Timber Alpha

In the land of Mount Shu, a place revered for its mystical energies, the air was thick with anticipation as the disciples gathered in the courtyard. The sun was setting, casting long shadows across the cobblestone paths that wound through the ancient complex.

"Why are you so cold to me?" asked Tom Brown, his eyes filled with melancholy as he looked at Emily Davis.

"Because of him," Emily replied, pointing towards the peak where a figure stood, his silhouette framed against the sky. It was Jack Thompson, the man who had challenged the very rules of Mount Shu and yet was admired for his unyielding spirit and prowess.

"The wind plays with his green cloak, his hair flowing like a banner of freedom," Emily said, her gaze fixed on Jack. "He stands before the two masters of Mount Shu without a hint of fear, and even the gods would bow to his presence."

As the two masters of swordsmanship, the Drunken Sword Immortal and the Lone Sword Saint, were about to engage in a duel, a playful banter filled the air.

"But what?" Lone Sword Saint asked, his eyes never leaving Drunken Sword Immortal.

"Must you keep standing on my gourd?" Drunken Sword Immortal retorted, his voice carrying a hint of irritation.

In the midst of their bickering, Jack Thompson struck with a sudden burst of energy, his sword energy slicing through the air towards Lone Sword Saint. The latter, seemingly unfazed, casually waved his hand, summoning a barrier of spiritual energy that deflected the attack. However, the force of Jacks strike was enough to make Lone Sword Saint take a few steps back, prompting him to reinforce his barrier.

Drunken Sword Immortal seized the moment and lunged at Jack, his sword aimed with precision. Jack, with stance, met the attack not with a palm but with two fingers, as if holding an invisible sword. Drunken Sword Immortal, taken aback, found his sword clamped between Jacks fingers, unable to move it.

"Is there a limit to your arrogance?" Drunken Sword Immortal began, but before he could finish, Jack channeled his inner strength, the sword to his fingers and immobilizing Drunken Sword Immortal.

Realizing the gravity of the situation, Drunken Sword Immortal attempted to break free, but Jack was one step ahead. He activated his newly developed technique, "Tai Chi Guard," which not only deflected the attack but also converted it into his own strength, pulling Drunken Sword Immortal towards him and causing him to lose balance and crash into the cliff behind Jack.

Drunken Sword Immortal, however, was not one to be easily defeated. As he was pulled, he silently activated a protective barrier, saving himself from harm in the air, he looked at Jack with newfound respect.

The situation had changed, and Jack now found himself sandwiched between the two masters, a target for both.

Jack smiled at Drunken Sword Immortal and said, "Almost made a fool of yourself, didnt you?"

Wiping the sweat from his brow, Drunken Sword Immortal asked, "What was that just now?"

Jack turned to Lone Sword Saint and said, "Tai Chi Guard, the ultimate defensive technique that can neutralize any attack. Ive only recently perfected it. Impressive, isnt it?"

With a sly grin, Jack added, "And now, let me show you another technique Ive been working on. If successful, it could change the way we attack on Mount Shu."

Lone Sword Saint chuckled and said, "Youre quite the troublemaker, arent you? Breaking our rules, now you want to change our sword techniques? Your ambitions are not small."

Drunken Sword Immortal, with a smirk, added, "Were looking forward to it. What kind of technique is it? Show us already."

As soon as the words left his mouth, both Drunken Sword Immortal and Lone Sword Saint attacked Jack in an instant. Their swords crossed, and they flew apart, each channeling their sword energy towards Jack. The onlookers on the cliffside were amazed.

"The two chieftains of the Sword Immortals work together perfectly," one disciple commented.

"And their sword energy completely seals off Jacks movements. They attack from different positions," another added.

As predicted by Lone Sword Saint, Jack once again assumed the Tai Chi stance to defend against the two masters.

Drunken Sword Immortal thought to himself, "While it can defend against any attack, it must consume a lot of inner strength. How many more times can he use it?"

Jack redirected Lone Sword Saints sword energy towards Drunken Sword Immortals attack. The two energies collided with a series of loud bangs that echoed through the valley, earning the admiration of all present for Jacks defensive technique.