Chapter 4: The Chaotic World of Martial Arts

  "Initial task completed, completion grade evaluation: Excellent. Task rewards are as follows——"

  "Reward host initial startup cultivation: ten years. Automatically start when the host learns the first set of internal skill mind method."

  "Yilin's favorability +60, Hengshan Sect's favorability +10."

  "Tanba Kō's Affinity +50."

  "Reputation in Jianghu +10."

  "Life recovery speed +100%."

  Chen Xiao was truly overjoyed this time after hearing the reward given by the system.

  Ten years of cultivation! That's a full ten years of cultivation! And it was a systematic reward, absolutely no discount at all!

  Also comes with good feelings, Jianghu prestige, especially the last one, life recovery speed +100, which is twice that of ordinary people! And later on, after learning internal skills and having internal strength, the recovery speed of injuries will definitely be faster!

  Is there an indestructible Little Qiang?!!

  Does the protagonist have a template-level physique?!!

  The reward for Chen Xiao has been announced. The system's voice sounded again: "Mainline mission target: None, random trigger."

  Haha, this is the best. It seems that I have a high degree of freedom and won't be controlled by this system for my entire life. This is really the most delightful thing today.

  Chen Xiao was delighted, and Tian Boguang was also in a great mood. Although Yilin, the cooked duck, had come back to life and become his third sister, it wasn't so bad after all. He immediately pulled up the two sleeves, laughed loudly and said: "Brother, third sister, forget about Brother Waste's nonsense, let's go! Not far ahead is Hengyang, where the Group Jade Garden is said to have many beautiful girls, let's go there for a drink!"

  Yi Lin immediately knew that the name "Qun Yu Yuan" was not a decent place, and hastily distinguished: "Amitabha, monks cannot drink alcohol."

  But she knew it was a bit of a killjoy, so she quickly apologized and said: "However, Brother Tian and Brother Chen can drink, I'll just have some water."

  Chen Xiao naturally also knew that this little girl was kind-hearted, and didn't say much more. He just laughed loudly: "This is great! Big brother, let's go drink! If one can get drunk 36,000 times in their life, it's as if they're a god!"

  In the era of the earth, Chen Xiao had a chivalrous heart and was extremely fond of drinking. Now that he heard Tian Boguang wanted to invite him for a drink, he was naturally overjoyed.

  The three of them immediately packed up and set off. Tian Boguang carefully bandaged Chen Xiao's wound, then they followed the small path down the mountain.

  Chen Xiao had just crossed over and didn't dare to run around randomly. Now that Tian Boguang was leading the way, he naturally felt at ease.

  Three men went down the mountain, and on the road, Tian Boguang walked and self-blamed: "Brother, at that time I was a bit heavy-handed, you mustn't take it to heart. Otherwise, after a while, you'll cut seventeen or eighteen knives on me, and we'll be even!"

  Tian Boguang, although called "Wanli Duxing", was actually very generous and once he recognized someone as a brother, there was no going back. Chen Xiao couldn't really cut him down, so he laughed: "Big brother, what are you saying? I've taken a few knives, but I've gained an older brother and a younger sister, my heart is happy, it's just a minor flesh wound, no big deal, haha."

  "Good fellow!"

  Tian Boguang gave a thumbs up and burst out laughing.

  Yi Lin also felt that Tian Bo Guang and Chen Xiao, although standing on opposite sides of right and wrong, were actually very similar in character. She found it amusing to watch from the side.

  The three of them walked and laughed for a while, before Chen Xiao suddenly remembered something and asked, "I've been meaning to ask, but I haven't had the chance yet - Sister Yilin, where are you planning on going after coming down from the mountain?"

  His words are carefully chosen, and although this world is currently set in the background of "The Smiling, Proud Wanderer", it may also include characters from "The Legend of the Condor Hero". However, we must get to the bottom of things and determine the timing of some major historical events.

  These two worlds are mixed together, and major historical events must have changed. If you don't listen clearly, you'll be like a headless fly, running around everywhere, which is not a good thing.

  Yi Lin said in a low voice, "I got separated from my master and sisters halfway, I was going to attend Liu Zhengfeng's Golden Basin Washing Hands celebration in Hengyang."

  Liu Zhengfeng's Golden Basin Washing Hands Ceremony, huh? This event node is indeed known. Chen Xiao thought of this place and the system voice sounded again: "Mainline task triggered, participate in Liu Zhengfeng's Golden Basin Washing Hands Ceremony. Branch task, none for now, random trigger."

  Wow, triggered so quickly? It seems that this task has uncertainty, and it should be related to the interaction between oneself and the surrounding environment as well as with people in the world.

  Golden basin washing hands, this go take a look is also good. Just right to take a look, the change of this world is really big.

  It has been confirmed that there are backgrounds of Xiao Ao and She Diao, will others also have them?

  Chen Xiao first said to Yi Lin, "When we arrive at Hengyang, let's have you meet Master first, so they won't worry." Then Chen Xiao asked Da Ge Tian Bo Guang, "Big Brother, what are the high-level experts on the Jianghu? I'm also considered a part of it now, right? Haha, I need to know some things, otherwise I might offend some seniors and that wouldn't be good."

  Mentioning this, Tian Boguang's lightness skill is outstanding, and the more he walks, the broader his vision. Asking him is indeed asking the right person.

  Tian Boguang burst out laughing, "Haha", and patted his chest with a loud "thud" that echoed through the mountains. He proudly said: "Brother, you've asked the right person! Haha. If we're talking about the top masters in the world, we have to mention the founder of Wudang Sect, Zhang Sanfeng; the current leader of Ming Cult, Zhang Wuji; the national teacher of Xiyu, Kumarajiva; the leader of Dayan and Yinyue Cults, Dongfang Bubai; as well as the great yin-yang master of the imperial palace, Huang Zhen. And then there's the Sword Devil Dugu Qiubai, who is rarely seen but always heard from. As for the person you disguised as earlier, Eastern Heretic Huang Yaoshi, along with Western Venom Ouyang Feng, Nine-fingered Divine Beggar Hong Qigong, Southern Emperor One Lamp Master, and Central Divine Wang Chongyang - they were known as the Five Greatest in the world. Unfortunately, Wang Zhenren left us too early, so now there are only four of them left."

  As soon as he finished speaking, Tian Boguang suddenly showed a look of yearning on his face and muttered to himself: "Besides, I've also heard that the Little Dragon Girl of the Ancient Tomb Sect is a national beauty with a heavenly fragrance, only unfortunately, I have never had the chance to see her, what a pity, what a pity!"

  He was talking straight and kicking his thigh, but Chen Xiao almost accidentally bit off his tongue.

  Flabbergasted.

  Zhang Sanfeng Zhang Wuji, those are characters from "The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber", while Qiu Moyin is from "The Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils". Dongfang Bubai naturally doesn't need to be mentioned, it's the most likable Dongfang Bubai from "New Smiling Proud Wanderer"......

  There is also the Five Unique Ones under Heaven, and Xiaolongnü of the Ancient Tomb Sect...

  "The Eagle Shooting Heroes" and "The Divine Eagle Hero" these two classics are also revived...

  There's even a great Yin-Yang Master Huang and Sword Demon Du Guo Xiu, damn it! This transmigration method is indeed wrong, I'm screwed!

  What a mess it would be if these five books were mixed together!!!

  This is just a top-notch master, the first-rate masters below... and the most exaggerated Sweeping Monk in "Tian Long"! And what about those main characters? What about those main characters?

  Compared with these top-notch experts, I'm afraid they are still not in the same league?

  This great martial arts world is also too scamming, right?!

  But this is still not what makes Chen Xiao most depressed.

  The most depressing thing is that the background of these five books is mixed together, and many historical events with major turning points that were previously known may not have happened or have already occurred.

  Let's just say, Zhang Wuji this indecisive guy, now became the leader of Ming Cult, naturally he has mastered Jiu Yang Shen Gong and Qian Kun Da Nuo Yi. If he is like this, what about other main characters? Duan Yu, Xuzhu, Xiao Feng, Linghu Chong and Guo Jing Yang Guo? Heaven knows what state they are in now!

  Moreover, Jianmo Dugu is still alive, and Huang Zong, who wrote the Nine Yin Scripture, has not died either...

  And coupled with this crappy martial arts system...

  Goddess sister, take me back to Earth, this world is too terrifying...

  After hearing these words, Chen Xiao, who still had some confidence left, instantly lost his composure.

  He doesn't necessarily want to seize others' martial arts, but he's got to have some capital to make a living, right?

  Damn you system, you can't make me run naked!

  What to do? What should I do? Do I really have to go to Fuzhou Yangyang Lane...

  Just by looking at Chen Xiao's expression, Tian Boguang could guess that he was worried about not having any martial arts skills. Chen Xiao was a chivalrous person who would definitely help those in need, but as an ordinary person, it wasn't safe for him to keep doing so. After some thought, Tian Boguang said with a smile: "Brother, are you worried about not having any martial arts skills? Haha, actually, it's no big deal. Why don't I teach you my Crazy Wind Knife technique and the Divine Movement Bodyguard style? That way, at least you'll have something to protect yourself with."

  The martial arts learned by the people in the jianghu, are absolutely not easily passed on to outsiders. However, Chen Xiao's personality is extremely favorable towards Tian Boguang, they are like two brothers, and it's not some kind of unparalleled skill, so even if he passes it on, he won't mind that much.

  But having never eaten pork, at least he had seen pigs run; learning someone else's martial arts was a major taboo in the Jianghu, so Chen Xiao hastily refused, saying: "No need, big brother, this martial art is one's livelihood, how can it be easily passed on to others? I'm not yet in trouble with anyone too powerful, when encountering senior experts just being careful and avoiding them is enough."

  Tian Boguang suddenly became angry and said: "Brother, you have a broad mind, but you can't avoid meeting those who are not tall and hold guns to bully the weak. What if I'm not by your side at that time? Wouldn't you be at a disadvantage? Anyway, my Crazy Wind Knife Method and Divine Step Escort aren't precious things, so I'll teach them to you. Just listen to big brother!"

  Yi Lin stole a glance at Chen Xiao and whispered, "Chen Er Ge, learning some martial arts will allow you to save even more people."

  She is kind-hearted and knows that Chen Xiao has a good heart, so she starts from this point, thinking that Chen Xiao should not refuse again.

  As expected, after hearing Yilin's words, Chen Xiao thought carefully and indeed it was also this kind of reason.

  There is a way that everyone has a martial arts dream in their heart. In the previous life on Earth, Chen Xiao had always yearned to become a heroic and chivalrous knight-errant. It's not necessary to have extremely high martial arts skills, what's most important is to have a chivalrous and righteous heart.

  Now that it's come to this, I'll make sure to fulfill this dream. It's not like I came into this world just to take a stroll. Chen Xiao nodded in agreement: "Alright, I'll learn, I'll definitely learn, hehe." As she spoke, she glanced at Yi Lin standing beside her and continued: "And Tian Ge, why don't we get Yi Lin to learn together with me? Otherwise, I still won't be able to put my mind at ease."

  He didn't say that casually. Yilin's heart is naturally very good, but her martial arts skills are just average, and if she can learn a bit more, it will naturally bring more benefits.

  Tian Boguang would not refuse, and immediately agreed: "Good, when we arrive in Hengyang, the three of us will first have a good drink and meal. Then, we'll find a quiet place where I'll teach you both these two sets of skills. Although they're not top-notch martial arts, they can still be used for self-defense."

  Three people walked and chatted, heading south, and soon arrived at Hengyang County at the foot of Mount Heng. As soon as they entered the city, Chen Xiao saw many Jianghu men coming and going on the streets. He thought to himself: "It seems that this time Liu Zhengfeng's retirement ceremony is much grander than the scene in the original 'The Smiling, Proud Wanderer'. I wonder how many variables will arise."

  It's an incredibly chaotic world, and naturally many things have changed.

  At the very least, according to Tian Boguang's previous words, the top few people currently have martial arts skills that are roughly equal and not inferior to each other. With this speculation, the Hengshan Sect, one of the Five Mountain Sword Schools, should have a significant upgrade in strength. Liu Zhengfeng's martial arts skills naturally follow suit, and if things go wrong, they may not be much worse than those of other famous schools in other books.

  Three people entered a tailor's shop in the city, bought Chen Xiao a warrior's uniform. When Chen Xiao was dressed up, Tian Boguang and Yi Lin suddenly lit up, Yi Lin blushed, while Tian Boguang laughed loudly: "Brother is a handsome talent, good, good! Haha!"

  This change of clothes really makes one feel quite different.

  Chen Xiao felt a bit embarrassed: "Hehe, Tian Ge is overpraising me."

  The three of them chatted and laughed as they exited the tailor's shop, and after walking for a short while, Tian Boguang suddenly pointed to a place not far ahead, excitedly saying: "We're here! Look, isn't that the Group Jade Garden? Come on, let's go drink!"

  As expected, Chen Xiao followed Tian Boguang's pointing direction and saw a three-story building with a vast area. Two large red lanterns were hung at the door, and people came and went in a lively manner. Above the main gate, a huge plaque was hung with three big characters: "Qun Yu Yuan".

  Yi Lin only saw the attire of those guests, as well as the maids inside who were dressed like butterflies, and didn't dare follow Tian Bo Guang and Chen Xiao in. She stopped in her tracks, not daring to take another step, and joined her palms together, hesitating: "Tian big brother, Chen second brother, I...I won't go in after all..."

  She hadn't finished speaking, when Tian Boguang suddenly grabbed her arm and dragged her away, laughing as they walked: "What's there to be afraid of? We're just going in for a drink and a bite to eat. Besides, with Sanmei here keeping an eye on things, aren't you at ease? Ha ha! Come on, come on, let's go have some fun with the brothers! Don't worry, we won't get out of hand!"

  Chen Xiao couldn't help but laugh at the side, this Tian Boguang was indeed reckless, taking a young nun from the Hengshan Sect to drink flower wine, it's really surprising he came up with this idea.

  Yi Lin's face turned bright red with shame, but when she turned her head, she saw Chen Xiao's clear and pure eyes, and suddenly calmed down. She thought to herself: "The Buddha said, 'If I don't go to hell, who will?' Following the two brothers in is good too, just to keep an eye on them, lest they really get out of hand, that would be..."

  Yi Lin finally followed Tian Bo Guang and Chen Xiao into the Jade Garden with a slightly awkward expression.