All Heavens: Yin Zhiping, a Demon with a Daoist Heart!

The skilled scholar Zhu Cong said, "Master Qiu truly deserves to be called a great master, to have taught such a disciple as you. Please give me the letter."

In truth, he already felt he had lost a step, and couldn't help but worry.

Yin Zhiping replied, "You flatter me, senior."

He stepped forward to deliver the letter, and a strange fragrance wafted out from his body, causing everyone to look surprised. Han Xiaoying, the Yue Maiden Swordswoman, frowned, her ears burning, and her almond-shaped eyes flickered as she glanced at Yin Zhiping a few more times.

After receiving the letter, Zhu Cong read it carefully. Only then did everyone realize that Qiu Chuji had found Yang Tiexin's offspring nine years ago, taught him diligently, and agreed to hold a grand banquet at Zuixianlou in Jiangnan two years later to determine who was superior.

Ke Zhen'e then asked, "Is Yang Jun's offspring a boy? Named Yang Kang?"

"Yes," Yin Zhiping replied.

"Comparing Yang Kang's martial arts skills to yours, who is superior?"

"Replying to senior, we have never competed, but Senior Brother Yang has received meticulous instruction from my master and should be superior to me."

Ke Zhen'e paused for a moment, thinking that since Yang Kang was Yin Zhiping's senior brother and had been taught by Qiu Chuji for a longer time, perhaps his martial arts skills were higher.

He then asked, "May I spar with Jing'er?"

Yin Zhiping laughed and said, "The seniors are all renowned heroes in the martial arts world, with superb martial arts skills. Young Hero Guo has been taught by these seniors day and night, so his martial arts skills must be above mine. This junior dares not embarrass himself."

Respect your elders and be extremely humble!

[Reward: Frost-Treading and Ice-Breaking Palm Technique (Beginner → Minor Success)!]

Yin Zhiping was overjoyed upon hearing this; finally, the system had proven somewhat useful.

But if things continue like this, wouldn't I become a hypocrite who says one thing and means another?

Fine, a hypocrite it is. He doesn't harm anyone anyway, so let's get the benefits first.

Hearing the praise, everyone's faces lit up with pride and smiles, saying that Yin Zhiping was very good at speaking.

Seeing Guo Jing's dull and simple-minded appearance, the two inevitably felt unbalanced in their hearts.

Ke Zhen'e, wanting to test Yin Zhiping's martial arts skills and assess Yang Kang's abilities, whispered, "You're quite polite, kid, but today you must let us see the martial arts of Master Qiu's disciple."

Han Xiaoying also said, "I would like to ask Young Hero Yin to make a move. In martial arts exchanges, we should stop when we have reached our goal and it will not take up your time."

Yin Zhiping looked at Han Xiaoying.

Her eyes shone like stars, her eyelashes were long and thick, and her skin was as white as snow—the gentle and graceful appearance unique to women from Jiangnan.

Although she is in her thirties, she still has a shapely figure, possessing both the innocence of a young girl and the mature charm of a woman.

[Lustful thoughts are strongly condemned!]

Nonsense! What's wrong with admiring beautiful women!

Yin Zhiping ignored him, drew his sword, and bowed, saying, "I dare not disobey your command, senior!"

Guo Jing stepped out from behind his masters and raised his hand to Yin Zhiping, saying, "Guo Jing greets you. Please, Brother Yin, show mercy."

As he spoke, he assumed a stance, displaying Master Nanxiren's Nanshan Palm Technique.

Yin Zhiping used one hand to protect himself and the other to support the sky, employing the Great Stele-Smashing Hand, an extremely powerful palm technique.

Ke Zhen roared, "Jing'er, you attack first!"

"Yes!" Guo Jing stepped forward and shouted, "Brother Yin, watch out, I'm going to hit you!"

Upon hearing this, the six oddballs all shook their heads, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

Yin Zhiping took a step back and saw that Guo Jing's footwork was loose and his waist and abdomen were weak. He moved half a body distance away, and using the Golden Goose Skill, he lightly moved behind him and gently delivered a palm strike.

Guo Jing, however, missed with all his might and, due to the force from behind, immediately fell face-first into the dirt, causing the Six Heroes to grit their teeth in disbelief.

"Get up!" Ke Zhen'e shouted sharply, tilting his ear to the side.

Guo Jing hurriedly got up and threw another punch, but Yin Zhiping was agile and his palm techniques were sometimes soft and sometimes hard, which Guo Jing could not defeat at all.

Moreover, he held back at every turn, not using his internal energy, and only focused on defense. Guo Jing was like a toy in his hands, causing the Six Freaks' breathing to gradually become heavy.

Then, with another "smack," Guo Jing was struck in the chest and staggered back a few steps to the center of the Six Heroes. He was already red-faced and scratching his head, speechless.

The six strange men sighed in unison, and couldn't help but look at each other in dismay. They wondered how high Yin Zhiping's martial arts skills were, and how Yang Kang must be.

They taught Guo Jing for many years, but the boy was dull and clumsy, and it was difficult for him to learn their true teachings. At that time, he made an agreement with Qiu Chuji to determine the winner through his disciples. In this light, he had already lost more than half of his battles!

"Good lad!" Ke Zhen'e said, leaning on his cane, "Master Qiu has truly taught you well. The palm technique you used is the Great Stele-Shattering Hand, isn't it? And it also incorporates a set of soft palm techniques, perhaps the Frost-Treading and Ice-Breaking Palm Technique? A perfect balance of strength and gentleness, truly impressive!"

At such a young age, his mastery of palm techniques is truly remarkable.

Yin Zhiping said, "What you say is correct, senior. It is indeed the Great Stele-Shattering Hand and the Frost-Treading Ice-Breaking Palm Technique."

Han Xiaoying also asked, "What kind of footwork are you using?"

Yin Zhiping truthfully replied, "It is the Golden Goose Skill created by my grandmaster."

The six strange men exchanged glances, feeling rather displeased, especially Nan Xiren, who was even more upset that Guo Jing had failed to unleash the full power of his Nanshan Palm Technique.

Unable to match her in both palm techniques and footwork, the monsters turned their attention to Han Xiaoying, the Yue Maiden Swordswoman.

Han Xiaoying understood and said to Yin Zhiping, "The Seven Masters of Quanzhen are renowned for their swordsmanship. I see you carry a precious sword, and my disciple has also learned a sword technique. Would you like to have another match?"

Yin Zhiping drew his sword with a "whoosh," its gleaming cold light piercing the eyelashes, and laughed, "Of course I will obey your orders, senior!"

So Han Xiaoying handed the sword to Guo Jing and instructed him, "When using the Yue Maiden Sword Technique, don't panic. His palm technique is superior to yours, but his sword technique may not be as good."

Guo Jing inwardly groaned, knowing he was no match for the enemy, yet he still had to go on.

He bowed to Yin Zhiping, brandished his sword, and said, "Brother Yin, be careful! Swords have no eyes!"

Yin Zhiping smiled slightly, raised his sword to parry, and after two clangs, before Yin Zhiping could make a move, Guo Jing felt his arm go numb.

In fact, the "Yue Maiden Swordplay" was an extremely profound swordplay from the Spring and Autumn Period. When mastered to a high level, it could pierce through three thousand armors with a single sword strike.

However, what Han Xiaoying learned was merely a set of moves that Yue warriors imitated and adapted after seeing the shadow of the "Divine Sword." After a thousand years of inheritance, it had gradually declined. In addition, Han Xiaoying's martial arts skills were not very high; she was only the last of the Seven Freaks and a third-rate figure in the martial arts world, so she couldn't teach Guo Jing anything.

Yin Zhiping used the orthodox Quanzhen sword technique of Taoism, created by his grandmaster Wang Chongyang. It has 49 forms, with subtle variations, combining offense and defense, and contains the Taoist principle of Yin and Yang.

He practiced the Quanzhen Swordplay the most, and although he wasn't proficient, it was enough to deal with Guo Jing.

The sound of clanging filled the air. Yin Zhiping only defended and did not attack, his internal energy flowing continuously. However, Guo Jing had already lost ground due to his outdated moves, his arms were sore and he was out of breath.

After a few more moves, Guo Jing looked bitter, but Yin Zhiping remained calm and composed.

Han Xiaoying's face showed slight anger, and she shouted, "Jing'er! Stop!"

They never expected that Yin Zhiping's swordsmanship was also excellent. If the competition continued, Guo Jing would surely lose, and it would be a disgrace to the reputation of the Yue Maiden Sword.

Both sides sheathed their swords.

Yin Zhiping raised his hand and said, "The Yue Maiden Sword Technique is indeed well-deserved of its reputation. I have learned a great deal from it."