Zhu Tian: A journey of spiritual practice starting from Joy of Life

Chapter 271 Evergreen Secret Technique: Leng Feibai Intends to Go into Seclusion
At this moment, both groups had gathered in the stands, waiting for the competition to begin.

Then, Xiaoyaozi, holding an unnamed longsword, slowly walked onto the arena, respectfully bowed with both hands in mid-air, and said, "Senior Brother Chisongzi, please grant me your acquaintance!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a gentle breeze blew, and a 13-foot space in front of Xiaoyaozi, light surged in the air. Within the yin-yang symbol composed of blue and purple, Chisongzi's figure, holding Xueji, slowly appeared.

"Junior Brother Xiaoyao!"

Chisongzi returned the greeting and said calmly, "You've been in charge of the Human Sect for several years now, don't let your elder brother down!"

Upon hearing this, Xiaoyaozi remained calm and took two steps back.

Upon seeing this, Leng Feibai's eyes shone brightly, and a layer of light blue light covered his eyes.

Suppressing Spirit Technique: Heavenly Vision and Earthly Hearing
A dazzling light appeared, and soon Xiaoyaozi and Chisongzi seemed to be standing next to Leng Feibai.

The two drew their swords simultaneously, and a surge of black and white energy instantly enveloped the entire Guanmiaotai arena.

"Using 'Colorless Heaven and Earth' right off the bat, Senior Brother is truly cautious!"

Leng Feibai watched the changes on the battlefield and pondered in his heart. Although the Heavenly Sect's "World Loss of Color" seemed powerful, it could only suppress those whose internal strength was weaker than his own.

Those with similar or even greater cultivation levels than oneself should not expect the loss of color in the world to suppress them.

However, the advantage of this move is that there is no upper limit to cultivation level. As long as one's cultivation level is strong enough, one can suppress tens of thousands of people at the same time.

The moment the world lost its color, Xiaoyaozi was instantly frozen in place.

But in an instant, a surge of green leaves poured into the battlefield from all directions.

In that instant, Xiaoyaozi's entire body returned to its original color from black and white.

Leng Feibai rubbed his eyes and whispered to Danyangzi beside him, "Senior Brother Danyang, what method did Xiaoyaozi use?"

"This is a supreme technique of the human race, capable of restoring all things to spring back to life!"

Danyangzi stroked his beard and said, "This is a unique skill that a senior of the Human Sect comprehended from the Taoist fundamental mental cultivation method, Changchun Gong. Back when the Yin-Yang School had not yet separated from Taoism, they also created a Yin-Yang technique called Wanye Feihua Liu based on the principle of 'Rejuvenating All Things'."

Leng Feibai didn't say much after hearing this, but it resolved a question that had been bothering him.

After all, in his previous life, people on Tieba had spread rumors that the "Rejuvenation of All Things" and "Ten Thousand Leaves Flying Flowers" styles had similarities, so Xiaoyaozi definitely had something to do with the Yin Yang School.

Then, Xiaoyaozi controlled his longsword with his inner energy, and the leaves surrounding him formed four leaf swords, which flew towards Chisongzi with the support of his inner energy.

Chisongzi remained calm as he released Xueji from his hand, which swirled and blocked Xiaoyaozi's swords.

Upon seeing this, Xiaoyaozi's entire body radiated golden energy, and numerous large seal script characters flew out, swirling around him.

As Chisongzi watched Xiaoyaozi's actions, he released his pale blue true energy at the same time, which condensed into seal script characters that surrounded him.

"It also helps clear up the sky after the snow, that's interesting!"

As Leng Feibai watched the two men's actions, a hint of seriousness flashed in his eyes.

The "After the Snow Clears" move is not only a move that combines offense and defense, but also a move that tests one's inner strength. Over time, someone will inevitably run out of energy.

Seeing this, Leng Feibai clenched his fists and watched the fight between the two with a serious expression.

However, the two did not last long and soon stopped their moves at the same time.

"Brother, be careful!"

Chisongzi gave a warning, and his entire body exuded an aura of supreme dominance, as a giant, azure-blue sword, over ten feet long, gathered above him.

Seeing this, Leng Feibai realized that Chisongzi wanted to finish the battle quickly, and he actually used the Emperor's Sword Technique.

Seeing this, Xiaoyaozi stepped back a few paces and laughed, "It seems that Senior Brother Chisong also wants to finish this quickly with the Emperor's Sword Technique. In that case, I will not hold back any longer."

As soon as he finished speaking, Xiaoyaozi's entire body burst forth with a vibrant green aura, brimming with vitality.

"Evergreen and invincible, eternally vibrant!"

As soon as Xiaoyaozi finished speaking, the true energy within his body suddenly surged wildly.

"The Evergreen Secret Technique!"

Danyangzi was greatly alarmed upon seeing this, and a deep sense of apprehension appeared in his eyes.

Seeing this, Leng Feibai turned to look. Before he could speak, Danyangzi directly explained the reason.

"The Evergreen Secret Technique is also a secret method passed down by the Human Sect. It is a secret method that allows one to greatly increase their true energy by overdrawing their own physical strength! However, this secret method is extremely energy-consuming, and in severe cases, it can even shorten one's lifespan."

"He'd risk his life for a sword!"

Leng Feibai cursed inwardly, "Have these people lost their minds from cultivating Taoism?"
Seeing Xiaoyaozi's actions, Chisongzi's expression changed slightly, and he raised the giant sword in the air to slash at Xiaoyaozi.

But just as the longsword was about to strike, Xiaoyaozi's lips curled up, and he transformed into countless butterflies that scattered in all directions.

Leng Feibai gasped, a strange expression appearing on his face. He never expected that Xiaoyaozi would use the Dream Butterfly Escape Technique in this place.

The longsword missed its mark, and Chisongzi secretly cried out in alarm. At the same time, Xiaoyaozi appeared in front of Chisongzi, wielding his sword and rushing out, instantly flashing behind Chisongzi.

"Um"

Chisongzi grunted and knelt down on the ground.

Upon seeing this, Leng Feibai stood up abruptly.

He saw it clearly just now: in the instant the two crossed paths, the hilt of Xiaoyaozi's sword struck the Tanzhong acupoint on Chisongzi's chest.

Xiaoyaozi, also covered in sweat and panting, said, "Senior brother, I guess I've won this battle!"

Upon hearing this, Chisongzi felt a sweet taste in his throat and immediately vomited.

"Brother!"

Leng Feibai instantly appeared in front of Chi Songzi and raised his hand to tap him several times.

In an instant, the Heavenly Physician's Meridian-Severing Hand, in conjunction with the Wood Qi in the Chaotic Sea, entered Chi Songzi's body, temporarily suppressing his injuries.

With Leng Feibai's help, Chisongzi's discomfort subsided temporarily.

"Junior Brother Xiaoyao, you..."

Chisongzi looked at the panting Xiaoyaozi and said, "Are you willing to risk your life to take back Xueji? Don't you value your life?"

"The Human Sect has failed three times already!"

Xiaoyaozi, panting heavily, said, "If we don't succeed again, I'm afraid the Human Sect's legacy will soon be unable to be maintained."

Seeing Xiaoyaozi's expression, Chisongzi sighed and used his internal energy to send Xueji out.

Upon seeing this, Xiaoyaozi raised his hand and released a burst of true qi to catch the Snow Clearing Sword.

"Junior brother!"

Chisongzi calmly said, "Go and treat him!"

Leng Feibai raised an eyebrow after hearing this and said in a low voice, "Senior brother, you..."

"Go!"

Chisongzi calmly said, "Didn't you also tell your martial uncle that you can't write two 'Dao' characters with one stroke?"

After hearing this, Leng Feibai remained silent, stepped forward, and tapped Xiaoyaozi twice, easily stabilizing Xiaoyaozi's injuries.

Looking at the white-haired youth before him, Xiaoyaozi couldn't help but ask, "This junior brother looks unfamiliar. Could he be Junior Brother Qingyang, whom Uncle Beiming has taken in?"

"Stop with the unnecessary nonsense!"

Leng Feibai said irritably, "You've won this time, but five years from now..."

Before he could finish speaking, Leng Feibai turned around, helped Chisongzi up, and led him away from Guanmiaotai, leaving his words unfinished.

After all, only the leaders of the two sects can participate in the debate between the Heavenly and Human Sects. As for who Chisongzi will hand over the position of sect leader in the future, that is not something I can interfere with.

Inside the room, Leng Feibai's palms, glowing red, pressed against Chi Songzi's back, and wisps of white steam rose from their heads. "Pfft."

Chisongzi spat out a mouthful of blood and said, "Junior brother, stop!"

Upon hearing this, Leng Feibai withdrew his hand and stopped his practice.

"Senior brother, how are you feeling?"

Looking at the two of them, Danyangzi asked with concern, "I didn't expect Xiaoyaozi to be so desperate, actually using the Evergreen Secret Technique."

"It doesn't matter!"

Chisongzi's face regained some color, and he said in a relaxed tone, "My junior brother used his internal energy to heal my internal injuries, and I feel much better."

After speaking, Chishongzi paused, then said apologetically, "I apologize, everyone. It was my carelessness that led to Xueji falling into the hands of the Human Sect. I..."

"Alright, senior brother! It's just losing a match, what's the big deal!"

Leng Feibai said irritably, "At worst, I'll go and compete with Xiaoyaozi in five years. Then I can just take Xueji back!"

Seeing Leng Feibai's appearance, everyone's disappointment was somewhat alleviated.

Chisongzi immediately ordered the elders to appease the disciples in the sect.

The fact that Xueji fell into the hands of the Human Sect was also a significant blow to the disciples of the Heavenly Sect.

The elders sighed upon hearing this and turned to leave.

Upon seeing the elders leave, Chisongzi couldn't help but cough.

Leng Feibai quickly retrieved a cup of tea from a distance and presented it to Chisongzi.

"Thank you!"

Chisongzi slowly took two sips, then looked up and asked, "Junior brother, give me a straight answer. How much longer can I live?"

Leng Feibai laughed after hearing this, "If you take good care of yourself, you could live for another twenty years or so without any problem."

"I want to hear the truth."

Seeing Chi Songzi's condition, Leng Feibai's smile faded, and he said seriously, "If he takes good care of himself and rests peacefully, he can barely live for about five more years. If he's not careful, then the Heavenly Sect will have to change its leader next year."

Chisongzi sighed after hearing this, his face full of dejection.

"However, I have a pill here."

Leng Feibai took out a medicine bottle and said, "This pill can extend your life by ten years. Senior brother, you should take it first."

Seeing Leng Feibai produce the jade bottle as if by magic, Chi Songzi rolled his eyes, a rare occurrence for him, and didn't want to pay any attention to it.

Seeing this, Leng Feibai raised his hand and pressed on Chisongzi's acupoints, then fed him the pill.

By the time Chisongzi came to his senses, the elixir had already turned into liquid and entered his mouth.

In an instant, Chishongzi felt as if he were in a place with a pleasant temperature and beautiful scenery, and all his fatigue and discomfort vanished.

By the time Chisongzi came to his senses, Leng Feibai had already released his acupoints.

Sensing the changes in his body, Chishongzi realized that his body was indeed much stronger than before.

"Junior brother, where did those pills come from?"

Looking at Chisongzi's appearance, Leng Feibai shrugged and said, "By chance, I found it in a cave in an unnamed mountain on the border between Qin and Qi. It's a pity there's no prescription, but I've checked it, and the pills are all mild tonics."

"It's a pity indeed."

As soon as Chishongzi finished speaking, he suddenly realized something and quickly said, "By the way, did you give this medicine to your martial uncle?"

"Give it!"

Leng Feibai shrugged and said, "Master doesn't want it. He said he's lived long enough. There's no need for him to eat this stuff."

That's not untrue. Not long after I returned to the mountain, I gave the life-extending elixir to Bei Mingzi.

Bei Mingzi did not accept it, and told Leng Feibai to keep it for himself.

"And one more thing!"

Leng Feibai raised an eyebrow and said, "I'm planning to leave Tianzong to go into seclusion for a while. I'll have to trouble you, Senior Brother, to keep an eye on Qinghan for me."

"Retreat!"

Chisongzi frowned and said, "Could it be that Junior Brother has come to a realization and is preparing to go into seclusion to study the Supreme Way of Forgetfulness?"

"No?"

Leng Feibai smiled slightly and said, "I want to go into seclusion to see if I can find a new path to ascension."

A new path!

Chisongzi was taken aback upon hearing this, while Leng Feibai maintained his gentle expression and said, "If the road ahead is shrouded in darkness and difficulty, I will see if I can find a new path by following the path of my predecessors."

Chisongzi moved his lips upon hearing this, then sighed and said, "I'm afraid I can't dissuade you. Fine, go and try. But you should still go and tell Qinghan about it."

Leng Feibai nodded, then cupped his hands and said, "Then I'll take my leave, junior brother. Take care, senior brother."

Chisongzi quickly returned the greeting with a bow and watched Leng Feibai leave.

On the back mountain of Taiyi Mountain, Leng Feibai summoned Xiao Ling under the pretext of testing her martial arts skills.

The two stood on the shore where they usually practiced their skills. Under his gaze, Xiaoling practiced the Autumn Water of Ten Thousand Rivers and the Illusory Wave Round Palm from beginning to end.

"good"

Leng Feibai smiled and nodded, gesturing for Xiaoling to sit down.

Although Xiaoling didn't understand, she still obediently sat down cross-legged.

"With your current strength, it will take you at least three to five years to find your sister."

As Leng Feibai spoke, he raised his hand and placed it above Xiao Ling's head, and a surge of true qi flowed into his body at that moment.

"master!"

Xiao Ling exclaimed in surprise. At that moment, he felt as if a rushing river was flowing through his body along his meridians, and wherever it passed, the blocked acupoints were opened by the true energy.

"I have already opened up your eight extraordinary meridians!"

Leng Feibai withdrew his hand and said, "After you have cultivated in peace for about a year, you can go find your sister."

After hearing this, Xiao Ling circulated her internal energy and a look of joy immediately appeared on her face.

If my previous Qi flow speed was like an ordinary river, then my current Qi flow speed is at the level of the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers.

"Thank you, Master!"

Xiao Ling was so grateful that she wanted to kneel down, but Leng Feibai used his true energy to lift her up.

"I'll teach you some more techniques."

As Leng Feibai spoke, he took out a scroll of bamboo slips from his bosom and handed it to Xiao Ling.

"This body technique is called Cloud Stepping, which I comprehended from the Free and Easy Wandering."

Leng Feibai calmly said, "This method is similar to Liezi's Wind-Riding Technique. Once you cultivate it to the second level, you can fly on the wind. However, the speed can reach five thousand miles a day, and you can even transform into a butterfly and escape far away like in Dream Butterfly. But it does not require any medium to assist you."

Relying on the War God's Manual, Leng Feibai casually modified the Cloud-Stepping Step during this period.
While increasing speed, it also incorporates the teleportation technique of the Dream Butterfly Escape, and can be used without the aid of a medium.

Xiao Ling was overjoyed upon hearing this and quickly accepted the bamboo slip.

Just then, Leng Feibai turned his head to look behind the tree on his right.

(End of this chapter)