Zhang Xiu was somewhat unconvinced. The Hundred Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix Spear was created by his master himself, and its mysteries were endless. He never expected that Lu Li would belittle it as worthless.
"snort!"
Zhang Xiu snorted coldly and turned her head to the side.
Zhang Ren sighed and said in a deep voice, "Brother, your talent is indeed amazing. Although I, Zhang Ren, am a rough man, I can still see your extraordinary nature."
"But you have disgraced my master, and I, Zhang Ren, absolutely cannot accept that!"
As Zhang Ren finished speaking, a resolute light shone in his eyes.
Lu Li smiled calmly and waved his hand, saying, "You misunderstand me. All martial arts in the world, no matter how varied, share the same fundamental principles. No matter how skillfully you wield the Hundred Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix Spear, it's still just your master's spear technique."
Zhang Ren and Zhang Xiu were taken aback upon hearing this, and a sharp glint flashed in their eyes.
Lu Li continued, "I just want to tell you that as martial artists, you must forge your own path and not be bound by this spear technique, otherwise you will never reach the level of a minor grandmaster."
Zhang Ren was immediately taken aback. A minor grandmaster? What level is that?
They had never heard of it, because a martial artist who could reach the ninth level was already invincible.
Zhang Ren and Zhang Xiu are only sixth-level martial artists, yet they have already become outstanding figures among the younger generation.
"Nonsense, what minor grandmaster? I've never even heard of him." Zhang Xiu snorted coldly, showing great disdain for Lu Li's assessment.
Lu Li was taken aback. Did this era not even have any minor grandmasters?
But he soon understood.
Because Qu Yuan once told him that since Emperor Zhuanxu severed the connection between heaven and earth, the flow of energy in the human world has become weaker and weaker.
The Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, which were adjacent to each other, would produce significant differences.
Four hundred years have passed since the Qin Dynasty, and the natural flow of energy has become weaker, which is why no martial artist today has been able to reach the level of a minor grandmaster.
Lu Li gave a wry smile and then said, "I am just traveling around and want to visit Guiguzi. I have no ill intentions."
Zhang Ren realized at this moment that if Lu Li had really come to provoke him, the two of them would never still be standing there talking to him.
“Brother, we were presumptuous before. Our master is currently in seclusion and it is not appropriate for him to receive guests,” Zhang Ren explained.
Lu Li sighed, shook his head slightly, and said, "Since that's the case, I won't bother you any longer. Farewell!"
After saying that, he turned around and prepared to leave.
Just then, an old man suddenly appeared before everyone. He was wearing a blue robe, thin, and withered.
"Master!"
Zhang Ren and Zhang Xiu were immediately excited and hurriedly bowed.
Lu Li then realized that this person could be Tong Yuan.
Tong Yuan waved to the two men, signaling them to leave, then looked at Lu Li and said, "Now that you're here, why are you in such a hurry to leave?"
Lu Li was taken aback. Could it be that this old man knew him?
"My name is Lu Li. I have come here by chance after traveling through the world."
When Tong Yuan heard the name Lu Li, his body trembled violently, and a complex look flashed in his eyes.
Seeing Tong Yuan's reaction, Lu Li became even more puzzled. Did Tong Yuan know about him?
Lu Li then clasped his hands in a fist and asked, "May I ask how this senior is addressed?"
"I am Tong Yuan."
Tong Yuan's gaze fell on Lu Li's face, and his eyes gleamed with an unusual light.
Tong Yuan's eyes were strange, as if they could see into other people's souls, which made him feel somewhat uncomfortable.
"Since you've come as a guest, why don't we go into the mountains for a chat?"
Lu Li nodded, then cupped his hands in a respectful greeting and said, "I apologize for disturbing you!"
Tong Yuan nodded slightly and took the lead.
Lu Li followed behind Tong Yuan and climbed to the summit of Yunmeng Mountain.
The mountaintop boasts beautiful scenery, birdsong, fragrant flowers, and excellent air quality.
Most importantly, the layout here is exactly the same as it was 400 years ago; only the houses have been renovated.
This almost gave Lu Li the illusion of being in another world!
Please have a seat!
Tong Yuan sat on a huge rock and pointed to the chair next to him.
Lu Li nodded and then sat down.
Tong Yuan looked at Lu Li and asked, "May I ask where you come from?"
Lu Li was immediately taken aback, unsure how to respond to Tong Yuan.
He was originally a member of Guigu, but now things have changed, and he can no longer use the identity of Guigu.
"I... come from a remote mountain village." After thinking for a long time, Lu Li finally made up a reason.
"Oh? A small mountain village?"
Tong Yuan raised his eyebrows slightly, revealing a hint of surprise; clearly, he didn't believe Lu Li's words.
How could such an unparalleled martial artist emerge from a small mountain village?
Tong Yuan had already witnessed his battles with Zhang Ren and Zhang Xiu, and knew that this man's strength was definitely above his own, and by a significant margin.
"Your face seems familiar to me."
Tong Yuan's sudden remark startled Lu Li.
Could it be that Tong Yuan has already discovered something, which is why he said those words?
"Oh? You recognize me?" Lu Li asked, pretending not to know.
Tong Yuan remained silent for a moment before slowly speaking, "Among my ancestors of the Ghost Valley lineage, there was one named Lu Li! I wonder if you, senior, have heard of him?"
Lu Li's mind went blank for a moment, and he stood there stunned as if struck by lightning.
Four hundred years have passed, and Tong Yuan actually knows his name? He even saw his face?
Seeing Lu Li's reaction, Tong Yuan seemed even more certain. He then stood up and said, "Would you mind if one of you accompanied me somewhere?"
Lu Li took a deep breath, then nodded and said, "Alright! Laifu, Tiezhu, you two wait here."
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