Ning Zhong Ze and Lin Hu Chong saw this and were not surprised.
Although they knew Yue Bu Qun was not using his full strength, they were even more aware of the awesomeness of the Dual-Wielding Technique.
Lian Cheng relied on the Dual-Wielding Technique to achieve the unity of two swords wielded by one person. With just second-rate prowess, he was comparable to first-rate masters. Now that he had reached the first-rate level, it seemed reasonable that he could clash with top-tier masters with his dual-sword unison.
But Yue Bu Qun did not understand this logic!
He had not anticipated that his second disciple would be so skilled with two swords!
Even though he was only using two-tenths of his strength, it was still two-tenths of a top-tier master’s strength. It was already impressive for a first-rate master to be able to withstand his attacks. To force him back was simply impossible!
Yet, his second disciple had done it!
“Haha, Cheng, you really know how to surprise your master!”
Yue Bu Qun laughed and silently increased his strength to four-tenths. He needed to crush this extraordinarily talented disciple to prevent him from becoming arrogant.
However, Lian Cheng had never been arrogant. Even now, despite his formidable strength, he still felt it was not enough.
He continued to execute the Great Void Sword Art, and the two swords wielded in unison were even more exquisitely unmatched. It seemed as if a tight, impenetrable shield was formed once more, engulfing Yue Bu Qun and leaving him with no escape.
But Yue Bu Qun did not dodge or avoid it. He saw the power of his disciple’s sword art and knew that trying to outsmart him was impossible.
So, there was no choice but to break through with brute force.
Hmph!
He let out a loud shout and slashed out a wave of icy sword energy.
His domineering internal energy directly tore through the shield and sent Lian Cheng flying backwards.
Fortunately, Lian Cheng's internal energy was abundant. He flipped backwards in the air, landing on his feet. He then took a few steps back before finally coming to a stop, his breath slightly unsteady. He was not injured.
He quickly sheathed his swords and respectfully said, “Thank you, Master, for holding back!”
Yue Bu Qun turned, put Qingfeng Sword back into the scabbard held by Lin Hu Chong, and immediately assumed the posture of a stern elder upon hearing this: "Hm, Cheng, you have improved greatly, but remember not to be complacent. Remember that there are always bigger mountains and greater people. You must continue to strive."
Lian Cheng naturally cooperated, “I will heed Master’s teachings!”
Yue Bu Qun’s mindset was easy to see.
He had clearly just entered the realm of top-tier masters. He wanted to show off his strength and then teach his disciple a lesson. Being forced back by the dual-sword unison might have made him lose face, but his final sword energy attack had forcefully broken through. This gave him an opportunity to put on airs.
For this kind of elder, you just have to flatter him.
This would make him feel accomplished.
Sure enough, Yue Bu Qun soon turned his attention to instructing Lin Hu Chong.
Although Lin Hu Chong was only second-rate and was quickly defeated by Yue Bu Qun, the skills he displayed were solid. Yue Bu Qun was satisfied and encouraged Lin Hu Chong with a few words, making Lin Hu Chong overjoyed.
On the other hand, Ning Zhong Ze was a bit unhappy.
As his wife, she naturally saw through her husband’s thoughts. But when she saw Lian Cheng being sent flying, she was worried. After all, the Xuanming True Energy was truly domineering. If he did not act with restraint, it could easily lead to irreversible consequences.
If she had not been certain that Lian Cheng was unharmed, she might have directly reprimanded her husband.
Yue Bu Qun finished his display and finished instructing his disciples, and then he had time to ask about Lian Cheng’s situation.
Especially regarding the dual-sword unison and the new sword art.
As a top-tier master, he could feel the power of these two new martial arts even more. He had also experienced it firsthand, so he was naturally very interested.
Lian Cheng quickly explained the Dual-Wielding Technique.
Yue Bu Qun was immediately interested. He squatted down and tried drawing a square with his left hand while drawing a circle with his right hand. As expected, he failed.
Fortunately, he was not embarrassed. After all, this kind of talent is innate, not something that can be trained. Most people in the world cannot do it, so it was normal for him to be unable to do it.
However, when he learned that his sixth disciple, Lu Da You, also possessed this talent, he was immediately delighted.
As long as he trained him well, Huashan might be able to have another genius who could practice the dual-sword unison.
“As for the new sword art, Master, please look at this poem.”
Lian Cheng pointed to the Xia Ke Hang on the mountain wall. “I learned this new martial art from this poem, ‘Xia Ke Hang.’ I named it the ‘Great Void Scripture’. However, only a few lines are sword art, while the other lines contain insights into light footwork, boxing, palm techniques, internal energy cultivation methods, etc. I used it to open my eight extraordinary meridians and finally stepped into the first-rate realm!”
Yue Bu Qun had already noticed the poem on the mountain wall but only started to look at it closely now.
The more he looked, the more he felt the poem’s profound meaning.
He asked directly, “Cheng, did you write this poem? Although it is written in kēdǒu wén, every word is filled with the essence of the new martial art, the ‘Great Void Scripture’, as you call it.”
Lian Cheng nodded. “Yes, I wrote it after I learned the ‘Great Void Scripture’ using the Great Void Sword Art.”
“Second Junior Brother, does that mean that anyone can learn the Great Void Sword Art by studying this poem?”
Lin Hu Chong’s eyes lit up.
He knew that his second junior brother had a good aptitude and often came up with powerful martial arts.
First, it was Lian Cheng Sword Art, then it was the Drifting Cloud Steps and the Dual-Wielding Technique, and now the ‘Great Void Scripture’.
After learning Lian Cheng Sword Art and Drifting Cloud Steps, he had grown rapidly. Therefore, he knew how terrifying his second junior brother's new martial arts were.
Especially after seeing his second junior brother execute the ‘Great Void Scripture’ martial art just now, the power had made him envious.
However, he had already taken enough advantage of his second junior brother. And the ‘Great Void Scripture’ was so powerful that he didn’t have the face to ask his second junior brother to teach him.
But if he studied the poem on the mountain wall and learned the Great Void Sword Art himself, he should be allowed, right? As long as he learned this powerful sword art, he could grow even further.
Perhaps he could reach first-rate strength through this!
Lian Cheng sincerely gave his answer. “Of course, it is possible. But Senior Brother, the Great Void Sword Art is not easy to learn, you know.”
Lin Hu Chong patted his chest and said, “Don’t worry, Second Junior Brother, I will do my best. Even if I only learn one or two moves, it will be enough for me to benefit greatly.”
Upon hearing this, Lian Cheng did not say anything more.
Let Lin Hu Chong study it for himself first and see how far his aptitude would take him.
Perhaps with Lin Hu Chong’s unique talent for swordsmanship, he might be able to learn it. If so, let’s wait and see.
Yue Bu Qun and Ning Zhong Ze exchanged glances and both frowned. Although it was good that the two disciples had a good relationship, their second disciple was too generous.
This was not good!
There were many cases of a small favor being repaid with an act of hatred!
Therefore, Yue Bu Qun spoke, “Cheng, it’s good that you’re generous to your own people, but this kind of thing should be done in moderation. You have already contributed Lian Cheng Sword Art and Drifting Cloud Steps, two superior martial arts, to the sect. This is enough for the sect’s development. You should keep some for yourself, especially the ‘Great Void Scripture’, which is so powerful. It should not be easily passed on. Wait until you have your own disciples before passing it on to them.”