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“Supreme Heavenly Venerable, how dare Ziyang accept such a grand gesture from Layman Zhang?”
Layman Zhang donated tens of thousands of bushels of grain to the disaster area, demonstrating great compassion and love, which I, the old Taoist priest, deeply admire!
Upon hearing Master Ziyang's words, the Taoists suddenly understood.
Although the Zhang family belonged to the merchant class, their good reputation was only known in Lin'an Prefecture and the disaster area, but it had spread to some extent outside the region.
At least they have a good reputation.
As a result, the Taoist priests also developed a good impression of Zhang Xiaoshan.
At this time, Zhang Xiaoshan was at least a person of a prestigious family, not a commoner.
"The Taoist priest is too kind. The Zhang family has only done what they should have done. We do not deserve such high praise from the Taoist priest."
"Hehe, Mr. Zhang, your words are strange."
Saving tens of thousands of lives from dire straits is a great blessing and a great act of merit. In this vast land, how many could possess such righteousness as you, young master?
A loud voice rang out, and the Wudang group had finally arrived.
Led by Song Yuanqiao, three extraordinary heroes from Wudang arrived and bowed in unison, saying:
"Song Yuanqiao (Zhang Songxi and Mo Shenggu) of Wudang greets Young Master Zhang. We are honored by your presence and apologize for our failure to properly welcome you!"
Song Yuanqiao and the others looked at Zhang Xiaoshan with surprise in their eyes.
They never imagined that the Zhang family youth, who had been the subject of much speculation, possessed such strength.
However, he was more curious about why this young master Zhang had come to Wudang.
"You flatter me, gentlemen. I just happened to be passing through your area."
Firstly, I've come to pay my respects to Master Zhang and explore the Dao of martial arts; secondly, I have something I obtained by chance, a small token of my appreciation!
As he spoke, Zhang Xiaoshan took out a piece of ointment and presented it to him with a cupped hand.
"This is···"
ointment?
Neither Song Yuanqiao nor Ziyang Daoist understood Zhang Xiaoshan's meaning.
Wudang is a prestigious sect, and its Lesser Rejuvenation Pill is a miraculous healing medicine, no less effective than the Nine-Flower Jade Dew Pill. How could it lack ointment?
"This is the Black Jade Bone-Mending Ointment, a miraculous medicine for healing bones."
I've heard that Yu Sanxia was severely injured by the Mighty Vajra Finger; this medicine will allow him to stand again and recover completely!
"what?"
Upon hearing about the effects of the Black Jade Bone-Mending Ointment, Song Yuanqiao and the others were all excited.
Even Daoist Ziyang's eyes lit up; he hadn't expected Zhang Xiaoshan to possess such a miraculous medicine.
Losing hands and feet is all too common in the martial arts world.
Many skilled individuals, in particular, have had to leave the martial arts world or fall into despair due to physical disabilities.
Therefore, the value of the Black Jade Broken Heart Ointment is self-evident. It is so valuable that people would be willing to pay a fortune for it, making it a treasure of the martial arts world.
"Is what you say true, young master?"
"The Black Jade Broken Heart Ointment is not a secret in the Western Regions."
It is only because one of the main ingredients is extremely difficult to find that few people in the martial arts world know about it; that thing is truly something that can only be encountered by chance.
The young man obtained this key ingredient by sheer chance.
"Supreme Heavenly Venerable, young master is blessed with great fortune; good deeds bring good results!"
Master Ziyang sighed with emotion, and Song Yuanqiao and the others were also extremely grateful.
Regardless, this is an opportunity.
Even Zhang Yuanqiao, who originally did not intend to disturb Zhang Sanfeng, summoned Zhang Sanfeng out of his seclusion because of this.
After all, Yu Daiyan's return to his feet was a great joy for Wudang.
"Supreme Celestial Venerable, Young Master Zhang's great kindness and virtue will be forever remembered by Wudang!"
At this time, Zhang Sanfeng, with his white hair and beard, was over ninety years old, but still had a youthful appearance and an air of otherworldly grace.
Especially her rosy complexion, which shows no signs of aging.
"Master Zhang, you are too kind. I have come to pay my respects not only because I happened to be passing by, but also because I have something to ask of you!"
"What are your requirements, young master? If it is within the power of Wudang, we will certainly not refuse!"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yuanqiao and the others looked at Zhang Xiaoshan without finding it strange.
They would find it strange if there was no purpose behind it!
Thirty-fourth: Bartering goods, exchanging secret techniques for secret techniques.
"Reporting to the Master, what I have learned is the Iron Shirt Body Technique."
However, having mastered the Iron Shirt technique, the young man, through a fortuitous encounter, comprehended an even higher level of the Golden Cauldron Iron Shirt, even developing a pure Yang protective energy from the outside in.
Upon hearing that Zhang Xiaoshan had no master and that his only secret technique was the Iron Shirt Body Technique, Song Yuanqiao and the others were all shocked.
Zhang Sanfeng nodded, showing no doubt about Zhang Xiaoshan's words.
After all, he could see from the beginning that Zhang Xiaoshan's qi and blood were terrifyingly strong, not much weaker than his own true qi.
Moreover, from the outside in, it generates pure Yang protective energy, reaching a state of indestructibility.
"However, while the young man has achieved success in external martial arts, he is lacking in internal martial arts."
Although I have collected a unique internal martial arts technique in recent years, it is unfortunately not suitable for me. Therefore, I have come here to exchange this unique internal martial arts technique for the Pure Yang Limitless Skill of Wudang Mountain.
This is because when I was twelve years old, I had an opportunity to acquire a body full of profound and pure innate primordial energy.
Compared to other unique martial arts techniques, the Pure Yang Limitless Skill is more suitable for younger generations.
Zhang Xiaoshan then cupped his hands and took out a scroll of brocade, on which were engraved the contents of the Nine Yin Manual—
The Tendon-Changing and Bone-Forging Chapter! The Great Demon-Subduing Fist! The Healing Chapter!
The content is limited, but extremely practical.
In particular, the Yi Jin Duan Gu Chapter improves tendons and bones and enhances aptitude. It may not be as good as the Chun Yang Wu Ji Gong, but its value is in no way inferior.
After all, the Pure Yang Limitless Skill requires extremely high aptitude!
Zhang Sanfeng didn't look at the brocade; he knew it contained a martial arts manual.
However, Buddhism teaches cause and effect, and Taoism also teaches karmic retribution.
In an unequal exchange, Zhang Sanfeng would rather suffer a loss than gain more.
Suffering a loss is merely a state of mind, while gaining more is a matter of goodwill.
Therefore, his presenting of the "Pure Yang Limitless Skill" is a win-win situation for everyone.
"Supreme Celestial Venerable, the Pure Yang Limitless Skill is nothing but an external thing. Young Master brought a miraculous medicine to save Dai Yan, which is already a great favor to Wudang. How can we accept your gift?"
"Master Zhang is mistaken."
The Black Jade Rejuvenating Ointment is merely a benevolent act. My purpose is to exchange my ultimate skill for another ultimate skill. Otherwise, wouldn't I be acting like a petty person, taking advantage of someone's kindness?
Moreover, this unique skill is originally a Taoist practice. Although it cannot compare to the Pure Yang Limitless Skill, it can improve one's physique and enhance one's aptitude.
Improve your physical fitness! Enhance your overall health!
Upon hearing this, Zhang Sanfeng's eyes gleamed with excitement; this was the effect of the Shaolin Yi Jin Jing.
"Supreme Celestial Venerable, if these words of yours were to spread, wouldn't Wudang be seen as a villain?"
Seeing that they were yielding to each other, Song Yuanqiao and the others did not dare to say anything.
To be honest, they also wanted that scroll of secrets.
If what Zhang Xiaoshan said is true, it will be of great use to them. You should know that their first few disciples were all young people who entered the sect and missed the opportunity to build a solid foundation.
But if they accepted it, wouldn't Wudang be seen as greedy?
"It was my oversight that led me to do this. How about we exchange our skills for each other?"
"Bartering? I wonder what from Wudang Mountain has caught your eye, young master?"
"No!"
Zhang Xiaoshan shook his head; there weren't many things on Wudang Mountain that he really wanted.
Even if someone values something, taking it would create a karmic connection, so Zhang Xiaoshan explained directly:
"Actually, before I came here, I stayed near Xiangyang City for a period of time, where I was collecting something."
He patted the wine bag beside him and took out a purple snake gallbladder about the size of a grape.
Everyone looked on with curiosity.
Could this snake gall be what Zhang Xiaoshan demanded?
"This snake gall is the gall of the Bodhi snake recorded in Buddhist scriptures, and it is also a treasure for tempering that I discovered by chance."
However, the purpose of my journey here was to search for someone, so I did not have time to continue the search and was delayed in Xiangyang City.
This snake is extremely dangerous; it seems only Master Zhang himself can handle it.
"The Bodhi Serpent? Does such a strange creature truly exist in this world?"
Song Yuanqiao and the others were puzzled, but Zhang Sanfeng was moved and looked at the snake gall in Zhang Xiaoshan's hand in disbelief.
Having read the records of the Bodhi-curved snake, he naturally understood its efficacy.
For those skilled in external martial arts, snake gall is a highly nourishing and invaluable treasure.
"Yes, it's near the outside of Xiangyang City, and there's a divine eagle that's its natural enemy."
If Master Zhang is willing to help me with this favor, this snake gall is far better than the Black Jade Broken Heart Ointment!
"Within three months, the number of snake gallbladders you find in the vicinity will determine the price of this Black Jade Rejuvenating Ointment."
"Okay, it's settled."
Zhang Sanfeng did not refuse; he also wanted to see the legendary alien species.
"By the way, this is the venom sac of the Bosqu snake. Master Zhang can study it and concoct some antidotes for this snake's venom."
Furthermore, there was another extraordinary treasure that attracted this snake; I will tell Master Zhang about it tonight!
"Alright!"
The Bodhi snake is extremely venomous, so Zhang Sanfeng naturally dared not be careless.
He also understood why Zhang Xiaoshan had asked him to go; if it were anyone else, they might have been killed in Shekou if they weren't careful.
"Master! Please allow us to go in your stead..."
“Yuanqiao, the Bodhi snake is a strange creature recorded in Buddhist scriptures. It is not only extremely fast but also extremely venomous. If you are not careful, you may all fall victim to it.”
"But···"
"Alright, since Young Master Zhang has a special treasure to deal with this snake, it's just a matter of going there once for this old Taoist."
Zhang Sanfeng knew that Zhang Xiaoshan was hiding something, and was therefore wary of Song Yuanqiao and others.
The common man is not guilty, but he is guilty of carrying a jade!
After all, Zhang Xiaoshan was not familiar with Song Yuanqiao and others. Even if they had a very good relationship, he still had to keep things hidden.
"Yes, Master!"
The group remained silent, but they were even more curious about Zhang Xiaoshan.
This is not something a greenhorn can do; he is knowledgeable and has many opportunities.
At night, atop Tianzhu Peak!
Zhang Sanfeng and Zhang Xiaoshan sat cross-legged.
Zhang Sanfeng taught Zhang Xiaoshan the secret formula of the Pure Yang Wuji Gong here, and at the same time checked Zhang Xiaoshan's aptitude to see if he was qualified to practice the Pure Yang Wuji Gong.
Undoubtedly, this inspection shocked Zhang Sanfeng.