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And with the martial synthesis of the Nine Yin Manual, perhaps the missing portions could be completed.

If all else failed, he'd track down Zhang Wuji, teach him a lesson, and extract what was needed.

"Impressive, the Wudang True Martial Seven Formation has truly trapped Mr. Chu…" Zhou Dian observed, captivated by Chu Yang's movements within the formation.

"Zhang Sanfeng is indeed a genius," Yang Xiao praised. "To devise such an unparalleled formation!"

"Enough flattery! That old nun and monk are about to gang up on Mr. Chu. Are we joining the fray or not?" Wei Yixiao anxiously hopped about.

"You old bat, can't you see Mr. Chu doesn't need our help? Stand aside and don't annoy him," mocked the "Sack Monk" Shuo Bude and "Monk Peng" Peng Yingyu in unison.

When Miejue and Kong Wen entered the fray to support the Wudang disciples, Chu Yang, though engrossed, took the opportunity to observe.

Shaolin's Eleven Techniques of the 72 Arts were well worth studying. Historically, the Northern Song Dynasty's Shaolin Temple was the orthodox sect, while the Ming Dynasty's Shaolin faction operated more like a branch monastery. Outwardly harmonious, they secretly competed for the title of "True Orthodox."

As the siege continued, Yin Liting of the Six Wudang Heroes stared intently at Yang Xiao. His fiancée, Ji Xiaofu, had been abducted by this demon years ago, and there had been no news since.

Haunted by the past, Yin Liting descended into a frenzy, breaking formation to attack Yang Xiao.

"Demon! I'll have your head!"

"Ling, don't be rash! Return to formation!" the others shouted in dismay as Yin Liting ignored their pleas, clashing with Yang Xiao.

Without the full support of the formation, Yin Liting was no match for Yang Xiao, who used the first stage of the Great Heaven and Earth Shift to immobilize him—neither killing nor releasing him.

Yang Xiao wasn't mocking Yin Liting but feared offending Chu Yang by disrupting the battle.

"I'll avenge Xiaofu!" Yin Liting screamed, his attacks wild and disorderly.

"Wudang's Yin Liting…" Recognition dawned in Yang Xiao's eyes, tinged with guilt for Ji Xiaofu and Yin Liting. His distracted movements gave Yin Liting an opening, whose sword struck his chest.

Pain jolted Yang Xiao, who instinctively grabbed the blade, snapped it, and kicked Yin Liting away.

"Father!" Yang Buhui rushed to her father's side, checking his wounds. Yin Liting, meanwhile, stared blankly at Yang Buhui, her resemblance to Ji Xiaofu freezing him in place.

Meanwhile, Chu Yang memorized the operation routes of the Nine Yang Arts from both Wudang and Emei, also acquiring techniques from Kong Wen.

When the True Martial Seven Formation faltered due to Yin Liting's departure, Chu Yang effortlessly shattered it.

With his fists covered in Armament Haki, he broke the weapons of Song Yuanqiao and Yu Lianzhou, then hurled the broken blades into Zhang Songxi and Mo Shenggu's shoulders.

Finally, activating Shinra Tensei, Chu Yang unleashed a shockwave, injuring Song Yuanqiao, Yu Lianzhou, and Yu Daiyan, and stepped toward Miejue and Kong Wen.

Though Miejue attacked desperately, Chu Yang shattered the Heaven Reliant Sword and crippled her arm, sparing them only out of respect for their non-involvement with Li Mochou and Xiaolongnu.

"You may leave once your disciples awaken," Chu Yang declared.

That evening, the defeated sects departed Bright Peak, except for Wudang disciples, who awaited Zhang Sanfeng's arrival.

When Huang Rong arrived the next day, tears flowed at seeing Xiaolongnu and Li Mochou injured. Chu Yang healed them swiftly.

Over the next weeks, Ming Cult leaders fawned over Chu Yang, hoping to make him their leader. But Chu Yang declined, longing for the quiet life of a teacher.

Until Zhang Sanfeng arrived…

As rumors of the sects' defeat spread, chaos engulfed the martial world.

The Kongtong and Kunlun sects, having lost their leaders and failing to appoint successors, fell into prolonged internal factional struggles.

The Huashan(Mount Hua) Sect fared slightly better. After Feng Yutong's death, Yue Buqun, the representative of the Qi branch and the most senior figure, naturally assumed the position of sect leader.

After the righteous factions suffered severe blows, the Sun Moon Holy Cult, which was known alongside the Ming Cult as the Demonic Cult, began to stir restlessly.

A doctrinal dispute between the two major demonic sects had kept them at odds for a long time. However, with the Ming Cult losing its leader Yang Dingtian, they were at a significant disadvantage. If not for their remote location, the Ming Cult might not have survived until now.

The conflict between these two sects was once a primary reason for the dominance of the righteous forces in the Jianghu under the Ming Dynasty.

However, the Sun Moon Holy Cult became wary after witnessing the Six Major Sects' siege on the Bright Peak.

"When did the Ming Cult grow so powerful?

Facing a temporarily unmatched Ming Cult, should we avoid direct confrontation?

If the Six Major Sects can besiege the Bright Peak today, what stops them from attacking Blackwood Cliff tomorrow?"

With these considerations, the Sun Moon Holy Cult began reducing conflicts with the Ming Cult and gradually shifted focus to righteous sects that posed a direct threat to them.

At the forefront of their attention were the Five Mountain Sword Sects neighboring the Sun Moon Holy Cult.

The cult leader Ren Woxing and the deputy leader Dongfang Bubai, in a rare joint appearance, targeted the Five Mountain Sword Sects, exerting immense pressure that forced the sects to form an alliance.

Even so, the Sun Moon Holy Cult swept through the allied forces of the Five Mountain Sword Sects with unstoppable momentum.

The Qingcheng Sect, Golden Blade Gate, and other Jianghu forces also fell victim to their onslaught.

As more and more righteous sects were defeated, the common people suffered, and the chaos indirectly affected the imperial court. Taking advantage of the turmoil, the Mongols launched an invasion of the Ming borders.

In this time of crisis, Wudang Sect's Master Zhang emerged from seclusion and ascended Blackwood Cliff alone.

In just one day, the Sun Moon Holy Cult quickly retreated, fortifying Blackwood Cliff and closing its doors to the outside world.

According to rumors, Master Zhang had mastered an unparalleled martial art during his seclusion, severely injuring both Ren Woxing and Dongfang Bubai in a one-against-two battle.

The Five Mountain Sword Sects erupted in celebration.

Whether among the righteous sects of the Jianghu or the common people, Zhang Sanfeng was revered as a divine figure.

Amid chants of "Immortal Elder," Zhang Sanfeng moved with purpose, for while the safety of the world was important, so were the lives of his disciples!

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Bright Peak.

The Wudang Six Heroes were treated respectfully by the Ming Cult and given ordinary guest rooms. After all, they were virtuous individuals and deserved respect.

However, the sixth hero, Yin Liting, was less appreciative. Even though he now knew Yang Buhui's true lineage and that Ji Xiaofu had died at Miejue's hands, he still felt uneasy whenever he saw Yang Xiao.

Yang Buhui, on the other hand, seemed intrigued by her late mother's former fiancé. Yet, her attention had gradually shifted to Chu Yang, who appeared far more important.

On one hand, Yang Xiao's intentions were becoming too evident, which was starting to irritate Chu Yang. Yang Buhui was left as a messenger.

On the other hand, Yang Buhui admired Chu Yang's awe-inspiring feat of single-handedly battling the Six Major Sects, which stirred ripples in her heart.

Having learned from previous experiences, Huang Rong quickly noticed Yang Buhui's budding interest. Determined to prevent a repeat, she kept a vigilant watch, ensuring Yang Buhui wouldn't cross the line.

While the two young women engaged in their subtle rivalry, Chu Yang spent his days playing chess with Song Yuanqiao and the others. His room was next to the Wudang Six Heroes', ostensibly as their neighbor but essentially to keep them under watch.

Until Zhang Sanfeng arrived, Chu Yang wasn't about to let them leave the Bright Peak.

Over time, Song Yuanqiao discovered that Chu Yang wasn't as ruthless as he seemed. Instead, he was remarkably easygoing, like a friendly young man from the neighborhood.

This intrigued Song Yuanqiao.

Chu Yang possessed unmatched martial skills, likely on par with his master, Zhang Sanfeng. However, Zhang Sanfeng was well over a century old, while Chu Yang looked under thirty.

"Mr. Chu, you didn't detain us because we helped Sect Leader He Taichong, did you? Is it because of my master?"

Holding a black chess piece, Song Yuanqiao inquired softly after making his move.

Chu Yang placed a white piece on the board and nodded.

Sitting upright, Song Yuanqiao asked sincerely, "Could you explain why?"

Chu Yang smiled and replied, "Master Zhang has been in seclusion for years and wouldn't emerge just because I called. Nor do I wish to trouble the Wudang Sect unnecessarily. Without this approach, meeting him would have been near impossible, let alone sparring with him."

Song Yuanqiao found it difficult to comprehend. He regarded Chu Yang in disbelief and said, "You don't seem like a martial fanatic. Why go to such lengths to spar with my master? With your skills, you don't need such a duel to establish your reputation."

A distant look crossed Chu Yang's face as he recalled his duel with a young monk of Tibetan Esotericism in Mongolia. He softly replied, "To seek the Way."

Song Yuanqiao trembled.

"To seek the Way…"

He remembered a sigh his master had uttered before entering seclusion:

"A warrior's strength lies in their body, but human power has its limits. The path of martial arts ultimately has its end. Now that I am old and frail, I've realized new insights and wish to forge a new path. If successful, it will be a new martial peak."

Song Yuanqiao sighed deeply and murmured, "Perhaps for my master, this may also be a good thing…"

He clasped his hands and asked, "Mr. Chu, when you spar with my master, will it be a restrained match?"

Understanding Song Yuanqiao's concerns, Chu Yang shook his head helplessly. "Fists and kicks have no eyes."

Song Yuanqiao's expression darkened, and he fell silent.

Suddenly, there was a knock at the door.

Knock, knock, knock~~~

Chu Yang responded, and Li Mochou entered. The scars on her face had faded significantly, though full recovery would take time.

The Wudang disciples had grown accustomed to such phenomena, as anything related to Mr. Chu seemed to defy convention.

"Mr. Chu, there's an amiable old Taoist outside. Yang Xiao and the others are handling it, but they've asked me to invite you over."

Li Mochou glanced at the delighted expression on Song Yuanqiao's face.

"It's Master!"

Song Yuanqiao stood up abruptly.

"I've long admired Master Zhang and can finally meet him. Master Song, you and your fellow disciples are free to leave," Chu Yang said eagerly as he left the room.

Song Yuanqiao followed closely behind, still finding it hard to believe that Chu Yang would let them go without any trouble after detaining them for over half a month.

Yu Lianzhou, Yu Daiyan, and the others, having heard the news, also stepped out and followed Chu Yang and Song Yuanqiao to the Ming Cult's main hall.

Inside the hall, the Wudang disciples who had been waiting at the foot of the mountain for half a month were glaring at Yang Xiao and the other Ming Cult members.

Before them stood a tall, silver-haired old man clad in a green Taoist robe.

As soon as Chu Yang entered the hall, his gaze met the old man's, and their eyes locked.