Novel Bin
Chapter 171
Chapter 171
“Indeed, it is The Knight-Errant’s Journey. The name Xia Ke Island was inspired by this poem.”
“But there’s something you may not know. Li Bai was not only a poet immortal but is also rumored to have been the Celestial Sword Immortal Li Taibai from 3,000 years ago. My brother and I spent decades verifying this and found traces of evidence. This poem, The Knight-Errant’s Journey, was likely left behind by Li Taibai himself!”
“This… is the stone wall’s martial art of Xia Ke Island!”
The Dragon Island Master’s eyes burned with fervor.
“This poem may seem simple, but each line contains profound martial secrets. My Sword Dao of Slaughter was derived from the line ‘Ten steps to kill one man, traveling a thousand miles without pause.’ My brother’s Fist Intent of Weight was derived from the line ‘Three cups to pledge a promise, the Five Peaks bow lightly.’”
“Unfortunately, our comprehension is shallow, and this is as far as we’ve come.”
“If someone could fully comprehend all twenty-four lines, they would undoubtedly grasp the essence of Li Taibai’s legacy!”
By the end, his eyes were filled with boundless longing.
He couldn’t help but look at Ning Changge.
Ning Changge quietly studied the poem, his eyes flickering with intrigue. His instincts had been correct—the Tai Xuan Scripture was unlike any other martial art. Its method of resonating with the forces of heaven and earth was unique. The stone wall even seemed to emit a faint spiritual light, a remnant of a once-supreme expert.
The others were equally astonished.
The Celestial Sword Immortal Li Taibai of 3,000 years ago!
They never imagined that the stone wall’s martial art would have such an origin.
The name Li Taibai, even after 3,000 years, still carried fragments of legend. It was said that in his era, the Celestial Sword Immortal’s name overshadowed the Nine Provinces, with few able to rival him. His fate had been unknown, but no one expected his legacy to be here.
“Feel free to study it,” the Wood Island Master said with a smile, then turned to Ning Changge with anticipation.
“Little Immortal, please proceed.”
While comprehending the martial art wasn’t something that could be done instantly, the first encounter with the stone wall often sparked the most inspiration. They dared not disturb Ning Changge.
Ning Changge nodded slightly.
Mana surged within him, and his Observation Eyes activated. The lines of poetry before him began to dissolve, revealing their essence. Each stroke transformed into a sword, as if he were watching a peerless swordsman practicing in the cave. Every move seemed simple yet contained profound mysteries.
In an instant, flashes of inspiration filled his mind.
A stream of insights flowed, and Ning Changge’s eyes gleamed with increasing interest.
The others, seeing Ning Changge enter a state of enlightenment, dared not disturb him. They moved to the side and turned their attention to the twenty-four lines of poetry.
The group from Peach Blossom Island felt a mix of hope and trepidation.
If they could glean even a fraction of the stone wall’s secrets, it would undoubtedly benefit their martial paths.
The disciples of Xia Ke Island stepped back, their eyes filled with anticipation.
Their greatest hope lay with Ning Changge, but they also had some expectations for the group from Peach Blossom Island. After all, Huang Yaoshi’s talent was exceptional. To become a grandmaster of Qimen Dunjia was no small feat.
The disciples of Peach Blossom Island, including Qu Lingfeng, stared intently at the poem. Initially, they were filled with anticipation.
But soon…
Their brows furrowed, and their faces turned pale.
Though they were well-regarded in the Jianghu, their talent was unremarkable on a larger scale. The poem seemed to transform into a chaotic array of swords, fists, and palms, with countless figures leaping and dancing erratically. They couldn’t discern any pattern.
Sweat began to bead on their foreheads.
Had they not known that the stone wall contained a martial art, they might have dismissed it as nonsense.
Moments later, they felt as if the chaotic figures were attacking them. Unable to bear it, they cried out and retreated.
The vision dissipated.
The Dragon and Wood Island Masters reassured them.
“Comprehending the stone wall’s martial art requires prolonged study. Don’t be discouraged. Rest for now to avoid straining your minds.”
The disciples felt a deep sense of defeat. Though the words were meant to comfort, they understood that their comprehension was far from sufficient.
Their reverence for the stone wall’s martial art grew.
They turned their attention to Ning Changge and the others.
***
Among those still studying the poem were Ning Changge, Huang Yaoshi, Huang Rong, and Feng Heng.
Feng Heng, possessing a photographic memory, had modest martial skills but remarkable comprehension. She wisely focused on a single line, “Leave with a flick of the sleeve,” hoping to derive a movement technique.
Sweat dripped from her brow as the chaotic figures in her mind began to align. Stumbling backward, she was caught by Mei Chaofeng.
“Madam!” the Dragon Island Master asked with concern. “Have you comprehended something?”
Feng Heng’s eyes sparkled with delight.
“I’ve gained some insight. From the line ‘Leave with a flick of the sleeve,’ I’ve derived a movement technique. I’ll record it for you later.”
The Dragon Island Master felt both joy and regret.
He then turned his hopeful gaze to the remaining three.
If Feng Heng could comprehend one line, the others should achieve even more!
***
Time passed.
Huang Yaoshi eventually stumbled back, his eyes filled with awe and wonder.
“Profound! Unfathomable! This martial art must be the legacy of the Celestial Sword Immortal. Unfortunately, my aptitude is lacking. I could only comprehend two or three lines.”
Even so, he couldn’t help but feel elated. He had glimpsed a path forward. Combined with the Nine Yin Manual brought by Ning Changge, he believed that with dedicated cultivation, he might one day reach the Land Immortal realm.
The Dragon Island Master nodded approvingly.
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