Chapter 63

Wan Haoming's sudden appearance was something Wei Changfeng had not anticipated.

This steward usually stayed in the main building of the Four Seas Pavilion, which was quite a distance from the ready-made clothing shop. However, since the other party had come over, he naturally could not immediately leave with Yu Qinghong.

"Steward Wan..."

Wei Changfeng smiled and bowed, saying, "Why did you come over? I'm just accompanying my senior sister to buy some clothes; I wouldn't dare to trouble such a busy person as you!"

Wan Haoming held considerable power in the Four Seas Pavilion, managing various affairs. Wei Changfeng had dealt with him a few times and knew a bit about his background.

"Speaking of which..." Wan Haoming pretended to be displeased, "Aren't you a distinguished guest?"

Wei Changfeng smiled but remained silent.

However, Wang Hongyan, standing beside him, was dumbfounded by the polite exchanges between the two!

Wang Hongyan had visited the Four Seas Pavilion more than once. Although he wasn't a wealthy customer, he was a regular and knew Wan Haoming and his importance.

As a direct descendant of the Wang family, Wang Hongyan had little to boast about in front of Wan Haoming. His father might have been on equal footing with the latter.

But Wan Haoming, who didn't even give him a second glance, treated Wei Changfeng with special favor, which was simply incomprehensible!

Thinking that Wei Changfeng was still a registered disciple of Dongfang Caibai, Wang Hongyan felt as if his heart was being gnawed by countless venomous snakes, injected with jealousy, hatred, and anger.

His face twisted in pain!

Wan Haoming then looked at Yu Qinghong and smiled knowingly, "I just heard that something happened here, so I came to check it out. I didn't expect that it was Lord Wei accompanying someone to patronize the business."

He casually explained and then took out a piece of white jade, handing it to Wei Changfeng, "This Four Seas Token can get you a 10% discount at all our establishments. It's a small gift, but I hope you'll accept it!"

The Four Seas Token!

The unremarkable-looking jade piece in Wan Haoming's hand immediately drew the attention of dozens of people around, filled with envy, jealousy, and curiosity.

The customers of the Four Seas Pavilion were either wealthy or noble, and many had heard of the Four Seas Token, knowing it was a symbol of the Four Seas Pavilion's VIP status!

A 10% discount at the Four Seas Pavilion's establishments was not the main point; the key was that with the Four Seas Token, one could enter the upper floors of the main building and participate in the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce's auctions, bidding on rare treasures that ordinary people could never see!

Everyone knew it was a valuable item, but very few could actually obtain one.

Now, Wan Haoming was casually giving a Four Seas Token to Wei Changfeng, how could it not make people envious?

Wang Hongyan couldn't bear to watch any longer. Afraid he would go mad on the spot, he quietly left the clothing shop while no one was paying attention.

In his heart, he already hated Wei Changfeng to the bone, considering him a mortal enemy!

As for Wang Yang, whose face was swollen like a pig's head, he ran away like a stray dog, too ashamed to stay and be ridiculed.

Wei Changfeng, however, did not immediately accept the Four Seas Token that everyone envied, and pondered, "No reward without merit, Steward Wan, you are too kind!"

As the saying goes, when someone shows you respect, they must have something to ask of you. If the Four Seas Pavilion needed something from him, it wouldn't be a small matter.

So this favor was not so easy to accept!

Wan Haoming, being a shrewd person, understood Wei Changfeng's concerns and smiled, "Lord Wei, I heard that your medical skills are remarkable, even curing diseases that Master Hu Wanchun of the Huichun Hall couldn't. Perhaps there will be a time when I need your help..."

So that was it!

Wei Changfeng curing Tie Yi's illness was not a secret. Given the Four Seas Pavilion's extensive information network, it was not surprising that they had found out. It was reasonable for Wan Haoming to represent the Four Seas Pavilion and try to win his favor.

Because anyone could fall ill, even the strongest of warriors. Even if he himself never needed treatment, he had family and friends!

Thus, a skilled alchemical physician was always respected.

Wan Haoming's gesture seemed spontaneous, but it was likely well-prepared!

Understanding the key point, Wei Changfeng accepted the Four Seas Token with ease, "Thank you, Steward Wan!"

He knew his medical skills would eventually be known, and he had anticipated such a situation. Forming a good relationship with the Four Seas Pavilion was beneficial, so he decided to go along with it.

Seeing Wei Changfeng finally accept his gift, Wan Haoming's attitude became even warmer, "Lord Wei, I have matters to attend to at the main building. Remember to visit when you have time!"

He nodded at Yu Qinghong and left.

Wei Changfeng and Yu Qinghong did not want to stay and be gawked at, so they had the attendant pack the long dress they had bought and left the clothing shop.

At Yu Qinghong's insistence, they returned the 170 taels of silver to Wei Changfeng.

Wei Changfeng then treated her to a sumptuous dinner at Fuman Tower and finally escorted her back to Jingyun Martial Academy.

That night, Wei Changfeng stayed in his new home.

He told Tie Yilang and her parents about her successful apprenticeship with Dongfang Caibai, apologizing for not bringing her back that evening, as he had promised.

Tie Yilang's parents were both happy and sad, but they were still extremely grateful to Wei Changfeng!

The next day, Wei Changfeng arrived early at the Qingyuan Cottage.

The time for the monthly martial competition at the academy was drawing near, and the unavoidable life-and-death duel would be his greatest challenge. Therefore, every moment was precious.

In the courtyard, Wei Changfeng met Dongfang Caibai again.

Dongfang Caibai held a sword in one hand, her eyes cold, and said, "The sword technique I will teach you today is called the Ten Thousand Sects Sword Technique. I will only demonstrate it once and explain it once!"

Wei Changfeng immediately became alert and focused, ready to learn.

The Ten Thousand Sects Sword Technique was the foundational sword practice of the Yunhai Mountain lineage. It did not belong to any specific level of cultivation techniques and consisted of twelve sword forms: Cutting the Golden Beam, Slicing the Clouds, Picking the Clear Wind, Trimming the Silver Branch, and so on.

The twelve forms of the Ten Thousand Sects Sword Technique included all twelve basic sword movements—cutting, slicing, picking, trimming, pointing, thrusting, sweeping, wrapping, horizontal strikes, hooking, and hanging—and their variations.

Therefore, compared to the Sword Drawing Technique, the Ten Thousand Sects Sword Technique was undoubtedly more complex and difficult to master. The name "Ten Thousand Sects" itself implied the idea of all methods converging to a single origin and all variations stemming from a single principle.

According to Dongfang Caibai's explanation, only by thoroughly understanding the Ten Thousand Sects Sword Technique and reaching the realm of spontaneous and effortless swordplay could one proceed to learn more advanced and sophisticated sword techniques.

Otherwise, without a solid foundation, one's achievements in swordsmanship would be limited.

As a temporary registered disciple, Dongfang Caibai only demonstrated and explained the Ten Thousand Sects Sword Technique once to Wei Changfeng, leaving it to him to remember and comprehend as much as he could.

"If you can master the Ten Thousand Sects Sword Technique, you can walk around the lower courtyard with confidence!" she said finally.

Wei Changfeng couldn't help but ask, "Master, how long does it take for an ordinary sword practitioner to master the Ten Thousand Sects Sword Technique?"

"Three years to lay the foundation, three years to refine, and three years to practice. Ten years to hone a single sword!"

Dongfang Caibai said coldly, "There are no shortcuts in swordsmanship. Practice your own sword, don't look at others'!"

Wei Changfeng was speechless.

After saying this, Dongfang Caibai ignored him and left, leaving behind a faint, lingering fragrance.

"Hehe..."

As soon as Dongfang Caibai left, Yu Qinghong came over.

She whispered with a light laugh, "Did Master scold you? Actually, you don't really need to practice the Ten Thousand Sects Sword Technique for three years. I started with this technique too, but I've already moved on to another one."

She spoke very softly, clearly afraid of being overheard by Dongfang Caibai.

Wei Changfeng touched his nose and asked, "Senior Sister, are you here alone?"

"Are you asking about Junior Sister Qingxuan?"

Yu Qinghong's face immediately turned serious, "Her family has some matters, so she won't be coming for a while..."

Ye Qingxuan was also a disciple of Dongfang Caibai, but she usually came to the Qingyuan Cottage in the morning and left before noon, so she had never met Wei Changfeng.

Wei Changfeng didn't know this until Yu Qinghong mentioned it the previous day.

Ye Qingxuan, of course, was aware of Wei Changfeng's situation and would not seek him out on her own.

Actually, in Wei Changfeng's heart, he had no particular feelings for Ye Qingxuan. Perhaps it was just the residual soul memory of his previous incarnation that created some inexplicable connection between them.

"Are you really that eager to see her?" Yu Qinghong asked with a hint of jealousy.

"Ye Qingxuan and I have no special relationship..."

Wei Changfeng said frankly, "I don't want to dwell on the past. Now, I just want to focus on cultivating martial arts!"

Yu Qinghong looked at him and suddenly smiled, "If there's no special relationship, then it's fine. You don't need to explain to me. I'll practice the Ten Thousand Sects Sword Technique with you!"

Though she said it was fine, the slight upward curve of her lips betrayed her true feelings.

Clang!

Wei Changfeng drew his sword and faced the ironwood post, beginning to practice the first form of the Ten Thousand Sects Sword Technique, Cutting the Golden Beam.

The twelve forms of this sword technique corresponded to twelve basic movements. The first form, Cutting the Golden Beam, was a cutting movement, where the sword was swung with full force forward, relying entirely on strength and speed.

Strictly speaking, Cutting the Golden Beam had similarities with the Sword Drawing Technique, but it lacked the drawing action and added the lifting of the sword, changing the body posture and the way force was applied.

Due to his habit with the Sword Drawing Technique, Wei Changfeng found the adjustment awkward and made frequent mistakes in his practice.

Fortunately, he had a beautiful and kind senior sister beside him. Yu Qinghong patiently corrected his movements and explained the key points of the sword form.

Wei Changfeng, with his high comprehension, gradually grasped the essence after a hundred or so attempts.

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