jdhmnovel Chapter 34 Reaping the consequences
Chapter 34 Reaping the consequences
"Brother Li, my talent is only average, so perhaps..."
Akiko walked onto the ring with a puzzled look on her face, but hesitated to speak.
Li Wudao waved his hand, indicating that he didn't need to say anything more.
If even a Wood Spirit cannot quickly cultivate Wood-based martial arts, then it will be even more difficult for others to do so.
"Brother Qiu, may I ask what type of martial arts you are currently practicing?"
"Uh, one book of fire-based fist techniques and one book of fire-based sword techniques."
Qiuzi Shi replied blankly.
Upon hearing this, Li Wudao's expression became slightly strange.
A wood spirit cultivating fire-based martial arts, huh? You're something else!
He became even more certain that the other party was unaware of his physical condition.
However, there are no wood-type Heaven-rank martial arts techniques in the Scripture Pavilion; the highest one is only Earth-rank.
From this perspective, the martial arts manual that Wu Shan presented actually benefited Qiu Zishi.
"Read this martial arts manual twice first. If you don't understand anything, feel free to ask me."
As Li Wudao spoke, he handed over the "Green Wood Vine Palm" manual.
"it is good--"
Seeing this, Akiko reluctantly opened the martial arts manual and read on with great trepidation.
A quarter of an hour later.
His nervousness gradually subsided, and a hint of excitement flickered in his eyes.
"Brother Li, I feel that this martial arts manual is very suitable for me. It seems that I can learn it at a glance without any obstacles."
Akiko Minoru appeared slightly agitated.
"That's good, it means you're quite suited to cultivating wood-based techniques."
Li Wudao secretly guided him.
"That's true. I never had this feeling when I practiced other martial arts before. It was like a fish in water, and everything went smoothly."
A hint of pleasure flashed in Akiko's eyes as she continued reading.
A stick of incense passed by.
He closed his martial arts manual and said somewhat blankly, "Brother Li, I think I've grasped the first level."
"Try practicing it."
Li Wudao nodded; this was much faster than he had expected.
Upon seeing Akiko Minoru arrive at the center of the ring...
The disciples were all in an uproar, their eyes wide with surprise.
No way, it's only been a short time, could he have already grasped it?
Many disciples were unable to remain calm, but Qi Xingyu's expression remained unchanged, and he even had a cold smile on his lips.
"Comprehend the first level of a Heavenly Rank cultivation technique in three quarters of an hour? That's a pipe dream!"
He had personally practiced this martial art and knew its difficulties well; it was not something that could be mastered overnight.
at the same time.
Akiko stood tall and slowly began to practice the martial arts techniques she had just learned.
Although it was his first time cultivating,
But he felt a strange familiarity with it, as if he had practiced it many times before. Every move was smooth and there were few pauses.
Even the pathways of his meridians matched his expectations perfectly, as if they were tailor-made for him, leaving him utterly astonished.
After a while,
Akiko stood still, recalling the process of practicing, her brows slightly furrowed.
Although he completed the first level of palm techniques relatively smoothly, he always felt that something was missing and that he had not touched the core essence.
According to the martial arts manual, once the first level is mastered, one can manifest the Azure Wood True Essence, covering the palm and doubling its power.
But he did not sense that true energy.
"Brother Li, I..."
Akiko looked at him with a questioning gaze, somewhat at a loss for words.
"It's alright, you've done very well. Now I'll demonstrate it once, and you can observe and learn carefully."
Li Wudao offered words of comfort.
After all, it is a Heaven-rank cultivation technique, and even a Wood Spirit Body cannot fully comprehend it on the first try.
Seeing Li Wudao's calm expression, Qiu Zishi's unease dissipated considerably, and she quietly stepped aside.
When the main character appeared, everyone perked up and watched intently.
Li Wudao stood leisurely on the stage, practicing with ease.
With his comprehension enhanced a hundredfold, Heaven-rank martial arts techniques posed no difficulty for him, though he was a little slow at first.
But soon, the connection between his body movements and palm techniques became visibly skillful and smooth.
The same move, but in Li Wudao's hands, it was completely different, revealing the essence of a Heaven-rank martial art.
If Qiu Zishi's palm technique is like the essence of plants and trees, then Li Wudao's is like an endless python forest, boundless and limitless.
Under the eyes of everyone,
The young man, dressed in white, moved with ease, seemingly transported to an ancient forest, where a subtle scent of green wood wafted out.
"Om-"
A buzzing sound was heard.
A wisp of emerald light burst forth from Li Wudao's palm, erupting like a green arrow that pierced the sky before vanishing in the blink of an eye.
"This is... Aoki True Essence?! Damn it, this kid actually comprehended the first level!"
Qi Xingyu was dumbfounded, his heart filled with shock and anger.
It should be noted that it took him seven days to barely comprehend the first level.
What gives Li Wudao the right to do this?
No, it must be because he happened to have practiced it before, that must be it!
Qi Xingyu was unconvinced and secretly tried to convince himself.
a long time,
He suppressed his anger and muttered coldly to himself.
"Even if you figure it out yourself, so what? I, this prince, don't believe that brat can figure it out in such a short time..."
On the stage,
Li Wudao gave up his seat and looked at Qiu Zishi with a smile, "Try again."
The latter nodded slightly, standing on the stage as if deep in thought.
He closed his eyes slightly, recalling the various details of Li Wudao's actions, which corroborated his own shortcomings.
Time passed little by little.
Before I knew it, another incense stick had passed.
Seeing him standing there dumbfounded and motionless, the disciples who were watching gradually began to complain.
"A waste of time, a death throes!"
Qi Xingyu kept sneering.
With only a quarter of an hour left, Akiko was as lifeless as a dead man and could not possibly comprehend anything.
Just as everyone was getting a little impatient, Akiko finally opened her eyes.
He took a deep breath, and the simulations flashed through his mind.
next moment,
He raised his palm decisively, swung it out, and charged forward without hesitation.
Instantly, a stream of green true essence shot out from his palm, exactly the same as what Li Wudao had done.
"I actually succeeded?"
Akiko stared at the light in her palm, her mind reeling, somewhat incredulous.
"Yes."
Li Wudao stepped forward and patted him on the shoulder encouragingly.
"Thank you, Brother Li. I did it, as expected."
At this moment, Akiko's feelings were complicated, but mostly joyful.
He has only learned the basics of the two Heaven-rank martial arts techniques he is currently practicing after half a month, and is far from being able to release his true essence.
Now, under Li Wudao's guidance, in less than two hours, his martial arts skills have reached the "subtle" level, and his strength has increased by at least 20%.
This was an indescribable surprise.
"Wow! He actually grasped it! What a genius!"
"This is true essence penetrating the body, and the aura is not weak. It would require at least an Earth-rank martial skill to achieve this!"
"I don't know whether to say that Qiu Zishi is quick to understand or that Li Zhen is a good teacher?"
"In any case, Li Zhenchuan was not exaggerating when he was able to grasp the concepts in such a short time. It seems we misunderstood him."
“That’s right. Li Zhenchuan’s abilities are obvious to all. If he can teach Qiu Zishi well, he can teach us well too.”
The disciples gasped and gasped, all shocked by the result.
What they saw today was beyond reason, leaving them unable to calm down for a long time.
"You really understood it?!"
Jiang Churan and the others were all deeply moved, stunned for a moment, and then became genuinely happy.
"The young master is awesome!"
Li Dabao shouted at the top of his lungs from below the stage, his face flushed with excitement.
Anyone who didn't know better would think he had figured it out.
"it is good!"
The most excited person in the room was Lin Yan, who clenched his fists tightly and looked excited.
Wu Shan had previously humiliated and slandered him and Li Wudao, but now that he had been exonerated, he finally got his revenge.
However, the whole process.
Li Wudao remained calm and indifferent throughout, showing neither joy nor sorrow.
Because the ending was already predetermined, entirely within expectations; he was just a mere clown who couldn't cause any trouble.
"Wu Shan, what else do you have to say now? I'm sure everyone knows the truth of the matter."
Li Wudao has not forgotten this petty person who tripped him up.
Instantly, all eyes in the room fell on Wu Shan, filled with deep criticism and anger, like piercing steel needles, making them want to kill him.
Maliciously slandering the true teachings is a serious crime!
Moreover, all the disciples had witnessed Li Wudao's abilities and were genuinely convinced and eager to learn from him.
To some extent, Wu Shan's actions against the latter inadvertently touched upon their interests, so how could they not be angry?
After all, if we offend Li Wudao, how will we ever learn martial arts from him again?
A single spirit stone can provide guidance; if you miss such a great opportunity, you'll have nowhere to turn to cry later.
"How dare a mere inner disciple defy his superiors and slander the true teachings! What audacity!"
"Li Zhenchuan's strength is evident to all. Wu Shan, that despicable scoundrel, dared to spread rumors. He must not be let off lightly!"
"That's right, they must be severely punished, otherwise I won't be able to quell my hatred!"
.......
In an instant, the disciples below the stage erupted in rage, their fury soaring to the heavens like a tidal wave crashing against the shore, sweeping towards Wu Mountain.
"How...how could this happen...?"
Wu Shan panicked immediately, his mouth trembled, and his face turned as pale as paper.
Qi Xingyu was in no better shape; his pupils contracted, and he froze on the spot as if struck by lightning, losing his ability to think.
"Impossible, absolutely impossible..."
He muttered to himself, his eyes devoid of any light.
"Senior Brother Wu, it's time to fulfill the bet. Will you do it yourself, or will you let me do it?"
Li Wudao looked at Wu Shan coldly, his tone leaving no room for softening.
"me......"
Wu Shan trembled, his heart filled with panic, and subconsciously looked towards Qi Xingyu.
But the latter's expression was as hard as stone; he didn't even glance at him, treating him like trash.
"So indecisive and hesitant, yet afraid to admit your mistakes—it's truly shameful!"
"If you don't dare to do it, we'll do it for you!"
"Where did your earlier bravado go? You coward!"
The disciples watching scoffed and were very disdainful.
Hearing a chorus of angry curses and urging voices,
Wu Shan desperately wanted to escape, but the area was already completely surrounded, and the disciples would not let him leave until the bet was fulfilled.
His heart was filled with despair, his face was ashen, and he was filled with deep regret.
If I had known this would happen, I shouldn't have been greedy. I ruined my entire martial arts career for a single Heaven-rank martial arts technique.
Unfortunately, there is no regret medicine in the world.
The next moment, Wu Shan made a decision.
He stretched out his trembling hand and slammed it hard against his dantian.
With a muffled thud, as if something had broken, he coughed up blood and collapsed to his knees, his face pale and weak.
He destroyed his own dantian, severing his future path of cultivation.
Only then did the commotion on the training ground gradually subside.
Before leaving,
Wu Shan gave Li Wudao a sinister look, said nothing, and staggered sadly off the stage with his body hunched over.
A path was cleared through the crowd, and the disciples who were watching merely stood by and watched coldly, with not a single one stepping forward to help.
Wu Shan's actions are a classic case of shooting himself in the foot; he brought it all on himself and doesn't deserve any sympathy.
Now that things have come to this, everyone is kicking him while he's down. He has no place in the Xuantian Sect anymore, and it's hard to say whether he'll even survive.
Watching Wu Shan walk off to the martial arts arena on his own,
Li Wudao frowned slightly, his gaze subtly sweeping over Qi Xingyu, who seemed completely unaffected.
He hadn't expected that Wu Shan would rather cripple himself than betray the Seventh Prince; that was rather ruthless.
Unexpectedly, Qi Xingyu was so ruthless, leaving no trace and giving him no chance for revenge.
"Qi Xingyu has just joined the sect and shouldn't yet have the ability to make an inner disciple serve him wholeheartedly. There must be someone else controlling him behind the scenes. Who could it be?"
Li Wudao pondered deeply, his heart sinking.
The seventh prince posed no threat to him, but the person behind him was a different story.
Looks like I'll have to find someone to inquire about it when I get the chance...