Lady, let me explain.

Chapter 86 Battle of the Eastern Heretic on the Island

With Lin Yi's help, Cheng Ying was also able to resist the sound of the flute.

She frowned, thinking, "Although Young Master Lin's martial arts are superb, how could he be a match for Master? But if Young Master Lin comes to the island without permission, Master will definitely be angry. How can I stop him? What should I do..."

As Cheng Ying was troubled, the sound of the flute suddenly stopped, and then she heard Lin Yi say in a certain direction, "Junior Lin Yi of the Huashan Sect greets Island Master Huang."

Cheng Ying looked over and saw a figure in green standing among the flowers; it was Huang Yaoshi.

She quickly got up as well.

"Lin Yi?" Huang Yaoshi said coldly, "So you are the master of the Dragon-Slaying Saber, the supreme martial artist?"

Lin Yi smiled and said, "I dare not accept such praise."

Upon hearing Lin Yi introduce himself, Huang Yaoshi realized he had wronged Cheng Ying and immediately said, "Ying'er, step back. This man is 'the best in the world at martial arts.' Be careful he doesn't hurt you."

Before he finished speaking, Huang Yaoshi appeared in a flash.

Lin Yi won the Lion Slaying Tournament. Regardless of the actual merit of the title, the fact that he was known as the best martial artist in the world will inevitably attract a lot of hatred.

Lin Yi smiled helplessly and stepped onto the platform.

He certainly didn't want to fight Huang Yaoshi; it would be best to clear things up amicably.

But often, you have to win the argument first before the other party will have the patience to listen to you.

The two exchanged a palm strike with a loud bang, and Cheng Ying's eyes widened instantly... Lin Yi swayed, while Huang Yaoshi staggered back three steps.

Huang Yaoshi thrust out with his flute, and Lin Yi also raised his flute to block. In the blink of an eye, the two exchanged several moves, all using advanced swordsmanship... Wait, where did his flute come from?
Cheng Ying looked down and realized that her waist was empty. She didn't know when Lin Yi had taken her jade flute... Cheng Ying was both angry and amused.

In the midst of the battle, Lin Yi was completely focused. Huang Yaoshi's Jade Flute Sword Technique was exquisite, with each move aimed at his acupoints. The sword moves were elegant and graceful, yet extremely fierce.

But no matter how his swordsmanship changed, Lin Yi could always anticipate his opponent's moves, strike first after being attacked, and defeat his opponent with no moves.

After probing dozens of times, Lin Yi had a good idea of ​​what was going on.

The veteran Five Greats are indeed formidable... If he goes all out, defeating his opponent shouldn't be difficult.

But Lin Yi hesitated. These people were all arrogant and eccentric. He had already been disrespectful by trespassing on Peach Blossom Island. If he were to hurt them further, he would offend them too much, and it wouldn't sound good if word got out.

With this in mind, Lin Yi had an idea. He suddenly changed his fighting style, no longer seeking to defeat his enemy, but focusing on breaking through their moves.

Once all your moves have been countered, you've naturally lost. Huang Yaoshi can't possibly keep pestering you.

The two were excited, while Cheng Ying, watching from the side, was dazzled and filled with surprise and wonder.

"Master's Jade Flute Sword Technique was actually broken by Young Master Lin! Moreover, Master uses an iron flute, while Young Master Lin uses my jade flute... Does this mean that Young Master Lin's martial arts are superior to Master's?"

Suddenly, Cheng Ying recalled the scene of her first meeting with Lin Yi. He said he got lost in the formation and accidentally ended up by the pool... But with such high martial arts skills, how could the formation trap him?
Cheng Ying blushed, feeling extremely embarrassed and annoyed.

In the arena, the two fought for over a hundred moves. Huang Yaoshi's expression changed, becoming solemn and deep. He put the iron flute back into his waistband and urged his palm to strike.

Lin Yi also put away his flute. Seeing Huang Yaoshi raise his left palm and slash diagonally down at his shoulder, he used the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms he had just learned to deal with it.

After exchanging two blows, Huang Yaoshi exclaimed in surprise, "The Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms!"

Before Lin Yi could answer, he rushed forward two more steps to attack, swinging his arms and striking repeatedly. Palm shadows appeared in all directions, making it difficult to distinguish between the real and the fake, like a sudden gust of wind in a peach grove, causing all the flowers to fall.

Lin Yi possessed exceptional comprehension skills. After mastering the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms, he grasped its intricacies and the principle of using moves to defeat those without moves.

He remained unmoved, regardless of how varied and wonderful Huang Yaoshi's palm techniques were, he always struck with a methodical and steady hand, whether it was a real palm or a feint, he always used the "Regretful Dragon" palm strike.

Lin Yi's palm strikes combined both force and gentleness, leaving Huang Yaoshi with no choice but to parry. Although his Peach Blossom Falling Petal Palm had a complex and fantastical set of moves, it was far less powerful and fierce than the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms.

In addition, Lin Yi possessed profound internal strength and was in his prime with a robust physique. After only a few exchanges, Huang Yaoshi felt his breathing become rapid, his wrists sore, and his palms numb and painful.

After dozens of moves, this palm technique has become inferior!
Another palm strike ensued. Huang Yaoshi used Lin Yi's palm force to create distance and unleashed a powerful palm strike from mid-air.

Lin Yi flicked his sleeve, and sword energy shot out to neutralize the palm strike.

Huang Yaoshi was startled again. He flicked his finger, and a strange sound pierced the air.

Seeing this, Lin Yi pointed his index finger repeatedly, the first sword shattering the stone into powder, the second sword shooting straight at Huang Yaoshi.

As the sword energy surged towards him, Huang Yaoshi flicked his finger again. With a hiss, the strip of cloth flew apart; although he had neutralized the sword energy, his sleeve was shattered. Huang Yaoshi's expression darkened, and he stopped attacking.

Lin Yi cupped his hands and said, "I have offended you greatly. My visit to Peach Blossom Island was out of necessity and I had no ill intentions. I will leave the island on my own tomorrow morning. Please forgive me, Island Master Huang."

Huang Yaoshi waved his sleeve and said, "I'll decline. With your martial arts skills, I can't accept. What brings you to Peach Blossom Island?"

“Miss Cheng is already aware of this. Please convey this message to Island Master Huang.”

Lin Yi was afraid that mentioning the Nine Yin Manual would trigger Huang Yaoshi's reaction.

He didn't want to stay any longer: "Island Master Huang, Miss Cheng, farewell."

As soon as he finished speaking, Huang Yaoshi and Cheng Ying only saw a figure flash before their eyes, and Lin Yi had disappeared without a trace.

Huang Yaoshi could still see the direction he left in, but Cheng Ying felt as if the man had vanished into thin air...

Both of them were stunned for a moment. Cheng Ying said blankly, "Master, there is such fast lightness skill in the world." Suddenly she thought, "He hasn't returned the jade flute to me yet!"

Huang Yaoshi shook his head and sighed, "It seems there's some truth to his claim of being 'the best martial artist in the world.' Ying'er, what brings him here?"

Cheng Ying was also curious about Lin Yi's affairs, and the master and disciple headed towards their residence. On the way, Cheng Ying told Lin Yi about how he had unraveled the secrets of the Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber and come to Peach Blossom Island to dig up the manual.

Huang Yaoshi also told Cheng Ying about the rumors he had heard about Lin Yi in the martial arts world, such as the siege of Bright Peak, the rescue of the five major sects, and the Lion-Slaying Heroes Gathering.

After hearing this, both master and apprentice remained silent...

……

Cheng Ying slept soundly until dawn, when suddenly the sound of a flute drifted in on the sea breeze.

The melody is pleasant, but the style is quite strange.

She knew perfectly well that this was not the flute played by Huang Yaoshi... Suddenly, a thought struck her, and following the sound of the flute through the dense forest and flower bushes, she arrived at the seaside, where she saw a figure standing on the sea cliff, dressed in flowing green robes.

Cheng Ying blushed. That jade flute was something she often used; for Lin Yi to use it to play it was...

She suppressed the strange feeling in her heart and stepped onto the sea cliff.

Hearing footsteps, Lin Yi smiled inwardly and continued playing his tune.

As soon as the music ended, Lin Yi turned to look at her. After a moment of silence, Cheng Ying felt the atmosphere was awkward and asked, "Young Master Lin, what is the name of this piece?"

"Of all the waters in the world, there are countless possibilities." Lin Yi raised his jade flute again. "This flute is quite nice; why don't you give it to me?"

Cheng Ying was a little shy. The flute had already been played by Lin Yi, so it wouldn't be appropriate for her to use it again if she wanted it back; but it was also her personal possession, so she couldn't just give it to a man.

Lin Yi laughed and said, "If you don't say anything, that means you agree. I won't take your money for nothing."

After saying that, he handed two pieces of yellow paper to Cheng Ying. Cheng Ying took them and realized that they were torn from the Nine Yin Manual. She quickly said, "This is too precious, Young Master Lin, I can't accept it."

Lin Yi waved his hand: "These two martial arts are called Five-String Hand and Flying Willow Force. They should be beneficial to you, but not very useful to me... Besides, I have a photographic memory, and I remember all these things in my head."

Lin Yi nodded his head, a smile on his face.

Cheng Ying blushed, recalling the scene of their first meeting yesterday and the words he had spoken... He would never forget anything he had seen.

Lin Yi saw a ship drifting closer on the sea in the distance and said, "I'm leaving now. See you again if fate allows."

Cheng Ying held the two pieces of yellow paper and nodded gently.

Suddenly, Lin Yi said again, "Why don't you come with me?"

Cheng Ying was greatly embarrassed and stamped her foot, "Young Master Lin!"

Lin Yi laughed and said, "Just kidding, just kidding."

He leaped out, using his lightness skill to get close to the ship.

Cheng Ying watched him rise and fall, fly onto the ship, and was amazed. She watched the ship sail away until it disappeared on the horizon...

(End of this chapter)