Chapter 4: Martial Arts Entering the Eye, Realms Forming on Their Own

However, Wuyazi is still unaware of where he is. Should I learn this Yang Finger or not? If I learn it, it might complicate things if I later wish to learn the Beiming Shen Gong. But if I don't learn it, who knows when I will have the chance to acquire the Beiming Shen Gong? Without a skill to rely on, I cannot count on having the same luck as Duan Yu; I might unexpectedly meet my end at any moment.

Since it is known that a sword duel may be taking place, Wang Lie would naturally not miss such a lively event, especially since it is also a good opportunity to gather martial arts skills

The two individuals ran with their arms outstretched, occasionally leaping, resembling two large geese. Wang Lie remarked.

For the next period of time, Wang Lie remained in the inn, spending his days either practicing in his room or dining in the inn's hall. His true qi, which had initially been barely perceptible, had now thickened to the width of a hair. The time taken to circulate it for one complete cycle had also decreased from one hour to three-quarters of an hour. Although there was progress, Wang Lie's Yiyang Finger still lacked any lethal force. Every night before going to bed after his practice, he would poke the table with his finger to test it. After a month, aside from his finger feeling sore, there were still no marks on the table. The time taken to circulate it for one complete cycle had also decreased from one hour to three-quarters of an hour. Although there was progress, Wang Lie's Yiyang Finger still lacked any lethal force. Every night before going to bed after his practice, he would poke the table with his finger to test it. After a month, aside from his finger feeling sore, there were still no marks on the table.

It truly is the cultivation method of the One Yang Finger. Wang Lie recalled it repeatedly and finally confirmed that after just seeing one move of the One Yang Finger, the entire set of techniques appeared in his mind. In the past, when reading time-travel novels, the protagonists always had cheat-like skills related to books, but now that it has happened to him, he found it hard to believe. Wang Lie sighed.

Although Wang Lie had not yet mastered lightness skill, he was young and strong. Moreover, the lightness skills of the two disciples from the Wuliang Sword Sect were not impressive either, and they were surprisingly followed by Wang Lie all the way to the mountain top. The two of them paid no attention to Wang Lie, as the location of the Wuliang Sword Sect was not a secret place, and they directly entered a building resembling a Taoist temple.

When Wang Lie, panting heavily, ran to the front of the Daoist temple and looked up to see the three large characters "Sword Lake Palace" on the plaque, the two had already crossed the courtyard and entered the main hall. At this moment, disciples of the Wuliang Sword Sect were engaged in martial arts competitions inside the hall, and surprisingly, there were no disciples on duty at the entrance.

Two people flashed past Wang Lie, causing the wind to lift the corners of his clothing. Wang Lie had just shaken his fan, his hand not pausing, when a sound echoed in his mind, "Ding—"

Understood—" the young man did not wait for Wang Lie to respond, but turned his head and continued to run forward

In the inn of Dali City, Wang Lie sat cross-legged on the bed. As long as he closed his eyes and reflected, that figure of light would appear in his mind, with lines of pulsating light clearly displaying the flow of true energy of the One Yang Finger.

I originally planned to travel around Yunnan and then seek out the Xiaoyao Sect to learn skills. Now that I have this ability, there is no need to rush to find a master. I just wonder if the other skills in the 'Tu' and 'Shu' have the same effect. If I can obtain the complete martial arts manual just by seeing someone use it, then I won't have to worry about not being able to learn the Beiming Divine Skill once I see it.

An hour later, Wang Lie let out a breath, shook his body, and opened his eyes. "That was tough; it took a whole hour for this one complete cycle. My aptitude is indeed quite good; I successfully sensed the qi on my first attempt. Haha." Wang Lie reflected for a moment, feeling quite pleased with himself.

The young man who was running behind said, "I shouldn't have watched that performance; I even forgot the candy I bought for my junior sister at the market."

According to the records of "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils"

I can't believe the martial world is so naive at this time, not even leaving a few people to guard the place. Aren't they afraid of being wiped out? No wonder they were later destroyed by the Shennong Gang, lacking any sense of crisis. However, this makes it convenient for me. Wang Lie finally caught his breath, glanced around, and sneaked into the Sword Lake Palace with a grin.

"Hurry up, hurry up—" Wang Lie was just sighing when a voice came from behind him. Following that, the sound of hurried footsteps approached.

After reviewing the method once more, Wang Lie assumed a posture with five hearts facing the sky, gradually lengthening his breaths. Before long, he felt a throbbing in his lower abdomen, and true heat began to rise. Wang Lie was delighted and continued to focus his mind, guiding the heat along the meridians as instructed by the *Diagram*.

Regardless, what matters most is to learn it thoroughly. No matter how good the Beiming Divine Skill is, I cannot learn it now. I will first learn the One Yang Finger and then see. At worst, I can disperse the skill later. Wang Lie gritted his teeth and made up his mind

The mountains are adorned with red and the streams are a vibrant blue, where one can often see the pines and the chestnuts, each measuring ten spans. As I wade barefoot across the stream stones, the sound of the water rushes and the wind rustles my clothes. On this day, along the mountain path of Wuliang Mountain, a young gentleman dressed in a blue robe, holding a folding fan, gently sways the fan and sings.

"Young hero, you have dropped your wallet!" Wang Lie shouted loudly, also running forward.

What beautiful mountains, scenery, and landscapes! Wang Lie sighed, "Indeed, the sky a thousand years ago was blue, and the water was clear. To have such an experience in this life is my great fortune"

The competition has already begun—hurry up, Brother Ge, if Master finds out about us, we will be in big trouble. A young man in his twenties darted past Wang Lie, closely followed by another young man of similar age.

These two members of the Wuliang Sword Sect are in such a hurry to return; could it be that today is the day of the martial arts competition between the two sects of the Wuliang Sword Sect? What a coincidence?" Seeing that the two did not pay him any attention, Wang Lie pondered while stroking his chin

The young man in front did not stop, saying, "Ge Shidi, don't pay attention to unrelated matters, let's hurry and leave, or it will be too late."

"Cough, the martial arts of the Wuliang Sword Sect are so poor, they can't even be considered third-rate. No wonder they are merely servants under the Tianshan Tonglao in 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils.'" Wang Lie spat. However, this once again validated his own abilities, and he felt quite pleased. Now, being utterly broke and with no skills, learning a non-mainstream martial art should be easier than the Yi Yang Finger, right? He realized that although he could understand the methods and applications of martial arts just by watching others perform them, knowing is one thing, and actually using it is another. The internal strength still needs to be cultivated by oneself; otherwise, one would end up like Wang Yuyan, merely a four-legged bookshelf.

It has been a month already. Although my true energy has increased a little, my One Yang Finger has still not reached the ninth rank. Aside from eating more than before, I really haven't noticed any changes in myself. Such a small amount of true energy is simply insufficient for anything. It seems that if I continue practicing like this, it will take at least ten to twenty years to become a master. No wonder Duan Yu and Xu Zhu could only become masters by relying on external help. This won't do; it seems that finding the North Ming Divine Skill is my top priority. I cannot afford to delay any longer.

It was Wang Lie, who had spent a month in vain practicing the One Yang Finger, who decided to travel around a bit before leaving Dali, hoping to see if he could store some martial arts manuals using his own abilities. Thus, Wang Lie arrived at Wuliang Mountain, where he recalled there was a Wuliang Sword Sect.

Two young heroes, please stay! Just as the words were spoken, Wang Lie's thoughts were merely fleeting moments; the two individuals had not run far when Wang Lie called out.

According to the secret manual, individuals with superior aptitude can generally reach the ninth rank within a month. The ability to exert force cannot be detached from the body; one can only touch another person with their fingers to strike acupoints and injure the enemy. Since I am able to circulate my energy through the Great Circulation of the Universe on my first attempt, I should also be considered to have superior aptitude. A month, you say? I will first seclude myself and practice diligently for a month. However, after practicing for half a day, I am indeed quite hungry; I should eat my fill before continuing. " My stomach rumbled, and Wang Lie murmured. I will first seclude myself and practice diligently for a month. However, after practicing for half a day, I am indeed quite hungry; I should eat my fill before continuing. " My stomach rumbled, and Wang Lie murmured.

"Are you calling us? What is it?" asked the young man who stopped in his tracks and turned around.

The "Wuliang Sword" sect was founded during the Later Tang period of the Five Dynasties in the Wuliang Mountain of Nanzhao, with the sect leader residing in the Jianhu Palace on Wuliang Mountain. During the reign of Emperor Renzong of the Song Dynasty, the sect was divided into three branches: East, North, and West. Every five years, disciples from the three branches would compete in swordsmanship at the Jianhu Palace. The victorious branch would reside in the Jianhu Palace for five years, after which the competition would be held again in the sixth year. The North branch has since declined, while the East and West branches continue to flourish with abundant talent.

"Non-mainstream lightness skill, Golden Goose Steps. A unique lightness skill of the Wuliang Sword Sect in Yunnan. When practiced to perfection, it can reach the third tier, and when used in conjunction with the sword techniques of the Wuliang Sword Sect, it can be observed in action." In Wang Lie's mind, a figure of light appeared again. As soon as the figure emerged, it began to move, and in sync with the voice in his mind, the figure of light instantly took dozens of steps before vanishing from sight.