplay from Goryeo, Park Soo-sun; and the Sword Saint from the Imperial Universe, Matsushita Hibiichi. Among them, the King of Spears, Murong Sheng, is the only second-tier martial artist. From this, it can be inferred that Zhang Xingfeng has already reached the strength of the ten great masters, though only he himself knows this. If others were to find out that a six-year-old child has attained the first-tier realm, they would be so ashamed that they would want to find a piece of tofu to bash their heads against. Would they mobilize the entire martial world to capture Zhang Xingfeng and force him to reveal his cultivation secrets? Zhang Xingfeng, however, believes that not only would the entire martial world come looking for him, but even various nations would seek his secrets.