Chapter 47: Changing the Primary Subject of Study

In his original plan, he actually intended to open the three Yin meridians of the leg first, and then open the three Yang meridians of the leg.

Only after that would he begin opening the three Yin and three Yang meridians of the hand.

Doing it this way was relatively safer, and it would also allow him to maximize the advantages of his internal energy to the greatest extent.

If he immediately switched direction to open the hand meridians after opening the three Yin meridians of the foot, it would result in insufficient internal energy storage within his leg meridians.

Consequently, if he wanted to cultivate lightness skills, his advantage would not be obvious.

Meanwhile, if the hand meridians did not store enough internal energy within a short period, unleashing the full power of sword techniques would likewise prove extremely difficult.

This brought up a dilemma between two directions: whether to choose one to master, or to become a jack-of-all-trades and master of none.

With virtually no hesitation, an answer surfaced in Lin Yang’s mind in an instant.

That was to temporarily give up on the practice of sword techniques.

Although Lin Yang had always held an indescribable fondness for sword techniques—partly stemming from memories of his past life, along with a deep curiosity toward the profound sword techniques of Wudang Mountain, imagining himself becoming a brilliant swordsman in the future, roaming the martial world to uphold justice and fight for the weak.

However, that was merely a dream after all.

Based on his current reality, it was naturally best to continue opening the three Yang meridians of the foot after finishing the three Yin meridians of the foot.

Allowing the internal energy within his body to completely flow through the leg meridians would enable him to make better use of his own advantages.

Although doing so would leave him lacking offensive sword capabilities in the short term, as long as his lightness skills bore fruit, he could still manage to preserve his life even without corresponding offensive capabilities.

With his mind set, Lin Yang gently closed the Xuan Gong Sword manual in his hands and placed it into the box beside him.

“Finished reading?

How do you feel?” Not far in front of him, Zhang Songxi, who was likewise sitting behind a desk, turned the pages of a scripture without lifting his head as he asked softly.

Lin Yang let out a soft breath, looking at Zhang Songxi: “Sect Uncle, I have decided to temporarily set aside sword practice and master lightness skills first before anything else.”

“Oh? Why?” Zhang Songxi raised his head in surprise.

“When I broke through to the Houtian realm, following the principle of proximity, the first ones I opened were the three Yin meridians of the foot.

By now, two and a half of the three Yin meridians of the foot are already open.

According to my plan, I should continue opening the three Yang meridians of the foot next.

Once the leg meridians are fully opened to form a complete overall circulation, I will consider opening the hand meridians.

It was precisely based on this point that I realized many stances in the Xuan Gong Sword manual involve the operation of internal energy through the hand meridians.

Therefore, after much thought, I feel it is better to temporarily put this sword technique down and practice lightness skills first.

Once my lightness skills achieve results and the six leg meridians are completely open, I will then go on to practice sword techniques.”

Zhang Songxi sat up straight, gently closed the scripture in his hand, and rested his gaze on Lin Yang: “To be able to open two and a half of the Twelve Primary Meridians so quickly, your speed is indeed not slow.

Originally, as your Sect Uncle, I am not your master after all, so I shouldn’t pry too much.

However, let me tell you about the normal cultivation situation of our Wudang Mountain disciples nowadays.

When ordinary disciples break through to the Houtian realm, most of them start by opening the leg meridians just like you.

However, they do not open the three Yin meridians of the leg consecutively.

Instead, they open one Yin meridian of the leg first, and then switch to opening one Yang meridian of the leg.

With both Yin and Yang meridians open, internal energy forms a tiny circulation within the legs, which is enough for them to begin practicing lightness skills.

Afterward, they switch to opening the hand meridians.

Once one Yin and one Yang meridian of the hands are open, they can begin practicing the profound sword techniques of Wudang Mountain.

In this way, neither the practice of lightness skills nor the cultivation of sword techniques is delayed.

This is the normal cultivation process for a Wudang Mountain disciple.

Yet, you have directly opened the three Yin meridians of the foot and plan to proceed with the three Yang meridians of the foot next.

Doing so, although it fully connects your internal energy through your leg meridians, will leave you with virtually no offensive capabilities for a long time according to your plan.

When walking the martial world, this flaw would be far too obvious.

However, you are still young now, and it is still a long time before you truly finish your training to travel the martial world.

Therefore, in my view, your choice isn’t actually wrong either.

Before you finish your training, there should be enough time for you to fully connect the six leg meridians and then open the hand meridians.

It should still be in time.

So no matter which choice you make, I will support you here.

Ponder it carefully yourself.”

Lin Yang nodded slowly, though the resolve in his heart did not shift in the slightest.

It was not because Zhang Songxi mentioned he had plenty of time to practice, but because his original cultivation logic had been structured this way all along.

His cultivation method differed from ordinary people.

Instead of opening meridians step-by-step, he was required by the Scholar System to deeply investigate the essence of every subject’s cultivation, and then create top-tier arts most suited to himself.

In this manner, his cultivation approach was destined not to be scattered.

He needed to concentrate his time on one primary subject within short periods.

At most, when tired, he would divide time to other subjects as leisure or preliminary preparation.

“Thank you for the guidance, Sect Uncle.

I know and will consider it carefully.”

“Alright, I know your mind is sharper than ordinary people, and once you set a goal, you won’t easily change it.

However, since you have this intention, it’s best to go back and ask your Third Senior Brother.

His cultivation experience is rich, so he should also be able to offer you plenty of advice.”

“Yes, then I shall take my leave first.” Lin Yang stood up, bowing to bid Zhang Songxi farewell.

Even if Zhang Songxi hadn’t said it, after deciding to switch his primary focus to lightness skills, this matter could not be hidden from Yu Daiyan anyway, and he indeed needed to ask for his opinion.

Even if Yu Daiyan did not agree, Lin Yang did not plan on changing his mind regardless.

Returning to the courtyard, Senior Brothers Qingyuan and Qingliang, whom he hadn’t seen yesterday, had appeared in the yard.

Each held a sword, making subtle gestures in the yard as they sparred with each other.

Seeing Lin Yang walk in, the two hurriedly sheathed their swords.

“Junior Brother Lin Yang, you’re back?” Their voices caused Yu Daiyan to gently open his eyes, turning his head on the lounge chair.

“You’re back? What kind of sword technique did you choose?”

Lin Yang walked up to Yu Daiyan’s lounge chair: “Master, I have decided to set aside sword practice for now and focus on mastering lightness skills first before anything else.”

Yu Daiyan glanced at Lin Yang: “Why?” He asked the exact same question as Zhang Songxi.

Lin Yang explained his reason to Yu Daiyan once more, just as he had with Zhang Songxi.

Yu Daiyan’s brows knitted slightly.

He didn’t feel any annoyance over this in his heart, as he possessed a fairly good understanding of this genius disciple of his.

Since he had decided to cultivate the leg meridians first, he naturally had his own reasons.

Coupled with Zhang Sanfeng’s high regard for Lin Yang, Yu Daiyan did not criticize Lin Yang’s idea right away.