Martial Arts Crossover: My Master is Huang Rong

"Its most ingenious aspect is that it requires two people, a man and a woman, to help each other and practice together in order to achieve twice the result with half the effort and greatly increase their skill."

She paused, looked up at Lin Xuan, her expression unchanged, and directly stated his cultivation limitations:

"However, practicing this scripture requires complete focus, mutual trust between the two people, and no other thoughts."

"And most importantly, in order for the true energy to flow smoothly and not be obstructed by clothing, both people must take off their clothes to practice. In addition, the cold air in the ancient tomb is too strong, which is not suitable for practice. That's why I've never practiced it."

Xiaolongnu spoke without the slightest hint of shyness or embarrassment. In her eyes, martial arts were simply martial arts; all restrictions and requirements were merely means to achieve their goals. There was no distinction between men and women, nor were there any constraints from worldly etiquette.

Lin Xuan listened and secretly admired her. As expected of Xiaolongnü, she was indeed straightforward. He knew that with Xiaolongnü's personality, beating around the bush would only make her uncomfortable.

His face remained impassive as he gently said, "This scripture requires both men and women to practice together in order to understand its mysteries."

“We can find a spacious, deserted place full of flowers, use the flowers as a screen to cover our bodies. This way, we can use the yang energy of heaven and earth to replenish the yin energy in the tomb, and also prevent outsiders from peeping.”

"At night, when the moonlight shines down, it will be even more tranquil and secluded."

Lin Xuan continued, "You and I are descendants of Ancestor Lin Chaoying, and we are blood relatives of the Ancestor. In terms of relationship, we are originally one family."

"Besides, practicing martial arts is a matter of following the natural order of things. How can one be bound by worldly etiquette in the pursuit of the ultimate martial arts?"

"Moreover, this scripture is the ancestor's hard work. If the two of us can master it and not bring shame to it, it would be the greatest respect we can show to the ancestor. This is not some kind of outside transmission, but rather a process of mutual progress and assistance."

Upon hearing this, Xiaolongnu fell into a brief moment of contemplation. Lin Xuan's words seemed impeccable in both logic and reason. She was naturally detached from worldly affairs, especially regarding matters of love and relationships. In her view, since it was for the sake of martial arts advancement and fulfilling her master's legacy, these external formalities seemed less important.

After a moment of contemplation, Xiaolongnu finally showed a look of affirmation in her clear, cold eyes.

"Alright," Little Dragon Girl said calmly.

Lin Xuan was secretly delighted, but on the surface he remained calm and composed.

"Thank you, Miss Long," he said, bowing.

"No need to thank me. Since it is the ancestor's technique, we should of course do our best." Little Dragon Girl remained calm and composed, as if she were discussing a very ordinary matter.

"Then Miss Long, come with me to the outside of the ancient tomb and find a place full of flowers," Lin Xuan suggested.

Little Dragon Girl nodded, stood up, and moved with a light and graceful figure.

"Go."

As night deepened and the moon rose above the willow branches, Lin Xuan and Xiaolongnu quietly left the depths of the ancient tomb.

They walked up the dark passage. As they got closer to the tomb entrance, the light gradually brightened, as the bright moonlight shone through the opening.

As they emerged from the tomb passage and arrived at the grassy area surrounding the ancient tomb, a refreshing floral fragrance wafted towards them, a stark contrast to the cold and damp atmosphere underground.

Although the ancient tomb is located in the heart of Zhongnan Mountain, its surrounding area is a uniquely advantageous location.

Looking out, one can see a wide valley in the distance, where flowers bloom in profusion, each vying for attention with its own unique beauty. The red ones are like fire, the white ones like snow, the yellow ones like gold, and the purple ones like the sunset.

Bees buzzed among the flowers, butterflies fluttered about, creating a vibrant scene. A gentle breeze blew by, swirling the petals and filling the air with a rich fragrance.

"This place is excellent." Lin Xuan looked at the sea of ​​flowers, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes. This sea of ​​flowers provided ample shelter and allowed him to fully absorb the essence of heaven and earth, making it an ideal place to cultivate the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra.

Little Dragon Girl also looked up, and a subtle, almost imperceptible gentleness seemed to appear in her usually cool and aloof gaze. Having lived in the tomb for so long, she rarely saw such vibrant life.

Lin Xuan led Xiaolongnu straight into the deepest part of the most lush sea of ​​flowers. The flowers were waist-high, colorful, and layered, naturally forming a series of barriers.

As they ventured deeper inside, their view of the outside world was completely blocked, leaving only the gentle caress of the petals and the rich fragrance.

Lin Xuan stopped in a relatively flat open space surrounded by tall bouquets of flowers.

He turned to face Xiaolongnu, his expression calm and solemn: "Miss Xiaolongnu, the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra says that in order for the smooth flow of true energy, one needs to take off one's clothes. I hope you don't mind."

Xiaolongnu met his gaze with clear eyes, without the slightest hesitation. She nodded slightly, then turned around, her back to Lin Xuan.

Bathed in moonlight and the shadows of flowers, her slender fingers gently untied the sash of her garment. The pale yellow outer robe slid down like water, revealing the plain white lining beneath.

Immediately afterwards, the lining also came off. Her exquisite figure, with its fair skin and jade-like bones, was then revealed without reservation to the moonlight.

Her skin was as white as snow, her curves exquisite, every inch radiating a cool yet alluring glow, like the purest work of art in the world, making one's breath catch in their throat. Her movements were composed and natural, without the slightest hesitation.

Lin Xuan calmly turned around, his back to her, and removed his clothes among the flowers on the other side. He moved swiftly, quickly removing his long robe and inner lining, revealing his strong and muscular upper body, which gleamed healthily in the moonlight.

After removing their clothes, the two closed their eyes and slowly approached each other, relying on their sense of each other's presence.

Deep within the flowerbed, moonlight filtered through the gaps in the petals, dappling their bare skin.

Finally, they sat cross-legged facing each other, palms touching. The air was filled with the fragrance of flowers, mixed with a faint, warm, primal scent of human flesh.

The moment their palms touched, Lin Xuan felt a cool sensation emanating from his palms and instantly spreading throughout his body.

Lin Xuan slowly opened his eyes. Enhanced by the Yin-Yang Supplementing Technique, his five senses far surpassed those of ordinary people. Even in the darkness of night, Xiaolongnu's exquisite and graceful figure was clearly visible to him.

Her skin was as white as snow, gleaming with a lustrous sheen in the moonlight, like the finest white jade, every inch exuding a breathtaking purity and allure. Her slender waist and full, shapely curves proclaimed the most beautiful form of a young girl.

Lin Xuan felt a surge of heat rise in his heart, but it was suppressed by her untainted and aloof temperament, leaving only pure admiration and an indescribable flutter of emotion. This Little Dragon Girl was indeed a peerless beauty, far surpassing ordinary women. That aloofness and purity only added to her fatal attraction.

Xiaolongnu's eyes remained clear and pure, without a trace of impure thoughts. Her gaze towards Lin Xuan was purely one of inquiry, devoid of any emotion.

Lin Xuan returned the look with a clear gaze, his heart filled only with the pursuit of the ultimate martial arts.

"This Heart Sutra emphasizes the balance of Yin and Yang, their mutual complementation. My body is full of Yang energy, while Miss Long is gentle and yin-like, so we complement each other perfectly," Lin Xuan earnestly instructed.

"In a moment, I will use my true energy to guide the Qi in your body to circulate in your meridians. Miss Long, you just need to clear your mind and follow the instructions to circulate your internal energy."

Little Dragon Girl nodded gently.

Lin Xuan extended his right hand, palm up, gesturing for Xiaolongnu to gently place her right palm on his palm.

As instructed, Xiaolongnu raised her jade-like arm, her slender, fair hand gently covering Lin Xuan's palm.

The moment their skin touched, a subtle, tingling sensation, like an electric current, spread from their palms, along their arms, and reached their hearts. It was a wondrous touch unlike anything they had ever experienced, carrying a hint of coolness and an indescribable warmth.

Lin Xuan focused his mind and silently recited the opening incantation of the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra. As the incantation flowed through his mind, the true energy within his body also moved. Following the special energy circulation path of the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra, it slowly flowed to his fingertips and then into Xiaolongnu's palm.

Xiaolongnu also calmed her mind and began to try to sense and activate the weak internal energy in her body according to the incantation Lin Xuan had given her.

At first, the flow of their inner energy within each other's bodies was somewhat awkward. Lin Xuan's inner energy was fierce and pure Yang, while Xiaolongnu's inner energy was soft and ethereal. The two completely different types of inner energy operated independently within their meridians, seemingly unable to merge.

However, the brilliance of the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra lies precisely in this. It does not simply mix two kinds of true energy, but cleverly utilizes the principles of yin and yang complementing each other, and the balance of strength and gentleness. It allows the two true energies to form a special spiraling upward and mutually pulling cycle within each other's bodies.

With Lin Xuan's guidance and Xiaolongnu's gradual adaptation, the two began to find their own rhythm within each other's bodies.

Lin Xuan's innate true energy was like a burning flame, intense and powerful. After circulating through his body, it would enter Xiaolongnu's body, nourishing her yin energy and accelerating the circulation of her internal energy.

Xiaolongnu felt warm currents flowing into her limbs and bones, and her originally cold body gradually became warm, even her skin turned a light pink.

Xiaolongnu's gentle internal energy was like cool spring water. As it flowed through her body, it subtly calmed the restlessness hidden within him due to excessive yang energy, making his true energy more harmonious and pure.

Lin Xuan also felt a cool breeze flowing through his body, cleansing his meridians and making his originally hot body feel extremely comfortable and balanced.

This wondrous feeling was something Lin Xuan had never experienced before. His innate true energy was originally pure and yang, and now it was nourished by Xiaolongnu's yin and gentle inner energy. Like a raging fire receiving water, it not only did not extinguish but became even purer and more condensed.

He felt his meridians expanding subtly, and the flow of his true energy accelerating. It was as if every bone and every inch of flesh was being tempered by this balance of yin and yang.

The same was true for Xiaolongnu. Although her internal energy was weak, under the guidance of Lin Xuan's powerful innate true energy, it was like a trickle meeting a rushing river.

She could clearly feel the warm current flowing freely through her body, cleansing her meridians and nourishing her flesh and blood. Her originally cold body became warm and gentle, and even her breathing became long and deep.

She even felt that the internal energy cultivation techniques of the Ancient Tomb Sect that she had previously practiced, under the guidance of the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra, resonated with Lin Xuan's true energy and began to circulate at an unprecedented speed. This feeling was several times faster than when she cultivated alone on the cold jade bed.

The two gradually entered a state of complete absorption in the world around them. Amidst the sea of ​​flowers, fragrance filled the air, and moonlight filtered through the petals, dappling their bodies.

A gentle breeze rustled the flowers, as if playing a natural symphony for their wondrous cultivation.

Their palms pressed tightly together, like two magnets, attracting and pushing each other. An invisible domain, woven from true energy and willpower, enveloped them. In this ultimate harmony of yin and yang, time seemed to lose its meaning.

After an unknown amount of time, when the last ray of moonlight shone through the sea of ​​flowers and fell upon them, Lin Xuan slowly withdrew his palm, and Xiaolongnu opened her eyes at the same time.

Both of them had a faint blush on their faces, not from shyness, but from abundant vital energy and smooth blood circulation.

Although Xiaolongnu's eyes were still clear, they no longer had the aloofness and dullness they had when she first arrived. Instead, they had become more lively, like morning stars washed by dew, bright and vibrant.

Her skin was as smooth and lustrous as jade, radiating a faint glow, as if nourished by flower dew. Every inch of her skin that you could touch had a healthy pinkish hue, and even a subtle, warm elasticity that made you want to gently touch it and feel its delicacy and smoothness.

Lin Xuan felt that his innate true energy had benefited greatly from this cultivation. Complementing Xiaolongnu's yin true energy, it made his innate true energy more harmonious and flawless, combining both strength and gentleness.

As for Xiaolongnu, her transformation was even more astonishing. Although she originally possessed excellent aptitude, her progress in internal energy cultivation was slow due to limitations in her cultivation environment and techniques.

Now, after practicing the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra with Lin Xuan for only half a day, her internal energy has increased dramatically, at least equivalent to several months of arduous cultivation.

More importantly, her meridians were greatly expanded and nourished, laying a solid foundation for her future martial arts path. Her fair skin, as if soaked in warm water, glowed with a healthy sheen, like fine warm jade. Her breathing was also longer and more even than before.

"Miss Long, how are you feeling?" Lin Xuan asked softly.

Little Dragon Girl exhaled softly, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes that she herself did not notice.

"My internal strength has improved a lot," she said, her voice still cool but with a touch more vitality, "and I'm much faster than before."

Lin Xuan smiled and said, "This scripture is full of profound mysteries. We can practice it more often in the future."

Xiaolongnu nodded without objecting. Having already accepted the technique, she would execute it without hesitation.

The two silently put on their clothes and returned to their original appearance.

Chapter Sixteen: Practicing swordsmanship by day, and flute playing by night.

Inside the ancient tomb, Lin Xuan often sparred with the two women, having them team up against him.

The initial contest was nothing short of a disaster. Li Mochou's swordplay was fierce and expansive, with whistling winds accompanying the swirling sword light, yet it constantly disrupted Xiaolongnu's exquisite defense, leaving her constantly on the run.

While Xiaolongnu's swordplay was agile and her movements were as light as a swallow, it also appeared too restrained and could not complement Li Mochou's unrestrained attacks.

Their teamwork was practically nonexistent, and they nearly injured each other several times. Li Mochou's sword tip almost grazed Xiaolongnu's ear, while Xiaolongnu's sword tip inadvertently pointed at Li Mochou's vitals, causing Lin Xuan to frown.

Lin Xuan would criticize their teamwork, hitting the nail on the head and pointing out the core flaws in their martial arts skills as well as blind spots in their personalities.

"You are fellow disciples! You are all descendants of the Ancient Tomb Sect, why can't you cooperate calmly?"

He emphasized the words "fellow students," which seemed to be an invisible reminder to them each time: neither of them had any other relatives, and if you really thought about it, they might be the closest people to each other in the world.

With Lin Xuan's patient guidance, they finally began to learn to cooperate and stop fighting alone.

Li Mochou's sword was no longer a chaotic, uncontrolled slash. In her fierce attacks, she would leave a tiny opening, providing Xiaolongnu with an opportunity to strike.

Her sword light drew sharp arcs in the air, but it was no longer a lone advance; instead, it carried a subtle pull, drawing Xiaolongnu into the game.

And Xiaolongnu's sword was no longer just for simple defense. She began to try to fill the gaps with her light and agile swordsmanship the moment Li Mochou's offensive was exhausted, or to use skillful force to redirect the enemy's attacks toward Li Mochou, forming clever coordination.

Her light and graceful figure weaved through the sword light like a fluttering butterfly. She was no longer dancing alone, but instead intertwined with Li Mochou's attacks to form an impenetrable net, enveloping Lin Xuan within it.

They still couldn't defeat Lin Xuan, after all, his martial arts were far beyond their reach. His movements were like a ghost, his swordsmanship like a divine dragon, and every move he made carried the power of heaven and earth, making them feel their own insignificance.

However, compared to when they were easily neutralized by Lin Xuan in just over ten moves at the beginning, they have now been able to withstand fifty or eighty moves under Lin Xuan's hands, and even occasionally force Lin Xuan to take things a little seriously.

This was undoubtedly a huge leap forward, and this leap was largely due to the tacit understanding that had gradually developed between them, and the "consensus" that, under Lin Xuan's watchful eye, they dared not hinder each other anymore.

"Clang! Clang! Clang!" It was another duel between the two sides. The light and shadow of swords intertwined, and the crisp sound of weapons clashing echoed in the stone chamber.

Li Mochou's sword light was like a shadow, carrying a ruthless force. Her tall and graceful figure moved through the sword shadows, showing her sharpness. Xiaolongnu's Jade Maiden Sword was like the wind and lightning, light and precise. Her spotless white clothes fluttered in the sword wind, making her look even more elegant and otherworldly.

The two coordinated flawlessly, one attacking and the other defending, one feinting and the other striking, forcing Lin Xuan to focus seven or eight tenths of his attention. Lin Xuan felt their improved teamwork and was greatly satisfied.

Finally, Lin Xuan spotted an opening and, like a ghost, pierced through the two sword lights. To the astonishment of the two women, he finally placed his longsword against their foreheads.

"You've made rapid progress." Lin Xuan sheathed his sword, his tone carrying a hint of approval.

Li Mochou was panting heavily, with fine beads of sweat on her forehead. A few strands of hair clung to her cold and beautiful face, making her look somewhat disheveled, yet still retaining her heroic spirit.

She glanced at Xiaolongnu, who was also panting heavily. The hatred in her eyes was gone, replaced by a weariness and understanding as if she had survived a calamity.

She even took the sword from Xiaolongnu's hand naturally, as if it were just an ordinary action.

Xiaolongnu also looked at Li Mochou, her cool eyes flashing with a subtle emotion she had never felt before.

That is an acknowledgment of their "fellow disciples" relationship.

She raised her hand and gently patted the dust off Li Mochou's shoulder, the movement natural and carrying a subtle hint of intimacy.

"Senior Sister..." Xiaolongnu called softly, her voice carrying a subtle softness, as if the ice and snow were just beginning to melt.

Li Mochou's delicate body trembled slightly, and her cold and beautiful face showed a complex expression.

This was the first time Xiaolongnu had called her "Senior Sister" so intimately.

She gave a stiff, almost imperceptible nod, her heart filled with a complex mix of emotions, a feeling she couldn't quite describe. The hatred of the past, at this moment, was somewhat diluted by Lin Xuan's power, their shared goal, and the bond of being each other's only "fellow disciples."

That deep-seated loneliness seemed to find a slight solace in this.

Night falls in a stone chamber of the ancient tomb.

Lin Xuan and Li Mochou were engaged in some kind of nighttime activity.

Little Dragon Girl was resting in another stone chamber as usual, completely unaware of what was happening. Her world remained as pure as snow, untouched by the secrets hidden deep within this ancient tomb.

Lin Xuan leaned lazily against the cold stone bed, closed his eyes, and enjoyed this moment of tranquility and submission.