157: Madam Wang's advice

[World: Smiling Proud Wanderer, Xia Ke Island]

[Departure Countdown: 919 days (1 day in Main World)]

[Luck: 400 (Can be exchanged for original martial arts)]

[Current Identity: Yue Buqun]

[Current Talent: Dual Cultivation of Blessing and Wisdom (In effect, 12x Comprehension Ability)]

[Cultivation: First-rate]

[Martial Arts: Bei Ming Divine Skill, Star Absorbing Skill, Five Mountains Divine Sword...]

With 12x Comprehension Ability, Ning Yuan found it increasingly easy to comprehend the Star Absorbing Skill today.

After all, the Star Absorbing Skill was derived from the Bei Ming Divine Skill.

Along the way, Ning Yuan had also begun to find the key to unlocking it.

During this half-month journey, with the help of Ning Zhongze and Madam Wang, his Comprehension Ability reached as high as 30x at its peak.

On the day his Comprehension Ability hit 30x, Ning Yuan integrated some of the advantages of the Star Absorbing Skill into his Bei Ming Divine Skill.

Inside an inn in Fuzhou City.

They did not head straight to the Fuwei Escort Agency.

Instead, they chose to rest for a while, while also gathering information about the city.

Lin Pingzhi had already disguised himself, and Lao Denuo had also gone out to gather information.

Ning Yuan, under the boost of his 30x Comprehension Ability, was cultivating crazily.

"The current Bei Ming Divine Skill can already absorb the inner energy of enemies at close range, and the suction is even more domineering."

Ning Yuan silently circulated his Bei Ming Divine Skill; the tables, chairs, tea pots, and tea cups in the room all trembled because of it.

"30x Comprehension Ability is already this powerful. I wonder how powerful 50x or 100x would be?"

"Perhaps 50x would allow me to advance the Bei Ming Divine Skill to the Aperture Condensation or even the Divine Aperture level, or even undergo a rebirth."

"If it were 100x, I reckon I could easily create any supreme technique below the Dao Foundation level, or even a Dao Foundation Cultivation Technique."

Ning Yuan muttered to himself.

Then he showed a look of regret, "Unfortunately, ordinary women and courtesans are ineffective. Only famous beauties in the Smiling Proud Wanderer world, who carry Luck, can make my talent effective. Otherwise, wouldn't 100x Comprehension Ability be easy to obtain..."

Ning Yuan had naturally tried this long ago; otherwise, he wouldn't have focused solely on cultivating with Ning Zhongze and Madam Wang.

Actually, Yue Lingshan also had it, but unfortunately, this was impossible.

"Besides her, perhaps I can try Qu Feiyan, Yi Ling, as well as Ren Yingying and Lan Phoenix next."

"And those in Ode to Gallantry..."

"I am determined to get the laba congee from Xia Ke Island, the inner energy of the various Sect Heads on the island, and the Tai Xuan Sutra!"

Ning Yuan took a deep breath and stood up.

...On the other side.

Lao Denuo found Zuo Lengchan.

"This Yue Buqun is truly cautious. He has already arrived in Fuzhou, yet he still sends people to gather information. It seems he really has grasped the whereabouts of the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual this time."

Zuo Lengchan said with a smile.

He then looked at Lao Denuo, "Lao Denuo, you did well. The mission was completed very well. After getting rid of Yue Buqun, I will make you the Huashan Sect Leader."

"Thank you, Revered Master, for the cultivation!"

Lao Denuo immediately knelt on one knee and shouted excitedly.

"Did you find out where Yue Buqun is going to get the item?"

Zuo Lengchan asked again.

Lao Denuo immediately showed a look of shame, knelt on one knee, cupped his fists and said: "Disciple is incompetent and has not found out yet. Yue Buqun is very tight-lipped; only he knows where the item is hidden. He didn't even tell Lin Pingzhi."

"Hmph, and he says he isn't interested in the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual. Otherwise, why wouldn't he even tell the only descendant of the Lin family?"

Zuo Lengchan snorted coldly, then turned to look at the young man on the side, "Shi Dengda, is there any news about Qu Yang and Liu Zhengfeng?"

"Reporting to Revered Master, their whereabouts have been determined, and several Junior Martial Uncles have already set out to hunt them down."

Shi Dengda stepped out and said quickly.

He was Zuo Lengchan's eldest Disciple.

"Good, remember to leave one survivor. I want to prove that it was Yue Buqun who colluded with the Demonic Cult, which is why he favored Liu Zhengfeng."

Zuo Lengchan said indifferently.

Afterwards, Lao Denuo returned to the inn.

Upon seeing Ning Yuan, he immediately said: "Reporting to Master, Disciple went out to investigate. There is nothing unusual in Fuzhou Prefecture recently, just some Jianghu small-fry circling around here. It seems they have all heard about the Lin family's Secret Manual and want to try their Luck."

"The Fuwei Escort Agency and the Lin family mansion have long been dug three feet deep by these people, and I haven't heard of anyone finding the Secret Manual."

Lao Denuo reported respectfully.

Lin Pingzhi, who was on the side, heard these words, looked nervous, and looked at Ning Yuan.

Obviously, he was worried that the sword manual hidden by Lin Zhendong had been taken by others.

"Hmph, of course they can't find it. In that case, we will set off tomorrow."

Ning Yuan said as he looked at Lin Pingzhi, and said indifferently: "Pingzhi, those who achieve great things must first be calm. You must not show your emotions in your face when facing unexpected changes. If this little thing makes you panic, how will you face greater responsibilities in the future?"

"Disciple knows his mistake."

Lin Pingzhi bowed quickly upon hearing this.

"Alright, go back. Everyone rest well tonight."

Ning Yuan waved his hand and said indifferently.

"Yes."

Everyone then retreated.

Ning Yuan looked at Ning Zhongze, but Ning Zhongze hurriedly shook her head and left. Then, as he passed Madam Wang's room, Madam Wang also dared not accept.

Ning Yuan did not force it; 30x Comprehension Ability was enough for now.

After returning to the room, Ning Yuan began to continue comprehending sword techniques.

"It is a pity that the Five Mountains Swordplay obtained in Si Guo Cliff is not comprehensive enough, and they are all sword techniques from a hundred years ago. Now the various sects of the Five Mountains have improvements and new moves."

"However, I can improve the sword techniques of the three from Plum Manor, especially the Seven-String Formless Sword. This sword technique is truly unique. It opened my eyes and paved a new path, giving me a lot of inspiration."

Ning Yuan thought silently.

He was wondering if this sword technique could be integrated into his own sword techniques, and whether such a unique Cultivation Technique could be integrated into his own martial arts, subtly affecting the opponent's Internal Skill.

In battles between experts, victory or defeat often depends on a single moment.

Ning Yuan was thinking of bringing it back to the main world, where there are more experts. Perhaps just for a moment, it could allow him to turn defeat into victory and become his trump card.

Thinking of this, Ning Yuan was motivated.

30x Comprehension Ability allowed him to quickly analyze the principles of the Seven-String Formless Sword.

However, it would take some time to completely integrate it into his own martial arts.

But as for integrating it into sword techniques, Ning Yuan soon had an idea and began to practice.

...On the other side, Madam Wang found Lin Pingzhi.

"Mother, why are you here?"

Lin Pingzhi asked in confusion.

"Pingzhi, I came because there is something I want to discuss with you."

Madam Wang sat down, her tone serious.

Seeing Madam Wang's expression, Lin Pingzhi's face also became solemn, "Mother, if you have something to say, just tell me."

"I want to tell you that if you get the sword manual tomorrow, you must hand it over to your Master immediately."

Madam Wang said with a serious face.

"What?"

Hearing this, Lin Pingzhi was startled, then frowned, and asked in confusion: "Mother, why is this? This is clearly my Lin family's..."

"Shut up!"

Madam Wang's expression changed, and she scolded sharply, "Pingzhi, you are no longer just a member of the Lin family, but also a Huashan Disciple, a Disciple of Headmaster Yue. You must know how to respect your teacher and the Dao."

"Besides, if it weren't for Headmaster Yue, how would you have the chance to take back your family's supreme technique?"

"I asked you to hand it over to Headmaster Yue just to let you show your attitude."

"But if Master accepts it, wouldn't it..."

Lin Pingzhi looked hesitant.

After all, this was his family's supreme technique, which had attracted the attention of the Qingcheng Sect, Songshan Sect, and various forces in the Jianghu, all of whom wanted to obtain it.

To give it up like this, he was naturally unwilling.

"Headmaster Yue has high martial arts skills, why would he take a fancy to our Lin family's sword techniques?"

Madam Wang said earnestly: "And you are now a Huashan Disciple. If you perform well, you might be taught more supreme techniques in the future."

"Alright."

Lin Pingzhi was silent for a moment, then nodded, indicating his agreement.

Madam Wang breathed a sigh of relief when she heard this, stood up and said: "Pingzhi, Mother is doing this for your own good. You will understand in the future."

"I understand that Mother will not harm me. Don't worry."

Although Lin Pingzhi was somewhat reluctant, he still said this.

"It's good that you understand. Sometimes, only by giving can one go further."

Madam Wang patted Lin Pingzhi's shoulder and comforted him.

"Going out today, updated in advance!"