Chapter 33

They said in unison:

"We pay our respects to the Acting Island Master!"

"In the future, please give us more pointers, Island Master!"

Their posture was very low, full of awe and expectation.

In their hearts, Ning Chuan's status was already equal to that of Master Huang Huang Yaoshi, or even... better.

Facing the awe and anticipation in the eyes of Qu Qu Lingfeng and the others, Ning Chuan did not hold back.

He knew that since Huang Huang Yaoshi had entrusted Taohuadao to him, it was with the hope that he would carry the island’s legacy forward.

And improving the strength of these disciples was undoubtedly the most direct and effective method.

Moreover, he was happy to see these disciples, who possessed decent character, become stronger.

Immediately, he took the Taohuadao Heart Method he had previously improved for Huang Rong, removed the subtle adjustments tailored to her specific constitution, and created a more universal version, which he then imparted to the four: Qu Qu Lingfeng, Lu Lu Chengfeng, Wu Wu Mianfeng, and Feng Feng Mofeng.

When the four received this improved Heart Method and studied it carefully, the expressions on their faces were identical to Huang Huang Yaoshi’s earlier.

First came confusion, then surprise, then solemnity, and finally, it transformed into unparalleled shock and ecstasy!

They finally understood why their Master had been so uncomposed after seeing this Heart Method earlier!

This improved Heart Method was simply capable of turning decay into magic!

Its level of refinement was more than a grade higher than the original version they had cultivated for decades!

If they had obtained this Heart Method sooner, they might have long since broken through to the Innate Realm, or even higher!

"This... this... the Island Master is a genius! We... we..."

Qu Qu Lingfeng was so excited he became incoherent, unable to express the gratitude in his heart for a moment. Holding the Heart Method transcribed on animal hide, he felt it weighed a thousand pounds.

Lu Lu Chengfeng, Wu Wu Mianfeng, and Feng Feng Mofeng were also flushed with excitement, their gazes toward Ning Chuan filled with fervent worship and gratitude, wishing they could bow down to him immediately.

Watching her senior brothers act like they had never seen the world, Huang Rong couldn't help but cover her mouth and giggle. Her worship of Ning Chuan deepened even further, feeling that her Brother Chuan was truly capable of anything.

Next.

Ning Chuan had the four of them demonstrate the Taohuadao martial arts they were most proficient in.

Qu Qu Lingfeng naturally performed the Falling Blossom Sword Palm; the palm technique was elegant and agile, with hidden sharpness, well-inheriting Huang Huang Yaoshi’s true teachings.

Lu Lu Chengfeng demonstrated a set of Whirlwind Sweeping Leaf Legs; the leg shadows were heavy, the wind whistled, and it was both fierce and clever.

Wu Wu Mianfeng used the Cleaving Air Palm; the palm force was thick and powerful, with the faint might of injuring enemies from a distance.

Feng Feng Mofeng displayed his Orchid Flicking Acupoint Hand; the finger technique for striking acupoints was precise, swift, and varied.

Ning Chuan observed carefully, and relying on his heaven-defying comprehension and profound understanding of the core essence of Taohuadao martial arts, he pointed out the shortcomings in their cultivation and the directions for improvement with pinpoint accuracy.

"Brother Qu," Ning Chuan said with his slightly awkward voice—though the tone remained strange, the articulation was incredibly clear—"Your Falling Blossom Sword Palm has the form, but lacks the intent. While the palm technique is elegant, it lacks a killing edge; by overly pursuing the refinement of the moves, you have neglected the concentration and explosion of power."

"Falling blossoms are colorful, appearing soft and beautiful, but in reality, every fallen petal can be turned into a sharp blade. You must seek hardness within softness, hide killing intent within elegance, and inject your internal energy more condensedly into the edges of your palms to unleash its true power."

Upon hearing this, Qu Qu Lingfeng felt as if struck by lightning. He stood frozen on the spot, ruminating on Ning Chuan’s words, and a light of realization gradually ignited in his eyes. A moment later, he bowed deeply to Ning Chuan: "Thank you, Island Master, for your guidance! Qu Qu Lingfeng has been enlightened!"

Ning Chuan then turned to Lu Lu Chengfeng: "Brother Lu, your Whirlwind Sweeping Leaf Legs have excess ferocity but lack variation. While the leg technique is fast, the force is too scattered and fails to concentrate power into a single point of explosion."

"A true whirlwind is not just violent; it possesses a core rotational force. You must focus on the continuity and rhythm of the leg technique, integrating spiral force into your rapid sweeping strikes to catch the enemy off guard and win with a single blow."

Lu Lu Chengfeng’s expression also turned solemn as he carefully pondered Ning Chuan’s guidance, feeling that many of his past cultivation puzzles had suddenly cleared up. He hurriedly bowed: "The Island Master’s words are absolutely correct; Lu Lu Chengfeng has learned much!"

Regarding Wu Wu Mianfeng’s Cleaving Air Palm, Ning Chuan said: "Brother Wu, while your palm force is thick, it appears slightly crude when released, failing to achieve control at will, which diminishes its power."

"The essence of the Cleaving Air Palm lies in the word 'air'; it is not merely about reckless attacking. You must carefully experience how to keep your internal energy from dissipating after it leaves your body, and how to precisely control its direction and force, so you can strike across mountains and injure people invisibly."

Wu Wu Mianfeng nodded repeatedly, his eyes filled with admiration.

Finally, Ning Chuan evaluated Feng Feng Mofeng’s Orchid Flicking Acupoint Hand: "Brother Feng, your finger technique is precise, but lacks penetrating force, and you rely too much on move variations, making your responses appear sluggish."

"The Orchid Flicking Acupoint Hand emphasizes not just 'skill,' but 'penetration.' You must condense your internal energy at your fingertips like steel needles to pierce through the enemy’s protective true qi and strike their vital points directly. At the same time, while the moves are varied, they must align with your intent, allowing you to act at will without leaving a trace."

Ning Chuan’s guidance, often just a sentence or two spoken casually, was like the morning bell and evening drum, striking straight to the core, giving the four an instant sense of enlightenment!

Many cultivation problems that had plagued them for years were solved instantly under Ning Chuan’s few words of direction!

For a time, on the martial arts field, the four were completely enthralled, treating Ning Chuan’s guidance as the gold standard, wishing they could immediately go into seclusion to digest these insights.

A thought even faintly rose in their hearts:

This Island Master Ning, in terms of martial arts insight and teaching ability, seems... even more formidable than Master Huang Huang Yaoshi?!

Of course, they only dared to think this thought in their hearts; they would never dare to speak it aloud.

But their reverence and conviction toward Ning Chuan had reached an unprecedented height, treating him almost like a god!

Watching the four of them acting as if they had obtained a treasure and were focusing on their cultivation, Ning Chuan smiled slightly.

Teaching benefits both the teacher and the student; while guiding them, he himself gained new insights into these martial arts, and his understanding of the essence of the Martial Dao became clearer.

Moreover, with the strength of Qu Qu Lingfeng and the others increased, he would not need to personally handle the trivial matters on Taohuadao in the future, allowing him more time for his own cultivation and meditation.

Since Ning Chuan was to sit in charge of Taohuadao on his behalf, he naturally could no longer continue living in the cave by the sea.

Huang Rong personally selected a quiet, secluded, and spacious small courtyard for him as his new residence.

This courtyard was nestled against the mountains and near the water, and there was a natural deep pool within, which was perfect for Ning Chuan to inhabit.

Coincidentally, this courtyard was right next to the one where Huang Rong lived, making it convenient for her to come and find "Brother Chuan" to play and ask for martial arts advice at any time.

After settling in, Ning Chuan couldn't wait to take out the Grandmaster’s notes gifted to him by Huang Huang Yaoshi.

He carefully opened the notes wrapped in fine silk, and a faint scent of ink mixed with the breath of time wafted toward him.

The handwriting on the notes was vigorous and powerful, like iron strokes and silver hooks, possessing an arrogant spirit—it was Huang Huang Yaoshi’s own handwriting.

"The path of a Grandmaster lies in further condensing and sublimating the internal energy one has cultivated, transforming it into more pure and spiritual true qi."

"Then, using true qi as a guide, communicate with heaven and earth, perceive oneself, and form a Void Dan within the dantian."

"This Void Dan is the condensation of a martial artist’s essence, energy, and spirit, and it is the source of power for a Grandmaster expert. Once the Void Dan is formed, true qi can be released outside the body to injure people from a distance, possessing infinite power..."

In the notes, Huang Huang Yaoshi described clearly and in great detail the many hurdles, key points, and potential dangers of breaking through from the Innate Perfection to the Grandmaster Realm.

What "forming the Dan" was, how to "form the Dan," the changes in true qi after forming the Dan, and the various mysteries of the Grandmaster Realm were all explained very clearly.

Among them, there were even some expositions and conjectures regarding the Great Grandmaster Realm.

"The Great Grandmaster Realm is to further condense and sublimate the Void Dan within the dantian, transforming the void into reality!"

"Once the Solid Dan is formed, the true qi will undergo another transformation, becoming a more fierce, overbearing, and indestructible protective aura!"

"Great Grandmaster experts can more clearly perceive and mobilize the spiritual energy of heaven and earth; with every gesture, their aura draws upon the power of heaven and earth, possessing the might to break rivers, shatter mountains, and burn seas!"

Ning Chuan was enthralled, feeling his horizons broadened, and he gained a clearer and deeper understanding of the Grandmaster Realm, and even the more profound Great Grandmaster Realm.

This Grandmaster’s note was truly of immense help to him!

He understood the path he was to take next.

"To truly embark on the path of Yao cultivation, to be able to actively absorb and refine the spiritual energy of heaven and earth and condense Yao power, one must reach a realm where one can clearly perceive the spiritual energy of heaven and earth."

"Even if I take a shortcut and can accumulate energy by devouring flesh and blood, to transform this energy into true Yao power, I still need to reach the Grandmaster Realm and be able to initially mobilize the power of heaven and earth to have a chance of success."

"Moreover, I have recently felt an inexplicable palpitation in my body, as if a more primitive and powerful force is hidden within, stirring."

"My body seems to have that craving for rapid growth again!"

"This is likely... my bloodline is further awakening, and I am already transforming toward the form of a 'Jiao'!"

"Perhaps... after I break through to the Grandmaster Realm, I can truly begin to attempt to take the first step of transformation!"

Ning Chuan’s eyes were filled with anticipation and longing.

He treasured Huang Huang Yaoshi’s Grandmaster notes and put them away.

Many things within them provided great inspiration for his future cultivation path.

He planned, in the coming time, to digest and absorb all the classics collected on Taohuadao, whether they were martial arts manuals, Qimen Qimen Dunjia, or medical pharmacology, astronomy, and geography.

To lay the most solid foundation for creating a true, earth-shattering, supreme Yao cultivation method in the future!

That day was drawing ever closer!

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