Arhats Subduing Demons: Starting with The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber

When Yun Changkong said this, everyone was stunned, wondering who he was talking to.
The Shaolin monks all stopped in their tracks, but Ren Yingying felt both disappointed and sad. She simply moved her lotus-like steps lightly, as if she hadn't heard anything.

Although Yun Changkong felt the matter had nothing to do with him, he couldn't bear to see a woman cry. Of course, he admitted to having the potential to be a scumbag, which was also a kind of inherent weakness in men.

After experiencing wonderful moments with women like Zhao Min, the Purple-Robed Dragon King, Zhou Zhiruo, and Xiao Zhao, Yun Changkong did not give up his admiration and covetousness for other women.

For example, Ning Zhongze, Yue Lingshan, Yilin, and now Ren Yingying, but his covetousness is not about trying every means to obtain the other's body or soul.

Otherwise, he has plenty of ways to deal with it!

Just like with the woman in yellow, I was only responsible for flirting; whether I succeeded or not was up to fate.

The outcome of gaining or losing is not important; it is the process that he wants to experience.

Just like when he practiced martial arts, he never thought about becoming the most respected person in the world, and he didn't care about winning or losing.

Seeing Ren Yingying's tears and returning the music score of The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, Yun Changkong felt a sense of unease. He called out to her, but seeing that Ren Yingying was still walking, he had a rebellious thought and suddenly leaped up, calling out, "Miss Ren."

Yun Changkong's lightness skill was superb; as he spoke, he had already caught up with Ren Yingying.

Ren Yingying suddenly turned her head and asked in surprise, "Why did you come here?" Although her tone was indignant, her steps slowed down.

Yun Changkong said, "Your anger is completely unfounded. A beautiful woman should be quiet and gentle. What kind of behavior is it to be crying or fighting all the time?"

Ren Yingying retorted, "Are you saying I'm being unreasonable? You've insulted me time and again, what do you take me for? And who said that women aren't beautiful when they fight and kill?"

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Don't be angry. I was just talking about an ordinary person. There are naturally many beautiful and dignified women in the martial arts world. Besides you, who else is worthy of you?"

A blush rose on Ren Yingying's face. Suddenly, she drew her short sword and said in a deep voice, "Miss, we have nothing to do with each other anymore. We'll keep to ourselves. Haven't I made myself clear? I'm going to find Linghu Chong."

Yun Changkong laughed loudly and said, "Although I don't like to force people to do things against their will, my words are final. If I'm unwilling today, you can't find Linghu Chong, let alone Dongfang Bubai!"

Upon hearing this, everyone exchanged bewildered glances, thinking, "How arrogant!"

Ren Yingying was even more taken aback, thinking to herself, "This Yun fellow is cunning and eccentric, but his martial arts skills are unfathomable. If he really wants to keep me here, Shaolin Temple will readily help me."

Suddenly, a strange feeling welled up in my heart, and I couldn't help but feel my face flush and lower my head.

Suddenly, Zhong Zhen burst into laughter and said, "Brother Yun, are you going to get involved in this affair between the demonic sect's witch and the Shaolin Temple again?"

Yun Changkong ignored him and said, "Miss Ren, today's events are also closely related to me. Moreover, you are as beautiful as a flower, and once I saw you, I could not forget you. You have made me obsessed with you."

I also need your help with my cultivation. What will I do if you run off to Shaolin Temple and get imprisoned there?

Ren Yingying spat out, "What's it to me?"

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Alright, I can't see you all the time, and you don't have to care. But your fierce and unreasonable subordinates are not only disturbing the peace of the ancient Shaolin Temple, but they may also kill people. It would be a waste of such a beautiful woman as you to come to Shaolin Temple and cause bloodshed. It's a real eyesore!"

The Shaolin monks all nodded silently; this was the truth.

Ren Yingying gave a cold snort, her delicate body swayed, and she darted away.

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Why rush to leave when the words haven't been explained clearly?" He flashed and blocked her way.

Ren Yingying seemed to have anticipated his move. She brandished her short sword and suddenly thrust it forward. At the same time, she stopped in her tracks and flew backward, her delicate body crashing onto the roof.

Amidst Yun Changkong's loud laughter, he raised his hand and grabbed the tip of the short sword with a clever and cunning move.

The short sword gleamed, a precious blade capable of cutting through gold and jade, yet Yun Changkong held it in his hand as if it were nothing.

"Dragon Claw Hand!"

The Shaolin monks were all horrified.

Ren Yingying had already leaped into the air, but was pulled by Yun Changkong, causing her true energy to become turbid. She panicked and lost her composure, forgetting to discard her weapon. When she landed, she couldn't stop her momentum and ended up crashing headfirst into Yun Changkong.

Although Ren Yingying came from the Demonic Sect, she was upright and dignified. She would never get close to other men, and even when Linghu Chong wanted to hug her in the original story, she would not let him touch her. She was immediately filled with shame and anger and quickly jumped away.

Suddenly, everyone gasped in surprise. Her veil had been knocked off, revealing a face with delicate eyebrows, bright eyes, and unparalleled beauty.

Everyone held their breath, thinking, "No wonder Linghu Chong betrayed his sect and defied his master for her, and Yun Changkong, knowing she already had someone else in her heart, still felt protective of her and was willing to offend Shaolin Temple. She is truly stunningly beautiful!"

Ren Yingying was both alarmed and anxious, and angrily said, "I have already stated that I am going to find Linghu Chong. You are pestering me. Don't you have any shame?"

Yun Changkong, still smiling, said, "In my life, I, Yun Changkong, have never loved power or wealth, but I love beauty."

"I love associating with beautiful women, especially witches like you. You're not leaving now, or I'll kill someone too."

Everyone who heard this knew it was true.

Those who had met Yun Changkong in Hengshan City knew that he was capricious and could turn ruthless in an instant, his cruelty comparable to that of the Demonic Sect. Therefore, women like Yue Lingshan and Yilin were filled with trepidation whenever they thought of him, and their hard-won feelings of attraction were suppressed by fear.

Ren Yingying said indignantly, "Hmph, if the Shaolin Temple knew that their divine skills had been bestowed upon a frivolous person..."

Yun Changkong laughed loudly and said, "I never care about the world's slander when I do things. You good witch, you've met your match today, there's no escaping it."

In the past, Ren Yingying would have been furious at his shameless behavior, but fortunately, she had gradually become accustomed to it. She said coldly, "You saw it yourself. It was Shaolin Temple that sent me. Are you really not afraid of offending Shaolin Temple for my sake?"

Yun Changkong snorted: "You have no knowledge. Shaolin Temple has been the leading force in the martial arts world for hundreds of years. We have never received female guests. The monks only gave you a lesson because they saw that you killed your disciple and did not know how to stand up for yourself. Do you think they really want you to come up the mountain? If they want to kill you to pay with your life, then so be it."

As for your accusations of detaining people, accusing the government of robbery, and so on, that's just petty-mindedness and sophistry. Why don't you apologize to the esteemed monks?

Upon hearing this, Ren Yingying blushed and immediately lifted her veil and put it back on.

Fang Sheng and his fellow disciples exchanged glances and remained silent. They had already been hoping that Yun Changkong would step in and take the woman away.

Master Fang Sheng said gently, "Shaolin Temple is a place of monastic practice with strict precepts. Female guests are not usually present. However, the abbot had no choice but to do this because of the lives of several disciples. Amitabha!"

"Amitabha!" Yun Changkong clasped his hands together and said solemnly, "Master Fang Sheng, no wonder you didn't capture this demoness that day. The Demonic Cult uses the 'Three Corpse Brain God Pill' to enslave the martial world, and the lives of many martial arts heroes are tied to this demoness."
This witch is their talisman; if she is harmed, the whole group will be wiped out. The death of one person will lead to the destruction of the entire group. There is nothing more heinous than this. Master Fang Sheng's refusal to do such a thing is truly a sign of great compassion.

As for the deaths of your fellow monks at your temple, I too was involved in the matchmaking. My heart was filled with greed, anger, lust, and delusion; it was simply bad luck that brought this calamity upon me.

These words might have been acceptable coming from someone else, but coming from him, they were truly absurd and laughable. Anyone who knew his background couldn't help but think, "What a hypocrite! What did you say when you killed Tian Boguang and the entire Songshan Sect?"

"Excellent, excellent!" Master Fang Sheng said, pressing his palms together. "Since that's how it is..."

Master Fangming said, "Our sect has come with all its might today, but it has come at the end rather than the beginning. Young Master Yun, please tell us, what will people say if this gets out of the martial arts world?" He was of a strong character and felt that doing things this way would damage the reputation of Shaolin Temple.

Yun Changkong said, "Then what does Master think?"

Fang Ming chuckled in a deep voice and said, "You really don't know?"

Yun Changkong also said in a deep voice, "May I ask your guidance?"

Fang Ming raised his right arm, and with a series of cracking sounds, he walked step by step toward Yun Changkong.

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Vajra Subduing Demons, good, it's been a long time."

Fang Ming struck Yun Changkong with a palm strike, his internal energy was powerful, and his palm force was surging and powerful, with an astonishing momentum.

Yun Changkong met the attack with a palm strike. With a snap, their palms collided, and Fang Ming was sent flying with a whoosh. Just as he was about to crash into the wall on the side of the street, he suddenly pushed his palm backward. With a loud boom, a large hole appeared in the wall, and Fang Ming regained his footing. However, he felt that the force of the palm strike he had just delivered had vanished without a trace. He thought to himself, "How can someone so young possess such unparalleled skill? Oh well."

He couldn't help but sigh and said, "I have a question in my mind that I would like to ask Tan Yue for advice."

Yun Changkong said, "You're too kind, Master."

Fang Ming said, “Your divine skill and our temple’s internal skills are from the same source, which is beyond doubt. However, even lay disciples of our sect are not allowed to practice such divine skills. I heard from Junior Brother Fang that your ancestors had a connection with a high monk. May I ask if you could tell me the high monk’s Dharma name?”

Yun Changkong said, "That eminent monk once encountered some difficulties and was saved by my ancestor. He once instructed my ancestor in some martial arts, but refused to accept him as a disciple."

The implication was that my ancestor saved his life and prevented him from joining your Shaolin Temple, so this was a way of repaying him, and there was no need to ask any further questions.

Fang Ming was of a fierce and impulsive nature. Since he had already decided to find out her origins, he would not give up halfway. Strangely, after hearing this, he suddenly retreated to Fang Sheng's side. Yun Changkong said, "Masters, then I will take this witch away. I will convert her and help her to reform."

Master Fang Sheng clasped his hands together and said, "If we can dispel the malevolence in the female benefactor's heart, it will truly be a blessing for the martial arts world..."

Before Master Fang Sheng could finish speaking, a clear whistle, like a dragon's roar, suddenly came from afar, approaching with great force.

Upon hearing the whistle, everyone's faces changed color, and they were all horrified: "Who is this person who has come?"

Suddenly, a yellow shadow landed on the roof in the northwest corner. A tall man with a cold face, eyebrows like flying swords, and piercing eyes stood with his hands behind his back, looking down.

"Meet the Master!"

The disciples of the Songshan Sect all bowed respectfully.

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Brother Zuo, you really are everywhere!"

A smile appeared on Zuo Lengchan's face as he slowly said, "Miss Ren risked her life to save her lover; I admire her devotion to the utmost. Brother Yun..."

Ren Yingying angrily retorted, "Zuo Lengchan, stop talking nonsense! There isn't a single good man in the world. Who is worthy to be my lover?"

Zuo Lengchan said, "Oh, so it wasn't you who treated Linghu Chong of my Five Mountains Sword Sect on Five Tyrants Hill. It seems everyone in the world has been mistaken."

Master Fang Sheng, since Brother Yun has spoken, I, Zuo, would like to ask you for a favor. For his sake, let's leave it at that for today!

Ren Yingying gave a slight sneer and said, "Hey, Zuo, don't try to curry favor now."

Zuo Lengchan smiled calmly and said, "I don't need your gratitude. What's there to sell? But do you know that there are many Demonic Sect disciples lying in ambush around here?"

Ren Yingying said coldly, "So what if I know?"

Zuo Lengchan said, "Brother Yun, Dongfang Bubai has sent several elders with people here, just wanting to see us fight so he can take the opportunity to wipe us all out. That's why he's been so indifferent to the capture of our Holy Maiden!"

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "If I were Yang Lianting, I would definitely have done the same. I would have let Shaolin Temple capture the Holy Maiden, and those who are loyal to her would have to go to Shaolin Temple to rescue her. At that time, I wouldn't have to lift a finger to eliminate a major threat. Why not? What's so strange about that?"

"Brother Yun is wise!" Zuo Lengchan nodded and said, "However, Miss Ren, do you know why the Demonic Sect would suddenly treat you like this when you are clearly the Holy Maiden, second only to the leader of the Demonic Sect?"

Ren Yingying snorted, "What's it to you?"

Zuo Lengchan said, "So, what does Ren Woxing have to do with you?"

Ren Yingying trembled, a look of bewilderment flashing across her face. Suddenly, she shouted sharply, "Zuo Lengchan, you are a grandmaster and the leader of the Five Mountains Alliance. My father has long since passed away. Do you mean that you would even kill the dead to achieve your goals?"

Zuo Lengchan sighed and slowly said, "Brother Ren has indeed passed away. Back then, he abused his power and tyranny by relying on the Star Absorbing Technique, poisoning many masters of the righteous path of our martial arts world. That's why I challenged him to a duel..."

Ren Yingying said coldly, "It's all your fault. If it weren't for you, my father wouldn't have passed away!"

Zuo Lengchan shook his head and said, "Your father and I fought to a draw. In fact, he was slightly better. But because he was guilty, he stopped fighting and left when he saw my two junior brothers appear. You say he died because of me? You're giving me too much credit!"

Upon hearing this, Ren Yingying felt uneasy, vaguely sensing that a major event was about to befall her, and her body began to tremble involuntarily.

But Zuo Lengchan continued, "I had just finished my duel with Brother Ren when I heard that he had passed away. You, a seven-year-old child, were actually appointed as the Holy Maiden, second only to one person in the Demonic Sect, by Dongfang Bibai. Hehe, the Demonic Sect has a long history, this is the first time ever!"
In his entire life, Zuo truly admired only two people. The first was Brother Yun, so young yet possessing such high martial arts skills, unparalleled since the beginning of time. The second was Dongfang Bibai.

At this point, he stared straight at Ren Yingying and said in a deep voice, "The so-called Holy Maiden is nothing more than a means to cover up his murder of Ren Woxing, usurp the throne, and stabilize people's hearts."

You are so arrogant and clever, yet instead of seeking revenge for your father, you abandon all restraint for Linghu Chong, that ungrateful traitor who betrayed his master and ancestors. Meanwhile, he is a charming and carefree man who leaves a trail of broken hearts. He can't even get the daughter of Master Yue of the Huashan Sect. And you, the Holy Maiden, just happen to appear at the perfect time.

"Haha, Brother Ren was a powerful figure in his lifetime, and he made too many enemies. Some couldn't do anything to him while he was alive, so they took revenge on his daughter after his death. If Brother Ren knew this from beyond the grave, I wonder what he would think!"

Upon hearing this, Ren Yingying suddenly took two steps back and swayed. It turned out that after Dongfang Bubai usurped power, he said that Ren Woxing had died abroad and left a will that he should succeed him as the leader of the sect.

At the time, Ren Yingying was still young, and Dongfang Bubai was shrewd and cunning, so the matter was handled flawlessly, leaving her with no suspicion. Dongfang Bubai treated Ren Yingying with unusual kindness and courtesy, never refusing her no matter what she said. Therefore, Ren Yingying held a very prestigious position in the sect, but this time, when she was fed the "Three Corpse Brain God Pill," she suspected that there might be something wrong with it.

Hearing Zuo Lengchan's words, and realizing that his father's death abroad was highly suspicious, and recalling Dongfang Bubai's claim that Xiang Wentian had betrayed the sect, he also imprisoned him.

The more Ren Yingying thought about it, the more she felt that her father had been harmed by Dongfang Bubai. He was afraid that she would find out the truth and seek revenge, so he fed her the "Three Corpse Brain God Pill" in advance to control her. Once she had the will to rebel, regardless of success or failure, this Dragon Boat Festival would be the day she died.

Thinking of this, Ren Yingying's eyes were already wet with tears. At this moment, she couldn't care less about being angry with Yun Changkong, and she couldn't even remember what Linghu Chong was like at Shaolin Temple. She turned around and ran away. The people from Shaolin Temple didn't stop her.

Yun Changkong looked at Zuo Lengchan and sneered, "Brother Zuo, you're too busy taking care of yourself to meddle in other people's business. You really can't stand being alone!"

He thought about how this man had planned his whole life, only to have Yue Buqun steal his glory, and how he hadn't stopped him. The day was fast approaching, and he couldn't help but feel a little amused.

Zuo Lengchan had no idea what he was thinking and laughed, "Brother Yun, you're too kind. I was just trying to eliminate the Demonic Sect."

This woman possesses the "Three Corpse Brain God Pills" that have been used by countless people. If she learns the truth and clashes with Dongfang Bibai, it will greatly benefit the righteous path of our martial arts world. Don't you all agree?

"Not bad!"

"If the demonic sect can kill each other, countless people in the righteous path of the martial world will be spared."

There were many heroes who harbored deep hatred for the Demonic Sect; the crowd was bustling with noise.

Yun Changkong said calmly, "If one plan fails, you come up with another. Brother Zuo, if you keep playing this game, you'll eventually find yourself in one of your own traps."

He spoke softly, which suppressed the noise.

Zuo Lengchan was no ordinary man. Seeing that Yun Changkong was about to take Ren Yingying away, he knew that Shaolin Temple would surely find an excuse, since their martial arts originated from the same source. He immediately devised another plan. He would make the conflict between Ren Yingying and Dongfang Bubai public. It would be a struggle, and it would be just as beneficial to his Five Mountains Alliance.

Zuo Lengchan's mind raced for a moment, then he suddenly sighed, leaped down from the roof, and laughed, "Brother Yun, do you really like this girl, Ren?"

Yun Changkong said, "What's it to you?"

Zuo Lengchan said, "Your martial arts are so high that they have reached an unfathomable level. In the martial arts world today, you are undoubtedly number one. I, Zuo, have never been one to submit to anyone, but in the realm of martial arts, I admire only you. You are also incomparably handsome. If you wish, you can pluck any flower in the world and befriend any beauty in the land."

In my humble opinion, this Miss Ren is in love with Linghu Chong, but has no feelings for you, Brother Yun. Why bother? It's beneath your dignity as a true gentleman!

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Brother Zuo, you're quite the clever one. You figured that out?"

He sighed softly, "I offered my heart to the bright moon, but the bright moon shone on the gutter. What a tragedy of life! It's a pity that a beautiful woman once said, 'I'm so outstanding, if you don't pursue me, you have no taste.'"

Brother Zuo has great ambitions, but this world is not only about human relationships and social interactions, but also about fighting and killing. Who doesn't have a weakness?

So if you can bring up Ren Woxing's daughter today, but someone does the same thing to your son tomorrow, it won't make any difference.

That's why I love chasing flowers and breaking willows, because it's carefree. But this woman is determined to kill Linghu Chong, who betrayed his master and ancestors. Tell me, how can I be willing to accept that?
There's no other way but to shamelessly resort to any means necessary.

As for what constitutes "manly spirit," if you understand the wonderful pleasure of conquering a woman who already has someone she loves—it's like defeating someone widely regarded as the greatest martial artist in the world—that's the kind of sense of accomplishment you get. Once you experience that, I believe you'll find it endlessly enjoyable!

The assembled heroes were astonished to hear Zuo Lengchan and Yun Changkong address each other as brothers, their words brimming with wit and hidden meaning. Only the intelligent among them could comprehend the profound impact these words would have, and naturally, they were greatly amazed by what the two had said.

After all, the number one expert in the world is Dongfang Bubai, the leader of the Demonic Sect, while Zuo Lengchan openly claims that Yun Changkong is the number one expert in the world. So, you can decide for yourself!

Yun Changkong was telling Zuo Lengchan, "Don't think that just because your Songshan Sect has many people and great power, I can't deal with you by myself, but I can certainly deal with your son. You should be smarter."

Zuo Lengchan, however, said calmly, "I have learned a lot!"

Yun Changkong thought to himself, "Good heavens, he can remain calm even after I say all this. Sure enough, the more wicked a person is, the more composed they are. This old guy is truly extraordinary. Should I just kill him?"

Just as he was pondering this, he heard Master Fang Sheng's voice in his ear, saying, "Tonight at Hai Shi (9-11 PM), at the summit of Cuiyun Peak, the abbot of our temple invites you to stay for a while."

Yun Changkong swept his gaze over him, then laughed loudly and recited: "Going out with a laugh, I am free from all constraints; the clouds are in the West Lake, and the moon is in the sky. All living beings are confused and attached. What is Buddha? What is Tao? Tao is me, and I am Buddha! The body is not worth cherishing, so why bother with anything else?"

These words, like the resounding toll of a bronze bell, shook the very core of everyone's being, leaving them stunned.

Fang Sheng and the others pondered Yun Changkong's words. Suddenly, a flash of inspiration struck them, and they hurriedly chased after him. However, Yun Changkong moved with the speed of the wind and had already disappeared.

The heroes saw that he had appeared and disappeared without a trace in broad daylight. His lightness skill was beyond description. No wonder the Shaolin Temple and the Songshan Sect had to give him face. Who could afford to offend someone who did not seek fame or fortune but only wanted to enjoy the world? Naturally, they would avoid provoking him if possible.

This allowed him to do whatever he wanted without any scruples. (End of Chapter)