Instantly, the entire Zhenwu Hall seemed to transform into another world, the chill of late April turning into the scorching heat of midsummer.
The Seven Heroes of Wudang and Yin Susu's expressions changed as they felt a wave of scorching heat wash over them, forcing them to take several steps back before they felt any better.
"Sizzle!"
As if water and fire were incompatible, as soon as Xiao Ning's Nine Yang True Qi entered Zhang Wuji's body, it met with the Xuanming Inner Force and immediately emitted a sizzling sound. Even Song Yuanqiao and the others could hear the slight movement.
Although the Xuanming internal force was vicious and cunning, it was like a tree without roots. Xiao Ning's Nine Yang True Qi was not only of a higher quality, but also inexhaustible. Therefore, when water and fire clashed, the Xuanming internal force immediately retreated and was soon forced out of Zhang Wuji's body by Xiao Ning.
If some time passes and the Xuanming internal energy gradually penetrates into Zhang Wuji's lungs and becomes one with him, Xiao Ning might have some trouble dealing with it.
However, this chilling power has only just been injected into Zhang Wuji's body, and the time has not been too long. Xiao Ning can easily deal with it.
After a while, a faint bluish tinge appeared on Zhang Wuji's face. At this moment, Xiao Ning bent his left palm and struck Zhang Wuji's back. With a burst of palm force, "Pfft!" Zhang Wuji, who was unconscious, immediately vomited a bluish-black mass.
After spitting out the lumps, Zhang Wuji's face immediately turned rosy, clearly indicating that he had recovered.
Sure enough, a short while later, Zhang Wuji opened his eyes and called out, "Mother!"
Xiao Ning probed Zhang Wuji's body with his true energy, and after confirming that there were no hidden dangers, he withdrew his true energy, slowly finished his practice, and stood up.
Meeting the concerned gazes of the crowd, Xiao Ning smiled and said, "I have fulfilled my mission. With proper care and rest for a period of time, Xiao Wuji's injuries will be fully healed!"
"Haha, junior brother, you've worked hard!"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Sanfeng beamed with joy.
The Seven Heroes of Wudang also laughed, even the heartbroken Yin Liting grinned.
Yin Susu immediately picked up Zhang Wuji and comforted him gently. Then, Zhang Cuishan pulled Yin Susu, and the three of them knelt down before Xiao Ning and kowtowed repeatedly.
"My uncle saved the lives of my family of three twice. I am deeply grateful and will never forget it!"
As Zhang Cuishan spoke, he kowtowed repeatedly. Not only that, but he also taught Zhang Wuji how to kowtow and express his gratitude: "Wuji, quickly thank your grand-uncle for saving your life!"
"Nephew Cuishan, you flatter me. We're family, no need for formalities!"
With a flick of his sleeve, Xiao Ning helped Zhang Cuishan and his family up. He was extremely humble and did not take credit for anything.
After another round of profuse thanks, everyone finally had a moment to spare and turned their attention to the prisoner below, a man in Mongolian military uniform, one of the Two Elders of Xuanming, Lu Zhangke.
Zhang Sanfeng stroked his beard, glanced at the man, pondered for a moment, then turned to Xiao Ning and said, "This man was captured by you, Junior Brother. How to deal with him is up to you!"
Xiao Ning nodded, took two steps forward, stood in front of Lu Zhangke, looked at him, and asked, "What is your name? What is your purpose in kidnapping my grand-disciple?"
"snort!"
Lu Zhangke raised his head, snorted coldly, and remained silent.
"Heh! You won't talk, huh? Looks like you want to suffer a bit!"
Xiao Ning chuckled, flicked his fingers several times, tapping him repeatedly before withdrawing his hand.
A few breaths later, Lu Zhangke's pupils suddenly contracted, and a pain from the depths of his soul swept over his entire body. In his nearly half-hundred years of life, he had never experienced such a painful and devastating feeling.
In addition, Xiao Ning had previously sealed all his acupoints, making it impossible for him to call out or move.
If he had the choice to die at this moment, he would not hesitate to die.
Lu Zhangke was a seasoned veteran of the martial arts world, but he had never seen or even heard of such a torturous method.
Every second was torture. Eventually, my consciousness became blurred, and I didn't know where I was. I just felt surrounded by boundless pain.
Lu Zhangke's face showed extreme fear, and he involuntarily shrank into a ball, like a poor little lamb in a storm.
Upon seeing this scene, Zhang Wuji couldn't help but gasp in surprise. He then quickly buried his head in Yin Susu's arms, unable to bear looking any longer.
Song Yuanqiao and the others remained calm, but they couldn't help but mutter to themselves that this junior uncle was quite ruthless and not someone to be trifled with.
The group's understanding of Xiao Ning reached a new level, but they didn't know that this was just a small trick that Xiao Ning had developed in the application of true qi.
After a while, Lu Zhangke was in so much pain that he curled up into a ball, his eyes glazed over, and he had lost consciousness.
Xiao Ning estimated the time, then tapped Lu Zhangke a few more times with his fingers. Lu Zhangke breathed a sigh of relief, as if he had returned to the human world from hell. He gasped for breath, his eyes filled with fear as he looked at Xiao Ning.
"ah…"
A pitiful voice came from Lu Zhangke's throat: "I'll talk, I'll tell you everything!"
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Chapter 24 Rumors of the Martial World
The deer-wielding staff-wielder's mournful roar echoed throughout the Zhenwu Hall, sending chills down everyone's spines.
After Xiao Ning relieved his pain, Lu Zhangke quickly begged for mercy: "I'll talk, I'll tell you everything!"
Xiao Ning crossed his arms and sneered, "If you had known this would happen, why did you do it in the first place! If you had cooperated obediently, you would have suffered less!"
"Yes, yes, yes, what you say is absolutely right!"
Lu Zhangke harbored resentment in his heart, but outwardly appeared fearful and said, "Whatever you want to ask, I will answer to the best of my knowledge!"
Xiao Ning questioned, "You two elders of Xuanming are always inseparable! Where is the other one?"
Lu Zhangke said, "This time I acted alone. My junior brother was protecting the prince in Dadu and did not come!"
Xiao Ning remained noncommittal and then asked, "Have you two brothers joined the Prince of Ruyang's faction?"
Lu Zhangke sighed, "Yes!"