Sword from Songshan

Chapter 152 The Thirty-two Aspects of the Buddha
"Gong method?"

It is not just a simple image, but has clear markings on the meridian points, making it look more like a picture of spiritual practice.

Lu Nanxing pondered for a moment and tried to practice.

After practicing it, I was surprised again.

Different from ordinary internal skills, it is not about accumulating internal strength, nor is it a method of using internal strength.

On the contrary, it is to disperse the internal force into various parts of the body to strengthen the body.

Is this actually a method of body training?
But it is different from ordinary external skills. It does not rely on external stimulation, but directly consumes internal energy to achieve the purpose of body training.

If it were an ordinary person, it would be difficult to practice this technique.

Ordinary people's eight extraordinary meridians are blocked, and their internal energy has places that it cannot reach, so how can it be spread throughout the limbs and bones?

Could it be that the small wooden tripod collects toxins and opens up the eight extraordinary meridians in preparation for practicing this technique?
Looking back at the Eight Gates Extraordinary Sutra, there is a method of spreading internal energy throughout the body, and it progresses in sequence, finally pointing directly to body training.

"I see."

At this point, Lu Nanxing finally understood the true function of the small wooden tripod.

Lu Nanxing smiled and continued to try to practice.

If it were an ordinary person, even if the eight extraordinary meridians were opened and the internal energy could be dispersed throughout the body at will, he would probably not be willing to disperse the internal energy he had worked so hard to accumulate into his flesh and blood.

If it were the old Lu Nanxing, he wouldn’t be willing to do so either.

But he had already practiced the Star Absorbing Technique, which allowed him to absorb other people's skills to replenish his own, so he did not feel sad.

Anyway, let’s try it first.

The little wooden tripod went through so much trouble, and this final skill must be a peerless magical skill.

After all, the eight extraordinary skills that were prepared before were already unique skills.

Lu Nanxing calmed his mind and concentrated on practicing his skills.

Although it is an external exercise, it is a method of using stillness to control movement.

Lu Nanxing sat cross-legged, looking like a wooden sculpture or clay figurine.

Time passed by without him noticing, and when he opened his eyes again, it was already the next morning.

"interesting."

He stood up and stretched his body slightly. Although he had only practiced for one night, he could clearly feel that his strength had increased a lot.

That makes sense. After all, Lu Nanxing consumed seventeen or eighteen years of internal energy in just one night.

The evil internal energy from the Western Regions that Lu Nanxing absorbed in the stone chamber before was not enough, and he had to give up some of it. Now his strength has dropped back to the level of thirty years ago.

Although the Star Absorbing Technique can absorb the internal energy of others, you won't get as much as you absorb. The loss is quite great in the process, and in the end you can only get 20% to 30% of it.

Just think about it, if not, by just finding a few second- or third-rate masters to learn from, wouldn't a hundred years of skills be enough to dominate the world?

Another thing is that when using the Star Absorbing Technique, the Dantian is empty, so the excess internal energy can only be spread through the meridians, which are long and narrow, so the storage capacity is limited.

It's like a container, it can only hold so much water, no matter how much more it absorbs, it's useless.

Lu Nanxing can spread his internal energy throughout his body, so the capacity is many times greater. But even so, it is impossible to absorb it indefinitely.

This small wooden tripod body-building exercise consumes a lot of internal energy, which is just right.

"Are there thirty-two?"

Looking at the Buddha statue with white steam gathering in the small wooden tripod, Lu Nanxing frowned slightly.

This is one of the Buddha's Dharma images, called the Bunch of Flesh on the Top of the Head.

But according to Buddhism, the Buddha has a total of thirty-two characteristics, and this is just the first one.

If so, wouldn’t there be thirty-one more pictures to come?

Just practicing this first picture has consumed nearly twenty years of Lu Nanxing's internal energy. If he really has thirty-two Dharma images, it would take at least seven or eight hundred years of internal energy!

For an ordinary person, being able to accumulate internal energy for fifty or sixty years is already considered top-notch. How can one have internal energy for seven or eight hundred years?

In this case, this technique is basically impossible to complete.

Furthermore, if one has internal energy accumulated for seven or eight hundred years and is already invincible in the world, then why would one need to train the body? What is the point of this technique?
"never mind."

It is really puzzling, but whether there are thirty-two pictures and whether it requires seven or eight hundred years of internal strength are still just guesses.

Moreover, Lu Nanxing learned the Star Absorbing Technique and was only using the excess internal energy to refine his body, which did no harm to himself.

I simply stopped thinking about it and just let nature take its course as to whether or not I can master this technique and to what extent I can master it.

"It's time to go out."

The original intention was just to collect poison gas, but I didn't expect it to be delayed again and again.

The deep valley was filled with rotting corpses and mud, and it was extremely filthy. Lu Nanxing had long since had enough of that, so he took a deep breath and leaped into the air.

It is impossible to fly directly off the cliff thousands of feet high, even if you have the ability to fly through the air.

Lu Nanxing first jumped several dozen meters high, then dug his five fingers into the cliff wall, using the force to perform the aerial cross again.

He jumped dozens of meters, like climbing stairs, and in just a moment he was back to the top of the cliff.

After looking around, Lu Nanxing did not delay and continued down the mountain.

This trip to the Western Regions not only collected the toxins and opened up the eight extraordinary meridians, but also allowed me to see the stone walls of Lingjiu Palace. It can be said that the gain was huge.

I have nothing else to worry about. Calculating the time, I have been out for quite some time. I wonder how things are going in the sect now.

Lu Nanxing used his Qinggong skills to return directly to the Central Plains.

"Ok?"

A few days later, Lu Nanxing returned to the interior and headed straight for Huangshan. On the way, he suddenly heard a piece of news.

On the fifth day of August, the Songshan Sect held a meeting of the Five Mountains at the Fengchan Terrace on the Junji Peak of Songshan Mountain to discuss the unification of the Five Mountains. Heroes from all over the world were sincerely invited to attend and witness the ceremony.

Because of Lu Nanxing's existence, many changes have taken place in this martial world, but his power is limited after all. Some trends are unstoppable, and the merger of the Five Mountains is bound to happen.

After confirming that the news was true, Lu Nanxing sped up.

In this way, it only took a few days to get back to Huangshan in early July.

"Master!"

Seeing Lu Nanxing coming back, all the disciples of Huangshan Sect were delighted.

Lu Nanxing looked around, nodded slightly, and couldn't help feeling a sense of homecoming.

Then they entered the main hall, Lu Nanxing sat down, summoned all his direct disciples and inner disciples, and asked about the latest situation of Huangshan Sect.

Overall, everything went in order and nothing went wrong.

Moreover, the reputation of the Huangshan Sect gradually spread far and wide, and during this period more people came to become disciples. Zhao Guangjin and his men picked out more than 20 people and waited for Lu Nanxing to come back and check. If there were no problems, they would be accepted as outer sect members.

"good."

Lu Nanxing nodded slightly. As a newly established sect, expanding its branches and leaves is still the top priority.

In addition, the issue of the sect’s financial resources has also been resolved.

Lu Nanxing originally had some assets. When his sect was built, various factions in the martial arts world sent gifts, especially Wang Tiandong, who sent two large boxes of gold, silver and jewelry, which was enough to support dozens of people.

But as the sect continues to expand and the number of members increases, it is not a long-term solution to only leave but not enter.

During this period, Zhao Guangjin teamed up with several capable inner disciples to purchase land nearby and recruit farmers to build farms. In this way, even if the sect has thousands of people, there is no need to worry about food, and the surplus food over the years can be sold for profit.

Zhao Guangjin and his colleagues bought several shops and restaurants in Huizhou Prefecture and ordered their employees to run them properly, all of which were profitable.

Furthermore, as the reputation of the Huangshan Sect gradually spread, especially after Lu Nanxing killed Tian Boguang, it had already become the top sect in the area. When people around encountered trouble, they would come to the Huangshan Sect to seek justice.

The Huangshan Sect naturally cannot work in vain and must reap some benefits.

"very good."

After hearing Zhao Guangjin's report, Lu Nanxing nodded again.

I'm afraid these things can be done better than if he did it himself.

I have to say that with Zhao Guangjin around, Lu Nanxing really saved himself a lot of trouble.

In addition, as for other matters in the sect, such as sentry guards, monthly wages for disciples, etc., Zhao Guangjin and his colleagues rearranged them according to what Lu Nanxing had decided before, and reported them one by one at this time.

Lu Nanxing listened carefully and nodded repeatedly.

In this way, after all the big and small matters were understood, it was already midnight.

"Thank you for your hard work during this time."

"It is the disciples' responsibility to share the Master's worries." "Well, it's getting late, go back and rest."

After finishing the work, Lu Nanxing stood up and left the hall, preparing to go back to his room to rest.

After returning from the Western Regions, Lu Nanxing relied entirely on Qinggong to travel. Although he had abundant internal energy and a strong physique, he couldn't help feeling a little tired after traveling thousands of miles.

"Master Lu."

Unexpectedly, as soon as he walked out of the hall, he saw Yiqing walking towards him quickly, and it seemed that she had been waiting for him for a long time.

"Is something wrong?"

When Lu Nanxing asked this question, he actually had some guesses in his mind.

"Master, please come over and have a chat."

Yiqing nodded with a bit of apology on her face. After all, it was very late.

But if it wasn't extremely urgent, how could she disturb Lu Nanxing just after he came back?

"it is good."

Lu Nanxing responded and did not refuse.

Immediately afterwards, Yiqing led the way to the residence of Baiyun Temple.

After leaving Mount Heng, at the invitation of Lu Nanxing, Master Dingyi moved to Mount Huangshan with all the disciples of Baiyun Temple.

There are many houses on Tiandu Peak. Even if the Huangshan Sect expands its staff, there will still be houses vacated for Baiyun Temple.

After all, they are not disciples of the Huangshan Sect, and they are a group of nuns. It would be inconvenient if they lived together, and it would also be suspected of usurping someone else's nest.

After some consideration, Master Dingyi declined the good offer and instead found a temple in the back mountain, where she settled down after a little renovation.

Lu Nanxing followed Yiqing and arrived at the new "Baiyun Temple" in just a moment.

"Master Lu."

Before he entered the room, Master Dingyi came out to greet him. It was late at night, but she had not gone to bed yet. It was obvious that she had been waiting for Lu Nanxing.

"Master Dingyi."

Lu Nanxing returned the greeting, and then the two of them walked into the nunnery together.

After sitting down, Master Dingyi pondered for a moment, frowned, and then spoke directly.

"What does Sect Leader Lu think about the Five Mountains merging together?"

"I am no longer a disciple of the Songshan Sect. This matter has nothing to do with me."

Lu Nanxing said this calmly, then looked at Master Dingyi.

"Does the Master have any ideas?"

"I absolutely cannot agree to this!"

Master Dingyi had a gloomy expression on her face and shouted in a cold voice.

"Zuo Lengchan has evil ambitions. He claims to be merging sects, but in fact he wants to annex all the sects! Hengshan has been established for over a hundred years, how can it be destroyed in our generation!"

Lu Nanxing looked at Master Dingyi, whose face was filled with anger, with a slight smile on his lips.

As expected, keeping secrets is not Master Dingyi’s character.

Although she took the initiative to leave Hengshan Sect, it was for the survival of Hengshan Sect. Now that the other sects are threatening Hengshan Sect, even if she no longer has the identity of a Hengshan Sect disciple, she cannot sit idly by.

In fact, it was not only Master Dingyi, but everyone in Baiyun Temple was like this.

For them, Hengshan Sect is the home they can never return to.

"I can understand how the nun feels."

Lu Nanxing looked serious and asked directly.

"What is your plan, Master?"

"What else can I do? I've ruined his bullshit conference!"

"Are you going to force me?"

Lu Nanxing frowned slightly but shook his head.

"I'm afraid it's not that easy."

"really."

Master Dingyi had a solemn expression on her face and also sighed.

Not to mention that there were only her and the disciples of Baiyun Temple, even the Hengshan Sect during the Three Ding Period was no match for the Songshan Sect.

If she and Baiyun Temple wanted to disrupt this conference, it would be like an ant trying to shake a tree with their power.

Master Dingyi was silent for a moment, looked at Lu Nanxing again, gritted her teeth and said directly.

"So I asked Master Lu to come here this time because I want to ask for your help."

"Can I help you?"

"I know you've saved us many times, and we haven't repaid you yet. It's really shameless of us to ask you again now, but at this point, we have no other choice."

Master Dingyi continued with a serious expression.

"I would like to ask Master Lu to help disrupt this conference with me. From now on, everyone in Baiyun Temple will be at your disposal. Just consider it as selling our lives to you!"

"Ah."

Lu Nanxing chuckled, thought for a moment and said.

"Since Master is so straightforward, I won't beat around the bush. I heard about the merger on the way here, and personally, I don't want this to happen."

"Not bad!"

Master Dingyi nodded, and she understood the reason.

The so-called Huangshan School, no matter what, originated from the Songshan School.

Once they are side by side, the strength of Songshan Sect will increase greatly. Given Zuo Lengchan's personality, how could he let Lu Nanxing and Huangshan Sect go?

It was precisely for this reason that Master Dingyi spoke to Lu Nanxing.

But she only said it was a request, not cooperation, and she was willing to serve Huangshan in the future as a reward, which shows her uprightness.

“But this matter cannot be forced.”

Lu Nanxing continued with a serious expression.

"We have no real reason to be here. We have already left the Five Mountains Sword Sect. If we were to forcibly cause trouble, we would not only be unable to justify ourselves in front of the Songshan Sect, but also in front of other fellow martial artists."

"That's true, but if you don't force it, what else can you do?"

"In my opinion, this merger is just the wishful thinking of the Songshan Sect. The other four sects may not be willing to do so."

Lu Nanxing thought about it and continued.

"As long as the other four sects oppose, the Songshan Sect cannot forcefully merge in front of all the heroes in the world. If the Songshan Sect uses force, we can intervene at that time and still be in the right."

"That's right!"

Master Dingyi nodded and continued.

"No matter how foolish Ding Xian is, he will never agree to merge! And Mr. Huashan Yue will not agree either. Since everyone is unwilling to merge, are they afraid of Zuo Lengchan alone?"

"Well, there are still Mount Tai and Mount Heng."

Lu Nanxing nodded and continued.

"If we let them both oppose the merger, then only the Songshan Sect will be left, and that will be easier to deal with."

"As for these two families, Liu Zhengfeng and I have some friendship, so I can go over there and persuade them!"

"Leave the rest of the Taishan Sect to me."

"Master Tiansong of the Taishan Sect is also a man of integrity. He should be against the merger. With your persuasion from the side, Master Lu, he will surely make up his mind!"

Master Dingyi's eyes flickered and her face showed excitement.

In this way, the merger of the Five Mountains should be prevented.

Lu Nanxing smiled, but there was a hint of worry in his eyes.

Things are unpredictable, I’m afraid this merger is not that simple.

(End of this chapter)