Chapter 288 - Cloudmist Steps, The Chief Disciple, Gongsun Jianwu, Who’s Like A Vixen (1/2)

Chapter 288 Cloudmist Steps, The Chief Disciple, Gongsun Jianwu, Who’s Like A Vixen.

AST 288 - Cloudmist Steps, The Chief Disciple, Gongsun Jianwu, Who’s Like A Vixen

After speaking, Cang Wuya explained the method of channeling Qi twice and then started to demonstrate as he did so. Qing Shui did not know how far his Free Spirit Steps could progress, but the current Free Spirit Steps were not comparable to the Cloudmist Steps. Moreover, Qing Shui noticed that the level of his Free Spirit Steps seemed pretty high, and there did not seem to be much progress recently.

Qing Shui’s and the two ladies’ level of comprehension was very high, and had soon picked it up, but they just seemed to be a bit stiff when using it. Let alone “strolling”, they could barely “glide”.

Cang Wuya had also said earlier that this technique was fully dependent on one’s familiarity and comprehension. It required one to comprehend with the heart, so Qing Shui practiced it seriously. However, the effects were not too good, and he kept feeling that something seemed off.

Suddenly, he thought of the state he had entered when he was practicing Tai Chi the other time. The feeling of as if he was in a dream. Qing Shui was also now considered to be slightly familiar with the Cloudmist Steps, and he repetitively performed the Cloudmist Steps as he searched for the same feeling.

Sometimes, the two ladies would calm down to give it some thought before they continued. Cang Wuya only watched from the side, not saying a word. Only smiling as he looked at the three youngsters he was sort of connected with.

For a full two hours, Qing Shui practiced like a robot. Suddenly, he closed his eyes, his body suddenly glided, but his eyes remained closed. He then glided once again. This time around, it was obviously more natural.

Cang Wuya’s gaze towards Qing Shui gleamed very brightly. The old man’s eyes became bright like the stars, but they turned back to normal in just an instant, the smile on his face turned increasingly warmer.

Even Canghai Mingyue and Huoyun Liu-Li were staring at Qing Shui with their unblinking beautiful eyes, marveling at how Qing Shui was moving with the Cloudmist Steps at a speed which the naked eye could see.

“He is really like a demon. This is too much of a shock. My talent wasn’t that bad since I was young either, but I’d already gotten a shock after meeting Sister Mingyue, and now he…” Huoyun Liu-Li looked towards the Canghai Mingyue who was similarly in a daze as she mumbled.

Canghai Mingyue looked at Huoyun Liu-Li, finding it funny. She knew that the latter was very headstrong and seeing Qing Shui’s performance made her feel a sense of failure and frustration.

After Qing Shui felt satisfied he stopped, and another hour had passed before he saw other people looking at him. Only then did he then smile, embarrassed.

Qing Shui didn’t expect that the Cloudmist Steps actually had a similar mindframe as Taichi, allowing one to perform it casually as one wished to. He now understood why Cang Wuya had said those words from the start. This was why!

“Qing Shui, how did you do it?” Huoyun Liu-Li pouted her lips, saying in a pettish manner as she walked to Qing Shui and lifted her head to look at him.

Qing Shui found it funny to see such a charming lady acting like such a kid and said, “There’s no helping it, I’ve got the right character and a higher level of comprehension.”

“Hmph, get over yourself.” saying this, Huoyun Liu-Li could not help but smile too.

They continued to spend the afternoon practicing the Cloudmist Steps. Although the two ladies did not experience the chance encounter Qing Shui had, their progress was not bad either, though theirs was still far behind his. Huoyun Liu-Li would occasionally grumble, causing Qing Shui to not know whether he should laugh or cry. Just from one afternoon alone, Qing Shui had already been called a pervert by Huoyun Liu-Li at least three times.

The term ‘pervert’ might be seen as as a compliment at times though, just like how it was used now. When one’s progress was tremendous or one’s comprehension was extremely high such that they were beyond description, it would be described as demonic or pervert.

When it was time for dinner, Fei Wuji came over. In the Heavenly Palace, for them, it was like everyone in the family was reunited, even though Qing shui had only met them twice. However, Qing Shui was still full of respect for Fei Wuji. This man had given him the feeling that he was not only strong, but his eyes seemed to be able to see through many things. Just like Cang Wuya, this man gave off a feeling of so much wisdom and farsightedness that it was close to being demonic.

“Qing Shui, did you beat up the Gongsun Clan’s 3rd son’s underlings?” Fei Wuji chuckled.

“Mmmm. How did Martial Uncle know this?!” Qing Shui asked, astonished.

“Gongsun Clan’s 3rd son has always been one to throw his weight about. The fact that you’ve beaten his people up is the same as having beaten him. The news is spreading like wildfire out there. Everyone is waiting to watch a show.” Fei Wuji seemed to be very happy as he said this.

Qing Shui could not understand Fei Wuji’s feelings. He had already gotten himself into trouble, but why did he seem to be very happy?

“Martial Uncle, you’re not angry?” Qing Shui could not help but ask, puzzled.

Qing Shui’s words made Fei Wuji and Cang Wuya break out in laughter. And then, Cang Wuya started to feel emotional.

“Canghai, Wuji and that son of mine used to be especially mischievous when they were young, creating trouble every so often. This old man was the one who had clean up the mess for them. Back then, what I enjoyed most was to clean up their mess, or even try to put in a good word for them in front of others. It’s because the elders from both families were on relatively good terms with each other. Well, it’s natural for kids to be fond of fights, so I’d be happy even if I have to pull down my face in front of others. It’s because it shows that my child and disciples were the most outstanding.”

Cang Wuya’s words made Qing Shui’s heart warm, and even Canghai Mingyue listened silently when hearing about her father. However, her expression was very gloomy.

“Until one day, my son was killed by someone’s deliberate ‘accidental’ attack, and as his father, I had no other choice when the other came to offer their apologies. Who would be able to accept having their son killed? But the other party’s abilities did not allow me to take action. After all, the involved parties were the younger generation. In the end, in an unsuitable situation, Canghai could not restrain himself but killed the person who was his younger Martial Brother’s murderer. I did all I could, but was still not able to keep him in Heavenly Palace.” Cang Wuya shared the story of the past solemnly, telling them the reason why Canghai was chased out of the sect.

It was no wonder Canghai Mingyue was treated like his biological granddaughter. Canghai was brought back and raised up by him and was no different than his biological son!

“Back then, Wuji and Canghai were still immature. Now, only Wuji is left. Your Martial Uncle Wuji’s status is special. My old bones haven’t moved for a very long time, and our group has been desolate for very long. Whether we can stand up again will be up to the three of you. If you have any problems, this old man will fend them off for you. You guys only need to be rest assured and do whatever you wish.”

At that moment, Cang Wuya’s strong aura spread out to the surroundings, not threatening but yet shocking!

“Qing Shui, the other party already knows that you are with Master, and the one to deal with you can only be another 3rd generation member. I feel that you shouldn’t have any problems, just feel free when you deal with them.” Fei Wuji chuckled.