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The two then used this invisible force to exchange blows more than thirty times.

Seeing that Ji Boying was still standing on the treetop with a calm and composed demeanor, Jiumozhi silently felt that he had fallen into a disadvantageous position.

Jiumozhi thought that Ji Boying, being a young genius, was skilled in martial arts and had mastered some powerful techniques, so he could unleash such power and contend with him for a short time.

However, given his young age and insufficient internal strength, continuous combat over time will eventually lead to a depletion of his internal energy.

But now, after using this invisible palm force to counter more than thirty moves, Jiumozhi had to catch his breath.

Ji Boying, however, remained calm and composed, appearing serene and unperturbed.

This is probably not only due to his profound skill, but also to his extraordinary internal energy, which is authentic and pure, continuous and uninterrupted, and has an extremely fast recovery speed.

Jiumozhi judged that Mount Zhongnan was also a blessed land for Daoism, recalling that Ji Boying had claimed to be Qi Cultivator from Mount Zhongnan.

Given that he claims to be like this, it's clear that his palm strike, which has the overwhelming power of a dragon's roar, is not his strongest technique.

What I'm most proud of is my Qi cultivation skill.

Judging from his skill, he truly deserves the title of Qi Cultivator.

He not only possesses profound skill, but his internal energy cultivation is also absolutely extraordinary.

It may not be as good as the Minor Formless Skill in simulating the wonders of all martial arts, but its advantage lies in its purity.

His internal strength is refined and his internal power is enduring.

Such high-quality internal energy must also possess the wonders of healing and qi transformation.

"Amitabha! You are indeed a young hero, benefactor. I admire you greatly."

Jiumozhi voluntarily withdrew his attack.

In the final few exchanges, the dust in the air had almost completely dissipated.

Ji Boying's resounding dragon roar never diminished in the slightest.

Over there, Jiumozhi's invisible and shadowless fiery palm strike clashed with Ji Boying's deliberately revealed splitting Empty Palm Strike.

However, Jiumozhi still did not gain any advantage; the illness had already put him at a disadvantage.

Moreover, with both feet firmly planted on the ground, Jiumozhi could concentrate fully on channeling his power.

Ji Boying lightly touched the treetop with his left foot, unable to exert any force.

Having exchanged over thirty moves without falling behind, Ji Boying was clearly superior.

Perhaps in close combat, Jiumozhi, with his versatile and ruthless methods, could gain the upper hand against such a novice.

But it's unnecessary.

Jiumozhi was not entirely confident, and since there was no enmity between them, why would he create such a powerful enemy?

Ji Boying no longer looked down from his high position, but gracefully descended from the tree.

Ji Boying was also very satisfied with the power of Jiumozhi's Flame Blade.

Although the Flame Blade is based on palm force, it still has the suffix "blade" in its name.

Although it is not as powerful as the Eighteen Dragon Subduing Palms, its force is more solid and sharp.

This is exactly what Ji Boying needs right now.

Perhaps with his talent and current martial arts skills, he could combine this Empty Palm Strike with the Sword Light he has already mastered, and thus unleash a palm force similar to sword Sword Qi.

But it will take time, after all.

Now that it's readily available, there's no need to go through that trouble.

Moreover, being able to spar with Jiumozhi had always been something Ji Boying had been looking forward to.

"The Imperial Advisor's Flame Blade is indeed quite powerful. I wonder if we could part with it?"

Ji Boying got straight to the point.

Such a frank attitude made Jiumozhi hesitate a bit.

Unexpectedly, Ji Boying went straight to the point.

After all, the Flame Blade is his best weapon right now.

It can barely be considered my most treasured skill.

But Jiumozhi was not one to be bound by trivialities.

"It is an honor for me that you would take a liking to my Flame Blade. Are you willing to exchange it for the force of your Empty Palm Strike just now?"

Jiumozhi was also very much looking forward to it.

Ji Boying's Empty Palm Strike technique was unique and rarely seen in the world.

Each palm strike generates tremendous force, no less powerful than the force exerted by a bare hand.

The dragon-like roar that pierced the air was both his weakness and a display of his power.

Jiumozhi was confident that if he mastered this skill, he could eliminate the sound and transform it into an invisible palm force like the Flame Blade, which would naturally be even more powerful.

Jiumozhi even suspected that this palm technique didn't need to be so ostentatious in the first place.

Ji Boying shook his head with some regret.

He said very sincerely to Jiumozhi, "This Empty Palm Strike is a technique I created by combining the palm techniques of several schools. Other techniques don't matter, but it is based on the Eighteen Dragon Subduing Palms."

"Although I have no sectarian bias, I cannot casually pass on the Beggar Gang's Sect's martial arts. If you don't mind, I can shave off the Eighteen Dragon Subduing Palms from this palm technique and pass it on to you. The other palm techniques it contains are also unique. The Imperial Advisor can also incorporate the other palm forces into it, making it an extremely powerful martial art."

The value of this Empty Palm Strike surpasses that of Jiumozhi's Flame Blade.

When Jiumozhi heard the words "Eighteen Dragon Subduing Palms," his eyes lit up.

But it's still a bit of a regret that I couldn't receive the instruction.

Although exchanging the incomplete reward for the Flame Blade is an equal exchange, I still feel a bit disappointed.

"I also have the Demon-Subduing Fist, the Firm-Breaking Divine Claw, and the Heart Severing Palm. If the Imperial Advisor still feels it's not enough, I can add the Iron Palm Technique. These skills are also rare and unique techniques in this world. The Imperial Advisor will definitely not suffer any loss."

Ji Boying spoke, he casually demonstrated a few moves.

Indeed, they are all incredibly powerful.

The moves were exquisite and the power was immense.

Naturally, all of this greatly appealed to Jiumozhi.

Ji Boying had other conditions that could sway Jiumozhi's heart.

"If you don't think much of my skills, I have information about a Shaolin martial art. With the Imperial Advisor's skills, it will be a piece of cake."

Jiumozhi raised an eyebrow.

Although the Beggar Gang' Sect is powerful, when it comes to martial arts, the Shaolin Temple is still the Mount Tai.

"I wonder what kind of kung fu it is?"

"Muscle Tendon Changing Scripture" (Muscle/Tendon Changing Classic).

"Muscle Tendon Changing Scripture!"

Jiumozhi was startled.

"That's right, it is the Muscle Tendon Changing Scripture. However, the Muscle Tendon Changing Scripture Shaolin cannot fathom its mysteries, so they keep it hidden away and the defenses are not very tight. I know its location, so the Imperial Advisor can just go there and capture it with ease."

Ji Boying laughed as he spoke.

"Of course, this depends on the Imperial Advisor's trust in me and his confidence in my ability to lie. However, the fact that I have presented these amazing martial arts manuals is enough to show my sincerity. I have no intention of getting something for nothing, and there is indeed no need to deceive the Imperial Advisor."

Jiumozhi nodded repeatedly.

His hands were hidden in his sleeves, and he couldn't help but clench them together, the veins bulging. He remained outwardly calm, but his heart was pounding.

So how should we choose?

The Muscle Tendon Changing Scripture/Tendon Changing Classic) seems like a mirage, while these profound martial arts are right before our eyes.

But when Jiumozhi looked up at Ji Boying's young face, he hesitated to make a decision that should have been easy.

"Benefactor, could you please give me half of the manual first? I will give you the Flame Blade, but I will not look at this manual. I will only allow myself to think about it. If I make up my mind and choose the Muscle Tendon Changing Scripture Jing, I will return the manual to you intact. If you want the manual, please give me the other half."

Ji Boying naturally had no objections.

He didn't really care that these secret manuals in his possession would be leaked.

As long as it doesn't fall into the hands of someone you dislike, it doesn't matter what happens.

However, it cannot be said that Ji Boying disliked Jiumozhi.

"There's no need for that. The Imperial Advisor can look through one of the volumes first. If he chooses the Muscle Tendon Changing Scripture, this volume can be given to Imperial Advisor as a bonus."

Such magnanimity and generosity truly impressed Jiumozhi.

My heart was filled with joy; I was truly amazed by Ji Boying's wealth and power.

His dissatisfaction with Southern Murong grew even stronger.

In comparison, Southern Murong was truly petty and narrow-minded.

"Your generosity is truly admirable, benefactor. This humble monk is deeply impressed."

Although Jiumozhi said he wouldn't look at it, he was actually very anxious and itching to do so.

How could a Martial Arts Fanatic like him possibly resist?

Ji Boying's generosity truly relieved his worries.

He had spent all his energy studying a manual during the time it took to make the decision. Even if other manuals were placed in front of him, he wouldn't have acted like a faithless person.

Although he didn't really care much about keeping promises, he couldn't be indifferent when the person in question was Ji Boying.

With Ji Boying's permission, the Imperial Advisor first turned to one page of each of the secret manuals.

Then he immediately made a decision to take the Iron Palm Technique into his hands.

The name of this palm technique book is simple and doesn't sound very impressive.

However, in terms of its exquisite skill, it is only slightly inferior to the Eighteen Dragon Subduing Palms.

Compared to the complete Nine Yin Manual, it is naturally inferior.

However, compared to the skills recorded in the second volume of the Nine Yin Manual, it is naturally far superior to any single technique therein.

Although he only flipped through one page of each manual, Jiumozhi still managed to discern the truth from the falsehood.

He couldn't wait to flip through the Iron Palm Technique book.

Whether or not we need Ji Boying's secret manual later, this is a freebie.

He handed over the Flame Blade, still somewhat afraid that Ji Boying might change his mind.

Ji Boying took the Flame Blade and examined it carefully.

The two of them sitting here in the woods actually looked quite harmonious.

The three manuals— Nine Yin Divine Claw, Great Demon Subduing Fist, and Heart Severing Palm —were casually tossed onto the ground between the two.

This Flame Blade can unleash several palm strikes, and it can also transform palm strikes into blade energy, making it truly slash like a sword.

Its sharpness surpasses even the sharpest weapon.

The Six Meridian Divine Sword can condense Sword Qi into swords, and all six swords can be drawn simultaneously in the hand to form a sword array. This is because the Sword Qi is treated as a sword, not as a laser beam.

In terms of solidity, the Flame Blade is slightly inferior to the Six Meridian Divine Sword.

It can only be released, not twisted into a knife.

However, each has its own unique uses.

In Ji Boying's hands, there is naturally a mysterious aspect to it that allows for alternative approaches.

The great way is simple. The Flame Blade is very mysterious, but the manual for it is not very thick.

Ji Boying finished reading the Flame Blade, Jiumozhi was rapidly practicing his Iron Palm Technique, had only managed to read half of it.

Looking at the prompts on the panel, Ji Boying knew this was the real deal.

However, Ji Boying didn't need to use any shortcuts or simplified methods to practice the Flame Blade.

The saying goes, "If you understand one thing, you will understand everything." Martial arts masters can naturally apply their knowledge to other things. With profound internal strength, they can learn other skills very quickly.

Ji Boying has now mastered far more than one technique; he has reached perfection in countless full-length sword techniques.

It's already been eighty or ninety calls.

By drawing inferences from one instance to another, one can take advantage of one's profound internal strength, unless the skill requires special mental discipline or training materials.

Even the Flame Blade, which relies solely on natural talent, can be mastered in an instant.

Ji Boying only thought about the flow of meridians once in his mind.

He gently channeled a wisp of internal energy, which began to travel along the meridians in his arm.

The palm force can only be concentrated at the edge of the palm, transforming into blade energy, shrinking in size, and solidifying in strength.

He casually swung it to his side.

Dead branches, withered leaves, and dust were scattered on the ground.

Immediately, a knife mark, though not very deep, was left on the ground to the right.

Jiumozhi involuntarily stopped turning the pages of the book.

Even Bao Xiang's solemn face was filled with surprise and disappointment.

It seemed to be on the verge of collapse, and I could hardly believe it.

How could there be such a prodigy? He mastered the Flame Blade after only reading the manual once.

He spent many years mastering this Flame Blade technique.

Jiumozhi's facial muscles twitched twice, he gritted his teeth, and made up his mind.

Although he made the decision, he remained silent and turned his head to continue reviewing the Iron Palm Technique.

Ji Boying ignored his thoughts, transformed into the Flame Blade, and slowly increased its power, unleashing the complete Flame Blade.

The palm strike was no longer directed at the ground.

He unleashed a Flame Blade at the massive tree in front of him, which was so large that it would take one person to encircle it, leaving a deep gash on the trunk.

The marks could only be made by a strong man wielding a large, sharp sword.

Ji Boying swung his knife a second time, sending wood chips flying, and he split the thick tree trunk in half.

Ji Boying swung his knife three times, and the tree snapped in two, the upper half of the trunk and its lush canopy falling from mid-air.

Ji Boying swung his knife three more times at the fallen tree trunk, but it didn't seem particularly sharp, and few wood chips flew out.

It was as simple as a red-hot knife cutting through fat, smoothly slicing the tree trunk into four sections without any hindrance.

Jiumozhi's forehead was sweating, and his eyes were slightly bloodshot.

His breathing was somewhat labored.

But they still ignored it.

At this point, he didn't care about saving face anymore. He just told Ji Boying to wait aside, because he was determined to watch the remaining quarter of the Iron Palm Technique.

A while later...

After reading the manual, Jiumozhi closed it and, without batting an eye, spoke to Ji Boying.

"This humble monk desires information about the Muscle Tendon Changing Scripture Classic)."

If it were any other martial arts practitioner, they would naturally feel extremely ashamed.

By speaking in this way, it's clear that a decision was made early on.

A person who cares about their reputation naturally wouldn't take advantage of this and would insist on reading the entire manual before asking for the other person's information.

But Jiumozhi clearly disregarded these things.

The Flame Blade technique that I had practiced for many years was something someone else could use after just one look.

With such martial arts skills and such talent, how could I possibly catch up with him if I practiced the same techniques?

No matter how much you practice the secret manuals you get from him, it's useless.

For now, the only option is probably to pin my hopes on the legendary Muscle Tendon Changing Scripture Classic) to help me reach a higher level.

Ji Boying did not blame Jiumozhi for his behavior.

Having obtained the Flame Blade, he was already quite satisfied. He had also exchanged blows with the legendary Jiumozhi, and was in a very good mood.

There are few in the world who can fight Jiumozhi to a draw, but today Jiumozhi has encountered one.

Nature is a very interesting scene.

In addition, given Ji Boying's current martial arts skills, he no longer takes these secret manuals very seriously.

He then openly told Jiumozhi where the Muscle Tendon Changing Scripture) was kept at Shaolin Temple.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries and some shared experiences with the Flame Blade, they both found it very helpful.

They then said their goodbyes and left.

Following the trail left by A'Zhu and the others, Ji Boying continued his pursuit towards the Apricot Forest.