On a stormy night, Master Yideng sat silently in the ruins of Dali, with a yellowed book in front of him - this was the "Dafa of Absorbing Stars" that he had written silently in countless silent nights. This book not only records all the martial arts he learned, but also his mental journey and the history that seems to have been forgotten by the world.
However, what really makes this story full of suspense are the few words that Master One Lamp wrote on the last page of this cheatbook. These few words seem to hint at some hidden secret, a secret about him and another legendary figure, Xuzhu. It is said that when Master Yideng was young, he accidentally obtained Xuzhu's suicide note, which is a secret book of martial arts that is both mysterious and evil.
1. The decision made after the war to defend Xiangyang
Master Yideng fought side by side with Guo Jing on the battlefield of Xiangyang City, and in the face of the fierce offensive of the Mongol army, they resisted bravely. War drums roared, arrows rained, dust flew on the battlefield, and sword light flickered. Master Yilan used his profound internal strength to block wave after wave of attacks.
"Master Yideng, your martial arts are really strong!" Guo Jing admired Master Yideng in the interval between battles.
"Brother Guo, this is forced by the current situation, and we can only do our best. Master One Lamp responded.
The battle is finally over, and Xiangyang City is safe for the time being. Master Yideng and Guo Jing walked side by side on the city wall, surrounded by chaos. Despite the victory, Master Yilan knew in his heart that the shadow of war was far from dissipating.
"What is happening to Dali now?" Guo Jing asked worriedly.
"I am worried that the situation in Dali is not optimistic, and I must return as soon as possible. Master Yilan replied in a deep voice.
Master Yideng left Xiangyang City and embarked on the road back to Dali. His steps were firm, and his eyes were resolute. Along the way, he witnessed the scars of the war: burned crops, abandoned villages, displaced people.
In a deserted village, Master One Lamp helps an old woman rebuild a collapsed hut. "Thank you Master for your mercy. The old woman said gratefully.
"Old woman, rest assured, this is what I should do. Master Yilan replied lightly.
He continued on his way, passing through a land ravaged by war. On the edge of a charred field, he helps a group of children find their lost family.
"Master, you are truly our savior!" said a child.
Master One Lamp smiled, without further words, and continued his journey. He knew that his journey was not over yet, and that the crisis in Dali was even more urgent. He had to pick up his pace and get back as soon as possible.
Finally, Master Yilan reached the border of Dali. In the distance, he saw the familiar mountains and rivers, but also felt an unusual tension. The gate of Dali is open, and the city is busy.
When Master Yilan walked into the city gate, the people in the streets recognized him, some of them cast grateful glances at him, others worried and expectant. He didn't stay too long and went straight to the palace.
2. Duan Zhixing's challenges and choices
Duan Zhixing, as a master of a lamp, returned to Dali, and the scene in front of him made his heart ache. The destruction of the Mongol army was everywhere, the rubble on the streets, the holes in the roofs, all told the cruelty of war. He walked through the streets and alleys that he once was familiar with, only to see that the fireworks were scarce and the voices of people were scarce.
Master Yideng came to the family's library pavilion, where a large number of precious martial arts secrets were preserved. He rummaged lightly, and finally found the legendary secret book of "Northern Shengong". The pages are yellowed and the handwriting is mottled, showing the traces of time.
He began to study carefully, figuring out every detail. The cultivation method of the Northern Spiritual Skill is unique and requires great patience and perseverance. Master Yideng got up early in the morning, faced the rising sun, and began to cultivate. His body moved like flowing water, and his gestures were like the wind.
In the days that followed, Master Yilan practiced day and night. He practiced in the mountains and forests, absorbing the essence between heaven and earth. Whenever night fell, he would stand on the top of the mountain, facing the starry sky, as if he was talking to heaven and earth.
During a practice, Master Yideng came across a group of fleeing civilians. "Master, can you save us?" An old man asked in a trembling voice.
"Uncle, please lead everyone to the valley for refuge, I will do my best to protect everyone. Master One Light replied, his voice filled with determination.
Master Yideng continued his cultivation, but he also helped the people of the valley from time to time. He taught them how to gather herbs and how to set traps to make the displaced people self-sufficient.
Whenever a Mongolian scout approached, Master Yilan was always able to detect and stop them in time. His martial arts are becoming more and more sophisticated, and the Northern Spiritual Skill is gradually showing its power. In a chance encounter, he successfully used the Northern Pluto Divine Skill to absorb the internal force of an enemy and save a group of besieged civilians.
Master One Light knows that this is just the beginning. His goal is not only to protect these people, but also to find opportunities to turn the tide of Dali.
As time passed, Master Yilan became more and more proficient in the Northern Spiritual Skill. He began to try to use this martial art to help more people.
3. The unexpected birth of the star-absorbing Dafa
In the process of trying to master the Northern Spiritual Skill, Master Yideng faced countless challenges and difficulties. Whenever the moon was clear, he would cultivate alone on the top of the mountain, trying to capture the subtle feeling that could absorb the essence between heaven and earth. However, no matter how hard he tried, he always felt that there was a hidden barrier that prevented him from fully understanding the Northern Spiritual Skill.
During a late-night practice, Master Yideng tried to absorb the internal strength of a nocturnal bird with the Northern Pluto Divine Skill. He felt a force transfer from the bird's body to his body, but it could not be integrated into his meridians. At this time, he realized that he might have strayed into another martial arts cultivation path—Star Absorbing Dafa.
In the next few months, Master Yideng gradually mastered the Dafa of Star Absorption in actual combat. Whenever he was besieged by the Mongols, he could rely on this martial art to suck away the enemy's internal force and make them lose their combat effectiveness. However, he was never able to convert the absorbed internal force into his own use, which became a big regret in his martial arts.
"Master, you are really a god!" One of the rescued villagers exclaimed.
"This is a helpless act, I am not a man of God. Master Yilan responded indifferently.
With the passage of time, the situation in Dali became more and more severe. The pressure on the Mongol army was increasing, and although the Master of the First Lantern tried to resist, the situation remained precarious. He commanded resistance on the city walls, but felt the enemy's strength stronger after each battle.
In a fierce battle, Master Yilan used the Star Absorbing Dafa to save a group of soldiers who were under siege. Although the soldiers retreated safely, the walls were breached.
"Master, what shall we do?" One of the generals asked anxiously.
"Retreat to preserve the strength and save a glimmer of life for the Dali country. Master of One Light said in a deep voice.
In the end, the Dali Kingdom failed to resist the offensive of the Mongol army, and the country was ruined. The Master of One Lamp stood on top of the ruins, seeing the once bustling city turn into ruins. He held the cheats of "Northern Shengong" in his hand and sighed at his shortcomings.
Although he mastered the Dafa of absorbing stars, this kung fu did not change Dali's fate. Master Yideng decided to record all his learning and experience and write it into a secret book of "Star Absorbing Dafa". He hoped that future generations could learn from his experience and perhaps find a better path to martial arts.
Fourth, the circulation of "Star Absorbing Dafa" and the helplessness of a lamp
Master Yideng sat down quietly among the ruins and ruins of Dali and began to write the secret book of "Star Absorbing Dafa". His brushstrokes are calm and delicate, and each stroke and painting contain his deep understanding of martial arts and his deep emotion for fate. He recorded in detail the cultivation method of the Star Absorbing Dafa, and every step and every detail was perfect.
In the pages of the cheats, Master Yideng also records his experience when Dali resisted the Mongol army. He faithfully portrayed the fierceness of every battle, the pain of every defeat. He hopes that through these words, future generations can feel the weight of those dark years and the difficulty of finding hope in despair.
At the end of the cheats, Master Yilan writes down his thoughts on martial arts and life. He talked about martial arts not only as a tool for conquest, but also as a way to cultivate one's self and understand life. He exhorted future generations that although martial arts are strong, the most important thing is the kindness and integrity of people's hearts.
After completing the cheats, Master Yilan carefully sealed it and decided to pass it on to someone who was destined to pass it on. He left Dali and embarked on a long journey. Along the way, he met all kinds of people and shared with them the wisdom of martial arts and the experience of life.
During a chance encounter, Master One Lamp rescued a group of merchants who were besieged by bandits. "Master, we will never forget your kindness. The leader of the caravan said gratefully.
"It is human nature to do good, and I have only done my part. Master Yilan responded indifferently.
With the passage of time, the fame of the master of a lamp gradually faded on the rivers and lakes, and he became a legend. And the cheats of "Star Absorbing Dafa" written by him also quietly circulated in the rivers and lakes, and finally fell into the hands of "Smiling Proud Jianghu".
In Jin Yong's pen, although the story of Master Yideng is not depicted in detail, his image is deeply imprinted in the hearts of readers. His loyalty, sacrifice and choice have become eternal topics in the rivers and lakes.
Although the figure of Master Yideng has gradually blurred in the long history of Dali, his spirit and teachings, like the river that has been passed down through the ages, will always inspire later generations. His life has become a legend, an epic of loyalty and sacrifice, courage and wisdom, forever remembered in people's hearts.
And the martial arts of "Star Absorbing Dafa" is too evil, and this plot is too dark, so Master Jin Yong did not deliberately explain the ending of Master Yideng.
References: "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes"