SWDnovel Chapter 48 Even Among Sword Qi, There Are Differences
Chapter 48 Even Among Sword Qi, There Are Differences
Upon hearing this, Zhang Ruxue did not refuse. She merely slightly raised her eyelids, her clear, autumn-water-like eyes calmly sweeping across Wei Changfeng's face.
Then, he spoke slowly and deliberately: "Brother Wei, you flatter me."
Her tone remained cool and composed, but when she spoke of swordsmanship, she couldn't help but become more serious.
"The Way of the Sword is different from the Way of Talismans and the Way of Arrays. The Way of Talismans emphasizes divine intent, the Way of Arrays emphasizes structure, but the Way of the Sword—"
She gently placed her hand on the long sword at her waist, her slender, fair fingers contrasting beautifully with the dark scabbard, making her fingers appear as if they were carved from jade.
"As far as I know, the realms of swordsmanship include sword energy, sword essence, and sword intent."
Sword Qi, generated by using internal energy to stimulate the sword and awaken its spirituality, condenses into a sharp, tangible sword aura. This realm emphasizes the fusion of 'skill' and 'qi'; with practice and understanding, one can glimpse its path.
"Sword essence is the essence of sword energy, condensed into one. At this level, sword energy is no longer an additional thing that is generated, but is integrated with the cultivator's own embryonic breathing and true qi. Wherever the mind goes, sword essence arrives, and its power can rival that of ordinary superior Dao techniques!"
This level requires immense comprehension and exceptional opportunity, and cannot be attained through arduous practice alone.
"As for sword intent—"
As Zhang Ruxue spoke, her tone suddenly became extremely restrained, "When the spirit and the sword are in harmony, the spirit naturally becomes clear. Reaching this level means that one has already touched the threshold of the primordial spirit, and one's legal nature is in harmony with the divine. Wherever the sword intent goes, all laws are broken."
The first three realms of immortality are: Fetal Breathing, Innate, and Foundation Establishment. Any cultivator who reaches the Sword Intent realm before Foundation Establishment is destined for historical fame. Among the renowned sword immortals on the Zhongyi Sword Sect's Sword Immortal Ranking, there are even examples of those who have reversed the demise of a True Core Formation cultivator!
Her words were spoken with a cool and resolute tone, leaving everyone in the room completely silent.
After a few breaths, the crowd began to whisper among themselves and discuss the matter.
"Hiss! A Foundation Establishment cultivator, separated by a whole realm, killed a Core Formation cultivator?"
A rogue cultivator in the audience muttered to himself, asking incredulously, "Is such a strange thing really possible?"
Just then, Young Master Wei, who happened to be nearby, heard this and immediately scoffed, "Ha, you rogue cultivators are truly ignorant and naive! You don't even know such common sense, what good is it for you to come to this immortal gathering? You should be ashamed and leave!"
"You little rascal—"
The rogue cultivator turned and glared angrily, his eyes almost spitting fire, about to retort. But upon seeing the person's identity, he immediately fell silent, acting as if nothing had happened.
Upon seeing this, the Third Young Master Wei raised the corners of his mouth slightly, with an expression that seemed perfectly natural.
However, when he turned to look at Chen Bai sitting next to Fairy Yueyi, a hint of jealousy crept into his eyes.
On the other side, on the stage.
Seeing Zhang Ruxue's high regard for swordsmanship, Wei Changfeng's smile deepened.
He put down his wine glass and slowly stood up.
"I have benefited greatly from Junior Sister Zhang's insightful remarks."
He smiled and said, "To be honest, I only have a rudimentary understanding of swordsmanship and dare not embarrass myself in front of Junior Sister Zhang. However, a few days ago, while practicing swordsmanship, I suddenly had a sudden inspiration and happened to comprehend the sword energy—"
As he spoke, he drew the spirit sword from his waist.
The moment the sword was drawn, a clear and melodious sword cry rang out, like the roar of a dragon.
"Please offer your guidance, fellow Daoists."
Wei Changfeng flicked his wrist, pointing the sword tip diagonally.
A pale blue sword aura emerged from the sword. At first, it was just a thin layer of blue light, but it quickly solidified and transformed into a visible beam of light.
The aura was no more than three feet long, yet it was incomparably sharp, whistling through the air wherever it passed, as if it were being sliced open by something extremely sharp.
Wei Changfeng stood still, only slowly swirling his sword energy around the table.
The pale blue sword energy circled around him, and wherever it passed, the cups on the low table trembled slightly, and the wine in the cups rippled in circles.
The sword energy spun faster and faster, and suddenly flew more than ten feet away, drawing a circle in the air in the open space in the center of the pavilion. Then it hovered there, trembling slightly and emitting a series of low and sharp buzzing sounds.
"good!"
Someone at the table couldn't help but cheer.
Chen Bai stared intently at the sword energy, clearly sensing the sharpness contained within it.
Zhang Ruxue's gaze lingered on the sword aura for a moment, she nodded slightly, but said nothing. However, Chen Bai noticed that her fingers on the hilt of the sword twitched slightly, as if she were weighing something.
Wei Changfeng sheathed his sword, bowed to the surroundings, and said humbly, "I've made a fool of myself."
He's only just begun to grasp the basics of sword energy; compared to Junior Sister Zhang, he's practically showing off his limited skills.
The crowd then snapped out of their astonishment and began to praise him.
Some said that Young Master Wei had extraordinary comprehension, while others said that the sword energy was so pure that he would surely reach even greater heights in the future. Several disciples of the immortal clan even flattered him, saying that since Young Master Wei had such talent in swordsmanship, why didn't he abandon his family's traditional techniques and join the Spirit Sword Sect?
Wei Changfeng simply smiled and shook his head, declining each offer with humility.
But his gaze kept drifting towards Zhang Ruxue, as if he was expecting something.
Zhang Ruxue met his gaze, shook her head, and finally said calmly, "Brother Wei, it is already quite remarkable that you have been able to comprehend sword energy. However, the path of the sword is about perseverance, not about showing off your skills."
These words were spoken plainly, without any extra praise, as if stating an objective fact.
But for Wei Changfeng, hearing these words from Zhang Ruxue was no less than a slap in the face.
Wei Changfeng's expression was somewhat unpleasant, but he still forced a smile and said, "I wonder what guidance Junior Sister Zhang has? How about we have a friendly spar? It would be a good way to pass the time."
Chen Bai saw this scene and understood what Young Master Wei was thinking, but he wasn't surprised.
This celestial prince, who had been raised in a pampered environment since childhood, was used to having others follow his wishes. But now, he was being openly defied, and even though the person was a woman he admired and respected, he was unwilling to back down.
"Brother Wei, you flatter me. Your guidance is fine, but it's just a casual chat about the play."
Zhang Ruxue blinked her clear, cold eyes and sighed almost imperceptibly: "Please enlighten me."
Wei Changfeng stood up, bowed deeply, and said, "Junior Sister Zhang, please forgive me... I will show mercy."
Having said that, he drew his spirit sword.
With each breath, a sharp, pale blue sword aura shot out, heading straight towards Zhang Ruxue without mercy.
Upon seeing this, Fairy Yueyi frowned.
Wei Changfeng had been so polite just moments before, but now he's started fighting. As Zhang Ruxue's close friend, she naturally couldn't stand idly by and was about to use her "Five Qi Smoke Landscape Handkerchief" to try and stop him.
Just then, the sword energy flew over and was only a few feet away from Zhang Ruxue.