The Whispering Wind Sword

21. Chapter 21's

The figure of the creator of the sword certainly created it with all the talent, knowledge and energy he had. A great sin on the ancestors if we destroy them. Moreover, the attitude of despair, is not the attitude of a real man.‖ermark

Ding Tao limply looked at the sword in his hand, then turned his gaze to the teacher, as if asking, then what can we do?

―My son, you said one futility that this sword exists, because the sword exists but the right owner does not exist. But my son, I have found the right owner for the sword.‖ermark

Hearing that Ding Tao's face brightened up,

―Ah, great then. The teacher says his name and where he lives, the student will deliver this sword into his hand, the student will show that it is not in vain that the teacher teaches the student. Although must use the life bet of this sword will make sure students arrive at the right hands.‖ermark

Seeing Ding Tao's earnestness, without feeling Gu Tong Dang laughed out loud, amused in admiration, moved also grateful. Ding Tao who saw his teacher laughing out loud, went awry, wanted to come laughing he did not know what made his teacher laugh. Finally he kept silent while waiting for his teacher to stop laughing, maybe his teacher laughed at his arrogance so confident that he could keep and deliver the sword to the right owner. Or maybe his teacher laughed out of pride at his strong will.

But what his teacher said after that, made Ding Tao look like he was struck by lightning.

―Foolish boy, if my eyes are not wrong, you are the most appropriate owner of that sword.‖ermark

Looking at Ding Tao looking at his teacher, was he joking? Or playing himself? What was seen was the loving gaze of an old man, whom he had not felt for a long time as an orphan.

―Guru...what teacher is joking about? Did the teacher misjudge? I know the teacher loves me like he loves his own son, is the teacher sure not to judge me wrong?‖ermark

Gu Tong Dang nodded in satisfaction, for this old teacher, humility was not a deficiency, because Ding Tao had a strong character, for him humility was a capital to progress.

―Ding Tao, not without reason I say this. Your talent in understanding martial arts, might be able to be juxtaposed with the great Swordsman Jin Yong. Now let me ask you a question, when you first fought Wang Chen

Jin, how do you feel? And what do you feel when you start learning advanced styles?

With furrowed brows Ding Tao tried to recall the fight two years ago,

―Murid felt, student mind path so wide open. What was once only the student imagined in thought, only the student understood in theory, at that moment it felt like the new student really understood it. It was hard to express in words, that feeling was like a fish being released into the water, like a bird in flight.‖ermark

―Then as students begin to learn advanced techniques, many questions are increasingly clearly answered. And the student feels more confident in the understanding of the students of the basic moves that have been learned, because the real conclusion of the students to the basic moves is actually not far off. The mind of the student is also more open and sometimes when learning a new style, it feels easy, because before the teacher teaches it, the same thing has been thought of.‖ermark

Hearing that Gu Tong Dang smiled happily.

―Hmmm, you know, many people learn martial arts without ever delving into the nature of every move they make. For these kind of people, their martial arts would never advance beyond dexterity and strength. Their understanding, just touching his skin.‖ermark

―The rest of the brain is brighter, not only are they able to use those movements in a fight, they are able to understand more deeply, the essence of each movement. Purpose and purpose of each course. These are the ones who have a chance to advance in martial arts.‖ermark

―But of those many people, how far they understand, and how far they can apply their understanding in real combat, that is what will distinguish a first-rate hero from a second-rate champion. Between a teacher and an ordinary expert.‖ermark

―Ding Tao, my son, two years ago, my understanding in martial arts, may still be above you. But in its application in the real fight I am still far below you. That's why the great sir

Huang, trust me to be a teacher, but not to be his confidant.‖ermark

Ding Tao who listened to the explanation was silent, there was a part of him who felt proud to listen to it, but there was also a part of him who was still wondering, unable to accept the explanation, but, for him, his teacher was certainly still better than him.

―Ding Tao, don't you realize, that in the last 1 year, when all the Huang family science I know, I taught you, I no longer teach you any theory.

All I did was ask you a question.‖ermark

Reddened Ding Tao's face, as if he felt his teacher was about to say that from then on he was already smarter than his teacher,

―That's certainly not because the teacher doesn't understand, but because the teacher wants to see me learn to analyze each issue independently. Like before when the teacher forced me to reflect on the basic techniques that exist.‖ermark

Slowly Gu Tong Dang shook his head,

dare to bet, even great-grandfather Master Huang himselfun his understanding did not reach that level.‖ermark

Ding Tao's pale face heard his teacher's words, his mouth opened to deny, but his teacher's face was so earnest. And in the depths of his heart, he acknowledged the truth of some of his teacher's words. Correctly the thought is about the understanding and use of a stance in real combat, with the results of his contemplation.

Seeing Ding Tao speechless, Gu Tong Dang continued his description,

―Muridku, maybe I was wrong. But I'm a man

this old man, who became your teacher, and according to what you said, has instilled a sky-high amount of goodwill in you, fully trusting in your talents and qualities.‖ermark

―And with all my heart, I contend, that you are the most proper owner of the sword. Because that's my first message to you, no matter what happens, don't let the sword fall into someone else's hands.‖ermark

―We have both pondered the current state of our country, and we have both come to the conclusion that there must be someone who defeats and, if necessary, removes Ren Zuocan as a great threat, not only for people in the world but also for

this country. We have also arrived together

the conclusion that this sword, can be the key that solves the big problems we face, as long as this sword is in the right hands.‖ermark

―And as your teacher, I say, you are the right owner of this sword. Losing this sword means that you are putting your country in danger, you are failing to show your devotion, your devotion as a disciple to the teacher, serve you as a people in your country and of course serve you as a child to your ancestors.‖ermark

Squeeze Ding Tao's knees, his teacher's words are like a mountain crumbling down on his shoulders. The young man kowtowed in front of his teacher, banging his head against the floor he complained with a grievous heart,

―Murid did not dare.‖ermark

Suddenly Gu Tong Dang who always appeared with patience like never ending, jumped to his feet and kicked his student to roll around. His face was smoldering, with eyes glaring he was growling,

―Stupid murid !!! Did your teacher raise a coward? Have I wasted my life raising chicks !!! Rise up if you are a man!!!‖ermark

How shocked Ding Tao was indescribable, this was the old man who always smiled and was patient, guiding and teaching him. Always be patient in responding to his immunity.

But the surprise also dawned on this young man, that he was a duty-bound citizen, a disciple, a child who had an obligation to serve his teachers and parents.

Even if he didn't have any martial arts at all, even if the one in his hand was a hoe and not a sword, it wasn't appropriate for him to run away from his responsibilities as a man.

Realizing his mistake, Ding Tao quickly knelt back down, showing respect and begging for mercy for his previous mistake. Kneeling may be the same, but Ding Tao kneeling now was different from Ding Tao kneeling just a moment ago.

With a quiver he said,

―Teacher.

But for the sake of my devotion to the teacher, to the ancestors and to the country. No disciple will run away from any formidable enemy, will not take this sword out of the hand of the disciple if the life is still on the body. And with the blessing of teachers and ancestors, with all the strength and knowledge that has been given to students, students will try to defend this country from every enemy, even if they have to sacrifice their lives for it.‖ermark

Slowly Gu Tong Dang's face softened, pulling the young man to his feet.

―One more thing, I know you can't be held back from going to see Lord Huang. Your nature that knows to return this favor is good. But remember what I say, whether bad someone, is only seen when he is faced with great danger or great gain. Go but be careful, not without reason many people are killed for this sword.

Everyone who has talent tends to think that he is the savior and hero the world awaits. Not everyone, or if I may say so, no one else like you, would willingly give up this heirloom sword for the benefit of the crowd.‖ermark

―Until the next five-year meeting, take good care of yourself. Deepening your understanding, broadening your experience. I put all my efforts as one who should serve his country on your shoulders.‖ermark

―And as your teacher, to whom you swore, I command, take away your oath. As your teacher, I declare to you, your oath I did not take. Don't be foolish and ignorant, the sword may be an heirloom sword that can save the martial world, but it is an inanimate object, its usefulness lies in who the wearer is. While people are alive, without swords, people can do great things.

―If I tell you that you are a worthy person to possess that sword, it means that you, as a human being, are far more precious than that sword. Let alone the inexperienced. Even the mighty Jin Yong can fall in the trap of people and lose his life and sword. If in one position you have to choose between your life or that sword. Choose your life, and with the life you have, try to fulfill my request, serve the country, serve your teachers and ancestors, without the sword.‖ermark