Chapter 239 – Mending Flaws to Cultivate Oneself (Part One)

In ancient times, Cao Cao thirsted for talent so deeply that he would welcome Xu You barefoot, ultimately achieving great dominance.

This illustrates that those who aspire to greatness have never been confined to trivialities.

Ye Kuang followed closely behind Ling Wei, listening to the Old Taoist’s incessant lecturing with an appearance of indifference, yet his mind was wholly occupied with pondering what it truly meant when a man gives a woman a gift.

When the Old Taoist suddenly halted, his heel was promptly stepped on by someone.

“I say, kid, are you even listening…”

“You keep talking, and I’ll keep listening. If you don’t speak, how can I hear?”

“You!”

Ling Wei couldn’t help but cover her mouth and chuckle at the scene, clearly amused by the antics of the old and the young.

The Old Taoist, hearing this, couldn’t suppress his irritation and snorted coldly, “I suddenly regret helping such a scoundrel like you.”

Though Ye Kuang was somewhat baffled by these words, he could discern a hint of meaning from the Old Taoist’s expression.

The remark didn’t seem friendly, and coupled with the Old Taoist’s bristling demeanor, it felt like a covert insult.

“You old fool, explain yourself clearly. What do you mean by ‘such a scoundrel’?” Ye Kuang retorted angrily.

“Pfft…” Ling Wei burst into laughter, unable to hold back her amusement.

The Old Taoist was momentarily speechless, realizing that sometimes talking to Ye Kuang was like casting pearls before swine.

Arguing with him would only lower his own intellect, given Ye Kuang’s current level of understanding.

With this thought, the Old Taoist grew stern and said calmly, “You need not grasp the deeper meaning of my words. Instead, understand that the path of martial arts relies not solely on innate comprehension but also on inner cultivation. When the mind is clear, all truths of the world become apparent in a single thought.”

At this point, the Old Taoist transformed into a mentor, earnestly instructing his disciple.

Ye Kuang: “Oh…”

But the lingering tone of his “Oh” made it clear he was more focused on chatting and laughing with Ling Wei.

Witnessing this, the Old Taoist was fuming, yet he forcibly suppressed his rising fury in the blink of an eye.

“Brat, you better listen to this Venerable one!”

“Go on, I’m listening.”

Unable to bear it any longer, the Old Taoist swung a slap at him.

Unexpectedly, Ye Kuang seemed fully prepared.

Though the strike was sudden, it didn’t land on his head, instead igniting his anger. “I knew you had ill intentions! Now your true colors are showing.”

The Old Taoist sighed inwardly, feeling a headache coming on. “Brat, do you truly believe this old man can’t handle you? Listen carefully.”

His tone shifted abruptly, adopting a coercive manner. “Without this Venerable one here, you won’t escape the Ministry of Justice’s punishment. Moreover, don’t underestimate our Kunlun. Those capable of dealing with you are too numerous to count, even if I used both hands and feet.”

No sooner had he spoken than ten figures suddenly materialized on the scene.

Each was distinctly attired, clad in armor and cloaks, as if they had stepped out of an ancient martial world.

In an instant, Ye Kuang’s expression turned grave.

He hadn’t detected the slightest anomaly from these individuals, yet they were already right before him.Old Taoist, seeing initial progress, finally intensified his efforts and explained with a beaming smile: “These are all Kunlun’s elite warriors from the Thousand Blades Hall. If you can defeat any one of them, this Venerable will naturally stop bothering you. But if…”

Ye Kuang suddenly spoke up: “Deal.”

What?

Old Taoist: “I say, you brat, have you even been listening to me!”

As these words fell, the dozen or so people present clearly grew indignant.

They were all provoked to anger by Ye Kuang’s contemptuous attitude.

“Captain, let me handle this! This kid simply doesn’t know his place.”

“Damn it, this piece of trash really thinks he’s somebody.”

“Trash! Have you lost your mind? How dare you spout such nonsense!”

Hearing these vicious insults, Ye Kuang seemed to awaken his ferocious nature.

In his mind, perhaps if he could just defeat any one of them, he would be free from the old man’s incessant pestering.

It must be said, his thinking was indeed simple, and equally brutal.

Seeing this, Old Taoist clearly grew angry as well.

Among the ten, nine immediately looked toward their leader.

“Lao Mo, take it easy. Don’t kill him.”

“Heh, got it!”

Hearing this, Ye Kuang couldn’t help but tense up.

The surrounding atmosphere instantly became oppressive, greatly affecting his movements.

Ling Wei: “Senior Martial Uncle.”

Old Taoist: “It’s fine.”

“Kid, considering you’re still a fledgling, Luo Family’s Iron Body, Luo Hua, seeks to learn from you!”

Saying this, Luo Hua suddenly clasped his hands in a martial salute as a sign of respect.

Ye Kuang: “……”

Seeing this, Luo Hua then took a sudden step forward.

Boom!

In that moment, the ground seemed as fragile as tofu, cracking apart.

Only then did Ye Kuang realize how terrifying this person was.

No sooner said than done!

The moment he opened his fists, his chest was struck as if by a heavy blow!

Pfft.

In the blink of an eye, Ye Kuang spat blood, flying sideways like a cannonball for dozens of yards.

Instantly, his body smashed through a wall, crashing hard into a pile of rubble.

Ling Wei: “Little brother.”

Old Taoist: “Don’t go over! It’s not a bad thing for him to learn a lesson.”

Ling Wei: “But…”

Old Taoist: “Don’t worry, he won’t die.”

As if confirming Old Taoist’s words, hysterical roars suddenly erupted from the rubble.

Luo Hua immediately sprang into action, vanishing into the ruins in an instant.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

For a moment, the violent collision sounds were deafening, ringing out incessantly.

Whoosh—Boom!

Following another thunderous roar, fierce gales swept violently across the scene.

A figure burst through the wall, blood streaming from his nose and mouth, clearly suffering unimaginable injuries.

And this person was actually Ye Kuang!

His front robe was completely torn, revealing a five-fingered palm print on his chest…

“Luo Hua, this kid, really went all out.”

“Heh, if he didn’t, this brat might think we’re all paper tigers.”

“Lao Mo, put more force into it. This kid still looks unconvinced…”

Hearing the endless sarcastic remarks, Ye Kuang raged like a wild tiger. With a furious roar, he actually charged forward on his own initiative!