Zhu Tian: Starting from the Laughing Proud Yue Buqun

Chapter 199 Zhang Laodao: Since it is understood from Tai Chi, then it shall be called Tai Chi Chuan.

On Bright Summit, in the courtyard where the leader of the sect resides.

Xu Qing and Zhang Sanfeng sat down at the stone table, with Zhang Wuji standing behind Xu Qing.

Xiao Zhao, dressed in a light red dress, served tea and water like a well-behaved maid.

She was not executed; after being imprisoned for a few days, she was released by Xu Qing.

This woman ultimately did not commit any serious crimes, and being the daughter of the Purple-Robed Dragon King, she was not a bad person, so Xu Qing spared her life.

However, instead of letting her leave, they kept her by their side as a maid.

Xiao Zhao perfectly inherited the beauty of the Purple-Robed Dragon King, exuding exotic features. Such a maid is quite pleasing to the eye.

"Zhenzhen Zhang."

"The leader."

Xiao Zhao poured tea for Zhang Wuji, then poured him another cup, saying softly, "Young Master."

Zhang Wuji smiled and thanked him, then accepted the tea.

"Good tea." Master Zhang took a sip and smiled slightly.

"If Master Zhang likes them, he can take some back with him," Xu Qing said with a smile.

"Then this old Taoist will not stand on ceremony with Master Xu," Zhang said with a smile.

Xu Qing waved his hand, signaling Xiao Zhao to prepare.

"Wuji, sit down too," Xu Qing said.

He was quite satisfied with his disciple's performance today.

From initially being at a disadvantage in the battle against Du'e, the fight eventually reached a near-equal standoff, with neither side able to gain the upper hand.

Such a rate of growth is quite remarkable.

"Yes, Master!" Zhang Wuji sat down as well.

"Today's battle against Master Xu has truly broadened my horizons."

Master Zhang mentioned the battle between the grandmasters that had just taken place.

Even he hadn't expected Xu Qing's combat strength to be so terrifying!
All three of them were unable to withstand a single move from Xu Qing and died instantly.

This does not mean that the three traitors were too weak.

In fact, Zhang Sanfeng himself believed that he could only manage to remain undefeated against the three monks who had crossed the river of immortals.

But it's absolutely impossible to achieve Xu Qing's terrifying record.

The level of martial arts he displayed was astonishing.

"It was just the killing of three ignorant old fools. I think if Master Zhang were to face those three, he would definitely be able to handle them as well."

Xu Qing shook his head slightly, showing no pride whatsoever.

His accumulated knowledge and skills were so profound that the sheer number of unparalleled martial arts techniques he had mastered was terrifying.

He even remained at the Grandmaster level for a century.

In this situation, if Xu Qing cannot easily kill the three masters of the same level in a battle, then wouldn't all his unparalleled martial arts skills and the physical strength of his body, which has been perfected through internal organ refinement, have been for nothing?

Being invincible within the same realm is the norm!

Therefore, Xu Qing did not take the matter of easily killing the three monks to heart.

This did not excite him.

This is how things should be; there's no need for excitement or surprise.

Upon hearing this, Master Zhang was taken aback, gave a wry smile, and said, "Master Xu thinks too highly of me. Those three are, after all, the most senior monks of the Shaolin School."

"I, an old Taoist priest, cannot solve this; at best, I can only maintain an undefeated record."

"Oh?" Xu Qing was somewhat surprised. Could it be that Master Zhang had not yet created Tai Chi at this time?
He gleaned from that book, "The Tai Chi Classics," that Master Zhang possessed profound skill after comprehending the principles of Tai Chi.

Although the monk Sandu was not bad, Master Zhang, who had a clear understanding of the way of Tai Chi, would only be stronger.

It is absolutely impossible to only be able to maintain an undefeated record.

"I've heard that Master Zhang has been in seclusion for many days. I wonder if he has gained anything from this seclusion?"

Xu Qing was somewhat curious whether Zhang Laodao had created Tai Chi or understood the Way of Tai Chi.

Zhang Wuji was also curious: how much stronger would his great-master have become after all these years?

Now, he has become a grandmaster of the innate generation, reaching the combat power of the older generation of grandmasters like Du'e.

Yet he still couldn't quite see through his great-master.

Clearly, Grandmaster is stronger!

"I would say I've made some progress. The old Taoist has figured out a boxing style from the way of Tai Chi, but it's still in its early stages and not perfect yet."

This old Taoist priest won't embarrass himself by showing off in front of Master Xu.

Master Zhang smiled; he had gained a great deal from this seclusion. He had gained a deeper understanding of the principles of Tai Chi.

This led to the development of a set of boxing techniques that embody the principles of Tai Chi.

"The Way of Tai Chi contains the Great Way of Heaven and Earth. If Master Zhang can gain some insights from this Way, then it must be an amazing and unparalleled boxing style."

Xu Qing nodded, praising him without any attempt to hide her admiration.

The principles of Tai Chi were studied in much earlier times.

This path involves the laws and principles governing the operation of heaven and earth and the universe, and it is extremely difficult to comprehend.

If one can glean some wisdom from this, one will surely benefit from it for life.

Xu Qing also knew that Zhang Laodao's philosophy was extremely compatible with the philosophy of Tai Chi, and that he would walk a long and successful path on this path in the future.

But he also understood that what Master Zhang had just said was not a humble statement.

At this moment, Master Zhang was only beginning to delve into the principles of Tai Chi, and his understanding was not yet profound.

Even Tai Chi, a martial art that has had a profound influence on later generations, was still in its early stages and far from being as complete as the Tai Chi Classics he had obtained.

"Then may I ask if the master could name that style of boxing?" Xu Qing asked.

After pondering for a moment, Master Zhang said, "Since it is derived from Tai Chi, then let's name it Tai Chi Chuan."

"Tai Chi Chuan, a good name." Xu Qing nodded.

Zhang Wuji nodded repeatedly, deeply admiring Zhang Laodao.

Although he was quite skilled, his understanding of the principles of martial arts was far from sufficient.

He is even less capable of making significant contributions, which is because his experience and knowledge are too shallow.

"Although I have become a Grandmaster of the Innate Realm, I am still far inferior to my master and great-master."

Zhang Wuji understood, and the pride and smugness he had felt after defeating Du'e were gradually erased from his mind.

Compared to true powerhouses, he has no right to be arrogant.

Xu Qing pondered whether he should tell Zhang Laodao the contents of the Tai Chi Classics.

But he gave up on the idea after only a moment.

Master Zhang has his own path, and it's not appropriate for him to interfere too much.

At this moment, Yang Xiao walked in, covered in blood.

"Master, we have eliminated all the Yuan soldiers at the foot of the mountain, and captured many small gangs that originally wanted to take advantage of our misfortune."

What should be done with those people?

Yang Xiao said.

"Which gangs are involved?" Xu Qing asked.

“The Beggars’ Gang, the Sand Gang, the Whale Gang, and other minor sects,” Yang Xiao said.

"Oh, even the Beggars' Sect has come. Ask them if they are willing to join my Ming Cult to fight against the tyrannical Yuan. If they are not, then kill them. There is no need to keep them alive."

Xu Qing said it casually.

These sects also have many disciples, especially the Beggars' Sect, whose number of members is comparable to that of the Ming Cult.

Although their strength level is somewhat low, their numbers are large, and if they can be recruited, they will be a great help in conquering cities and seizing strongholds.

To overthrow a dynasty, it's not enough to just deal with those top experts.

The task of besieging the city still requires these large armies.

Therefore, Xu Qing was willing to give these guys a chance.

It remains to be seen whether these people are sensible enough to realize the situation.

"Yes, Your subordinate will take care of it immediately!"

Yang Xiao cupped his hands in farewell and took his leave.

He was decisive and efficient, and handled matters in an orderly manner, which pleased Xu Qing.

With such subordinates, Xu Qing's life became much easier.

After Yang Xiao left, Xu Qing continued to exchange ideas with Zhang Laodao, discussing martial arts.

But not long after, Zhu'er, whom they hadn't seen for many days, came running over hurriedly, carrying an old woman on her back, shouting:
"Senior Master, Brother Wuji, help me!"

Upon seeing this, Zhang Wuji immediately couldn't sit still. He stood up and went to help Zhu'er.

Help Spider gently put the old woman covered in blood down from behind.

"Brother Wuji, please save my master! She's dying!"

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