One Yang Finger

Reverend Yideng couldn't help but frown and look distressed.

He made no attempt to hide his reluctance.

It may seem like she's completely naive, but it's actually a clever tactic.

He felt he owed Ji Boying too much, and he would feel guilty if he didn't pass it on, but he really didn't want to.

If someone deliberately shows their unwillingness on their face, and the person sitting opposite them is a proud and upright person, seeing such a face will inevitably make them unhappy, and they will not be willing to force the other person.

But Reverend Yideng really overestimated Ji Boying.

He's not the kind of person who'd rather suffer than save face.

They still seemed oblivious to Master Yideng's reluctance and the difficulty on his face.

His eyes shone brightly, full of eager anticipation, as if he had already made the promise and was just waiting for Master Yideng to bring out the secret manual.

Master Yideng was filled with sorrow, and his beard trembled.

"This... this..."

"This One Yang Finger is nothing special; it's just a little bit effective for acupressure and healing."

"Your skill is now unparalleled in the martial arts world. I'm afraid even the martial arts of Island Master Huang and Gang Leader Hong are no match for you now."

"Naturally, it far surpasses the skill of this old monk who has only practiced the One Yang Finger Divine Skill. Such a skill is truly useless to you, benefactor. What benefit would you gain from practicing it?"

Master Yideng racked his brains, hoping to dissuade Ji Boying from his idea.

"Your skill is far superior to the three of us, and Ouyang Feng is certainly no match for you. Back then, Mr. Wang Chongyang wanted to learn my One Yang Finger Skill only because he was already terminally ill, so he used the One Yang Finger Skill to increase his chances of success."

"If you want to deal with Ouyang Feng now, why would you need the One Yang Finger Skill to get in the way?"

Master Yideng forced a smile, "Besides, if this One Yang Finger isn't used to fight enemies, it's only good for healing."

"I see that the internal energy that Botong and Ying Gu have been practicing these days is the new one that you have taught them. It is not only a traditional Daoist secret technique, but also has the wonder of dissolving true energy. It is pure and profound, nourishing the lungs and internal organs, and is unfathomable."

"I've also heard that you've practiced the Nine Yin Manual, which contains methods for healing. Combined with your current Xuanmen internal energy, it might not be able to bring you back from the dead, but it could certainly snatch your life from the clutches of Yama."

"Whether it's martial arts or medicine, you already have something far superior to the One Yang Finger Divine Skill, so why bother practicing this superfluous skill?"

Master Yideng spoke a series of self-deprecating words.

He just smiled, wishing he could banish the One Yang Finger Skill to the earth.

Ji Boying, however, pretended to be ignorant.

"Well!"

"Why be so modest, Master?"

"What are these petty tricks of a junior compared to those of a master?"

Seeing Ji Boying's extremely respectful demeanor, Master Yideng's heart pounded, and he had a bad feeling.

"The Dali Duan Family has a reputation for its One Yang Finger Divine Skill that has been renowned for many years. Who in the world does not know it? I am fortunate enough to witness it today. It is truly a blessing that I have accumulated over many years."

He spoke as if he had truly learned it.

Yideng smiled awkwardly.

"To my shame, the Duan Family of Dali has always kept the One Yang Finger Skill within their own family, only teaching it to the Duan Family members themselves. It has never been passed on to outsiders..."

"Ha ha."

Ji Boying interrupted Yideng smile.

"I knew that the master was no ordinary person. Having entered the Buddhist order, he had long since abandoned sectarianism and opened the door to all kinds of conveniences. He even passed on martial arts techniques that were passed down only to his master, Wang Chongyang. It is truly a blessing for my master and me to be friends with someone like the master."

"Ah, this... this... Amitabha."

The master, with his palms clasped together, was speechless and could only recite a Buddhist chant to calm himself down.

"You think too highly of me, benefactor. I am but a mortal. To be honest, my master was critically ill back then, otherwise I would never have been able to pass on this knowledge."

"Although I have become a monk, I learned this One Yang Finger Divine Skill from the Duan Family. Without their permission, I really cannot act on my own."

Master Yideng was also cornered. He knew that if he continued to be ambiguous, he would not be able to get away with it. So he had no choice but to suppress his shame and make things clear.

I owe Ji Boying a great favor, and I can only find a way to repay him in the future.

At this point, all we can do is continue to owe them money.

Ji Boying's smile faded somewhat.

It's definitely not that easy to get away with something vague.

They stopped pretending and became frank and open.

"I am aware of your worries, Master. I only hope that you will have the mercy to let me take a look at this One Yang Finger."

"Forehead..."

Ji Boying stood between the two, preventing Master Yideng from refusing.

"Master, please let me finish speaking."

"Please speak, benefactor."

"What the master is worried about is that I am a layman and a disciple of another school, so he cannot pass on the One Yang Finger Skill to me."

"These are all minor matters. The One Yang Finger has entered my ear and will never leave my mouth again. I can assure the master that I only use this skill for my own entertainment and will never pass it on to anyone else."

Master Yideng remained silent in contemplation.

Ji Boying observed Yideng's expression and continued to persuade him.

"I am willing to exchange the Nine Yin Manual with you, Master, and I will never let you lose out on this deal."

Yideng smiled.

"You misunderstand, benefactor. I am only trying to repay your kindness and I would never covet your martial arts skills. I absolutely cannot accept the Nine Yin Manual."

Ji Boying knew that Yideng was unwilling, not because he was waiting for a higher price, but because mentioning the Nine Yin Manual was just to show his attitude.

"Ha, as you know, Master, Guo Jing and Zhou Botong have both practiced my internal energy cultivation techniques, Island Master Huang and Gang Leader Hong have also seen my swordsmanship. I am not stingy with any of my skills, whether they are profound or rudimentary, and I am willing to share them all with everyone. What do you think, Master?"

Yideng was quite impressed.

"Your kindness is magnanimous, upright, and without any prejudice. You are sincere and trustworthy. I truly admire you."

Ji Boying was not only generous, but also very tactful.

He can teach his own kung fu to others at will, but he will never pass on the kung fu of Peach Blossom Island, especially the Eighteen Dragon Subduing Palms, without the original owner's permission.

"Since you say so, Master, you should know that I am not a greedy and self-serving person. My desire for the One Yang Finger Skill is not like Ouyang Feng's, who collected various martial arts and competed to be the best in the world to satisfy his own ambition."

"I simply love martial arts, want to learn from others, and only seek self-cultivation. I even didn't care about the emperor's throne and pushed Guo Jing to the forefront. I am by no means an ambitious person who covets power and influence."

"I can assure you, Master, that once you pass on this skill to me, I will never reveal a single word to anyone else, and I will live in seclusion in the deep mountains to pursue the pinnacle of martial arts."

"In this way, it's no different from my Honored Master Wang Chongyang taking the One Yang Finger into his coffin. Master, you are wise."

Yideng put his palms together in prayer.

"Amitabha!"

Only then did he smile, raise his eyes, and finally make a decision.

He took the manual out of his bosom again.

"I have long had this intention, and looking around, this is the only thing I have that is enough to repay your kindness. However, due to the Duan Family's status, I cannot speak up easily."

"What you say is sincere and trustworthy, reasonable and well-founded. I have been persuaded and have no worries about the future, so it is only right that I help you achieve your goal."

Ji Boying took the One Yang Finger Skill manual, clapped his hands and laughed.