Twin Dimension Yin-Yang Mirror: Attaining immortality through the martial path

"Miss, that person is so conspicuous and has also revealed that he learned the 'Tidal Breathing Technique', could it possibly…"

Atop the back courtyard building.

Several figures stood leaning on the railings.

Through the gaps in the sparse leaves, they could see everything happening on the Martial Arts Ground.

They could also hear the clamor of the Guardian House Servants.

The coarse language was truly unpleasant to the ear.

Xiao Cui listened with her eyebrows inverted in displeasure.

"It's alright... I know you're worried that Lin Ziqi and the other Protectors might harbor thoughts and secretly hold grudges, but that's completely unnecessary."

Lin Huaiyu said with a light smile.

Who doesn't talk behind someone's back, and who isn't talked about behind their back?

Being gossiped about is not a big deal.

In life and actions, one should be more broad-minded.

Besides, does the master's family need to explain their actions to their own Guardian House Servants?

Not at all.

As long as they are given benefits and a bright future, loyalty will always be there.

The so-called demand for fairness is actually the greatest unfairness.

Those who understand this principle will naturally understand.

Those who don't, don't need to.

"Since the Miss has discovered the formidable aspects of those sword techniques, why not meet Zhou Ping'an in person and teach him the Wave-Cleaving Jin and Submerged Wave Jin, thereby fully expressing your gratitude..."

Xiao Cui was still somewhat puzzled.

If they had not previously known that Zhou Ping'an had such talent and ability, treating him like a normal Protector would have been fine.

But now that they knew he possessed unparalleled sword techniques and had learned the 'Tidal Breathing Technique,' and had even indirectly given him the Blue Wave Pill.

In such circumstances, why not make the relationship solid and win over his heart? What else are they waiting for?

Not only did Xiao Cui think this way, but Xiao Xue also somewhat misunderstood.

However, Xiao Xue's temperament was more reserved, and although she had thoughts, she would not openly ask.

She just silently speculated.

"Haha, I know you would think this way, but actually that's not right.

If it were just any promising young man, such an approach might be fine, but for Zhou Ping'an, absolutely not. An overtly utilitarian approach is too strong and might cause his disgust, ultimately driving him away."

"How could that be?"

Xiao Xue and Xiao Cui were even more confused upon hearing this.

Their own Miss seemed to be considering the other party's feelings, which was not the attitude one should have towards subordinates.

It was more like treating him equally, sincerely looking to form a bond.

That was very hard to understand...

"Look…"

Lin Huaiyu's expression playful, she pointed at a small yellow figure and asked, "Have you noticed anything?"

"Ninth Miss, what's wrong, she loves being at the center of the action, she ran over because she found the trial at the Gentle Water Posture interesting."

"Look, those people, I'm talking about everyone's attitude towards her."

With that said,

Xiao Xue and Xiao Cui could no longer pretend to be confused.

Then, they saw that whether it was a house servant, a Protector, or an Offering,

even including the Protectorate Leader Lin Ziqi, upon seeing the little girl, everyone was very friendly.

Even slightly respectful in calling her 'Ninth Miss'.

The respectfulness in their expressions wasn't acted; it stemmed from deep within, naturally showing on the outside.

"That's normal."

The two maid servants didn't notice anything improper.

"Look at Zhou Ping'an."

Then, they turned their eyes and saw that when Zhou Ping'an saw Little Jiu Girl, his expression was completely different from others...

Not only did he affectionately blink his left eye, but he also made a strange gesture with his arm bent, as if exerting force.

It amused the little girl, who started giggling lightly.

"Strange, isn't it?"

"He's a smart man, he couldn't possibly still be unaware of the little sister's identity now; yet, look at him, is there the slightest bit of apology or reverence?

No, not at all, instead, he dotes on her as if she were his own little sister, or rather, as if she were an equal and a good friend."

Lin Huaiyu's tone grew somber, "And indeed, the little sister matches his temperament, regards him as a very good friend, almost making him the best friend in the world, even surpassing me, her sister."

"Have you noticed that aside from asking for lessons, Little Jiu doesn't cling to us even for storytelling anymore.

Whenever she has time, she goes to find Zhou Ping'an..."

The hint of helplessness and a touch of jealousy nearly made Xiao Cui and Xiao Xue burst out laughing.

They promptly nodded, "Indeed, that's so; but, who exactly is Zhou Ping'an?

Since he has come to serve the Lin Family, his attitude is not like that of a servant, that inherent strong confidence, that attitude like nothing matters even if the sky falls, simply can't be feigned.

Wei Dazui got one thing accidentally right; Zhou Ping'an is not simple, his background is mysterious."

With this, the master and servants fell into deep thought.

Xiao Cui and the others now understood why their Mistress acted this way, not making contact openly.

Sometimes, inaction is better than action.

As for matters,

smooth them over gradually.

No rush.

Silently observing and letting things develop naturally is the best approach.

...

"The basic thirteen stances of the Wave-Cleaving Sword Technique, when you really think about it, there's nothing extraordinary about the tricks..."

"What's important is to combine it with the Gentle Water Eight Stances, concentrating all the body's strength onto the blade.

With each strike, use the sword as an arm, utilizing Wave-Cleaving Jin."

Lin Ziqi spoke slowly.

At this moment, the protectors and house servants who hadn't passed had already dispersed.

Several offerings felt it inappropriate to stay any longer.

Along with Xiao Jiu Girl, they left one after the other.

The martial arts ground on one side seemed a bit quieter.

Only Zhou Ping'an, Tang Lin'er, and the five guardians who had just passed the Gentle Water trial remained.

Learning the Wave-Cleaving Sword Art.

The moves of the sword technique are secondary.

It could even be described as simple and crude.

Just adding subtle variations to the basic thirteen stances – the coordination of hand shapes and body movements.

Truly nothing noteworthy.

Instead, the technique of using the sword and the secrets of gathering energy were worth discussing in detail.

Lin Ziqi was very skilled with the sword, having refined the Wave-Cleaving Jin to a profoundly high level and even earning the illustrious title of Wave-Breaking Sword, but he was not much of a lecturer.

"Like this, like this, that way, that way..."

His instruction left everyone baffled.

Then, he probably felt he was not suited to be an instructor, so he simply focused on practicing instead.

"Muscle and bone strength, Qi and blood strength, and skin strength, when these three forces unite, they fuse into energy, drastically increasing the lethality.

This is why someone at the Energy Refinement Stage is called a martial master, no longer on the same level as ordinary martial artists."

"Some martial arts techniques focus on sharp force concentration, with extraordinary penetration capabilities."

"Some martial arts, however, are about transversely training the body, possessing immense strength and formidable defense."

"Our Lin Family's Wave-Cleaving Jin also has its unique characteristics, different from other martial arts.

The essential point is to learn [Layered Jin], stacking energies, like tides and waves.

When the blade's momentum is complete, you can even produce ninth-level blade vigor."

"Of course, such a realm need not be forcibly pursued by all.

Like me, I can only produce Triple Vigor, and even that is quite commendable.

If I encounter a formidable expert of the same level, my Triple Layered Jin is enough to crush competitors, not inferior to others."

Having said this.

Lin Ziqi made a cutting gesture at the waist and casually pushed with the sword.

His movement was not fast.

His waist's muscles and bones, along with the muscles in his hands surged like tidal waves.

When that ripple reached the hilt, the blade explosively resonated a buzzing sound.

It slashed out like lightning.

A vertical iron pillar as thick as an arm installed on the ground had its top half explosively sent flying, cleanly sliced into two sections.

"Take a look at the cut.

Zhou Ping'an leaned in and noticed that the iron pillar's broken part was not smooth like a mirror but had fish-scale-like precision cuts.

It seemed it was not a single cut but three or four cuts fused together.

"Right, when he just activated the blade, the muscles inside his body exerted force several times, somewhat similar to the ripples from the Tidal Breathing Technique."

Zhou Ping'an, suddenly enlightening, yet some aspects still puzzled him.

"I'll teach the sword art up to this point. Gradually comprehend it; those with high talent may grasp this sword within a few months.

For those of average understanding, it might take half a year to a year just practicing with the sword to figure out some of the nuances; this cannot be forced, it requires a moment of inspiration."

With these words, Lin Ziqi no longer wished to say more.

He waved his hand, signalling everyone to leave.

If anyone had looked back, they would have seen Lin Ziqi's gaze toward Zhou Ping'an's retreating figure turn extremely chilly for a split second before returning to calm.

As for Wei Dazui, whether he was shaken up requiring recuperation, or simply shameful and hiding, was unclear.

Nevertheless, as long as Zhou Ping'an and the others were learning the Wave-Cleaving Sword Art, this person was not seen.

"Brother Zhou, have you got it? It feels so difficult; I might not understand the energy-using technique even in three months.

I wonder how many years it will take before I can become a Strength-Training Martial Master?"

Tang Lin'er lamented,

his expression bitter.

Zhou Ping'an shook his head; he had now fully realized that Tang Ergou was truly cunning, a schemer.

Speaking to him, one had to be extra cautious.

He too appeared troubled, "Brother Tang, you can learn it in three months? Impressive!

I felt like I didn't even understand the earlier explanations—I guess even a year of practice might be good enough to learn the technique.

Alas, I've had no foundation before, and I don't know how to use a sword..."

The two men shared their grievances and discussed the difficulties of life for a while.

Then, they parted ways.

Taking each other's words as empty talk, they believed none of it.

As for the superior techniques of the "Wave-Cleaving Knife," and the Lin Family's signature "Wave Subduing Blade Technique" and "Submerged Wave Jin."

No one mentioned them.

What they really thought, only heaven knew.