Chapter 44: Retreat of Wudang and Shaolin

"This..."

Although Cheng Kun only spoke a few words before dying at the hands of the Big man in front of him, it was enough to prove that what the man said was true, and the hatred between the Six Major Sects and the Ming Cult was indeed quite suspicious.

However, the Leaders and Elders of the Six Sects still had difficulty on their faces and were silent for a long time.

Yin Tianzheng saw this and also couldn't help but sigh that although the large man was indeed a heroic and righteous person, concerned about the country and the people, he was still ultimately too kind and simple, lacking in consideration.

Even if the Six sects and the Ming Cult had always been instigated against each other, it would be useless to bring it up now.

Although the hatred between the Sects and Cult was originally fake, after so many years of real sword and spear friction and fighting, it had already evolved into an irreconcilable blood feud that couldn't be resolved with just a few words.

"Young brother, it would be best if you let it go. The accumulated grudges between my Ming Cult and the Six Sects today can't be resolved with just a few words from you,"

Yin Tianzheng spoke up, trying to emphasize the importance of the situation and urge the Big Man to quickly retreat and not involve himself.

However, the Big Man seemed not to have understood and instead became agitated and angry, shouting loudly.

"I really don't understand. Why do you put up with a strong enemy and not go and fight them? Instead, you're eagerly fighting each other here, letting Mong Yuan benefit for nothing!"

The Big Man then fiercely spread out his arms in a bluff, his expression cold and stubborn, and shouted loudly,

"I, Li Xiu, will decide the outcome of this battle today! If words don't work, I'll use my fists and feet!"

As he spoke, he slashed out with a knife hand, releasing a powerful true energy and drawing a deep line in front of the people of the Six Sects.

"This line will be the boundary! I want to see who dares to take a step forward and recklessly brandish their blades!"

An overbearing aura filled the entire hall, and with these reckless words, the people of the Six Sects were left speechless for a while.

"Kid, do you mean to fight against all of us in the six sects with just your own strength?"

Miejue, with her fiery temper, was the first to come to her senses and speak, her words carrying a hint of mockery as she tried to trap the Big Man.

But the Big Man seemed to have really lost his temper, his nature taking over as he recklessly retorted without thinking.

"So what! What's wrong with it!"

The Big Man glared at Miejue with a pair of tiger's eyes and asked her back. Miejue felt as if she was being stared at by a hungry tiger in the forest and involuntarily weakened her voice.

Just at this moment, Song Yuanqiao stepped in and said,

"Sir, your anger is like the sun and moon, as if you were a reborn tyrant, but you have a saint's heart. I, from Wudang, am moved by your spirit and temperament, and regardless of grudges, I will retreat."

"As for the matter of resisting Mong Yuan, I am unable to make a decision. Please allow me to report back to my master and the elders. If sir has the time in the future, Wudang's mountain gate will always be open and welcoming to you."

"Farewell!"

After saying this, Song Yuanqiao cupped his hands and was about to turn and leave with the Wudong sect.

"Father, with his arrogant and rude behavior, if we from Wudang just leave like this, won't others laugh at us..."

Song Qingshu's face was urgent, still remembering the unpleasant feeling the Big Man had given him.

"Qingshu!"

Song Yuanqiao was also a little anxious. His son was really too small-minded, unable to tolerate others, and didn't understand how to judge the situation.

The last sentence was especially something he knew in his heart but shouldn't say out loud, as it would not look good on anyone's face.

After scolding Song Qingshu, Song Yuanqiao intentionally or unintentionally looked at the Big Man and then glanced at the other five sects, raising his voice slightly in his words.

"This gentleman's martial arts have already reached the level of transformation, and he is still so young, with his qi and blood not yet weakened. I'm afraid even your master wouldn't dare to say he could win."

"If we really start fighting in this hall, of the nearly thousand people here, at least half will fall here. Do you want Wudang to be among that half?"

After saying this, he ignored everything else and led Wudang down the mountain, with Song Qingshu following.

"Wudang heroes, please take your time leaving. If I have the chance in the future, I will visit Wudang and pay respects to Master Zhang and all the great heroes."

"Additionally, please be careful when going down the mountain, as there may be Mong Yuan soldiers ambushing."

The Big Man cupped his hands in respect and politely warned them with respect in his words.

"Amitabha Buddha, after defeating Yuan Yin just now, and having a kind and compassionate nature with a certain Buddhist quality, Shaolin cannot continue to fight and will also retreat. "

Kong Wen chanted a Buddhist phrase and stepped forward, saying this.

Of all the Six Sects, none of them wanted to destroy Ming Cult as much as Shaolin did.

Kong Wen also wanted to use the power of destroying Ming Cult to regain some of Shaolin's prestige.

But Kong Wen, who had always viewed Wudang as a threat, naturally knew how terrifying Zhang Sanfeng's martial arts were.

Song Yuanqiao's words made Kong Wen think that this child's martial arts were not much different from Zhang Sanfeng's.

Shaolin had already suffered from a sudden change and damage to its foundations, so if they were to act impulsively and be completely destroyed now, it would be foolish.

Compared to each other, Kong Wen chose to retreat, and Shaolin couldn't afford to take any more risks. By mentioning the Buddhist quality, they were able to save face.

"Farewell, esteemed masters of Shaolin. Li Xiu thanks the masters of Ming Jiao for their leniency and also asks that you be careful of Mong Yuan soldiers ambushing you on your way down the mountain."

With Wudang and Shaolin leaving, the other sects began to waver as well, due to the words spoken by Song Yuanqiao.

This man named Li Xiu was able to kill at least half of the people here, so who could guarantee that they wouldn't be among that half.

The hearts of the He Taichong and the others began to waver, and they started to consider leaving as well.

Just then, Miejue stood up, fearless and unswayed, holding a sword and stepping forward. Li Xiu found it rather amusing.

"Since they are afraid of you, let me, Miejue, come and see your skills!"

Miejue was dressed like a nun, thin and gaunt, with a face full of masculinity and a pair of thick eyebrows. She was fiercely hot-tempered and ruthless.

This reminded Li Xiu of a line from the original movie, which, although Fire Head Tuo did not repeat to him, left a deep impression on him.

The general meaning is that if a woman practices the Nine Yang Manual, after a year, her chest will gradually flatten, her hands and feet will grow hair, she will become sexually like a raging fire, and her voice will be like an old ox.

Years ago, when Jueyuan passed down the scriptures, Guo Xiang listened to several fragments and incorporated them into the Emei Nine Yang Skill, which was later passed down as the secret skill of the Emei sect.

Although the Emei Nine Yang Skill is not on par with the Nine Yang Divine Art that Li Xiu possesses in terms of power or richness of true essence, it is essentially derived from the Nine Yang Divine Art.

Miejue has been practicing the Emei Nine Yang Skill for decades as the sect leader, so it is likely that her appearance and temperament are also influenced by the skill.

Despite thinking this in his heart, Li Xiu remained expressionless on the surface.

"If that is the case, then I humbly request that the sect leader teach me. If by chance I am able to win a move or two, I request that the Emei sect retreat."

Miejue snorted coldly and did not respond, instead pulling out her sword and attacking Li Xiu with a swift and ferocious strike, showing no defense.

The Emei sect's sword techniques were usually gentle and agile, focusing more on defense, but Miejue's attack was fierce and ruthless.

It was a quick and chaotic exchange, with Miejue's sword almost becoming a blur as it made several rapid strikes, the tip of the sword making a faint ringing sound like thunder and lightning.

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