37: Tai Chi Chuan practiced incorrectly, then passed on the martial arts.

"Oh? Someone has mastered the Tai Chi Fist?"

Raising an eyebrow, Li Yun looked at Ancestral Witch Houtu in surprise.

Unlike the extreme ferocity of the Eight Extremities Fist, the Tai Chi Fist emphasized the harmony of hardness and softness, even requiring a balanced and peaceful heart.

He hadn't held much hope when he first taught it, but he didn't expect that in just a few thousand years, someone within the Witch Tribe would actually succeed. This was simply... "Yes."

Nodding, Houtu said with some excitement, "That Tai Chi Fist is also very strong. Even the Taiji Qi it evolves into is extremely special, possessing the ability to slow down opponents."

"Previously, a Great Witch released that Taiji Qi, and it directly covered a range of a thousand miles, causing a Grand Unity Golden Immortal he was fighting to be deeply trapped within, unable to extricate himself."

"There was also a Lesser Witch whose Taiji Qi was extremely hard and yang. Although it lacked in defense, its ruinous power had already reached a level comparable to a Great Witch."

"..."

Listening to Houtu's narration, Li Yun was momentarily speechless.

Although he hadn't witnessed it personally, he roughly understood that their practice had deviated.

Taiji!

Yin and Yang as one.

But from Houtu's description, the Taiji Qi condensed by those of the Witch Tribe was either extremely yin and soft, or extremely hard and yang, failing to achieve true unity of Yin and Yang. In other words, they had not mastered its essence.

Thinking of this, Li Yun spoke up: "Ancestral Witch Houtu, the Tai Chi Fist emphasizes the harmony of hardness and softness, and the unity of Yin and Yang. If those of your tribe only emphasize one aspect as you've described, they haven't truly brought out its full power."

"What?!"

Hearing this, both Ancestral Witch Houtu and Ancestral Witch Di Jiang looked at Li Yun in astonishment.

Seeing his solemn expression, the two confirmed they hadn't misheard.

Immediately after, the two became excited.

After all, if even an incomplete Tai Chi Fist was this powerful, wouldn't it be even more formidable once performed to its complete state?

Thinking of this, instead of any disappointment, the two became even more expectant.

Taking all this in, Li Yun knew he couldn't offer any more consolation, so he didn't continue that topic. Changing the subject, he said, "Next, I will transcribe three Martial Arts: a leg technique, a palm technique, and a movement technique!"

As he spoke, Li Yun didn't linger. He walked forward and began transcribing onto the stone tablet.

As time passed, he quickly finished transcribing the contents of the three Martial Arts.

Once Li Yun finished, Houtu immediately stepped forward and began engraving them onto other specially processed stone tablets, translating the text into the Witch Tribe's script to ensure no leakage.

Meanwhile, Di Jiang asked curiously, "Fellow Daoist Li Yun, what's the story behind these three Martial Arts?"

Although he didn't understand much...

Looking at these three Martial Arts, he could feel they weren't weak; their power was certainly not inferior to the Eight Extremities Fist.

Houtu also pricked up her ears to listen, quite curious about the content and effects of these three Martial Arts.

Hearing this, Li Yun didn't keep them in suspense and said directly, "These three Martial Arts are the Fengshen Leg, the Cloud-Dispelling Palm, and the Swimming Dragon Movement Technique!"

"The Fengshen Leg is a special leg technique that can increase one's movement speed. For the vast majority of the Witch Tribe, it can compensate for any lack of speed."

"The Cloud-Dispelling Palm is a special palm technique. It is continuous, and the power of each palm strike can be stacked up to twelve layers, allowing for a ruinous power that far exceeds one's own Realm."

"As for the Swimming Dragon Movement Technique, it is a means of evasion. While the Witch Tribe's Physical Body is strong enough to ignore most attacks, it's still hard to resist a fatal strike."

"If you learn this movement technique, you can not only burst with extreme speed to dodge fatal attacks in a short time but also take the opportunity to close in for a counter-kill!"

"These three Martial Arts each have their characteristics, but they cannot condense Protective Aura. Therefore, the Eight Extremities Fist and Tai Chi Fist are the foundations of the Martial Dao. Only by Cultivating these techniques on top of learning those can one perform them to the highest level..."

As Li Yun spoke eloquently, Ancestral Witch Houtu and Ancestral Witch Di Jiang came to a sudden realization.

They understood the situation of these three Martial Arts. Although they differed somewhat from the previous Tai Chi Fist and Eight Extremities Fist, their value was undoubtedly great.

Except for the long-legged members of the Kuafu lineage, the speed of other Witch Tribe members was a major weakness.

Especially when facing Cultivators, from a great distance, Cultivators would unleash overwhelming Spells and Divine Abilities, or even control Spirit Treasures for long-range attacks.

This often resulted in the Witch Tribe suffering casualties from attacks before the actual battle even began.

But with these three Martial Arts, it would be different.

Although it still wouldn't completely change the issue, it could significantly increase speed and reduce the time spent in long-range combat.

Most importantly, the Swimming Dragon Movement Technique.

It might seem like just a means of evasion, but it could allow one to avoid fatal wounds in a short time. With the Witch Tribe's powerful recovery ability, as long as a wound wasn't fatal, it could be quickly repaired without affecting their combat strength.

Thinking of this, Di Jiang spoke up, "Thank you, Little Friend Li Yun!"

"With these three Martial Arts, my Witch Tribe's strength will go a step further!"

"Don't worry, Little Friend. From now on, whatever spoils of war our Witch Tribe obtains, we will let you inspect them first. Anything you need will be given to you in full, without concealment!"

Hearing this, Li Yun's eyes lit up. He immediately cupped his fists and said, "Then I thank Ancestral Witch Di Jiang."

The Witch Tribe was bound to become a hegemon of the Great Desolation in the future. Their collection of innate spiritual roots and Innate Spirit Treasures would definitely be incomparable to ordinary people.

With the Witch Tribe's help, his own foundation would also increase significantly. When that time comes... "Big Brother, it's done."

At this moment, Ancestral Witch Houtu's voice rang out.

Looking toward the sound, one could see she had already produced many stone tablets.

Seeing this, Di Jiang didn't care to say more. He quickly collected the stone tablets using the Law of Space, then cupped his fists to Li Yun. "Little Friend Li Yun, I shall take my leave first."

"With Sister Houtu stationed here, it is extremely safe. You continue to Cultivate; I won't disturb you."

After speaking, Di Jiang didn't linger. He stepped out of the palace, spread his Wings of Space, and rapidly left the territory of the Houtu Tribe.

After Di Jiang left, Houtu walked to the area beside Li Yun and smiled slightly. "Fellow Daoist Li Yun, it's been many years. Congratulations on your improved strength!"

"However, does Fellow Daoist know about the matter of the Demon God Palace?"

"Those fellows are currently opposing my Witch Tribe in the vicinity of Mount Buzhou, yet we don't know much about them. If Fellow Daoist knows anything, please do not hesitate to enlighten us~"