6: Chapter 6: You Don't Believe the Truth

Su Rui only released a trace of his aura, yet it made them feel as if they had fallen into an ice cellar, unable to bear it.

This time, not only did they gain nothing, but they also suffered losses in manpower and resources; those spies would naturally face punishment upon returning.

Everyone speculated: who on earth was the master of this inconspicuous martial arts hall?

They had also spent the night investigating Su Rui's past.

The former master of this martial arts hall, which only bore the two characters "Martial Arts Hall" on its sign, was an elderly man.

His identity, strength, and background were all unknown; they only knew he had lived in Snow Moon City for many years.

According to those in the know, this martial arts hall seemed to have existed since ancient times and had never disappeared.

Over a month ago, that old man suddenly disappeared without a trace, and this young man quietly appeared to take over the hall.

However, over the past month, he had never attracted any attention.

He was like an ordinary commoner, often leaving the hall to eat and occasionally heading to the market to buy ingredients.

At most, he would order a few small dishes alone at a small restaurant near the martial arts hall and sip his drink slowly.

No matter how one looked at it, he was completely ordinary.

Yet, precisely because he was too "normal," it seemed extremely unusual.

Because no one knew anything about this young man's past.

It was as if he had appeared out of thin air.

Now, trying to investigate further was no longer an easy task.

After all, Sikong Changfeng's daughter had already become his Disciple.

If they offended Snow Moon City because of this, their days in the city would likely become difficult.

After weighing the pros and cons, the various factions could only remain still for the time being.

Inside the small courtyard of the martial arts hall.

Although Su Rui had imparted the essence of various Martial Skills and the insights of his Seniors to his three Disciples, unlike his own comprehension, they still needed to practice diligently to truly master these martial arts essentials.

While Martial Skills were important, one's Foundation and cultivation could not be ignored either.

The two were interdependent; only then could one climb to the higher Peaks of the Dao of martial arts.

Su Rui explained it in detail to the three, and their eyes sparkled as they listened.

No one had ever taught them such lofty martial arts concepts before.

"Teacher, you are so knowledgeable; have you already surpassed the Carefree Heaven Realm?" Sikong Qianluo couldn't help but ask.

Mu Liangyue was shocked and quickly leaned in to listen.

"Your teacher here is currently only at the Ninth Grade Realm; I haven't even entered the Vajra Mortal Realm yet!" Su Rui said with a smile, telling the truth.

Sikong Qianluo: ... Mu Liangyue: ...

Li Hanyi, standing to the side, suppressed the urge to roll her eyes.

"Teacher, you're lying! If a Ninth Grade could be as powerful as you, then why would anyone bother cultivating the four higher Realms?" Sikong Qianluo naturally didn't believe him, shaking her head like a rattle-drum.

"See, I tell you the truth, yet you don't believe me!" Su Rui looked at the three girls' reactions, put on a serious expression, and began to supervise their training.

Li Hanyi was the most worry-free; she executed every instruction meticulously.

As for Mu Liangyue, her thoughts were slightly complicated, but Su Rui understood her temperament and was not surprised.

It was Sikong Qianluo who, despite practicing seriously at first, began to lose focus after an hour.

"Teacher, it's too tiring. Let's take a break, and Qianluo will pound your back for you!" Sikong Qianluo looked at the stern-faced Su Rui, her small face scrunched up.

Su Rui heard this, and the corners of his mouth lifted slightly.

Sikong Qianluo mistakenly thought her teacher had agreed; just as she was about to put down her spear, she saw Su Rui wave his hand casually.

A thin branch from the peach tree in the courtyard fell at the sound and landed in Su Rui's palm.

"Hands!" Su Rui said in a deep voice, before Sikong Qianluo could even react.

Mu Liangyue watched from the side, dumbfounded.

"And you, focus on your training. Reach out your hand!"

Mu Liangyue dragged her feet as she walked forward and slowly extended her hand.

...

"Smack!"

"Ouch!"

Mu Liangyue's right hand was lightly struck by the branch, and she subconsciously covered her mouth with her left hand.

Su Rui's expression remained unchanged as he struck twice more.

Her right palm turned slightly red.

"Three strikes, let this be a warning!" Su Rui said firmly.

"Yes, Teacher!" Mu Liangyue withdrew her hand and stepped aside.

From then on, she was indeed much more focused.

Su Rui's gaze fell back onto Sikong Qianluo.

At this moment, Sikong Qianluo was staring at the branch in Su Rui's hand.

Su Rui gently shook the branch, and her eyes followed its movement.

"Ahem!" Su Rui coughed lightly.

Sikong Qianluo snapped back to reality and looked up at Su Rui.

"You said you were tired just now?" Su Rui asked with a cryptic smile.

"It wasn't me! Qianluo will go practice the spear right now!" She said, about to slip away, but was grabbed by the collar by Su Rui and pulled back.

"Hands!"

Sikong Qianluo pouted and extended her hand.

"Teacher, be gentle!" As she spoke, she quietly mobilized her Internal Energy to protect her palm.

But how could such a small trick escape Su Rui?

The corners of his mouth lifted slightly, and the branch struck three times in an instant.

Her palm, wrapped in Internal Energy, actually hurt even more.

"Are you still tired now?"

"Not tired, not tired!" Sikong Qianluo scurried back, grabbed her long spear, and began practicing with great vigor.

Su Rui nodded in satisfaction and turned to look at Li Hanyi.

"Teacher, I have always been very diligent!" Li Hanyi's expression changed slightly, and she blurted out subconsciously.

"..." Su Rui was momentarily speechless. Am I the kind of person who punishes Disciples at will?

"Focus on your training. Rest in half an hour." After saying this, Su Rui stood up and walked out with his hands behind his back.

Even though he was not in front of them, the three dared not slack off in the slightest.

When the sky began to darken, Su Rui's voice reached their ears: "Training is over. Come over to eat."

Upon hearing this, Li Hanyi's eyes brightened. Her figure turned into a blur as she dashed in the direction the voice came from.

Looking at the table full of fragrant dishes, she couldn't help but swallow her saliva.

"Teacher, did you make all of these?" she asked with shining eyes.

"Mhm. The food at the restaurants is too expensive. You also know that my martial arts hall only has this much income. Cooking for myself saves some money!"

"..." Li Hanyi and the two following behind her were speechless after hearing Su Rui's words.

A master like Teacher would be short on money? It was simply absurd.

"Alright, wash your hands and taste your master's cooking!" Su Rui smiled benevolently.

"Yes!" The three figures flashed by. After washing their hands, Li Hanyi was the first to run back.

As soon as she sat down, she picked up a chopstick of food to taste it, and her eyes lit up immediately.

She didn't expect that not only was her teacher profound in martial arts, but his culinary skills were also so stunning.

After tasting it, Sikong Qianluo and Mu Liangyue also revealed expressions of surprise.

"Teacher, your cooking is amazing! It's even better than the best chefs in Snow Moon City!"

"Stop flattering me. Eat!" Su Rui waved his hand helplessly.

After the meal, Li Hanyi and Mu Liangyue vied to wash the dishes, and Sikong Qianluo also joined in to help.

Su Rui brewed a cup of hot tea and sipped it slowly.

When the three girls returned, he glanced at Mu Liangyue and Sikong Qianluo.

"I know you two have to go back. Come on time tomorrow morning. Whoever is late, I will personally go to your doorstep and drag you here!"

"Yes!" Mu Liangyue looked at the handsome and extraordinary face before her, which was about the same age as her own, and couldn't bring herself to argue.

Her heart was actually a bit chaotic.

After all, it seemed that her teacher had long known she came from the Dark River.

As for Sikong Qianluo, she didn't have so many thoughts.

"Understood, Teacher. I'll definitely be here early tomorrow morning. My father doesn't allow me to stay away from home at night!"

"Mhm, go ahead."

After leaving the martial arts hall, Mu Liangyue used her Lightness Skill and headed straight for the Dark River's stronghold in Snow Moon City.

Just as she landed, a charming voice came from nearby.

"I thought you had been bewitched by that Martial Arts Hall Master and didn't plan on coming back? I heard that the hall master is extremely handsome and makes anyone who sees him fall for him?"

Mu Liangyue turned her head toward the source of the voice, her expression slightly cold.

"When facing a powerhouse, it is best for you to show some respect. Teacher... the Martial Arts Hall Master's strength is unfathomable. Even his Disciple would only need two sword strikes to deal with you!"

"Oh my, you've only followed him for a day, and our little girl from the Mu Family is already planning to switch allegiances?" Su Hongxi covered her mouth and chuckled.

"Exactly. It's fine if you're weak, but don't drag us down with you. Don't say you're one of our Dark River people in the future, lest you embarrass us!"

Mu Liangyue's eyes turned cold.

"Butterfly Dream Formation!"

In the Dark River, strength was respected above all else.

These two kept mocking her, so she would use her strength to make them shut up.

...

The Butterfly Dream Formation unfolded, surrounding Su Hongxi and Su Ziyi.

Illusions appeared, but they were not panicked.

Although this move was strong, as fellow members of the Dark River, they knew the weaknesses of the Butterfly Dream Formation better than anyone.

The greatest flaw was Mu Liangyue herself.

"Attack!"

Su Hongxi's eyes turned cold, her sleeves moved, and a palm wind suddenly arose.

Bang! She was overjoyed, thinking she had hit her target.

Immediately after, she heard a familiar cry of pain.

"Ouch!"

Mu Liangyue withdrew the illusion, and only then did Su Hongxi see Su Ziyi clutching her chest, standing in place with an ugly expression.

"Ziyi, I didn't mean to!" Su Hongxi said with a panicked expression.

Fortunately, both of them had held back during their exchange.

Although that palm strike caused her pain, it was not serious.

It was just that the location was a bit awkward.

"You two from the Su Family, why bother killing each other?" Mu Liangyue said calmly.

"This Butterfly Dream Formation is not right!" Su Ziyi stared at her, her tone gloomy.

"It is indeed different, but so what?"

Combined with the Fire Charm Technique, the Butterfly Dream Formation had already enhanced her combat power.

Even though the Fire Charm Technique had not yet reached Major Achievement, she already had enough confidence to suppress this pair of sisters.

Looking at the two shocked members of the Su Family, Mu Liangyue also felt relieved.

She pushed past the two and walked into the room.

"The leader is not here." Su Ziyi said.

"I know."

Mu Liangyue took out paper and a pen, prepared to write an intelligence report, but paused slightly when she began to write.

She instinctively hid part of the content.

Regarding how Su Rui transmitted his cultivation with his finger and tapped her between the eyebrows, she didn't mention a word...