Qu Feiyan asked in confusion, "Martial Arts Barrier? What is that?"

Upon hearing this, the jellyfish Yin Ji beside her spoke up: "The so-called martial arts obstacle, in Taoism it is called the obstacle of perception, and in Buddhism it is called the obstacle of understanding. It refers to an obstacle that arises from insufficient understanding of martial arts concepts or insufficient mental state during cultivation."

"This is a problem that martial artists may encounter only after entering the Innate Realm. If this martial arts barrier cannot be removed, then it will be difficult to make further progress in the martial arts they cultivate, and their cultivation level may even be affected."

As the voice faded, Jellyfish Yin Ji suddenly realized, "No wonder your progress has been so slow lately. It turns out you've encountered this martial arts obstacle?"

Qu Feiyan said, "So you mean that our understanding and insights into martial arts are not enough, which is why we can't elevate 'Transplanting Flowers and Jade' and 'Indulging in Immortal Steps' to the level of returning to simplicity?"

Upon hearing this, Chu Qinghe slowly said, "People's thinking is limited by their own knowledge and experience. Just like in Gomoku, when you first start playing, you only know how to block the opponent's pieces and try to connect your own pieces into five."

"But later on, as you study and learn more about Gomoku, you will even be able to start planning your moves from the beginning to win, and even develop your own unique playing style."

"With your current understanding of martial arts, it would be too difficult to elevate 'Transplanting Flowers and Jade' and 'Soaring to Immortality' to the level of 'Returning to Simplicity'."

Unlike the three women, Shui Mu Yin Ji, who were all Grandmasters when they met Chu Qinghe, and who had a deep understanding of martial arts, the three women were all experts at the Grandmaster level.

Whether it's Jellyfish Yin Ji, Inviting Moon, or Dongfang Bubai, they are all able to integrate sword intent with their own martial arts through continuous research, thereby unleashing the power of sword intent from another perspective.

However, for Qu Feiyan and the other two women, they were still too young, and their cultivation levels were almost forced to grow too quickly.

Naturally, their understanding and insights into martial arts are far inferior.

His knowledge of martial arts was typically mismatched with his own cultivation level.

Even with sword intent, it is difficult to fully unleash its power.

Unless they improve their understanding of martial arts, the martial arts used by the women will only be imitations, unable to achieve a smooth and effortless execution.

Even the speed at which one's cultivation level improves will decrease.

As the saying goes, "stones from other mountains can be used to polish jade," what Qu Feiyan and the other women need to do now is to start exploring other martial arts or cultivation methods to enhance their understanding in these areas.

After understanding the reason, Qu Feiyan asked in confusion, "But if it's because our understanding of martial arts is insufficient, wouldn't it be enough for Young Master or Sister Situ to explain it to us and improve our understanding of martial arts? Why do we still need to practice swordsmanship specifically?"

Chu Qinghe said irritably, "I'm telling you your arm hurts a lot right now, but can you tell how much it hurts? Is it the pain of being hit by a willow branch or the pain of being cut by a knife? If you can't experience and understand this yourself, there's no point in telling you anything."

Upon hearing Chu Qinghe's words, both Xiao Zhao and Lin Shiyin looked enlightened.

Qu Feiyan scratched her head and said, "I see!"

Then, Qu Feiyan asked, "So how should we practice swordsmanship? Should we find a sword manual?"

Chu Qinghe said calmly, "No need. Tomorrow, go to the blacksmith Wang's shop in the north of the city and buy three longswords. For the time being, you only need to practice the two actions of drawing the sword and sheathing it three thousand times a day. Once you are qualified, you can practice the next action."

Upon hearing what Chu Qinghe said, Qu Feiyan's face widened.

Three thousand times? That many?

Not to mention Qu Feiyan, even Lin Shiyin and Xiao Zhao, who were standing to the side, froze when they heard Chu Qinghe talk about the sword practice.

After regaining her senses, Qu Feiyan said with a bitter face, "Drawing your sword three thousand times on the first day, your hands will be ruined, won't they?"

Chu Qinghe chuckled and said, "Don't worry, it'll be fine. It won't interfere with your other work."

Upon hearing this, the bitterness on the girls' faces only increased.

Qu Feiyan, in particular, let out a wail and collapsed onto the stone table, looking utterly dejected.

Although Lin Shiyin and Xiao Zhao next to her did not look as distressed as Qu Feiyan, their faces also showed signs of distress.

Although they were filled with melancholy, neither Qu Feiyan, Xiao Zhao, nor Lin Shiyin raised any objections.

Seeing the three women's reactions, Chu Qinghe snorted coldly in his heart.

Now, with Chu Qinghe's improved physique, he has to use his natural longsword thousands of times every night when he returns to his room.

If Dongfang Bubai and Yaoyue return, the number of times the sword is drawn will have to increase accordingly.

But now, hasn't Chu Qinghe gotten used to it?

What did I say?

Thinking about it, Chu Qinghe also felt a sense of melancholy.

Being a man is tough!

One hour later.

Looking at the empty money bag in front of her, Qu Feiyan's expression was even more tearful than when she learned that she would have to draw her sword three thousand times a day starting tomorrow.

After all, drawing the sword three thousand times is just a bit tiring. Anyway, with Chu Qinghe's medicinal wine, one cup will naturally relieve all fatigue.

But even if you lose money, it's really gone.

The pain of poverty is far more unbearable than the physical exhaustion.

(End of this chapter)