One person: After starting with the academic atmosphere, I'll take down Xia He!

Zhang Zhiwei, the old Celestial Master of Longhu Mountain, asked Ma Long why he had come.

What benefits would you get for helping Zhang Chunan secure the position of Celestial Master?

What are you doing this for?

"Hehe! Old Master, no one gets up early without a reason."

You surely understand this principle: if Zhang Chunan wins first place, he will give me the 'Tongtian Talisman'!

I'm actually interested in the Eight Extraordinary Skills!

Ma Long only told half of the story, trying to get away with it.

Lu Jin burst into laughter upon hearing this: "Hahaha!"

You little rascal, you're still not satisfied with such a powerful Feng Hou Qi Men?

They even have designs on the Heavenly Scroll!

Lu Jin's words stunned Ma Long. Was Feng Hou Qi Men something that could be said so casually?

But looking at the reactions of the people inside the room, they were all very calm.

"Hahaha! You think nobody else can't tell, huh?"

Besides, everyone in this room is one of our own, so you can rest assured. But outside, quite a few people are already watching you!

Lu Jin found it amusing to see Ma Long's cowardly appearance, fearing the exposure of his special skills.

The old master spoke again: "Old Lu! This kid has led you astray!"

Ma Long!

"What kind of tricks are you playing on us old folks at such a young age!"

Huh! Lu Jin was dumbfounded. When did she get led astray?

When Ma Long realized that the old master had seen through him, he scratched his head awkwardly.

"He!

To discard the secondary things in order to protect the primary ones.

That's decisive!

You say that pursuing the Tongtian Talisman led Old Lu astray, but you can't hide it from me.

Since you want it so badly, why don't you take first place yourself?

Wouldn't it be better to have a legitimate and proper reason for doing so?

The old master Zhang Zhiwei saw through Ma Long's trap.

Lu Jin laughed loudly: "Hahaha! You're becoming more and more likable!"

Lu Jin patted Ma Long on the shoulder, not blaming him for being cunning.

“Um… the old master is right.”

However, Zhang Chunan and I are friends, so I was just being a good Samaritan!

As long as I can get the Tongtian Talisman, I won't lose anything, and he can inherit the position of Celestial Master!

Isn't this a wonderful thing that makes everyone happy?

Malone once again offered a seemingly reasonable explanation.

The old master looked displeased upon seeing this: "Ma Long!"

If you try anything funny again, I'll throw you off Longhu Mountain right now!

"Everyone in this room is family, so please speak freely!"

Alas! Really, the old master has discerning eyes; it seems I've overplayed my hand.

"All right!

I haven't had much contact with you all, so I'm inevitably a bit wary. I hope you seniors will understand.

My goal is the same as Zhang Chu's, which is why I helped him obtain the right to inherit the position of Celestial Master!

Malone finally had no choice but to reveal his true purpose.

However, he remained cautious, saying that he and Zhang Chunan had the same goal, but he didn't explain it clearly because he wasn't sure if Zhang Chunan had told them.

"Sigh! Malone, being too secretive can be off-putting!"

I can understand that you don't trust us.

"Fine! Virgin, tell me the purpose of your trip!"

Left with no other option, the old master Zhang Zhiwei could only let Zhang Chunan speak out.

"Alright! Master, I have two purposes for coming to Longhu Mountain this time."

The first reason is naturally to seek the protection of Longhu Mountain to avoid being bullied.

The second thing I want to know is about my grandfather.

And the truth behind the Jia Shen Rebellion!

The old master nodded after listening and continued speaking to Ma Long and Zhang Chuannan.

"Well, one goal is very simple: even if you don't participate in the Luo Tian Grand Ceremony, I can still accomplish it."

The difficulty lies in the second one!

I know about the Jia Shen Rebellion; I can say that I am the most knowledgeable about it among all living extraordinary people!

Although I don't recommend that you continue the investigation, young people should make their own decisions.

However, this concerns the succession of the Celestial Master's position, which is a matter of great importance, and I cannot speak of it!

Only after Zhang Chunan inherits the position of Celestial Master will he know all of this!

After listening to the old master's explanation, Ma Long suddenly understood. So that's how it is!

"There's another reason I called you here."

It turns out that many members of the Quanxing sect have infiltrated the mountain; this is a collaboration between Lao Lu and the company.

......"

The old master instructed the group that the competition was nearing its end, and they should be extremely careful of Quanxing!

"Oh, right! I suddenly felt like mentioning something."

"Ma Long, you were instantly defeated by Wang Ai today, weren't you surprised?"

When the old master suddenly mentioned this, Ma Long was overjoyed. Wasn't this a clear indication that he was going to give him some pointers?

To receive guidance from the best in the world—what an immense honor!

Ma Long quickly stepped forward and bowed respectfully!

"Old Celestial Master, your disciple is foolish and dull, and hopes that you will enlighten me!"

The disciple was arrogant and ignorant, thinking he had extraordinary abilities, but he was easily defeated by him.

This truly baffles me!

"Haha! You seem interested in this."

Alright, I'll tell you about it, and you should all listen!

Those who cultivate themselves should focus on cultivating both body and mind, starting from themselves, rather than excessively pursuing strange and ingenious skills!

For example, if you already have one of the Eight Extraordinary Skills, just master it well; there's really no need to be greedy for more.

Sexuality is the inner spirit of a person, while life is the outer body; these two are the foundation.

The reason Wang Ai could defeat you so easily was also related to your excessive exertion and his eagerness to save people.

But undeniably, his life is more secure than yours!

You have a very high natural life foundation!

He's taller than anyone I've ever met, so you can use Feng Hou Qi Men with incredible skill!

You can simply understand it as talent, but basic life includes talent.

Lao Tzu said, "One Qi transforms into the Three Pure Ones; the primordial Qi comes from nothingness..."

The old master explained in detail, and Ma Long suddenly understood!

So that's how it is. He had heard a saying: "Practicing martial arts without internal cultivation is a waste of time in old age."

Haha! Now you get it!

The skills Wang Ai used weren't particularly strong; he was simply more powerful in terms of life cultivation than you.

But don't feel inferior. This old guy has nearly a hundred years of cultivation. It would be strange if it wasn't high.

The old master also said that you have great talent, and if you work hard to catch up, you will definitely succeed.

If you have the same level of spiritual cultivation as the Old Celestial Master, you won't need to use any techniques.

With just one slap, Wang Ai could be sent flying!

I'm absolutely certain of that!

Lu Jin added happily.

Ma Long was fully aware of the situation, knowing that he had been pursuing the wrong path and had been misled by the Wudang immortals.

My mission is to collect the Eight Extraordinary Skills, but having more of them doesn't necessarily make me more powerful!

We also need to focus on cultivating our fundamental life force!

"This disciple has learned a great deal!"

I've only just begun cultivating, and I don't understand much about these things.

Ma Long bowed respectfully and thanked him again.

"Ma Long, don't be shy. You'll have to lend a hand this time when the Quanxing attacks!"

There probably aren't enough people on the mountain!

"Yes! I will definitely do my best!"

"You should all go back!"

Whether you can defeat Zhang Lingyu tomorrow depends on your own fate!

Just as Ma Long and Zhang Chunan were about to leave, the old master hesitated again.

"Ugh!

Young people, you must stay true to yourselves and never indulge in debauchery!

Ma Long was horrified when he heard this. Yes!

If Feng Baobao could see it, how much more so would the Old Master?

Without looking back, he pulled Zhang back to his residence.

How embarrassing!