Chapter 157
Seeing Sheng Bailan’s panel, Xiao Minghuang finally understood.
The other party had not set a trap for her but genuinely wanted to gift her a profound sword technique.
“I really didn’t expect this…”
All along, it had been her who bestowed opportunities upon others, but this time, someone else was offering her an opportunity.
A sword heart clear and bright, pure and untainted—indeed, it would not deceive her.
Xiao Minghuang’s lips curled slightly, and a hint of a smile appeared in her eyes as she spoke softly:
“Senior, please don’t be angry. It was my misunderstanding earlier. May I now accept your swordsmanship?”
Hearing Xiao Minghuang agree to accept her swordsmanship, Sheng Bailan’s face finally showed a smile.
“Alright, since that’s the case, I will impart this classic swordsmanship to you.”
As soon as the words fell, Sheng Bailan extended her slender jade-like finger and pointed it between Xiao Minghuang’s eyebrows.
In the next second, Xiao Minghuang felt a new memory emerge in her mind.
The memory was brief, but it left her utterly astonished.
Because this memory was none other than the first half of the classic swordsmanship, 《The Myriad Swords Return to the Origin》.
As Xiao Minghuang observed it, her heart was filled with awe.
“Ten thousand energies arise naturally, the sword pierces through the wasted acupoints, returning to the origin of martial arts, the essence of long-lasting power.”
《The Myriad Swords Return to the Origin》 consisted of ten thousand swords, with every thousand swords representing a minor level.
However, the memory Sheng Bailan imparted to her only contained the first five thousand swords.
As she had mentioned, the latter half of this swordsmanship was not recorded even in the Spirit Sword Sect.
Even with just five thousand swords, its might was already boundless.
Compared to another high-grade Earth-tier swordsmanship she had cultivated, 《The Big Dipper Seven Stars Sword Technique》, this one far surpassed it!
It was important to know that the higher the tier of a martial art, the smaller the gap between them.
Above the Heaven-tier, the tier only measured the characteristics and universality of each martial art, without distinguishing whose power was greater or lesser.
Those suitable for most cultivators were ranked higher.
If she hadn’t cultivated 《The Purple Emperor’s Scripture》, mastering 《The Big Dipper Seven Stars Sword Technique》 would have been as difficult as ascending to the heavens.
Yet, 《The Myriad Swords Return to the Origin》 had no such stringent requirements; one only needed to dedicate oneself to sword practice.
Such an extraordinary swordsmanship, and Sheng Bailan was willing to gift it to her.
This gesture of goodwill moved Xiao Minghuang deeply.
Sheng Bailan noticed the changes in Xiao Minghuang’s expression, and a faint smile reappeared on her face.
This Xiao Minghuang was indeed an interesting girl.
Her talent was remarkable, and if she devoted herself to cultivation, her future achievements would surely surpass her own.
Such a person, who wouldn’t like her, right?
“Junior thanks Senior for your generosity.”
Xiao Minghuang composed herself and bowed solemnly.
“Hahaha, alright, alright, rise quickly!”
Sheng Bailan waved her hand with a smile, “No need for formalities. Since you’ve accepted the swordsmanship, cultivate it well. If you can bring glory to this swordsmanship in the future, that will be the greatest thanks to me!”
“Junior will certainly live up to Senior’s expectations!”
“Mm, I look forward to seeing your achievements!”
Xiao Minghuang nodded, then turned and left.
Sheng Bailan stood in place, watching her retreating figure. She had initially intended to return to her sword practice, but suddenly, a crisp female voice echoed in his mind.
【Ding! Detected successful gifting of opportunity. Obtained 《The Twin Swords Unite Sword Technique》. Would you like to acquire it?】
Sheng Bailan was momentarily stunned, her mind filled with confusion.
Of course, she had no idea where this voice came from, but upon hearing that she could obtain a swordsmanship, as someone with a clear sword heart, she didn’t hesitate much and immediately agreed.
“Acquire!”
In the next moment.
An ancient golden tome appeared in his hand, as if conjured out of thin air.
On the cover of the golden tome, four large characters were clearly written:
《The Twin Swords Unite Sword Technique》!
A brand-new, unheard-of, and unseen novel swordsmanship!
Although its tier wasn’t specified, it was undoubtedly at least Earth-tier or above!
Even the celestial steps were not beyond reach!
Sheng Bailan picked up the golden manual and opened the first page, which read:
“Man and sword as one, man replacing sword, dual swords united, peerless under heaven!”
At this moment, Sheng Bailan’s heart was filled with excitement, pounding fiercely in her chest.
This feeling was akin to a child finally obtaining their most desired toy—thrilling, exhilarating, and indescribably anticipatory.
As she read on, Sheng Bailan realized that this was not merely a sword technique but a comprehensive martial arts system encompassing martial skills, divine abilities, sword techniques, and secret arts. Moreover, it was remarkably easy to begin; one only needed to imagine oneself as a sword.
After finishing, Sheng Bailan’s heart burned with fervor.
What she needed most now was a powerful sword technique!
She had been stuck at the Great Accomplishment level of sword intent for ten years, unable to step onto the threshold of Perfect Sword Intent.
The content of this sword technique perfectly matched what she was currently lacking.
She had a feeling that as long as she could cultivate the “Dual Swords United Technique” to the introductory level, it would loosen the barrier to her Perfect Sword Intent.
Thinking of this, Sheng Bailan could no longer contain herself, eagerly wanting to practice this sword technique and urgently desiring to find someone to test it with.
The reason for finding someone to test it with was due to the unique nature of this technique.
The “Dual Swords United Technique” explicitly stated at the beginning that this technique required “man and sword as one, man replacing sword, dual swords united” to be peerless under heaven.
In other words, she had to imagine herself as a sword and unite with another person who also imagined themselves as a sword to truly cultivate this technique.
Moreover, the technique required that the sword path level of the person she united with could not be too low; it had to be at a similar or equivalent level.
Within the Spirit Sword Sect, there were quite a few people who had reached the level of sword intent.
Among the elders, seven had reached the embryonic level of sword intent, two had reached the Small Accomplishment level, but none had reached the Great Accomplishment level.
However, the technique only required reaching a neighboring level of sword path to perform the dual swords union.
Yet, Sheng Bailan felt a sense of aversion when she thought of the aged faces of those elders.
Involuntarily, a strikingly beautiful face appeared in her mind.
Xiao Minghuang!
The corners of her mouth couldn’t help but curve upwards slightly.
She hadn’t known Xiao Minghuang for long, but this young girl had excellent talent and a very likable personality; she quite liked this junior.
But to be as sincere and open as the technique described would be somewhat too embarrassing.
After all, they had just met today.
Thinking of this, her eyebrows couldn’t help but furrow.
This matter, she would have to consider it further!
But!
With such an excellent sword technique in hand, yet unable to test it, she felt as if a kitten was scratching at her heart, making it impossible to endure.
“If it really comes to it, I’ll just knock her out tonight and then…”
Sheng Bailan’s thoughts began to spin rapidly, and after some consideration, she decided to proceed this way.
Her lips couldn’t help but curl into a faint smile, carrying an indescribable meaning.
Although this approach might seem a bit unfair, it was ultimately for the sake of the sword path. Even if Xiao Minghuang found out, she wouldn’t resist.
Moreover, this would benefit both of them. Perhaps it could even help them both achieve a perfect understanding of sword intent?
Translator: Glariosa
Editor: Ruu
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