Chapter 4

Xiao Yin, adorned with the "Fire Jade Ring," naturally fears neither cold nor heat. Even without the Fire Jade Ring, his cultivation level renders him completely unafraid. At this moment, draped in that coat and observing the bold gaze of the hotel father and son, a warm feeling unexpectedly rises within him

After a long while, the young man exclaimed with great admiration, "Yinhe, you are a genius! I have been studying this Eagle Strike technique for a year, thinking myself exceptionally clever, yet you have only seen it once, without even learning the mental method, and you have already grasped its essence." He said with excitement and regret, "If only you had learned it earlier, you would undoubtedly be invincible by now, and tomorrow you would easily win the championship."

He let out a gentle sigh, saying "Old age brings new beginnings," yet smiled faintly, thinking to himself: it seems he has become an old man with a youthful appearance, which is truly remarkable

Xiao Yin said: "Please go ahead, boss"

A river in spring | Water connects the collar

Three people received their badges, while Xiao Yin noticed that the hotel owner seemed to have some physical issues, as if he had difficulty with his legs. Furthermore, it was observed that the three were all ranked beyond one hundred. Suddenly recalling the acupuncture techniques of the Huangfu family, a plan began to form in her mind

Xiao Yin and Xin Dao regarded this black jade pearl as the most ordinary piece of jewelry he carried on him, and at that moment, he did not think much of it, saying: "I am short of silver; if your esteemed shop is willing, I am prepared to sell it at a discounted price"

The lady's heart is immersed in the willow by the window

This is the method of cultivating fighting energy practiced by the Eastern aristocratic families. Within a person's body, there are inherently three dantians. The upper dantian, Baihui acupoint, can be used to cast magic, while the lower dantian, Qihai acupoint, can be used to unleash true essence. The middle dantian, Shanzhong acupoint, serves merely as an intermediary point. However, after a century of refinement by the Eastern aristocratic families, a method to absorb the essence of heaven and earth has finally been developed, allowing for the incorporation of this essence into the body through the Jueque acupoint. As the level of fighting energy cultivation increases, the absorption rate becomes faster, and the fighting energy grows stronger. This is especially true during the early morning or late at night when the essence of heaven and earth is most concentrated.

Xiao Yin understood that the town had few visitors, and naturally there were no other guests, so it was referring to herself, which moved her deeply. After circulating her true energy within her body for a round on the bed, she then walked to the backyard

At that very moment, a strong man on stage was practicing with a spear. He was performing a trick, but his hand accidentally slipped, and the spear flew out of his grip, hurtling heavily towards Xiao Yin and Mu Sang.

He had no silver from the Dragon Heaven Continent on him, so he went to the only nearby money exchange. He took out a black pearl from his storage ring, one that could be seen everywhere in the Holy Maiden Sky City. The owner took it carefully, examined it closely, and his face suddenly showed a look of surprise, but then he shook his head in disappointment.

Xiao Yin smiled gently. However, the young man said, "In the Longtian Continent, martial arts are practiced everywhere. If Brother Yinhe has no martial skills at all, that would be unfortunate. How about this: I learned a rather visually appealing and easy-to-master routine before, and I can teach it to you, Brother. " He observed Xiao Yin's splendid attire and refined appearance, and since he assumed that Yinhe had never practiced martial arts, he was particularly eager for Xiao Yin to learn. At this moment, he emphasized the words "visually appealing," insisting that Xiao Yin should learn.

Xiao Yin and Zao Ting heard the sound of the wind behind them, but he could not reveal his martial arts skills. Therefore, he pretended to slip and then fell forward, pulling Mu Sang down with him.

The original Dark Teach is the largest evil cult on the Longtian Continent, with a power that has already surpassed that of the six major families. Ordinary people tremble in fear at the mere mention of the Dark Teach's name

Musang felt unsteady on his feet, only to realize that a bullet had just grazed over his head, causing him to break out in a cold sweat. When he turned around, he found Xiao Yinha and had already fallen to the ground. He quickly helped Xiao Yinha up, who, feeling embarrassed, said: "Brother Musang, I apologize, I accidentally pulled you down."

Xiao Yin said lightly: "What is there to say about the teachings of the earth? I am by no means a person of the earth's teachings"

Moreover, the dream of youth is revisited

Xiao Yin, unable to resist the stubbornness of the other party, had no choice but to learn a technique taught by them. To Xiao Yin, this technique was naturally quite ordinary, but he sensed the sincerity of the other party and thus learned it with exceptional seriousness. When he executed the move, although he did not use any real strength, an invisible aura emanated from his entire being, leaving the father and son at the hotel dumbfounded.

Then one can hold one's head high, and even become a member of the city guard, donning armor for the benefit of all. The youth spoke with longing and without any ulterior motives, saying, "Even if one only wins second or third place, at the moment of receiving the award, countless beautiful women in the audience will cast envious glances at you"

Xiao Yin said to Han Xiao: "I have studied the art of acupuncture before"

At this moment, Xiao Yin has already cultivated to the seventh level of mastery, while Mo Lei, the guest elder of the Dongfang family who taught him the fighting energy, has only reached the eighth level. However, he has never been satisfied with himself, which is why he continues to practice diligently without pause

Xiao Yin and Han Xiao remained silent, while at that moment, Mu Sang and the strong man were engaged in a drinking contest. Xiao Yin then went with Mu Yi to the inner room of the tavern, where her fingers moved like lightning, tapping on Mu Yi's body repeatedly more than ten times.

Xiao Yin asked curiously, "Can outsiders participate?"

The feelings of gain and loss in youth

The scene just now was thrilling, yet it nearly made the hearts of those young girls leap out of their chests. Seeing that Xiao Yin was unharmed, they finally withdrew their gazes.

At that moment, the burly man hurriedly ran down from the stage, repeatedly apologizing to Xiao Yin and Mu Sang. The two had already escaped danger, and since the other party acted without malice, they naturally did not take offense. Moreover, everyone here was known for their straightforwardness, so they patted each other on the shoulders. The burly man insisted on taking the three of them to drink and calm their nerves. Unable to refuse, and with some time left before the next competition, they went to a nearby tavern.

Xiao Yin often left the city with Long Xiaoxiao in the past, but each time they returned hurriedly after completing their tasks. This is the first time she has her own leisure time, and she feels quite pleased about it

The winter is harsh. The next day, Xiao Yin woke up just as dawn was breaking. Every night, while dreaming, he would automatically practice the breathing technique of the Holy Maiden's Heavenly City, allowing him to feel fully refreshed after only two to three hours of sleep

Xiao Yin remained silent with a smile. He then took out a dozen gold needles from his storage ring and, in an instant, pierced Mu Yi's acupoints. Following that, Xiao Yin channeled his true energy and slowly infused it into Mu Yi's body. Mu Yi felt a warm sensation wherever the true energy flowed, and soon he experienced a sense of comfort throughout his entire body. Not only did the discomfort in his legs and feet ease, but the true energy within him also became vigorous.

The young man smiled and said, "It doesn't matter if you can't fight; tomorrow I will take you on a tour. With the charm of Yin and his brothers, I guarantee we will bring back the title of the most handsome man."

Xiao Yin said softly, "If the uncle believes me, I am willing to give it a try for him"

Xiao Yin and Bu Zhi Suo Yi Ran, at this moment, heard the sound of hooves approaching. It was over a hundred armored knights closing in on them. However, despite being surrounded, Xiao Yin and Bu Zhi Suo Yi Ran regarded it with indifference.

Xiao Yin said: "Yesterday, Brother Musang imparted his skills to me, for which I am immensely grateful."

As the two men exited the tavern, although Musang had been drinking, he was taken aback by the sight of his father looking so spirited and thus asked. Mu Yi waved his hand, knowing that Xiao Yin's decision to conceal his martial skills was naturally for a reason.

This maneuver, however, narrowly evaded the attack of that gun

Xiao Yin pondered for a moment and then said, "We are the same, aren't we?" Today, he was determined to let Musang win two championships, and he simultaneously decided to participate, choosing the same events as Musang. However, the hotel owner opted for equestrianism and archery.

Seeing the grateful gaze from Xiao Yinhé, Musan smiled and patted Xiao Yinhé on the shoulder. After the three casually had breakfast, just as they were about to leave, the owner draped a mink coat over Xiao Yinhé, saying, "Your clothing is too thin; be careful not to catch a chill."

After about a quarter of an hour, Xiao Yin and the others finally heard sounds coming from the adjacent room, likely indicating that the hotel owner and his son had woken up. In an instant, they returned to their room. Then, they heard a sound of exhalation, "Heh Ha," from the courtyard, which was indeed the voice of the young man Musang. Following that, the hotel owner whispered, "Don't make noise; others are sleeping." Musang's voice promptly disappeared.

Walking along the mountain path to the east of Saint Maiden City, they arrived at a small town by night. Although the journey was remote, countless butterflies fluttered about, a characteristic of Longtian Continent. Xiao Yin and her companion, accompanied by butterflies, strolled under the moonlight, filled with a strong sense of adventure

The young man nodded with a smile, picked up the bow once again, and continued to practice archery attentively under the guidance of the hotel owner

After the boss finished speaking, he said to Xiao Yin, "Such a place is seldom frequented by people; how could a young brother like you come here?"

Upon entering the town, he saw some children playing, who all turned their gazes towards him, their faces showing considerable fear. As Xiao Yin approached, he and the books all ran away, saying in terror: "They are coming, they are coming..."

The knight at the forefront, seeing Xiao Yin at such a young age and possessing a handsome and graceful demeanor, immediately questioned, "You are not a person from the Earthly Sect, are you?"

The chrysanthemum tower shyly embraces the warm mountain mist

He was unaware that just this one smile had attracted the attention of many women around him. These women rarely ventured out, but today, the competition provided a perfect opportunity to showcase their talents and meet new people, so each of them was dressed exceptionally beautifully. At this moment, seeing such a handsome and charismatic young man in the small town was a rare sight, and naturally, they couldn't help but steal a few more glances. Some of the bolder ones had even begun to inquire with those nearby about the young man's background.

Xiao Yin and Yi Zheng thought that this pearl was fake. This time, he had taken some precious exotic items from the Holy Maiden's Heavenly City, and casually picked up over a hundred black pearls. To their surprise, at this moment, the bank owner regretfully handed the pearl back to Xiao Yin and said: "This item is a rare black jade pearl, which can enhance magic. Even if the entire bank were sold, it would not be enough to buy half of this pearl."

Several individuals walked back to the arena, and those women began to whisper among themselves upon seeing Xiao Yinhé. Subsequently, some of the women blushed deeply, while others playfully struck each other, stealing glances at Xiao Yinhé.

He then donned his purple silk garments, stepped out of the room, and stood quietly in the courtyard, absorbing the essence of heaven and earth into himself

Xiao Yin returned to the hotel and walked to the back room, where under the faint moonlight, the hotel owner was instructing a boy of about sixteen or seventeen to draw a bow, saying: "It doesn't matter if you don't win the championship in tomorrow's competition, but don't disgrace our family's reputation."

The boss displayed a look of astonishment, and upon seeing Xiao Yin's sincere expression, he said: "This pearl is lustrous and radiant; if it were in Longtian City, it could be worth ten thousand taels of silver. My shop has been in operation for several years, and the capital is only five thousand taels. If you are willing, my shop is prepared to make a deal with you."

He knew that Xiao Yinhé was helping him enhance his skills, and the expression in his eyes revealed boundless gratitude. This treatment took about half a quarter of an hour to complete. Xiao Yinhé withdrew his vital energy, showing no signs of fatigue at all. Mu Yi was even more astonished.

He arrived at a tavern, ordered some appetizers, and from the words of the owner, learned that some time ago, outsiders had come to this town and loudly announced that in a few days, the local authority would be taken over by the church. Naturally, the townspeople were dissatisfied, and given that martial arts were prevalent in the Dragon Heaven Continent, they immediately formed a knightly order, preparing to resist with all their might

Xiao Yinhe, seeing how concerned the boss was for him, thought to himself that he must help the town get through this difficult time. He did not refuse and smiled, nodding to the boss, saying: "I am deeply grateful for your kindness. My surname is Xiao, and my given name is Yinhe. You may call me Xiaohe."

Xiao Yin and Wei Wei smiled and said: "I have always enjoyed traveling through mountains and waters, but I accidentally lost my way while coming here for sightseeing"

At that moment, Musan's expression changed in surprise, and he whispered, "Ziyin." Xiao Yin followed his gaze and discovered a stunning young girl, around fifteen or sixteen years old, with a slightly flushed complexion, dressed in orange. Her skin was flawless, and her eyes sparkled with intelligence, causing his heart to skip a beat. He had seen countless beauties in the Holy Maiden Heavenly City, yet he was captivated by the girl before him. Compared to Long Xiang'er, who had an extra touch of cuteness, she excelled in her watery shyness, evoking a deep sense of tenderness in others.

Mu Yi displayed a look of shock. Although Xiao Yin and He acted one after the other, it felt to him as if they had simultaneously struck his acupoints in an instant. He exclaimed in astonishment, "Young master, with your martial skills, there is absolutely no one in this small town who can match you. Just now, you deliberately avoided that spear, didn't you? I never expected that you possess such martial prowess yet choose not to flaunt it, instead remaining humble. It truly makes me feel ashamed."

Xiao Yinhé stepped forward, only to be greeted with a smile by the owner. It was then that Xiao Yinhé learned that the town held an annual competition, in which nearly all the martial artists in the town participated. The events included archery, martial arts, and magic, divided into male and female categories for both adults and youths. Although recent events had occurred in the area, the enthusiasm for the competition remained undiminished.

The knight, upon seeing Xiao Yin's extraordinary demeanor, said: "In this remote little town, it is rare for outsiders to visit, and we hope you will forgive any offenses. " He added, "The people here are known for their hospitality, and I hope the young hero can spend a pleasant day here"

Xiao Yin gently patted his shoulder and said with profound meaning: "As long as you put in the effort, everything will come to you." He resolved in his heart that he would help the other person win the championship tomorrow

However, the stunning young girl Zi Yin turned pale with fright. When she saw that Xiao Yin was unharmed, a flush suddenly appeared on her face. After gazing deeply at him for a moment, she then walked away

He has been well-versed in poetry since childhood, and at that moment, he recited a seven-character regulated verse

At this moment, the streets are already bustling with activity. The three individuals walk towards the town's arena, and after just a hundred steps, they can already hear the lively sounds coming from within. The arena is vast, and as Xiao Yin and the others enter, they find themselves amidst a sea of people. There are eight areas in total, divided into male and female categories for archery, martial arts, equestrian skills, and magic.

The young man naturally learned the name of Xiao Yinhé from the hotel owner. At this moment, he said: "The town has never had restrictions in this regard; everyone primarily engages in friendly sparring." Seeing Xiao Yinhé's kind expression, he handed the bow to Xiao Yinhé and said: "Give it a try."

Mu Yi nodded in astonishment and said, "Indeed, I was once a knight." When he mentioned "knight," he appeared quite pleased with himself, and then added, "It was just that I accidentally fell off my horse, injuring my bones. At that time, the priest and the - map - book were not by my side, and by the time I received treatment, my right leg had already become somewhat inconvenient."

Xiao Yin smiled and said, "So what if we win the championship?"

At a registration office, the father and son, Xiao Yinhé and Mu Sang, arrived. Mu Sang then asked Xiao Yinhé, "I am registering for archery and martial arts; what about you, brother Yinhé?"

The boss said: "Young brother, you have a refined taste, but there are many strange beasts appearing nearby, which poses great danger. It is best for you to travel in the company of others. However, it is rare for our humble establishment to have a distant friend visit. Regardless of how many days you stay, our establishment will provide complimentary hospitality. I hope you will not stand on ceremony here." It was evident that the boss, upon seeing Xiao Yin's extraordinary demeanor, felt a desire to befriend him.

Xiao Yin and Mu Sang had already grown accustomed to such a spectacle in the Holy Maiden's Heavenly City, but Mu Sang felt both surprised and shy. Whenever he spoke to a woman, he would blush; at this moment, with the gazes of more than ten women upon him, he did not dare to lift his head. He knew very well that they were secretly watching Xiao Yin, yet his heart continued to race.

Mu Yi exclaimed in surprise, "Such an old injury, over ten years, is beyond the help of even advanced treatment methods"

It turned out that yesterday he saw Xiao Yin and Sui Mu Sang practicing martial arts earnestly, and he thought that Xiao Yin had never learned any martial arts at all

The river willows will part, and the flute will sound clear at the edge.

It is difficult to fully express one's family sentiments in a flat landscape

Mu Yixin was greatly astonished, for it is known that those who understand the art of acupuncture are exceedingly rare, and they can directly become high-ranking priests, a profession that is a hundred times more sought after than that of a knight. A look of joy appeared on his face as he said, "So I was mistaken; you, young master, are indeed an extraordinary person"

Even as one grows old, the hands still gather fresh blooms

Xiao Yin waved her hand and said, "I am not very skilled in martial arts, so I will not embarrass myself."

The hotel owner, Mu Yi, smiled and said, "Little brother, the competition is about to start, and we were just about to call you."

The robust man was a heavy drinker, raising his cup repeatedly. At this moment, Xiao Yin secretly asked the hotel owner, Mu Yi, "Uncle, have you ever been injured?"

Musang, still feeling a lingering fear, said: "If it weren't for your fall just now, we might have been pierced through by that gun." The gun was thrown from three meters away, with such tremendous force that it plunged into the ground, embedding itself a foot deep, still trembling uncontrollably

The young man appeared to be quite simple-minded. Upon seeing his peer, Xiao Yin, he said: "Are you and Brother Yin also going to participate in tomorrow's competition?"

Xiao Yin and Zhi Dao agreed that on the Longtian Continent, merely ten taels of silver would suffice for an ordinary citizen's expenses for an entire month. The moneylender then promptly issued a written receipt and also provided Xiao Yin with one thousand taels in banknotes to carry with him

Xiao Yin and Yi Xiao said, "Thank you for your kind intentions." The knights no longer surrounded him, and Xiao Yin was able to pass through. However, a question lingered in his mind: Could it be that the Church has taken an interest in this remote place?

If the young master does not reject it, this humble shop is willing to gift sixty percent of its shares, and the young master's pearl shall serve as the joining item. What are the young master's thoughts on this matter?