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Chapter 536: Starting with The Smiling, Proud Wanderer...
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Further analysis of Li Zhongren in "Tales of the Strange World"

"After escaping the artificial island, enter the Ten Mile Slope Sword Saint Mode."

"It eventually developed into the world's greatest ghost story."

He is known as the God of Dreams.

"Afterwards, it returned to its outer divine body carrying a massive amount of fortune and fell into a deep slumber."

"Begin the search for a whole new world."
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"The Smiling, Proud Wanderer".

In the shared space, there is a story about Li Zhongren who went to the world of Swordsman, but his world is heavily modified, and it seems that a demon hunter has interfered, resulting in a messy time travel.

As for mine, it's probably normal.

Of course, Li Zhongren wasn't entirely sure either.

He was reborn into this world as a boy who was nearly frozen to death. He was discovered by Yue Buqun, who was on a chivalrous journey, and taken back to Mount Hua.

Naturally, he then became Yue Buqun's disciple.

He was the ninth child in his family.

He felt that his start was pretty good.

First of all, although Yue Buqun is the final villain in the original novel.

But that's what propelled him all the way there.

In the original novel, Yue Buqun was almost sixty years old when he first appeared, but because he cultivated the Zixia Divine Skill, he looked like he was forty. You know, it is rare for a person to live to seventy. Even if it was a disguise, Yue Buqun pretended to be a gentleman for almost his entire life.

Rather than saying he was a born bad seed.

Rather, it's more accurate to say that Yue Buqun, like some sworn knights in a fantasy world, ultimately fell into evil.

After all, his greatest obsession was to revive the Huashan Sect.

Unfortunately, his talent was limited.

The eldest apprentice he was grooming as his successor turned out to be a complete scoundrel.

If Yue Buqun's lack of steadfastness in his Daoist resolve accounts for half of his downfall, then Linghu Chong is the other half.

Of course, this is not to whitewash Yue Buqun in the future. After all, no one forced you to commit evil; it was your own inability to control yourself. There are so many difficult things in this world, and not everyone has fallen into evil. Throughout history, there have been countless people with integrity.

Your downfall, in the end, simply means you're incompetent, useless, and worthless. Anything else you bring up is just a cover-up.

In the original story, he had already begun plotting the Evil-Slaying Sword Manual at the very beginning, which, in a sense, meant he was already on the verge of falling into evil.

So, as a time traveler, as a variable, if he could help his savior and pull him back, perhaps he wouldn't have fallen into evil. And Yue Buqun, who didn't fall into evil, no matter what he thought in his heart, at least in his behavior, would still be a gentleman.

As the sage said, a gentleman judges by actions, not by intentions.

So, making a living under Yue Buqun would be wonderful.

This guy is quite generous; putting everything else aside, he's even willing to pass on the Zixia Divine Skill to Linghu Chong ahead of time.

Of course, we should also mention Linghu Chong again here.

How did he deal with this father-like figure in his life?

They knew perfectly well that his wish was to revive Mount Hua.

But he kept the secret to himself and even associated with a cult.

To be honest, if he had transmigrated into Yue Buqun, he would have killed Linghu Chong first.

Naturally, it was precisely because of this that he did not get along with Linghu Chong or his fellow disciples who were close to Linghu Chong.

Today, they even had a direct fight.

Both sides suffer.

He single-handedly defeated the seven-man gang led by Linghu Chong, while his second senior brother, Lao Denuo, did not participate.

Of course, Li Zhongren hasn't had time to learn martial arts yet. These past few days he's just been practicing his breathing, nourishing his mind, eating, and taking medicine to replenish his body.

However, he was ultimately a time traveler, and he also possessed the cheat of sharing space.

In just a few days, his entire condition changed dramatically. Although he still appeared to be a thin or even emaciated person, his strength and musculature were incredibly great.

With this advantage, plus a long spear, he knocked down the other six people. In the end, Linghu Chong, relying on his superb lightness skill and swordsmanship, pulled off a real-world single-sword-to-spear duel, before being grabbed by Li Zhongren and dragged to the ground, where the two wrestled together.

Finally, Yue Buqun arrived and separated the group.

"Tell me everything."

Yue Buqun sat at the tea table, legs crossed, sipping hot tea. His gaze swept over the crowd, especially landing on Li Zhongren, where a hint of joy appeared. After only a few days of practicing the Huashan Basic Breathing Technique, Li Zhongren had defeated those six good-for-nothing disciples and even fought to a draw with his eldest disciple, Linghu Chong. Such talent filled the over-fifty-year-old Yue Buqun with joy.

After all, his greatest wish was to revive Mount Hua, but he had already done almost everything he could. Since breaking through at the age of forty-three, his Zixia Divine Skill had not improved at all.
His own disciple, Linghu Chong, was indeed a genius, but unfortunately, he was inconsistent in his efforts.
"Who made the first move?"

"Master, it was I who struck first."

Li Zhongren, kneeling there, spoke without hesitation.

"Oh? Why did you attack?"

Yue Buqun looked at Li Zhongren.

"When I joined the sect, I remember telling you that one of the rules of the Huashan Sect is that we must not fight among ourselves."

"Master, I accept the punishment, but I'll beat these bastards up!"

"Pfft~~"

Yue Buqun spat out a mouthful of tea. He, who was talking to himself as a gentleman, almost choked when he heard the vulgar language.

"You, you, speak properly to me, and don't use those foul words."

"Oh, Master is determined to revitalize Mount Hua, but your disciples, especially this Linghu Chong, spend their days drinking and grilling meat with them, and don't practice their skills at all. I said a few words to them, and they even turned around and attacked me, so I gave them a lesson."

"call"

Linghu Chong was about to retort, but all he could manage was a burp.

Immediately, the room was filled with the sour smell of alcohol.
A burp is worth a thousand words.

Yue Buqun sighed and placed the teacup on the table.

“As the senior student, you failed to take the lead in studying diligently, which is a mistake.”

"As the senior brother, you can't beat the junior brother, that's your second mistake."

"You, as senior brothers, together cannot defeat your junior brother; this is three mistakes."

"All of you, go to the Cliff of Repentance and don't come down the mountain for a month!!"

"Furthermore, in a month, I will check your internal energy cultivation techniques. If you've made no progress, hmph..."

"Lauderno".

"The disciple is here."

"You are responsible for delivering their meals and supervising them. If anyone dares to slack off, I allow you to punish them."

"Yes, Master." Laudenuo cupped his hands in greeting, glancing at Li Zhongren beside him, but after thinking for a moment, he said nothing.

He knew he was an undercover agent, and that saying certain things could easily arouse suspicion. However, he was determined to find an opportunity to tell the sect leader about the genius that the Huashan Sect had produced. Unfortunately, he wouldn't have that chance this month.
Watching Laudenuo lead his disciples down, Yue Buqun gave him a deep look.

He naturally knew that Laudenau had a problem.

I knew it from the very first day I arrived.

The wonder of his Purple Cloud Divine Skill was beyond the comprehension of those barbarians from Mount Song.

However, by remaining inactive, he managed to secure Zuo Lengchan's position.

But today
He was amazed by his young apprentice; such a genius—this matter must be kept secret, at least until he grows up.

That's why he sent this group of people to the Cliff of Repentance.

That is a solitary peak of Mount Hua, towering into the clouds, surrounded by sheer cliffs.

Once you're up there, don't even think about tipping anyone off.

He will spend the next month carefully considering how to resolve this matter. If there is no solution, then he will have no choice but to eliminate Laudenau.

"Well, he was just too old and accidentally fell off the cliff."

Whether Zuo Lengchan believed it or not, he believed it nonetheless.

"Zhongren."

"Master, your disciple is here."

“I appreciate your intentions, but this is not how fellow disciples should behave. Do you know you are wrong?”

"I am right."

Li Zhongren stiffened his neck and stared at Yue Buqun.

“Master, you saved my life and taught me your skills. I have been observing you all this time.”

"I?"

"Yes, Master, you are under a lot of pressure. You have always wanted to revitalize Huashan. It can be said that the Huashan Sect today is the result of your efforts and that of your mistress. But what about your disciples? Especially this Linghu Chong, who enjoys the best resources but does nothing of substance. You clearly said on the first day you entered the sect that our Huashan Sect uses Qi to control the sword, but Linghu Chong has not mastered the inner cultivation method. His swordsmanship is quite good, though. He has not taken your teachings to heart at all."

"Sigh, me too. I'm too soft-hearted."

Yue Buqun blinked. Linghu Chong was like a son to him, and his swordsmanship talent was indeed amazing, so he had never really paid much attention to him.

“Master, a sect cannot be revitalized by one person alone. You and your wife have been carrying a heavy burden. We disciples should grow up quickly under your protection so that we can share the burden with you in the future.”

"Putting everything else aside, Master, you and your wife have spent most of your time these past years upholding justice and maintaining the reputation of Mount Hua. This is a good thing, but it has also greatly delayed your cultivation, hasn't it?"

"This"

Yue Buqun was stunned, as if a new world had suddenly been opened up for him.

"But if your disciples have all grown up, you can leave these things to us. You two should use the precious time on the mountain to study advanced skills. The stronger you two are, the better Mount Hua will be."

"That's what I was thinking, and that's why I'm so angry at these guys who drink and eat meat every day."

"OK OK."

Yue Buqun pulled up Li Zhongren, who was only twelve years old, reached out and rubbed his head, his gaze softening considerably as he looked at Li Zhongren.

It was worth it for him to save this child. Putting aside his talent, his sincerity alone moved him to tears. In fact, after all these years, spending so much money and bearing so much pressure, he felt like a punctured ball in front of his youngest apprentice.

It seemed as if a huge amount of pressure had been released.

This is a kind of recognition and understanding that comes from the core.

Moreover, Yue Buqun was even more surprised to find that his cultivation level, which had been stuck for so long, had actually loosened considerably.
"This"

Yue Buqun remained outwardly calm, but inwardly he was in turmoil.

If it weren't for his decades of self-cultivation, he really wouldn't have been able to control his emotions.

"I see."

After a long while, Yue Buqun sighed.

"So that's how it is. Taoism, governing through non-action, purple clouds, morning clouds, sunrise and sunset, endless cycle."

"Take your time and remain calm; this is the core of cultivating the Purple Cloud Divine Skill. Today's sunset is tomorrow's sunrise."

"Heh, I, Yue Buqun, have cultivated diligently for many years, only to have my secret revealed by the first child."

Thinking of this, he suppressed the stirring of the Purple Cloud True Qi.

He began cultivating the Purple Cloud Divine Skill at the age of seventeen during the sword qi dispute, and is now forty-nine years old.

He cultivated for a full thirty-two years.

Even though he spent a considerable amount of time doing chivalrous deeds, what his disciple didn't know was that the Zixia Divine Skill could be used whether he was walking, sitting, or lying down. Therefore, he didn't actually waste too much time.

At most, it can't compare to meditation in terms of concentration.

Even so, he only cultivated to the fourth level, with a protective glow around his body.

There always seems to be an insurmountable chasm between the perfected Purple Cloud Divine Skill and the arrival of purple energy from the east.

But now, thanks to his young apprentice's words, he has suddenly realized the truth.

He can enter the realm of "Purple Qi Coming from the East" at any time, as long as he is willing.

This is a completely new and most important realm for the Purple Cloud Divine Skill, even more important than the sixth and final level of perfection.

Because the "Purple Qi Comes from the East" skill compensates for the biggest drawback of the Purple Cloud Divine Skill, which focuses on defense, attrition, and endurance but lacks explosive power. In some situations, such as group battles, it is also at a disadvantage. After all, it is better to break one finger than to injure all ten.

Once he reaches that level, even Zuo Lengchan will no longer be a threat to him.

Even if Zuo Lengchan went all out, he might not be able to withstand the sudden burst of his accumulated Zixia True Qi over the past thirty years!
And, more importantly.

Once he reached the fifth or sixth level, the water would overflow and the project would be completed naturally. He was confident that he could achieve it in three to five years, or even in one or two years if he had rare and precious materials.

Because, in essence, the sixth level is to build a solid foundation for the fifth level. After all, unleashing a massive amount of true qi in an instant is a huge burden on one's meridians. The sixth level is actually about making the overall technique perfect and free, which means working on control and the strength of the meridians.

Once mastered, the released purple energy can be instantly and massively recycled, and it can also assimilate other different types of true energy into purple energy, achieving endless vitality!
Of course, he had already realized that the Purple Cloud Divine Skill couldn't be rushed; the more anxious you were, the slower it would become.

Therefore, he simply let things take their natural course regarding the sixth level.

"call"

As Yue Buqun slowly exhaled, he looked at Li Zhongren again, his joy beyond words.

Because he knew all too well that without his little apprentice's words, he might have gone down a crooked path that he himself dared not even imagine.

After all, Zuo Lengchan's actions have become increasingly significant in recent years.

His pressure was also increasing.

He had even secretly considered that the Evil-Repelling Sword Manual in Fujian might be a good choice, but he was only forty-nine years old and there was no need for him to do so yet. What if he waited until he was fifty-nine?

Yue Buqun knew himself well; he was likely to give up some things for the sake of reviving Mount Hua.
(End of this chapter)