Simultaneous Transmigration: The Re-merging of 99 Selves

Chapter 185 Trading

Kou Zhong winked: "Young Master Ling, did this guy mess up his breathing while practicing? Look, he's spitting blood."

Xu Ziling gave a wry smile, his gaze sweeping over his stiff hands and feet before looking at Zhao Yu with a hint of helplessness in his eyes.

Kou Zhong realized what was happening upon seeing this, and his face fell.

If Zhao Yuzhen were to die from this training, and the two of them were trapped in this desolate wilderness, unable to move, wouldn't they become food for wild animals when the wolves, insects, tigers, and leopards came out after dark?

Just as the two were getting anxious, they saw Zhao Yu standing still, closing his eyes and regulating his breathing, without moving.

After a long while, he slowly opened his eyes, closed the "Longevity Manual" in his hand, and let out a long sigh of relief.

He looked up at the two of them and said in a calm tone, "You two, stop making those faces at me. I'm not that easy to kill."

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As Zhao Yu finished speaking, Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling felt a sudden relaxation as the restraints disappeared.

The two quickly moved their hands and feet, rubbing their sore and numb shoulders, and breathed a sigh of relief.

"Ling Shao and I were just worried about Brother Zhao."

Kou Zhong grinned and leaned forward, his eyes glancing at the silk scroll in Zhao Yu's hand: "Brother Zhao, how's your practice of this Longevity Mantra going? If it's not suitable, why not give it back to us? It's useless to us; we just keep it as a keepsake."

He knows it perfectly well.

Judging from Zhao Yu's vomiting blood, he had obviously messed up his breathing during the practice, and the Longevity Technique was probably useless to him.

Furthermore, since the other party even knew the location of Yang Gong's treasure vault, their little secrets had long since lost their value.

Compared to Du Fuwei, who imprisoned them, Zhao Yu at least followed some rules, making him much safer.

Zhao Yu didn't respond to his words, but simply stroked the cover of the silk scroll and said lightly, "The power of creation is indeed profound. This ancient divine skill has fallen into the hands of you two lads, and you've even managed to master it by accident. It's truly an incredible stroke of luck."

"Hehe, I'll just take it as Brother Zhao praising us." Kou Zhong scratched his head, grinning sheepishly, "Then this Longevity Formula—"

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"Give it back to you?" Zhao Yu glanced at him, a half-smile on his face. "Do I look like someone who's easy to talk to?"

Kou Zhong's eyebrows shot up, and he was about to lash out.

Xu Ziling quickly stepped forward to stop him, then cupped his hands to Zhao Yu and said, "Brother Zhao is a hero of our time, and naturally he wouldn't covet what we have. However, this Longevity Scripture is an extraordinary item for us brothers. We hope Brother Zhao can enlighten us on how to return it to us?"

He understood that since the item was in someone else's hands, he definitely couldn't win by force.

Since Zhao Yu didn't directly kill and steal the treasure, but instead talked to them so much, there must be conditions involved.

Zhao Yu nodded approvingly.

Xu Ziling is indeed calm and insightful, much more so than the impulsive Kou Zhong.

He stood with his hands behind his back and frankly stated, "I have other uses for the Longevity Formula, so I definitely cannot return it to you."

However, I won't take your things for nothing. I see that although you two have a foundation in internal strength, your techniques are extremely crude and clumsy, clearly indicating that you haven't received proper instruction.

"How about this, I'll teach you a few martial arts techniques in exchange. How about that?"

Kou Zhong was taken aback and turned to look at Xu Ziling.

Xu Ziling also frowned slightly. The two looked at each other and saw surprise in each other's eyes.

"Brother Zhao, may we brothers discuss this?" Xu Ziling asked, cupping his hands in greeting.

"Please go ahead."

Zhao Yu waved his hand, walked to the side and stood under a tree with his hands behind his back, giving them space.

The two walked to the side and whispered to each other.

Kou Zhong whispered, "Young Master Ling, do you think what he said is reliable? The Longevity Manual is a treasure. Wouldn't it be too much of a loss to exchange it for a few martial arts techniques?"

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"There's nothing we can do about the loss," Xu Ziling said with a wry smile. "The item is in his hands; we can't beat him in a fight, and we can't take it away from him."

If we really anger him, we'll be the ones who suffer. Besides, with his high level of martial arts, the skills he teaches must be decent. Having proper techniques will make our journey through the martial world safer.

Kou Zhong thought about it and realized that it made sense.

From the very beginning, this was not a fair trade. The fact that they were willing to exchange their martial arts skills was already considered to be following the rules.

If things got really desperate, Zhao Yu would just grab it directly, and the two of them still wouldn't be able to do anything about it.

Moreover, the two of them had already mastered the Longevity Technique, so they wouldn't really need it much in the future.

"Okay, I'll do as you say," Kou Zhong agreed.

Having reached an agreement, the two returned to Zhao Yu and bowed in unison, saying, "We brothers have discussed it and are willing to exchange with Brother Zhao."

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Zhao Yu nodded slightly: "Very good. You two, just tell me what martial arts you want to learn."

Kou Zhong's eyes lit up, and he said with a hint of provocation, "Brother Zhao, does that mean you can learn anything we want?"

"You're welcome to try," Zhao Yu said with a faint smile, his tone carrying a hint of self-satisfaction.

Having integrated martial arts from several lifetimes, including unorthodox techniques and orthodox Taoist methods, his knowledge and skills far exceeded what these two youths could imagine.

Kou Zhong immediately recalled the earth-shattering palm strike on the lake, licked his lips, and said eagerly, "Then I'll learn the palm technique you used today! The one that made a splash, it was incredibly powerful!"

Zhao Yu was somewhat surprised and raised an eyebrow, asking, "You're not learning swordsmanship?"

"Knife skills?" Kou Zhong scratched his head, looking puzzled. "Why would I need to learn knife skills? Your palm techniques are so impressive."

Zhao Yu suddenly realized and couldn't help but laugh, realizing he had misunderstood.

The Eight Methods of the Well were a unique skill that Kou Zhong developed later as he roamed the martial arts world, combining his own experiences with his own insights.

This kid is new to the game and might not even have a decent knife, so why would he think about learning to use a knife?

"It's nothing, I was wrong." Zhao Yu shook his head, composed himself, "That palm technique is called 'Regretful Dragon Soaring,' which requires extremely profound internal energy to activate. With your current foundation, you can't use it. Forcing it will only damage your meridians."

He paused, then added, "How about this, I'll teach you another set of palm techniques, also a powerful martial art, perfect for building your foundation. Once your internal strength is more profound, you can use the 'Regretful Dragon Soaring' move then."

Kou Zhong knew that Zhao Yu was right and meant well, so he quickly cupped his hands in thanks, saying, "Thank you, Brother Zhao!"

Zhao Yu then looked at Xu Ziling: "What about you? What do you want to learn?"

"I want to learn lightness skill." Xu Ziling didn't hesitate at all, clearly having already made up his mind. "We brothers are new to the martial world, and there are many inconveniences. If we learn lightness skill well, we will have more ability to protect ourselves in case of trouble."

He is calm and thoughtful.

The increase in internal energy brought by the Longevity Technique is astonishing, but the weakness lies in movement techniques and moves.

Mastering light-body skills means you can always run away if you can't win a fight; that's the safest option.

Zhao Yu secretly praised him, thinking that this kid was quite sensible.

"Very well." He nodded. "I will teach you two lightness skills. One is the Nine Shadows of Spiral, which can be used in battle. When mastered, it can create nine illusions that are difficult to distinguish from the real ones, thus confusing the opponent."

Before he could finish speaking, Zhao Yu's figure swayed.

Several figures suddenly appeared on the spot, some with palms, some with fists, some advancing, some retreating, each one lifelike and without the slightest flaw.

Several figures simultaneously performed different moves, their robes fluttering, leaving Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling speechless with amazement.

The phantom vanished in an instant, and Zhao Yu stood still again, as if he had never moved.

"The second is the solo journey, a movement technique suitable for long-distance raids and escapes."

Xu Ziling's eyes lit up, and he quickly bowed, saying, "Thank you, Brother Zhao!"

The three of them then began teaching each other right there on the lake shore.