Everlasting Renown Chapter 325: Proposal? Guiding Lin Qingying (Part 2) - Novel Cool

Chapter 325: Proposal? Guiding Lin Qingying (Part 2)

Chapter 325: Proposal? Guiding Lin Qingying (Part 2)

The Sword Saint's personal presence in the hundred battles pushed the atmosphere to its peak.

A million Outer Sect Disciples were boiling with excitement. Given their status, it was extremely rare for them to witness the Sword Ancestor Sanctuary's strongest side. They only occasionally had the chance to listen to the Sage's teachings.

Many Inner Gate Prodigies also had serious, passionate, and excited expressions. If they could showcase their talents and earn the Sword Saint's favor, they might have a chance to receive his teachings.

However, the most dazzling person at the moment was a Holy Maiden standing before the Sword Saint.

Bian Ruxue.

As the youngest Holy Maiden, she had been the focus of attention ever since she arrived at the Sword Ancestor Sanctuary. Now, she stood obediently before the Sword Saint, her exquisitely beautiful face revealing a touch of calmness and vitality, making countless people envious and resentful.

Being able to directly study under the Sword Saint was a top-tier background among the many Holy Sons and Holy Maidens!

As the announcement was made and the Top 100 selection began, three groups of combatants soon appeared for the first round.

Two groups consisted of Inner Gate Prodigies facing off against each other, while the third group saw an Inner Gate Prodigy facing a Holy Son.

This Holy Son was none other than Li Hao's acquaintance, Wuheng Holy Son.

Previously, during the Sword Cliff Fishing, Li Hao and Qiu Wuheng had met, but they only exchanged a few casual words and didn't become close.

Li Hao knew that Qiu Wuheng had used the Fishing to comprehend Sword Intent, making him extremely powerful.

As the Holy Son stepped onto the stage, most of the attention shifted towards him.

After twenty days of continuous battles, this was the first time the Holy Sons and Holy Maidens were about to show their strength.

The Inner Gate Prodigy facing Qiu Wuheng was Luo Cheng, a successful defender in the previous matches, with a very prominent reputation among the Inner Disciples.

As the Arena Array condensed, the battle began instantly.

Compared to Qiu Wuheng's calm demeanor, Luo Cheng's eyes were filled with cold arrogance. However, he didn't take it lightly and immediately summoned Heaven and Earth Power, simultaneously activating his previously hidden Ultimate Realm!

"It's the Divine Power Ultimate Realm, and that vortex is the Heaven and Earth Pulse!"

The million Outer Sect Disciples in the audience all exclaimed in surprise. The Ultimate Realm was the aspiration of the Outer Sect Disciples.

After building up his Physical Body Power and Heaven and Earth Pulse, Luo Cheng erupted, his body vanishing as if by teleportation!

Netherwasteland Extreme Realm!

This scene made the six Semi-Saints in the audience narrow their eyes slightly.

Mastering the Netherwasteland Extreme Realm provided ample self-preservation capabilities, and few below the Semi-Saint level could detect it!

At this point, the battle came down to mutual calculation and prediction.

Pfft!

The moment Luo Cheng reappeared through Netherwast Teleportation, he appeared beside Qiu Wuheng, not behind him, and slashed with a sudden, fierce strike, tearing Qiu Wuheng's shoulder. This was only due to Qiu Wuheng's quick reaction and swift evasion; otherwise, half his body would have been gone!

The initial clash left the Holy Son injured, causing the million Disciples in the audience to gasp in shock.

After a brief pause, Luo Cheng disappeared again through Netherwast Teleportation, reappearing in front of Qiu Wuheng with another vicious and fierce strike.

The Sword Light aimed directly at Qiu Wuheng's head, but Qiu Wuheng reacted quickly, turning his head slightly at the last moment, causing the Sword Light to only graze his cheek.

Luo Cheng's face turned cold, and he teleported a third time, appearing above Qiu Wuheng. Each of his attack angles was extremely precise.

This strike seemed capable of splitting the earth, but surprisingly, Qiu Wuheng managed to dodge by slightly turning his body.

Luo Cheng's eyes widened in shock.

His body suddenly retreated, creating distance.

Outside the arena, Li Hao saw the Thousand Threads Sword Intent coalescing within the arena and shook his head, knowing that Luo Cheng was about to lose unless he had another trick up his sleeve.

"Qiu Wuheng has achieved mastery in Sword Intent!"

"Thousand Threads Sword—Luo Cheng doesn't realize he's already ensnared by the Sword Intent."

"Using Sword Intent to barely track Netherwast Teleportation, the other Holy Sons will have to be cautious when facing him in battle!"

Semi-Saints like Yaizu, who were watching from the sidelines, also showed a mix of concern and admiration in their eyes.

Being able to barely capture the Ultimate Realm with Sword Intent is truly terrifying.

At that moment, the million Outer Sect Disciples outside the arena were cheering loudly for Luo Cheng.

Pressing the Holy Son to the brink, he was too powerful.

Swoosh!

Luo Cheng's fourth Netherwast Teleportation appeared, once again aiming directly at Qiu Wuheng.

But as his figure materialized, Qiu Wuheng suddenly drew his sword. The rusted, unsheathed sword at his waist was flung out, its rust shaking off with a loud thud, and it pierced straight through Luo Cheng's body.

With one strike, he was impaled on the blade!

The cheers from the crowd below were abruptly silenced, as if their throats had been cut. Everyone's eyes widened in disbelief.

Just moments ago, Luo Cheng was on the offensive, and now he was impaled!

"You..."

Luo Cheng noticed the faint lines on his body and immediately recognized his opponent's reputation. His face darkened.

Qiu Wuheng's arm trembled as he retracted his sword, his eyes remaining as calm as when he first stepped onto the stage, showing no emotion.

Luo Cheng knew that his opponent had held back. Otherwise, the follow-up attacks after the initial strike would have been too much for him to handle.

"I concede."

Luo Cheng bowed his head, his face contorted with discomfort. Was this the true strength of a Holy Son?

What frustrated him was that Qiu Wuheng hadn't even used the Ultimate Realm, yet he had been defeated by Sword Intent alone!

As the victor was declared, the million Disciples in the crowd gradually came to their senses, all filled with shock.

At that moment, someone realized that Qiu Wuheng hadn't used the Ultimate Realm at all, and hadn't truly exerted his full power!

"Too strong, this is the power of a Holy Son?"

"Defeating an Ultimate Realm with just normal strength, this is too outrageous, I don't even understand it!"

"I noticed something was off earlier. Wuheng Holy Son didn't use Return to the Abyss to dodge, which means he probably didn't want to reveal his abilities."

"Why didn't Wuheng Holy Son use Return to the Abyss to dodge and then counterattack? He was injured and looked so embarrassed earlier."

"Embarrassed? Injuries are nothing to be embarrassed about. Didn't you see that Wuheng Holy Son's injuries have already healed?"

"But winning like this isn't very graceful. He had a chance to win without any injuries."

"Can grace put food on the table? Do you think Holy Sons are here to show off? They are seasoned warriors, and they will use any means necessary to win. Winning is the ultimate grace!"

The crowd buzzed with discussion, all feeling the terrifying power of the Holy Son.

Qiu Wuheng turned and left the stage. The other Holy Sons and Holy Maidens, gathered in another area, also looked serious.

Only a few of them remained calm and unperturbed.

Lin Qing Ying's eyes flickered with contemplation. The opponent's Sword Intent was somewhat similar to her Utmost Softness Sword Intent, but there were significant differences. If they were to meet, she wasn't sure if she could win.

In this battle, Qiu Wuheng only revealed his Sword Art, yet he still managed to instill a sense of oppression in many.

As the stage cleared, new combatants quickly took their places.

After several more battles, another Holy Son was chosen to face an Inner Gate Prodigy.

This time, the Inner Gate Disciple had not yet mastered the Netherwasteland Extreme Realm, but he possessed the Divine Power, Heaven and Earth Pulse, and Soul Spirit Ultimate Realms. After displaying all three, the Holy Son used Netherwast Teleportation to easily defeat him with a single strike.

This easy victory made many realize that in the face of the Netherwasteland Extreme Realm, other Ultimate Realms seemed weak.

After all, there was no way to track him, and he moved without a trace, leaving only passive defense. Trying to counterattack was futile, as he was always out of reach.

Li Hao watched these battles, recalling the Six Dao Law Realm existence he had slain in the Great Yu Imperial Palace. One of them had also mastered the Netherwasteland Extreme Realm and was likely a top genius of the Inner Gate.

At the time, he was still in the Great Peace Dao Realm and had to exert great effort, ultimately relying on the Heavenly Sovereign Will to defeat him. Now, he wouldn't have to go through such trouble.

The intense battles continued, with over twenty more matches. The Holy Sons and Holy Maidens all took their turns, and without exception, they all emerged victorious.

Some won with a single, effortless strike, while others faced formidable Inner Gate top geniuses who had mastered the Netherwasteland Extreme Realm. These battles required more effort and were considered more embarrassing.

Soon, Lin Qing Ying also made her move. Her Channeling Qi seemed to have run out of luck, as her opponent turned out to be a Holy Son!

Nearly halfway through the competition, this was the first time a Holy Son and a Holy Maiden were facing off. The moment this matchup was drawn, the atmosphere in the arena instantly heated up.

In previous matches, they hadn't seen a Holy Son or Holy Maiden pushed to their limits. Now, with this clash of the dragon and phoenix, there was clearly a chance to witness it.

All the disciples were extremely curious about the limits of these Top Geniuses from the Sword Ancestor Sanctuary. They wondered just how far these geniuses could go.

Lin Qing Ying frowned slightly, not expecting to have to use her True Energy so soon.

Revealing her strength prematurely would make it easier for others to probe her, putting her at a disadvantage in later battles. But there was nothing she could do about it now.

"Oh no, how unlucky is Qing Ying?"

"Qing Ying must win this!"

Beside Li Hao, Lin Shanhai and the other Alchemists were pounding their thighs in frustration, lamenting that drawing a Holy Son in the points battle was terribly unlucky!

At this moment, Lin Qing Ying and the Dragon Slayer Holy Son she had drawn both descended onto the battle platform.

They exchanged a distant glance, both aware of each other's situations. The Dragon Slayer Holy Son wore a regretful expression.

"Who would have thought we'd face each other so soon? Well, it's a good opportunity to warm up before my battle with Hao Yue."

This statement sent a shockwave through the audience. Some were stunned that the Dragon Slayer Holy Son would dare speak so arrogantly to a Holy Maiden. He was truly overbearing.

Lin Qing Ying's expression remained indifferent, and she said nothing. She simply slowly drew her sword and held it firmly.

As the array locked down, the battle began.

The Dragon Slayer Holy Son's eyes turned cold. He drew his sword but did not charge forward. Instead, he walked step by step toward Lin Qing Ying.

This stance seemed almost mundane, but the disciples in the audience knew that even a feather landing on the platform would instantly trigger a massive eruption of power.

Lin Qing Ying and the Dragon Slayer Holy Son were both building up their momentum. When the Dragon Slayer Holy Son stepped within ten zhang, Lin Qing Ying's eyes narrowed slightly.

At that moment, the Dragon Slayer Holy Son vanished in an instant, using the Netherwasteland Extreme Realm!

Pang!

Suddenly, a roar like that of a dragon echoed, and the crimson Golden Divine Sword in the Dragon Slayer Holy Son's hand erupted with a deafening whistling sound. It appeared above Lin Qing Ying's head and slashed down with a powerful strike!

In the split second after he vanished, Lin Qing Ying also disappeared, reappearing behind the Dragon Slayer Holy Son. Her green sword swung softly, like a gentle cloud sleeve.

But in an instant, the energy of Heaven and Earth around her transformed into a sword aura, piercing out violently.

The Dragon Slayer Holy Son abruptly turned, slashing his Sword Light, seemingly anticipating Lin Qing Ying's position.

The green and golden Sword Lights met, but instead of the expected violent explosion, the crimson golden Sword Light seemed to strike a cushion, sinking into it. Then, Lin Qing Ying's body radiated with golden divine power, and her arm burst forth with energy.

However, the power she released was like a golden mist, soft and diffused, enveloping the Dragon Slayer Holy Son in a glow of light.

The Dragon Slayer Holy Son's expression changed, and he used Netherwast Teleportation to disappear and reappear behind Lin Qing Ying.

But this time, Lin Qing Ying didn't choose to return to the abyss. Instead, she turned softly, and in the instant the Dragon Slayer Holy Son's Sword Light pierced through, her turn seemed intentional or unintentional, allowing the sword to pass between her arm and waist. Her own Sword Light, like golden flames, brushed across his face.

With a few pu sounds, the Dragon Slayer Holy Son's face was torn as if by a blade, instantly burning several holes, blood trickling down.

"Damn it!"

The Dragon Slayer Holy Son was both shocked and angry, a domineering cold light flashing in his eyes. His Sword Dao carried an imperial aura, accumulated from slaying dragons and cultivating Sword Intent. At this moment, it emitted a Sword Dao intimidation, making him seem like a magnificent god-emperor standing in the arena.

Even with the array blocking the effects, the disciples in the audience could feel the intimidation, a sense of awe and fear that made them want to kneel and worship.

Lin Qing Ying's eyes wavered slightly, affected by the intimidation, but her Utmost Softness Sword Dao was like a gentle breeze, allowing the intimidation to pass through her as if she were untouchable.

Whoosh!

Her Sword Intent flowed like water, swiftly slicing through the air. Though it appeared soft and gentle, it directly Pierced Through the Dragonslayer Holy Son’s overpowering strike, tearing a new Scar across his waist.

"Utmost Softness Sword Dao, Utmost Softness Sword, indeed is a formidable opponent."

On another sacred platform, over a dozen Holy Sons and Holy Maidens watched the battle intently. They all recognized that Lin Qing Ying’s Sword Intent had Cultivated to near Perfection.

In contrast, the Dragonslayer Holy Son, though his imperial might was formidable, was somewhat restrained by Lin Qing Ying’s Utmost Softness.

Boom!

Suddenly, a majestic Dharma Image materialized on the battle platform, clearly resembling the Dragonslayer Holy Son. Clad in a white-gold robe and wielding a massive sword, he appeared like a divine emperor.

His imposing aura even caused the mist atop the mountain to ripple.

"Heaven and Earth Dharma Body, it’s the Ascension Ultimate Realm!"

The disciples exclaimed in shock. The Heaven and Earth Dharma Body is the Third Extreme Realm, also known as the Ascension Ultimate Realm, because only by reaching this Ultimate Realm can one Ascend!

The ability to condense the Third Extreme Realm is a testament to his status as a world-class prodigy, with a heart that can encompass the heavens and earth, and a spirit that commands the universe.

As the Dharma Image manifested, the Dragonslayer Holy Son’s eyes flashed with murderous rage. He had originally planned to save these techniques for his battle against Haoyue, but now he had to use them early.

"Sword Emperor Infinite, Heaven and Earth Sword of Boundless Might!"

The Dragonslayer Holy Son roared, his Dharma Image merging with his own form. He raised his Divine Sword, and the Dao Domain expanded to 21 layers!

With each layer, the Sword Qi within the Dao Domain surged, and as the sword swung down, the entire battle platform was filled with Sword Qi.

If they were in an open field, the Netherwasteland Extreme Realm could allow for easy escape, but on this platform, even Netherwasteland Teleportation couldn’t provide long-term concealment. One would inevitably reappear and face the indiscriminate attack!

This was why the battle platform was established, to limit the range and prevent endless teleportation, which could prolong the battle indefinitely.

Faced with the overwhelming Sword Qi from all directions, Lin Qing Ying transformed into a green light, suddenly performing a Return to the Abyss flash. But she wasn’t retreating; instead, she was closing in on the Dragonslayer Holy Son.

Her Sword Light rose, and a sound like a tidal wave echoed through the air.

Immediately, an endless surge of waves swept in, embodying both Utmost Softness and Utmost Hardness!

Soft enough to penetrate the smallest of gaps, and once inside, it became the sharpest of Sword Qi.

Pfft, pfft, pfft, pfft!

Lin Qing Ying’s Sword Qi erupted in a wide range, enveloping the Dragonslayer Holy Son. The tidal wave of Sword Intent surged, piercing through his Dharma Image and Dao Domain, and slicing through his body, leaving trails of Blood Fog.

"You!"

The Dragonslayer Holy Son was shocked, his eyes filled with rage. Despite his severe injuries, he suddenly brought his sword down with a forceful strike.

Lin Qing Ying’s expression changed slightly, and she raised her sword. The strike seemed to press down the entire landscape, and with a loud boom, it sent his body flying.

With a spurt of blood, Lin Qing Ying coughed, her face pale. She quickly teleported, manifesting as an intense green light, and suddenly pierced through the Dragonslayer Holy Son’s Dharma Image.

The Sword Qi on the battlefield subsided, and the imperial Dharma Image dissipated. The Dragonslayer Holy Son’s face was ashen as he looked at the Sword Light in his chest. His eyes reflected a mix of despair, unwillingness, and self-directed anger.

Lin Qing Ying withdrew her sword, glanced at him once, and then turned and left.

The battle was over, and the outcome was clear.

A million Outer Sect Disciples, including most Inner Disciples, hadn’t seen how Lin Qing Ying had dispersed the Dharma Image. They were all stunned by how the intense battle had ended so quickly.

However, the dozen or so Holy Sons and Holy Maidens on the sacred platform had grave expressions.

They all saw that the sword strike was so gentle it seemed to merge with the space itself, making it incredibly terrifying!

With Lin Qing Ying's return to the Holy Platform, many of the Holy Sons and Holy Maidens turned their gazes toward her, their expressions solemn.

Li Hao, seeing Lin Qing Ying win, heaved a sigh of relief. Her opponent's Sword Intent had some minor flaws, yet she still managed to win. Fortunately, her opponent's Sword Intent was even more brittle, full of imperial arrogance but lacking the true overbearing power of an emperor.

The imperial aura cultivated by slaying the Dragon Race was ultimately still somewhat weak.

A true imperial aura should be one of supreme dominance, where even the sages would bow their heads in respect.

Li Hao shook his head slightly. This battle had been quite dangerous for Lin Qing Ying. When the opportunity arises, he would help her refine her Sword Dao issues.

As Li Hao pondered this, Yaizu and the other six Semi-Saints also smiled. The prowess of the Holy Sons and Holy Maidens from the Sword Ancestor Sanctuary brought them a sense of satisfaction.

Even after activating five Ultimate Realms, the Dragon Slayer Holy Son still suffered defeat, his loss a result of the insufficiency of his Sword Dao, whereas Lin Qing Ying, despite not unveiling her Heaven and Earth Dharma Body, possessed a Sword Intent nearing perfection, thereby earning her reputation as a Sword Dao prodigy seen only once in a millennium.

The battles on the platform continued. With the second round of attacks, points accumulated, and Qiu Wuheng and Lin Qing Ying were once again selected to face their opponents, both Inner Disciples, and they won easily.

In addition, there were two more pairs of Holy Son-level battles. One of them was a fierce and intense clash, both combatants activating their five Ultimate Realms and their Heaven and Earth Dharma Bodies, engaging in a sword fight on the platform that lasted half an hour, ultimately ending with a brutal victory for one side.

This battle left many disciples shouting in excitement and awe. These Holy Sons and Holy Maidens seemed to all possess Heaven and Earth Dharma Bodies.

Five Ultimate Realms seemed to be the standard for Holy Sons!

The remaining differences in strength would depend on their Dao Domains, Dao Bodies, and other factors.

The other Holy Son-level battle, however, ended quickly.

"Hao Yue Holy Son actually defeated the Purple Sun Holy Son with a single crescent moon slash. That's too strong!"

"I heard he cultivates the Sun and Moon Sword Technique, seeking the great harmony of Heaven and Earth, where the sun and moon are eternal."

"You guys don't know, but Hao Yue Holy Son stands alone among the Holy Sons and Holy Maidens. I heard his Dao Domain reached thirty layers thirty years ago!"

"Thirty layers of Dao Domain? No way!"

"What's more, Hao Yue Holy Son is a natural Sun and Moon Sword Body, born with the Sword Qi of both the sun and moon within him, a clear Reincarnation of a Sage, and with naturally opened Yin-Yang Dual Meridians!"

"… Compared to Hao Yue Holy Son, I, with my natural Yang Meridian, feel like a stray dog."

Seeing Hao Yue Holy Son's move, the faces of many other Holy Sons and Holy Maidens turned solemn. The Purple Sun Holy Son's Heaven and Earth Dharma Body, Netherwasteland Extreme Realm, was severed by a single crescent moon slash from Hao Yue Holy Son.

Even the Netherwasteland Extreme Realm was bypassed by his technique, making it difficult to fathom and quite terrifying!

"Hao Yue Holy Son is too strong. I heard he was the standout among Holy Sons thirty years ago, and now, after those thirty years, his Sword Techniques have become even more formidable."

Beside Li Hao, Lin Shanhai and the other Alchemists were also discussing.

Though they usually only focused on alchemy, they were well-informed about various gossip and news.

"Defeating a Holy Son with a single sword strike. If Qing Ying were to face him, she should just concede to preserve her strength and aim for second place."

Zhao Yingzhen, with a worried expression, suggested to Lin Shanhai.

Lin Shanhai's eyes were filled with concern. He thought the same, but he knew his granddaughter's temperament. Retreat to aim for second place? She appeared gentle and agreeable, but deep down, she was extremely proud and would never lower her head!

The battles on the platform continued, and Yuwen Haoyue, with his tall figure and golden-tinged eyes, approached Lin Qing Ying.

"So, have you thought it over? Will you marry me?"

Yuwen Haoyue stood before Lin Qing Ying, his words shocking.

When they heard his words, the dozen or so Holy Sons and Holy Maidens were all taken aback, exchanging glances before turning their gaze to Lin Qing Ying.

Yuwen Haoyue was actually courting Lin Qing Ying?

This was shocking news, and they had only just found out.

"I don't wish to practice swordsmanship with you, nor do I want to sever my emotions for the sake of your grand vision of Heaven and Earth unity. Please find someone more suitable, for I will not accompany you in this."

Lin Qing Ying frowned, her expression cold as she spoke.

A hint of golden light flashed in Yuwen Haoyue's eyes as he gazed at her. "Your Utmost Softness Sword Dao is a minor path. If you submit to me, once I Ascend, I will choose a path of Sainthood Immersion for you as a reward, and it will be my betrothal gift to you!"

Hearing their conversation, the other Holy Sons and Holy Maidens' eyes flickered with realization. No wonder, at their level, their hearts were devoted to the sword, and even if they had other emotions, they were few. Weighing the benefits, they often chose to let go.

For the Hao Yue Holy Son to court Lin Qing Ying was clearly a losing proposition. After all, Lin Qing Ying had her own Sword Dao and would not easily agree. This pursuit was bound to be fruitless, if not even more troublesome. But now, hearing their conversation, it made sense.

The promise of an Ascension path as a betrothal gift made the eyes of the other Holy Maidens flicker. Some showed no reaction, but others' eyes sparkled with interest.

In the end, the ultimate goal of cultivation was Ascension, eternal existence!

Though they were also Holy Sons and prodigies with their own pride, it was clear that Yuwen Haoyue was indeed much stronger than them.

"My Sword Dao is not a minor path, and even if it were, I would cultivate it into a Great Dao!"

Lin Qing Ying's eyes grew even colder when she sensed his disdain for her Sword Dao. "Don't force me to draw my sword now!"

Yuwen Haoyue's brow furrowed slightly, and a cold glint appeared in his eyes. "We'll see about that!"

With that, he turned and walked back to his position without another word.

Lin Qing Ying's face remained cold, and she turned away, ignoring him.

Their conversation was sealed within the holy platform, so it didn't spread. Apart from the dozen or so Holy Sons and Holy Maidens, the disciples below were still focused on the intense battles on the arena.

Li Hao, seated on the floating seats, noticed this exchange but couldn't hear what was said due to the barrier. He only saw that Lin Qing Ying's expression was not pleasant.

As the endurance and combat prowess competition continued for two days, the points battle finally came to an end.

Lin Qing Ying fought five times and won all of them, securing her place in the Top 16.

The other thirteen Holy Sons and Holy Maidens also made it into the Top 16, with no one being eliminated prematurely.

In addition to the fourteen Holy Sons and Holy Maidens, there were two top Inner Gate prodigies with exceptional combat prowess. They had only narrowly lost to the other Holy Sons and Holy Maidens in their previous matches.

The Top 16 battles would take place the next day.

After the prolonged battles, many disciples were tired, their brains swollen from absorbing too much information. They needed to return and digest what they had seen.

Li Hao also returned with Lin Shanhai and the other alchemists, not seeking out the Sword Master Fishing that day.

When they returned to the Alchemy Academy, Li Hao saw that Lin Qing Ying had already arrived back at the courtyard, sitting cross-legged in her usual spot with her sword resting on her legs.

After a moment's thought, Li Hao approached her. "I watched your battles today; they were very impressive and powerful."

Lin Qing Ying kept her eyes closed, seemingly indifferent, and didn't respond.

Li Hao continued, "But some of your movements could be more graceful. I'd like to draw them out for you to see. What do you think?"

Lin Qing Ying opened her eyes. The last time Li Hao had pointed out the flaws in her Sword Dao, he had used a similar excuse about gracefulness. Could her Sword Intent still have flaws?

She looked at Li Hao, scrutinizing him for a moment, then asked, "What about your own Sword Art? Haven't you been cultivating it? I heard you passed Yaizu's test and entered the inner circle within ten days. Your Sword Dao talent is considered top among the Inner Disciples. Don't you plan to cultivate it?"

"How do you know about that?"

Li Hao was surprised. He hadn't broadcast his success in Yaizu's test, and few others knew about it.

Lin Qing Ying's brow furrowed slightly as she withdrew her gaze, then said calmly, "If you want to draw, go ahead."

Li Hao had both Sword Dao talent and artistic skills, so it made sense that he could depict the flaws in her Sword Dao.

Seeing her agreement, Li Hao immediately fetched a painting board. He thought for a moment, considering the increasing frequency of battles and the possibility of encountering extremely strong opponents. He decided to draw out all the flaws in her Sword Dao in one go.

(End of Chapter)

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