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Chapter 63: Explosive Growth in Sword Technique Experience!
Chapter 63: Explosive Growth in Sword Technique Experience!
On this day, Jiang Ning spent his time practicing his sword technique, never once stopping.
Wang Jin came to visit him once during this time. Seeing Jiang Ning still practicing his sword technique, he shook his head and left. In Wang Jin's opinion, Jiang Ning had become too obsessed and was headed in the wrong direction. The intermediate martial art, although good, was not something that Jiang Ning could currently master.
Wang Jin believed that spending so much time on it would be a waste, as even with a great memory and insight, it would not make a difference. To master the Canglang Blade Technique, one needed a strong foundation, an understanding of the mysterious and wonderful aspects of essence force, a strong physique, and extremely high insight.
Controlling essence force and using it at will was a matter of martial arts technique, and even many Ninth Stage martial artists had not mastered this mysterious power. Many people lacked the necessary insight, making it impossible for them to grasp essence force, and thus, despite having ample martial arts resources, they would remain stuck at the Ninth Stage, unable to advance.
To reach the Eighth Stage, one had to internalize their muscles and significantly increase their strength, which could only be achieved by mastering essence force. It was even more challenging to skip the intermediate stage of condensing essence force and directly master the more difficult path of condensing stronger essence force through intermediate martial arts.
In Wang Jin's opinion, Jiang Ning had been practicing martial arts for too short a time and was still far from achieving this. However, Wang Jin did not intend to enlighten him. He believed that it was normal for young people, especially geniuses, to be arrogant. He had been similar when he was younger and understood that one had to learn from their mistakes.
Wang Jin had experience in teaching students and believed in adapting his teaching methods to each individual. So, he simply observed Jiang Ning for a moment before leaving. Jiang Ning, however, did not notice this, as he was too focused on his intense sword practice.
Without strength or a trump card, Jiang Ning felt insecure. If he could break through the Canglang Blade Technique, his sword skills would improve, and he would be able to truly master and unleash the power of two-fold essence force.
After resting and recovering his strength, Jiang Ning opened the book he carried with him and studied the technique of recognizing and deciphering texts, increasing his experience points in this skill. As for the Wild Ginseng, he did not hesitate to use it sparingly. Wild Ginseng was a valuable resource, and its true worth lay in being absorbed by the body.
In just one day, Jiang Ning had consumed a significant amount of Wild Ginseng, eating half a root in the morning and another half at noon, leaving him with only eight and a half roots by evening. The market value of the Wild Ginseng he had consumed in a single day was equivalent to the annual food expenses of three ordinary families.
This starkly illustrated the phrase "the poor study literature, while the rich practice martial arts." Although the cost was high, the gains were substantial. With the support of the Wild Ginseng's medicinal effects, Jiang Ning had practiced his sword technique almost obsessively throughout the day.
His sword technique experience points had increased significantly, and he was close to reaching the halfway point.
【Technique】: Canglang Blade Technique (Entry 43/100)
At this rate, Jiang Ning would be able to master the Canglang Blade Technique by the next day, allowing him to unleash two-fold essence force. Breaking through an intermediate martial art in just two days, from not even being at the entry level to reaching mastery, was an achievement that would shock people.
With such a powerful trump card, Jiang Ning felt confident that he could defeat Xu Yunfeng. In fact, he believed he could achieve even more impressive feats, as the explosive power of his martial arts would have a multiplier effect.
Just like in his previous life, an ordinary person could lift a 100-jin barbell with one arm.
As the sun began to set, a carriage came to a halt in front of the Canglang Martial Academy's main entrance.
"Elder Zheng, please wait a moment. I'll go in and fetch the fellow disciple!" A voice called out from within the carriage, belonging to Cheng Ran.
He swiftly opened the carriage curtain and leaped out.
A moment later, Cheng Ran burst into Jiang Ning's courtyard, shouting, "Disciple Jiang!"
Jiang Ning opened the main door of the house, his refreshed figure stepping out.
Having just finished his sword practice, he was feeling weary, so he took a shower.
He hadn't forgotten about the banquet scheduled for later that night.
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Upon seeing Jiang Ning, Cheng Ran smiled and said, "It seems Disciple Jiang is well-prepared!"
Jiang Ning chuckled, "Since I'm attending the banquet with Senior Brother Cheng, I can't possibly go there smelling like sweat."
"Should we set off now?" Cheng Ran asked.
"Wait a moment!" Jiang Ning said as he turned back into the house.
When he reappeared, he was holding an ebony longsword.
Seeing the pitch-black sword sheath and hilt in Jiang Ning's hand, Cheng Ran's eyes instantly revealed a look of astonishment.
"Where did Disciple Jiang get this sword?"
Jiang Ning explained, "I asked Master Wang for it, to carry with me for self-defense."
Upon hearing these words, Cheng Ran immediately understood.
He couldn't help but smile, "Disciple Jiang, you're being too cautious! With me by your side, even if we encounter Xu Yunfeng, he wouldn't dare to act recklessly!"
"I'm accompanied by a master. Not to mention he's merely an imperial inspector, at most he's only at the level of Vital Energy Perfection. In terms of strength, he might not even be my match!"
Jiang Ning smiled, "It's not that I don't trust Senior Brother Cheng, but having a weapon in hand always makes one feel more at ease."
"Then, as you wish!" Cheng Ran replied nonchalantly.
Suddenly, as if struck by a thought, Cheng Ran glanced at the longsword in Jiang Ning's hand.
"Disciple Jiang, may I borrow your sword for a look?"
"Take it, Senior Brother!" Jiang Ning tossed the ebony longsword towards Cheng Ran.
Cheng Ran quickly raised his hand to catch it.
Clang!
Holding the hilt with his right hand, he drew the sword from its sheath. The cold blade reflected a chilling light in his pupils, exuding a wintry aura.
"This sword is excellent!" Cheng Ran praised, "Judging from its patterns, it should be forged from nearly a hundredfold tempered iron."
Jiang Ning nodded, "Senior Brother's words are true. Master Wang told me the same!"
Hum!
Cheng Ran sheathed the sword, and as he did, the blade and sheath instantly produced a clear, melodious ringing sound.
As he returned the longsword to Jiang Ning, his mind couldn't help but recall a few days ago.
A few days ago, Xiao Peng had flaunted the weapon Master Wang had given him to practice sword techniques in front of everyone.
Previously, he had also taken a look at it from a distance, and the sword in Jiang Ning's hand at this moment seemed identical to the one he remembered.
With this thought, a bizarre notion sprang into Cheng Ran's mind.
Could it be that Disciple Jiang has become Master Wang Jin's direct disciple?
This... this can't be possible, right? In the next moment, Cheng Ran scoffed at himself.
I'm thinking too much!
Disciple Jiang has only practiced martial arts for a short time. How could he possibly pass Master Wang's test and become his direct disciple?
However, it's true that Disciple Jiang has earned Master Wang's favor, which is why he bestowed upon him a sword for self-defense!
After all, Master Wang couldn't possibly be unaware of the predicament Disciple Jiang is facing.
Fortunately, my aunt married into the Xie Family, and with their backing, I wouldn't dare to befriend Disciple Jiang otherwise.
It's unknown whether Disciple Jiang can overcome this hurdle.
Forget it!
Never mind!
(End of Chapter)
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