Chapter 122 Snow Mountain Sword Technique

Shi Potian was relieved to hear that Lin Zhennan didn't mind that the Snow Mountain Sword Technique was countered by the Golden Crow Saber Technique and was willing to learn it.

Although the Snow Mountain Sword Technique is not as fast as the Evil-Repelling Sword Technique, it works wonders when combined with the Golden Crow Saber Technique, making it especially suitable for Lin Zhennan and his wife.

Shi Potian borrowed a long sword from Lin Zhennan and walked to the open space at the bow of the ship.

Shi Potian held his longsword across his chest, his expression turned serious, and he slowly said:

"Father, the Snow Mountain Sword Technique has seventy-two moves. Although this sword technique is countered by the Golden Crow Saber Technique, it is an exceptionally powerful sword technique, even more advanced than the Qingcheng School's Pine Breeze Sword Technique. You must watch carefully."

Lin Zhennan listened with longing. He had practiced swordsmanship for decades and had long realized that his own Evil-Repelling Sword Technique was just ordinary. Hearing Shi Potian say that the Snow Mountain Sword Technique was even more advanced than the Pine Breeze Sword Technique, he was overjoyed.

Shi Potian thrust out his longsword diagonally, its force powerful and ancient, like a thousand-year-old pine tree standing tall in the wind and snow, exuding extraordinary grandeur.

"This is the first move," Shi Potian said. "It's the opening stance of the Snow Mountain Sword Technique. It looks ordinary, but it actually hides seven or eight follow-up moves."

Shi Potian was illiterate and didn't know how to explain the wonder of this move, so he could only demonstrate it again and again.

In fact, the Snow Mountain Sword Technique is the treasure of the Snow Mountain Sect. The founder of the Snow Mountain Sect who created this sword technique was You Shengmei. Therefore, this sword technique is characterized by its lightness, elegance, and unpredictability. Each move is in line with the ancient and swaying spirit of plum blossoms and snow.

However, Lingxiao City is located in the snow-capped mountains, so its swordsmanship also evokes the imagery of flying sand and galloping camels and horses in the vast desert.

Therefore, when he came out with the move "Stone Breaking Angel", he showed the ancient and simple nature of the move. He didn't know how to express the feeling, so he could only practice it repeatedly.

Lin Zhennan nodded in agreement. After all, he had practiced swordsmanship for decades and his aptitude was not bad. After several repetitions, he gradually began to see the subtlety of this sword strike.

If the enemy underestimates this initial salute and attacks rashly, this sword strike can immediately turn into a killing blow.

Lin Zhennan took the longsword from Shi Potian and, following Shi Potian's previous stance, practiced the first move.

This first move is actually called "Welcoming Guests from the Pine Trees," and Lin Zhennan's diagonal thrust does have a certain flair for it.

Shi Potian watched from the side, nodding repeatedly.

"Father, this sword strike should look slow, but it's actually fast. You need to hold back some of your strength."

Lin Zhennan practiced and pondered as he went.

Once he had mastered the basics, Shi Potian began to teach him the second move of the Snow Mountain Sword Technique.

With a turn of his sword, Shi Potian thrust six times in succession, each strike aimed at the opponent's vital points. The six thrusts resembled six snowflakes falling, forming the shape of a six-petaled plum blossom, a truly exquisite display.

Lin Zhennan was mesmerized by the sight. As a swordsmanship expert, he immediately recognized that the subtlety of this move far surpassed his own Evil-Repelling Sword Technique.

"Father, this move is the one that was broken by the Golden Crow Blade Technique 'Plum Blossom in Summer,' but I don't know its name."

Shi Potian was self-taught in the Snow Mountain Sword Technique, and he didn't even know the names of most of the moves.

Lin Zhennan said, "Let's call this move, which thrusts out six swords at once, 'Six Snowflakes'."

Lin Zhennan guessed correctly; the Snow Mountain Sect's sword technique was indeed called "Six Snowflakes," and the bastard even had a snowflake pattern left on his leg by this move.

Shi Potian thought the name sounded good, said it was good, and demonstrated it several times before letting Lin Zhennan practice it.

This "Six-Petaled Snowflake" technique is much more difficult. Lin Zhennan tried several times, but his performance was still unsatisfactory, similar to Madam Wang's performance before. Fine sweat had already seeped out of his forehead.

This move, "Six Snowflakes," requires the execution to resemble the fluttering of snowflakes and the howling of a north wind, executed with swiftness, like a plum tree swaying in the wind. Lin Zhennan had only ever practiced mediocre moves like the Evil-Repelling Sword Technique in his life, so how could he possibly grasp it in a short time?

Watching anxiously from the side, Qu Feiyan couldn't help but say, "Uncle Lin, let me try!"

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She took the sword from Lin Zhennan's hand, raised her small hand, and the tip of the sword trembled. Using both feints and real attacks, she actually managed to produce a bit of the charm of "Six-Petaled Snowflakes". The tip of the sword trembled as if snowflakes were falling, which made people want to cheer.

Lin Zhennan stared in disbelief: "This...this..."

Shi Potian laughed and said, "Feifei learns everything very quickly. Father, don't rush, take your time."

Qu Feiyan was very pleased with herself. She practiced the two sword techniques several times, becoming more and more proficient. She even managed to perform the two Snow Mountain Sword Techniques taught by Shi Potian quite well.

She was naturally intelligent and had a good foundation in martial arts. In addition, the Golden Crow Saber Technique and the Snow Mountain Sword Technique were two martial arts that complemented and countered each other. She first learned the Golden Crow Saber Technique and then the Snow Mountain Sword Technique. By comparing the two, she gradually came to understand their essence.

Madam Wang laughed from the side, "Feifei is truly a martial arts prodigy."

Lin Zhennan shook his head with a wry smile, but he was not discouraged. He took the sword again and continued practicing.

Shi Potian patiently guided him, breaking down each move for him. He taught meticulously, and Lin Zhennan learned diligently. As the boat sailed on the river, the sword flashed, and they enjoyed themselves immensely.

Ten days have passed in the blink of an eye.

During these ten days, Shi Potian passed on all seventy-three moves of the Golden Crow Saber Technique and seventy-two moves of the Snow Mountain Sword Technique to Madam Wang and Lin Zhennan. The two practiced their skills at the bow of the ship every day, from dawn to dusk, rain or shine.

Qu Feiyan also followed suit. She was very intelligent and had mastered both sets of kung fu quite well, even more so than Lin Zhennan and his wife.

Longkui has been practicing dual cultivation with Shi Potian every day to heal her injuries. Most of the heat toxins in her body have been removed, and her complexion is rosy and her demeanor is becoming more and more composed.

Sometimes she would lean against the ship's railing, watching Lin Zhennan and his wife practice their martial arts, and occasionally offer a few pointers—she was a grandmaster of martial arts with unique insight, and her words often hit the nail on the head, greatly benefiting Lin Zhennan and his wife.

Sarutobi Higetsu practiced his swordsmanship alone at the stern of the ship. Occasionally, he would spar with Shi Potian, who would give him a few pointers, from which he would benefit greatly and his swordsmanship would improve considerably.

That evening, the boat reached the vicinity of Anqing Prefecture. The river was wide, and the sky was filled with the glow of the setting sun.

Standing at the bow of the boat, Shi Potian watched as Lin Zhennan and his wife finished practicing their final move, sheathing their swords and knives, and suddenly said:

"Father, Mother, you have both learned the sword and saber techniques, but there is one magical aspect to the Golden Crow Saber Technique and the Snow Mountain Sword Technique that you have not yet tried."

Lin Zhennan and his wife were taken aback, then laughed and asked, "What's so amazing about it?"

Shi Potian said, "The Golden Crow Saber Technique is effective against the Snow Mountain Sword Technique. When used separately, each technique has its own unique charm, but when used together by the two of them, its power is boundless and without any flaws."

Madam Wang became interested: "You want me to team up with your father in swordsmanship?"

Shi Potian said, "Yes, the two of them joined forces. Father used a move from the Snow Mountain Sword Technique, and Mother used a corresponding move to counter it."

He paused, then looked at Sarutobi Hijiki: "Brother Sarutobi, I'd like to ask you for a favor."

Sarutobi Higetsu clasped his hands and said, "Please speak, my lord."

Shi Potian said, "Please spar with my parents and test the power of our combined swordsmanship."

Sarutobi Higetsu was taken aback for a moment, then laughed and said, "Alright! I've been wanting to learn from you too."

Lin Zhennan hesitated for a moment: "Ping'er, Brother Sarutobi's martial arts are superb, and we've only just learned them, I'm afraid..."

Shi Potian said, "Father, don't be afraid. With me here, you won't get hurt. Just use all your strength. Besides, only by sparring with masters can you truly learn this sword and saber technique."

Lin Zhennan and Madam Wang exchanged a glance and nodded.

Sarutobi Higetsu also said, "Don't worry, Chief Escort Lin, I will hold back."

Shi Potian said, "You don't need to hold back. Just treat it as if you're fighting the West Sea Blade King."

He paused for a moment, then added, "We can't have a competition on the boat. Let's find a place to dock and have the competition on the shore, where there's more space."

The boatman responded and moored the boat at a secluded spot on the riverbank. As the sun set, the riverbank was covered with fine golden sand, and several water birds foraged in the distance, but they fluttered away as soon as they saw people approaching.

The group disembarked and stood on the shore.