returnChapter 41 – Eighteen Swift Riders of Yanyun(4 / 4)  Demi-Gods and Semi-Devilshome

typeface:big middle small

PREV Chapter NEXT

ore, he heard Xu Zhu address him as ‘Elder brother’, he cannot help but stare stupidly.

Duan Yu rush over to pull Xu Zhu’s hands, he turn around and said to Xiao Feng: “Elder brother, this is also our sworn brother. His religious name is Xu Zhu, he left the monastic order and is now known as Xu ZhuZi. When we sworn brotherhood we included you as well, 2nd brother, quickly pay respect to elder brother.” Xu Zhu step forward, he knelt down and kowtow, he said: “Elder brother, little brother kowtow in salute.”

Xiao Feng smile faintly, he pondered: “My sworn brother is a little foolish, unexpectedly he included me as well when he swore brotherhood with someone else. I will die soon, the situation is incomparably dangerous, but this person is not afraid of the danger and step forward bravely, it goes to show he is a true man who values brotherhood, a good man. To be sworn brothers with him, it is not in vain at all.” at once he knelt down and said: “Brother, to be able to become sworn brother with you, it is really a joyous occasion.” both of them bow 8 times, unexpectedly they swore brotherhood right in front of the crowd of heroes.

Xiao Feng is unaware of Xu Zhu’s supreme martial arts, he saw Xu Zhu is a monk from a low generation, he presume his martial art is limited, however since Xu Zhu step forth bravely he would be showing contempt if he ask him to step aside and hide, thus he lifted a leather bag and said: “My two brothers, these 18 Khitan warriors are loyal and devoted to me, they are like my hands and feet, everyone drink to your heart’s content, let go of your inhibition and kill!” he pull out the cork and drank a huge mouthful, he hand over the leather bag to Xu Zhu. Xu Zhu is boiling with warm blood, why would he even care about 5 precepts or 6 precepts, 7 precepts or 8 precepts, he lifted the leather bag and drank a mouthful, afterwards he pass the bag to Duan Yu. Duan Yu drank a mouthful and pass the bag to a Khitan warrior. The warriors drank from the bag in succession.

Xu Zhu said to Xiao Feng: “Elder brother, this Old Freak of XingXiu killed people from my former school, Shaolin’s Master XuanNan and XuanTong. Afterwards he killed people from my current sect, my master and my senior martial brother. Little brother will avenge them now!” Xiao Feng was curious, he ask: “You……” he did not get the chance to continue, Xu Zhu wave his palm lightly and launch it towards Ding ChunQiu.

Xiao Feng saw his strangely mythical palm technique, his internal energy deep and profound, he cannot help but be startled yet delighted, he pondered: “As it turns out 2nd brother’s martial art is so powerful, i never expect it at all.” he shouted: “Watch out for my fists!” with ‘Hu Hu’ sound he launch his fists at Murong Fu and You TanZhi. Murong Fu and You TanZhi made a move to resist. The 18 Khitan warriors understood their Lord’s intention, they surround Duan Yu and protected him.

Xu Zhu executed [Six Solar Palms Of Heavenly Mountain], he is circling and fluttering about, every move advancing and pressuring. Previously Ding ChunQiu sneak into the wooden house, he use to poison Su XingHe and Xu Zhu, Su XingHe met a violent death due to the poison, however Xu Zhu was completely unaffected, Ding ChunQiu harbored deep fear of him, currently Ding ChunQiu don’t dare to use his poison techniques as he fear Xu Zhu’s poison technique is superior to his, it will rebound back and he will suffer, thus he use palm techniques to fight with Xu Zhu, he pondered: “This little bald thief unraveled the ‘ZhenLong Chess Formation’, unexpectedly that old thief impart all his skills to him and made him Sect Leader of Carefree Sect. That old thief is crafty, he will surely arrange some poisonous scheme, i must not be careless.”

The martial arts of Carefree Sect pay particular attention to elegance and agility, graceful, clear and distinct, Ding ChunQiu and Xu Zhu are fighting with each other, one of them white-hair with child-like countenance , just like an immortal, the other monk sleeves fluttering, flowing like the wind. Both of them move off immediately after hitting the ground, truly like a pair of butterflies among flowers, dancing around indefinitely, they displayed the essence of the two word ‘Carefree’ brilliantly. The spectating crowd has never seen the martial arts of Carefree Sect before, everyone felt carefree and relaxed when they observe the fight, they pondered: “These two men employed ruthless techniques, they target opponent’s vital points, however their movement and style is so graceful and artistic, as if they are dancing. This kind of natural and unrestrained palm technique, i have never seen it before, i wonder where this martial art originated from? What is the name?”

On the other side Xiao Feng is fighting with Murong Fu and You TanZhi, initially he took the lead with the first 10 moves, however from the 10th move onwards, every fist and palm move from You TanZhi contained yin-frost energy. Xiao Feng is fighting Murong Fu with his full-strength, during this time You TanZhi will make a move and attack him, he cannot help but feel cold air invading his body, it is really difficult to endure. The frost-silkworm poison inside You TanZhi’s body was further cultivated by [Divine Foot Scripture], good and evil mutually assisting, fire and water helping each other, it became the number one most powerful internal energy under the heaven, in addition with the subtle power of Murong Fu’s [Start Shifting Movement], fighting these two experts with all his might Xiao Feng is in dangerous situation, the danger is not inferior to the time when he had to fight several hundred heroes in JuXian Manor. However Xiao Feng is gifted with god-like martial talent, the more dire the situation becomes, the latent courage and strength inside his body will emerge, he execute [28 Dragon Subduing Palm], he launch palm after palm, unexpectedly Murong Fu and You TanZhi are unable to move near him, thus You TanZhi’s frost-silkworm poison cannot invade and attack his body anymore. However by fighting this way Xiao Feng exhaust quite a bit of internal energy, in the long run his palm strength will surely suffer and weaken.

You TanZhi failed to realize this fact, however Murong Fu is astute, he knew he and Chief Zhuang only need to endure for another hour, after that they will surely gain the upper hand. ‘Northern Qiao Feng, Southern Murong’, both are equally famous, today they are fighting in public for the first time, however Murong Fu need the assistance of Beggar Clan Chief, even if they manage to kill Xiao Feng, clearly this ‘Southern Murong’ is not as good as ‘Northern Qiao Feng’. Murong Fu plotted: “The restoration of Yan is of vital importance, fame and prestige is only small matter. If i can kill this great scourge of martial arts fraternity, i will become a hero of Great Song, naturally they will be grateful towards me, the title of ‘Supreme Leader of Martial Arts Fraternity’ will surely go to me. By then i only need to issue an order and the restoration of Great Yan will become a reality. When Qiao Feng is dead, even if ‘Southern Murong’ is not as good as ‘Northern Qiao Feng’, it will eventually become history.” however he is having second thoughts: “After killing Qiao Feng, Zhuang JuXian will become a powerful enemy, if he seize the title of ‘Supreme Leader of Martial Arts Fraternity’ then i have to listen to his orders, this is not good.” henceforth when he make a move to attack he will secretly conserve a fraction of his internal energy, he act as if he is using his full strength, he dash around bravely, however the formidable power of Xiao Feng’s [28 Dragon Subduing Palm] was endured mostly by You TanZhi. Murong Fu’s movement is strangely mythical, bystanders cannot see through his trick.

In a blink of an eye the three of them exchange over 100 moves. Xiao Feng employed numerous trick in succession, You TanZhi was duped and fell into his trap. You TanZhi had extremely shallow experience, he was fooled several times but Murong Fu was always by his side to take care of him, he promptly resolved all the danger, as for Xiao Feng’s incomparably powerful palm strength, You TanZhi relied on his deep and profound internal energy to forcibly endure it.

Duan Yu was protected by 18 Khitan warriors, he saw his 2nd brother advancing with every step, he did not suffer any disadvantage at all, his elder brother is fighting two enemy alone, although his power is god-like but the wind beat violently with every palm strike, sand and rocks flying about, it is difficult to persist much longer, Duan Yu pondered: “I claim to go through trials and tribulations with both of my brothers, however when things come to a head i am hiding here being protected, what kind of brotherhood is this? What share life and death together? We will die eventually, among the three of us i cannot be the most useless. Although i don’t know any martial arts but i can use [Graceful Steps upon the Waves] and tangle with Murong Fu so that elder brother can focus on defeating that ugly Chief Zhuang, this should be the way.”

He made his decision, his body flash out of the protective circle and he walk out, he said in a bright voice: “Gentleman Murong, you and my elder brother are equally famous, you should fight one on one with him, why do you require the assistance of others? If you fight till a draw, won’t it be a disgrace? Come come come, if you are capable come here and try to punch me.” his body flash again, he move behind Murong Fu, he stretch out his hand to grab his neck.

Murong Fu saw his movement is strangely quick, he flip his palm and with a ‘Pa’ sound he smack Duan Yu’s face. Duan Yu’s right cheek was split open and blood flow out, he was in so much pain that tears flow down as well. His [Graceful Steps upon the Waves] is a marvellous skill, when put to full use it is truly difficult for anyone to hit him, however now he is making a move to attack someone, how can his clumsy grab land on Gusu Murong who possess first-class martial arts? Moreover Duan Yu don’t know how to dodge this slap, his flesh and skin was lacerated, the pain indescribable.

Murong Fu’s palm only touch Duan Yu’s cheek for a brief moment, however he felt his internal energy drain out rapidly like torrent, his energy disappeared without a trace, his arm and palm also became numb, he was startled and cursed: “The chap surnamed Duan, how come you also join XingXiu Sect?”

Duan Yu said: “What are you say…..” he did not get to complete his sentence, unexpectedly Murong Fu sent one flying kick at him and made him somersault. Murong Fu never expect this sneak attack to succeed so easily, he was delighted, his body flew forward, his right foot stepping on Duan Yu’s stomach, he shouted: “You want to live or die?”

Duan Yu turn his head sideway, he saw Xiao Feng is still engaged in a fierce battle with Zhuang JuXian, he knew if he rebut Murong Fu he will be killed immediately, afterwards Murong Fu will assist Zhuang JuXian and his elder brother will be in danger again, it is best to delay for time, he said: “What is so good about dying? Obviously it is more interesting to live in this world as a person.”

Unexpectedly Duan Yu dare to make sarcastic remark at this juncture, Murong Fu’s expression turn grave, he shouted: “Since you want to live, then….” he want Duan Yu to kowtow 100 times, humiliate him in public, but he had second thoughts, Duan Yu possess an ingenious set of footwork, if he let him go now it will be difficult to capture him again, he said: “…then call me grandfather 100 times!” Duan Yu laugh and said: “You are merely a few years older than me, how can you be my grandfather? Don’t you feel ashamed?” with a ‘Hu’ sound Murong Fu sent out a palm, he strike a spot to the right of Duan Yu’s head, mud and dirt flew about, a hole appeared on the ground, if this palm move slightly to the left Duan Yu’s head will crack open immediately. Murong Fu shouted: “Do you want to call or not?”

Duan Yu turn his head sideway, he saw Wang YuYan standing beside Bao BuTong and Feng BoE, her pair of eyes gazing at him steadily, however her expression did not have the slightest trace of worry or concern, obviously she must be thinking: “Cousin will never kill Gentleman Duan.” even if Murong Fu kill Duan Yun, Wang YuYan will not be particularly sad or broken-hearted, if Murong Fu fail to kill Duan Yun, she might even feel a tinge of regret. Duan Yu look at Wang YuYan’s expression, he was completely disheartened, it is better for him to be killed by Murong Fu rather than suffer the endless torment of his yearning, he said dispiritedly: “Why don’t you call me grandfather 100 times?”

Murong Fu was enraged, he lifted his right palm and directed it at Duan Yu’s face, suddenly two shadow dart forth. Someone shouted: “Don’t harm my son!” another person shout: “Don’t harm my master!” although their movement is quick, but they cannot stop Murong Fu from landing his palm strike, however Duan ZhengChun and Crocodile Deity of Southern Sea have extremely high martial arts, two stream of palm strength targeted Murong Fu’s vital points.

If Murong Fu did not intercept these two palm, he can kill Duan Yu but he will surely sustain heavy injuries. He withdraw his right palm immediately and block Duan ZhengChun’s palm, his left hand drew a circle and neutralized Crocodile Deity of Southern Sea’s attack. The palm force of these 3 men surge forth, they trembled with fear, each of them felt the opponent’s martial art is truly solid. Duan ZhengChun is anxious to save his beloved son, his right forefinger executed [Yiyang Finger], variation wide, internal energy vigorous.

Wang YuYan shouted: “Cousin be careful, it is Dali Duan family’s [Yiyang Finger], you must not underestimate it.”

Crocodile Deity of Southern Sea shout loudly: “Damn you, although my master is useless, but he is still Yue LaoEr’s master. You dare to beat my master, it is the same as beating Yue LaoEr. If my master is afraid of death and call you grandfather, then how can Yue LaoEr be a human anymore? How should i address you when i see you? Won’t you be three generation higher than Yue LaoEr? Then won’t i become a turtle-grandson? Simply preposterous!” while shouting he took out his crocodile scissors, he cut left and right, he cut continuously at Murong Fu. The thing he feared most is his generation ranking being lower than other people, even among “Four Great Evil” he argued endlessly with Ye ErNiang for the number two rank. Currently if Duan Yu call Murong Fu “grandfather”, then Crocodile Deity of Southern Sea will surely become a “turtle-grandson”, he rather chop his head off then become a “turtle-grandson”.

Murong Fu don’t know what he is shouting about, his right foot step on Duan Yu firmly, his pair of hands fighting two enemy. On the 10th move, Murong Fu detect that although Crocodile Deity of Southern Sea is equipped with a powerful weapon he is rather easy to deal with, however he cannot underestimate Duan ZhengChun’s [Yiyang Finger], thus he focus his attention on Duan ZhengChun and fought him directly, as for Crocodile Deity of Southern Sea, Murong Fu use his remaining force to neutralize the crocodile scissors attack, in his busy state he manage to retaliate 1-2 moves, Crocodile Deity of Southern Sea was force to move several zhang backward to avoid Murong Fu’s counterattack. Duan Yu is pinned down Murong Fu, he struggled forcefully, wanting to stand up, but how can he do so?

Duan ZhengChun saw his beloved son being controlled, he knew Murong Fu only need to increase the pressure in his foot and Duan Yu will surely vomit blood and die, it is beneficial to end this fight quickly, he have to rescue his son and escape quickly, at once his [Yiyang Finger] became more aggressive, every move advancing and pressuring.

Suddenly he heard a peculiar voice: “Dali Duan family’s [Yiyang Finger] pay particular attention to strict form, solemn, respectful and poised, even when being bold and powerful it must not deviate from its poised demeanour. What you are doing now is only harassing, no different from a lowly Beggar Clan disciple with no pouch, how can it be called [Yiyang Finger]? Hei hei, hei hei, aren’t you shaming the name of Dali’s Duan family?” Duan ZhengChun knew the voice came from his archenemy Duan YanQing, although his words are correct but his beloved son is in danger, Duan ZhengChun’s mental state is in disarray, why would he even care about strict form or poised demeanour? His [Yiyang Finger] became more and more heavy, although fierce but it is unsteady, suddenly when he made a move with his finger, Murong Fu redirected the power, with a ‘Chi’ sound it landed on Crocodile Deity of Southern Sea’s shoulder.

Crocodile Deity of Southern Sea made a monstrous ‘WaWa’ cry, he cursed: “Da……” with a ‘Qiang lang’ sound his crocodile scissors drop on the ground and smash his leg bone. He was in pain, he curse furiously, however he had second thoughts: “He is master’s father, if i curse him then i will inevitably mess up the generation ranking, i cannot curse him, some day if i have the chance i will simply cut off his head…..”

Duan ZhengChun accidentally injure the wrong person, he was distracted, Murong Fu seize the opportunity and pointed his left middle finger, as quick as lightning he sealed Duan ZhengChun’s ‘Zhongting’ acupoint on the stomach. This ‘Zhongting’ acupoint is 1 inch and 6 fen below ‘Shanzhong’ acupoint. ‘Shanzhong’ acupoint is a sea of energy in the human body, hundreds of energy pathway will gather at this point, it is of vital importance, when sealed by an enemy the person’s breathing will immediately be blocked. Murong Fu knew his opponent is capable, he only hope his finger will land on Duan ZhengChun’s body, he did not specifically target the ‘Shanzhong’ acupoint, nevertheless Duan ZhengChun still felt sharp pain from his stomach, it is difficult for him to breath.

Wang YuYan saw her cousin’s finger land on his opponent, she clap and cheered: “Cousin, what a good move, ‘Yaksha Exploring the Sea’!” however the real ‘Yaksha Exploring the Sea’ require the practitioner to hit the ‘Shanzhong’ acupoint, Wang YuYan wanted to praise her sweetheart, although his move miss the intended target by 1 inch and 6 fen but she vaguely treat it as ‘Yaksha Exploring the Sea’.

Murong Fu knew his finger did not seal his opponent’s vital acupoint, he immediately compensate with another move, he launch his right palm and attack Duan ZhengChun’s stomach. Duan ZhengChun have yet to regain his breath, he did not have any power to resist, he was hit by Murong Fu’s violent palm strike and spurted a mouthful of blood. Duan ZhengChun is concerned about his beloved son, he refuse to retreat, he hastily gathered his breath, Murong Fu already launch his 2nd palm strike.

Duan Yu was pinned down by Murong Fu, suddenly he saw his father spurt a mouthful of blood, Murong Fu already launch his 2nd palm strike, Duan Yu was extremely anxious, he quickly pointed his right forefinger at Murong Fu, he shouted: “You dare to beat my father?” in a moment of desperation his internal energy involuntary shoot out from his forefinger, it is precisely the Shangyang Sword Stance from [Six Meridians Divine Sword]. Other people become flustered when showing concern, however his energy flow out when showing concern, it is necessary for him to be anxious only then his internal energy can shoot out from his finger. However he heard a ‘Chi’ sound, Murong Fu’s sleeve was slice off by his invisible energy sword, immediately after the energy sword bump against Murong Fu’s palm force. Murong Fu felt his arm ached, he was greatly startled and leap back hastily.

Duan Yu finally free himself, he sprung up and stood upright, Murong Fu have yet to retreat, his father still in danger, he pointed with his left little finger, he thrust the ‘Shaoze Sword’ at Murong Fu. Murong Fu quickly swing his left sleeve to meet the enemy, two ‘Chi Chi’ sound, his left sleeve was slice off by the energy sword. Deng BaiChuan shouted: “Young master be careful of the invisible energy sword, why don’t you use a weapon?” he unsheathe his sword, he turn the sword hilt and toss it towards Murong Fu.

Duan Yu heard Wang YuYan cheering when his father was hit by Murong Fu, he is concerned about his father safety and also furious at Wang YuYan’s heartlessness, his anxiety at 100%, his pain and sorrow also at 100%, his internal energy surge forth at once, in an instant Shaoshang Sword, Shangyang Sword, Zhongchong Sword, Guanchong Sword, Shaochong Sword, Shaoze Sword, all six sword stance criss-crossed and flew about, it flow smoothly according to his heart desire, as if he received god’s assistance.

PREV Chapter NEXT