Arhats Subduing Demons: Starting with The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber

Chapter 24: A proud dragon has regrets
"King Yin Ye!"

Wang Xiaotian wanted to get what he wanted from Chang Kong, so he spoke in a way that would pique Chang Kong's curiosity and make him feel grateful.

Seeing his smile, which seemed to indicate he had everything under control, I was afraid that if I kept him in suspense any longer, it would backfire. So I quickly continued, "Since Yin Susu died, Yin Baimei has given him all the power. People in the martial arts world say that his martial arts skills have surpassed his father's and that he has the same style as his father!"

Chang Kong sneered, "You believe that? This is just a publicity stunt."

Wang Xiaotian said with a smile, "I don't believe that either, but there's one thing you need to be careful about. Do you know Yu Daiyan?"

Chang Kong nodded slightly: "How could the Three Heroes of Wudang, Yu, not know?"

Wang Xiaotian said, "The three heroes of Yu are heroic and chivalrous, but now they are crippled. It is said in the martial arts world that the Shaolin Temple used the 'Vajra Finger' technique to kill them. Brother Yun must know this."

Chang Kong hummed in agreement. He knew these were men from the Vajra Sect of the Western Regions, but there was no need to say anything more.

Then Wang Xiaotian said, "But the real culprit is Yin Yewang. I overheard a Wudang disciple say that back then, when Yu Sanxia was on the Qiantang River, Yin Yewang and Yin Susu rammed his small boat with their large boat, forcing him to board. Yin Yewang deliberately talked to him to lure him forward, and then Yin Susu secretly used a 'mosquito needle' to ambush him."
Yin Yewang concealed a 'Seven Star Nail' in his palm, which lured him into striking with his own. Yu Sanxia was then poisoned. Yin Yewang said that as long as you give me the Dragon Slayer Saber, I will give you the antidote and let you cross the river.

We martial arts people believe in keeping our word, and even those in the underworld would not go back on their word. Yu Sanxia had no suspicions and gave him the Dragon-Slaying Saber in exchange for the antidote.

Who knew that Yin Yewang would break his promise and make sarcastic remarks, refusing to give him the antidote. Yin Susu handed over Yu Sanxia, ​​who was unable to move or speak, to the Longmen Escort Agency for escort. How could they have gotten to the foot of Wudang Mountain? Yu Sanxia knew that the people who received him from the Longmen Escort Agency were not his fellow disciples, but he was also unable to speak because he was poisoned. The Longmen Escort Agency was deceived, and Yu Sanxia was unable to resist.

Imagine, if Yin Yewang had given Yu Sanxia the antidote, even just a single word could have changed the fate of Yu Sanxia and the more than seventy people from the Longmen Escort Agency. If this rumor is true, how vicious must that old bastard Yin Yewang be? What a terrible sin he must have committed!

Chang Kong's expression turned grim, and he slowly said, "This is not a rumor, but the truth!"

Wang Xiaotian clapped his hands and said, "Yes, I think it's true too. Originally, when Zhang Cuishan and his wife committed suicide on Wudang Mountain, the various martial arts sects were afraid that the Wudang sect would seek revenge, but later they learned the truth."

It turns out that Zhang Cuishan committed suicide because he learned that the enemies who killed his third brother were his wife and brother-in-law. He couldn't bring himself to harm his wife, so he committed suicide out of shame and indignation. It was not about the various martial arts sects interrogating Xie Xun or the bloody incident at Longmen Escort Agency.

Zhang Cuishan's son was on Wudang Mountain. Yin Baimei sent people to see his grandson, but the Wudang Sect refused to allow them to see him. Later, Mo Qixia directly drove the people from the Tianying Sect down the mountain. For the Wudang Sect, known for its benevolence and chivalry, to commit such a disrespectful act clearly meant the rumors were true. The entire Wudang Sect held this grudge against the Tianying Sect.

Originally, Yu Daiyan, a tough man, never mentioned his injury, and Zhang Sanfeng and his fellow disciples dared not inquire about it in front of him, lest they upset or embarrass him. Later, when he went to Wudang Mountain with Yin Susu, all the mysteries were revealed, including the Longmen Escort Agency massacre and how Yu Daiyan was poisoned and injured, requiring an escort agency to return to Wudang.

Everyone initially believed that the massacre at Longmen Escort Agency was the work of Zhang Cuishan. Shaolin Temple and several of the largest escort agencies in the world were demanding an explanation from the Wudang Sect. However, it turned out that the person who massacred the elderly, women, and children, and who plotted against Yu Daiyan and poisoned him, was actually from the Tianying Sect.

Yu Daiyan was initially grateful to Yin Susu, the person who entrusted him with the shipment, and wanted to repay her in the future. Little did he know that this woman was the culprit who had harmed him with the "mosquito whisker needle." It was as if he had mistaken a demon for a bodhisattva. She had also become the wife of his fifth brother, causing his fifth brother to commit suicide. He deeply regretted revealing this secret and became even more depressed. Therefore, the Wudang Sect, from Zhang Sanfeng down, deeply hated the Tianying Sect.

Yin Susu, Zhang Cuishan's wife, even though she gave birth to Zhang Wuji, was not recognized by anyone in Wudang, and even Zhang Wuji himself felt this very clearly.

It was clear that in their grief, they harbored resentment and anger towards their mother. They felt that their father had been good in every way in his life, except for marrying the wrong mother, which led to their disgrace and brought shame and humiliation to Wudang.

Therefore, this view spread throughout the martial arts world. Everyone said that Zhang Cuishan, a chivalrous and virtuous disciple, was misled by beauty and befriended a murderous maniac.

Chang Kong slowly said, "Brother Wang, you are truly insightful. The culprit behind this is indeed Yin Yewang. If he had kept his word and taken the Dragon-Slaying Saber and given Yu Sanxia the antidote, this tragedy would not have occurred. How could he have caused so many lives to be lost? This man's evil is beyond redemption even if he dies a hundred times!"

Wang Xiaotian sighed and said, "Yes, my master has always been resentful about this matter. It's a pity that someone as great as Yu Sanxia was ruined by this scoundrel!"

However, Yin Yewang is a treacherous and shameless scoundrel, yet rumors circulate that he resembles his father, which can be misleading. If one isn't careful, wouldn't they be deceived by this reputation and fall into his trap? His vicious method of concealing poisoned needles in his palm is impossible to guard against!

Chang Kong thought to himself, "That's for sure! Zuo Lengchan and Ma Yu both paid the price for this." He nodded, "Brother Wang is right, thank you for reminding me."

Wang Xiaotian said cheerfully, "You're too kind. I can't help you much with martial arts, but I can do my best to assist you."

Chang Kong waved his hand and said, "Brother Wang, how can you accept such a statement? Your gang's 'Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms' is a martial arts masterpiece. Elder Hong and Hero Guo rely on it to dominate the martial arts world and find it difficult to find an opponent. You are the direct disciple of Chief Shi, so you should be honored to receive this merit. Wouldn't that be too self-deprecating?"

Wang Xiaotian stared at him, speechless for a moment.

Chang Kong smiled slightly and said, "Brother Wang, we're familiar with each other now, and we'll be traveling to Jiangnan together. Could you show me your Dragon Subduing Palm technique?"

If we're talking about the most famous martial art of the Metal element, it has to be the "Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms," because those who use it to make a name for themselves are all admired heroes and valiant men, and Chang Kong naturally wants to see it for himself.

Wang Xiaotian sighed and said with a bitter expression, "To be honest, I only know one of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms. If I don't use it, how can I prove my identity? It's inevitable that Brother Yun will misunderstand me."

But if I were to unleash it, not only would I utterly disgrace Chief Hong and Hero Guo, but even my master would curse me as an unworthy disciple.

Chang Kong shook his head and said, "This is not a martial arts competition between us, there is no winner or loser. I just want to learn from your palm technique and appreciate your demeanor. You and I know this, so what are you afraid of?"

Chang Kong wanted to confirm Wang Xiaotian's identity, since he couldn't just accept whatever Wang Xiaotian said, and he also wanted to experience the power of the "Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms".

Wang Xiaotian let out a breath and looked around: "Then let's find a secluded place!"

"it is good!"

The two arrived at a secluded spot in the mountains, where no one else was around.

Wang Xiaotian said, "Brother Yun, be careful not to hurt me."

Chang Kong laughed and said, "Go ahead and hit me, I won't fight back."

Xiaotian exclaimed in surprise, "How can that be? My palm strike wasn't quite right, Master said..."

Chang Kong said, "If I can't hold on, do you think there's any point in going to Jiangnan?"

Although these words were rude, Wang Xiaotian felt that they were indeed true. He couldn't even withstand a single palm strike from him, so going to Jiangnan would be tantamount to courting death. He immediately said, "Then be careful!"

He lowered his hips and sat on the horse, his left palm circled, and his right palm flipped over, then with a "whoosh," he pushed forward with a swift thrust.

This is the move "The Dragon Regrets" from the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms.

Chang Kong saw that his force was strong and his palm strikes were powerful, making him no ordinary opponent. However, he stood there motionless, like a jade tree standing in the wind.
The two were not far apart to begin with. Wang Xiaotian's palm strike was as swift as the wind, and in the blink of an eye, his palm had already imprinted itself on Chang Kong's chest.

With a straightening motion, Wang Xiaotian channeled his energy into his chest and abdomen. With a loud pop, he knew that his palm strike could easily shatter stone tablets and split rocks. However, his palm strike felt as if he had struck a wad of drifting cotton wool, so light and soft.

In a flash, he realized that Chang Kong's internal strength was truly unbelievable.

So he was overjoyed.

Chang Kong took the blow and felt that although it was powerful and fierce, it was nothing special. He tried to sense the flow of the opponent's palm force, but he couldn't get the hang of it.

The "Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms" are simple in form, but their brilliance lies entirely in the application of force. "The Dragon Regrets" is essentially the general outline of the palm techniques; once you grasp this one, all other palm techniques become easy.

Shi Huolong himself didn't fully understand the intricacies of it, let alone Wang Xiaotian. Seeing that his disciple couldn't master this palm technique, Shi Huolong stopped teaching him anything else. It was pointless; he might end up like himself.

It would be too much of a pipe dream for Chang Kong to expect to learn anything from this half-baked Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms.

Once Chang Kong understood, he unleashed his true energy, and Wang Xiaotian felt a surge of heat enter his palm. His grip loosened, and he immediately retreated more than ten feet away.

Chang Kong's "Arhat Subduing Demon Divine Skill" combines yin and yang, being as hard as iron and as soft as still water. This startled Wang Xiaotian, who stared at Chang Kong and blurted out, "Are you... alright?"

Chang Kong laughed and said, "Very good, the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms live up to its name, but you still need to work on it!"

Wang Xiaotian spread his hands and said nonchalantly, "Obviously, I'm not cut out for this. Even my master has given up on me."

"Ha ha……"

"Brother Yun, in my opinion, you are not as good as Master Zhang now, but you will definitely surpass him in the future." "You wouldn't dare to talk nonsense!"

"You say Master Zhang is quite composed, only preventing the people of the Eagle Sect from coming to Wudang to see their grand-disciples and that's it? Damn it, two of his disciples died and one was injured, and he can still swallow this anger? If I had his martial arts skills, I would definitely take up my sword and destroy the Eagle Sect!"

Chang Kong smiled and said, "This is the humility of Master Zhang, a model for us all!"

Wang Xiaotian laughed and said, "We martial artists would be unworthy of being human if we didn't avenge our grudges. I think he's getting more and more timid as he gets older!"

"Ha ha……"

Both of them were intelligent, and they tacitly refrained from discussing martial arts further!

Chang Kong doesn't ask how the "Regretful Dragon" move is generated!

Wang Xiaotian didn't even ask what kind of internal energy Chang Kong practiced, and instead made fun of Zhang Sanfeng!

The two young men chatted and joked all the way, occasionally discussing martial arts figures. Wang Xiaotian had followed Shi Huolong to treat his illness and traveled all over the world. He knew the secret marks, rules and taboos of various sects and gangs in the martial arts world like the back of his hand.

Whether it was due to his inherent boldness or something else, Wang Xiaotian claimed that the Kunlun Sect had a "Supreme Leader" who was none other than He Taichong's wife.

Chang Kong said he was "henpecked," and Wang Xiaotian nodded repeatedly, finding it apt. He added that when Abbess Miejue of the Emei Sect was young, she was a famous beauty in the martial arts world, and he felt that even his master had been moved by her. Chang Kong had certainly broadened his horizons; he even knew such gossip.
Could it be that Shi Huolong practiced the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms so diligently in order to pursue Abbess Miejue? And in the end, he became paralyzed, which is why he married the "treasure of the family".

One of them possessed extraordinary skills, while the other had the backing of the world's number one gang. Both were uninhibited and chatted freely, making them quite at ease.

The two were not renowned figures in the martial arts world, and thus encountered far fewer troubles on their journey. Even so, they entered the North China Plain from Taiyuan, arrived at Zhengding, and then headed south, passing through Daming Prefecture to reach Bianjing.

Then it went east again, passing through Yingtianfu, Suzhou and other places, crossed the Huai River, passed through Yangzhou, and went south along the Grand Canal, passing through Zhenjiang, Changzhou and Suzhou and other places.

In March, while the north may still be covered in snow, the south is already warm with spring, flowers in bloom, and birdsong filling the air. Although the scenery along the way is picturesque, it is still a bit too much for the sky to handle.

He had to admit the formidable strength of the six major sects in their siege of Bright Peak.

Even traveling to Jiangnan by land and water is exhausting for me, yet people can trek to the Western Regions. This makes Chang Kong admire the power of human belief and desire to overcome all difficulties.

It was late March, and the ferry, bathed in the glow of the setting sun, carried Changkong and Xiaotian into Jiaxing City.

Today, Yun Changbai was dressed in a white robe and looked elegant, while Wang Xiaotian wore a colorful brocade robe with a loose belt, making him appear carefree and irresponsible.

There was really no other way. If he wanted to wear tattered clothes, either Chang Kong had to be the same as him, or Xiao Tian had to be dressed neatly. Otherwise, one of them would be properly dressed while the other was dressed in rags, which would attract too much attention.

Fortunately, the Beggars' Sect was divided into two factions: the Clean Clothes faction and the Dirty Clothes faction, and the leader of the sect would switch back and forth, so Wang Xiaotian didn't care.

Wearing nice clothes for a few days and then changing into worn-out clothes won't make a difference.

Jiaxing is a place of outstanding people and abundant resources. Although it does not have the reputation of being a "paradise on earth" like Suzhou and Hangzhou, it has been a prosperous and bustling place since ancient times. It is known as the "land of fish and rice" and many other accolades. The streets are crowded with people, bustling and lively.

Wang Xiaotian said, "The reason this little thing has lasted so long is all thanks to this good location."

Chang Kong remained silent. Xiao Tian sensed something was amiss and turned to look. He saw a black-robed monk walking past them with the grace of flowing water. He wore an eye patch over his right eye, clearly blind.

The two exchanged a glance, both seeing surprise in each other's eyes. Xiaotian was about to speak to Changkong, but Changkong shook his head.

The headquarters of the Sky Eagle Sect was originally located at the top of Eagle's Nest Peak in Nanbeihu, Haiyan County, Jiaxing. Nanbeihu is surrounded by mountains on the east, west, and north sides, and faces the mouth of the Qiantang River to the south. Eagle's Nest Peak faces the sea to the south, so this place is not only easy to defend and difficult to attack, but also easy to escape from.

After all, the advantage of martial arts masters lies on land, not on water. Even if you can win, if the opponent goes all out and destroys the boat, then you lose.

Otherwise, how could the Sky Eagle Sect have withstood the attacks of various sects in the past? Therefore, Chang Kong wouldn't be foolish enough to go to their headquarters and cause trouble. After all, if he challenged a reputable sect, they would follow the rules. But this kind of evil sect would definitely stop at nothing. So he and Xiao Tian decided to settle in Jiaxing first, investigate, and then make their move.

Seeing the black-robed monk turn the corner, Wang Xiaotian said, "Brother Yun, once you arrive in Jiaxing, you can't call yourself a hero if you don't have a big meal at a local restaurant!"

Chang Kong raised an eyebrow: "Oh? Where? You're not talking about Zuixianlou, are you?"

"Huh?" Wang Xiaotian asked in surprise, "How did you know?"

Chang Kong laughed heartily: "How could I not know that this was the place where Chang Chunzi once fought the Seven Freaks of Jiangnan?"

"Absolutely!" Wang Xiaotian clapped his hands and said, "Sitting in the Drunken Immortal Pavilion, appreciating the noble spirit of the senior who kept his promise even in the face of death, and having a panoramic view of the South Lake scenery, that is truly a once-in-a-lifetime pleasure!"

Chang Kong shook his head: "That's not quite it!"

"What?" Xiaotian was greatly surprised.

Chang Kong laughed and said, "It would be even better if it were a beautiful woman by my side instead of you!"

Xiaotian was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter: "Haha, that makes sense. Brother Yun is so young, could it be that you already have someone you like? Let me tell you, women can lead you astray, so don't end up with some witch or vixen."

Chang Kong laughed and said, "My sweetheart is a woman from a prestigious family."

"Who?"

"I'd also like to ask your tutor to propose marriage for me!"

"Haha, my master will be so happy! I'll take care of it!"

"Really?"

"A gentleman's word!"

Chang Kong clapped his hands and said, "A four-horse chariot cannot be caught up with!"

"Whose daughter is this?"

"You'll know once I've settled this matter and met your master!"

"Then congratulations, brother!"

The two settled the important matter in the midst of their conversation and laughter. As for whether it would work or not, one dared to ask and the other dared to agree!

In Wang Xiaotian's eyes, his master, as the leader of the number one gang in the world, was a figure of great importance even if he were to propose marriage to Chang Kong at the Emei Sect. Not to mention others.

Chang Kong, on the other hand, set the tone by virtue of his foresight.

As the two were talking, they turned a street corner, and a line of donkey carts slowly approached. The people made way for them.

Wang Xiaotian glanced sideways and saw that the leader was a middle-aged fat man dressed in white, riding a horse, looking quite arrogant and proud. But when he saw a black eagle embroidered on the front of his clothes, he immediately felt a chill.

Looking up at the sky, he saw that his eyes were fixed on something, shooting out a sharp, cold light. It turned out that a small flag was stuck on the goods of the first donkey cart. It was white with blue trim and had a picture of an eagle spreading its wings and soaring high on it.

Wang Xiaotian said softly, "What a damn coincidence!"

Chang Kong smiled and said, "It should be said that we brothers are having a stroke of good luck!" Before he finished speaking, with a whoosh, a figure flashed and was already next to the donkey cart.

(End of this chapter)