Martial Arts Showdown: My Wife Asked Me to Be the Champion

Chapter 20 Xu Qingya: No! You've come at the perfect time!

"Qingya, what's happened these past two days is a real headache. Could you tell me about it in detail?"

"It's nothing serious, just remnants of the Yuxian Gang and the Liancheng Treasure!"

Xu Qingya raised his eyebrows smugly, took the teacup from Qin Nanqin, took a sip, and exclaimed, "Mmm! Top-quality Biluochun tea, cool and sweet, leaving a lingering fragrance in my mouth."

Xu Qingya leisurely sipped his tea while admiring the surprised expressions on Yang Yan and Qin Nanqin's faces.

After a while, Yang Yan came to her senses and asked, "The Liancheng treasure is of great importance. Wealth is a powerful motivator. If it is not handled properly, it will be besieged by underworld forces."

"Don't worry, they wouldn't dare!"

"Qingya, what are your plans?"

"This morning I persuaded Ding Dian to give the Liancheng Treasure to Mr. Zhuge. I want to see if those underworld bosses dare to bare their teeth at Mr. Zhuge."

"Mr. Zhuge..."

Yang Yan hesitated for a moment, then changed the subject: "I heard that the One-Shoulder-to-Shoulder King came to see you this morning. This lady is impulsive, so you must not offend her."

"She came to recruit me. His Majesty ordered her to establish the Dragon Guard Manor and train the Dragon Guard clan. She thinks I am a talented person and very suitable to be the deputy head of the manor."

As he spoke, Xu Qingya took out three tokens.

The tokens of the Six Doors, the Imperial Guards, and Liu Qingci were all "non-official" but could be officially promoted at any time if Xu Qingya wished.

Qin Nanqin said meaningfully, "You have to recruit talent early, lest someone else beats you to it! If you miss out on someone like Young Master Xu, you'll regret it even if you drink twenty bowls of Meng Po soup!"

Yang Yan blushed and feigned anger: "Nan Qin, don't talk nonsense. As a member of the royal family, it is only natural for Prince Yi Zi Qi Jian to recruit talents for the country. What's this about who's ahead and who's behind? Who would beat whom to it?"

Qin Nanqin pressed her advantage: "Miss, you know better than I what kind of person the One-Shoulder King is. If she throws a tantrum one day, who can stop her?"

Xu Qingya asked in a low voice, "Senior sister, I heard that Liu Qingci is the best archer in the world, but knows nothing else. Is she difficult to deal with?"

Yang Yan sighed, "The Queen and Your Majesty are sisters from the same mother, but their personalities and preferences are completely different. One is learned and talented, while the other is born with superhuman strength."

The late emperor hoped that Princess Qijian would become a talented woman who could compose poems, so he specially named her "Qingci" (meaning "pure words"). However, she was naturally clueless when it came to literature, which drove away countless great scholars.

Even Mr. Zhuge and the Hermit of Heavenly Clothes, after teaching her for three or four months, had no choice but to give up.

As poor as the Queen Qi Jian was in culture, she was terrifying in martial arts. She actually managed to master unparalleled martial arts skills under the guise of learning the Six Arts of a Gentleman.

He was proficient in all kinds of martial arts, including archery, horsemanship, spearmanship, and boxing. He was also skilled in all kinds of tactics, including long-range attacks, pursuit, and close combat, and was at the top level in all of them.

Perhaps due to her excessive vitality, Qi Jianwang had a carefree personality. Rather than a princess or prince, she was more like a military general, always wanting to conquer battlefields.

In terms of personality, the Queen of Shoulder-to-Shoulder is quite kind and treats those around her very well. The only troublesome thing is that she… is somewhat…

I don't know how to describe it.

According to the imperial physician, the King of Qi Jian possessed energy comparable to that of a dragon and a tiger, and had inexhaustible strength. He needed to frequently challenge others to duels to release his excess energy.

oh~~

Last year, I hosted a black market auction as the Fairy of the Startling Swan. I encountered the King of Shoulder-to-Shoulder, who chased me for over 500 miles, leaving me completely exhausted..."

Thinking about her duel with Liu Qingci, Yang Yan's expression was exceptionally interesting. Most of the "strongmen" in the martial arts world were brutes with poor lightness skills. Yang Yan could use her lightness skills to dodge and exhaust her opponents by flying them like kites.

But who would dare to fly a kite at Liu Qingci?

If Liu Qingci gets annoyed and pulls out the Dragon Bone and Flood Dragon Tendon Treasure Bow, who can stop her from shooting three arrows?

Fearing being ambushed by Liu Qingci, Yang Yan dared not distance herself from him. At the same time, she knew that she could never defeat Liu Qingci in close combat, so she could only keep dodging with her light footwork. The two chased and fled for a full day and night.

Finally, Yang Yan was exhausted. Liu Qingci, having vented his excess energy, stretched and ran back to the palace. He had run back and forth for over a thousand miles, yet he was still full of energy and showed no signs of fatigue.

Yang Yan said worriedly, "Qingya, if the King of Shoulder-to-Shoulder Challenges you to a duel, be careful! Don't engage him in direct combat; just use the 'Creation Blade' to maneuver around him."

Xu Qingya pulled out a scroll of secret manual: "Master Zhuge was well-prepared, giving me the Wudang 'Mysterious Void Saber Technique.' This is from Master Zhang… Wait a minute! How did he know Liu Qingci wanted to challenge me to a duel? That old fox!"

Yang Yan comforted him, saying, "Mr. Zhuge sometimes does unexpected things, but he never harms anyone. Just accept the benefits he offers you!"

At this point, Yang Yan smiled and said, "Qingya, since King Qijian has given such a generous gift and Mr. Zhuge has offered such guidance, I cannot be stingy. This is the Pan family's 'Ice Jade Blade Technique,' which is quite similar to that move, 'A Glimpse of Startling Cold.'"

Yang Yan gestured with her eyes, and Qin Nanqin presented an exquisite brocade box containing two items: a sword manual with yellowed pages and the ice jade sword.

Yang Yan explained, "My ancestors were doctors for generations. They once treated a peerless master. That master selected one move from his life's skills and combined it with the characteristics of the Ice Jade Blade to create this sword technique. Qingya, give it a try!"

Qin Nanqin handed the brocade box to Xu Qingya.

Xu Qingya said, "Senior Sister... I can accept the sword manual, but the Ice Jade Sword is your family heirloom..."

Qin Nanqin retorted, "Young Master Xu, since ancient times, beauty has been bestowed upon fair ladies, and divine weapons upon heroes. Besides, you and Miss are family, why distinguish between 'yours' and 'mine'?"

Yang Yan coughed twice, cleared her throat, and came up with a random explanation: "Qingya, your current identity is that of a young swordsman. Sometimes, such as when you are standing up for Linglong Pavilion, it is best to disguise your identity."

You openly use a five-foot-long sword, but secretly use a two-foot-short sword, so no one can detect you.

When traveling the world, safety comes first.

"Only if you accept this ice jade sword can I explain the sword manual to you. Also, Qingya, have you completely forgotten what you did to me last night?"

Yang Yan looked at Xu Qingya with resentment.

Qin Nanqin's face was full of amusement.

Xu Qingya smiled gently and accepted the precious sword.

"Uh... okay!"

Xu Qingya gripped the Ice Jade Blade. Even before the blade was drawn, a chilling aura spread throughout his palm. Those cut by the Ice Jade Blade would not bleed profusely; instead, the wound would be sealed by the extremely cold and yin energy of the blade.

Last night, when Xu Qingya and Yang Yan embraced each other, they felt a deep connection and couldn't help but hug. Xu Qingya examined Yang Yan's bones and found that she had an innate Yin constitution. This, combined with the Ice Jade Knife, was Yin on top of Yin, which was excessive and would backfire on her.

Therefore, the compatibility between the Ice Jade Blade and Yang Yan was extremely low. Conversely, the moment Xu Qingya grasped the hilt, he felt a deep connection, and subconsciously uttered, "This blade is destined for me!"

Qin Nanqin went out to brew tea with a smile.

My stubborn, blockhead lady has finally come to her senses. If we don't make a move now, given the Queen's wicked nature, we might not even get a taste of the soup!

Yang Yan calmly explained the profound mystery of the Ice Jade Blade Technique to Xu Qingya: "Qingya, the moves of the Ice Jade Blade Technique come from the Book of Songs, 'Shang Xie,' and there are five moves in total, named after five oaths in the poem."

"Shang Xie" is a love poem. The Ice Jade Knife Technique naturally carries a tender and poignant sentiment, using the icy and snowy landscape to highlight the lingering affection and subtle emotions.

First move: The mountain has no peak;

Second move: The river dries up;

Three moves: Winter Thunderclap;

Four moves: Summer Rain Snow;

Ultimate move: Heaven and Earth Unite;

To master these five sword techniques…

Before Yang Yan could finish speaking, she saw Xu Qingya staring blankly at the sword manual, his hands moving rapidly. In less than the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, he had already read five sword techniques. He then raised his right palm to form a sword, demonstrating the sword intent of the Ice Jade Sword Technique.

The first time, the moves were clumsy, like new buds on an old tree;

Twice, the moves were fierce, like red flowers and green trees;

Three times, the moves are steady and powerful, like a full granary;

Four times, the moves are calm, like snow falling for thousands of miles;

Five times, the move... the move...

Yang Yan looked at Xu Qingya in surprise. With Xu Qingya's martial arts foundation, learning the Ice Jade Blade Technique was not difficult at all; it was just a little faster.

The problem is that Xu Qingya didn't actually learn any Ice Jade Blade Technique. Instead, he deduced the "One-Style Blade Technique" of that peerless master based on these five blade techniques.

Do not!

This is not a simulation!

It involves understanding, analysis, deduction, and deciphering!

This is a complete process.

By the end of this process, the Ice Jade Blade Technique held no secrets whatsoever in Xu Qingya's eyes.

Yang Yan was shocked for what felt like the umpteenth time.

Is Xu Qingya a monster?

Xu Qingya could achieve the state of sudden enlightenment that ordinary people dream of at any time, and it was a state of complete immersion and self-forgetfulness, with his mind pushing the limits of deduction.

Xu Qingya not only learned the amazing moves that ordinary people wouldn't even dare to dream of in a short time, but he could also return to the original form based on the sword manual and break the original moves.

Is this a hidden dragon in the abyss, or a "true dragon of martial arts" soaring in the sky overlooking all living beings? Yang Yan smiled, finding a little "comfort".

Xu Qingya trusted her very much.

He became completely absorbed in meditation in her presence, without the slightest hint of defensiveness, which clearly demonstrated his affection...

Looking at Xu Qingya's handsome face and feeling the increasingly chilly atmosphere in the room, Yang Yan couldn't help but step forward and drape a cloak over Xu Qingya's shoulders.

It's been cold lately, so be careful not to catch a chill...

Unbeknownst to Yang Yan, Xu Qingya was engaged in a fierce sword duel in his mind. His body appeared relaxed, but in reality, it was like a fully drawn bowstring. When he sensed the stimulation of external energy, he was driven only by his body's instincts.

Xu Qingya's left hand, wielding a "surgery knife," lightly sliced ​​across Yang Yan's wrist, seizing her pulse point. His right hand, in a fluid motion, scooped Yang Yan into his arms...

Just then... *click*...

Qin Nanqin, carrying a teapot, pushed open the door.

Seeing the two embracing, Qin Nanqin blushed and said, "I came at the wrong time..."

Xu Qingya was completely absorbed in studying the sword manual, his words and actions driven by instinct, without a second thought. He subconsciously said, "You've come at just the right time!"

Yang Yan: I'll sell you all to Lingnan!

Qin Nanqin: Miss, you're so quick!

Doubao: You two are already hugging each other, so I don't need to show off my "backflip" anymore, right?