Confucianism and Taoism

Chapter 417 In a flash of inspiration, I first heard the truth and wanted to learn the sword.

Qin Zhiyong didn't dodge, and let the long sword stab at him, as if he wanted to die.

but.

When the tip of the sword reached between the eyebrows, it stopped.

Shanrou's swordsmanship has not reached the level of the unity of human and sword, but her control of the long sword is meticulous.

Qin Zhiyong smiled and said, "Why didn't you stab it?"

Shan Rou was surprised: "Are you really not afraid of death?"

Has embarked on the path of an assassin, who hasn't seen Shanrou?

Wealthy businessmen, high-ranking officials, thugs... don't look at them usually being arrogant, but when it's time to die, the fear will make them reveal their true nature and show their ugliness.

Facing his own long sword, Qin Zhiyong didn't have any fear at all, Shan Rou didn't understand, is there really someone who is not afraid of death in the world?

There may be people in the world who regard death as home, but Qin Zhiyong is definitely not included.

Qin Zhiyong didn't see through the barrier of life and death, so of course he was afraid of death.This is the driving force behind his constant pursuit of wisdom and longevity.

Qin Zhiyong said: "Of course I'm afraid of death. It's just that your sword can't hurt me, so naturally I won't be afraid."

Even if Qin Zhiyong didn't use his true energy and primordial spirit, stood still and let Shanrou assassinate him, Shanrou's swordsmanship would not be able to shake Qin Zhiyong in the slightest.

Qin Zhiyong does not deliberately pursue force, but it is an indisputable fact that being strong can bring a sense of security to the soul.

Ok?
A flash of light flashed through Qin Zhiyong's mind.

My spiritual state has never reached the state of "safety" because I can't see through life and death.

Since you can't see through it, then pursue immortality.

One day, I can really live forever, and with invincible power, I will naturally gain a real sense of security in my heart.

With a sense of security, it is only a matter of course that the spiritual state reaches the state of "safety".

Qin Zhiyong laughed and said happily, "I understand. To practice, you still have to walk your own path. Strictly follow the Confucian way of cultivating mind and body, and you will bind yourself."

Qin Zhiyong's pursuit of immortality, gaining power, and using tyrannical and invincible power to improve his state of mind is a different way.

It's like constantly practicing internal strength, but after the internal strength reaches its peak, it is necessary to switch to external strength, and the external strength will feed back the internal strength.

As soon as the thought came through, Qin Zhiyong's mind seemed to have been relieved of the invisible shackles, and his mind became much more relaxed and clear.Although Qin Zhiyong still hadn't reached the state of "An", it was only half a step away.

Every small progress can make Qin Zhiyong feel joyful and relaxed.

Qin Zhiyong walked past Shanrou with a kettle in his hand.

Shanrou's face was a little ugly, she snorted coldly, and said, "Qin Zhiyong, you are so arrogant and disrespectful to me. I don't believe you are invulnerable. Do you really think I dare not kill you?"

Qin Zhiyong stopped and said, "Miss Shanrou, you are not cruel enough. You can't deal with truly kind people. You should change your career. Otherwise, after killing someone, you will be sick for a few days and won't be able to eat. As time goes by, your heart will suffer even more pain. Also, if you want to improve your swordsmanship, you'd better go back and continue practicing basic swordsmanship."

Thousands of tall buildings rise from the ground.

Without a good foundation, it is impossible to reach the heights that astonished him.

Shanrou's foundation is not solid, if she doesn't lay the foundation well, her achievements in kendo in this life will not be improved.

Shanrou sneered and said, "You make it sound like you know swordsmanship?"

Qin Zhiyong said: "I practice swords, so I really don't know much about swordsmanship. However, one method can master all methods. I have met many famous swordsmen."

"There is a myth of swordsmanship. He communicated with the world with a three-foot long sword and reached the realm of 'Sword of Heaven'. He can strike with one sword and surrender with ten thousand swords. It is for ten thousand swords to return to the clan."

"There was a sword demon. When he was 40 years old, he reached the realm of epee without edge and skill. In his later years, he gave up the long sword. Plants, trees, bamboo and stones can be swords. So far, he has gradually realized that there is no sword. The way of the sword is the most reasonable."

"There is a sword master who comprehends the sword 23 when the deadline is approaching. The appearance of this sword technique can change the flow of time."

Shan Rou was shocked.

Sword God, Sword Master, Sword Demon... Is there really such a powerful swordsman in the world?
Shanrou came back to her senses and said, "You lied! If there is such a strong man, why haven't I heard of it? My lord is the sword master."

Qin Zhiyong said: "What you don't know doesn't mean it doesn't exist. Cao Qiudao's swordsmanship is only better than yours, but in my opinion, he is nothing more than that. Besides, it won't do me any good to lie to you."

"To practice swordsmanship, you must first achieve the unity of human and sword. The combination of human and sword is the pinnacle of sword skills. After that, you must understand the meaning of the sword, abide by the Tao in your heart, and embark on the road of swordsmanship. Those strong swordsmen I am talking about , they all have their own 'Tao' in their hearts."

"Does Cao Qiudao have a 'Tao' in his heart? I don't think so. He only kills people to make money. To put it bluntly, Cao Qiudao is just an executioner who kills people, nothing more than a dog."

On the surface, Shanrou didn't think so, but deep down in her heart she approved of Qin Zhiyong's words.

Because what Qin Zhiyong said was "truth".

Shan Rou can refute Qin Zhiyong, but she cannot refute the truth.

Truth is what convinces a person the most.

Qin Zhiyong returned to the mission, sat on the grass and closed his eyes to rest.

Shanrou came to Qin Zhiyong.

Qin Zhiyong opened his eyes, glanced at her, and said softly: "Miss Shanrou, do you have something to do with me? If you still want to assassinate Qin, you can do it at any time. However, I can tell you clearly that with your ability, you can kill me." Not me. Don't waste your time."

Shanrou said: "I won't kill you. I came to you... I want to learn swords from you. I want to become a strong swordsman like the sword god and sword demon. As long as you are willing to teach me the way of swords, I can do anything. "

Shanrou is an assassin, but she is also a swordsman.

As long as you are a swordsman, you cannot resist the temptation of the state of swordsmanship described by Qin Zhiyong.

Chao Wen Dao Xi can die.

It is not empty talk.

Qin Zhiyong nodded and said, "Okay. As long as you are sincerely willing to learn, I will teach you the way of swordsmanship."

Shanrou was taken aback.

She thought Qin Zhiyong would refuse, after all, she had assassinated Qin Zhiyong, even if she didn't kill him in the end.

Shan Rou is ready to be rejected, but she will not give up easily.

Shanrou really wants to learn swordsmanship.

But unexpectedly, Qin Zhiyong agreed to him without hesitation, and was willing to teach him the way of swordsmanship.

This made Shan Rou feel a little unbelievable.

Qin Zhiyong said: "Miss Shanrou, I promised to teach you the way of swordsmanship because the sword you aimed at me was just enough, and you didn't stab in the end. Although Qin didn't kill people, if you really killed me at that time, I will abolish your martial arts. To be a human being, you must cultivate virtue before doing things. The same is true for practicing martial arts, you must have martial virtues. Miss Shanrou, you still have good intentions and are qualified to inherit my martial arts."

Shanrou said: "Thank you..."

Qin Zhiyong said: "From now on, you can call me Mr.

Shanrou said, "Yes, sir."

Qin Zhiyong said: "As an assassin, you have too much murderous intent. Murderous resentment will blind your mind. I will give you three days to dissipate the murderous intent in your heart. After three days, I will officially teach you martial arts. If after three days, If you still have killing thoughts in your heart, don't come to me again."

Qin Zhiyong can directly transmit information to Shan Rou's consciousness through the power of the mind, making her a strong person in an instant.

But Qin Zhiyong didn't do that.

Using the mind to impart qigong is actually counterproductive, and there are still some disadvantages.

No one will cherish something that is too easy to get.

In the future, Qin Zhiyong will no longer use the power of his mind to teach people directly unless it is absolutely necessary.To practice one step at a time, even if it is slower, it is safer.

Qin Zhiyong closed his eyes again.

Shanrou bowed respectfully to Qin Zhiyong, and slowly retreated.

(End of this chapter)