Chapter 572: The Nine Yang Divine Art

After returning to the game, Happy rode at full speed and arrived at the foot of Wudang Mountain, exhausted from the journey.
“It turns out to be Young Hero Happy, who has come from afar. Welcome!”
Outside the mountain gate, Happy met Song Yuanqiao leading a group of Wudang disciples, with more disciples behind them, seemingly ready to go on a mission.
Happy quickly dismounted and, under the eager gazes of the players, stepped forward to greet him: “Hero Song.” His tone was neither arrogant nor humble, yet it gave an impression of modesty and courtesy—this was the unique demeanor of the Murong family’s disciples in the martial world.
Song Yuanqiao chuckled. “This time, Young Hero Happy truly shone at the Hero’s Villa. Not only has the Murong family benefited, but our six major sects have also gained honor. Excellent!”
“I wonder where Hero Song is heading?”
“Oh, Young Hero, you may not be aware. Since the battle at the Hero’s Villa, demons have frequently appeared near Wudang, raiding and killing our Wudang disciples and masters from other sects. Some evil experts have also joined forces with the demons. As a loyal person, I plan to go to aid the Ming Sect disciples at the Fengyang branch to prevent them from suffering at the hands of the demons.”
The brief conversation wasn’t a big deal, but the group of players behind them was astonished. These words were part of their mission, and just a few sentences revealed Song Yuanqiao’s trust and goodwill toward Happy…
They began to believe the rumors that had spread a few days earlier. Happy’s decision to give up Zhou Zhiruo’s favor seemed aimed at winning the goodwill of Wudang and even the Ming Sect. They all marveled inwardly: The tactics of a top expert from a renowned family are truly extraordinary!
“I have urgent matters to discuss with Master Zhang. Since that’s the case, I shouldn’t disturb Hero Song’s tasks. I must take my leave!” Happy subtly prevented Song Yuanqiao from mentioning any further mission requirements.
Sure enough!
“So you’re looking for my master. Good. See you again soon!” Song Yuanqiao wisely returned the gesture with a sword salute.
Happy also bowed. “Well, I wish Hero Song and all his colleagues a smooth journey!”
After bidding farewell to Song Yuanqiao and his group, Happy didn’t dare delay. He rushed up the mountain and met the serene Zhang Sanfeng in the Taiji Hall, quickly bowing to him.
“Happy, greeting Master Zhang.”
His voice was clear and loud, with a hint of excitement.
Zhang Sanfeng smiled gently and nodded slowly. “Young Hero Happy, you’re too polite. In this martial arts conference, you outshone all others and stood out among the young disciples. Truly commendable!”
“Master Zhang’s praise is thanks to the kindness of all my seniors.”

“Humble and polite, victorious yet not arrogant—true disciples of the Murong family are indeed remarkable.” Zhang Sanfeng swept his dust brush aside, a hint of admiration appearing on his kind smile. “This time, Song Qingshu was able to return to Wudang Mountain to reflect on his mistakes; Zhou Zhiruo, the leader of Emei, was able to focus on her cultivation thanks to the efforts of Young Hero Kai Xin. I have nothing to repay him with, so I pass on this ‘Wudang Jiuyang Gong’ to him. I hope he will master the ‘Jiuyang Divine Skill’ and take it upon himself to uphold justice and help the weak.”

“I will surely keep Master Zhang’s teachings in mind,” replied Kai Xin as he accepted the ‘Wudang Jiuyang Gong’.

Ding!

System notification: “You have obtained the third page of the ‘Jiuyang Divine Skill’. The ‘Wudang Jiuyang Gong’ and ‘Jinhua Jiuyang Gong’ have been upgraded to the complete ‘Jiuyang Divine Skill’!”

Under a blazing red glow, the ‘Wudang Jiuyang Gong’ in Kai Xin’s hands turned into a red light that rushed into his body. Instantly, the Taiji Hall was filled with an astonishing heat wave.

Under Zhang Sanfeng’s calm and kind gaze, Kai Xin unconsciously sat in seiza position and began to practice the ‘Jiuyang Divine Skill’ automatically. The air in the hall instantly turned into dazzling red streams of energy, rushing toward Kai Xin’s body.

Boom!!!

An astonishing white energy wave surged upward from Kai Xin’s back. His face glowed red, and beneath his skin, a magnificent light seemed to be moving rapidly, gradually transforming his body.

“Truly the most powerful and yang-based martial art in the world—absorbing the energy of heaven and earth to refine one’s own body. Young Hero Kai Xin is truly blessed,” said Zhang Sanfeng with a smile as he watched Kai Xin transform. He then turned to leave, instructing the Taoist boys nearby to seal off the hall so that no one could disturb them…

When Kai Xin regained consciousness, he found himself sitting in the hall, able to clearly hear every subtle sound within a hundred meters around him, including the Taoist boys’ whispers and the chirping of insects outside the hall.

The world suddenly became incredibly clear!

When he stood up, without activating any cultivation levels or using any equipment, he felt as though he had endless energy. As he stepped forward, he seemed to float, able to rise two meters off the ground with just a single step, without using any lightness skills.

Upon checking his attributes, he discovered that they had surged dramatically. His movement skills, physical foundation, comprehension, and strength had all increased by 20 points, all breaking through the 150-point mark. Moreover, there was an additional note in parentheses next to his comprehension: “Remarkable comprehension; gains some insights in martial arts practice, progressing faster than ordinary people.”

Happy was delighted to realize that this was another result of practicing the “Jiuyang Divine Skill.” Suppressing his impulse, he checked his internal energy again—it had also increased by about 10 points, bringing it very close to the 500-point mark.
…
Jiuyang Divine Skill: Level 1.00.
Internal energy recovery speed doubled;
The skill operates autonomously to protect the body, continuously supplying internal energy;
Creates a layer of Jiuyang Divine Skill energy barrier around the body to protect vital organs and meridians;
Immune to the influence and damage of weak or cold internal energies;
Slightly improves progress in martial arts training;
(When the skill reaches perfection, one can imitate the martial arts moves of any target within sight and memorize them.)
…
“Where is Master Zhang?” Happy regained his composure and noticed that Zhang Sanfeng was no longer in the hall. He asked a Taoist boy nearby. The boy, about twelve or thirteen years old, knew he was a distinguished guest assigned by the master and did not dare neglect him:
“The Grand Patriarch went to the back mountain to practice. He instructed me to entertain Young Master Happy. Does Young Master Happy have any further instructions? If not, you may go to the tea room to enjoy some tea.”
“Oh, no need. Please convey my thanks to Master Zhang for teaching me this skill. If there are any future instructions, just pass them on. I’m willing to go through fire and water to fulfill them. I’ll be leaving now.”
“I will definitely deliver your message.”
“Thank you. Goodbye.”
“…”
Two adorable little Taoist boys bowed together at the door to see him off.
After leaving the Taiji Hall, Happy walked with high spirits, his senses greatly enhanced. He felt as though the whole world was within his grasp. Even with his eyes closed, he could clearly perceive everything around him without any obstacles.
Thanks to the improvement from the Jiuyang Divine Skill, the speed of his “Illusion Demon Movement” had reached a new level. Feeling the scenery and wind rushing past him, Happy knew that at his current speed, equipped properly, he could easily keep up with experts at the Wuwei realm.
Happy thoroughly enjoyed this state and simply closed his eyes and flew, moving swiftly among the many Wudang disciples, dodging like a ghost, as leisurely as a dandelion.