Under One Person: My Inner Realm Connects to All Worlds!

Chapter 19 Eloquent Words
Upon hearing this, Xiao Xiao's eyes flashed with surprise, then he chuckled and said, "This friend is quite straightforward, but the kung fu of Deyun Society is not something that can be learned casually."

He tapped his fingers lightly on the table and said, "Since you can tell that we are using extraordinary methods, you must be no ordinary person. May I ask where you learned your skills?"

Han Yun smiled but did not answer. He simply raised his hand in a gesture of invitation and said with a smile, "Why don't you let me first witness the eloquence of the Deyun Society?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Xiao suddenly opened his mouth and spat out a white ribbon of Qi that shot out and swirled in the teacup between the two of them. The innate Qi lifted the tea, making it truly bloom like a lotus flower.

The petals unfold layer by layer, each containing subtle changes in the flow of Qi.

"Great!" Han Yun exclaimed sincerely.

"The Deyun Society's mastery and ingenuity in manipulating Qi are truly unparalleled!"

Xiao Xiao shook his head and said, "I am nothing special. There was once a senior who could utter nine lotus flowers from his mouth above the lotus pond. The lotus buds were as big as lotus basins, shimmering with water, and filled with dew that would not dissipate for a long time. That person was the real master."

Don't underestimate the simplicity of "spitting out lotus flowers"; it's actually a method used by the Deyun Society to train the control of innate Qi. When combined with breathing techniques, it can also temper the internal organs and cultivate one's inner self.

Xiao Xiao's specialty is exhaling, a skill created by Zheng Lun and Chen Qi, who were known as the "Hum and Ha" generals in ancient times. It can temporarily blast a person's soul out of their body, or even directly cause the soul to temporarily dissipate.

Ultimately, it is based on breathing. How to exhale that breath further and with greater force is the foundation of this "lotus flower" technique.

The same was true of the performance "Hundred Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix" that Han Yun had seen before. The sound came from the chest and came from the heart, which produced the earth-shattering sound of the phoenix.

Crosstalk is an art form based on vocal expression. In ancient times, it was impossible to have a teahouse as a stage. Most of the time, it was performed in lively places outside, such as Tianqiao.

The place was bustling with people coming and going, and filled with noise.

How to attract more people and how to accurately deliver the voice to others' ears has become a subject of study for crosstalk.

There are also Taiping lyrics, tongue twisters, etc., which are actually methods of breath transformation. Taiping lyrics have a melodious tune, and tongue twisters are continuous. In one breath, the breath changes countless times.

Why are speaking, learning, teasing, and singing the four basic skills of crosstalk? It's because they contain the fundamental elements of crosstalk's inheritance. Although it's said that one makes a living by speaking, what one actually practices is breathing and energy management.

Just then, the door to the quiet room was suddenly pushed open, and a short, stout middle-aged man in a black coat walked in. He had a heart-shaped hairstyle and looked very pleasing, with a pair of bright eyes under his eyebrows.

"Master."

Xiao Xiao quickly stood up and bowed, then explained Han Yun's purpose for coming.

The middle-aged man waved his hand, his gaze falling on Han Yun. Especially when he saw Han Yun's youthful face, his heart stirred, and he clasped his hands in a fist salute.

"My friend, I heard you want to learn the kung fu from Deyun Society?"

Han Yun stood up and bowed respectfully, saying, "I have long admired Master Guo's reputation. I am interested in learning from various schools of art. Master Guo is upright and virtuous, which is why I dare to come and trouble you. I hope you will be kind enough to give me your guidance."

Master Guo smiled slightly, a hint of appreciation flashing in his eyes: "Alright, since my friend is so kind, why don't we move to the backyard for a chat? Although Deyun Society is known for its crosstalk, our skills are also passed down from our ancestors, and we dare not be negligent."

He turned to the side and gestured "please." Han Yun nodded in acknowledgment and followed him out of the quiet room. They passed through several corridors and arrived at a spacious courtyard.

The courtyard is paved with blue bricks, surrounded by several old locust trees with stone tables and benches under them. The most eye-catching feature is a flat training ground in the center of the courtyard. More than ten disciples are practicing their skills there. Some are practicing standing meditation and regulating their breathing, some are practicing breathing exercises, and a few are "spitting out lotus flowers" in front of a water vat. White steam swirls on the water, and the illusory image of lotus flowers appears and disappears.

Another group of disciples were practicing "rapid-fire delivery," speaking at an extremely fast pace yet with each word clear and their breath long and continuous, clearly honing their breathing techniques.

Han Yun looked around, his gaze landing on the group of disciples practicing their eloquent speech. He smiled and said, "A true master's teaching can be conveyed in a single sentence, while false teachings fill countless volumes. I wonder if Master Guo could first let me witness the true skills of the Deyun Society?"

Master Guo laughed heartily and patted his belly: "Alright! Then I, Guo, will make a fool of myself."

After saying that, he took a deep breath, his chest slightly bulging, and then opened his mouth and spat out a tongue that seemed to thunder.

"Buzz!"

A concentrated burst of Qi burst forth, like the sound of the Awakening of Insects. It transformed into a crane soaring high in mid-air, its cry clear and melodious. After circling once, it swooped down and gently touched the water vat in the center of the training ground.

"Splash—"

The water surface rippled, and in an instant, nine crystal-clear lotus flowers bloomed, each one lifelike, with dewdrops even visible rolling on the petals, lingering for a long time.

Upon seeing this, the disciples cheered, "Master is amazing!"

A glint flashed in Han Yun's eyes, and he exclaimed in admiration, "What a magnificent Nine Lotus Rebirth! Master Guo's breath is incredibly agile and truly extraordinary."

Master Guo waved his hand and said modestly, "It's just a trivial skill. No matter how you look at it, it's just a way to make a living. Since you can see the trick, you must have some special skills. Why don't you show me your skills and let me broaden my horizons?"

Hearing that the other party was testing him, Han Yun smiled slightly and did not refuse. He simply raised his right hand and loosely clenched his fist.

"Shh!"

A gentle breeze suddenly swept through the courtyard, and one of the lotus flowers in the water vat was plucked as if it had been picked, perfectly intact, and placed in Han Yun's palm, while the other eight lotus flowers remained motionless.

Han Yun pointed the water lily at the stone wall beside him and said with a smile, "Master Guo, please take a look!"

Immediately, Han Yun unleashed his inner energy, condensing his primordial Qi. In an instant, the water lily transformed into countless water needles, shooting out densely and powerfully, carving a line of large, elegant characters onto the stone wall:

"A gathering of outstanding talents, possessing both moral integrity and artistic skill!"

Every stroke is deeply incisive, yet perfectly rounded and harmonious, devoid of any harshness, instead exuding a sense of balance and tranquility.

Master Guo's pupils contracted slightly, and he was secretly shocked: "Such exquisite control of true qi, such powerful palm skills. This person is so young, yet he has such attainments."

He pondered for a moment, then suddenly laughed loudly, "Excellent! What a virtuous and talented man, a gathering of outstanding individuals! I admire your skill!"

Han Yun stopped and stood up, smiling and cupping his hands in greeting: "Master, you flatter me. It's just a trivial skill, not worth mentioning."

Master Guo shook his head and said seriously, "You don't need to be modest. Your skills have achieved a perfect balance of strength and gentleness, which is beyond the reach of ordinary people. Although Deyun Society is based on crosstalk, we also respect true talent and learning."

(End of this chapter)