In the legends of the rivers and lakes, Huang Yaoshi, known as the Eastern Evil, his martial arts are unfathomable, and the source has always been a mystery. But in the pen of Master Jin Yong, three subtle details seem to hint at the truth of this legendary figure's inheritance. Does this secret point to Xuzhu or Duan Yu?
Huang Rong, the smart and clever daughter of Huang Yaoshi, has been exposed to it since she was a child, and has unusual views on her father's martial arts. By chance, she discovered an ancient book of martial arts. The corners of the tome were worn out, and there were some strange martial arts techniques on it, surprisingly similar to those displayed by her father. Her heart moved, could this be the source of her father's martial arts?
In the process of searching for answers, Huang Rong recalled a few words that her father had inadvertently revealed. Once, when Huang Yaoshi talked about the Loose School, his eyes showed imperceptible nostalgia and respect. Is this kind of emotion just admiration for a Jianghu faction, or is there a deeper friendship between master and apprentice hidden behind it?
Huashan on the Sword: The Legendary Prologue of the Rivers and Lakes
At the top of Huashan Mountain, the stars are as bright as weaving, and under the silent night sky, the figures of the five martial arts masters are particularly prominent. This night, they have only one goal: to compete for the legendary martial arts treasure - "Nine Yin True Scripture". This secret book, known as the ultimate in martial arts, contains supreme martial arts secrets, which is enough to make the entire rivers and lakes crazy.
In this grand event, a figure dressed in elegant attire quietly appeared, he was the owner of Peach Blossom Island - Huang Yaoshi. His appearance, like a meteor that suddenly descended, pierced the calm of the night sky. Huang Yaoshi's eyes revealed disdain and confidence, as if he was sneering at the other participants in this Huashan sword debate.
"Do you think Huashan is a children's game?" Huang Yaoshi's voice was cold, and it seemed to contain dissatisfaction with the impetuous atmosphere in the martial arts. He glanced contemptuously at the other four masters, each of his eyes like sharp blades, trying to dissect his opponent's heart.
The other four masters present each had their own unique skills, some of them had firm eyes, and some of their eyes flashed with sharp light, but under Huang Yaoshi's aura, they all seemed to be a little dim. At this moment, Huang Yaoshi was like a high king, looking down on his opponent.
However, fate is always full of uncertainties. In this battle of wits and courage, although Huang Yaoshi showed extraordinary martial arts and extraordinary wisdom with his own strength, the final winner was another legendary figure - Wang Chongyang. Wang Chongyang's victory is not only a transcendence in martial arts, but also a victory of wisdom and determination. His name was thus sung in the martial arts and became a symbol of the supreme martial arts.
Although Huang Yaoshi did not win the "Nine Yin True Scripture", he won the name of "Eastern Evil". This title, like a double-edged sword, not only represents his arrogance and uninhibited in martial arts, but also symbolizes his unique martial arts attainments and unique philosophy of life. This title seems to have been integrated into his blood and has become the shadow of his entire martial arts career.
Although he failed to win the "Nine Yin True Scripture", the legendary story of Huang Yaoshi has been widely circulated in the rivers and lakes. His name, and his martial arts, have become a topic of praise for future generations. On that starry night, the battle on the top of Huashan Mountain became an eternal legend in the history of martial arts.
The Absolute Learning of the Eastern Evil: The Mystery of Bagua Footwork
After the thrilling battle at the top of Huashan, Huang Yaoshi and his daughter Huang Rong returned to Peach Blossom Island. The picturesque scenery of the island is in stark contrast to the distractions of the outside world. In this secluded paradise, Huang Yaoshi decided to show Huang Rong one of his mastery - "Bagua Footwork".
On this day, they stood under the peach blossom tree, the sun shining dappled light and shadow through the leaves. Huang Yaoshi's eyes revealed a rare softness, and he said to Huang Rong, "Do you know why I can walk like the wind and control Ruyi?" Then, he began to demonstrate the magical footwork, each step seemed to blend with the breath of heaven and earth, and the flow was as natural as clouds and water.
Huang Rong has always been curious about her father's martial arts, and a trace of admiration and curiosity flashed in her eyes. When she saw the "Bagua Footwork", she couldn't help but think of another magical footwork - Duan Yu's "Lingbo Microstep". She couldn't help but ask, "Father, this footwork seems to be quite similar to Duan Yu's 'Ling Bo Weibu'. ”
After hearing this, a smile appeared on the corner of Huang Yaoshi's mouth, and a trace of memory flashed in his eyes. "Haha, my good daughter, the martial arts on the rivers and lakes are ever-changing, but there is always a source. He laughs, but doesn't say more. This sentence seems to contain a profound martial arts philosophy, and it also makes Huang Rong fall into deep thought.
Huang Rong knew that his father's martial arts were unfathomable, and every step he took contained profound internal strength and exquisite martial arts principles. She understands that her father's "Bagua Footwork" is not only a superficial footwork change, but also a profound display of martial arts and the understanding of the breath between heaven and earth.
In the days that followed, Huang Rong would often observe her father practicing "Bagua Footwork" on Peach Blossom Island, trying to Xi the mysteries from it. She found that this footwork was not only about the movement of the body, but also about the subtle mastery of space and time. Every step of the way is like a dialogue with nature and harmony with the surrounding environment.
Huang Yaoshi was pleased with her daughter's curiosity and eagerness to learn Xi. He decided to slowly teach Huang Rong some basic internal strength, mental and footwork essentials. In the days of Peach Blossom Island, the father and daughter often practiced martial arts or had conversations in the sea of flowers, and gradually, Huang Rong also began to understand the essence of "gossip footwork".
During this period, Huang Rong not only learned her father's mastery, but also realized the profound connection between martial arts and life. She began to understand that martial arts is not just a tool to defeat opponents, but also a self-cultivation and non-contentious attitude to life.
追根究底：黄药师的真正师父
On Peach Blossom Island, Huang Rong and Guo Jing's lives are full of peace and happiness. One day, in a dense bamboo forest, the two sat down to rest and chatted about the past. Guo Jing suddenly brought up a doubt that he had been thinking about for a long time. He said to Huang Rong: "I once felt that the shadow of Master Huang Yaoshi seemed to be quite related to the Loose Sect. ”
This sentence surprised Huang Rong, her brows tightened, and a hint of thought flashed in her eyes: "Xiaoyao faction, could it be that my father's master has something to do with the Xiaoyao faction?" This thought stirred up waves in her mind. Huang Rong knew that the status of the Xiaoyao School in the rivers and lakes was not trivial, and it was known for its profound martial arts and unique style.
Huang Rong began to think back to her father Huang Yaoshi's usual martial arts practice, and her mind kept coming to mind when Huang Yaoshi practiced Xi "Bagua Footwork". The more she thought about it, the more she felt that Guo Jing's words made sense. Huang Yaoshi's martial arts are indeed neither like Duan Yu's "Ling Bo Weibu" nor Xuzhu's "Northern Spiritual Skills", but in some aspects, they seem to be closely related to the style of the Xiaoyao School.
Huang Rong decided to analyze this issue in depth. She recalled her father's recounting of the past in the rivers and lakes, as well as his various remarks and performances in martial arts. She found that Huang Yaoshi often mentioned the martial arts concept of "going with the flow" and "being at peace with what happens", which coincided with the core ideas of the Xiaoyao School.
Huang Rong also noticed that Huang Yaoshi's martial arts were particularly outstanding in terms of flexibility and adaptability. An important feature of the Xiaoyao School of martial arts is that it is flexible and unpredictable. Huang Yaoshi's "Bagua Footwork" contains infinite wisdom in each step of the transformation, which has a striking resemblance to the style of the Carefree School.
With the in-depth exploration of her father's martial arts, Huang Rong felt more and more that the philosophies and skills contained in Huang Yaoshi's martial arts did have a connection with the Xiaoyao School that could not be ignored. She began to wonder if her father had had interacted with the Xiaoyao faction when he was younger, or that his master had been influenced by the Xiaoyao faction when he was teaching martial arts.
This discovery surprised and excited Huang Rong. The martial arts ideas of the Xiaoyao School have always been full of mystery and attraction for her. Huang Rong decided to study the martial arts of the Xiaoyao School more deeply in the days to come, so as to understand the deep meaning of his father's martial arts, and at the same time enrich his martial arts cultivation.
Conclusion: The shadow of the Loose School and the inheritance of legends
Huang Rong stood in front of the window, holding a jade pendant in her hand, her eyes were solemn and deep. She recalled the years when she practiced martial arts with her father, Huang Yaoshi, and countless questions and fragments emerged in her heart. She whispered to herself: "My father's martial arts are unfathomable and completely different from ordinary people. Over the years, I've been exploring its roots, but I've never been able to get the full picture. ”
She turned to look at Huang Yaoshi and saw that he was sitting quietly in front of the desk, his eyebrows revealing a kind of otherworldly calmness. Huang Rong took a deep breath and said slowly: "Father, I have observed for a long time, and your martial arts are quite similar to those of the Loose Sect. Could it be that your martial arts are really related to the Loose Sect?"
Huang Yaoshi smiled slightly, but was noncommittal. His eyes seemed to travel through time and space, back to the rivers and lakes of his youth. He finally spoke, his voice low and magnetic: "Rong'er, the rivers and lakes are so big, and the martial arts are so wide, isn't it a pursuit and exploration? Your thinking is close to the truth, but the matter of martial arts is often not a simple right or wrong." ”
A flash of surprise flashed in Huang Rong's eyes, and then she was resolute. She replied, "I see." What my father meant was that the way of martial arts was endless, and everyone's understanding was unique. Your martial arts may be borrowed from the Loose School, but after all, it is your own creation. ”
Huang Yaoshi nodded, with a hint of relief in his eyes. He got up slowly, walked to Huang Rong's side, and gently patted her on the shoulder: "Rong'er, you have grown up and begun to have your own thoughts and opinions. Remember, whether it is martial arts or life, the most important thing is to maintain a heart of exploration and curiosity. ”
The two of them looked at each other and smiled, and a trace of imperceptible sorrow flashed in Huang Yaoshi's eyes. He knew that there were some secrets of his past that he would never be able to confide in his daughter. And those secrets just constitute the legend and mystery behind his "Eastern Evil" name.
Huang Rong seemed to feel her father's emotions, she approached Huang Yaoshi and said softly: "Father, no matter how many stories you have in your past, for me, you will always be the greatest father. ”
A smile appeared on Huang Yaoshi's face, and he gently touched Huang Rong's head: "Rong'er, thank you." Remember, you are my pride, no matter what the future holds. ”
As night fell, the father and daughter were still talking about martial arts and life in the room. The outside world seemed to them to be distant and blurry. In this small space, they maintain a deep family relationship and endless secrets together.