Jiuqiu nodded and said, "It takes five days to teach you all the moves of swordsmanship, which is more than enough time." In fact, it only takes half a day for the teacher to teach you all the swordsmanship, just so that you have enough time to practice. ”

Taihao said in his heart: Master has said so, is this "Jiuqiu Sword Technique" really so easy to learn? In terms of martial arts, I have learned the boxing technique of "Snow Cat Fluttering Shadow" and the fingering of "Idle Cat Listening to the Sea", and today I will learn the "Jiuqiu Sword Technique", which must bring me a lot of gains! Thinking of this, Tai Hao arched his hand and said, "Thank you Master for teaching me martial arts!" The apprentice must follow the Master and study well in these few days. ”

Jiuqiu smiled and nodded, and said to Taihao: "Very good, I believe that you will become an excellent swordsman." Remember, swordsmanship is not just for fighting, it's for life. The way of using the sword is also the way of your cultivation. While learning swordsmanship, we should also pay attention to self-cultivation and cultivate a calm, resolute and brave heart. Only in this way can you truly comprehend the essence of swordsmanship. ”

Tai Hao felt very useful by his master's words, and he decided to listen carefully to his master's teachings and work hard to learn swordsmanship and martial arts skills, while also paying attention to his inner cultivation to become a true swordsman.

After three days of hard work, Tai Hao has practiced the basic skills of "Jiuqiu Swordsmanship" very skillfully, and now he has entered the formal swordsmanship learning stage.

On this day, Jiuqiu alone took Taihao to a nearby secluded valley. The valley is surrounded by mountains and trees, and a clear stream meanders through the mountains, making the sound of flowing water.

Jiuqiu held a long sword in his hand and swung it slowly, and the sword aura was like a rainbow, breaking through the air. His movements are smooth and graceful, and every move is just right, which makes people feel refreshed and happy.

"Apprentice, dance for the teacher first, you have a good ......" Jiuqiu said, the long sword in his hand turned into a little afterimage, drawing a graceful arc into the air. His body is like a dancing white crane, light and agile.

Tai Hao stared at his master's movements, engrossed in learning. He saw that his master's swordsmanship was unpredictable, sometimes light as the wind, sometimes as sharp as thunder, as if a wisp of wind was blowing, and it was as powerful as a thunderbolt. At this moment, he felt the beauty and power of the swordsmanship, and he was also deeply impressed by the master's cultivation.

Jiuqiu danced the sword for dozens of rounds, his body was elegant, his sword qi swept, and the trees and stones in the valley were all smashed by his sword qi. Tai Hao was fascinated by it, and he wanted to learn this swordsmanship well and become an excellent swordsman.

"How much have you learned?" Jiuqiu stopped his sword dance and turned his head to look at Taihao.

Tai Hao pondered for a moment and replied, "Master's swordsmanship is unfathomable, but I just watched Master's dance this time, and I can't remember every move." ”

Jiuqiu smiled and said, "Next, the teacher will disassemble each trick clearly and teach you little by little." ”

"Jiuqiu Sword Technique" is a kind of sword technique characterized by lightness and speed, and the moves are flexible and elusive. There are nine strokes in this swordsmanship:

The first move, called "Leaves Without a Trace", is a fast-moving and serial attack that requires a high level of skill and agility. First use your right hand as the main attacker and sweep to the right, then stab your sword upwards with your left hand while rotating your body to the left, and then sweep to the left with your left hand as the main attacker. This move has a wide range of attacks, which can quickly disrupt the opponent's rhythm and make it impossible for the opponent to deal with it.

The second trick is called "chasing the wind and electricity", which is a difficult technique that requires extremely high internal strength and body skills. First, use your right hand as the main attacker, gallop forward, while holding the sword in your left hand to make a stabbing motion, then raise your right foot and kick it to the right, retract your left hand, and then turn to the left with your left foot as a fulcrum. This process requires quick reflexes and accurate judgment to complete this difficult technique.

The third move, called "Left and Right Bow", is a quick attack and changing combo technique, and it also requires strong body skills and flexibility. With your right hand as the main attacker, swing your sword to the right and slash out, then swing your sword with your left hand to the left, then take a step forward with your right foot while your right hand reaches forward to attack. This technique comes in a variety of variations and can leave opponents at a loss.

The fourth trick is called "Cloud Dragon in the Sky", which is also a difficult technique, and it also requires extremely high body skills and internal strength. Hold the sword with both hands, jump upward, and at the same time rotate your body, stretch out your arms to form a "cloud dragon", and finally land on your feet when you land. It takes a lot of power and control to pull off this imposing trick.

The fifth move, called "Jin Ge Iron Horse", is a large-area attack technique known for its strength and momentum. When using this technique, you first slash forward with your left-handed sword, creating a powerful momentum that will put your opponent under pressure. Then attack from the side with a sword in your right hand, while your body spins to make the attack more difficult to dodge.

The sixth move, called "Dragon and Tiger Leap", is a jumping attack technique known for its speed and agility. When using this technique, the sword is swung forward with the left hand, creating a powerful momentum and making the opponent feel an invisible pressure. Then jump up with your right foot, while slashing down with your sword in your left hand, giving the attack a sudden and unexpected effect. Finally, when you land, land on your right foot and stabilize your body.

The seventh move, called "Shadow-Following", is a fast movement and attack technique known for its agility and quick change. To use this technique, start with your right hand as the main attacker and sweep to the right to create a lateral attack effect. Then the sword in the left hand is stabbed upwards while the body rotates to the left, and then the left hand is the main attacker, sweeping to the left, making the attack have a vertical and diagonal change.

The eighth trick is called "Nine Heavens and the Moon", which is a technique of overcoming rigidity with softness, mainly known for its skillful use of internal force and body technique. When using this technique, start with the left hand as the main attacker, swing the sword to the right and slash out, creating a powerful momentum that will also put the opponent under pressure. Then the right hand goes around the left side and attacks behind the back, giving the attack a surprise effect.

The ninth move, called "Overcoming Rigidity with Softness", is a technique that uses the opponent's strength and attacks to defuse and counterattack. To use this technique, you attack forward with your left sword, then stab upwards with your right sword, and then block your opponent's attack with your left sword, so that your attack can go smoothly.

Jiuqiu taught all the moves of the sword technique to Tai Hao in only half a day. He not only explained the essentials and techniques of each move in detail, but also let Taihao continue to practice and experience.

It took Tai Hao five days to practice these nine moves repeatedly, and under the patiently guidance of his master, Tai Hao was soon able to master these moves and began to try to apply them in actual combat. This made Tai Hao admire his master's swordsmanship even more, and also gave him higher expectations and confidence in his swordsmanship.

Since Jiuqiu accepted Taihao as an apprentice, Yingyu has called him "junior brother" every day. This reminded Taihao of Nian Yu who was far away in Pinghe City, and it was also by chance that he worshiped Master Yuan Shi as his teacher, and he became Nian Yu's junior brother, although he himself has not been able to accept that a woman younger than himself wants to call himself a junior brother, but he has to accept this reality. When he was in Pinghe City, Xuanyu always called himself "Brother Taihao", but he didn't expect to leave Pinghe City for two years, and when he went back, he would call himself "junior brother". Thinking of this, Taihao also felt very funny.

The night before heading to Heavenly Snow City, Yingyu prepared a table full of meals. At the dinner table, Tai Hao first toasted a glass of wine to the master. Subsequently, Jiuqiu said: "The master has already taught you the 'Jiuqiu Swordsmanship', and you must practice diligently in the future to continuously improve your swordsmanship." Tai Hao hurriedly replied respectfully, "Yes, Master, the apprentice will work hard to cultivate." ”

Jiuqiu continued: "Tomorrow you will go to Heavenly Snow City, and I will prepare some items for you on the road for the master, and you will see if these things are complete." After speaking, Jiuqiu handed Taihao a package containing some dry food, kettles and other necessities.

Taihao took the package and said suspiciously, "Master, you said that we ...... Didn't he go to Heavenly Snow City by himself? ”

Jiuqiu smiled and said, "Yingyu will go with you." ”

Ying Yu nodded and responded: "Master was worried that something would happen to you on the road, so he asked me to accompany you. ”

Taihao was grateful, but also a little embarrassed. He knew that Jiuqiu was for his good, so he would deliberately let Ying Yu accompany him to Heavenly Snow City. So Taihao hurriedly thanked: "Thank you Master and Senior Sister for your care, I will definitely protect myself." ”

Jiuqiu continued: "This time, let Ying Yu accompany you to Tianxue City to pick up the car, which reminds Weishi of a few years ago, when the emperor was also in trouble, when Weishi asked Jiayu to guard the emperor's side and protect the emperor's safety. Now the past repeats itself, and it has been replaced by a baby jade ......"

Seeing that the master was halfway through his words, Ying Yu stopped talking and guessed the meaning of the master's words. Hurriedly responded: "Master, the apprentice knows what the master thinks in his heart, and being able to serve the Eastern Empire is something that every subject of the Eastern Empire is willing to do, and the apprentice will follow the master's orders and protect the emperor." It's just that the disciples are also worried, we are all gone, and the master himself is here, will he feel lonely? ”

"It's very gratifying for you to think so." Jiuqiu nodded lightly in agreement, and at the same time, he also knew that Ying Yu was the most filial and sensible of several apprentices. He continued: "After you all leave, you won't be the only teacher here. ”

Ying Yu hurriedly asked, "Master, you are talking nonsense, it's not you who is here, then who else is here?" ”

Jiuqiu smiled: "And your uncle, don't worry, that old guy will come to see the ...... as a teacher every day."

After speaking, the three of them laughed.

Taihao asked, "I've been here for so many days, I still don't know what the name of this place is?" ”

Ying Yu introduced: "This is Mengding Mountain, which belongs to the boundary of Yachuan City of the Eastern Empire. The peaks here are steep and cloudy, and it has been a holy place for Taoist cultivation since ancient times. Mengding Mountain has a unique landscape, four distinct seasons, and a mild and humid climate. The mountains are lush with forests, babbling streams, cascading waterfalls, and a wide variety of animals and plants. Here, you can feel the magic and beauty of nature, and appreciate the feeling of tranquility and peace. You've never seriously browsed the scenery these days. There are many ancient temples and temples on this hill, the most famous of which is the Mong Ding Temple. In addition to its natural landscapes and cultural heritage, Mengding Mountain is also famous for its tea. The tea here is of excellent quality and is known as one of the treasures of the Eastern Empire. It's not the right time for you to come now, every year when the spring flowers bloom, when the new tea sprouts are first showing, it is a good time to pick tea. When the time comes, I will also go to the mountains to pick tea, holding a bamboo basket in my hand, stepping on the bluestone road, walking along the mountain path to the tea plantation, while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the mountains, while picking fresh tea leaves, that scene will make me feel very happy. ”

After listening to Ying Yu's words, Taihao felt very sorry. It's a shame that he's been here for so long, and he hasn't had the chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery here.