Chapter 3, Vitality
When Yi Hanwen initially accepted the ambush mission against Wu Chu, he believed that his family was beginning to accept him as the illegitimate eldest son. Now, he has suddenly realized that Yi Zhouwu, for the sake of the family's stability, is willing to use Wu Chu's hand to eliminate him. However, it was precisely because of this that Wu Chu, caught off guard, faced Yi Hanwen and the five hundred second-rate family warriors he led without much vigilance, allowing the surprise attack to succeed, resulting in the loss of nearly half of his close associates.
Why don't you kill me
As the offensive of Yihan approached, he focused his mind and suddenly entered a state of calm, like an ancient well with no ripples. Tige thrust towards the empty space where Yihango's shadow lay.
In a moment, the Yi family’s troops will arrive. Yi Han ordered six of them to pursue the fifth child. Before the Ba Bridge, the tracks of the carriage intertwined with numerous hoofprints. These many hoofprints were evidently left by Wu Chu and others, and the pursuers did not dare to approach. After crossing the Ba Bridge, the two parties separated; upon reaching the carriage, it was empty, and the fifth child had already vanished without a trace. However, having crossed the Ba Bridge, they were now within the territory of the Eastern Sea, and the family troops did not dare to linger, returning to report the detailed situation to Yi Han.
However, once the conflict between Wu Chu and Yi Han ceased, the true energy within Xu Ruyu became stagnant without any guidance. His nerves remained suspended in the immense pain he had just experienced, and it was precisely this pain that made Xu Ruyu reluctant to awaken. Whether he will ultimately awaken remains uncertain, but the peculiar true energy that had just manifested has preserved a glimmer of life within him
Chen Ang's true flame, stored within his four limbs, unexpectedly provided a glimmer of hope amidst such a dire situation. Over the course of several days, the true flame gradually cleared the stagnant areas within the meridians. Although its flow was still far from that of an ordinary person, it allowed the true flame to slowly circulate through the collateral meridians on the surface of his body. The true flame and true cold are two fundamentally different types of true energy, naturally attracting each other. The true flame began to gather towards the Shaohai acupoint, which is closest to the elixir field, while the true cold also drew nearer to the opposite side of the Shaohai acupoint. This cycle repeated itself, with both types of distinctly different true energy converging at the Shaohai acupoint. The extreme pain from these two opposing forces became increasingly close, gradually merging into a more immense and inexplicable agony. Xu Ruyu had long endured the true cold, and now he had fainted; otherwise, the pain would have surely killed him. Yet, this peculiar pain awakened his deepest unconscious survival instincts. As the two types of true energy approached the acupoint, they became sharper, resembling two piercing drills, rapidly rotating in a manner distinct from the Shock Spirit Technique, attempting to break through the Shaohai acupoint.
At the moment of breaking through, Yi Hanwen thrust his spear forward. The energies intertwined, with the true flame suffering from a lack of release, urgently flowing along the long spear towards the Taiyin lung meridian. At that instant, the true cold finally broke through the acupoint, surging towards the long spear. This situation was precisely in accordance with the operational method of the Spirit Shocking Technique, causing Yi Hanwen to feel as if struck by lightning. The true cold of the Yin technique was manageable, but the true flame of the Yang technique remained stored within him, making it no easy matter to contend with. Yi Hanwen was caught off guard, and with the two streams of true energy spiraling in an unprecedented manner, he was defenseless and suffered this blow. The true cold of the Yin technique was manageable, but the true flame of the Yang technique remained stored within him, making it no easy matter to contend with. Yi Hanwen was caught off guard, and with the two streams of true energy spiraling in an unprecedented manner, he was defenseless and suffered this blow. This spear drew out and bore the brunt of the vast majority of the true flame and true cold; had it not been for this, when the true flame and true cold suddenly met as they broke through the Shaohai acupoint, the resulting immense force from their fusion would have completely destroyed the Shaohai acupoint. Had he known that his brutal thrust saved Xu Ruyu's life, Yi Hanwen would surely have regretted it deeply. This spear drew out and bore the brunt of the vast majority of the true flame and true cold; had it not been for this, when the true flame and true cold suddenly met as they broke through the Shaohai acupoint, the resulting immense force from their fusion would have completely destroyed the Shaohai acupoint. Had he known that his brutal thrust saved Xu Ruyu's life, Yi Hanwen would surely have regretted it deeply
Yihanwen had to exert all his efforts to cope with the intrusion of true energy from Wu Chu within him, and under the watchful eye of Wu Chu, he was unable to take action, ultimately allowing the five young ones to leave. He hoped that his family would arrive in time.
At this moment, he raised his long spear slightly, and an unparalleled momentum surged like a snowstorm. The swirling snowflakes immediately rushed towards Yihanwen. Yihan's brutal slaughter triggered his killing intent
Originally, Wu Chu considered that his retreat might endanger the refugees, so he returned alone to investigate the situation, and just happened to save the fifth son
Wu Chu then rode away on horseback
Wu Chu sighed inwardly, realizing that the combination of his own secret techniques, the Biluoge, with the family heirloom, the Yanbo Step, had reached such a level that it was likely unmatched among the younger generation. If it were not for his determination to give Yi Zhouwu some trouble, he would have preferred to sustain some injuries himself rather than eliminate him.
Xu Ruyu's meridians are frail, and the vital energy flowing through his body is so weak that it is nearly imperceptible. This is truly the essence of the Spirit-Startling Technique. Remarkably, as the vital energy traverses the acupoints and meridians, it spirals and rotates.
The true heat and true cold have departed. Although Xu Ruyu's meridians have slightly expanded compared to before, they still do not reach the level of an ordinary person. Moreover, the Yin Qiao meridian between the Penque point and the Liangmen point, as well as the Yin Wei meridian between the Kangquan point and the Lingdao point, have sustained damage. While he may not die immediately, whether he can survive to adulthood remains uncertain. The Shaohai point has just opened and has not yet closed, and the Danfu is still empty. As Wu Chu and Yi Han begin to contend, it instinctively starts to draw in the overflowing Qi. The absorbed Qi is predominantly cold and flows into the Danfu. Correspondingly, the Yang fire in the Dantian gradually begins to arise, unlike before when it would cease immediately upon birth. It gradually grows stronger, ultimately forming the true Yang Qi that divides into the Yang Qiao and Yang Wei meridians, ascending to the Baihui point and then merging into the extraordinary meridians and Ren meridian, descending thereafter. The true Qi absorbed into the Danfu rotates and transforms into the true Yin Qi, dividing into the Yin Qiao and Yin Wei meridians, converging at the Yongquan point beneath the feet, and further dividing into the extraordinary meridians and Du meridian. The true Yang and true Yin Qi converge at the Heding point within the extraordinary meridians to form the purest true Qi, which possesses both Yin and Yang properties. This true Qi then circulates through the Dai and Chong meridians, proceeding to the four limbs, thus completing a full cycle of the celestial circuit.
Wu Chu turned to look at the five children and said, "Do you wish to come with me"
However, the youth named Wen Chang spoke first: "You have destroyed our homeland, causing our family to suffer great misfortune. When we meet again, we will surely confront each other with blades. We will not accept your kindness, so how could we possibly follow you?" After saying this, he walked over to the fallen horse and untied the reins of the cart, fastening them to the horse ridden by Yi Hanwen.
Xu Ruyu stored Chen Ang's essence within his four limbs, channeling the true flame of Yang into his left hand to pierce the void. As he rode the galloping horse, he could not withstand the extreme pains of both cold and heat, losing consciousness and hanging by a thread. The true cold of Yin surged between the Yin Qiao pulse at the Panque point and the Liangmen point, and from the Kangquan point of the Yin Wei pulse to the Lingdao point, it surged and flowed, with no outlet, threatening to rupture the meridians.
Ihanwen lamented, "In the future, among the five, there will surely be great troubles." His face was filled with helplessness
Wu Chu had no time for excessive thoughts and focused entirely on countering Yihan's offensive. With a clear sound of "zheng," the two suddenly separated, and Wu Chu floated to Xu Ruyu's side, lifting his battle robe to wrap Xu Ruyu onto his mount
Do not boast excessively; you have not yet recovered from your previous battles and are now facing new challenges. Your guards are several miles away, and I assure you that before they arrive, I will ensure your demise here, and I will not suffer any loss in doing so
Why should I still resolve troubles for Yi Zhouwu? If I do not kill you today, do not even think about continuing to pursue me. If you cannot immediately find a way to eliminate the true energy I have left in your body, then prepare to be a useless person for the rest of your life. " After saying this, he laughed heartily, showing his complete indifference towards Yi Hanwen.
The Yi family is making every effort to arrive.
The young man who drew his attention was ultimately nothing more than a useless individual, trapped in a cycle of stagnation. Wu Chu smiled with a hint of helplessness. Had it not been for his exceptional skills in perceiving a faint glimmer of vitality slowly circulating within the confines of his dantian, Xu Ruyu would have already been discarded as a corpse by the roadside.
The axle of the cart is still made of wrought iron; although the carriage is in pieces, the main body remains intact. The child climbed onto the cart and left directly.
"You did not return for the lives of those five children, did you? If I were to die, you might think that my family would be of no concern to you, but can they still be preserved?" Yi Hanwen spoke with a stern tone, fully aware that Wu Chu was originally a ruthless killer, and that the chance of swaying him with such words was slim. However, his unexpected turn of events prompted Yi Hanwen to seize the moment and articulate this statement.
Wu Chu tied Xu Ruyu to the back of a horse and led the remaining twenty-four long spear knights to slowly circle around Baishi City, heading towards Jiangjin
Yihanwen fell awkwardly onto the snow, spitting out a mouthful of blood, and struggled to stand up
Xuanji Wuer could not withstand the fierce winds of the weather, and involuntarily moved back, not realizing that he had already retreated ten zhang away. The eyes are extremely delicate; although the cyclone here is weak, it is still difficult to endure. However, Wen Chang and another older youth continued to stare intently at the two figures shrouded in a white shadow, their eyes stinging, tears streaming down like rain, as if they were unaware. The eyes are extremely delicate; although the cyclone here is weak, it is still difficult to endure. However, Wen Chang and another older youth continued to stare intently at the two figures shrouded in a white shadow, their eyes stinging, tears streaming down like rain, as if they were unaware.
Both sides wielded their long spears, seeking to strike at each other's vulnerable spots, changing angles after each failed attempt. Despite the prolonged fierce battle, there was no sound of their spears clashing. The spear of the Azure Sky was imbued with the strongest fighting spirit, while Yi Han, aware of his impending death, unleashed the incomplete Azure Sky spear to its fullest potential. Even with Wu Chu's abilities, it was difficult to seize its tassel, only managing to continuously weaken its energy flow. Wu Chu observed the two children outside the battle circle, their eyes wide with anger, their admiration evident. It was a great pity that he could not take them as disciples. The youth lying in the snow appeared to have lost all vitality, yet he was at the center of the battle circle, his corpse unaffected by the swirling energy. Moreover, those energy currents seemed to be drawn by another kind of force, gathering around the youth and seeping into his body through the Shaohai acupoint. If Yi Han had the leisure to notice this situation, he would surely be even more astonished.
Wu Chu seemed unfazed and stepped forward. Yi Hanwen felt a sense of helplessness and brandished his spear, gritting his teeth to launch a preemptive attack. He knew that if he allowed his opponent to fully unleash their offensive, he would have already died several times before his companions arrived. He controlled the spear's momentum within an extremely narrow space, employing an unusual footwork that appeared to follow a straight line while continuously altering the angles and directions of his attacks, creating a phantom of the spear as he advanced towards Wu Chu.
Upon seeing Xu Ruyu's corpse placed on the mount by Wu Chu, although they did not understand the reason, they knew it was futile to seek an explanation, and thus remained silent. The other four sons, in their terror, were also unable to think further.
The person in front of them had destroyed his home, and the five sons were unwilling to associate with him. However, in that moment, they had no other ideas and their gazes were all fixed on the tall and sturdy youth in the middle. Usually, they regarded him as their leader and followed his lead.