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Although Zhang Sanfeng's status in the martial arts world of the Ming Dynasty was unmatched, no one knew exactly how strong he was.
If this news gets out, Zhang Sanfeng's reputation will definitely rise to new heights, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he would attract all the sects in the world to pay homage to him.
At this moment, Lianxing thought of something and asked curiously, "Mr. Su said that Dugu Qiubai passed on the 'Nine Swords of Dugu' to Feng Qingyang. How come I've never heard of such a master in the Huashan Sect?"
In the martial arts world of the Ming Dynasty, the Huashan Sect could only be considered a second-rate sect among second-rate sects.
Even if the Five Mountains Sword Sects joined forces, they still couldn't compare to the Yihua Palace.
But if Feng Qingyang is the number one expert of the Huashan Sect, they should have heard of him to some extent.
At least in Lianxing's memory, the strongest person in the Huashan Sect right now should be the sect leader, Yue Buqun.
"The reasons for this are quite complex, involving the sword energy dispute from thirty years ago."
"At that time, Feng Qingyang was the number one expert of the Huashan Sword Sect. He was tricked by the Qi Sect and transferred away from Huashan, so he was unable to participate in the battle."
"By the time he returned, the Huashan Sword Sect had already been completely defeated."
"Feng Qingyang was so disheartened that he went into seclusion on the Cliff of Contemplation on the back of Mount Hua and never came out again, so no one in the martial arts world knew about it."
"Thirty years of seclusion have given him a deeper understanding of the Dugu Nine Swords."
"Although his talent wasn't particularly high, he still managed to break through to the Ninth Heaven Realm of the Free and Unfettered Heaven Realm."
Su Chen explained patiently.
"So that's it."
Yaoyue nodded.
It's normal that Feng Qingyang has been retired from the martial arts world for thirty years and is unknown to most people.
As for his cultivation level, Yaoyue didn't take it seriously.
Although they are all in the Free and Unfettered Heavenly Realm, there are different levels within it, namely Nine Heavens, Soaring, Great Free and Unfettered, and Half-Step Divine Travel.
The differences between each level are significant.
Feng Qingyang was only at the weakest level of the Nine Heavens Realm, while Yaoyue was already at the peak of the Great Freedom Realm.
The two are simply incomparable.
But looking at the entire martial arts world of the Ming Dynasty, being able to enter the Free and Unfettered Realm is already quite remarkable.
If this news gets out, the Huashan Sect will immediately become famous, and may even directly become a first-class sect.
Because Feng Qingyang is no ordinary sword immortal; the "Nine Swords of Dugu" he wields is the legacy of a land-based sword immortal!
At this point, everyone was filled with admiration for Su Chen.
He could readily recall all sorts of secrets and tales from around the world; his vast knowledge made him practically a celestial being.
"Mr. Su, where is Dugu Qiubai now?"
Li Hanyi asked the most crucial question.
Su Chen took a sip of tea, looked at the expectant eyes of everyone, and slowly said:
"After Dugu Qiubai returned to the Jianghu of the Song Dynasty, he lamented that no swordsman in the world could rival him, and he felt particularly lost."
"So he chose to shelve his sword and retire to a desolate grave on the outskirts of Xiangyang, keeping company with an eagle, and thus withdrew from the martial world."
"Looking back on Dugu Qiubai's life, from iron sword to soft sword, then to heavy sword, then to wooden sword, and finally to the state of no sword, he can be called a grandmaster of swordsmanship."
"But ultimately, his vision was limited. He didn't know how vast the world was, how many masters there were, and that the end of the sword path was still a vast ocean."
"In the very year he sheathed his sword and went into seclusion, in the Jianghu of Liyang, seven hundred thousand miles away, the Sword God Li Chungang was at the height of his power, his sleeves fluttering with green snakes, and with a single sword, he cleaved open the gates of heaven!"
"Even a strongman like Li Chungang is not the ultimate master of swordsmanship."
"If Dugu Qiubai knew about these people, he would never have lived out his life alone."
"Unfortunately, he didn't know that in the end he could only leave behind three sighs and pass away with regret."
"Alas! To search my whole life for a worthy opponent and not find one, how unbearably lonely!"
"Alas! The heroes are helpless, and the long swords are useless; how tragic!"
"Alas! Since Dugu Qiubai is invincible, he shall bury his sword in the Sword Tomb and never be born again in this life."
Silence fell over the hall once again.
If Su Chen hadn't mentioned it, no one would have imagined that a land-based sword immortal was hidden in the desolate mountains outside Xiangyang City!
In the year that Dugu Qiubai went into seclusion, the Sword God Li Chungang rose to prominence like the rising sun.
This made the group feel even more sorry for Dugu Qiubai's reclusion.
If Dugu Qiubai had met Li Chungang, and other swordsmen even stronger than Li Chungang, what would the situation be like now?
Chapter 5 If Yi is Willing
Li Hanyi's eyes hardened even more after learning Dugu Qiubai's location.
At the same time, she made up her mind and said in a deep voice:
"Thank you, Mr. Su, for your guidance."
"This kindness cannot be repaid with a single sword dance."
"For the next ten years, I, Li Hanyi, will serve as Mr. Su's bodyguard and obey his orders."
"Anyone in the world who dares to oppose Mr. Su is an enemy of me, Li Hanyi."
These words were spoken with such force and conviction that they surprised everyone present.
This means that Li Hanyi has sold herself to Su Chen for the past ten years, which is quite a high price to pay.
Only Sikong Changfeng was not surprised; instead, he showed a thoughtful expression.
In his view, Li Hanyi was using this method to express her love to Su Chen.
Li Hanyi is not good at expressing her emotions, so she can only convey her feelings through this method.
Yaoyue glanced meaningfully at Li Hanyi and said coldly, "I'll take my leave now and visit Mr. Su again in seven days."
Sikong Changfeng coughed twice and said somewhat awkwardly, "Palace Mistress Yaoyue, I'm really sorry, I've already arranged Mr. Su's time in seven days."
Upon hearing this, Yaoyue frowned slightly, but since this was Snow Moon City's territory, she couldn't afford to lose her temper. She could only suppress her anger and ask:
"Has no one made any more reservations since then?"
"No, no more," Sikong Changfeng replied hastily.
Yaoyue said, "Alright! To avoid any unforeseen complications, I will stay on the sixteenth floor of the Ascension Pavilion for the time being. Do the two city lords have any objections?"
Sikong Changfeng smiled and said, "We are more than happy to have Palace Master Yaoyue guard the sixteenth floor, so why would we have any objections?"
This is a help that came to our doorstep, and it can also enhance the reputation of Snowmoon City.
"That's good."
Inviting the moon nodded in satisfaction.
With her guarding the sixteenth floor, anyone who wants to see Su Chen has to get past her first, and no one can cut in line anymore.
As Yaoyue, Lianxing, and Sikong Changfeng left one after another.
Li Hanyi also kept her promise and performed a sword dance for Su Chen once again.
Driven by the sword intent of "Snow Fills the Sky," snowflakes fluttered down from the sky, each one like a sharp blade.
Li Hanyi danced gracefully amidst the swirling snowflakes, her beauty captivating all who beheld her.
The sixteenth floor of the Ascension Pavilion.
Inviting the moon to pick up a cup of hot tea, the icy sword intent permeating the air instantly cooled the tea.
"Such a powerful sword intent. Just as I expected, the Snow Moon Sword Immortal's strength is comparable to mine."
"Invite the Moon," she said earnestly.
Lianxing said, "Sword Immortal Xueyue is indeed powerful. He has reached the Great Freedom Realm at such a young age. It is only a matter of time before he can break through to the Divine Travel Profound Realm."
"The Divine Realm? Once we receive guidance from Mr. Su, we'll also have a chance to break through to the Divine Realm."
"Invite the moon," she said confidently.
Lianxing asked, "Does Sister really believe that Mr. Su can predict what we want?"
"I was a little skeptical at first, but after hearing what Mr. Su said today, I am now 70% confident."
"The remaining three points just need to be verified once more."
"Invite the Moon to speak calmly."
Lianxing asked curiously, "How do we verify it?"
Yaoyue said, "Didn't Mr. Su say that the Huashan Sect has a reclusive sword immortal named Feng Qingyang? As long as we release the news, someone will naturally verify it for us."
Lianxing's eyes lit up upon hearing this, and she nodded, saying, "Sister is truly brilliant. If this Master Tianji in Snow Moon City can accurately predict events in the martial arts world of the Ming Dynasty, it will prove that he truly has the ability to glimpse the secrets of heaven."
After discussing it, the two immediately arranged for their men to return to the martial arts world of the Ming Dynasty and spread the secrets revealed by Su Chen.
Inside the council hall of Snowmoon City.
Sikong Changfeng wielded his pen swiftly, filling an entire sheet of paper with what Su Chen had said that day.
Then he summoned a guard, handed him the paper, and said in a deep voice, "Send these contents out in batches to all the major sects."
He did this not to test Su Chen's abilities, but to enhance Su Chen's reputation.
These secrets, once they spread, will surely cause a sensation, and the name "Celestial Immortal" will be known throughout the world.
Although Su Chen did not officially join Snow Moon City, he was still a close associate of the city and lived in the Ascending Heaven Pavilion.
In the future, masters from all over the world will come to draw lots, and the reputation of Snowmoon City will naturally increase.
Of course, he did not reveal all the secrets, including the exact location of Dugu Qiubai.
Because Dugu Qiubai was a true land-based sword immortal, having already broken through to the realm of land-based sword immortal sixty years ago.
If his hiding place is revealed carelessly, disturbing his secluded life, Snowmoon City cannot afford to offend him.
The seventeenth floor of the Dengtian Pavilion.