Frogs croaked and insects chirped, the night breeze blew gently, and Xiji Garden finally returned to peace.
Meng Xiuyuan walked slowly towards Zhang Yong. Although his steps were still steady, they seemed a little heavier.
Seeing this scene, Zhang Yong understood that Meng Xiuyuan had fought fiercely against the seven masters of the Demon Sect and two foreign masters. It was a miracle that he could stand here, and how could he be unharmed? He hurriedly came up to meet him.
"Brother Meng, are you okay?
I'll carry you and leave as soon as possible, for fear that more enemies will come..."
As he spoke, he wanted to reach out to help Meng Xiuyuan, but Meng Xiuyuan smiled and gently pushed him away:
"It's okay, I'm just a little tired.
Don't be suspicious, there won't be any enemies tonight.
Come on, Yongzi, let’s sit down first, I have something else to tell you..."
Under Meng Xiuyuan's calm voice, there seemed to be an undercurrent surging. Zhang Yong had no time to think about it before he was pulled to the pavilion aside.
There was a big battle just now that changed the West Garden beyond recognition, and even the small pavilion was not spared. Meng Xiuyuan waved away with a palm, blowing away all the fallen branches, fallen leaves, broken columns and broken tiles, revealing the stone tables and benches underneath.
Zhang Yong was slightly stunned when he saw this. He didn't expect that Meng Xiuyuan still had such strength after two hard battles. He was amazed and couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief, feeling much more at ease.
However, Meng Xiuyuan's next words made him moved again.
"Yongzi, I have to leave. I will leave early tomorrow morning..."
Meng Xiu looked at Zhang Yong from a distance and said seriously.
"Brother Meng, you are in such a hurry to leave, where are you going?
But are you worried about the two girls, Shi and Shi, and want to protect their safety?"
Zhang Yong was confused when he heard this and asked subconsciously.
Meng Xiuyuan shook his head and said with a smile:
"They are both safe and there is no need for me to worry.
Those so-called people who wanted to cause trouble for them all died here tonight..."
Previously, in Yang Gong's treasury, Shi Zhixuan arranged for a masked swordsman to sneak attack Meng Xiuyuan from behind, but Meng Xiuyuan was shot dead with a backhand.
Before Meng Xiuyuan left, he confirmed that it was actually the so-called "shadow assassin" Yang Xuyan.
Hou Xibai once showed Meng Xiuyuan a portrait of Yang Xuyan, which was exactly the same as the face under the swordsman's mask.
Obviously, the previous rumors about Yang Xuyan and Shi Qingxuan were probably released by Shi Zhixuan himself. The purpose was just to make Meng Xiuyuan ignore that there was still such a powerful chess piece hidden in the secret, so as to ensure that at the critical moment
Always deliver a fatal blow.
Judging from the results, Shi Zhixuan's plan was indeed executed very well. If Meng Xiuyuan had not succeeded in refining his body, he might have died tonight due to his series of calculations. This "Evil King" of the Demon Sect can indeed be called a wise man.
Many plans and careful thoughts.
The identity of the masters who attacked Shi Feixuan before has gradually become clear. According to logical speculation, it is very likely that they are the Turks led by Zhao Deyan.
The two foreign great masters rarely came to the Central Plains together to ensure that this siege was flawless. In order to eliminate hidden dangers and obstacles in advance, they needed to muddy the water in the pool so that they could focus on attacking Meng Xiuyuan.
A figure like Ning Daoqi, who has been guarding the Zhongyuan Zhengdao Wulin for decades, even though he has never had a direct interaction with Meng Xiuyuan due to his relationship with Cihang Jingzhai, he will never sit back and watch Bi Xuan and Fu Cailin surround and kill a junior like this.
The reason why he didn't show up tonight was probably because he was entrusted by Cihang Jingzhai to protect Shi Fei Xuan, who had been attacked in a sneak attack and was almost seriously injured to death.
Shi Feixuan said before that a "senior master" would escort her back to Cihang Jingzhai, which also confirmed this point.
The Turks' previous assassination attempt on Shi Fei Xuan was actually an attempt to lure the tiger away from the mountain.
All the twists and turns during this period may seem complicated, but in fact they all point to Meng Xiuyuan alone.
…
Zhang Yong didn't know the inside story, but after hearing what Meng Xiuyuan said, he didn't delve into it further. He just continued with a lot of reluctance towards Meng Xiuyuan in his heart:
"Since it's not to protect the two girls, what is Brother Meng going to do?
I also thought that after such a big battle, we two brothers would have a good time getting drunk..."
Meng Xiuyuan nodded upon hearing this, with a hint of regret in his voice:
"Yes, if there is anything I care about in this world, it is that I want to meet some old friends.
Fellow Daoist Shilongshi from Wudang Mountain, Mr. Lu from Pegasus Ranch, and you, Yongzi, we should have a good drink together.
It's a pity that things happened suddenly and I didn't expect it, so it was too late..."
Zhang Yong was shocked when he heard this, and suddenly remembered Meng Xiuyuan's strange remarks just before the decisive battle, "In the future, I will be away, you may have to do this kind of thing." He was panicked for a moment, and he felt as if Meng Xiuyuan was saying his last words.
However, before Zhang Yong could say anything and ask further questions, he saw Meng Xiuyuan rising suddenly from the stone bench, ducking behind him, and placing a hand on his vest, while a faint voice came:
"Be still and concentrate, don't resist."
The next moment, Zhang Yong trembled all over and felt an indescribable warmth rolling in from Meng Xiuyuan's palm, flowing into his body like a big river.
This breath was very strange. It was not the Qi cultivated by ordinary warriors. As soon as it entered Zhang Yong's body, it penetrated into various organs and bones and disappeared quietly.
After a while, when Meng Xiuyuan removed his hands and sat back on the stone bench, Zhang Yong felt that his body was slightly lighter and stronger than before, but there was no special change. However, Meng Xiuyuan's face turned slightly darker and his brows wrinkled slightly.
, seems quite tired.
"Brother Meng, what are you doing?!
But you are seriously injured and your life is not long, so you want to pass all your skills to me?!
Why are you so confused? Master Lu is also very knowledgeable in medicine. He must have a way to save you. I will take you to Pegasus Ranch..."
Zhang Yong obviously heard a lot of anecdotes and legends about heroes on weekdays. He endured it until the moment Meng Xiuyuan's luck came to an end, but he couldn't suppress the grief and resentment in his heart. With tears in his eyes, he immediately stretched out his hand to lift Meng Xiuyuan on his back.
"Go, go, what did you say..."
Meng Xiu saw Zhang Yong's "pear blossoms with rain" appearance and couldn't laugh or cry. He pushed it away with a flick of his hand, then took out the Evil Emperor's relic from the treasure house from his sleeve, and explained calmly:
"This relic contains the true essence left by the evil emperors of the Tianxie Sect, which can help people solidify their physical foundation and enhance their martial arts potential.
Understanding the principle of transformation is the biggest gain for me.
As for other people's true energy, I don't like it and have no use for it, so I'll give it to you.
Although this true energy entering your body cannot make you a peerless master overnight, it can make up for your lack of practicing martial arts too late and greatly improve your talent.
You have inherent wisdom, and with the help of these true essences, as long as you work harder in the future, your skills will not be too bad..."
Meng Xiuyuan's words were not loud, but Zhang Yong's words sounded like a thunderous explosion in his ears, causing him to lose consciousness for a moment.
He never thought that the Evil Emperor's relic, which was pursued to the death by all the masters of the Demon Sect, would eventually take advantage of a little guy like him so easily.
"Brother Meng, I..."
Meng Xiuyuan waved his hand and did not let Zhang Yong say the cliché words that followed, but his voice suddenly became a little more serious:
"You risked your life to help me tonight, this is a thank you, there is nothing much to say.
However, I still have some key things to ask you. You need to think carefully before answering me truthfully.
This is about the rest of your life, you must not go against your will, do you understand?"
Zhang Yong saw that Meng Xiuyuan had such an attitude towards him, so he swallowed slightly, and then nodded quickly to indicate that he understood.
Meng Xiu saw the situation, thought for a moment, and then slowly said:
"Yongzi, my master once asked me a question before he taught me martial arts. Today I will use it to test you.
Tell me, in your mind, what kind of person can be called a knight?"
This question asked by Meng Xiuyuan actually embarrasses Zhang Yong. After all, in the world of the Tang Dynasty, what is important is the struggle for hegemony and the battle between good and evil. It is rare to mention the "chivalrous spirit" like in the world of Yitian. People in the world also have "chivalrous spirit".
The concept of "Xia Ke" is difficult to grasp.
However, Zhang Yong’s answer was unexpectedly crisp and firm:
"Do you even need to ask? When it comes to knights, I, Zhang Yong, have only met you, Brother Meng, in my life.
Naturally, only those who uphold justice in their hearts, do not seek fame or fortune, and dare to stand up for the people of the world like you, Brother Meng, can be considered a hero!"
Meng Xiuyuan and Zhang Yong were calm and calm when they spoke, without any deliberate flattery, and couldn't help but feel moved in their hearts.
This answer inexplicably reminded him of the sentence he had answered in his master Zhang Zhenren's study many years ago, "A great chivalrous person serves the country and the people."
After going around and around, he didn't expect that he would actually become a role model in other people's minds, which made Meng Xiuyuan feel quite emotional for a while.
It wasn't until a moment later that Meng Xiuyuan came back to his senses and said warmly to Zhang Yong:
"Yongzi, what you said is too much. I dare not say whether I am worthy of it.
But it’s really good that you have such a concept.
I just hope you won’t forget this..."
While talking, Meng Xiuyuan took out two thick books from his arms, one with white and one blue covers, and placed them on the stone table respectively, and then said:
"I came to this world, and most of what I can and should do has been done, and I have a clear conscience.
It's just that there are too many injustices in the world, and the so-called Buddhist sect and the demonic sect have a long history. Although I have dealt with them each, I can't cut off their foundation.
I will leave early tomorrow morning, and leaving a little legacy at this moment can be regarded as my last contribution.
These two books are both the essence of a lifetime of martial arts that I have summarized over the past few days. You can choose one.
I hope that after you complete your studies, you will not let down my efforts..."
Zhang Yong's eyes widened when he heard this. He was both surprised and excited. He finally understood the intention of Meng Xiuyuan's previous words and deeds.
However, under the huge psychological impact, this iron tower-like man finally showed his inner good. He was stunned for only a moment, and then calmly asked Meng Xiuyuan:
"Brother Meng, thank you for trusting me. This is the greatest pride in my life so far.
But could you please tell me what the difference is between these two secrets and why I need to choose one over the other?
I dare not let down your trust and must choose carefully."
Meng Xiuyuan nodded and explained:
“The martial arts I learned in the past were relatively systematic, mainly from Wudang and Xiaoyao schools.
The two secret books are actually a combination of the "Secret of Immortality" and the two schools of martial arts. They retain the essence of each, so that they can reach the pinnacle of martial arts in the world without making it too difficult to get started.
The difference is that the blue one is based on Wudang's water-grinding technique, which requires years and months of practice, and requires practitioners to be mindful at all times and perform righteous deeds, so that they can have clear spiritual energy and practice step by step to the highest level.
If you want to learn this, I can teach you directly.
The white book is the quick method of the Xiaoyao Sect. The difficulties are all behind. In the early stage, as long as you have a clear mind and the meaning of freedom, you can forcefully absorb the energy of heaven and earth into your body, so that in just a short time
He is among the masters of time and is very domineering.
If you want to learn this, you need to swear by my special secret method that you will never violate the series of rules I have set for you throughout your life. You can neither teach your skills to others at will, nor use them to do unjust things.
Once violated, the spirit will be destroyed.
It’s up to you to decide how to choose.”
In fact, it's not that Meng Xiuyuan is worried about Zhang Yong. He admires this little brother's moral character and temperament very much, otherwise he would not have chosen him as his martial arts successor.
It's just that after Meng Xiuyuan combined the Xiaoyao sect's martial arts with the "Secret of Immortality", it was indeed quite magical. The power came too easily, and it was easy for people to change their minds.
In order to prevent this Kung Fu from being used for evil in the future and creating evil spirits that would harm the world, Meng Xiuyuan could only impose a restriction on it.
"The Great Method of Planting Demons in the Heart of the Dao" records a demonic blood oath, which can make people make a promise that cannot be broken for life. Meng Xiuyuan slightly changed it and used it here.
This is a very good method, but it is equivalent to actively restricting a person's life, as if forcing a person to do good deeds.
Meng Xiuyuan didn't want to force anything on Zhang Yong, so he asked him to make his own choice.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! But to Meng Xiuyuan's surprise again, Zhang Yong still didn't hesitate much at this moment. He only glanced at the two secret books, then quickly raised his head and said to Meng Xiuyuan
:
"Brother Meng, I am willing to fulfill the secret oath you made.
Working hard towards your back and becoming a person like you is my lifelong pursuit.
But could you please teach me both secret books instead of asking me to just choose the white one?"
Meng Xiuyuan frowned slightly when he heard this, and asked Zhang Yong in confusion:
"Since you chose the quick fix, why do you need to work hard?
If you have the idea of studying concurrently, then there is no need to do so.
These two secret books actually lead to the same goal through different paths. In the end, they will be almost the same. Just concentrate on one subject and don't get distracted."
Zhang Yong shook his head, with a rare look of solemnity on his honest and dark face, and said seriously to Meng Xiuyuan:
"Brother Meng, I want two secret books, not just for myself.
Since you think highly of me, Zhang Yong, and passed on your magical skills to me, I dare not let down your trust.
To fight against the demonic sect, the Buddhist sect, and even all the thieves, villains, and cruel sects in the world in the future, my own strength will definitely not be enough.
The only way is to recruit more disciples and carry forward your peerless martial arts and chivalrous spirit.
If I have two secret books in hand, I will have multiple choices when the time comes, and I can consider how to teach students according to their aptitude..."
Meng Xiuyuan heard this and looked at the dark man in front of him without saying a word for a long time. He felt that on this occasion of parting, he seemed to have met a completely different Zhang Yong.
After a long while, Meng Xiuyuan finally nodded, reached out and handed the two secret books to Zhang Yong, and said:
"Okay, since you have this intention, I won't stop you.
But if that's the case, I still have to make some changes to the secret oath of the Xiaoyao Sect's skills..."
While speaking, Meng Xiuyuan first erased more than ten pages of the white secret book, then stretched out his hand to fetch a rock slab, and started writing on it with his fingers.
The revised secret oath is deeply rooted in the mind of the human soul and integrated with Kung Fu itself. Everyone who has learned the white secret book must help the learner to perform this secret oath before passing on the Kung Fu.
, otherwise, even if they are tortured to extract a confession, drugged and hypnotized to teach them the skills, the recipient will not be able to master the skills.
In this way, it can be regarded as an unbreakable insurance, so that it is difficult for this skill to fall into the hands of bad people with ulterior motives.
Zhang Yong's lofty ambitions, with this help, are more likely to succeed.
…
As the morning light gradually rose from the horizon, Zhang Yong, with the help of Meng Xiuyuan, finally completed the secret oath and initially mastered this skill.
Meng Xiuyuan patted the little brother on the shoulder and personally sent him to Yang Gong's treasury, asking him to use the longest secret passage in the treasury to lead directly to the outside of Chang'an City.
As he approached, Zhang Yong was still a little reluctant to let go of Meng Xiuyuan, but he didn't say much. He only knelt down respectfully and kowtowed to Meng Xiuyuan a few times, then stood up and left resolutely, with firm steps and a tall body.
Meng Xiuyuan stood and stared into the distance until Zhang Yong's back disappeared around the corner of the secret passage, then a subtle smile appeared on his face, and he slowly turned around and left the treasure house.
A quarter of an hour later, Meng Xiuyuan walked slowly onto Zhuque Street, the most crowded main road in Chang'an City.
Under the bright golden morning light, Meng Xiuyuan strolled through the streets, passing by countless Chang'an citizens who had gotten up early and worked hard.
At this time, Meng Xiuyuan could still feel that there were many pairs of sneaky eyes hiding in the dark, carefully spying on his whereabouts.
Faintly, Meng Xiuyuan could even hear the whispers among these indifferent people.
They discussed in amazement why Meng Xiuyuan could survive the night safely and stand here intact. Why did those giants of the demon sect and foreign masters not show up for a long time.
However, Meng Xiuyuan ignored them and just closed his eyes slightly, looking towards the rising sun in the east, the same direction that Zhang Yong left, his heart was full of relaxation.
The next moment, a white beam of light fell from the sky, shining dazzlingly, causing the already busy Zhuque Street to suddenly boil.
The legend of Meng Xiuyuan, the founder of the "Xia Yin Sect", ascended to heaven in the daytime. From this moment on, it became widely spread throughout the world.