Chapter 29 What's wrong with using you as a swordsman?
Chapter 29 What's wrong with using you as a swordsman?
On the martial arts stage, Shi Zhongyu squinted at the young man in front of him.
Du Wanchuan's disciple was about fifteen years old and had a very youthful face.
That's true. The other person's eyes were bright and alert, revealing a composure and sharpness far beyond their years.
In particular, there was a hint of arrogance between his brows.
If Xu Sanshan, who came up first, was testing his swordsmanship, then this young man must be Cheng Zixue and the others' trump card.
Since the opponent has come over, their swordsmanship must be at its peak.
Also, he had just watched the boy go on stage.
With a light touch of his toes on the snow, his figure soared up like a startled swan.
Then, he lightly tapped his toes twice on the stone steps at the edge of the stage and floated down onto the martial arts stage.
The fact that he landed almost silently indicates that the boy's lightness skill was already quite proficient.
Although Shi Zhongyu had not yet fought his opponent, he already knew that the opponent's swordsmanship was no weaker than his own.
As for lightness skill, if the opponent only performed as they did just now...
All he could say was that he was not as good as him for the time being.
That being said, after Xu Wenbin went on stage, he heard a murmur of discussion immediately rise from the audience.
"It's Xu Wenbin? He's only been in the force for about six months..."
"I heard that he is extremely talented. He mastered the first three sword techniques, which would take others a year or two to learn, but he mastered them in just a few months."
"Not only his swordsmanship, but look at his footwork when he went on stage just now. He's practiced 'Treading Snow Without Leaving a Trace' so well that no one in his batch of disciples can compare to him."
"It's said that he's Senior Brother Du Wanchuan's most favored disciple. He's probably here to stand up for the sect and teach Shi Zhongyu a lesson."
Xu Wenbin stood opposite Shi Zhongyu, looked up at him, and his imposing manner was in no way inferior.
In terms of the length of time it took to get started, Xu Wenbin was ahead of him.
Shi Zhongyu was staring at Xu Wenbin when he saw the other man slightly raise his longsword and speak in a cold tone.
"Make your move!"
Shi Zhongyu's eyes flickered, but he didn't say anything. With a slight flick of his wrist, his longsword was drawn half an inch from its sheath.
The next moment, a cold glint flashed.
Shi Zhongyu stepped on the snow with his toes, his body moving first. He unleashed a move called "Falling Snow," his swordplay light and agile, a test of his opponent's strength.
When Xu Wenbin saw Shi Zhongyu attacking, he neither dodged nor avoided, but raised his sword to meet the attack.
His posture was clearly the same one he adopted when Shi Zhongyu was attacked by Xu Sanshan earlier.
He will crush the jade in the stone with the same attitude.
Defense?
Shi Zhongyu maintained his original moves and continued to probe.
Xu Wenbin's swordplay was steady and meticulous, defending against every move Shi Zhongyu made without leaving any openings.
Moreover, his counterattacks were swift and accurate, and coupled with his skillful lightness technique, he seemed to leave Shi Zhongyu helpless in his advances and retreats.
The two swords clashed, clanging and tinkling.
Although they both used the same three basic techniques, their fighting styles differed greatly.
Shi Zhongyu felt that his opponent's swordsmanship was superior to his own, and every move was extremely precise.
Moreover, the opponent's footwork was very agile.
Although his opponent's sword strength was superior to his, the difference in power was not significant.
His lightness skill far surpassed his opponent's, so he was not without a chance to win.
especially……
"Practical training, Snow Mountain Sword Technique proficiency +5."
Snow Mountain Sword Technique Perfected (950/1000).
Xu Wenbin is now his "experience expert".
Shi Zhongyu is calm and unhurried.
This made Xu Wenbin's mind gradually settle down.
He had intended to defend, but he discovered that Shi Zhongyu's swordsmanship was not weak, so he had no choice but to counterattack.
The two fought fiercely on the martial arts stage, exchanging blows for a time.
Feng Wanli and the others in the stands watched the two people fighting on the stage, each with their own thoughts.
Feng Wanli's expression was not very strong, while Hua Wanzi's face showed a hint of nervousness.
Bai Wanjian had a faint smile on his face.
His gaze kept sweeping over Du Wanchuan.
He could tell that his junior brother, Du Wanchuan, was nervous.
On the martial arts stage, Shi Zhongyu and Xu Wenbin spun and crossed swords, their swords flashing like snowflakes.
Xu Wenbin, who was originally only prepared to defend, has now turned the tables and chosen to press forward relentlessly.
His swordplay is clean and crisp, demonstrating a very solid foundation.
In Shi Zhongyu's eyes, there was no major flaw.
But the more the fight went on, the brighter Shi Zhongyu's eyes became.
Xu Wenbin's swordsmanship was disciplined, solid, and without any frills, making him the perfect target for practice.
Every parry, every change of move, every close-quarters dodge allowed Shi Zhongyu's swordsmanship to steadily improve.
Each exchange allowed Shi Zhongyu to continuously adjust and refine his internal energy circulation and sword strikes.
The onlookers were dazzled, watching as the two figures on the stage fought faster and faster, their swords clashing incessantly.
Ordinary disciples would find it difficult to perceive Shi Zhongyu's swordsmanship, which became increasingly refined during his match with Xu Wenbin.
Feng Wanli and the others realized it.
"That kid is way too bold!"
Hua Wanzi muttered to herself.
She realized that Shi Zhongyu was using Xu Wenbin as a practice subject.
Bai Wanjian's amused gaze occasionally swept over Du Wanchuan and Cheng Zixue, who was sitting in another spot.
At this moment, Cheng Zixue's face was as black as charcoal.
He could see what Feng Wanli and the others could see.
He glared at Du Wanchuan.
Du Wanchuan noticed his master's gaze and felt helpless.
Xu Wenbin's talent was praised by his master himself.
It even specified that Xu Wenbin should go on stage to teach Shi Zhongyu a lesson.
How can you blame him now?
Du Wanchuan harbored a slight resentment, but his gaze remained fixed on the stands.
He wanted to remind his disciples that there was no way they could speak when they were around Feng Wanli, Hua Wanzi, and the others.
On the martial arts stage at this moment.
Shi Zhongyu had a smile on his lips.
During his sparring session with Xu Wenbin, his swordsmanship proficiency increased by another 15 points.
Xu Wenbin's swordsmanship was far superior to Xu Sanshan's.
He kept practicing swordsmanship with Xu Wenbin, but later Xu Wenbin provided less and less swordsmanship experience.
"Practical training, Snow Mountain Sword Technique proficiency +2."
"Practical application... Snow Mountain Sword Technique proficiency +1."
"Practical application... Snow Mountain Sword Technique proficiency +1."
Shi Zhongyu was dissatisfied.
He practiced his swordplay while speaking.
"Hey, Mr. Xu, is that all you've got?"
"Were you just about to lecture me? Were you going to lecture me, or were you going to practice your swordsmanship with me?"
"Is it that you're not good enough, or that you haven't learned what your master taught you?"
"Didn't you realize that I'm using you as practice for my sword?"
Xu Wenbin was instantly provoked.
His face was flushed, and his eyes were filled with anger.
"Shi Zhongyu, you're asking for it!"
Xu Wenbin's steady swordplay turned fierce, each move aimed directly at Shi Zhongyu's vital points.
On the stands, Hua Wanzi turned to look at Du Wanchuan and snorted coldly.
"In a competition between fellow disciples, look at your disciple's moves. Aren't they a bit too cruel?"
Du Wanchuan said coldly, "Wasn't it because he spoke rudely first? Otherwise, why would Bin'er have resorted to such violence!"
Hua Wanzi glanced at Du Wanchuan with displeasure, then huffed and ignored him.
On the martial arts stage, Shi Zhongyu was overjoyed.
"Practical training, Snow Mountain Sword Technique proficiency +5."
"Practical training... +5".
Snow Mountain Sword Technique Perfected (980/1000).
This stimulation is effective!
So close, so very close!
Shi Zhongyu's eyes brightened slightly, hoping that Xu Wenbin could hold on.
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