Chapter 156
“What… just happened?”
The remaining people looked at each other in confusion.
“Was that the sect master of the Spirit Sword Sect? Why did she suddenly take the princess away?”
Lin Wanqiu asked, puzzled.
Everyone turned their gaze to the Hanging Sword Elder.
As the person in charge of the Spirit Sword Sect here, he was the one to ask.
The Hanging Sword Elder also wore an awkward expression. He knew his sect master was deeply devoted to the way of the sword and had a pure heart, but she was perhaps too impulsive, taking the young girl away without even a word to them.
But.
He still had to explain this mess properly.
“Everyone, there’s no need to worry. The sect master has merely invited Princess Xiao to the Spirit Sword Sect as a guest to exchange insights on the way of the sword. There’s no danger.”
At this, he added:
“The sect master has comprehended the Great Perfection Sword Intent and is a powerhouse at the third level of the Nascent Soul Realm. For Princess Xiao to exchange cultivation insights with her can only be beneficial, not harmful. Everyone can rest assured.”
At this, the crowd finally felt slightly at ease.
But Ye Ruoshui still had reservations and said to Lin Wanqiu:
“Big Sister Lin, I want to go to the Spirit Sword Sect to find the princess.”
Hearing this, Lin Wanqiu thought for a moment, “That’s possible, but let’s ask the Medicine King when we return if he can accompany you.”
She wasn’t comfortable letting Ye Ruoshui travel alone.
Ye Ruoshui naturally had no objections.
In recent days, the Medicine King had been teaching her alchemy, and the two had become both teacher and friend, forming a bond that transcended age.
In the sky.
The sect master of the Beast Taming Sect, who had just arrived, wore an awkward expression.
By the time he arrived, Sheng Bailan had already made a grand entrance, suppressing the Dragon-Tiger Sect Master with a single sword strike.
Now that both Sheng Bailan and the princess of Xia Kingdom had left, should he also return?
At this moment, an elder of the Beast Taming Sect suggested:
“Sect Master, why not stay and form a good relationship with the people of Xia Kingdom? Although the princess has left, her relatives are still here.”
“Good idea!”
The Beast Taming Sect Master then descended from the sky and approached the crowd.
Seeing an unfamiliar old man appear, everyone looked puzzled.
Only the Old Ancestor recognized the Beast Taming Sect Master and stepped forward, cupping his hands in greeting:
“Sect Master of the Beast Taming Sect, what brings you here?”
Hearing this, the Beast Taming Sect Master laughed heartily and declared with great authority:
“I heard that the old fellow Dragon-Tiger Sect Master has been bullying the weak with his strength. I despise such people the most, so I rushed over… Where is that old thing, Dragon-Tiger Sect Master? Let this Sect Master teach him a lesson!”
Upon hearing these words, everyone’s faces lit up with joy.
It turned out that both the Spirit Sword Sect and the Beast Taming Sect were on their side.
“Senior, you’re a step too late. Sect Master Sheng has already repelled Dragon-Tiger Sect Master and taken my daughter to the Spirit Sword Sect,” the Emperor responded.
“Oh… I see…” the Beast Taming Sect Master said with a hearty laugh.
“Senior, if you don’t mind, would you like to visit the Xia Capital as our guest? Allow me to fulfill my duties as a host.”
I was waiting for you to say that!
The Beast Taming Sect Master smiled and said, “Since you are so kind, I shall not decline.”
After some exchanges, the people of Xia led the members of the Beast Taming Sect and the Spirit Sword Sect to the Xia Capital, where they feasted for several days, as expected.
During this time, Ye Ruoshui brought up the matter of going to the Spirit Sword Sect with the Hanging Sword Elder.
The Hanging Sword Elder did not refuse and invited Ye Ruoshui to accompany him.
…
Spirit Sword Sect.
In a secluded and tranquil courtyard.
Two ethereal figures darted back and forth across the yard, their sword energy crisscrossing and sword flowers dazzling.
A red and a white figure continuously clashed within the courtyard, the sound of their strikes echoing intensely.
Although they did not use spiritual power, their sword intent alone caused nearby branches to snap and leaves to fall.
Their robes fluttered in the wind, their hems swaying.
Their movements were bizarre, their strikes as fast as lightning, each move containing infinite mysteries, their sword energy sharp and fierce.
The two were locked in a fierce battle.
After a quarter of an hour.
The two figures finally stopped their fight.
The red and white figures stood facing each other.
“Princess Xiao, you are indeed strong. Without using spiritual power and relying solely on sword intent, you were able to fight me to a draw over a thousand moves. You truly have the qualifications to be my opponent.”
The woman in white spoke, her delicate features paired with a pair of beautiful eyes that narrowed slightly, exuding wisdom and an air of mystery, flickering with an unknown light.
“Thank you for the compliment, Senior.”
Xiao Minghuang smiled, knowing that Sheng Bailan had not exerted her full strength. Otherwise, given the other party’s comprehension of sword intent, she could have defeated her long ago.
However, after they had exchanged over a hundred moves, Xiao Minghuang gradually found her rhythm, and Sheng Bailan did not increase her effort, instead continuously testing her with moves until Xiao Minghuang could no longer hold on, at which point they stopped.
Xiao Minghuang was not surprised that her own sword intent was inferior to Sheng Bailan’s.
After all, her sword intent had been inherited through a direct transmission, while Sheng Bailan’s had been cultivated through her own efforts.
After a long period of contemplation, Sheng Bailan finally spoke:
“Princess Xiao, with your talent in the sword path, you might be able to cultivate the Earth-grade sword technique classic of the Spirit Sword Sect, 《Myriad Swords Return to the Ancestor Sword Technique》.”
Hearing this, Xiao Minghuang’s heart stirred, and she responded:
“Oh? What does the Sect Master mean by this?”
“《Myriad Swords Return to the Ancestor Sword Technique》 was left behind by the founding ancestor of the Spirit Sword Sect. With a single thought, myriad swords emerge, capable of cutting down the sun, moon, and stars. However, it only has the upper part, not the lower part, but even so, it is already a top-tier Earth-grade sword technique.”
“I have also cultivated this sword technique. In thirty years, I have only reached the level of four thousand swords. But with your talent, you will surely surpass me and reach the level of five thousand swords!”
As she spoke, Sheng Bailan stepped closer to Xiao Minghuang, almost pressing against her, her gaze intense and fixed on her.
Xiao Minghuang felt slightly uncomfortable under the scrutiny and instinctively took a step back.
“Senior, such a precious sword technique—I feel unworthy to receive it.”
“How could you be unworthy? I think you are very suitable.”
Sheng Bailan pressed on.
“My talent in the sword path is limited; I fear I may not be able to master this technique.”
Xiao Minghuang spoke honestly.
“Then you should just work harder at cultivating it!”
Sheng Bailan continued to press.
Hearing this, Xiao Minghuang took another step back.
“No, Senior, you suddenly want to give such a precious gift, and I feel very uneasy. If you have something to say, please speak directly. If I can do it, then I will accept your generous gift.”
Sheng Bailan showed a puzzled expression and said:
“I’ve said that I think you have great talent and the potential to master this sword technique, which is why I want to teach it to you. I have no other demands. If you don’t want it, then forget it. There’s no need to keep refusing!”
At this point, Sheng Bailan’s tone even carried a hint of irritation.
She had repeatedly extended her sincere invitation, only to be met with constant rebuttals.
In all these years, Princess Xiao was the first person who dared to do this.
At this point, Xiao Minghuang also vaguely sensed that something was off and instinctively summoned her system panel.
【Name: Sheng Bailan】
【Fate: Sword Heart Clear and Bright (Gold)】
【Realm: Nascent Soul Third Layer】
【This person possesses a heart dedicated to the sword path, pure and untainted, impervious to evil, undiminished by time.】
Translator: Glariosa
Editor: Ruu
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