I began to understand the myriad things by chopping wood

Chapter 144 Strength improvement
Xie Yuan saw Cui Zhi staring at him intently, and immediately understood what he meant.

Are you trying to invite me to join the Sword Sect to learn swordsmanship?

Just now I heard that it wasn't me who became his disciple, and he seemed to be indifferent...

It seems that after the competition, the knowledgeable Deacon Cui also changed his opinion of himself.

Xie Yuan fell into deep thought, thinking.

There is no doubt that the Yunshan Sword Sect is a top-level sect for cultivation and a very superior platform.

Even though Xie Yuan seemed to have easily defeated the outstanding disciple of this sect, looking at the entire Yunshan Sword Sect, Huang Zifeng was just a beginner. His age was similar to his own.

But outside, for example in Yunzhao, Huang Zifeng is already an extremely outstanding martial artist, a master of the four training methods who has cultivated both internal and external skills and inherited the traditional martial arts. In Yunzhao County, except for Shen Longteng, he is invincible. The four major martial arts schools, including the Vajra Gate, would not be a match for this young disciple.

That is to say, Xie Yuan himself is special and has made great progress recently, otherwise he would not have won so easily. In fact, when he just destroyed the King Kong Sect and before he spent some time with Mu Chaoyun, I am afraid that Xie Yuan would not be able to win against Huang Zifeng.

Huang Zifeng was just starting out in Yunshan Sword Sect. However, any outer sect deacon of Yunshan Sword Sect was at the Qi and Blood Transformation stage with great strength.

Such a sect is unfathomable in strength, and it goes without saying that it has many skills, treasures, famous teachers and helpful friends. When practicing martial arts, one must also pay attention to money, friends, and places. No matter from which aspect, Yunshan Sword Sect is the best. If Xie Yuan can join Yunshan Sword Sect, his growth rate will definitely soar again.

The good thing about the Yunshan Sword Sect is its strength, but what makes Xie Yuan hesitant is that it is too strong.

There were countless masters in the sect, and Xie Yuan himself had many secrets. He didn't know whether those great practitioners could see the Golden Bell Cover, the Health-preserving Technique, the Black Heavenly Book, and even the faceplate.

He could tell these things to Mu Chaoyun, but not necessarily to his new fellow disciples and new master. Perhaps some of these things would be fine if known to others, but if all of them were seen through the extremely insightful eyes of the sword cultivators, he would not be able to predict what would happen.

Although the Yunshan Sword Sect had a very good reputation, and the sword cultivators were often aloof and arrogant, not greedy for others' advantage, Xie Yuan had something different. With these, he, a village woodcutter, had cultivated to a level that could defeat the sect's top disciples in less than a year. If he was with them day and night, how could he not be suspicious? There was no need to test human nature.

In addition, after three years in the outer sect, apart from observation and trial, he was afraid that he would not be able to learn the essence of the Sword Sect, so Xie Yuan made up his mind.

Seeing his expression change and about to speak, Cui Zhi quickly raised his hand to stop him:

"Little escort leader Xie, you should think about it carefully first. My Yunshan Sword Sect is the number one sect in Yunzhou and one of the most powerful sword sects in Dali Dynasty. I won't go into details about its strength. Although you are a latecomer, our sect never asks about the background of its members. As long as you are of the same path, you will have the opportunity to show your skills.

"Well, although you specialize in the way of the sword, there are similarities between swords and knives. You have mastered the sword skills to such an extent at such a young age. I think you have a talent for the way of the sword. Little Xie, the Yunshan Sword Sect has always been fond of talents. Joining the sect will be of great benefit to your practice. I am very optimistic about you."

Actually, I specialize in axes, which are more powerful than swordsmanship. I wonder if there are any similarities...

Seeing Cui Zhi's enthusiasm, Xie Yuan couldn't refuse directly, so he could only nod seriously:
"Joining the sect is a big deal. I'll be in the escort agency for some time. I hope Mr. Cui will let me go back and think about it carefully."

"It's okay. I've been in Yunzhao for the past two days. If you've made up your mind, just tell me."

Cui Zhi didn't mind Xie Yuan's reserve at all.

Xie Yuan was born in a small escort agency, but he was able to defeat sect disciples of the same level. He had practiced swordsmanship to this level, which fully proved his talent. Not to mention that Cui Zhi didn't mind his personality, even Huang Zifeng had no objection.

Cui Zhi turned his head and saw Huang Zifeng with his head down and silent, as if he had turned into a sculpture. He sighed, walked over and said earnestly:
"Zifeng, this is why Senior Brother Lu asked me to bring you out. There are always higher mountains than higher ones. There are many talented people in the martial arts world. How can you know where there are extraordinary people? Don't be discouraged. Xiao Xie, the escort leader, is gifted and cannot be treated with common sense. Although you lost a round, it doesn't mean you are no longer capable.

"Besides, didn't you just say it yourself? As sword cultivators, we will always move forward and never give up as long as we have a sword in our hands. Or do you mean that if you drop your sword once, you will never be able to pick it up again? Losing the sword in your hand is okay, but losing the sword in your heart is a big deal!"

Huang Zifeng was shocked by Cui Zhi's words. He took a deep breath and nodded vigorously:

"I understand, Uncle Cui."

He held the long sword upside down and bowed to Xie Yuan:

"Thank you, Escort Captain. I admit defeat in today's battle. I was blind to what I said before. I hope you can forgive me."

Xie Yuan saw that Huang Zifeng was sincere, so he didn't take it seriously:
"It's okay. Brother Huang's swordsmanship is superb, and I, Xie, have also learned something today."

Huang Zifeng looked ashamed. He was defeated with just one sword move. What enlightenment did he gain? If he hadn't seen Xie Yuan's sincere expression and unrestrained demeanor, he would have thought that his opponent was mocking him.

He took a deep breath and continued:

"Today I have finally learned the truth that there are always people better than you and there are always mountains better than you. Although Brother Xie is a mountain, as a warrior and a swordsman, I will never lack the courage to climb mountains. Brother Xie, thank you for your teaching today, but next time, I will come to challenge you again and will never let you win so easily!"

After Huang Zifeng finished speaking, he drew his sword and left the private room without even peeking at Lin Zhen.

Xie Yuan looked strange, as if he had accidentally become the target of this talented swordsman who had just come down the mountain for the first time? If he didn't defeat himself, he would probably have a demon in his heart.

Cui Zhi shook his head, bowed to Xie Yuan in a friendly manner, and then instructed the Lin brothers and sisters:

"You guys take care of the chores over the next two days, and then we'll set off."

After saying this, he did not stay any longer and left Chunjiang Tower.

Xie Yuan turned around, looked at the Lin brothers and sisters whose eyes were fixed on him, and laughed:

"Let's eat here, shall we? It's a good opportunity to celebrate the two of you for passing the first level of the Ruyun Mountain Sword Sect!"

The brother and sister looked at each other and said with some admiration:
“Just follow the orders of Escort Chief Xie.” Before, I only knew that Escort Chief Xie was powerful, but I didn’t know he was so powerful… Escort Chief Xie was truly a hero, even better than the disciples of high-ranking families.

Yunshan Sword Sect is willing to accept me, but Xie Biaotou is not, so it is more difficult for Xie Biaotou to accept a disciple than for Yunshan Sword Sect...

The brother and sister each had their own thoughts, and celebrated with Xie Yuan in Chunjiang Tower.

After the celebration banquet, Xie Yuan asked Boss Wu to pack up a few of Mu Chaoyun’s favorite dishes and then leisurely returned to the escort agency.

As soon as he entered the courtyard, Mu Chaoyun raised his head from the desk by the window, glanced at the food box in Xie Yuan's hand, and asked, "What do you think of Xie Yuan?"
"You're in such a good mood? Have those two entered the sect?"

"Yes, Miss Mu is indeed a master with good eyesight. The Lin brothers and sisters are both suitable for sword training."

Xie Yuan flattered him and brought the food box into the room and set it aside:
"The two of them were lonely and helpless, but they found a good home. Well, the deacon of Yunshan Sword Sect asked me if I wanted to join. I thought about it and decided not to."

"Why? The Yunshan Sword Sect is not bad. In Yunshan, you can practice much faster than in the escort agency."

Mu Chaoyun was a little confused.

Xie Yuan smiled:
"No matter how good you are, you can only receive guidance from a master. I have that in the escort agency, right? And it's a one-on-one class."

Mu Chaoyun was used to his strange words. He was silent for a moment and said calmly:
“But I won’t be here forever.”

Xie Yuan was stunned for a moment, looking at Mu Chaoyun, and saw that her fair and transparent face had gradually shown some color in the past few days, and her complexion was gradually returning to normal.

He was also silent for a moment, then sighed:
"All good things must come to an end. It's worth celebrating that Miss Mu has recovered from her injuries."

After saying this, the two changed the subject, stopped talking, and focused on eating.

I just don’t know if the chef of Chunjianglou made a mistake today, the meal was completely tasteless.

In the next few days, I don’t know if Mu Chaoyun realized that he was leaving, but he became more serious in guiding Xie Yuan in practicing martial arts, often watching him for several hours, and correcting him in a very strict manner, just like a master laying the foundation for his apprentice.

With the guidance of a great master, Xie Yuan's skills improved by leaps and bounds. It was fast enough in the past few days, but now he needs to see even more results!
[Chopping wood: (8517/10000)]

[Golden Bell Cover·Third Level: (543/2000)]

[Health-preserving Skills·Fourth Level: (863/4000)]

[Bagua Mountain Shaking Fist·Mastery: (14/2000)]

[Moon Slashing Axe·Proficiency: (741/1000)]

【Running Wolf Sword Technique·Perfection】

[Heavenly Hidden Technique: Introduction: (268/1000)]

[Black Book: (75/100)]

That day, Xie Yuan looked at the panel in front of him and nodded with satisfaction.

“I’m almost at the next level in Pi Chai, I wonder what I’ll gain if I break through again?
"I'm also making rapid progress in the Golden Bell Cover and Health-preserving Exercises. Logically, it should get harder as you progress, but why do I feel like practicing has been so easy lately, and the progress has been so fast? Is practicing with the beautiful Grandmaster so efficient?"

Xie Yuan was a little confused, shook his head, and continued to read, his expression brightened:
"The Eight Diagrams Mountain Shaking Fist has made another breakthrough! Now my fist is as powerful as a sword. My strength has increased a lot...

"Miss Mu is particularly proficient in divination and fortune-telling. Her guidance has broadened my horizons and helped me improve rapidly. Although she was somewhat curious about this skill, she didn't ask me about it, so I didn't bother to talk about it... My progress with the Moon-Slashing Axe was slower, after all, it wasn't her area of ​​expertise, but it was much faster than my own practice, so I wasn't far from making a breakthrough.

"There is also the Black Book, which is almost there."

Xie Yuan was very satisfied with his rapid progress during this period, and was particularly looking forward to the upcoming breakthrough in his martial arts.

It would be great if Mu Chaoyun could stay in this courtyard forever. With her around, my practice would be like an accelerator. Even if it didn't accelerate, I would still like her to stay here. Watching her make tea and water the flowers also made me feel calm.

"Bang bang—"

There was a knock on the door, and a servant outside shouted:

"Thank you, Chief Escort, for your letter!"

Letter? Who would send a letter to themselves?
Xie Yuan was startled, walked to the door, opened it, took the envelope from the servant, opened it, and saw the familiar beautiful handwriting:

"Thank you, Escort Chief—"

Situ Qin?
Xie Yuan subconsciously glanced at Mu Chaoyun who was reading in the house. Somehow he felt a little sneaky, so he didn't go into the house, but started reading the letter at the gate of the courtyard.

"Something big happened recently at the Judicial and Censorate, and that account book came into play..."

(End of this chapter)