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Chapter 43: Making a New Friend
Chapter 43: Making a New Friend
Ding Chengfeng? Of the Ding family from Hebei? One of the great aristocratic clans of the martial arts world?
Yu Longsheng's eyes flickered, and he couldn't help but glance at the woman beside the man. If that man was indeed Ding Chengfeng, then this woman should be the famous Baiyun Xianzi, Ding Baiyun.
Yu Longsheng recalled that in his past life's adventures, he had already heard of the names Chasing Wind Swordsman for Ding Chengfeng and Baiyun Fairy for Ding Baiyun.
Ding Chengfeng had been in the martial arts world for several years, while Yu Longsheng and Ding Baiyun had probably debuted around the same time. It was only recently that the name Baiyun Xianzi had started to gain prominence.
Although they had never met, Yu Longsheng had heard of them for a long time.
Not in the story of Li Xinhuan, but in Ye Kai's "The Vagabond of the Border Town."
Ding Chengfeng, from one of the three great aristocratic families of the martial arts world, or rather, the northern martial arts world—the Ding family. His martial arts skills were extraordinary, and he had dueled with Jing Wuming to a draw, although he had sustained an injury to his leg meridians, causing him difficulty in movement for the rest of his life.
Don't underestimate him because of his injury; he was already very strong! After the death of Shangguan Jinhong, Ah Fei had already ignited Jing Wuming's will to live. So, even if Jing Wuming was not at his peak at that time, he was also not in a slump.
From the fact that Ding Chengfeng's leg tendons were injured, it could be seen that Jing Wuming did not hold back during their duel. They must have been engaged in a life-and-death struggle, yet Jing Wuming did not kill Ding Chengfeng. He only damaged his leg meridians, showing how meticulous Ding Chengfeng was in protecting his upper body.
Of course, the fact that Jing Wuming injured Ding Chengfeng but spared his life was another matter altogether.
However, regardless, if Ding Chengfeng was already so formidable, how could the current head of the Ding family be weak?
This goes to show how many people Bailiao Sheng's "Weapon Spectrum" had overlooked!
No one denies the combat prowess of the top masters listed in the "Weapon Spectrum," but one must also acknowledge that it only records a fraction of the martial arts world's experts! Bailiao Sheng is human, not a god, and he is someone with personal biases.
Compared to Ding Chengfeng, Ding Baiyun is also a formidable character—a more vicious version of Li Mochou. She gathered Bai Tianyu's "friends" and exterminated his entire clan, even keeping his severed head by her side for nineteen years!
Yu Longsheng shuddered involuntarily and quickly averted his gaze from Ding Baiyun.
This woman was even more dangerous than Lin Xian'er. It would be better to let Bai Tianyu deal with her.
Yu Longsheng's train of thought only lasted an instant, and he immediately dismounted, "So it's the Chasing Wind Swordsman and the Baiyun Fairy. The two of you have always upheld justice and helped the common people in Hebei. What brings you to the land of Jin and Yu?"
"We paid a visit to the Huashan Sect. My younger sister and Hua Cuoguo are close friends. We heard..."
Before Ding Chengfeng could finish his sentence, he was interrupted by Ding Baiyun, "Aren't you here to duel with Yu Longsheng?"
"Oh? That's right!" Ding Chengfeng paused, realizing what she meant, and turned to Yu Longsheng, "Yesterday, I saw you injure Yin Wuji with your nine sword techniques. I couldn't help but itch for a match. Let's duel first, and then we can chat."
From Ding Chengfeng's words, Yu Longsheng understood that this duel would be a friendly exchange rather than a serious battle.
After all, the Ding family was a prominent clan in the martial arts world, but his own Zuo Sword Villa was also a well-known sect. They were both respected figures, so how could they fight to the death upon meeting? He, Yu Longsheng, was in a completely different situation from Jing Wuming, who was wanted by everyone after the destruction of the Jinian Gang.
Since that was the case...
"Of course!" Yu Longsheng readily agreed, "I've long heard of the Ding family's consecutive fast sword techniques, as swift as wind and rain, not allowing even a drop of water to penetrate. I'm honored to experience it for myself today."
Ding Chengfeng smiled, while Ding Baiyun scoffed and rolled her eyes. There were plenty of people who flattered the Ding family, and they didn't need one more from Yu Longsheng.
"Please!"
"Please!"
Ding Chengfeng took a steady step forward, and Yu Longsheng matched his pace.
Firstly, from the fact that Ding Chengfeng took the initiative to challenge him, Yu Longsheng could tell that Ding Chengfeng didn't have absolute confidence in defeating him. If he believed he far surpassed Yu Longsheng, he wouldn't have been so eager to duel.
Secondly, Yu Longsheng was confident in his own abilities. After receiving guidance from Ah Fei and Li Xinhuan, and having fought Ivaku and Bailiao Sheng, as well as honing his skills during this period, his martial arts had improved by leaps and bounds, thanks to his self-discipline and learning abilities from his previous life.
Thirdly, this duel was only to determine who was superior; it wasn't a matter of life and death. Yu Longsheng also knew of Ding Chengfeng's character, so he had nothing to fear. If he lost, he would simply admit defeat.
Being a famous swordsman, Ding Chengfeng naturally wouldn't take the initiative to attack. He drew his long sword and held it diagonally across his body.
Understanding his intention, Yu Longsheng stepped forward and swiftly pointed his long sword at Ding Chengfeng's chest.
Then came the sound of swords slicing through the air and the clanging of metal.
It must be said that Ding Chengfeng was indeed the most formidable swordsman Yu Longsheng had ever encountered, second only to Ah Fei. His consecutive fast sword techniques were like a whirlwind, using offense as defense. His movements were as swift as the wind, shuttling back and forth without pause.
However, Yu Longsheng's sword techniques also surprised Ding Chengfeng.
The Divine Dragon's Nine Breaks were unpredictable and often changed mid-stroke, never growing stale. When facing off against Ding Chengfeng's sword techniques, they were like a sudden downpour, not losing out at all.
The two of them exchanged over a hundred moves, yet neither could gain the upper hand.
However, Ding Chengfeng and Yu Longsheng were both aware that they had actually had opportunities to inflict injuries on each other. Most of the time, Yu Longsheng sustained slightly more serious wounds, but Ding Chengfeng also couldn't escape unscathed. They only redirected their sword tips at the last moment, avoiding fatal blows.
It must be said that Ding Chengfeng's sword techniques were indeed extraordinary.
"Shua!"
"Cha!"
After a brief exchange, Ding Chengfeng's sword flicked Yu Longsheng's collar, while Yu Longsheng's sword sliced through Ding Chengfeng's sleeve.
"Good! Excellent swordplay!"
Ding Chengfeng leaped backward, laughing heartily and nodding in appreciation, "Brother Yu truly has remarkable sword skills. When I was your age, I certainly didn't possess such prowess!"
Yu Longsheng was not yet twenty years old, while Ding Chengfeng was several years older and already had children.
Yu Longsheng sheathed his sword and smiled, "Brother Ding's sword techniques are fierce and live up to the reputation of the Ding family. I, Yu Longsheng, am truly impressed."
"You're too kind," Ding Chengfeng waved his hand modestly, "Perhaps in a few years, I won't be able to defeat you."
"That won't happen," Yu Longsheng replied, "In a decade, your sword techniques will surely reach the realm of perfection." Then, he added, "But in twenty years, when I'm a forty-year-old man fighting a fifty-year-old, I should have no problem winning."
Upon hearing this, Ding Chengfeng paused, then burst into laughter, "You truly are a unique individual!"
"Thank you for the compliment, but I don't deserve it," Yu Longsheng smiled, "Since Brother Ding and Miss Ding have come to Shanxi, if you don't mind, please come to my Zuo Sword Villa for a cup of wine."
Ding Chengfeng laughed heartily, "I would be delighted to! Please lead the way!"
(End of Chapter)
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