The Great Martial Arts World: Hot Topics and Great Heroes

That attitude is really strange!

"What didn't you do last night?" Murong Jiu asked, pretending not to care.

"What are we doing? Cultivating! There are only the two of us in this cave, what else could we be doing? Besides, aren't you awake?" Chu Luren looked completely bewildered.

"Yes, I'm awake." Murong Jiu nodded thoughtfully.

Chu Luren: ? ? ?

It's no wonder Murong Jiu's mood was off, because for the past two nights in a row, Xiao Jiu Jiu had started avoiding her!

Murong Jiu was also devastated by this. Why was it that she couldn't block Xiao Jiu Jiu from doing anything, while Xiao Jiu Jiu could block her?

Furthermore, Murong Jiu couldn't help but wonder why she was being blocked—you wouldn't have been practicing martial arts with Chu Taisui, would you?

Indeed, his skills had improved considerably in the past two nights, but the more he did so, the more uneasy Murong Jiu became!

Why does it feel like you've been in seclusion for a long time?

If the "Fossil Divine Skill" requires a long period of seclusion, then all clothing must be removed...

The only thing that relieved Murong Jiu was that even though Xiao Jiu Jiu had taken off her clothes, there was no ice cellar around, so she probably wasn't practicing martial arts.

Seeing that Murong Jiu didn't say anything, Chu Luren didn't ask any more questions. Instead, he continued to ponder his own affairs—covering his hands with "Ice Toad True Qi," and then striking a nearby tree with all his might. As a result... a thin layer of ice appeared on the tree, which was covered with dew!

The effect was truly remarkable. If Chu Luren used any other true energy, even a stone pillar of the same thickness would have been shattered with a full-force palm strike. However, with the Ice Toad True Energy, it only slightly froze the dew.

What's the use of this?

but……

The photographer was unintentional, but the viewer took it to heart!

Murong Jiu:! ! !

Have I already solved the case?

Could it be that you gradually used the power of the Ice Toad Palm...

"Hmph!" Murong Jiu suddenly made a move, using his fan to stab Chu Luren.

"Huh? What are you doing?" Chu Luren quickly dodged to the side, and reached out to block and grab her wrist.

"You know it in your heart!" Murong Jiu said with a sullen face, looking very aggrieved.

As he spoke, another familiar groin kick was delivered, which Chu Luren quickly dodged.

Chu Luren was completely bewildered, not knowing what Murong Jiu was trying to do. But... would someone who practices martial arts be afraid of fighting?

"Huh? Let me show you the difference between the second and ninth place on the Heavenly Ranking!" Chu Luren took a few steps back and then shook his arms, his left hand wielding the True Qi of Returning to the Void and his right hand wielding the True Qi of Northern Darkness.

At this moment, even the air seemed to be affected by two completely opposite types of true energy, and the light appeared distorted after refraction.

Seeing this, Murong Jiu hesitated for a moment—at least on the surface, Chu Luren had acted perfectly normally, both yesterday and today, while it was she who was being paranoid…

But... would someone who practices martial arts be afraid of fighting?

More importantly, Xiao Jiu Jiu seems really tired these past two nights, and she hasn't even tried to stop it!

Two years ago in Xingzilin, Chu Luren and Murong Jiu fought once. However, at that time, Murong Jiu intentionally concealed his identity and was interfered with by some external factors. Not to mention, from the perspective of martial arts alone, Murong Jiu has made great progress compared to two years ago.

Murong Jiu used a fan instead of a sword and started with a move called "Dragon Leading Phoenix". The sword energy surged and carried the power of the dragon and the splendor of the phoenix. The two sword styles not only looked high-class, but also made it more difficult for the opponent to deal with the combination of two completely different sword styles!

It can be said to be a typical sword technique suitable for exchanging blows with masters of the same level. It cannot win quickly, but it is the most reliable.

Chu Luren met the attack from Zuo Guixu and You Beiming—a move Chu Luren was not afraid of!

Although a direct confrontation with Murong Jiu would definitely consume his opportunity for enlightenment, Chu Luren really needed a real battle where he could give it his all to summarize what he had learned...

The dragon sword thrusts forth, majestic and awe-inspiring. Chu Luren uses the Great Abyss Fist to lure the dragon back into the abyss. The phoenix sword sweeps across, displaying a myriad of forms. Chu Luren uses the Six Qi Controlling Finger to adapt to the changing circumstances!

In a secluded corner of Mount Emei, a battle of unparalleled scale, the pinnacle of martial arts, is taking place.

In terms of skill, Murong Jiu has the advantage, and by a considerable margin. However, Chu Luren possesses "Three Parts Returning to Origin Qi," making him stronger than both of them. Furthermore, he is now able to utilize the "Flower in Full Bloom" technique, demonstrating perfect timing...

In the blink of an eye, the two had exchanged over a hundred moves. Chu Luren was enjoying himself when suddenly, without warning, Murong Jiu, who had been using a fan as a sword a moment ago, suddenly twisted his right wrist, turning the paper fan upside down to "sheath the sword," and at the same time pointed out with his left hand, hitting Chu Luren squarely in the chest.

With that finger strike, Murong Jiu felt as if she had struck iron and stone. Her muscles, bones, skin, and even the internal energy protecting her body were all solid as iron...

However, this finger strike caused Chu Luren's internal energy to stagnate, and he almost spat out a mouthful of blood before feeling better!

Having not fought Murong Jiu for a long time, I had forgotten about this "oddball" – if everyone's martial arts are a flower, then Murong Jiu is a stem grafted with several kinds of flowers, and from the flowers, several more stems grow out... a layered cycle.

Murong Jiu used the "dragon leading the phoenix" technique, and after dismantling it for a while, seeing that Xiao Jiu Jiu still hadn't come out, she became increasingly uneasy—"You" wouldn't be feeling guilty, would you?

Chu Luren became even more furious. Although he had thought about using that thing, he thought that such things should be done in an orderly manner under his control.

Murong Jiu's men became increasingly ruthless, using fingers, swords, fists, palms, and occasionally leg techniques and whip techniques derived from leg techniques... a hodgepodge of martial arts attacks on Chu Luren!

Chu Luren was right about one thing: Murong Jiu did indeed possess a special state of mind that allowed her to seamlessly switch between various techniques and even different "moments".

She herself called this "the emperor's heart," believing it to be a sign that she was able to rule her subjects like an emperor...

However, this sophisticated name was only appreciated by her and she never told anyone else about it.

Otherwise, the Chu Lu people would definitely complain—this should be called "fickle".

Chu Luren was indeed flustered at first, but he still did not lose. The "flowers in full bloom are ready to be picked" was useless, and he was gradually being forced into a desperate situation...

But just when it seemed he was about to be overwhelmed, Chu Luren suddenly changed his aura. His hands moved like a tortoise and a snake, and at the same time, the two small dragon tortoise forces transformed into the "Return to the Void Dragon Tortoise Force" and the "Northern Darkness Dragon Tortoise Force" respectively, and attacked Murong Jiu.

Murong Jiu's state of mind was subtly affected; she felt as if a dragon turtle had squeezed in, filling her vision...

But Murong Jiu also had his own trump cards.

Chu Luren unleashed two "Little Dragon Turtle Forces," and Murong Jiu flicked her sleeve, striking Chu Luren, who felt a dizzying sensation as the world spun around him!

When he was controlling the ship, Chu Luren complained that the "Star Shift" technique was not easy to use. However, when they actually fought, Chu Luren realized how troublesome this move was. Involuntarily, he stuffed his "Northern Dark Dragon Turtle Force" into the "Returning Void Dragon Turtle Force," and they canceled each other out.

Then, Murong Jiu struck Chu Luren's chest with a palm strike, using a light touch, a back tap, and a feint... In an instant, she used three palm techniques specifically designed to "break through defenses." It seemed that she had dissipated most of Chu Luren's protective inner energy, and was just about to deliver the final blow to draw blood...

Murong Jiu suddenly paused, her smugness turning into resentment, which was then replaced by innocence.

"Big brother!"

The palm strike that broke through the defenses turned into a swallow nestling in someone's arms...

Chapter 405 Night Party

Chu Luren gently patted Xiao Jiu Jiu's back, and after she let go, he took a deep breath and then asked with a puzzled look, "What... has happened to you guys lately?"

"No, no!" Xiao Jiu Jiu said, her eyes darting around and her face flushed.

Even stage plays don't portray emotions with such exaggeration and intensity.

"Good children don't lie," Chu Luren said earnestly.

"Then...then ask again?" Xiao Jiu Jiu murmured, her head lowered.

Chu Luren then smiled encouragingly and asked, "Has anything unusual happened recently?"

"It's a secret," Xiao Jiujiu continued in a low voice.

Chu Luren: ...

Before Chu Luren could ask any more questions, Xiao Jiujiu immediately "hid" back, and Murong Jiu returned to her.

Chu Luren originally wanted to pat her head and say "be good," but he had only reached halfway when he met Murong Jiu's cold gaze, so he had to awkwardly withdraw his hand.

After a day of "cold war," it was time for them to rest in the evening. This time, Murong Jiu wanted to rest separately from Chu Luren, but... she was instantly replaced by the rested and recharged Xiao Jiu Jiu!

"Big brother! You should go into seclusion, I'll protect you!" Little Jiu Jiu said sincerely.

Chu Luren didn't continue the daytime conversation, but instead offered a word of encouragement: "Little Jiu Jiu is such a good girl." Then he truly entered the Dao Embryo state...

Xiao Jiu Jiu was extremely sensitive to the Dao Embryo's spiritual contemplation state. She instantly became certain that Chu Lu Ren had "slept," so... after quietly apologizing to Chu Lu Ren, she quietly left the cave.

Chu Luren's Dao Embryo has extremely dull perception; relying purely on spiritual sense, it couldn't even detect this!

but……

Chu Luren, however, was cautious. When he "slept," he set his biological clock to just half a cup of tea later—the Dao Embryo's "natural awakening" was very punctual and controllable.

Opening his eyes, Chu Luren thought to himself: Just as I thought!

Murong Jiu is no longer in the cave, so... I'm the one who got blamed for Xiao Jiu Jiu's mistake this time?

But why is Xiao Jiu Jiu taking her anger out on me when she's out playing somewhere late at night instead of sleeping?

Did Murong Jiu think that he, too, was out having fun with Xiao Jiu Jiu late at night instead of cultivating?

It's hard to understand this guy's imagination!

Filled with doubt, Chu Luren followed the clues left by Xiao Hong and tracked her down.

Before they had gone ten miles, Chu Luren spotted Murong Jiu... or rather, judging from her condition, she was still Xiao Jiu.

In front of her stood another person, who appeared to be tall, wearing a gray-brown robe and a bronze mask that covered his entire face!

Chu Luren cautiously approached, making up his mind that the next time he tried to enlighten Hu Guinan and guide him towards goodness, he would definitely ask him about his lightness skill.

Before Chu Luren could even consider who Xiao Jiujiu had met and why she had come to him, he heard this person say in a uniquely hoarse voice, "You brought outsiders with you?"

"No... Good children don't lie!" Xiao Jiu Jiu shook her head.

The man raised his head, and Chu Luren knew that he was looking in the direction where Xiao Hong was. At the same time, he said, "So that's how it is. It's a beast taming technique similar to that stinky rat's." As he spoke, he took a step forward.

Chu Luren had been on guard because he thought that Xiao Hong was going to make a move against him. But then, he suddenly saw Xiao Hong's figure turn and attack him from the side!

Chu Luren was also puzzled. He had been being very careful, so why was he discovered from so far away?

It seems that this person is not only highly skilled in martial arts, but also likely possesses some kind of martial art that specifically enhances perception.

This person didn't seem to have any ill intentions towards Xiao Jiu Jiu, but since he had already attacked without holding back, Chu Lu Ren wouldn't be polite either.

The opponent's lightness skill and movement technique can be said to be top-notch. More importantly, even though it was night and he was moving so fast, he still did not give people the feeling of being surrounded by ghosts. Chu Luren was not good at doing this, especially after using the evil-repelling true energy in his movement technique!

Even though my own light-body skills include a rather graceful movement called "Lingbo Weibu"...

In the blink of an eye, the opponent arrived in front of Chu Luren from a distance of nearly twenty steps. However, Chu Luren, who had been waiting for the opportune moment, unleashed the "Little Dragon Turtle Force" with both palms!

Chu Luren thought to himself that with his full strength and two palms striking at the same time, there were probably few people in the martial arts world who could withstand it unscathed.

However, he vaguely heard the other party give a disdainful "humph," and then Chu Luren felt a dizzying sensation as the Guixu Dragon Turtle Force and the Beiming Dragon Turtle Force suddenly clashed back at him, immediately causing a backlash.

If it weren't for Chu Luren's astonishing internal and external defenses, he would have suffered a serious internal injury. Even now, Chu Luren's meridians are numb.