Wandering Swordsman |
Chapter 41 Literary and Martial Examinations
Upon hearing this, He Yun was overjoyed, but he did not lower his guard. He knew that the real test was yet to come. He took a deep breath, regulated his breathing, and looked firmly at the martial artist, preparing to face the second test.
Seeing this, the martial artist smiled slightly, then stepped forward and struck at He Yun's chest with a palm. He Yun quickly dodged to the side, simultaneously striking out with his right palm to deflect the attack. The two exchanged blows, their moves swift and fierce, like two bolts of lightning intertwining in the air.
As He Yun dealt with the martial artist's attacks, he gradually found his rhythm. He was no longer merely passively defending, but began to look for opportunities to counterattack. Finally, during one of the martial artist's attacks, He Yun seized the opportunity, swiftly stepped forward, and struck the martial artist's shoulder with a palm strike.
Seeing this, the martial artist's lips curled into a slight smile. He quickly took a step back, dodging the palm strike. He nodded, a hint of satisfaction in his voice: "Good, you've passed the second move."
Upon hearing this, He Yun's resolve strengthened. He knew that the final move was the most crucial test. He took a deep breath, regulated his breathing, and fixed his gaze firmly on the martial artist, preparing to face the final challenge.
Seeing this, the martial artist smiled slightly, then stepped forward and struck He Yun's chest with a palm. This palm strike was powerful and heavy, seemingly containing the force of a thousand pounds. Upon seeing this, He Yun's heart tightened, and he quickly dodged to the side, simultaneously striking out with his right palm to neutralize the opponent's attack.
Seeing this, the martial artist's lips curled into a slight smile. He then launched another attack, sweeping a leg towards He Yun's waist. He Yun swiftly leaped forward, simultaneously bracing himself with his hands in mid-air and flipping his body backward, narrowly avoiding the kick. The moment he landed, he immediately counterattacked, striking the martial artist's chest with a palm strike.
Seeing this, the martial artist quickly dodged to the side, simultaneously striking He Yun's shoulder with a backhand palm. He Yun, seeing this, quickly retreated, simultaneously blocking with his left hand, deflecting the martial artist's palm strike. He secretly thought to himself, this martial artist's skill is indeed superb; every move is full of power and technique, and a slight mistake could put him at a disadvantage.
Finally, the martial artist stopped his attack, nodded, and said with a hint of satisfaction, "Good, you passed the final move."
Upon hearing this, He Yun was overjoyed, but he maintained a humble attitude and cupped his hands, saying, "Thank you for your guidance, senior. I have benefited greatly from it."
The two martial artists exchanged a glance, then nodded, a hint of satisfaction in their eyes.
Then, one of the martial artists handed the certificate of qualification to Li Fanglin: "Your name has been engraved on the certificate of qualification. You can go up the mountain now."
Li Fanglin accepted the certificate of qualification and bowed, saying, "Thank you, senior."
He Yun and Zhao Xue also bowed in thanks. The three of them passed through the front gate together and continued towards the Jingtian Pavilion at the summit. The scenery beyond the front gate was even more magnificent, with undulating mountains and swirling clouds and mist, as if they had entered a completely new world.
Another hour passed, and the three of them finally arrived at the gate of Jingtian Pavilion at the top of the mountain.
At this moment, snowflakes continued to fall from the sky, adding a touch of mystery and solemnity to this grand martial arts event.
As the three stood at the gate of Jingtian Pavilion, the sight before them took their breath away. Jingtian Pavilion, like a majestic castle, stood atop Changbai Mountain, imposing and magnificent. The entire complex was built against the mountainside, layer upon layer, arranged in a harmonious and orderly fashion, seemingly blending seamlessly with the surrounding peaks, resembling a delicate ink painting, breathtakingly beautiful.
Looking up at the scene before him, He Yun felt a surge of awe. He murmured, "Truly breathtaking! The exquisite architecture and ingenious layout of Jingtian Pavilion are beyond imagination."
Zhao Xue nodded in agreement, her eyes sparkling with amazement: "Yes, this place is like a fairyland, it's truly breathtaking. No wonder Master Situ founded the Jingtian Pavilion here."
Li Fanglin exclaimed in admiration, "Jingtian Pavilion truly lives up to its reputation. These buildings alone are enough to impress anyone. Not to mention how many martial arts masters and unparalleled martial arts techniques are hidden here."
The three walked slowly forward, ascending the wide stone steps. Ancient trees towered on either side of the steps, their branches and leaves covered in snow, forming white barriers that added to the solemnity of Jingtian Pavilion. At the end of the steps, a massive archway suddenly appeared before them, with the three large characters "Jingtian Pavilion" carved above the lintel, the strokes powerful and vigorous, seemingly capable of suppressing immense power.
He Yun looked up at the three large characters and thought to himself: the profound foundation of Jingtian Pavilion far exceeded his imagination.
Zhao Xue said softly, "Brother Yun, look at the dragon and phoenix patterns on the door. They are so lifelike, as if they might fly out at any moment." Her words were filled with excitement, and she was clearly also deeply attracted by the scene in front of her.
Li Fanglin nodded in agreement: "Yes, the dragon and phoenix pattern symbolizes good fortune and also represents the nobility and dignity of Jingtian Pavilion. It is said that when Master Situ built Jingtian Pavilion, the craftsmen who participated in the construction were all imperial craftsmen. Therefore, the architectural style of Jingtian Pavilion is unique, combining the solemnity of the royal family with the ingenuity of the common people."
Not only was the grandeur of Jingtian Pavilion awe-inspiring to the three, but even the guards standing on either side of the pavilion's entrance impressed them greatly.
On either side of the main gate stood dozens of martial artists, each with a tall and imposing figure and an imposing aura. They were dressed in black, with long swords hanging at their waists, and their eyes were piercing, as if they were ready to fight a powerful enemy at any moment. There were more than a dozen of these gatekeepers, but the aura emanating from them was clearly much stronger than that of the guards at the front gate.
Upon seeing someone approaching, one of the gatekeepers at the front immediately stepped forward and said, "Please show your credentials."
Li Fanglin took out the certificate of qualification given to him by the guard at the front gate and handed it to the martial artist. The martial artist took the certificate, examined it carefully, and after confirming that it was correct, a satisfied smile appeared on his face. He cupped his hands and said, "Three young heroes, please come in."
With that, the martial artist gestured for the three to enter the Jingtian Pavilion. He Yun, Zhao Xue, and Li Fanglin exchanged glances, then stepped forward and entered the Jingtian Pavilion.
Upon entering, the three were immediately awestruck by the sight before them. The architecture of the entrance courtyard of Jingtian Pavilion was even more exquisite, its layout ingenious, as if every step was crafted with meticulous care. In the spacious courtyard, artificial hills, flowing water, and flowers and plants were arranged in a harmonious and picturesque manner, forming a series of beautiful scenes. In the center of the courtyard, a huge fountain gushed forth from the snowflakes, the water droplets forming beautiful arcs in the air, reflecting the surrounding snowscape and creating a breathtaking spectacle.
The three continued towards the main entrance of the front hall, ascending the bluestone steps to a spacious entrance. The doors of the front hall were tall and magnificent, with exquisite bronze rings inlaid on the two vermilion doors, giving them an exceptionally solemn appearance. A huge plaque hung above the lintel, inscribed with the words "Front Hall."
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