Return of the Mount Hua Sect - Chapter 318 - Be It Shaolin Or Something Else (3)

Chapter 318 – Be It Shaolin Or Something Else (3)

Return of the Mount Hua Sect

Hye Yeon’s face hardened a little

‘It is sharp.’

The sword?

Nope.

It is the steps she took, the form and the eyes looking at him! All of them were too sharp.

‘A sword expert’

Although Shaolin is proficient in all forms of fist techniques, it is true that the Shaolin sect has the best knowledge of martial arts

It means that the Shaolin is a place which puts more effort into the body than weapons. So no matter what others thought it was Hye Yeon’s first time meeting a swordsman who felt this was perfect.

The qi rising from Yu Yiseol was piercing his body. His face was turning stiff at the feeling of needles being struck into the skin

Chak!

With the sound of a bird moving in the sky, Yu Yiseol’s sharp sword stretched out in a line

Although it is a technique with a grandiose name, Glory Guiding the Way, it is nothing more than a simple stab.

The most basic one

However, the basics unfolding in the hands of Yu Yiseol was no different from the skill of heavens.

Thud!

Hye Yeon reflexively stepped ahead and he clenched the fist as he extended it out

The technique was also a simple one

How many times had he clenched his fist to use the technique?

Hundreds? Thousands? Millions of times?

Well, he cannot count it out

A technique and form he repeated again and again as it became one with his body.

Even if it is skills of heaven, if they aren’t polished right, they are just a shell.

Each time he trained, he would do it at the best form of his body.

The dantian would work for him without him consciously touching it, the rotational force the body develops from the toes to the fist.

And release!

Wheik!

The fist of Hye Yeon, which was golden came out like a powerful stream of water

Yu Yiseol who had been coming ahead, twisted her body to the side

And she moved ahead

Wheik!

The fist qi barely passed her by but this was enough.

After she evaded it, she lowered for body to get close to Hae Yeon.

It is common sense for swordsmen to keep a safe distance when dealing with those who use fist techniques.

However Yu Yiseol was narrowing the distance at a frightening pace

Swish!

She shot her wrist very lightly but accurately. The small movement which started at the handle of the sword passed through blade of it, and soon turned to a large movement which aimed for Hae Yeon’s body

The sword shook creating dozens of sword illusions.

The sharp and accurate swords seemed like they would rip the body of Hae Yeon at any moment

In that moment

Shh.

Hae Yeon’s body began to turn a bit hazy and then disappeared as if he never existed there at the same like, Yu Yiseol also kicked the floor to gain force and moved to the side

Swish!

Before long, the sword she was cutting through the air. At first glance, it made no sense

But the place where Yu Yiseol wielded her sword appeared Hae Yeon.

It was like fishing jumping right into the net.

Hae Yeon too looked a bit embarrassed at how quick Yu Yisoel managed to find him. And he tried to dodge the attack but it was completely impossible to do it

Sh!

The sword brushed past the shoulder of his.

At that moment, he turned around and rushed ahead. And while the sword was being pulled back he slammed Yu Yiseol in the stomach

Thud!

Yu Yiseol’s body bounced back like a ball.

Yu Yiseol who was flying like a kite in the air, turned a couple times and landed lightly on the ground

Drip.

A stream of blood dripped down the lips. But Hae Yeon wasn’t in a great situation either. The hem of the yellow cloth near the shoulder was turning red in blood

Those who were watching this all held their breath

Even the disciples of Mount Hua. Yoon Jong was clenching his fists

‘Oh my.’

In retrospect, it was a moment which could be called a few seconds of confrontation, but just how much dedication was within it?

What surprised Yoon Jong the most was the instant judgement and thoughts of the two to counter the other. Without hesitation, they were able to take their best move

Belief in what they learned till now. this is impossible if one wasn’t sure about the path they took

“… was sago this strong?”

Jo Gul groaned

He could tell as he fought with Hae Yeon how strong this novice monk is.

And when he saw the man actually using techniques, Jo Gul would only stare at him

The operation which is as natural as flowing water and the movements that are not felt as clumsy or clutter showing it had been polished countless times.

Hae Yeon whom he experienced was a shocking person. However, Yu Yiseol was able to move along with the same flow

She wasn’t being pushed at all!

“When the sahyungs were all enjoying their sleep, sago would always wield her sword”

“…”

“But don’t get me wrong. Hard work and effort doesn’t solve everything. But she is someone who put everything on the sword instead of eating and sleeping.”

Jo Gul went silent.

Words are easy.

But who can put that into practice?

It is true that Chung myung would show them hell during training. But truly, no one here had pushed themselves on the same level as what Chung Myung was teaching them while he was away

The only person who would train the same with or without Chung Myung was on stage right now

“Look there.”

Chung Myung said with serious eyes looking at the stage.

“Because you will feel something”

Yu Yiseol touched her stomach. She felt her organs hurting, but the internal wounds weren’t too deep

She felt two things from this short confrontation.

First one…

‘He is strong’

A lot stronger than she thought

It felt like she was swinging the sword against an iron wall. It was unlikely for any man to break through that defense. The injury on the right shoulder was a result of him being inexperienced in actual battles.

And the same trick won’t work again.

And the second…

‘I will never win with a head on fight.’

The difference in internal qi is huge.

Yu Yiseol isn’t second to any.

Of course with Mount Hua’s technique she can always cultivate more and Yu Yiseol who took two pills in the past is a lot better than the other disciples of the famous sects.

Yet, she could feel a difference here.

Hae Yeon’s internal qi seemed like the one which could crush her body. And if she let him punch her another time, there would be no more fights.

If so, what she has to do is clear

Without letting the opponent attack her even once, she will have to pierce through his iron defense

Can I do it?

Yu Yiseol’s twitched.

-If you do only what you can, then when will you become stronger? Don’t you realize if you can or can’t? do what you can do every day and repeat it for the rest of your life? These days, kids don’t have a sense of improvement! Seriously!

‘Such a moody old man.’

But he was right.

-Then what if you meet a stronger opponent? You need to be happy. It means that even if you throw out everything at them, they will accept it without a problem. Then you will have to grind harder to grow!

‘You don’t have to say it’

Yu Yiseol clenched her hand

‘I think so too!’

Swish!

At the same time, the stone below her feet cracked as he rushed for Hae Yeon

Kang!

The sword which moved like lightning, slashed the palm of Hae Yeon.

Even though the sword got blocked before doing additional damage, it was still a shocking movement

But this was expected.

Yu Yiseol’s sword glided down the palm

The transition from ‘Strong’ to ‘Delicate’.

The sword gently moved down the palm and aimed for Hae Yeon’s chest.

But Hae Yeon wasn’t going to let that happen

Tung!

His arms moved immediately. The sword that flowed through the forearm was deflected by the qi.

And he punched!

Tung!

The fist which stretched out was at Yu Yiseol’s left shoulder. A shock enough for her body to twist.

But Yu Yiseol didn’t back down.

Celcnh!

Yu Yiseol’s foot stepped ahead and trampled on the ankle of Hae Yeon which was a bit ahead of his body.

The guy’s feet got smashed into the stone below

Tak!

And Yu Yiseol moved back. The sword trembled as red plum blossoms began to bloom!

Now!

Keep the distance with your opponent.

Of course for Hae Yeon who had his foot stuck in the ground, there will be a momentary delay in catching up, but this gap was more than enough for her.

‘Perfect’

But this isn’t enough

More! More! And more!

As if they are alive

Don’t just look beautiful. No matter how perfect the plum blossoms are, if they stop with just that flower, then they are no different from the Southern Edge sect!

To become a plum blossom of Mount Hua is for them to hold the true intention in it!

Yu Yiseol gradually forgot about herself.

‘I…’

In a dark night

The old moon in the sky

Below it is a man wielding a sword

So beautiful and more desperate than any

The sword, which couldn’t connect to it, was cut off and dropped.

She couldn’t forget the image of him sobbing as his collapsed unable to bear the failure of it, and the sight of him was engraved deeply into her eyes

‘Here.’

It is here

The plum blossoms which couldn’t bloom. A plum blossom which never bloomed

The plum blossom that the man had been trying to paint and bring to life all his life was going to unfold in the hand of Yu Yiseol.

The plum leaves too which seemed amile swirled around the wind from the tip of her sword ans covered the body of Hae Yeon

No matter how looked at it, it seemed impossible for him to dodge all of them

But, that moment

“Amitabha!”

Wooong!

Hae Yeon’s body covered in a golden light

His eyes half closed.

The form of basic attack taken naturally.

Those who knew the meaning of this form jumped up in shock

“Infinite Great Power!”

Someone yelled it out almost like a audible whisper.

And

Woong!

Hae Yeon’s body which was dyed in gold immediately began to shine in red in all directions

A majestic feeling

The plum blossoms which looked like they could destroy Hae Yeon’s body began to melt away like snow in sunlight

The Buha Light embracing the energy of destroying all evil and lies and this began to push Yu Yiseol

Celcnh!

If she didn’t resist here, she will be pushed out and Yu Yiseol wasn’t the kind to back down so easily.

Crack!

It sounded like the bones in her body were twisting within

Yu Yiseol took step ahead despite bleeding from nose and mouth

Hae Yeon’s eyes fluttered

‘Why?’

The fight is already won

Yu Yiseol’s sword wouldn’t reach his body now

So why is she moving ahead? She should have realized that the illusion she is using will never even cause a scratch on his body

‘So foolish!’

Hae Yeon began to raise the qi

If didn’t resist this,she would just be pushed out without any injuries so why! Why was she resisting and hurting herself?

Crack!the terrible sound of Yu Yiseol’s ankle being cracked.

Tak!

Yet, she twisted it back to normal and stepped ahead

The blood dripping down from the face was making her face red, but she wasn’t losing her focus

‘Why!’

Eventually, Yu Yiseol raised her sword. Her arms were trembling like a child holding some great sword, but she lifted it up

And slammed it down, very slowly.

No, it was closer to losing strength in hands that lowering it

There was no force, no internal qi on it

Slash!

But Hae Yeon didn’t avid it

His chest was slashed

At best, it was a skin wound

But this is a wound he shouldn’t have to take in the first place

“… I reached it.”

Finally, losing strength in her body, she sat down

Thud!

Victory and defeat was clear

But Yu Yiseol’s face didn’t look like the one a loser should have and Hae Yeon’s face didn’t look like a winners

Hae Yeon looked down at his wound with a white face

‘Just how…’

How can she hurt him without backing down in the dire situation?

Hae Yeon reflexively turned his head and where he was looking at

Was the disciples of Mount Hua, and at Chung Myung who mouthed

“You must feel the chill run down the spine. You bald head bastard”

Hae Yeon’s palms were wet with cold sweat.