novelhk Chapter 55 You have light-footed skills, I have hawks and hounds
Chapter 55 You have light-footed skills, I have hawks and hounds
Eagles, dogs, and humans launched a three-pronged attack.
Attack simultaneously from above, middle, and below.
Chu Liuxiang's hair stood on end. Though startled, he remained calm. He was a daring man by nature, and the greater the danger, the more it stimulated his potential and made his blood boil.
With his left hand, he used the "Shadow-Splitting Hand" to lightly flick the sugar bun's wing, while his right leg, the "Shadow-Following Leg," generated a gentle force, sending the sugar bun flying.
Just then, Xu Qingya launched a powerful kick, but Chu Liuxiang used the momentum from his previous bounce to turn around and dodge the kick, then grabbed Xu Qingya by the back of the neck.
Xu Qingya followed up with a "Tiger Tail Kick," also known as the "Kick," kicking Chu Liuxiang's wrist with his heel. Chu Liuxiang flipped his wrist, gently lifting his left hand upwards while grabbing Xu Qingya's ankle with his right.
The two engaged in close combat, exchanging blows at lightning speed. In the blink of an eye, they launched more than a dozen attacks and defenses, each one ending abruptly. Their speed in changing moves, their keen sense of danger, and their swift and decisive responses were dazzling.
"Master Chu, watch out!"
Fighting Chu Liuxiang is the most boring thing.
Because Chu Liuxiang never confronts people head-on and rarely counters their moves, his fighting style is more like that of an "assassin" than a "warrior".
Chu Liuxiang's tactics are very "formulaic".
First, use your superb lightness skill to dodge the enemy's powerful moves, take the opportunity to find the enemy's weakness, and when you see an opportunity, strike quickly to defeat the enemy in one move. If you miss the first strike, immediately flee far away without delay.
This process was incredibly boring. Every move hit empty air, leaving one feeling powerless and frustrated, to the point of wanting to vomit blood. One was so anxious that one scratched their head and cheeks, but there was nothing they could do.
However, everyone who encounters Chu Liuxiang wants to fight him, to see if they can catch his shadow, and to see if the number one master of lightness skills in the martial arts world can achieve the feat of "leaving fragrance under the moon"!
Chu Liuxiang was already used to this; it would be strange if a strange expert didn't want to fight him.
Lu Xiaofeng also had the same habit.
Every swordsman who saw him would stab him with his sword, trying to see if his "Lingxi Finger" could catch his sword.
Li Xunhuan is "half" in this respect.
Few people would want to try Li Xunhuan's flying dagger.
There is no danger to life in a race. The Spirit Finger is a defensive move in martial arts sparring, but as long as Little Li's Flying Dagger is used, there will definitely be casualties.
To put it bluntly, it's bullying honest people!
"Why doesn't Brother Xu use weapons?"
Chu Liuxiang dodged Xu Qingya's kick, and while counterattacking with the Splitting Light and Catching Shadow Hand, he struck up a familiar conversation.
Xu Qingya laughed and said, "Because I don't like taking advantage of others; it's not honorable to win that way!"
"You're good with a knife, I'm good with my bare hands. It's a clash of skills, how is that an advantage?"
"My sword is only for offense, never for defense; it's a fight to the death. Xiang Shuai never kills; he always shows mercy. If I were to draw my sword and strike you, wouldn't I be gaining a huge advantage?"
"Brother Xu, you are mistaken. If I draw my sword now, I will be the one who benefits, because you will have to use your life-or-death moves while showing me mercy!"
"Well said! I don't take advantage of others! And no one can take advantage of me! Xiang Shuai, don't be careless. If I catch you, the consequences will be dire."
"Will you send me to prison?"
"I'll lock you in a dark room, and then bring all your lovers here. Don't worry, I'll prepare a goji berry feast for you, and grilled oysters three times a day!"
"..."
Chu Liuxiang had an urge to "make an exception".
Su Rongrong's evaluation of Xu Qingya was quite complimentary. Needless to say, his appearance and physique were excellent, but in terms of personality, he was described as brave and chivalrous, hating evil, helping the needy, generous, and skilled in both literature and martial arts.
Chu Liuxiang trusted Su Rongrong the most and had long admired Xu Qingya. Earlier, when Huang Shang fought against Yu Luosha, everyone went to watch the battle. Xu Qingya ate his melon and was then tested by Huang Shang on his literary talent. He spoke fluently and composed poems in one step. His quick wit and talent impressed Chu Liuxiang greatly.
In Chu Liuxiang's mind, Xu Qingya was compared to the most elegant person he had ever met, the "wonderful monk" Wuhua. Now, hearing these words, his filter for Xu Qingya became more shattered than dumpling filling.
Of course, Chu Liuxiang should feel fortunate.
He didn't voice this assessment.
Otherwise, Xu Qingya would definitely ride his old wine and chase him for 100,000 miles, killing him to the ends of the earth!
Taking advantage of the moment when Chu Liuxiang's "filter" shattered and his mind went blank, Xu Qingya suddenly launched a flying kick.
Wind God Leg - Strong Grass in the Wind!
This move isn't anything special; it's just about suddenly kicking your opponent and then unleashing a combo until they die!
This technique was previously tested on Dongfang Qingmu, leaving him questioning his existence. Now, when used on Chu Liuxiang, it is proving equally effective.
Seeing Xu Qingya's swift and fierce attack, like a whirlwind sweeping away grass, Chu Liuxiang lightly touched the ground with his toes and suddenly leaped back three zhang (approximately 10 meters). As his clothes fluttered, he laughed loudly, "Brother Xu's legwork is indeed faster than a whirlwind!"
Before he could finish speaking, "Strong Grass in the Wind" had already kicked up a swathe of sand and gravel, brushing past Chu Liuxiang's clothes.
Chu Liuxiang somersaulted in mid-air, his left hand flashing towards Xu Qingya's knee with a three-ringed moon gesture, while his right hand grabbed at Xu Qingya's ankle with a six-petaled ice flower, which was the exquisite "Lotus Leaves" technique from the "Shadow-Catching" skill.
Xu Qingya's leg stance didn't stop but instead advanced, his toes suddenly creating seven afterimages. The chopping force of the Heavenly Pool Divine Palm "Dewdrop" was divided into seven, and it was like a torrential downpour when it was swung.
"What a brilliant move, a torrential downpour and fierce wind!"
Amid cheers, Chu Liuxiang spun around, his sleeves billowing like sails, and used the wind from his legs to glide several feet away. Just then, Tangdun'er swooped down, its sharp teeth and claws aimed straight for his Jianjing acupoint. Doubao'er rushed out of the grass and bit Chu Liuxiang's belt, forming a pincer attack once again.
Chu Liuxiang rolled up his long sleeves to grab the willow branches, bent his waist and ribs like a bow, dodged the leg wind that swept past his face, grabbed a willow branch, and leaped up like Tarzan, jumping and leaping more than ten feet away in two or three leaps.
"Does the Master know the name of this move?"
Xu Qingya rose into the air on the wind, his body transforming into a stream of light.
"Please give me your guidance, Brother Xu."
This is what is meant by "catching wind and grasping at shadows"!
What a coincidence!
Chu is most adept at making those who seek the wind come up empty-handed!
Brother Xu's leg techniques are superb, but if you want to...
Before he could finish speaking, Chu Liuxiang's expression suddenly changed.
Tangdun'er landed on Xu Qingya's shoulder, while Doubao'er, with a jade pendant in its mouth and wagging its tail, looked for Xu Qingya to show off. Unbeknownst to them, Chu Liuxiang's jade pendant had been stolen by Doubao'er. The thief marshal had been robbed by a dog thief!
Xu Qingya lightly touched the ripples on the water with her toes: "Is Xiang Shuai credible now? It's just baseless speculation; I don't need to personally investigate. Sending out my henchmen is enough!"
"You two, haven't you had enough fun yet!"
Yang Yan and Su Rongrong emerged from the woods.
Xu Qingya laughed and said, "This is called the rule of the martial arts world. When people in the martial arts world encounter Xiang Shuai, they have to race him."
Chu Liuxiang said angrily, "What kind of unlucky rule is this? What am I supposed to do if I run into you?"
"Teasing my dog, my bird!"
Upon hearing this, Doubao wagged its tail, begging for a pat, while Tangdun spread its wings, showing off its feathers.
With Yang Yan and Su Rongrong arriving, the martial arts competition was obviously over, so everyone decided to find a place to have a few drinks and, incidentally, discuss Hua Baifeng's auction of the Dragon-Slaying Saber.
The drinking took place at Xu Qingya's home.
Beitang Xin'er bought a large clay pot and made a pot of sauerkraut and pork belly. The steam was puffing up, and she warmed a pot of earthenware. They drank and chatted happily. How delightful!
"Xiang Shuai, I heard you raced Bai Yutang. How's his lightness skill? Who's better between you two?"
"Uh... I won by a narrow margin!"
"I heard he ran against the wind."
"Brother Xu, we're racing. He's running against the wind, and so am I. It has nothing to do with the wind direction."
"I've also heard a rumor that the most notorious thief in the martial arts world, the 'Thief Saint,' is the most violent and bloodthirsty. He enjoys eating human hearts raw. Before each crime, he leaves a note for his target and then goes to eat their heart at night!"
"Where did you hear this rumor?"
"The Six Doors File Archives!"
"It's fake. The Thief Saint has a gentle personality and has never even killed a chicken. As for the latter part of the rumor, it was mostly fabricated from me. I left a letter for the target to increase the difficulty and make it more challenging."
"Did you leave a letter for Hua Baifeng?"
Why leave a letter for Hua Baifeng?
"Steal the Dragon-Slaying Saber!"
"What use would I have for the Dragon-Slaying Saber? Carrying a weapon weighing over a hundred pounds would slow me down!"
"Aren't you curious? What is Hua Baifeng's background? Who stole the Dragon-Slaying Saber? What secrets lie behind Hua Baifeng's auction of the Dragon-Slaying Saber?"
Xu Qingya's tone was seductive.
Chu Liuxiang laughed and said, "Brother Xu, this might work on Lu Xiaofeng, who loves to meddle in other people's business. It won't do me any good. Investigating cases is the duty of constables, like the unofficial constables of the Six Doors, one of the Four Great Constables!"
Su Rongrong asked curiously, "What, the fifth of the Four Great Constables? Are there five of the Four Great Constables? It's not unusual for the Six Doors to have unofficial constables, but what does 'unofficial divine constable' mean? Does it mean 'temporary worker'?"
Su Rongrong was well aware of these issues, but she deliberately followed Chu Liuxiang's lead and acted as his straight man.
Xu Qingya pointed to himself: "Brother Chu, don't underestimate me just because I'm an unofficial constable. My boss is incredibly powerful! He's a top-ranking official, and if I wanted to, I could be promoted to a full-fledged constable anytime. He even has the authority to issue pardons!"
Yang Yan said gently, "Qingya, Xiang Shuai isn't a master thief, what does he need a pardon for?"
Chu Liuxiang: Actually, it's still somewhat useful!
Despite Chu Liuxiang's swift refusal, he had already developed an interest in the Dragon-Slaying Saber, and it was absolutely impossible to persuade him to stop courting death.
However, since Su Rongrong was in the capital, Chu Liuxiang dared not take too many risks for her safety.
If Chu Liuxiang were alone, he would have left a letter for Hua Baifeng long ago and stolen the Dragon-Slaying Saber in the middle of the night.
……
The rain is coming and the wind is all over the building.
In the extremely oppressive atmosphere, three days passed by unnoticed. The storm stirred up by Hua Baifeng finally reached the moment of complete explosion. Xu Qingya and others participated in the auction according to Yang Yan's arrangements.
At the entrance of Huaman Pawnshop!
Two strings of firecrackers crackled and popped.
Hua Baifeng greeted the guests with a smile.
The Hua family steward prepared a continuous banquet to entertain various forces in the capital. The powerful forces sat at the inner table, while the smaller forces ate at the continuous banquet, showcasing the ultimate skill in serving the guests.
Yang Yan quietly introduced the guests to Xu Qingya.
"That's Yang Wuxie from the Golden Wind and Fine Rain Pavilion. He has an amazing memory, capable of remembering everything he sees. The secrets of the Golden Wind and Fine Rain Pavilion are all in his mind!"
"That man with his head down is Di Feijing, the second-in-command of the Six and a Half Hall, nicknamed 'The Bowing Dragon.' He is the most troublesome person in the capital, without exception. Di Feijing deserves much credit for the Six and a Half Hall's current scale."
"That old geezer is known as the Snake King. He has three black streets under his command, hiding dozens of wanted criminals."
"That burly man is Li Yanbei..."
"That pedantic scholar is Du Tongxuan..."
"Jin Jiuling, Zhu Yueming, Zhang Fengfu... even Cao Yu has come! What impressive talent!"
"That person is...he is..."
Yang Yan stared in disbelief at a middle-aged man in his mid-thirties. He was quite handsome, with a hint of arrogance in his eyes. He looked down on everyone and was clearly an arrogant and domineering figure.
"Yan'er, who is he?"
"Fire Cloud Evil God, Ancient Sword Soul!"