What do you mean by "the game editor has also traveled through time"?

"Brother Song." Xu Shimo turned around and looked.

Song Wen arrived at some unknown time, accompanied by another person with a square face, a beard, wearing a thick dark blue cotton coat, with a strong and powerful physique, exuding an imposing aura.

This must be the same Officer Lin we mentioned before.

Song Wen: "Sanlang, this is the Lin Cha Tou I told you about before, who is famous for his hatred of evil and has mastered excellent swordsmanship."

"I've met Officer Lin!"

Lin, the constable, waved his hand and said, "Old Song, don't try to put a big deal on me. I'm just trying to make a living."

Then he waved his hand again, and the constables relaxed, but they didn't stay and turned to patrol the streets.

Then, Lin Chatou glanced at him sideways again:

"Zhao San! I don't care what tricks your Chishui Gang is up to, in these streets of Hongshoufang, in my jurisdiction, you all better behave yourselves."

A thin, frail-looking man suddenly emerged from a corner, a fawning smile on his face:

"Don't worry, Chief Lin, this is the Five Poisons Gang causing trouble. Our Chishui Gang has always been law-abiding."

"That would be best!"

Is this Zhao San, the one Uncle Fu mentioned who sells "Red Water Fist"?

Xu Shimo glanced at him a few more times, and after Zhao San left, the constable Lin's gaze finally fell on him.

"You've got some guts," Lin Chatou commented, then placed a hand on Xu Shimo's shoulder and patted it lightly twice.

Xu Shimo felt as if his shoulder had been struck by two heavy hammer blows.

"The framework of your bones and blood is set, but your physique is too loose—Old Song, buy some hot food, let's eat at home. We've come all this way, why waste money on restaurants!"

After saying that, Officer Lin walked ahead, leading the way.

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Lin Cha Tou lives in Xiao Gui Lane, which is a pretty nice place.

After walking a little further, they came to a house with a willow tree in front of the door. Lin Chatou went to push open the door.

Once inside, he pulled a sword manual from his pocket and handed it directly to Xu Shimo:

"This is the sword manual. Take a look at it first, and I'll teach you after we've eaten. Old Song, come in with me."

After swiftly giving his instructions, Officer Lin shouted into the inner room:

"You Niang, your Uncle Song and I have decided to eat at home. Go and cook two dishes."

In the Great Wei Dynasty, women were generally addressed by their birth order or a character from their name, followed by "Niang" (娘). Xu Shimo remembered that the youngest daughter in the family of the prime minister, who had many children and grandchildren, was called "Niang" (二十一娘), while men were addressed as "Lang" (郎).

However, these kinds of terms of address are usually used by close friends and family.

So there are women in the household; no wonder they don't like strangers coming to their home.

What about yourself?

Did your actions just now earn you Chief Lin's approval?

Xu Shimo shook his head, stopped thinking about it, and turned to look at the sword manual.

It looks like it's been quite a few years; the marks of time are clearly visible on the pages, which bear four large, square characters: "Dingfeng Daofa" (定风刀法).

Xu Shimo opened it.

The training process can be roughly divided into three levels. The first is to stabilize the body. To stabilize the wind, one must first stabilize oneself. When drawing the sword, the body does not sway and the steps do not move. This is called "the sword follows the body steadily".

Next is to calm the mind, which is also one's own "qi". This allows the qi and blood to be activated and combined with the strength of the blade. The qi condenses in the wrist and the blade generates wind, which is called the harmony of wind and blade.

The third stage is rather mysterious, saying something about "the mind is fixed and the wind does not disturb it, and the wind is used to my advantage, and the sword borrows the wind's momentum."

Xu Shimo couldn't understand it, so he simply stopped looking at it and decided to start with the first stage.

He drew his knife, assumed a fighting stance, and began swinging it repeatedly.

As for how to use a knife, I have gained some understanding. At least next time I fight someone, I will definitely not just rely on brute force to swing around randomly. I have a basic understanding of knife techniques such as chopping, slashing, cutting, lifting, and picking.

However, I still find it difficult to control myself, and I only feel soreness and fatigue in my back and waist.

However, that's how martial arts training is; there's no such thing as instant success, it's all about accumulating experience day by day.

"Excellent swordsmanship, but it's difficult to master. However, with my talent, I've already grasped the basics, and that's enough..."

Xu Shimo murmured to himself, then put down the knife that had been hanging there, took out a Qi and Blood Pill that he had just bought, and swallowed it.

Stealing Heavenly Secrets

【Xu Shimo (Level 1 Qi and Blood)】

[Technique: Black Wind Palm - Perfected]

[Calming the Wind Blade Technique - Beginner Level]

For a fleeting moment, Xu Shimo thought the cheat engine was broken.

"Such a big appetite...?"

With a pang of regret, he took out another one and put it under his tongue. Finally, a reaction appeared behind the Dingfeng Blade Technique, and the long-lost "+" appeared, gradually filling with silvery white.

When the third Qi and Blood Pill was swallowed, even the Black Wind Palm had a "+" sign appear behind it, which was a multicolored black.

Is there a level above perfection? Or is this a deduction made by [Stealing Heavenly Secrets] based on this technique? However, Xu Shimo didn't have any extra resources to feed Black Wind Palm.

That's perfect, and it's enough.

As expected, the "+" sign after "Stabilizing the Wind Blade Technique" did not turn red; instead, the silver-white light became brighter.

Xu Shimo reluctantly opened his mouth, took out a Qi and Blood Pill from under his tongue, wiped it, and carefully put it away.

Three taels of silver!

Then swallow the remaining two pills in one gulp, communicating with the mind to "steal the secrets of heaven".

"Why not use the cheat?"

"So dramatic!"

The moment he finished speaking, the world before his eyes changed completely.

As before, the familiar sense of crisis descended, but this time he did not keep swinging his knife. Instead, under the stimulation of the great crisis, he broke out in a cold sweat, as if a fierce tiger was rubbing its fists and glaring at him.

After adjusting his state and making preparations, Xu Shimo swung his sword with all his might, following the plan in his mind.

However, swinging the sword so unreservedly, even to the point of unleashing its full potential, makes it difficult for the body to remain calm and composed.

Almost exhausted.

However, a steady stream of power was immediately replenished.

He stood with his feet shoulder-width apart, his shoulders relaxed and elbows dropped, his lower body generating power, and he raised his knife again.

Repeatedly.

Second knife.

The third cut.

……

After swinging his sword countless times, Xu Shimo's body became increasingly stable, as steady as a mountain, with a solid and grounded lower body. He remained completely still when wielding his sword, and his waist and back were completely twisted into a single rope.

The grip on the handle felt like a pair of steel pliers, even neutralizing the recoil.

The power within his abdomen completely vanished, spreading into his flesh and blood.

Instead, there is a progress display on [Stealing Heavenly Secrets].

【Wind-Stabilizing Saber Technique - Beginner】

Xu Shimo let out a long breath and slowly opened her eyes, which were dazzlingly white.

"Uncle, come and eat."

Under the eaves, a woman dressed in elegant white clothes called out softly, a smile playing on her lips. Her features were delicate and fair, and she looked gentle and charming.

Xu Shimo responded with an "okay," as if he had returned to the time when he was called "uncle" by elementary school students. However, since he and Song Wen and Lin Cha were on equal footing, it was not a problem for him to be called "uncle."

Then he sheathed the knife, took it out, and walked over.

Only when she got closer did I realize that she was blind... no, she couldn't see?

Lin Zhiyou noticed Xu Shimo's momentary daze, but she maintained her gentle and dignified demeanor, smiling as she said:

"Uncle, don't panic. I had this eye problem since I was born, but I've gotten used to it over the years and I'm no different from a normal person. I can even cook! Uncle, just don't mind that my cooking isn't very good."

Xu Shimo: "Not at all, it's just a minor flaw in an otherwise perfect piece. Youniang is very clever."

Pfft!

Lin Zhiyou raised her hand, her four fingers slightly bent to partially cover her lips, and chuckled softly: "This is the first time I've heard someone praise me like this. I didn't expect Uncle to be so talented. I heard from Father that Uncle came to learn martial arts, and I thought he was a rough man. You're mistaken, Uncle, please don't be offended."

It seems that Lin Cha Tou's daughter is also well-read, as she is not only dignified but also very polite.

Although she couldn't see her eyes, her eyelashes curved when she smiled, making her incredibly charming.

Xu Shimo was about to return the greeting when he saw someone standing in front of the door.

It was indeed Officer Lin. He looked at him coldly and said:

"It's freezing cold, let's not chat outside, come in and eat."

"..."