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Chapter 226: Sword Techniques of Yihua Palace
Chapter 226: Sword Techniques of Yihua Palace
The sword techniques of Yihua Palace were graceful and fluid, soft and bone-less, like dancing clouds and transforming mist. They were intricate and colorful, like mercury spilling across the land, penetrating every crevice.
They seemed slow, but in reality, they were incredibly fast!
Even without prior knowledge of the Backwards Flying Willow Sword or the Willow Fluff Sword Technique, Jiang Feng could confidently assert that the sword techniques of Yihua Palace were not inferior to those styles. The subtle intricacies of the Kunlun Sect's "Flying Dragon Great Nine Styles" could only aspire to such elegance.
Yao Yue's mastery of this single sword technique was enough to surpass all swordsmen in the world, with the exception of Yan Nantian.
At the very least, Lu Zhongyuan and himself would be at a disadvantage when facing this style, and Jiang Feng believed that his quick sword skills would not outpace Yao Yue's reaction speed.
As the sword dance concluded, Yao Yue descended gracefully.
"Well?" she asked.
"Beautiful!" exclaimed Jiang Feng, his eyes sparkling with admiration. "What a beautiful sword technique!"
"Sharpness hidden within beauty, and lethality within elegance," Jiang Feng remarked. "I never expected the sword techniques of Yihua Palace to be so formidable!"
If it weren't for his prior knowledge of the original story, Jiang Feng wouldn't have imagined the sword techniques of Yihua Palace to be so impressive. After all, Yihua Palace was renowned for its palm technique, "Yihua Jeyu," which translated to "Moving Flower and Receiving Jade."
The "Shenlong Nine-Fold Sword Technique" was also known for its variability, but compared to the sword techniques of Yihua Palace, it seemed somewhat rudimentary.
Hearing Jiang Feng's change in tone, Yao Yue let out a soft hum, slightly displeased but not angry.
She had overheard Jiang Feng and Lianxing's conversation, and now understood his perspective on her. After some thought, she conceded that there was truth to his words, and she didn't expect him to actively pursue her in her current state.
However, she didn't fully adhere to his suggestion to change herself.
'My sister should be more affectionate? Hmph, I can be affectionate, but I also need to discipline when necessary! Being assertive is a means to an end—my goal is to obtain everything I desire!'
Yao Yue turned to Jiang Feng, her love for him not diminishing her sense of self. On the contrary, upon recognizing her flaws, she embarked on a journey of self-improvement.
Moreover...
"The fact that I can read your actions so accurately proves that I pay close attention to you," she said.
"Your temperament is gentle and kind, and you're easy to talk to. Lianxing, with her slight cunning and youthful innocence, is not the right fit for you."
Yao Yue thought of Murong Yong and Madame Murong, who had just left, and felt that she and Jiang Feng were a better match. She tilted her long sword slightly and smiled at Jiang Feng, "I'll teach you."
Yao Yue's statement was declarative, not a question.
Jiang Feng nodded, not one to stand on ceremony, "Alright."
He wasn't being pretentious by asking if it was suitable or not because Yao Yue was the Palace Master of Yihua Palace. Her word was law, and even if she disbanded Yihua Palace, no one could argue against her decision.
...
And so, Yao Yue began to instruct Jiang Feng in the sword techniques of Yihua Palace.
The palm technique of Yihua Palace was called "Yihua Jeyu," and the sword technique was named "Yihua Chuanyu," or "Moving Flower and Piercing Jade."
"What about the light martial arts?" Jiang Feng asked.
"It's just called Light Martial Arts," Yao Yue replied.
Jiang Feng nodded seriously, "That's a great name, concise and to the point, capturing the essence perfectly!"
Huayue Nu couldn't help but laugh out loud, and even Yao Yue joined in, "The martial arts of Yihua Palace didn't have names initially. It was only because others frequently inquired about them that we eventually named the palm and sword techniques."
Jiang Feng indicated that he understood and agreed.
In the world of Gu Long, the names of the protagonist's or the very best martial arts techniques tended to appear less frequently in the later parts of the story. Legendary skills like the "Mingyu Skill," "Bride's Skill," "Four Lights Skill," and "Wuxiang Skill" all originated from the author's earlier works.
It was already impressive to have techniques like the "Life-Taking Thirteen Swords" and "Shendao Slash" in the later parts of the story.
All that remained was for him to familiarize himself with the variations and the route of the qi flow when wielding the sword, which would increase the speed and power of his sword technique.
Inviting Moon smiled and said, "Your talent is actually quite remarkable. I'm surprised you memorized the sword technique so quickly."
Jiang Feng was also proud of himself. He hadn't expected his memory and physical coordination to be so exceptional. "I didn't realize I was so amazing," he said, astonished.
Inviting Moon nodded. "You are indeed impressive. Back then, Lianxing learned this sword technique after watching her master perform it seven times as well."
Jiang Feng blinked and couldn't help but glance at Inviting Moon.
A slight smile appeared on Inviting Moon's face as she said with a hint of pride, "I only watched it three times."
Jiang Feng was stunned. For such a complex sword technique, it would take extraordinary talent to memorize it after watching it performed only seven times, and that was with the enhancement he received from the template of the wuxia world's original body.
But Inviting Moon, only three times?
No wonder Lianxing, who was also at the eighth layer of the Bright Jade Skill, feared Inviting Moon so much. It was because Inviting Moon was truly formidable, and even if their cultivation levels were the same, Inviting Moon might still be able to defeat several opponents of the same level.
So what if one had talent?
Yes, having talent was indeed admirable!
Seeing the astonished look on Jiang Feng's face, a sense of satisfaction welled up within Inviting Moon. She realized that she had never really surprised Jiang Feng with her abilities before.
When others encountered them as sisters, they were either frightened and terrified or filled with greedy desire. They were always cautious and trembling.
Only Jiang Feng remained gentle and refined, making others feel like they were basking in a warm spring breeze.
So when Inviting Moon saw Jiang Feng's rare loss of composure, a hint of delight blossomed in her heart.
Then, Inviting Moon and Jiang Feng, each with a sword in hand, began to practice the sword techniques together in the garden.
Inviting Moon danced gracefully, and Jiang Feng's intentions weaved through her movements.
The long swords crisscrossed, and the pair resembled butterflies in flight.
Huayue Nu stood by and watched, feeling that her Grand Palace Master and Jiang Feng were truly a match made in heaven. Inviting Moon was as beautiful as a celestial fairy, and Jiang Feng was as handsome as a god who had descended to the mortal realm.
She couldn't help but admire them, and at the same time, she felt conflicted.
"It seems that the Palace Master of the Lianxing Palace also has a soft spot for Jiang Gongzi. The Grand Palace Master has only recently improved her relationship with the Palace Master of the Lianxing Palace. I wonder if this will create new conflicts between them?"
As she thought about this, her eyes remained fixed on Jiang Feng's graceful and elegant sword dance, and she found herself entranced. Then she snapped back to reality and hastily banished the inappropriate thoughts from her mind, feeling ashamed of herself.
"But if the Grand Palace Master and he... wouldn't that make me a chambermaid?"
At this thought, Huayue Nu's face turned scarlet. "I wonder if the Second Palace Master will... back down?"
Neither Inviting Moon nor Jiang Feng noticed Huayue Nu's unusual behavior because they were both immersed in the world of martial arts.
Jiang Feng's sword technique was not weak, and he was also clever. When practicing with Inviting Moon, he provided her with subtle assistance, which excited Inviting Moon, and she became even more dedicated to teaching Jiang Feng.
...
After several days of practice, Jiang Feng gained a preliminary grasp of Moving Flower and Piercing Jade.
Then, the second young master of the Chen family from Hankou, Chen Jing, and the third young master of the Mei family from Yueyang, Mei Hangsong, came to visit Jiang Feng again.
"Brother Jiang, Miss Murong from the Fourth House is engaged to my nephew, Mei Zhongliang. Would you like to join us for the festivities?"
(End of Chapter)
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