The Legend of the Condor Heroes: From Being Expelled from Peach Blossom Island

Chapter 114 Hong Qigong was attracted by a few pigs

After A-Ku left, Hong Qigong finally raised his head and looked at Wu Chengyu.

"It's been five years, and you've grown so tall. Judging from your physique, you must be practicing external martial arts techniques."

One of the great advantages of Taoist practices is that if you don't use your hands, it's hard to see any marks from the outside. Your temples won't bulge, and at most your eyes will be slightly brighter.

With his imposing physique, resembling half a wall, and his muscular build, Wu Chengyu immediately gives the impression that he practices external martial arts.

"It's mainly just the Yanqing Fist, a family tradition of the Wu family, which is hardly worthy of serious attention."

While replying respectfully, Wu Chengyu walked to the corner and squatted down next to Hong Qigong.

If they just stand face to face and let Hong Qigong look them over, who knows if he'll notice anything amiss? It's better to squat down side by side.

"I heard that the Wu family produced a ruthless and unpredictable person, with extremely powerful grappling skills and an ability to dislocate tendons and bones. It must be you."

The martial arts of Peach Blossom Island don't seem to be so ruthless and unpredictable; that's not a good reputation. At such a young age, it's best not to associate with those who indiscriminately kill in the martial world. However, I haven't heard of Huang Yaoshi possessing any special skill for dislocating bones and tendons.

Three years ago at Xiaoling Mountain, Wu Chengyu used the Bone-Dislocating Grappling Technique, and his ruthless attack left a deep impression on everyone. Therefore, it was not surprising that Hong Qigong knew about his skill in grappling techniques that could dislocate tendons and bones.

As for the encounter a few days ago, Wu Chengyu also used the Bone-Dissolving Capturing Technique, which now seems to be a weakness. At the time, he did not expect to run into Hong Qigong today.

However, during their fight that night, Wu Chengyu only used the Bone-Dissolving Capturing Technique two or three times. Each time he was about to grab Hong Qigong, Hong Qigong either dodged it or directly shook him off with his internal force.

The characteristic of bone-dissolving grappling lies in dissolving bones, but this requires a firm grip on the opponent's body. If the grip is not secured, it appears similar to other grappling techniques on the surface.

At least Hong Qigong should not have known that the grappling technique at that time was intended to dislocate his joints, so the grappling technique should not have revealed his identity for the time being.

However, his ability to create clones and move at will was clearly demonstrated during his battle with Hong Qigong, which must have left a deep impression on Hong Qigong.

He used it three times in full view of everyone at Xiaoling Mountain. It was dark and noisy at the time, and people's attention was on the Black Wind Duo. They were also frightened by his ruthless attack, so no rumors of his skill in lightness skills spread afterward.

However, the technique of creating clones should be used less in the future. As long as the information reaches Hong Qigong's ears, they will surely be able to make contact.

Wu Chengyu decided to continue concealing his identity as the person who fought with Hong Qigong.

On the one hand, Hong Qigong had a prejudice against the Murong family, and on the other hand, Wu Chengyu was too unscrupulous at the time and used some despicable means, so he always felt a little guilty when he looked at Hong Qigong.

On the one hand, it has now been discovered that the Wu family and the Shi family are actually secretly connected and are considered to be of the same faction. If Hong Qigong finds out that he killed Shi Tong, and if he doesn't keep his mouth shut and the news gets out, it will inevitably bring trouble to his family, and he will not please either side.

Some things are already beyond redemption, and it's really best not to say them.

As Wu Chengyu recalled the details of the battle that night, he didn't dare to be careless and answered as carefully as possible.

"This skill is a family heirloom passed down by my late mother. I obtained it from my late mother's belongings after returning to the Wu family. It has nothing to do with Peach Blossom Island."

As for Peach Blossom Island, Huang Yaoshi was very particular; his martial arts required graceful movements, such as the Orchid Finger Flicking Technique. I'm sure you've seen it, but Huang Yaoshi never taught me any advanced skills, and I stopped practicing Peach Blossom Island's techniques long ago.

"You really don't know what happened between you and Huang Yaoshi back then, but I can't be bothered with other people's family matters."

"Why does your voice sound so familiar?" Wu Chengyu tried his best to keep his heart from racing and his face expressionless, but Hong Qigong's words instantly broke his composure. He forced himself to stay focused and recalled that night when he fought with Hong Qigong, his voice had been disguised, so there shouldn't be any flaws.

"Really? I'm almost sixteen, my voice is changing, it's different every day, maybe it'll sound completely different tomorrow."

Hong Qigong remained noncommittal and did not press the matter further. Wu Chengyu was also unsure whether Hong Qigong truly suspected him.

Just then, Ah Ku ran out carrying a rice bowl containing freshly cooked braised pork hock, the aroma immediately filling the entire back alley.

Hong Qigong beamed with joy, quickly took the rice bowl, and immediately opened his mouth to take a bite. While eating, he muttered, "Ah Ku girl is still the best. You have no conscience. This old beggar has been here for so long, and you haven't even given him a sip of wine."

Helpless, Wu Chengyu instructed Aku to go up and get the wine, and then asked, "It's been five years since we parted ways in Gushan. All these years, Aku and I have been in Wujiapo, and we haven't seen Master Qi come to find us. But I don't know why Master Qi suddenly became interested today and suddenly appeared at my Wuweilou."

Hong Qigong lowered his head and ignored him until he ate half a pig's trotter in one go and then took a deep breath. He took the wine that A-Ku handed him, took a few gulps and said it was delicious. Only then did he have time to answer Wu Chengyu.

“I am an old beggar, while you are a rich kid. Unless I go to Wujiapo to beg for food, there is nothing I can do with you.”

However, it was just a coincidence that I saw a truck delivering several pigs. I thought that this restaurant would definitely have meat to eat today, so I came along to get some meat.

Who would have thought that as soon as they reached the alley entrance, they would see Ah Ku, a girl, carrying a pig in each hand as if it were nothing, and walking away with it. She has superhuman strength and is the best material for practicing external martial arts.

I didn't recognize Ah Ku as the little girl you risked your life to save back then, but she looked very young. At such a young age, she had such strong muscles and bones. I haven't met many people with such potential in all these years.

"What a pity! Back then, this little girl followed you around every day, and I never even checked her potential. Otherwise, I would have taken her away long ago."

Wu Chengyu suddenly realized that Hong Qigong had actually been attracted by Aku.

Hong Qigong ate a few more pieces of meat and seemed quite interested in talking about A-Ku.

"The old beggar was squatting in this back alley, waiting to observe the girl when she came out."

Who would have thought that she would come out with three large basins to give alms to the beggars a short while later? These basins were full of big chunks of meat. When would ordinary beggars ever get to enjoy such a treat?

I like this girl even more because she's so kind-hearted.

But to my surprise, when she saw me, she immediately called me Seventh Master, saying that I had saved her back then. After some discussion, I remembered what happened in Gushan back then. If it weren't for A-Ku, I would have completely forgotten about you.

"Young Wu, how old is A-Ku this year?"

Wu Chengyu replied, "Just turned twelve?"

Hong Qigong slapped his thighs wildly with his oily hands, cheering repeatedly.

"So young, so talented, and kind-hearted. Most importantly, this little girl also comes from a beggar background. Isn't she the perfect disciple that God has sent to me?"

　Thanks to book friend 8257 for the reward

　　
　
(End of this chapter)