In the martial arts world written by Jin Yong, there are many legendary stories circulating on the rivers and lakes, among which there is a mysterious figure, whose martial arts are so high that it is said that he can crush Yang Guo, Guo Jing and other heroes. He is the legendary master of the Kunlun faction - Qing Lingzi.
But in front of this world-renowned master of martial arts, there is an exception, that is, Guo Xiang, who is only sixteen years old. At her birthday celebration, Qing Lingzi, who is known as the "No. 1 Master of the Condor", actually bowed down, which shocked the entire Jianghu. What is the reason why Qing Lingzi has such respect for this young Guo Xiang, and what is the hidden story behind it?
1. The end of the martial arts and the rise of the Kunlun faction
In Jin Yong's martial arts world, former martial arts giants such as Yang Guo and Guo Jing have retreated, causing the entire rivers and lakes to fall into an unprecedented change. This period, known to later generations as the "last days" era, was a critical period in which the old forces were in decline and new ones were rising. At this turning point, traditional sects such as the Beggar Gang and the Quanzhen Sect, which were once prosperous, began to decline for various reasons. The Beggar Gang has lost its former glory, and the Quanzhen Sect is no longer the existence that made people in the rivers and lakes feared back then.
However, it was against the backdrop of this era that new forces began to emerge. The Wudang faction, represented by Zhang Sanfeng, became famous in the rivers and lakes with its profound internal strength and superb swordsmanship. The Emei faction, led by Guo Xiang, showed its unique female martial arts style, and also began to occupy a place in the martial arts. The rise of these emerging sects, like a spring breeze, has given the rivers and lakes a new vitality and hope.
In particular, the Kunlun faction, in this era of change, has shown a force that should not be underestimated. The Kunlun school has always been known for its unique swordsmanship and profound internal strength, although its reputation in the martial arts is not as good as that of ancient sects such as Wudang and Shaolin, but its unique martial arts style and philosophical ideas make it occupy a place in the rivers and lakes. As the head of the Kunlun faction, He Taichong's Zheng Liangyi swordsmanship, although it failed to reach the perfect realm, was enough to terrify many masters in the rivers and lakes.
The influence of the Kunlun sect gradually expanded, not only because of He Taichong's personal martial arts, but also because of the spirit and attitude that this sect represented. In this era of chaos and change, the Kunlun sect is like a clear stream, insisting on its own unique martial arts concepts and cultivation methods. They do not blindly pursue power and fame, but focus on the refinement of martial arts and the cultivation of their hearts. This kind of attitude is particularly valuable in the materialistic rivers and lakes.
As time passed, the influence of the Kunlun sect continued to spread, and more and more martial arts people began to pay attention to this sect. They were either curious about the swordsmanship of the Zheng Liangyi, or they were attracted by the transcendent temperament of the Kunlun School. Whatever the reason, the Kunlun faction has become an important force to be reckoned with in this eschatological era.
2. Comparison of the Kunlun School with other sects
Although the Kunlun faction does not have the reputation of Shaolin, Wudang and other sects, its unique martial arts concept and bottomless internal strength have won it a place in the subtle way. Especially in the era of "Yitian", the influence of the Kunlun faction gradually expanded and became an important force that cannot be ignored in the martial arts.
In that turbulent era, the Kunlun faction attracted the attention of countless martial arts masters with its unique martial arts style and profound internal cultivation. The martial arts of the Kunlun school do not rely on external gorgeous moves, but pay more attention to the cultivation of internal skills and the comprehension of mental methods. They believe that only with deep internal strength can they reach a higher level of martial arts. Such a concept of martial arts was particularly unique in the martial arts at that time, and therefore attracted many martial artists who pursued the true meaning of martial arts.
At the same time, the Kunlun faction's style of acting in the rivers and lakes is also quite low-key. They are not as frequently involved in disputes as other sects, and they are more silent behind the scenes, and they will only act after careful consideration. This way of doing things allowed the Kunlun faction to maintain a sober and calm atmosphere in the turbulent rivers and lakes, and also enabled them to play a pivotal role at critical moments.
The martial arts secrets of the Kunlun faction are also quite legendary in the rivers and lakes. Among them, the most eye-catching is its unique swordsmanship - Zheng Liangyi swordsmanship.
This set of swordsmanship originated from the ancient Hetuluo Book and Yi Li, combined with the painstaking efforts and wisdom of several generations of predecessors of the Kunlun School, which is unfathomable. The Zheng Liangyi Sword Technique is not only a permutation and combination of moves, but also an understanding and application of the natural laws of heaven and earth. The philosophical ideas and martial arts principles contained in it enable every Kunlun sect disciple who has practiced this sword technique to make a breakthrough in martial arts and reach a new realm.
3. He Taichong and Zheng Liangyi swordsmanship
He Taichong, the head of the Kunlun faction, a little-known but hidden master in the rivers and lakes, in the story of "Heaven and Dragon Slayer", his appearance was like a thunderbolt that broke the tranquility of the martial arts. By chance, He Taichong and Zhang Wuji met, and this unexpected encounter is about to become a good story in the martial arts legend.
At that time, He Taichong was standing on the top of a mountain, looking at the rivers and lakes in the distance. It was getting late, and the setting sun was shining on him, making him look particularly lonely and contemplative. Suddenly, the silence on the top of the mountain was broken by the sound of footsteps, and Zhang Wuji appeared in his sight.
Zhang Wuji, dressed in black, his eyes were like electricity, and his steps revealed an extraordinary bearing. He walked in front of He Taichong and bowed deeply, "Master He, I have admired my name for a long time." ”
He Taichong nodded lightly and smiled slightly, "Brother Zhang, it's better to meet than to be famous, and it can be regarded as a fate to meet you today." ”
After a brief conversation between the two, they invariably mentioned martial arts. He Taichong saw that Zhang Wuji was quite interested in his Zheng Liangyi swordsmanship, so he proposed an invitation to have a discussion. Zhang Wuji gladly accepted.
As the two men are on the fence, an extraordinary battle is about to take place. He Taichong held the long sword in his hand, and the tip of the sword tapped the ground, and suddenly an unfathomable internal force fluctuation surged at the tip of the sword. His Zheng Liangyi swordsmanship is derived from the ancient Hetuluo Book and Yi Li, which integrates the essence of traditional Chinese philosophy and is unfathomable. He uses the sword as a guide, and his moves are varied, and each move seems to contain the supreme truth of the universe.
Seeing this, Zhang Wuji knew that this was not an ordinary swordsmanship, so he used his internal force to make a big move and prepare to deal with it. The moves of the two collided in the air, making an earth-shattering sound. For a while, the sword shadow on the top of the mountain was heavy, and the momentum was amazing.
The battle lasted for a while, and He Taichong suddenly put away his sword and stood up, and said in a deep voice: "Brother Zhang, your martial arts have reached the peak, why fight again." ”
Zhang Wuji clenched the hilt of the sword, took a deep breath, and responded: "Master He, admit it." Your Zheng Liangyi swordsmanship really lives up to its reputation. ”
The two looked at each other and smiled, and there was an indescribable respect in each other's hearts. This exchange is not only a martial arts exchange, but also a spiritual collision. He Taichong's Zheng Liangyi swordsmanship, although it has not been practiced to perfection, but its depth and power are indeed no less than any top martial arts, Jin Yong wrote in the book, He Taichong can not learn the two or three layers of Liangyi swordsmanship, so that he can still fight with Zhang Wuji, if he learns it all, it will be even more powerful.
In other words, Qing Lingzi's comprehensive strength far surpassed that of Zhang Wuji. If we analyze according to this setting, Zhang Wuji's martial arts are higher than Yang Guo and Guo Jing, then he naturally surpasses Zhou Botong (because the battle result between Yang Guo and Zhou Botong was a draw). And Qing Lingzi's Zheng Liangyi swordsmanship can defeat Zhang Wuji, which means that Qing Lingzi's martial arts realm has surpassed Yang Guo, Guo Jing and others.
Fourth, the status of the Kunlun faction in Jin Yong's martial arts world
Interestingly, Qing Lingzi, as a martial arts master at the time, participated in Guo Xiang's sixteenth birthday celebration at the invitation of Yang Guo. This incident caused quite a stir in the rivers and lakes. Qing Lingzi, as the head of the Kunlun faction, rarely gets involved in the rivers and lakes on weekdays, and his appearance at Guo Xiang's birthday celebration this time undoubtedly shows his special respect and expectations for Guo Xiang.
On the same day, Guo Xiang's birthday celebration was held in a burst of laughter. Yang Guo, as the host, personally greeted the guests. At the celebration, martial arts people from all walks of life gathered to celebrate Guo Xiang's birthday. Suddenly, the group slowly walked into the celebration site, and the leader was Qing Lingzi. He was dressed in white, floating here, and his bearing was extraordinary.
Qing Lingzi walked up to Guo Xiang, bowed and saluted, and said in a solemn and sincere tone: "The Condor Man congratulates Guo Er on her second girl, Fangchen, and presents the third gift. As his words fell, there was silence, followed by exclamations. The heroes present were surprised by Qing Lingzi's arrival and began to discuss. After all, Qing Lingzi, Old Lord Zhao, Deaf and Dumb Toutuo and other characters are all famous predecessors in the rivers and lakes.
Qing Lingzi's gift to Guo Xiang is a precious martial arts secret book. This secret book not only contains the essence of the Kunlun School's martial arts for hundreds of years, but also has the annotations and experiences made by Qing Lingzi himself. This gift is not only a blessing to Guo Xiang, but also an affirmation and expectation of her martial arts talent.
Qing Lingzi's arrival at the celebration made this birthday celebration extraordinary. His appearance not only added to the glory of the celebration, but also set an example for the young warriors present. His behavior undoubtedly reflects the support and care of the martial arts seniors for the younger generations.
However, after the celebration, Qing Lingzi once again disappeared into the rivers and lakes and no longer set foot in the world. His appearance this time was like a meteor streaked across the night sky, although it was short-lived, it left a long-lasting light. In the rivers and lakes, the legend about Qing Lingzi is still circulating and has become an immortal legend.
Reference: "The Condor Heroes"