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

It should be noted that Ren Woxing was extremely arrogant. Even though he knew that Dongfang Bubai had practiced the Sunflower Manual, he still wanted to compete with him again.

Personality was one factor, but it also meant underestimating the power of the Sunflower Manual.

He never imagined that Dongfang Bubai would be so strong, so when Linghu Chong offered to help him, he immediately refused because the other party was unwilling to join the Sun Moon Cult.

However, when they arrived at Blackwood Cliff, Dongfang Bubai instantly killed Tong Baixiong, which really surprised Ren Woxing. Then, with his arrogance, he also believed that Dongfang Bubai's martial arts were superior to his own.

Ren Yingying said softly, "Father, Young Master Yun is quite right. Now that Dongfang Bubai has practiced the Sunflower Manual, he's probably not the same as before." Suddenly, her delicate body spun around, circling Ren Woxing.
It was truly a sight to behold, appearing in front and then suddenly behind. Ren Woxing could see it clearly; Ren Yingying's movements were strange and ingenious, ethereal and otherworldly, unlike any human martial arts.

Ren Yingying suddenly paused, transitioning from movement to stillness, just as the saying goes, "still as a virgin, swift as a rabbit."

Ren Woxing said calmly, "Who taught you this movement technique?"

Ren Yingying said, "This was taught to me by Dongfang Bubai. He said that as long as I master this skill, even if the enemy's martial arts are twice as good as mine, they can't hurt me!"

Ren Woxing remained expressionless, but was inwardly horrified. He was familiar with the various schools of lightness skills, but he had never seen such a strange movement technique as Ren Yingying's.

His mind raced, knowing full well that Dongfang Bubai's skill far surpassed Ren Yingying's by several times. If Dongfang Bubai possessed such lightness skill, he would find it extremely difficult to gain favor. Ren Woxing, however, remained calm and composed, showing no sign of fear despite his apprehension.

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "I believe that Mr. Ren's skill level is very close to that of Dongfang Bubai. If they fight all out, it is still uncertain who will emerge victorious. However, if Dongfang Bubai were to use such a movement technique, he would definitely be several times faster than Miss Ren. In the world of martial arts, speed is the only thing that cannot be broken!"

Ren Woxing was a formidable figure, and as the saying goes, "a wise man knows when to yield." As soon as he saw Ren Yingying's movements, he realized the seriousness of the situation.

He had returned to the martial world, and a major battle was looming ahead, leaving no room for retreat. Without a sliver of certainty, how could he dare to invite disaster? He immediately began devising a plan to counter Dongfang Bubai's agility.

Ren Woxing calmly replied, "Is Dongfang Bubai's movement technique that fast? My Star Absorbing Skill is no joke either. Besides, what makes you think you can defeat Dongfang Bubai?"

Yun Changkong said calmly, "Aiming for the highest standard, I dare not belittle myself. As for why, that's not something you can fathom!"

Ren Woxing was secretly pleased, but on the surface he said angrily, "You dare to spout such nonsense here? Aren't you afraid of being scorned by others?"

Ren Yingying was unaware of Ren Woxing's inner thoughts and thought he was truly angry. She wanted to say a few words on behalf of Yun Changkong, but when she opened her mouth, she didn't know how to start.

Xiang Wentian snorted coldly and said, "Since you hold Dongfang Bubai in such high regard, why do you want to get involved in this mess? What benefit will it bring you?"

Yun Changkong said, "I have never met Dongfang Bubai, and I have not seen him in person. I dare not make any judgments about his martial arts skills, nor can I say that I admire him."

He paused for a moment, then said loudly, "As for what benefits I can get, hehe, although my martial arts skills are superficial, since Dongfang Bubai is known as the number one master in the world, if I can't even fight him, wouldn't all my hard work over the past ten years have been for nothing?"

These words were neither arrogant nor humble; though they conveyed a sense of wealth and power, they were devoid of pride.

As the saying goes, talent comes from learning, and ability comes from cultivation. He was completely unaware of this, and Ren Woxing and Xiang Wentian both secretly praised him, "Good lad!"

Suddenly, Ren Yingying giggled and said, "I just praised you for being modest, and now you're saying this with such arrogance?"

Yun Changkong said casually, "Whether you're humble or arrogant, you're not my wife, so what's it to you? Mr. Ren, just one word: are you going to do this business or not?"

His words, though unintentional, struck a nerve with Ren Yingying.

Ren Yingying's face flushed red, and she stared at him, unsure whether to be angry or happy.

Ren Woxing chuckled coldly and said, "Young Master Yun, you are so heroic and forthright, I admire you greatly." Suddenly, his expression relaxed, and he said, "You said it yourself, my primary purpose in seeking out Dongfang Bubai is to regain my position. So, if I were to bring you in as an ally, even if I were to kill Dongfang Bubai, Young Master Yun, please tell me, what will people say when word gets out of the martial world?"

Yun Changkong said, "I do not understand the meaning of the sect leader's words."

Ren Woxing chuckled in a deep voice and said, "Young Master Yun really doesn't know?"

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

Ren Woxing smiled slightly and said, "You must know that my Sun Moon Sect has been enemies with those so-called righteous sects for generations. Your help in killing Dongfang Bubai is certainly unacceptable to the righteous path of the martial arts world. Even within my own Sun Moon Sect, I'm afraid they won't accept my use of outsiders to reclaim the position of sect leader!"

"Forgive my bluntness, but your skill is unparalleled; you are not a member of our sect. Even if I disregard my status, I should not cooperate with an outsider like you. Do you understand?"

Yun Changkong thought to himself, "So he wanted to recruit me into the Sun Moon Cult." He glanced at Ren Yingying and said, "Zuo Lengchan and I are brothers. You call me 'brother,' and I call you 'elder brother.' Miss Ren calls me 'uncle.' We're not strangers anymore, are we?"

Ren Yingying gave a cold snort and remained silent.

Ren Woxing laughed heartily, his voice echoing across the land: "Alright, then let's become sworn brothers. I'll ask you to be the Right Envoy of Light of the Sun Moon Divine Sect. The three of us will join forces to accomplish something great. What more could we ask for in life!"

Ren Yingying's beautiful eyes widened as she stared at her father, remaining silent.

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "It doesn't matter if we call each other brothers, but as for sworn brotherhood, that's another matter. After all, I'm still young, and I don't want to die on the same day, month, and year as you!"

Ren Yingying bit her lip and sneered, "Since you're so afraid of death, how dare you be my uncle?"

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "I'd be your uncle if I'm interested, I'm not afraid of death! But I'd never be some kind of messenger of light!"

Ren Woxing stroked his beard and smiled, saying, "In that case, please go ahead. The affairs of my Sun Moon Divine Sect are none of the concern of outsiders."

Yun Changkong thought to himself, "Why is this old guy so arrogant? Damn it, I guess I should give him a beating!" Just as he was about to make his move, a faint voice entered his ears: "My father has just been released from prison and doesn't know anything about this. I can't say much to you right now. You go first and wait for me on the western hill at midnight. I will come and we can talk in detail then."

Yun Changkong recognized Ren Yingying's voice and said, "Since that's the case, I won't interfere." He then clasped his hands in a fist salute and said, "Farewell, both of you!"

Ren Woxing was greatly surprised and paused for a moment. He then coldly snorted at Wentian and said, "How arrogant."

Yun Changkong paused, saying, "Is Right Envoy dissatisfied?" Xiang Wentian chuckled coldly, then suddenly cupped his hands and said, "I would like to ask for your guidance."

He possessed astonishing skills, and despite his hands being shackled, he fought alongside Linghu Chong against masters from various schools in Henan, truly shaking the world with his might. He had long desired to meet Yun Changkong, but at this critical juncture, he feared needlessly making an enemy for Ren Woxing.

But at this moment, Yun Changkong came and went as he pleased, treating him and Ren Woxing as if they were nothing. Ren Woxing was bound to be displeased, and he could not ignore it. He strode over and stood about ten feet away from Yun Changkong.

Yun Changkong used the moonlight to examine him and saw that his handsome face had a touch of martial prowess. He stood there with an imposing and majestic air, exuding an extraordinary aura.

Yun Changkong thought to himself, "Ren Woxing is an old stubborn man. It's a bit unreasonable for him to beat up his father in front of Ren Yingying. It's best if Xiang Wentian steps forward!" He steeled his heart and smiled, "The martial world is vast, but true heroes are hard to come by!"
The Right Envoy, shackled and leading a sick man, battled against both righteous and evil forces. His heroic spirit left Yun Changkong in awe. To be able to meet the Heavenly King himself today was truly fortunate! But you'd better be careful!

Xiang Wentian laughed and said, "I must ask you for your guidance!" With that, he paused, then leaped up like a large bird, and struck down with his palm at Yun Changkong.

Yun Changkong saw that his palm strike was accurate and ruthless, the force of which carried the wind, like a tidal wave, extremely fierce.

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Good!" He quickly took two steps back and threw a punch at Xiang Wentian.

Xiang Wentian was taken aback.
Just as Xiang Wentian's feet were about to touch the ground, his entire body was completely enveloped by Yun Changkong's fist force, leaving him nowhere to hide.

Xiang Wentian hurriedly withdrew his palm to block, but suddenly saw Yun Changkong's left foot spring up like an arrow and shoot towards him. Xiang Wentian blocked it with his left palm, and with a crack,
Yun Changkong froze, but Xiang Wentian was jolted as if by lightning. Startled, Yun Changkong's left hand, with its five fingers hooked, reached out and grabbed towards his chest.

What a shrewd Xiang Wentian! His decades of skill were extraordinary. As soon as his feet touched the ground, he gathered his energy and retreated rapidly.

With a hiss, he was unharmed, but the front of his clothes was torn.

Xiang Wentian moved with lightning speed, like a rabbit leaping and a falcon swooping; Yun Changkong's three moves were incredibly swift, yet they caused Ren Woxing's expression to change abruptly.
Knowing that Xiang Wentian possessed astonishing skills, no one in the world believed that he could be defeated by anyone other than the two leaders of the Sun Moon Sect, Shaolin, Wudang, and Songshan Sect. Yet now he was forced into such a sorry state by Yun Changkong with just a few punches and kicks. How could they not be shocked?
Yun Changkong slowly withdrew his hand, loosening his grip. A tattered cloth fluttered in the wind as he said with a smug look, "You flatter me!" He thought to himself, "Now you know how powerful I am, right?"

Xiang Wentian's body stiffened, and he secretly breathed a sigh of relief. If he had been a fraction slower, he would have been disemboweled.

Ren Woxing's face was gloomy as he slowly said, "So you are a master from Shaolin Temple. That Dragon Claw Hand move is quite impressive!"

Yun Changkong said calmly, "I am not a member of Shaolin Temple. I just want to tell you that even a slight mistake in chess can leave you bound hand and foot. In the way of martial arts, a difference of a hair's breadth can make all the difference."

"In terms of internal strength, I'm definitely no match for you and the Right Envoy combined, and I believe the same applies to Dongfang Bubai. But if I'm just a fraction faster than you, even three of you wouldn't be able to defeat him. So I'm being very sincere!"

Having mastered martial arts to the level of Yun Changkong, one only needs to recall the scene in the original story where Dongfang Bubai fought against four masters to deduce everything.

Knowing full well that the reason why Dongfang Bubai could fight against four masters without being defeated was not because Dongfang Bubai's internal strength was the sum of Ren Woxing, Linghu Chong, Xiang Wentian, Shangguan Yun and others, nor because his martial arts were so exquisite that they could surpass the sum of their skills, but because his speed was just a little bit faster than all four of them, which made them helpless.

In particular, Dongfang Bubai's use of needles rendered Ren Woxing's Star Absorbing Technique completely ineffective, failing to create even a momentary lapse in Ren's movements.

Therefore, Linghu Chong's swordsmanship was fast and swift, Ren Woxing had profound internal strength, and Xiang Wentian even used a soft whip. Their weapons were of different lengths and were of varying strengths and flexibility, which were intended to restrict Dongfang Bubai's movements. Yet, Dongfang Bubai almost defeated them all in just one room.

After all, someone who has mastered martial arts to the level of Dongfang Bubai is not stupid and will naturally know what is advantageous.

Therefore, Yun Changkong really wanted to meet Dongfang Bubai. If this guy hadn't refused to leave Blackwood Cliff, he wouldn't have cared whether Ren Woxing agreed or not.

Ren Woxing, a powerful and ruthless figure, paused for a moment, then sneered and said, "Today, I, Ren, have truly broadened my horizons." He suddenly stepped forward, and without a word, stretched out his right arm, unleashing a domineering and unparalleled palm wind.

His simple move seemed to contain the most powerful force in the world, surging and sweeping up the flowers, grass, and dust on the ground with astonishing force.

Yun Changkong was also surprised by Ren Woxing's high level of skill, thinking to himself, "Old Ren's internal strength is so profound!"

His five fingers clenched out, but his grasp was utterly silent, as if it were child's play.

Xiang Wentian's expression turned serious. He saw that Yun Changkong was so young, and his moves were already quite profound. But the skill he displayed with this grab was unbelievably high. He was shocked and thought to himself, "Did this kid eat some kind of elixir? How did he acquire such skill?"

To everyone's surprise, they saw Yun Changkong and Ren Woxing's robes fluttering outwards, then suddenly pulling back inwards. Yun Changkong's upper body swayed slightly, then stood upright like a mountain.

Ren Woxing's gaze sharpened, and he leaned forward, taking half a step.

Ren Yingying wondered to herself, "Who won?"

Ren Woxing turned around, looked at his daughter, and said stiffly and coldly, "Go." He immediately turned and rushed out, disappearing in the blink of an eye.

"Take care!" Yun Changkong said with a smile, as if it were nothing out of the ordinary.

He bowed to Wentian and said, "I hope to see your divine skills again in the future."

Yun Changkong smiled and said, "It's just a trivial skill, and it's bound to make a fool of myself in front of experts."

He smiled slightly at Yingying and said, "Let's part ways here." As soon as he finished speaking, his figure suddenly floated up, and with a gentle breeze, he disappeared without a trace.

Ren Yingying was stunned by Yun Changkong's smile.
Because of his amazing skills, he seemed like a celestial being, and his slight smile made people feel extremely warm and admiring.

Xiang Wentian murmured, "Such a person actually exists in this world!"

He was always proud and arrogant, and the more he thought about it, the more discouraged he became. He thought to himself, "This young man is so young, yet his achievements are unparalleled. Oh well." He couldn't help but laugh out loud and said, "I never expected that the Holy Maiden would make friends with such a heroic figure as Young Master Yun. It is truly gratifying."

"Have you met them?" Ren Yingying asked with a wistful expression. "Have you met them?"

Seeing Yun Changkong leave so readily without any hesitation, Ren Yingying felt a pang of loss. (End of Chapter)