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Chapter 19: Above the Nine Heavens
Chapter 19: Above the Nine Heavens
Yunyang Sect's front line, Shang Yan had also noticed this issue.
Previously, as the front-line commander, she arranged missions based on the information she obtained and set up ambushes for demonic creatures.
While not every mission was successful, most of the time, the results were excellent.
But this time, she came with full confidence, only to have reality pour a bucket of cold water over her.
The ambush was poorly executed, and the information she received about the demonic creatures' movements was mostly inaccurate.
After He Chao returned to the front line, the two chamber masters jointly launched a thorough investigation into this matter.
All disciples involved in gathering intelligence were summoned for questioning.
They were asked about how they gathered intelligence in the past and how they were doing it now.
They were also asked if they had encountered any difficulties.
As the questioning continued, it became apparent that there was no significant difference from before.
He Chao and Shang Yan discussed the situation and decided to replace all disciples involved in gathering intelligence.
If the cause couldn't be found, then replacing everyone would surely bring about some improvement.
Since that night, this area seemed to have become much quieter.
Two great beasts and over thirty lesser demons had been killed.
This should have scared off the nearby demonic creatures.
After repeatedly harassing the group, the demons must have been exhausted, and they were waiting for the right moment to strike again.
But in the end, they all met the same fate.
Those slightly more intelligent great beasts should have learned to be afraid.
Su Chen and the others followed the established plan and continued to garrison here for more than a month.
After that incident, things became much more relaxed.
Su Chen also had plenty of free time.
With two blade techniques in hand, he didn't waste any time and began studying and practicing them.
When he obtained the two blade techniques from Senior Brother Lin Tian, Su Chen was actually more curious about the "incoherent" manual.
In his free time, Su Chen briefly flipped through it.
The characters "Nine Heavens Divine Blade Formation" appeared at the beginning, seemingly the name of this blade technique.
As he continued reading, it indeed seemed somewhat off.
[Grand Heaven Abyss Mastery, in battle, He Taixu is unprovoked in action, fearless to guests.]
Upon reading this, anyone would feel confused.
The sentences didn't even seem to belong to a blade technique manual.
At least the Mystical Heavenly Path Heart Sutra could be read, but understanding its profound meaning was indeed challenging.
But this Nine Heavens Divine Blade Formation manual left one completely baffled.
The opening line, "Grand Heaven Abyss Mastery," left one wondering what it was referring to.
It was no wonder Lin Tian had described it as incoherent.
Su Chen flipped through the entire manual but didn't give up right away.
He activated the Seeker of Knowledge Divine Destiny and reread the Nine Heavens Divine Blade Formation manual.
After activating the Divine Destiny, Su Chen seemed to sense a subtle difference.
With intense concentration, he studied the manual for two days, and a flash of light appeared in his mind.
As he reread the Nine Heavens Divine Blade Formation manual, he gained some insights and direction.
The key points written in the manual had actually become distorted during its dissemination.
Due to misunderstandings and ambiguities, some characters were replaced during its transmission.
The first sentence, "Grand Heaven Abyss Mastery," actually referred to the Nine Heavens hanging high above, surpassing the lofty heavens. If one's blade formation was accomplished, they would become one of the most outstanding under the Nine Heavens.
With this sudden realization, Su Chen continued reading without feeling completely lost.
The Seeker of Knowledge Divine Destiny's function was fully demonstrated.
According to the manual, the Nine Heavens Divine Blade Formation was an unparalleled blade technique.
The Nine Heavens were the pinnacle of the heavens.
Grand Heaven, Purple Heaven, Lang Heaven, Jade Heaven, Scenery Heaven, Dan Heaven, Azure Heaven, Green Heaven, and Divine Heaven.
By mastering this blade formation, one could also claim kingship under the Nine Heavens.
As Su Chen continued reading, these words sounded somewhat exaggerated.
Is there truly such divine might? It remains uncertain.
The first form of the blade art, the Grand Heaven Blade Formation.
After the heart is clear, one begins to cultivate this blade art.
Finding a secluded place, Su Chen comprehends and practices.
Activating the Blade Master's Divine Destiny, he firmly grips the long blade in his hand.
In the mortal world, his heart reaches the Grand Heaven.
The Grand Heaven Blade Formation stands above the heavens, looking down upon the myriad laws of the world.
Without the heart reaching the mountain peak, the blade cannot unleash its true might.
Swinging the blade in his hand, a ruthless aura slashes forth.
The wild grass around him seems to be crushed by the blade's pressure, falling to the ground in this instant.
But Su Chen knows that he has not truly mastered it.
That previous blade was merely a superficial display, more like a show of pretense.
In his mind, Su Chen continues to think, reflecting on where he went wrong.
He did not misunderstand the cultivation technique manual.
It seems that his mental state has not yet reached the realm of the Grand Heaven.
Closing his eyes, Su Chen grips the long blade in his hand even tighter.
In this instant, he seems to be on the slope of a tall mountain.
Surrounding him are floating clouds, within reach with just a stretch of his hand.
Su Chen tries to climb upwards, but the long blade in his hand seems to be restrained by a massive force.
With each movement, it feels like he is dragging a thousand-pound weight.
The realm of the Grand Heaven is not so easily reached.
Looking up, the mountain seems endlessly tall.
Su Chen takes a glance and without hesitation, takes a step forward.
His steps are unsteady, each one seems to drain his strength.
With each step, the long blade in his hand seems to become lighter.
Su Chen quickens his pace.
Suddenly, Su Chen opens his eyes and swings the blade.
A majestic blade aura seems to envelop everything in front of him.
The grass and trees in the path of the blade have all been cut into two.
Even the hard rocks are easily sliced apart.
That previous blade seemed to possess the might of the Harmonious Valley Perfection Realm!
With his Initial Stage Essence Refinement strength, using this technique, he almost jumped two major realms.
At this moment, Su Chen breathes heavily without pause.
That blade exhausted all his strength, and his legs can barely stand.
With the strength of the Eighth Stage Essence Refinement Realm, he cannot casually use this Nine Heavens Divine Blade Formation.
Moreover, what he has practiced is the lowest-level first form, the Grand Heaven Blade Formation.
Although he has activated the Indomitable Spirit Divine Destiny, it still takes a while to recover his strength and be able to stand firm.
The might of the Grand Heaven Blade Formation can instantly slay great beasts.
If there are no surprises, it can even harm golden demons.
However, with his current strength realm, it is difficult to casually wield this technique.
With one use, his strength will be completely depleted.
Thinking of this, Su Chen takes out the Lin Family Blade Art to read.
This blade art, given to him by Senior Brother Lin Tian, is far inferior to the Nine Heavens Divine Blade Formation, but it is still quite useful in ordinary battles.
During the rest period, Su Chen begins to study the Lin Family Blade Art.
This blade art's techniques are relatively fast, and their might may be inferior to other blade arts.
But the ruthless and swift techniques somewhat make up for some of its shortcomings.
Recently, there haven't been any major issues on the frontlines.
Su Chen and Senior Brother Wu Yi, among others, often provide suggestions when inspecting the frontlines.
They point out places with demonic creature traces, where ambushes can be set up.
They also share information about the movements and plans of the demonic creatures.
Initially, everyone was still skeptical.
But after that night's bravery, the crowd has gained some trust in Su Chen.
(End of Chapter)
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