Wuxia: Start with max-level Nine Yang Divine Skill

Chapter 224 Completion Reward: Mastery of the Soul Transfer Technique (Two Chapters Combined)

Li Fu raised an eyebrow slightly: "The Great Thief Who Washed His Body?"

It sounds like he's a womanizer.

In this day and age, how dare a womanizer be so brazen as to rob people in broad daylight?

In the martial arts world, lecherous thieves are always despised by the underworld and bandits, and it's rare to see any masters of them.

As the young master of the Seven Star Linked Fortresses in Jiangnan, it's hard to imagine that Zhu Tongzhou would use the word "terrifying" to describe a womanizer.

Zhu Tongzhou sighed.

"Brother Li, you are unaware of this matter."

This scoundrel is a notorious womanizer who has emerged in the Jiangnan region in the last two years.

He possessed extraordinary martial arts skills and acted recklessly, targeting renowned and beautiful female warriors or the families of powerful figures in the martial arts world. None of his men survived, and he ruined the reputations and lives of countless women.

What's even more hateful is that after committing a crime, he would not rush to leave. Instead, he would calmly bathe and cleanse himself in the victim's boudoir before leaving, which is how he got his name.

That person is arrogant and domineering; it's simply outrageous!

Li Fu was also struck by the thought; this thief was indeed exceptionally arrogant and cold-blooded.

One can imagine what a scene it was: the body of the tortured, unrepentant victim lay lying to one side, while the perpetrator calmly washed himself, put on his clothes, and left.

Gong Xiaoshang chimed in, her tone filled with disgust and hatred.

"Exactly!"

This person, relying on his unfathomable martial arts skills, committed all sorts of evil deeds.

Several martial arts masters, renowned for their chivalry, were driven by righteous indignation and wanted to join forces to eliminate this scourge.

But the result was that, not long after, their wives or daughters were brutally murdered.

Those seniors themselves were found dead in their homes. Judging from their wounds, it seemed that they were captured in just a few moves, watched helplessly as their loved ones were humiliated, and then were killed!

Among them, Master Liu Jichuan, wielding the Broken Mountain Saber, and Master Zhao Xu, wielding the Cloud Crane Hand, were both renowned masters with unparalleled martial arts skills, yet they both fell victim to this man!

It sounds like this thief's martial arts skills are indeed extraordinary. Even well-known figures in the martial arts world can't withstand more than a few moves from him.

Upon hearing this, Li Fu frowned.

"When a person is taking a bath, it's inconvenient and difficult to make a move. Is there no one who can capture him while he's bathing?"

Zhu Tongzhou looked wary.

"It is said that it happened once."

Old Master Meng Chang of Jinjian Town, whose beloved concubine was murdered.

Overwhelmed with grief and indignation, Old Master Meng led his two sons and four apprentices to stop the thief who was bathing in his concubine's room.

But that thief—it is said—was still soaking in the bathtub at the time, and with just a few water droplets flicked out, he killed all seven members of the Meng family, including the father, son, and disciples!

Upon inspection, it was discovered that not only had the water droplet pierced through the skull, but even Old Master Meng's golden mace had been bent by a single drop of water flicked by the thief.

His martial arts skills are simply—simply unbelievable!

Gong Xiaoshang couldn't hide her resentment as she recalled the women who had been rumored to have been victimized.

"This villain—his martial arts skills are so high, Heaven must be blind to have given such a beast such extraordinary talent!"

Instead of using his talents to uphold justice, he used them to harm women and bully the weak. He truly deserves to die a thousand times over!

Zhu Tongzhou also sighed.

"Who says otherwise?"

How fierce and valiant was Master Liu with his Broken Mountain Blade! How righteous and chivalrous was Master Zhao with his Cloud Crane Hand! And Master Meng with his Golden Mace that pacified all directions—weren't they all renowned heroes and esteemed predecessors?

But in order to rid the country of this villain, not only did he die a tragic death, but his family was also implicated—alas!

Li Fu listened to the two men's story.

The heinous acts of this thief are truly appalling.

There is nothing wrong with having high martial arts skills, but to use them to commit such beastly acts, and to be so arrogant and domineering, is truly a great scourge to the martial arts world.

Just then, a celestial book suddenly appeared before his eyes, a piece of ink-wash text.

"I have heard that there is a notorious womanizer in the martial arts world, known as the Washing Body Thief. His martial arts skills are unfathomable, but he does not use them to uphold justice. Instead, he is lewd and evil, poisoning women and harming countless people."

A righteous man once brandished his sword, but instead suffered harm, and his entire family was brought to ruin.

If this scoundrel is not eliminated, the martial world will never be at peace, and the innocent will never find safety.

"Please, great hero, capture this villain and bring him to justice, avenging the innocent. If you rid the martial world of this scourge, you will attain mastery of the Soul Transfer Technique."

"Soul Transfer Technique?"

Li Fu's heart stirred.

I remember the Soul Transfer Technique, which is an extremely special martial art recorded in the Nine Yin Manual. It is not a martial art of fists and weapons, but a profound and mysterious spiritual skill, almost like mind control or hypnosis.

Once mastered, one can use internal strength and spiritual power to influence or even control the minds of others, causing them to lose their senses and obey orders, making them extremely difficult to guard against.

"The Nine Yin Manual is an unparalleled martial art. Although some of its techniques, such as the Nine Yin White Bone Claw, the Great Subduing Demon Fist, and the Heart-Shattering Palm, are still relevant to my current martial arts, they are no longer necessary."

Li Fu's mind raced.

"But this soul-shifting technique is quite different."

This is a spiritual martial art, rarely seen in the martial arts world.

He recalled his past experiences, during which he had captured many skilled and cunning villains, but even when he subdued them, it was often difficult to get them to reveal the truth.

Some were dishonest in their confessions, while others even sought opportunities to sever their own heart meridians, making interrogation quite complicated.

If one could obtain the Soul Transfer Technique—

In the past, Li Fu had always wanted a martial art that would prevent others from using any internal energy, allowing him to interrogate and manipulate villains who had fallen to him, making them wish they were dead.

But I haven't had the chance to get it yet, but that's okay.

"If the Soul Transfer Technique is used well, a single glance can cause someone to lose their composure and reveal their true thoughts. Isn't this more direct and effective than martial arts that prevent someone from using their internal energy?"

A glint of light flashed in Li Fu's eyes.

Before his death, Lei Wanhe exclaimed that his Six Meridians Divine Sword was a "demonic technique," but in reality, the Soul Transfer Technique was closer to what ordinary people understood as a "demonic technique."

Silent and stealthy, captivating and manipulating the mind, isn't it even more eerie than invisible sword energy?

"Although the Six Meridian Divine Sword is powerful, capable of taking the head of a general amidst thousands of troops and breaking enemy moves in a small space, it is difficult to make a stranger willingly kneel and obey orders, and difficult to make a prisoner who keeps his mouth shut reveal secrets."

This soul-shifting technique, besides being used in combat, might also have unexpected and miraculous effects at certain crucial moments.

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Li Fu pondered, "For example, if you sneak into a heavily guarded area, a single glance can make the guards lose their focus, and you can swagger through."

Interrogating wanted criminals without the need for torture, allowing them to reveal their deepest secrets—a convenience that the Six Meridians Divine Sword cannot match.

He was determined to obtain this soul-shifting technique.

Moreover, that notorious thief was indeed utterly wicked and despicable, deserving to be killed. Now, he can both rid the people of this scourge and gain this extraordinary achievement, which is a win-win situation.

Li Fu pulled himself out of his thoughts, looked at Zhu Tongzhou and Gong Xiaoshang, and asked.

"This wicked villain is so rampant, is there really no one who knows his face, usual whereabouts, or martial arts style?"

The government and the righteous path of the martial arts world just let him run rampant?

Not a single clue?

Wishing you a journey together.

"This thief is extremely cunning and cold-blooded. He acts as he pleases, without any discernible pattern. Moreover, it is rumored that he has extremely high lightness skills, is as fast as a ghost, and comes and goes like the wind."

Anyone who has seen his true face or may know any clues about him—whether they are the victims' family members, servants, or underworld friends trying to track him down—has almost all met their demise.

The government had posted notices offering rewards for his capture, but they couldn't even catch a glimpse of him, and instead lost several skilled fighters.

"Don't laugh at me, Brother Li, but these days, when we talk about this villain in the martial arts world of Jiangnan, we all feel both hatred and fear, yet we're completely helpless."

Gong Xiaoshang recalled for a moment and then said.

"Yes, Brother Li."

All we know is that he was incredibly skilled in martial arts, liked to bathe after committing crimes, and, based on the women he had harmed in the past, he preferred to target women of high status, dignified appearance, and chastity.

It seems that the more noble, chaste, and dignified a woman is, the more she can arouse his perverse lust.

As for the rest—I know nothing at all.

Li Fu nodded.

With few clues, elusive movements, ruthless and vicious, and quick to silence witnesses, it's no wonder he's been able to roam free until now.

Seeing Li Fu remain silent, yet with a sharp glint in his eyes, Gong Xiaoshang asked expectantly.

"Brother Li, you—you're asking such detailed questions, are you intentionally getting involved in this matter, to avenge those poor women?"

Her tone was hopeful; if a master of unfathomable martial arts like Li Fu were willing to take action, there might be a glimmer of hope in eliminating this villain.

"Brother Li, are you perhaps inclined to rid the martial world of this scourge?"

Zhu Tongzhou also looked at Li Fu.

Li Fudao.

"Such wicked villains should be killed by everyone."

If I were in that situation, I certainly wouldn't stand idly by.

Gong Xiaoshang's face immediately lit up with joy, and she clapped her hands.

"Very good!

If Brother Li is willing to take action, that villain will surely not escape the law. The sisters of Jiangnan are all looking forward to this day!

She already greatly admired Li Fu's martial arts skills, and after witnessing his incredible abilities, she felt an even stronger sense of faith stemming from worship.

Zhu Tongzhou was also happy, but being more composed, he offered a reminder.

"Brother Li is a chivalrous man, and we admire him greatly. Although my martial arts skills are lacking, I am willing to do my part to eliminate this scourge."

However, this thief is no ordinary person; his martial arts skills are terrifyingly high. We must plan carefully and be extremely cautious.

"Me too," Gong Xiaoshang added.

Li Fudao.

"It's alright, there's no rush."

Let's talk about it after the rotation and competition at your company.

I've made a note of this.

Catching the notorious thief and mastering the Soul Transfer Technique were of utmost importance, but he hadn't forgotten that his trip to Jiangnan was primarily to fulfill an appointment and to obtain clues about Uncle Wu.

Zhu Tongzhou saw that Li Fu's expression was calm, yet he possessed a convincing demeanor.

When they met again, Brother Li had acquired the imposing presence of a powerful figure in the martial arts world. Although they were of the same generation, Brother Li gave Brother Li the feeling of seeing his father, who commanded the waterways and outlaws of Jiangnan.

Zhu Tongzhou remembered the important matter and hurriedly said.

"Yes, Brother Li, this is not the place to talk. Please come back to the manor with us."

My father has long heard of Brother Li's great reputation and has been eagerly anticipating meeting him. Today, he will certainly host a grand welcome dinner for Brother Li to help him calm his nerves!

Gong Xiaoshang nodded repeatedly.

"Yes, yes, Brother Li, come back to the village with us quickly."

My uncle doesn't know we invited you yet. If he knew you were visiting, he, who loves to make friends with heroes and chivalrous figures from all over the world, would be overjoyed.

Li Fu smiled slightly and said no more.

"Zhu An, take Brother Li's hand, let's go back to the village."

"Li Ye, please get into the carriage, I will drive."

Zhu An spoke with utmost reverence and great enthusiasm.

Zhu Tongzhou blew his whistle, and soon the horses that had been startled and run away were found. Together with the other injured guards, the group headed back towards Juyizhuang.

They hadn't gone far when, as the three were talking, they suddenly heard the sound of horses' hooves ahead, and a group of people and horses galloped towards them, raising dust as they approached.

The man at the front was about fifty years old, tall and slender, with a handsome face and a black beard. He exuded an imposing aura as he looked around. He was none other than Zhu Tinggao, the chief lord of the Seven Star Linked Docks in Jiangnan and the Land Dragon.

He was followed by more than ten skilled men, each with bulging temples, clearly experts from the village.

Zhu Tinggao saw from afar that his son and niece were unharmed, and his tense expression eased slightly. However, his brows furrowed again as his gaze swept over their slightly disheveled clothes and mounts.

He spurred his horse forward, and before he could even dismount, he asked urgently.

"Tongzhou, Xiaoshang, are you alright? That's great! Just now, we heard a thunderous cracking of a whip from afar in the manor. There aren't many skilled whip users in the martial world, and the only one I can think of with such skill is that vicious man Lei Wanhe who wields the Thousand Gold Thunder Whip!"

Did you run into him?

Wasn't he coming for you?

He spoke very quickly, clearly anxious. As he spoke, he looked the two men up and down. Seeing that they were somewhat disheveled but showed no signs of serious injury, he was slightly relieved, but his eyes were filled with even more doubt.

With the martial arts skills of his son and niece, it would be extremely difficult for them to escape safely from Lei Wanhe's clutches.

Zhu Tongzhou hurriedly said, "Father, we were indeed blocked by Lei Wanhe. He wanted to kidnap me and Xiaoshang."

Fortunately, Brother Li arrived in time and came to our rescue, allowing us to escape danger.

As he spoke, he stepped aside, revealing Li Fu sitting upright in the carriage.

"What?"

"Li Fu greets Senior Zhu."

Zhu Tinggao was taken aback and turned his gaze to Li Fu. He saw that the young man was dressed in a blue robe and had a calm demeanor, like a gentle breeze and a bright moon, clear and lofty.

What a remarkable young man, with extraordinary bearing and understated elegance!

He guessed the man's identity, dismounted, and with a booming voice and a hearty smile, clasped his hands and said loudly, "This must be the recently famous 'Palm Dragon' Constable Li Fu, right?"

I, Zhu Tinggao, have failed to greet you properly.

Today, my son and niece were rescued by Officer Li, who drove away a powerful enemy. We are truly grateful.

This land dragon truly lived up to his reputation in the martial arts world for his generosity, magnanimity, and wide circle of friends; he showed no trace of the air of a senior figure in the martial arts world.

He had the air of a bandit leader, yet his every move was sincere and unrestrained.

Upon seeing his friend's father, Li Fu had already alighted from the carriage and returned the greeting with clasped hands.

"Master Zhu is too kind."

It is the code of chivalry to help those in need when you see injustice.

Besides, I am an old acquaintance of Brother Zhu and Sister Gong, how could I sit idly by?

"I, Li Fu, have long admired the esteemed reputation of the venerable 'Land Dragon Master' Zhu. It is my great honor to meet you today."

Zhu Tinggao instinctively assumed that Lei Wanhe had been forced back by Li Fu, unaware that the infamous Heiress, whose name was known throughout the martial arts world, would never speak again. Li Fu did not correct him.

"Why!

"What 'senior'? You flatter me!"

Zhu Tinggao waved his hands repeatedly, then glared at Zhu Tongzhou with feigned displeasure.

"That Tongzhou brat, he didn't even inform us in advance that such a distinguished guest as Officer Li was coming!"

If it weren't for a fortunate coincidence in welcoming me out of the manor, I would have almost been impolite. It was truly an oversight, an oversight indeed!

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