70. Practicing Sword Forms
"It seems that the 'Taixu Sword Qi' is not suitable for men to cultivate. Although it does not have a great impact on the body, it seems that the limit for men is that they can only cultivate it to the Dustless level... I'm sorry, it was my oversight."
After finding out why Yun Ling had not made any progress, Jingwei found out the reason.
Although it sounds a bit far-fetched, Yun Ling did indeed cultivate the "Sword Heart Technique" to the "Dustless" level in half an hour, which is the limit he could reach.
"However, you can continue to temper your sword heart. This will not only deepen your understanding of the 'Taixu Sword Qi,' but also improve your physique, which will be helpful for your later cultivation. It might even cure your chronic illness," Jingwei reminded him.
"Yes, Master... cough." Yun Ling nodded.
"Alright, that concludes our morning training. Let's eat first," Chi Yuan instructed.
Yun Ling followed Jingwei to the kitchen.
Emmm, porridge with steamed buns and some Chunbulao.
Is this what immortals eat?
Yun Ling didn't dare to ask any more questions. He picked up the steamed bun and started eating it happily.
Born into an imperial family, this kind of commoner's food was still quite novel to him.
After all, his health had always been poor, and Emperor Ming always tried to ensure he received the best nutrition.
After dinner, Jingwei saw that Yun Ling was improving so fast, so she also brought forward the practice of sword form.
"The form of the five elements of Taixu mainly consists of four forms: Guarding, Transforming, Opening, and Spreading, totaling twenty-one forms. Today, I will first teach you the sword opening form."
As she spoke, Jingwei handed a golden greatsword to Yun Ling.
"This is the ancient sword Xuanyuan, which is used in conjunction with the 'Taixu Sword Technique' and is also an essential item for cultivating the essence of the Five Elements of Taixu."
"When the mind is in harmony with the Xuanyuan Sword, the sword intent is formed naturally. After the Xuanyuan Sword resonates with the wielder, it will transform into the form most suitable for the wielder."
Yun Ling listened carefully to Jingwei's explanation and memorized all her words in his mind.
After saying that, Jingwei casually picked up an Xuanyuan Sword and demonstrated the Qi Sword Form from the Form Essence to Yun Ling.
The Qi Sword Form has three styles: Crescent Moon, Sea Severance, and Sky Rift.
The so-called "Sword Draw" is, in layman's terms, "drawing the sword and slashing".
Three different sword styles can deal with a variety of situations.
The Crescent Moon was extremely fast and took the initiative. The cold light on the sword blade was like a crescent moon.
The power of Sea Severance is immense; it arrives first even when it is last to strike, possessing the might to split mountains and cleave seas.
Sky Rift has an extremely wide range, capable of blocking all enemy escape routes and also blocking attacks from all directions.
Jingwei demonstrated all three sword techniques to Yun Ling twice.
"Did you remember?" Chi Yuan asked.
"Okay, I've got it." Yun Ling nodded.
"Practice here first, and call me if you need anything."
After learning about Yun Ling's talent, Jingwei wasn't too surprised and went about her own business.
"Yes… Cough, cough," Yun Ling replied.
Soon, Yun Ling began practicing three sword styles.
On his first try, he barely got the hang of it.
The second time, he thoroughly understood and mastered the material.
The third time he tried his movement was the same as the one performed by Jingwei!
"Taixu Sword Form - Sword Activation - Sea Severance!"
Yun Ling tried to silently recite the "Sword Heart Mantra" in his mind, mobilizing the true energy between heaven and earth to gather on the Xuanyuan Sword.
As he shouted softly, a terrifying sword energy burst out from the Xuanyuan Sword.
Wherever it passed, all the weeds were destroyed by this terrifying sword energy, and even the big trees in the distance were not spared.
Upon seeing this, Yun Ling was not happy at all; instead, he panicked a little.
"Oh no, oh no..."
Yun Ling looked at the tree that had collapsed with a crash. How was he going to explain this to his master?
He walked forward and looked at the fallen tree with an embarrassed look on his face.
He tried to move the tree, but was surprised to find that it wasn't that heavy.
No, it should be said that his strength has increased!
It truly lives up to its reputation as a divine technique; it transformed him completely in just one morning.
Yun Ling looked at the smooth cut on the tree and closed the tree up to fit the cut.
There was only a very thin crack, so small that it was almost invisible unless you looked very closely...
"I remember that the book of 'Essential Techniques for the Welfare of the Common People' mentions a method of grafting fruit trees, so perhaps this tree can still survive."
Yunling found some small wooden stakes and used them to secure the tree.
Fortunately, the cut surface is neat and smooth, without any unevenness, and no correction is needed.
After doing all this, Yun Ling resumed practicing the Qi Sword Form, but dared not use his true energy again.
At night, Yun Ling looked at the newly added houses and couldn't help but feel a little surprised.
"Did you make this, Master?"
In just half a day, Jingwei had completed a fairly large room, and it was fully equipped both in terms of exterior and interior design.
"Okay, you can live here from now on." Jingwei nodded.
"Master, you're amazing!"
Yun Ling swallowed his saliva. Even with the most outstanding craftsman in the Ming Empire, plus a dozen skilled workers working day and night, it would take at least three days to build a room this large, but his master had built it in one day.
"It's nothing to mention." Jingwei calmly shook her head.
She has lived in Shenzhou for thousands of years, and these folk skills have long been perfected by her.
"Let's eat. I'll test your progress in cultivation later."
"Yes! Master."
Still just plain congee and steamed buns paired with spring water...
After the meal, the sky outside gradually darkened.
However, the lighting effect on the top of Mount Taixu is very good. With the bright moon in the sky and the oil lamp, you can clearly see the surrounding situation.
"Taixu Sword Form - Sword Activation - Crescent Moon!"
A flash of sword light passed by, and Yun Ling swung the sword handsomely.
The wooden stakes in front of him were slowly separating.
"...Continue." Jingwei didn't say anything, but the surprise in her eyes was undeniable.
"Yes, Master."
"Taixu Sword Form - Sword Activation - Sea Severance!"
The terrifying force directly split the wooden stake into two halves and completely turned it into wood powder.
"Taixu Sword Form - Sword Activation - Sky Rift!"
With a single sword strike, all four surrounding wooden stakes were severed.
"Master, cough cough... how did I do?" Yun Ling looked at Jingwei with some anticipation.
"I will teach you other sword techniques tomorrow. Get some rest tonight, and I will watch you practice tomorrow." Jingwei said as she drifted away.
Seemingly disappointed that he hadn't received Jengwei's approval, Yun Ling appeared somewhat dejected.
After taking a bath, Yun Ling placed the Xuanyuan Sword on the bedside table and then closed his eyes to fall asleep.
After just one day of practice, his physical fitness had made a qualitative leap. In the past, he would be out of breath after walking a short distance, but now he can use the sword form multiple times in a row without getting tired.
However, his condition did not improve at all.
Jingwei pushed open the door and came to him.
"Master, I'm sorry to bother you again..."
As a crimson feather fell between Yun Ling's brows, he slowly closed his eyes.
Jingwei looked at the pale little face; perhaps she should also try to find a way to cure him.
Not only to cope with the Honkai, but also for another reason.
He was her apprentice after all.
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