Chapter 38：Phantom Divine Spear

The remarkable aspect of the "Phantom Divine Spear" martial arts technique is that as the spear technique is displayed, the person using the technique will create multiple phantom images, making it impossible for the opponent to distinguish which figure is real.

Liao Jinyuan, who had been practicing the "Phantom Divine Spear" martial arts technique for many years, was able to create six phantom images when performing the attack technique at its best, but generally only four phantom images were produced.

However, when Mu Xuyang began practicing the "Phantom Divine Spear" technique, he immediately created eighteen phantom images, each of which displayed different attack and defense techniques, giving the impression that it was not just Mu Xuyang performing the spear technique, but rather eighteen different individuals using eighteen different attack techniques to strike at the same target's eighteen different vital points, making it impossible to defend against.

Upon seeing this scene, Liao Jinyuan, who had practiced the "Phantom Divine Spear" technique for many years, was immediately dumbfounded. He couldn't believe what he was seeing and thought to himself, "This kid's martial arts skills are so incredible that I'm no match for him! Although his strength is not as great as mine, it's impossible for me to easily subdue him. He's a genius, an unparalleled genius!"

The "Phantom Divine Spear" technique is complex, with many different ways to switch and combine attack and defense techniques. Mu Xuyang spent a full half hour practicing the complete set of spear techniques.

When Mu Xuyang finished practicing, the eighteen phantom images disappeared and his real figure appeared. What surprised Liao Jinyuan the most was that Mu Xuyang did not appear to be out of breath, as one would normally expect after completing such a complex set of spear techniques. This amazed Liao Jinyuan once again, and he thought to himself, "How can he complete such a complex set of spear techniques and appear as if he hasn't even moved? His face is not red, he's not out of breath, and his heart rate hasn't even increased. Is he even human? How can he have such abundant physical energy?"

Holding his spear, Mu Xuyang stood there and saw the look of astonishment on Liao Jinyuan's face. Mu Xuyang thought to himself, "I'm just practicing an advanced set of spear techniques, there's no need to be so shocked. If you knew that I wasn't even using my fastest speed to practice this set of spear techniques, I'm afraid it would take you a long time to recover from the shock."

After finishing the spear technique, Mu Xuyang patiently waited for Liao Jinyuan to come out of his thoughts. Seeing Liao Jinyuan standing there dazed, seemingly recalling the various attack and defense techniques he had used during his practice, Mu Xuyang did not disturb him and simply waited patiently on the side.

After waiting patiently for half an hour, Liao Jinyuan finally emerged from his contemplative state and looked at Mu Xuyang somewhat embarrassedly. He smiled and asked, "I've been practicing this set of spear techniques for almost six years now, and at best, I can only create six phantom images. What I want to ask you is, how can I create more phantom images when using the 'Phantom Divine Spear' technique?"

"A battle can only be won by attacking, and passive defense is equivalent to losing the prerequisite for victory. The most mysterious part of this gun technique is the phantom, and the more phantoms appear, the more illusions will be created when attacking, allowing you to attack multiple different vital parts of the opponent's body with one attack, causing fear and hesitation in the opponent. This creates an opportunity to defeat the opponent directly. You should understand this better than me, so I won't explain it further here."

Mu Xuyang smiled and continued, "When practicing the 'Phantom Divine Gun' martial arts, the key is to combine attack and defense techniques with body movement and speed. Don't be constrained by how many phantoms you can create when using the 'Phantom Divine Gun' martial arts."

"Are you saying that after becoming familiar with the attack and defense characteristics of each technique, you can practice different combinations of techniques until you can perform each set of combinations in the blink of an eye and embody the advantages of the 'Phantom Divine Gun'?"

"Jiang is indeed sharp. You got it in one," Mu Xuyang said with a smile. "The more combinations of techniques, the higher the demand for body movement and speed. The combination of techniques I just demonstrated consists of eighteen different attack and defense techniques. You should have noticed that. If your body movement and speed cannot keep up, you can start by practicing with six or twelve different combinations of techniques until you feel that your body movement and speed meet the requirements. Then you can move on to practicing the eighteen or even twenty-four combinations of techniques."

"I understand what you mean," Liao Jinyuan said after pondering for a long time, finally understanding how to practice more phantoms from Mu Xuyang's words.

"That's all the benefit I can give you, Elder Liao. I don't know if you're satisfied with what I've given you?" Mu Xuyang asked casually, intending to leave now that he had imparted his knowledge.

"I am very satisfied. With the superior advanced gun technique you have taught me and the secrets of practicing the 'Phantom Divine Gun', as long as I practice a little more, I will have a chance to defeat someone who is one level above me."

"Many factors can influence the outcome of a battle. Although martial arts and techniques are important, the quality of your weapon and treasure is equally important," Mu Xuyang said with a smile. He calmly placed his long gun back on the weapon rack and bid farewell to Liao Jinyuan, "Our transaction ends here, Elder Liao. There is not much time left before the hour is up, and Senior Zhong has many important matters to attend to. If I have the chance to go to Qingyun Sect in the future, we can continue to study gun techniques together if you deem me worthy."

"When you visit me in the future, please don't leave me outside the door." Liao Jinyuan knew that Mu Xuyang's words were just polite, but he still hoped to learn more about marksmanship from him, so he casually made this probing statement.

"Liao elder, don't worry. I am a person who values gratitude and loyalty. I will always remember the kindness you have shown me. As long as someone respects me, they can become my friend in the future," Mu Xuyang said with sincerity.

After saying this, Mu Xuyang did not stay long and quickly left.

At the door, Jiang Yifeng, who was on duty, hurriedly approached him respectfully and said, "Mu brother, first of all, congratulations on your promotion and admission to the Qingyun Sect. I also want to tell you something. Elder Dong Mingzhi has been demoted and became an ordinary member of the Leiying Hall, and has been sentenced to ten years of imprisonment in the Leiying Hall's dungeon."

"Oh, thank you, Jiang Senior Brother, for telling me this happy news. If there is nothing else, then I'll leave now," Mu Xuyang said with a smile.

"No, there's nothing else," Jiang Yifeng responded with a smile. Seeing Mu Xuyang heading directly to Dong Mingzhi's residence, he suddenly remembered what the hall master had entrusted him with before leaving. He shouted loudly to Mu Xuyang, "I forgot to tell you that Elder Zhong has already gone to the Leiying Hall's main hall with the hall master for a meeting."

"Oh, thank you," Mu Xuyang didn't look back, just waved his hand casually to thank Jiang Yifeng, and then swiftly headed towards the Leiying Hall's main hall.