Urban Seduction: Housewives Club

Chapter 576: The Power of the Domain

Liu Yanchang turned and picked up a wooden sword from the rack—prepared by the organizers to prevent serious injuries—and saluted Jiang Yitong with a fist-and-palm gesture. ”Jiang Yitong, letʼs begin!”

Jiang Yitong, who also specialized in sword techniques, took a wooden sword and returned the salute. The two then began their duel.

Liu Yanchang wielded Wudangʼs top-tier sword technique, the ”Tai Chi Sword,” with remarkable skill. His movements were fluid and precise, the wooden sword tracing perfect arcs in the air, embodying the natural harmony of Tai Chi.

Jiang Yitong, on the other hand, used Shuiyue Palaceʼs finest techniques, but they paled in comparison to the ancient art of Tai Chi. Within a few exchanges, she was completely overwhelmed. Her graceful figure, caught in the storm of Liu Yanchangʼs sword arcs, looked like a small boat in a vast ocean, on the verge of being swallowed.

Ye Fei had confidently encouraged Jiang Yitong to accept the challenge because he had planned to secretly assist her. Seeing her at a disadvantage, he raised a finger, ready to release a burst of energy to strike Liu Yanchangʼs pressure points.

However, just as he was about to act, Ye Fei hesitated. If he intervened so blatantly, it would be obvious to anyone watching, which would undermine Jiang Yitongʼs victory. He wanted her to win more impressively and naturally.

Focusing on his mind, Ye Fei extended his spiritual sense, but this time, he infused it with his internal energy. Initially, he intended to use this energy to subtly suppress Liu Yanchang, but as he did so, he experienced a profound and mysterious sensation.

Previously, Ye Feiʼs spiritual sense had only been used to observe his surroundings. But now, with the addition of his internal energy, he discovered that within the range of his spiritual sense, everything seemed to be under his control. This feeling was similar to when he first discovered his spiritual sense, but now it was far more vivid and tangible.

To test his theory, Ye Fei directed his spiritual sense to make Liu Yanchangʼs wooden sword heavier. Instantly, Liu Yanchangʼs movements slowed, and a look of strain appeared on his face. His once-fluid sword technique became clumsy and awkward.

Ye Fei almost laughed out loud. What had started as a simple idea to help Jiang Yitong had unexpectedly unlocked a new ability. He realized he had developed something akin to the ”domain” described in martial arts novels. Within this domain, he was like a god, and his spiritual sense could extend over a kilometer. This meant that within a kilometer radius, everything was under his control.

While Ye Fei was reveling in his discovery, Liu Yanchang was struggling. His wooden sword felt impossibly heavy as if it weighed hundreds of pounds. He could barely hold it, let alone execute his sword techniques. This bizarre sensation made him break out in a cold sweat.

Jiang Yitong, though confused by Liu Yanchangʼs sudden slowdown, didnʼt hesitate to seize the opportunity. Her wooden sword darted forward, striking Liu Yanchang several times in the chest. She then gracefully stepped back and saluted him. ”Liu Yanchang, I concede.”

The sudden turn of events left the audience stunned. However, no one suspected foul play. They simply assumed Liu Yanchang had run out of energy, and their expressions turned amused. How embarrassing to run out of stamina in the middle of a match! Though no one laughed out loud out of respect for Wudang, the sentiment was clear.

Humiliated, Liu Yanchang quickly saluted Jiang Yitong and jumped off the stage, returning to his masterʼs side.

”Yanchang, what happened? I told you that once the guardian sect deals with Ye Fei, Jiang Yitong will be yours. How could you embarrass Wudang like this?” the old Taoist priest scolded, his face dark with anger.

”Master, I didnʼt hold back!” Liu Yanchang protested, his face filled with frustration.

”Nonsense! I could see that girl was no match for you. How did she turn the tables so quickly?” the old priest snapped. ”Yanchang, are you lying to me now?”

”Master, I wouldnʼt dare!” Liu Yanchang said urgently. ”But at some point, my wooden sword felt like it weighed a thousand pounds. I could barely lift it, let alone fight.”

”A thousand pounds? Thatʼs impossible! Itʼs just a wooden sword. You must have slacked off in your internal energy training,” the old priest scoffed, though he knew his disciple was usually obedient. The only explanation he could think of was that Liu Yanchang had run out of energy.

”No, Master, I swear the sword felt heavier. Do you think... could it be Ye Feiʼs doing?” Liu Yanchang asked, his voice tinged with fear. After hearing about Ye Feiʼs incredible strength from his master, he couldnʼt help but suspect him.

”Ye Fei? No, thatʼs impossible. Youʼre overthinking it,” the old priest said sharply, though his heart skipped a beat. Liu Yanchangʼs words reminded him of the legendary ”domain,” a power he had seen in action before. Wudang had an elder who rarely appeared but possessed such an ability. Within his domain, which spanned only about ten meters, he was like a god. But Ye Fei was over fifty meters away from the stage. The old priest refused to believe Ye Fei could possess such power.

Meanwhile, back on the stage, Jiang Yitong didnʼt challenge anyone else. Feeling nervous in front of such a large crowd, she bowed to the judges and returned to Ye Feiʼs side.

”Thank you,” she said softly, though she didnʼt fully understand how Ye Fei had helped her. She knew her victory was entirely his doing.

Ye Fei, still elated by his newfound ability, forgot to maintain his usual restraint in front of Shui Rou. He smiled and said, ”Whatʼs there to thank? Between us, such words arenʼt necessary.”

His words made Jiang Yitongʼs heart skip a beat. Her cheeks flushed crimson as she wondered, Is he... confessing his feelings to me?

With a mix of shyness, joy, and nervousness, Jiang Yitong sat down beside Shui Rou. Shui Rou, who had raised Jiang Yitong since childhood, noticed the change in her discipleʼs demeanor immediately. It was clear to her that Jiang Yitongʼs heart now belonged to Ye Fei.