Great Immortal With Boundless Mana

Chapter 228: The Path of Sword Cultivation

"Shui Yuying has a narrow mind. After you repeatedly lose face to her, she definitely won't let it go easily. Don't go out easily before the ceremony..." Yun Qiushui was afraid that Gao Xian would be careless, so he solemnly reminded him, "She is a Gold Core cultivator."

The four words "Gold Core cultivator" already carry enough weight.

Gao Xian nodded, "I understand the importance."

Yun Qiushui didn't say much more. Reminders are a matter of goodwill, but saying too much would become a lesson and might even be disliked by others.

He believed that Gao Xian was a smart person and understood the importance and severity of the situation. As for Gao Xian's desire to try Shui Yuying, he didn't bring it up again. But the meaning behind his words was already clear.

Perhaps Gao Xian had some secret techniques or special means, and he was confident that he could handle a Gold Core cultivator in bed.

Yun Qiushui held a skeptical attitude towards this. A Gold Core cultivator's divine sense, magical power, qi, and blood are condensed into a pill, unbreakable like gold, flawless and complete. Even Nascent Soul cultivators wouldn't dare claim that they could easily suppress a Gold Core cultivator. With Gao Xian's cultivation level, as long as Shui Yuying had a bit of strength left, it would be enough to kill Gao Xian. The risk involved was simply too great.

Of course, Gao Xian understood the meaning hidden in Yun Qiushui's words. He couldn't possibly say that he had killed a third-stage demonic beast, possessed a Vajra Staff, Lan Jie, and the Crimson Dragon Swallowing Moon technique, and could even add some more...

Instead, he asked, "Is the 'Taiwei Feixian Sword Scripture' a secret technique of your sect? It sounds very powerful..."

Yun Qiushui smiled, "There's nothing that can't be said about this. The foundation of our sect's inheritance is actually the 'Taiwei Zixiao Qingyun Thirty-Six Volumes'. The 'Xuanxiao Nine Techniques' of your Yun Sect is derived from the Xuanxiao Volume in the Thirty-Six Volumes."

"Shui Yuying also cultivates a secret technique from the Xuanxiao Volume called the 'Xuanming Yin Qi True Technique'. Its Yin Qi is like the vast abyss of darkness, vast and cold, and it is an extremely superior method."

He added, "The so-called Xuanming Sect actually originated from this Xuanming True Technique. After thousands of years of supplementation and improvement, the Xuanming Sect has also embarked on a different path based on the Xuanming True Technique."

"It is because Shui Yuying cultivates the Xuanming Yin Qi True Technique and has a deep connection with the Xuanming Sect that Yin Lihua would be with her. Yin Lihua can also be considered her junior, but I don't know if this woman will take action against her junior."

Yun Qiushui suddenly laughed, "Shui Yuying's character is widely recognized as very poor!"

Gao Xian listened attentively. The secret techniques of the Qingyun Sect were so powerful that even the Yun Sect only obtained a part of the Xuanxiao Volume, and the Xuanming Sect was the same.

From this perspective, the thirty-six sects under the Qingyun Sect all have clear inheritance relationships.

It is precisely because of these relationships that the Qingyun Sect and the thirty-six sects can form a loose but stable connection.

Ultimately, the inheritance of secret techniques is the foundation of the cultivator's world.

Gao Xian had a deep understanding of this and realized that the sect system was established in this way.

He curiously asked, "I heard that we are all under the jurisdiction of Wanfeng County, but I don't know if there is any relationship with Wanfeng County?"

Yun Qiushui shook his head, "Wanfeng County's Soul Formation Daojun, Yue Wanfeng, comes from a branch of the ordinary Wanfeng Sect. He gradually rose from the bottom and eventually replaced the original Soul Formation Daojun to become the lord of the county. We don't have much relationship with him.

"But it doesn't matter, the other thirty-five paths have nothing to do with this Dao Lord. Yue Wanfeng wholeheartedly pursues the Dao and treats everyone equally. Although he governs with inaction, the governance of Wanfeng County is quite peaceful."

When Yun Qiushui mentioned "wholeheartedly pursuing the Dao," he smiled at Gao Xian.

Gao Xian also smiled. He definitely pursued the Dao wholeheartedly, but sometimes his path differed.

"A person like the Dao Lord is like a celestial being in the sky to us. Not to mention touching them, we find it difficult to understand their thoughts and intentions."

Yun Qiushui's eyes revealed a look of admiration. "We cultivators walk a long path on the Great Dao. People like the Dao Lord are like mountains ahead on the path, reminding us that the Great Dao is long and the scenery ahead is even better..."

"Wonderful," Gao Xian sincerely praised. "Fellow Daoist's words are concise and profound, worth three big cups, but unfortunately, there is no wine."

Yun Qiushui was also very happy. He had some insights but couldn't find anyone to talk to. Even if he found someone to talk to, he might not resonate with them, and even if he resonated with them, they might not give him a satisfactory response.

Coincidentally, Gao Xian was there, and a few words scratched his itch, making him inexplicably delighted.

He untied the wine gourd at his waist and took out two wine cups, pouring two cups. He raised his cup and said, "Drinking with Shui Yuying is boring. It's better to have a lively chat with our brothers. Cheers..."

Gao Xian raised his cup and toasted.

Yun Qiushui also drank two cups with Gao Xian.

The peach blossom wine was mellow, and he drank it quickly. After three cups, his face was slightly flushed.

Yun Qiushui's enthusiasm was clearly rising. Without Gao Xian asking, he started talking.

"The 'Thirty-Six Volumes of the Purple Clouds in the Great Microcosm' is our sect's fundamental secret technique, and the 'Flying Immortal Sword Scripture' is a separate sword technique inheritance. The sword scripture is said to be able to control the sword and ascend to immortality, hence the name 'Flying Immortal Sword Scripture.'"

Gao Xian couldn't help but show envy. It was good to come from such a prestigious family like Yun Qiushui's. There was no need to struggle, and they could easily obtain an exceptional sword technique inheritance.

He asked, "Fellow Daoist, if I become a true disciple of the sect, would I have a chance to cultivate the 'Flying Immortal Sword Scripture'?"

Yun Qiushui solemnly said, "On the Flying Immortal Platform, I feel that Fellow Daoist has extraordinary talent in swordsmanship and can try to switch to cultivating the sword path.

"Today, it seems that Fellow Daoist has even higher talent in spells. Switching to the sword path would mean giving up various spells, which would be a pity."

In today's battle, Yun Qiushui was amazed by Gao Xian's spells. As a cultivator in the late stage of Body Refining and Foundation Building, he was defeated by Gao Xian's Ice Arrow Spell. If it weren't for Shui Yuying's intervention, Xingshan would have died.

In such a confined space, Gao Xian didn't give the late-stage Body Refining and Foundation Building cultivator a chance to fight back. The Ice Arrow Spell he displayed had completely surpassed the level of ordinary spells and could be called astonishing!

Cultivating spells allows for the simultaneous cultivation of swordsmanship, but specializing in swordsmanship makes it impossible to cultivate spells. With Gao Xian's aptitude, it would definitely be better for him to specialize in spells.

Gao Xian knew that Yun Qiushui meant well, so he smiled and said, "When I was young, I had a dream of traveling the world with a sword. I've always had a bit of obsession with sword cultivation."

Yun Qiushui asked, "Fellow Daoist, do you know what sword cultivation is?"

This question stumped Gao Xian. Sword cultivation refers to practitioners who specialize in sword training. Is there any other way to describe it?

Since childhood, Gao Xian had followed Xu Mingyuan and learned some alchemy techniques, but he didn't even understand the Five Elements Technique.

After crossing over, Gao Xian tried his best to read various books, but they were mostly leisure books.

Due to the lack of formal education in a sect, he only had a superficial understanding of many things.

Gao Xian hesitated and said, "I really don't know the intricacies of this. I hope Fellow Daoist can enlighten me."

"There are different types of sword cultivation. Some specialize in flying swords, while others cultivate sword pills. However, these are all side paths. True sword cultivation is about wielding a four-foot long sword and breaking through countless tribulations."

"Immortality and the Great Dao are all contained within this sword. There is nothing beyond the sword."

As Yun Qiushui spoke, he lightly stroked the sword hilt, and a sharp and resolute Sword Intent emerged from his brows.

This Sword Intent naturally emanated and was not directed at Gao Xian, but Gao Xian felt a chill in his soul, as if he had been pierced by an invisible divine sword deep into his soul.

In Changle Tower, Yun Qiushui used Sword Intent to break through Water Yu Ying's divine sense. Gao Xian wasn't too surprised at the time because Yun Qiushui had borrowed the power of the sword.

It was only now that Gao Xian realized the pure and strong Sword Intent within Yun Qiushui seemed to have surpassed the level of Foundation Building.

He had already tried to give Yun Qiushui the highest estimation, but he found that he had underestimated this good friend.

Stronger than the Four-Armed Demon Monkey, stronger than Yun Taihao, stronger than Water Yu Ying...

Gao Xian quickly made an assessment. He lacked a deep understanding of Yun Taihao and Water Yu Ying, but he could roughly guess their upper limits of strength.

With the pure Sword Intent displayed by Yun Qiushui, I'm afraid both Yun Taihao and Water Yu Ying wouldn't be able to withstand a single strike from him.

Gao Xian suddenly understood sword cultivation, understood why sword cultivators would give up other spells and focus solely on sword training. Only with this extreme purity can one cultivate an extreme pure Sword Intent!

Just like Yun Qiushui, who was clearly only at the Foundation Building stage, the strength and intensity of his Sword Intent had already reached the level of Reverse Slashing Gold Core!

Yun Qiushui indulged in his own nature, using all things and all people in the world to sharpen the sword in his heart and the sword in his soul. That's all.

"I've had a bit too much to drink and lost control a bit."

Yun Qiushui instantly retracted his Sword Intent and expressed his apology to Gao Xian.

Gao Xian smiled and said, "Today, I have witnessed Fellow Daoist's lofty and majestic presence, and I am greatly delighted."

"Haha, Brother Gao's words are always pleasing to the ear."

Yun Qiushui somewhat admires Gao Xian's composure, as he can face the Taiwei Feixian Sword Intent without changing his expression. This level of self-control is truly extraordinary.

He said, "The Taiwei Feixian Sword Manual has been passed down to a total of seventeen people, most of whom are from outside the clan. The manual places the greatest emphasis on aptitude, followed by opportunities. If Fellow Daoist joins our sect and truly wants to focus on the path of the sword, there will be opportunities..."

Yun Qiushui explained some of the internal structure of the sect. According to him, as long as one is a true disciple of the Shenxiao Hall and has made significant contributions to the sect, they will have the opportunity to inherit the Taiwei Feixian Sword Manual.

Back at Gao Xian's home, Yun Qiushui sat for most of the day, mainly discussing the Fa Conference and matters related to the sect with Gao Xian.

Finally, Yun Qiushui mentioned Wan Yingying's situation. She has already been sent to the ancestral master, who is quite interested in her and wants to keep an eye on the situation.

Yun Qiushui comforted Gao Xian, saying, "This matter cannot be rushed. The ancestral master has lived for two thousand years, and his concept of time is different from ours. We divide a day into twelve time periods, but he prefers to use the sexagenary cycle for dating..."

Gao Xian understood this very well. In the eyes of a Nascent Soul True Immortal, Wan Yingying's situation is trivial.

It's like a patient going to see a doctor. The patient is always very anxious, but the doctor remains calm.

The patient is anxious about their own health, but the doctor has to deal with many patients. To him, seeing patients is just work. The two mindsets cannot be the same.

With Yun Zaitian's identity as a True Immortal, he would not harm a young girl in any way. There is no need to worry about leaving Wan Yingying with him.

It wasn't until dusk that Yun Qiushui left.

Gao Xian didn't invite Yun Qiushui to have a meal either. There was nothing to entertain guests with at home, and there was no need for such formalities between the two of them.

After seeing Yun Qiushui off, Gao Xian returned to his bedroom and performed his routine exercises.

The Great Five Elements Technique circulated through the three hundred and sixty heavenly realms, and Gao Xian's mind completely calmed down.

He took out the Wind Moon Treasure Mirror and looked at the eighty thousand Human Dao Spiritual Lights on it, lost in thought.

Today, he witnessed the formidable power of Shui Yuying's Gold Core True Immortal and also experienced Yun Qiushui's pure and unparalleled Sword Intent.

He knew that he couldn't compare to Shui Yuying in terms of strength, as there was a significant difference in their cultivation levels. But compared to Yun Qiushui, he was also lacking quite a bit, which made him feel somewhat unbalanced.

Yun Qiushui came from a prestigious family, but Gao Xian was a man with external assistance. It was unreasonable for him to be inferior to Yun Qiushui...

Gao Xian used to think highly of himself, believing that he was strong enough to look down on the Foundation Building stage. Now it seemed that he was a bit too optimistic.

In the vast world, there are countless geniuses, and his meager magical abilities and divine abilities are nothing special.

In order to prepare for the upcoming Qingyun Conference and to guard against Shui Yuying, he should upgrade his Human Dao Spiritual Lights!

Gao Xian's gaze swept over the back of the Wind Moon Treasure Mirror, where there were the Tai Zhen Ou Shen, Thunderbolt Electric Light Technique, Thirty-Six Heavenly Layers of Ice and Fire, and Yin Yang Treasure Wheel.

Each of these secret techniques is very useful and worth investing in. He originally planned to save the Human Dao Spiritual Lights and allocate them according to specific situations, but now he couldn't wait...

(End of this chapter)