The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, becoming a disciple of Yue Buqun

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Jiang Ning was about to take the feed from Du Lanyin and feed the edamame himself, but Du Lanyin laughed and said, "It's okay. I got up too early and didn't have anything to do, so I just fed the edamame. The edamame is quite docile."

As Du Lanyin spoke, she stroked Maodou's head and chuckled.

"You haven't had breakfast yet, have you? The kitchen is already preparing it. Senior Brother Liang Fa and the others have already gone over. Junior Brother, you should go and eat first."

"Okay, thank you, Senior Sister."

Jiang Ning nodded and then went to the main hall, where he found that most of the Huashan disciples were already sitting in front of the hall. When they saw him, they all greeted him.

"Junior brother, you're up so early."

"Junior brother, let me accompany you on your next training trip. If we encounter any more of those spoiled brats who brazenly abduct women in broad daylight, let's all work together to teach them a lesson."

"I want to go too, junior brother, let's go together."

"And me, making four of us."

Although there weren't many disciples from the Huashan Sect, there were still several dozen. In addition, Jiang Ning's actions had already made them very excited, so they started buzzing and chattering as soon as they saw him.

It was like hundreds of ducks quacking in Jiangning's ear.

"What are you talking about? It's so lively."

At the crucial moment, it was Yue Buqun who stepped in and calmed down the group of Huashan disciples.

However, his attire at that moment amazed everyone.

The black color scheme exudes a sense of composure, while the gold thread patterns on the clothes add a touch of elegance.

Before this, Yue Buqun mostly wore blue robes, looking like a scholar, but now he exuded an air of nobility.

Yue Buqun looked to be in good health.

Ning Zhongze also came out, wearing the same light blue dress that Jiang Ning had bought. She was already quite pretty, and after Yue Lingshan saw her, she went up to her and teased her, saying that the two of them didn't look like mother and daughter, but rather like sisters. This prompted Ning Zhongze to scold Yue Lingshan for being disrespectful.

"Today I am going to visit Hu Anyu, the leader of the Iron Palm Sect. Which of you will accompany me?"

Yue Buqun looked at the Huashan disciples. When his gaze swept over Linghu Chong, Linghu Chong smiled awkwardly and then stepped back, hiding behind his other fellow disciples.

Yue Buqun frowned slightly and couldn't help but shake his head, but he didn't say anything. Then he looked at Jiang Ning and said, "Ning'er, you come with me."

"Yes."

Jiang Ning nodded.

In fact, no disciple wanted to visit Yue Buqun anymore. Every time they went, Yue Buqun would be chatting happily with the head of the other family, while they, as disciples, could only stand aside, which was really boring. Sometimes they were even compared to the other family's junior disciples, so no one wanted to go. It was much more comfortable to stay at the inn.

"Your master's wife, your junior brother, and I are going to visit friends. You all stay in the inn and don't cause any trouble."

Yue Buqun gave a few words of advice and then left with Ning Zhongze and Jiang Ning.

Anyway, he didn't expect these disciples to be obedient. They would definitely be unable to resist going out to play. As long as they didn't cause him trouble, that was fine.

As Yue Buqun walked along the road, he said to Jiang Ning, "Hu Anyu, the leader of the Iron Palm Sect in Xiangyang, once made a name for himself in the martial arts world with his Plum Blossom Palm technique. Later, he settled in Xiangyang and founded the Iron Palm Sect. Their Plum Blossom Palm is an internal energy technique. Although it looks soft when it is used, it is actually extremely powerful. Although it is not visible on the surface after being hit by this palm, the internal organs will be seriously injured."

Jiang Ning nodded and wrote it down.

What surprised him was why Yue Buqun would tell him these things.

But he soon found out.

The Iron Palm Sect was located on the main road in the west of Xiangyang City. Two burly men with a rough and rugged air guarded the gate. Not long after Jiang Ning handed over the visiting card, a man who was around sixty years old walked out from inside. He was very strong and robust, and strode towards the gate, followed by several young men.

"Haha, Sect Leader Yue, what an honor to have you here."

The voice could be heard even before the person arrived.

Yue Buqun nodded and smiled, "Sect Leader Hu, you're still as dashing as ever after ten years."

"Sect Leader Yue is joking. I am now nearly seventy years old, already in my twilight years. I have no more charm. On the contrary, Sect Leader Yue, you have not changed at all in ten years. It is truly enviable."

Hu Anyu burst into laughter, then looked surprised when he saw Ning Zhongze standing to the side: "Miss Ning has come too? This truly honors my humble abode."

"Sect Leader Hu, it's been a long time."

Ning Zhongze smiled slightly.

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"Sect Leader Yue, it has been ten years since we last met. I have often thought that I would never have the chance to meet you again in my lifetime. I never expected to be reunited with my friend today. I am very happy."

Hu Anyu and Yue Buqun chatted and laughed, reminiscing about the past, their expressions filled with nostalgia.

"Who is this?"

Hu Anyu looked at Jiang Ning beside him and asked with a smile.

“This is my disciple, Jiang Ning.”

A smile appeared on Yue Buqun's face.

Hu Anyu praised, "A man of exceptional talent and appearance, truly a dragon among men!"

Yue Buqun waved his hand with a smile and said, "I'm just a good-for-nothing rascal, I don't deserve such praise from Sect Leader Hu."

Jiang Ning smiled and said, "Greetings, Sect Leader Hu."

"Sect Leader Yue is too modest. Come, Sect Leader Yue, Lady Ning, please come inside."

Hu Anyu gestured for them to proceed, then led the way, with Yue Buqun and Jiang Ning following behind.

"When I was born, I wondered what Brother Jiang's birth order was in Mount Hua?"

A young man behind Hu Anyu approached Jiang Ning and tried to get closer to her. He was of above-average appearance and dressed in a well-fitting suit.

Hu Shi?

Judging from the surname, he should be the son or nephew of Master Hu.

Upon hearing Hu Shi's words, Jiang Ning smiled and said, "I am the last in line at Mount Hua."

Hu Shi nodded thoughtfully, then smiled and said, "To have Senior Yue by your side, Brother Jiang's martial arts must be among the best in Mount Hua, right?"

Jiang Ning shook his head and said, "My martial arts skills are weak and not as good as those of my senior brothers and sisters in the sect. It's just that they are all busy practicing, so Master took me with him."

Upon hearing this, Hu Shi's smile faded slightly. He nodded to Jiang Ning and stood back down.

He had initially thought that Jiang Ning was either Yue Buqun's son or the most skilled martial artist in Huashan, and that Yue Buqun valued him so much that he was kept by his side. He assumed that Jiang Ning must have a high status in the Huashan Sect, and that it would be a good thing for him to befriend a disciple of such a prestigious sect. However, after talking with him, he found that this was not the case, so he lost interest in befriending him.

The Iron Palm Sect's headquarters is extremely luxurious, covering at least several dozen acres in Jiangning alone. It seems that the Iron Palm Sect must be the number one power in Xiangyang.

Upon arriving at the main hall, Hu Anyu invited Yue Buqun and Ning Zhongze to sit down, while Jiang Ningze stood behind them. Soon after, several maids came in with tea.

These maids were all quite beautiful, but one of them caught Jiang Ning's eye.

The maid had fair skin, was about sixteen or seventeen years old, had very long eyelashes that fluttered like butterflies, and had bright, lively eyes. She was very beautiful.

"Sect Leader Yue, Lady Ning, it is an honor to have you grace my humble abode with your presence. My family is small and my business is meager, so I have nothing to offer you both. I hope you will not mind."

Hu Anyu sat in the main seat with an air of superiority and smiled at Yue Buqun.

"Master Hu, what are you saying? My wife and I have already caused you a great deal of trouble by coming uninvited. Besides, Master Hu is the most powerful force in Xiangyang City. If you are so small and insignificant, then I, Yue, must feel ashamed of my own inadequacy."

During the conversation, a maid brought over a cup of tea. Yue Buqun nodded slightly to the maid, took the cup of tea, and sipped it, his face showing surprise.

"Sect Leader Hu, this tea is extraordinary. Its aroma is irresistible, and its aftertaste is unforgettable. It is a top-quality tea."

"hehe."

Hu Anyu waved his hand and laughed, "I am a rough man and do not know anything about these things. It was just that the prefect of Xiangyang Prefecture sent this tea two months ago. He said it was some kind of tribute tea and very precious. But I think it is not as enjoyable as drinking wine. I am not used to this kind of tea."

Yue Buqun chuckled.

"Sir, please."

At this moment, the maid Jiang Ning had noticed earlier came to him with a tea tray, bowed her head slightly, and spoke softly.

"No, thank you."

Jiang Ning nodded slightly and said.

Upon hearing his words, the maid looked up at him, her eyes as beautiful as black gemstones.

At this moment, Hu Anyu waved his hand, and the other maids withdrew, and this maid also withdrew.

"Brother Jiang, the Huashan Sect is famous throughout the world, and the Gentleman Sword Master Yue of the Huashan Sect is even more renowned. I have often heard of the exquisite and profound Huashan swordsmanship before, and have long admired it. I am very happy to see it today and would like to have a friendly exchange so that I can admire the Huashan swordsmanship. I wonder if Brother Jiang would give me a chance?"

Just then, Hu Shi suddenly spoke to Jiang Ning.

A faint smile appeared on his face.

Jiang Ning did not speak upon hearing this, but instead looked down at Yue Buqun.

Yue Buqun said with a faint smile, "My disciple's martial arts skills are too weak to match Young Master Hu's, so let's forget about it."

Hu Shi smiled and said, "Sect Leader Yue, rest assured. I have long admired the Huashan sword technique and wish to witness it with my own eyes to fulfill my wish. Let's stop here."

Hu Anyu then spoke up with a smile: "Sect Leader Yue, it's good for the younger generation to spar with each other. I, Hu, would also like to see the style of the Huashan disciples."

Upon hearing this, Yue Buqun smiled and pondered in silence before turning to look at Jiang Ning.

"Ning'er, since Sect Master Hu has said so, why don't you and Young Master Hu have a match, but stop when you've made your point?"

"Yes."

After the conversation between Yue Buqun and Hu Anyu, it seems that their relationship is not that good, and they can't be considered friends. The other party obviously wants to suppress Huashan. Since that's the case, Jiang Ning will not be polite.

"Let's go to the training ground, Brother Jiang, please."

Hu Shi gestured for Jiang Ning to enter, then went out first, with Jiang Ning following him to the training ground, sword in hand.

The Iron Palm Sect's training ground was very spacious, and when Jiang Ning went there, there were still many Iron Palm Sect members practicing.

"Little Lord!"

"Little Lord!"

These men were burly and exuded a fierce aura.

"Ah."

Hu Shi nodded slightly, his smile indifferent.

"My son has recently made some progress in martial arts, and he has become somewhat arrogant. Please don't take offense, Sect Leader Yue."

Hu Anyu looked at his dashing son and chuckled as he spoke.

"hehe."

Yue Buqun simply chuckled and did not respond.

"Brother Jiang, please enlighten me."

Upon arriving at the center of the training ground, Hu Shi extended his left hand to Jiang Ning with great poise.

"Ah."

Jiang Ning smiled and said, "Swords have no eyes, Young Master Hu, please be careful."

As soon as he finished speaking, Jiang Ning released the scabbard, grabbed the hilt the moment the longsword fell, leaned forward slightly, and rushed forward with a light touch of his toes. The scabbard slid off, and the cold-looking blade was exposed to the air, emitting a clanging sound.

Clang!

The moment the scabbard hit the ground, Jiang Ning was already in front of Hu Shi, the tip of his sword aimed at Hu Shi's face.

Hu Shi's expression changed, and he hurriedly retreated, but the sword tip remained right in front of him, not moving away as he retreated.

There was a large tree behind him, leaving him nowhere to retreat. Hu Shi glanced back and chose to turn sideways.

puff!

The long sword pierced straight into the tree.

"This move is called 'The Phoenix Arrives.'"

Jiang Ning's voice came from the other side.

Hu Shi's face was gloomy.

Chapter 44: Night Stroll