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

Chapter 430 Four Moves of Scattered Martial Arts
Guo Jing had killed quite a few people recently, so he was quite skilled at looting corpses. Before long, he had taken a lot of gold and silver from these bandits.

“Master Wu, look, that bandit leader still has two hundred taels of silver notes on him.”

Wu Chengyu frowned: "This is the strongest band of bandits who have roamed the northern deserts, how come they only made a few hundred taels of silver in total?"

Quan Jinfa used a weight as a weapon. He was the most good at accounting among the Seven Heroes of Jiangnan. He glanced at the silver notes and knew that they could be exchanged in the Jin Kingdom.

"These bandits are actually all poor and ruthless. They rob caravans and herdsmen here, but what they get is limited. They are all guys who don't know if they will see the sun rise the next day, so they don't know how to save money. They take the silver and run to the Jin Kingdom to squander it."

We've almost wiped out the bandits in the northern and eastern deserts. Today's kill was the largest we've ever done. Fortunately, their horses were worth some money, as were their weapons, which are the most valuable things in the eyes of the Mongols.

"Jing'er, go with your third master to gather all these horses together. We can sell them at the Mongolian market later, and that will bring in another source of income."

Guo Jing and Han Baoju were the best at training horses, and soon they had gathered dozens of them. The rest had long since disappeared, but these dozens of horses were all warhorses, which could indeed be exchanged for a lot of gold and silver.

Quan Jinfa laughed and said, "We have a total of five or six thousand taels of silver on hand. Once we return to Jiaxing and start a new business, Sister-in-law Guo and Jing'er will be able to live a life free from worry about food and clothing. It really is time to return to Jiangnan."

Wu Chengyu turned to look at Guo Jing: "It seems that Hua Zheng hasn't been coming to see you much lately."

Guo Jing scratched his head: "She doesn't like me being with Master. She's always talking badly about Master, which makes me a little unhappy. She hasn't been paying much attention to me lately either."

Wu Chengyu didn't press further, but he felt sorry for Hua Zheng. The girl actually had a very good personality, straightforward and decisive, but she was ultimately not a good match for Guo Jing. In the original story, it was Hua Zheng who betrayed Li Ping, leading to Li Ping's suicide. If this ill-fated relationship could be severed now, it would be a good thing.

Guo Jing was still clueless about matters of love and sex. When Hua Zheng didn't come to him, he didn't feel particularly missing her. In fact, he wasn't attracted to her at all. Especially lately, all he could think about were the four free-style moves that Wu Chengyu had taught him, and the more he practiced them, the more profound they seemed.

“Master Wu, this groin kick is easy to practice, but the other three moves are really too difficult. Just now I used the Unblocking Heaven-Turning Seal, but I still couldn’t find the feeling of locking onto the opponent. Instead, that guy just stuck his head out and that’s when I hit him.”

And then there's that reckless Dragon-Capturing Claw. You said I practiced my second master's small grappling techniques and could quickly get the hang of it, but every time I use it, it feels different. There are no specific moves, so I really don't know how to practice it.

As for that neither-yin-yang, cloud-penetrating hand technique, it's even more difficult. What exactly is yin and yang? You want me to sense the changes in force, but I simply can't find a clue. I can't even use this move.

The Unbiased Groin Kick, the Unblockable Heaven-Turning Seal, the Unreckless Dragon-Capturing Claw, and the Neither Yin nor Yang Cloud-Moving Hand are four free-style moves that Wu Chengyu taught Guo Jing. In fact, they are also the essence of martial arts summarized by Wu Chengyu.

Of these, only the Impartial Groin Kick is relatively simple, as it combines three moves from the Gale Kick technique: Spring Breeze, Wind Lifting Clouds, and Gentle Breeze and Sunny Day.

Spring Breeze on the Face is the first move of the Gale Leg Technique. It is extremely sudden, fast, and light, making it difficult to defend against. This move used to be used to slap people and provoke taunts, but now it is just used from a different angle.

"Wind Rises and Clouds Fly" is a move in the Gale Leg Technique that primarily relies on lightness skills. Its characteristic is not dodging, but rather continuous acceleration, a pursuit move that chases after the enemy.

"Wind and Sun" is a deadly move in the Fierce Wind Leg Technique, and it is also a move that Wu Chengyu often uses to make his opponents cough up their lungs and die.

This move emphasizes not carrying any killing intent. It uses the toes to generate power and withdraws immediately. The force is similar to the Heart-Shattering Palm in the Nine Yin Manual, penetrating directly into the body. It seems light and easy, but it is actually extremely vicious.

These three moves combined are extremely sudden, with a sudden acceleration and instantaneous force, plus the super explosive power brought by the cat-like steps. It can be said that they are both lethal and insulting, especially unfriendly to men. As long as the kick hits, regardless of whether the opponent can reproduce in the future, the opponent will lose the ability to fight.

This was definitely a dirty trick, but it was also something Wu Chengyu had prepared specifically for Guo Jing. Guo Jing was definitely a gentleman. As the saying goes, a gentleman can be deceived by his principles. This guy had already mastered the art of speed, accuracy, and ruthlessness in his fights, yet he always remained upright and honorable.

In Wu Chengyu's view, being too upright and honorable is not good either. When dealing with some cunning and ruthless people, you should also have a corresponding counterattack. This groin kick is just right. As long as the opponent uses dirty tricks, you can immediately kick him. No matter what move you want to use, you will have to cover your vitals and scream in pain first.

Moreover, this move is extremely deceptive when applied to Guo Jing. With his righteous and awe-inspiring face and honest demeanor, anyone can tell that it's not fake. Only someone like him can make a perfectly aimed groin kick the hardest to defend against.

However, this move was a sneaky trick prepared to target Guo Jing's personality. The Gale Leg Technique can be considered a unique skill, but it is far from being a divine skill. It is not that difficult to learn. Guo Jing has used it every time he has a close fight with someone recently, and it has almost become muscle memory.

But Wu Chengyu still felt something was off every time he saw Guo Jing use this move. A great hero, a northern knight who serves his country and people, is skilled at using the groin kick. It's not a nice thing to say. He wondered if he would lead this great hero astray in the future.

However, the other three freehand techniques are not so easy to master. These three techniques were refined by Wu Chengyu from his own martial arts. He is proficient in various martial arts and all kinds of divine skills. Now he is a top master. He has racked his brains to come up with these three techniques.

Although each move is separate and not connected, they have a high ceiling, a lofty purpose, and are highly beneficial to one's own martial arts cultivation. They cannot be mastered in a short period of time.

The "Unblocking and Unpardoning Heaven-Turning Seal" is a move that is neither blocked nor parried, but simply executed. This move is based on the Yangge Tianjun technique from the Tianshan Six Yang Palms, and also incorporates the method of condensing energy from the Great Subduing Demon Fist, as well as Wu Chengyu's reflections on various martial arts.

Transforming the palm into a seal and descending from the sky, this is called Fan Tian. It is based on the Fan Tian Seal from the Investiture of the Gods, symbolizing both unparalleled ferocity and the ability of Yang Ge Tian Jun to lock onto the enemy, making it impossible for anyone to dodge and unstoppable. Although it is only one move, it is the most difficult killing move to resist.

Regardless of the Dragon-Capturing Claw, there's Wu Chengyu's favorite Bone-Dislocating Grappling Hand, the incredibly lethal Nine Yin Divine Claw, and the Free and Easy Plum Blossom Hand, which combines the concepts of various palm techniques and grappling hands.

The term "regardless of consequences" means that no matter what moves the opponent makes, this move can adapt randomly, sometimes dislocating tendons and bones, sometimes grappling and fighting, sometimes cutting acupoints and seizing pulses, and it even has some of the effects of the Dragon Capturing Skill of pulling objects from a distance. It is definitely a supreme skill that combines the best of grappling techniques. There is also the ambiguous Cloud-Moving Hand that Guo Jing couldn't understand at all. Wu Chengyu only taught Guo Jing the method of practice and didn't expect Guo Jing to learn it now. He could only master it when Guo Jing's skills and experience increased and his understanding of martial arts deepened.

This move has the effect of neutralizing the opponent's power with the "Shifting Stars" technique, and also reflects the Xiaoyao School's understanding of Yin and Yang. It can be used in both Yin and Yang depending on the attack, and can be switched at any time to neutralize the opponent's offensive invisibly. It is the best defensive move, and can also be used to both defend and attack.

One powerful attack, one grappling move, and one defensive move – these three moves can be considered the essence of Wu Chengyu's palm techniques. Their power has virtually no upper limit, enough for Guo Jing to practice for twenty or thirty years. As his martial arts improve, he will surely shine brightly.

Apart from that, Wu Chengyu didn't teach Guo Jing any other moves. After all, there was still the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms waiting for Guo Jing. Wu Chengyu couldn't imagine what Guo Jing would be like without the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms, which was considered Guo Jing's signature move.

With these three moves, they can be used to verify the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms, and may even raise the upper limit of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms. Wu Chengyu believes that Guo Jing's mastery of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms will surpass Hong Qigong and catch up with Xiao Feng in the future.

As for whether Guo Jing will be able to learn the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms in the future, it's hard to say how he will learn it now.

Li Ping and Guo Jing were to return to Jiangnan a few years earlier than planned. Who knew if Guo Jing would happen to meet Huang Rong again in the future, or if Peach Blossom Island was no longer just for the father and daughter, and Huang Rong might not necessarily run away from home.

Without Huang Rong's cooking, Guo Jing, being rather simple-minded, wouldn't have been able to keep Hong Qigong, let alone learn martial arts from him.

However, Wu Chengyu did not think that Guo Jing would ultimately miss out on the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms. His good sister, A Ku, was now Hong Qigong's prized disciple. Hong Qigong had always thought that A Ku was the best successor of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms.

At worst, we can have Ah Ku, who is our master's aunt or mistress, teach Guo Jing the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms. As for Hong Qigong, Wu Chengyu will naturally have a way to get him to agree.

Speaking of which, Wu Chengyu suddenly remembered A-Ku. This girl had been following Hong Qigong for six or seven years, and she should be ready to graduate by now. Once Wu Chengyu sent Li Ping and her son back to Jiangnan, he could bring this good girl back with him.

While explaining the moves and the gains and losses from just now to Guo Jing, Wu Chengyu recalled the image of A Ku when she left him. Back then, she was just a little bear. He wondered if the Mysterious Maiden Skill that Hong Qigong mentioned could actually turn A Ku into a beautiful woman, and whether he could still recognize her then.

And so, it took them three whole days to get home. After a short rest, Han Baoju took Guo Jing and Quan Jinfa and drove their horses to the market.

Zhang Asheng recounted his experience to Ke Zhen'e, Zhu Cong, and Han Xiaoying. Li Ping hadn't been busy lately, no longer weaving felt day and night. She had sold all the sheep and chickens she raised, except for the ones she kept for herself.

In fact, apart from never having been to their so-called hometown, the clueless Guo Jing, Wu Chengyu who was used to being a street urchin, Li Ping, and the Seven Heroes of Jiangnan were already eager to return to Jiangnan and packed their bags early on.

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A month later, a caravan appeared on the grassland. Several carriages silently headed south. Apart from Ke Zhen'e, Han Xiaoying, and Li Ping sitting in the carriages, Wu Chengyu, Guo Jing, and the other five monsters rode horses, each with two horses.

They have been away from Temujin's tribe for more than half a month, and it is estimated that they will be able to leave the Mongolian grasslands in another half month.

Everyone was eager to return home, but Guo Jing was sullen. Wu Chengyu patted Guo Jing on the forehead.

"What's wrong? Still feeling down because you didn't say goodbye to them?"

Guo Jing nodded without saying a word. After deciding to leave, Guo Jing went to say goodbye to his friends.

During this period, Temujin led his troops westward to pursue the remnants of Wang Khansangkun's forces. Wu Chengyu was unable to see Temujin and Jebe. The others, knowing that Guo Jing was returning to Jiangnan, politely saw him off without any reluctance.

Although Guo Jing had made meritorious contributions, he was still a child in their eyes, far from the right-wing marshal of the Mongol western expedition that he would later become. Temujin did not value him at all.

Even because of Wu Chengyu, Temujin couldn't wait for them to leave the grasslands as soon as possible.

As for Hua Zheng and Tuolui, Hua Zheng had a falling out with Guo Jing and happened to run to her elder brother Jochi's territory, which was far away from Guo Jing.

Without saying goodbye to his companions, Guo Jing couldn't muster any enthusiasm at the moment, and spent his days brooding and depressed.

“Well then, I just remembered that I still have some things to take care of on the grasslands, so I need to go back now. You can write a letter to them to say goodbye, and I'll take it back for you.”

"Really? Thank you, Master." Guo Jing immediately perked up. When they found a place to spend the night, he immediately wrote a letter by the light of the campfire.

Wu Chengyu tucked the letter into his pocket and said to Ke Zhen'e and Zhu Cong.

"My seven elder brothers and sisters, please take Sister-in-law Guo and Jing'er ahead. I will catch up with you as soon as I have finished my business."

As soon as he finished speaking, Wu Chengyu mounted his horse and headed back into the depths of the Mongolian grasslands under the cover of night. Having spent nearly a year in Mongolia, he was now able to discern directions, and his destination was the very place where Temujin's army camp was located.

(End of this chapter)