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Chapter 116: Three-Leaf's Opportunity, Entering Spirit Sword Sect, Rao Zhirou! (Part 2)
Chapter 116: Three-Leaf's Opportunity, Entering Spirit Sword Sect, Rao Zhirou! (Part 2)
This was only possible because he had suppressed his cultivation; otherwise, this entire realm would have turned into a domain of sword aura!
"Wow, wow, wow!"
"So powerful!"
"But I'm not bad either!"
"I... can take it!"
Three-Leaf trembled all over, its leaves as sharp as swords, unstoppable.
It unleashed various sword techniques as well, and in the shocked gazes of the elders, it fought Sword Son for dozens of rounds without a clear victor!
"This?!"
One of the Spirit Sword Sect elders was so shocked he went numb, unconsciously plucking out several of his own beard hairs.
"Is this really just a weed?!"
Impossible, right?!
A mere weed, only at the Second Stage, had cultivated the sword to such an extent?
Even witnessing it firsthand was hard to believe!
Their shock turned into awe.
The most awe-struck was Sword Son.
He... usually didn't put on airs.
But after becoming Sword Son and rising rapidly within the Spirit Sword Sect, sweeping through all enemies of the same rank, he naturally developed a certain 'aura'.
But now...
He found it hard to maintain that facade.
This little weed's sword cultivation was incredibly powerful!
And it was completely foreign, unlike anything from the Immortal Martial Continent...
The five elders also noticed this peculiarity.
"Is this Sword Dao not from the Immortal Martial Continent?"
The elders were even more shocked.
Spirit Sword Sect only accepted Sword Cultivators, and although they didn't fully understand the Sword Dao of the Immortal Martial Continent, they had some knowledge of it. Yet, at this moment, they couldn't fathom the origin and style of the Sword Dao used by Third Leaf.
"Little Friend Lu..."
Sword Son and Third Leaf continued their friendly spar.
One of the elders couldn't help but ask, "May I ask why the Sword Dao used by Third Leaf this time is something we've never heard of?"
"Oh?"
Lu Ming chuckled lightly, "This is a sword technique he created himself, and the Sword Dao is also his own realization. It doesn't even have a name, so it's natural that you wouldn't know about it."
Third Leaf possessed an incredibly heaven-defying talent for Sword Dao.
Following Lu Ming, while learning the Ethereal Sword Technique, it was also comprehending the Sword Dao on its own!
"The sword techniques used just now were all its own realizations. It's strange that you would know about them."
Lu Ming secretly mocked them in his heart.
His words startled the five Great Powers of Spirit Sword Sect.
Could a Second Stage cultivator comprehend such a profound Sword Dao?!
The Sword Son used the 'wisdom crystallization' of the Spirit Sword Sect's predecessors over the years. Even if it was only a part of it, it was still astonishing. Yet, at this moment, they were evenly matched?
This was too absurd!
After a few more moves, Sword Son's face turned pale.
"You can still continue?!"
He realized that he... seemed to have no choice but to 'go all out'.
If he couldn't win even with his ultimate move, then...
Impossible!
His mind and body trembled.
"I am a Sword Spirit Holy Body, and my skills are the ultimate secrets of the Spirit Sword Sect's predecessors. The techniques I will use next are also one of the sect's supreme secrets. How could I possibly lose to a mere weed?"
He didn't believe it.
"If we continue like this, it will be a draw. Third Leaf, you are the strongest Sword Dao expert I've ever met!"
"Next, I will give it my all."
"This is my acknowledgment of your strength."
"Receive my attack!"
"Heaven Slashing..."
"Sword Drawing Technique!"
Slash!
The seemingly slow white line that passed by actually contained terrifying power.
However, Third Leaf showed no fear.
It didn't run, perhaps because even now, it couldn't escape on its own.
The fourth leaf, 'Little Lotus Bud Just Emerging', trembled...
"Sword Nine, Cycle!"
Their ultimate moves clashed.
In the end, Third Leaf's leaves turned yellow due to excessive consumption, but Sword Son's robe was torn by sword aura, leaving a gaping hole.
"!!!"
Sword Son shuddered.
"I..."
"I... lost?!"
He, had actually lost?
The Sword Spirit Holy Body!
The one with the greatest talent in the Spirit Sword Sect over the past five million years had actually lost in the same stage?
And it was defeated by a mere weed!
Defeated by its Sword Dao?!
This!!!
"What?!"
Suddenly, one of the Guardians exclaimed, "Look at Third Leaf!"
"It... has gained new insights, and its sword intent is improving!!!"
Everyone looked and indeed saw that it was true, causing their scalps to go numb.
"What??"
"What an incredible talent!"
"With such talent, if placed in a cultivator's body, it could even rival a Divine Body!"
"Heaven Sword Divine Body?!"
"..."
They were shocked beyond words.
Everyone was stunned.
You're just a weed!!!
A weed!!!
A talent comparable to the Heaven Sword Divine Body was indeed too absurd.
They had lost count of how many times the word 'absurd' had echoed in their minds, but they still couldn't help but exclaim it.
Sword Son gradually regained his composure.
He...
Through this battle, he had also gained some insights.
The Ethereal Sword Technique, the completely different and nameless Sword Dao, had broadened his horizons. Later, when he carefully recalled and cultivated, he would surely make progress.
But you, a mere weed, actually had a 'sudden realization'?
Such talent, such an opportunity, was indeed too heaven-defying!
"Lucky, lucky."
Lu Ming picked up Third Leaf, secretly regretting his decision.
The five elders' passionate gazes made him feel uneasy.
As expected, the next second, they surrounded him.
They didn't intend to fight, but instead, they flattered and tried to recruit him.
"Heaven-Endowed Talent!"
"A Heaven-Endowed Talent indeed!"
"Little friend, you are a Heaven-Endowed Talent, and Third Leaf is also a Heaven-Endowed Talent. Your Sword Dao talent is no weaker than Sword Son's. Join our Spirit Sword Sect!"
"You will surely receive abundant resources and the best cultivation. Becoming a Sequence Disciple will be within reach, and in the future, you may even have the opportunity to compete for the Swordzi Position.
"Yes, yes, under our guidance, you and your master will surely become a great power in the future, and perhaps even become one of our Spirit Sword Sect's Great Powers. Whether it's Void Breaking or Ascending to Immortality, it's all possible!"
Sword Son: "(⊙o⊙)···"
"I'm not going back!"
The five elders were taken aback, "Why does Sword Son say this?"
"I want to spar with Third Leaf again!"
"Until I defeat it!"
"Since it excels in Sword Dao, sparring with it will allow me to improve at the fastest speed."
"So..."
Lu Ming: "..."
He had no intention of bringing along this clingy person.
In his opinion, the current Swordzi was still a bit weak.
Battling at the same realm, he wouldn't be a match for Three-Leaf, so wouldn't he just be a burden?
If they really wanted to spar, he could just practice with Three-Leaf himself. But this guy was stubbornly refusing to leave.
What nonsense was this?
If I take you along, how can I get things done?
Lu Ming was about to firmly refuse when suddenly a realization struck him.
He would definitely not join the Spirit Sword Sect.
But perhaps Three-Leaf would be willing to go?
The Spirit Sword Sect had countless Sword Dao manuals and expert Sword Cultivators. With his talent, he would undoubtedly be able to comprehend countless Sword Daos, and they would be extremely formidable.
Once he comprehended them, it would be as if Lu Ming himself had learned them.
Wasn't this a great opportunity to level up his skills?
If Three-Leaf was willing to go, why not? Moreover, if he could establish himself in the Spirit Sword Sect and needed help in the future, he could also bring people to assist.
What if he betrays me?
What if he no longer acknowledges me as his master? One day as a teacher, a lifetime as a father!
As long as Lu Ming wasn't worried that helping Swordzi improve would cause trouble for Xiao Ling'er.
The current Swordzi was at too low a realm; even without a fight, he knew he would undoubtedly lose. Helping him grow would instead put some pressure on Xiao Ling'er.
But Xiao Ling'er was the protagonist template; she shouldn't lose to such a conventional peerless genius.
"Fellow Daoist, this method is truly wonderful!"
Swordzi excitedly said, "Please ask Three-Leaf if he is willing to join the Spirit Sword Sect?"
"Three-Leaf."
Lu Ming smiled lightly, "Are you willing?"
"If you are, just slash out a sword aura."
Three-Leaf: "..."
"If Master doesn't go, then I won't either."
"I just want to study the sword with Master."
"This Swordzi is far inferior to Master, and I can't even beat him. What's so fun about that?"
"I won't go!"
"Moreover..."
"One day as a teacher, a lifetime as a father."
"I, Three-Leaf, am not the kind of ungrateful traitor."
His thoughts were very active, but to Lu Ming and the others, he appeared silent.
"What's this?"
Swordzi's face turned bitter, "Three-Leaf... doesn't want to?"
"Don't worry, let me ask again."
"We can't force him."
Lu Ming was quite pleased with Three-Leaf's response.
If he had immediately wanted to join the Spirit Sword Sect, that would have been an 'insult' to him.
But now it seemed that Three-Leaf valued emotions and didn't let him down.
"Three-Leaf."
Lu Ming spoke again, "You don't want to change sects and join the Spirit Sword Sect?"
A sword aura was slashed out, confirming his decision.
Swordzi and the five elders' faces turned pale.
What's this?
What a thing to say!
You're taking all the benefits, and we're just getting a good deed?
Does the Spirit Sword Sect need this good deed?
If in the future, Three-Leaf becomes a Sacred Son and establishes a sect, then it would indeed be necessary.
Otherwise...
This good deed seems to have no use at all.
At most, when it spreads, it will become a beautiful tale, enhancing the Spirit Sword Sect's reputation, and that's it.
But we have to invest manpower, energy, resources, and our own secret techniques to cultivate him?
Oh, and there's also the benefit of helping Swordzi improve his Sword Dao.
But it still seems a bit of a loss!
They looked at each other, unsure how to respond.
But then they saw Three-Leaf slash out another sword aura, indicating his willingness.
He was willing to go, but not to take on a master; he just wanted to study the Sword Dao and observe the Spirit Sword Sect's countless Sword Dao techniques.
This was quite attractive.
But it meant being separated from his master for a while, which made him hesitate a little.
At this moment, Swordzi and the others were wide-eyed and speechless, unsure how to reply.
So, you're willing, but we haven't agreed yet!
Even if we wanted to agree, we don't have the authority, right?
Lu Ming wasn't in a hurry; he just watched them with a smile.
After a moment, Swordzi gritted his teeth, "Please wait, I'll contact my master!"
He set up a soundproof barrier, took out a communication talisman, and immediately contacted his master, informing him of the situation.
After some time, Swordzi finally smiled, "My master has agreed!"
"We can establish this good deed."
"Moreover, he also wants to see how far a weed with such astonishing Sword Dao talent can go and whether he can create his own complete Sword Dao."
”
He was delighted.
Having brought Three-Leaf back, wouldn't he have the perfect sparring partner in the future?
Lose?
No problem, he had already lost to Xiao Ling'er many times and had grown accustomed to it.
Losing to Three-Leaf a few times wasn't a big deal either, as long as he could continue to grow stronger in the process!
After saying this, he reached out to take the potted plant where Three-Leaf was rooted.
But Lu Ming didn't let go.
"You must promise to take good care of Three-Leaf and not let it suffer even a little."
"Otherwise... the consequences will be unbearable for you."
Lu Ming spoke seriously, both as a reminder and a warning, and even as a threat.
"Of course!"
"I hereby swear on my Dao Heart, I will definitely not..."
With the oath on his Dao Heart, the Fifth Elder also expressed her willingness to guarantee this.
She added, "Rest assured, Lu Ming. Although the larger the power, the more complex and dark its inner workings, our Spirit Sword Sect is extremely pure in comparison."
"With such an incredible talent in the Sword Dao, you will definitely not suffer even a little in our Spirit Sword Sect."
"Even..."
"Not only will you not suffer, but you will be cherished and nurtured."
"Good!"
Lu Ming released his hold.
Swordzi carefully lifted Three-Leaf, his smile almost uncontainable.
"Obediently cultivate in the Spirit Sword Sect, and if you wish to contact me, let Swordzi know, and I will come to see you."
"When I miss you, I will also come to the Spirit Sword Sect to find you."
Lu Ming instructed.
Three-Leaf was extremely reluctant to part, but it could also distinguish right from wrong and had its own aspirations.
Its leaves drooped, gently caressing Lu Ming's large hand.
After that, they went their separate ways.
It wasn't until Swordzi and the five elders returned that Lu Ming finally breathed a sigh of relief: "Recently, I've been focusing on sword comprehension, neglecting the Heaven Devouring Dharmic Energy and the Xing Character Secret."
"However..."
"Through the principle of analogy, I've also gained some insights into other cultivation techniques."
"I can even send some to Qiu Yongqin."
"As he travels, he should need these things."
"Hmm, and the pills that Xiao Ling'er gave me earlier."
Qiu Yongqin's situation wasn't too bad.
After being away for about two years, he now possessed cultivation close to the Fourth Stage.
Compared to Fan Jianqiang and Xiao Ling'er, his progress seemed slow, but he was from the 'ordinary' background. In the early stages, it wasn't as heaven-defying, but with the jade bottle similar to the 'Heavenly Bottle,' his talent would gradually improve, and in the later stages, he would become more formidable.
Investing in his early development to accelerate his growth wasn't a bad idea.
Anyway, since the Heaven Devouring Dharmic Energy and the Xing Character Secret hadn't been created yet, it was a good opportunity to visit Qiu Yongqin.
As for Qiu Yongqin's whereabouts...
It wouldn't be a problem to find a place, spend some money, and inquire about Li Feihu or Han Li to locate him.
No big deal.
...
Night.
Spirit Sword Sect.
Many disciples were astonished to discover that Sect Master Rao Zhirou had emerged from seclusion, unbeknownst to them.
Dressed in a fluttering red skirt, she stood at the sect gate, her hands clasped behind her back, gazing into the distance.
This scene left them in awe.
"Has the Sect Master come out of seclusion?"
"In these years, the Sect Master rarely shows herself, why is she eagerly awaiting someone today?"
"It can't be..."
"Don't speculate, the Sect Master must have an important matter to attend to!"
"Let's observe from a distance for now..."
Amidst their astonishment, many disciples and elders quietly watched from afar.
It wasn't until a sword light tore through the sky that Swordzi and the five elders returned.
"Why is Swordzi holding a pot of weeds?"
"Weeds with spiritual intelligence are indeed rare, and it seems to be surrounded by a faint sword intent?"
"Look, the Sect Master is approaching!"
"Greeting Swordzi?"
"No, she... took the pot of weeds???"
"What's this?"
They were dumbfounded.
But Rao Zhirou, holding Three-Leaf, extended her slender finger and gently caressed it.
Three-Leaf was reluctant, and it slashed out a sword aura.
Rao Zhirou's finger flicked, and the sword aura vanished without a trace. With a slight smile, she said, "Not bad, with such talent, it is indeed as you said, almost divine."
"However, little one, you are still too tender. Let me see your limits."
She flicked her finger, and a sword aura appeared.
However, this sword aura, which should have been sharp and unmatched in slaying enemies, was now exceptionally gentle, swirling around her fingertip like an obedient silk thread.
Even the sword aura could be this 'soft' and obedient? Three-Leaf was bewildered.
But the Spirit Sword Sect disciples were overjoyed.
Rao Zhirou, a name that meant 'soft and gentle,' had created a unique Sword Dao, one of the most extraordinary Sword Daos in the Spirit Sword Sect. Unfortunately, aside from Rao Zhirou herself, no one else had been able to learn it.
Even...
Just witnessing it once was a privilege!
This seemingly 'soft and gentle' sword aura was, in fact, astonishingly powerful.
Three-Leaf felt the incredible power of this sword aura and trembled, unleashing its most potent sword technique!
As the sword auras clashed, Three-Leaf's sword aura was suppressed and extinguished.
Three-Leaf was astonished.
But Rao Zhirou was even more delighted, her smile widening.
"What a formidable Sword Dao!"
"Indeed, it's excellent!"
"Disciple, you continue your cultivation, and I will temporarily take Three-Leaf. I still have many questions..."
After saying this, Rao Zhirou, holding Three-Leaf, disappeared.
Swordzi was left dumbfounded.
"Huh?"
That's my opponent!!!
My sparring partner!
How could you take even this, Master?
He was speechless.
...
On this day, the bell rang out, its sound echoing throughout the entire Southwest Domain.
The day of the open sect gates had arrived.
Hmm, the annual rewards will be distributed tomorrow, and the new disciples are quite special~
(End of Chapter)
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