Chapter 006: Swordsmanship (Part One)

For the tenth generation disciples, it is not an easy task to descend the mountain on foot, especially since they are currently unable to fly with swords

This is the residence in Changchun. Although the outside is filled with the sounds of birds and blooming flowers, and the trees are lush, the presence of this sword within the room creates an exceptionally eerie silence.

My own disciple has finally begun to work hard. Of course, I understand my disciple's temperament; right now, he is determined to retaliate against Sima Changbai and Sima Hao, which is why he is putting in such effort. Once that goal is achieved, I estimate he will revert to his lazy disposition.

These techniques are all exceptionally exquisite

It is time to make an effort

The fourth level is a legendary realm, the ultimate sword intent. Once one comprehends the ultimate sword intent, all things in the world can be transformed into the sword; grass, trees, mountains, and stones can all be incorporated into the sword, manifesting as a torrent of sword techniques, which represents the highest realm of swordsmanship. Li Yuanbai shook his head and said, "However, that realm is merely a legend; to this day, I have not heard of anyone who has achieved this level, it exists only in tales."

"The clouds are soft and lingering" "The winds are heavy and tumultuous" "The clouds entwine and the sword is disturbed" "The winds rise"

"Ninth Junior Brother, come forth and make your move." To practice swordsmanship, one naturally requires a sparring partner

In the past, I was far too careless; now that I have become serious, I realize that my abilities are quite ordinary, and my skills in swordsmanship and * diagram * techniques are also mediocre, leaving no remarkable achievements.

However, it is difficult to find a sparring partner. The strength of the elders is simply too high; with just a move or two, they could easily defeat me. In the face of such absolute power, nothing can be practiced, and such exchanges hold no meaning.

while oneself is only at the first level

Why are there flaws in sword techniques

Similarly, Lu Yuan's counterattack was also the Wind and Cloud One Hundred and Eight Swords. All of them were among the top ten true disciples, practicing the most renowned sword technique of Beifeng, the Wind and Cloud One Hundred and Eight Swords. However, as the duel continued, Lu Yuan noticed something peculiar: both his and Ye Fang's sword techniques occasionally revealed flaws.

The third level is the Sword Intent, but this realm is extremely difficult to comprehend. Those who struggle to grasp this realm are already quite skilled. In the past, my master, at the age of one hundred and sixteen, comprehended the Sword Intent. After understanding the Sword Intent, his swordsmanship improved significantly over time, ultimately ranking among the Six Sword Immortals of the Northern Peak. Li Yuanbai said: "However, it is exceedingly rare to comprehend this realm. Even many elders of the ninth generation have not attained this level. Throughout the Northern Peak, there are fewer than ten elders of the ninth generation who have grasped the Sword Intent. As for your generation of disciples, none have yet comprehended this realm, including your senior and second senior brothers."

Fortunately, I have a good relationship with my junior brother Ye Fang and my junior brother Ye Yuan, forming a small circle.

Lu Yuan had such a thought flash through his mind, striving to achieve it, but he found it was not easy to do so. However, managing to do it a few times left Ye Fang flustered. It seemed that this idea was indeed useful. Nevertheless, he could not seamlessly transition from one half-move to the next. The connection between sword techniques was not an easy problem to resolve, and smoothly linking one half-move to the next was quite challenging.

Lu Yuan's only feeling at this moment is one of tears streaming down his face

Lu Yuan listened to his master Li Yuanbai's words, feeling a tumult of emotions within him

Every sword technique will inevitably have its flaws, which is quite evident. There are no sword techniques without vulnerabilities; this becomes clear upon a moment's reflection. However, some flaws in sword techniques appear in the latter half. If one could divide a sword technique into several segments and avoid using the parts that contain flaws, what would that entail

Lu Yuan was deep in thought

However, the ordinary disciples are somewhat lacking in strength. They have not received the true teachings, and their understanding of the mental techniques, swordsmanship, and the methods from the books is inadequate, making it impossible for them to be their own opponents

Thus, the options available are quite limited, and essentially, only the true disciples are suitable opponents

Certainly, due to the current inadequacy of my swordsmanship, even if there are openings, I can only take the opportunity to expand my advantage, but I cannot defeat the enemy in one strike. Meanwhile, when I wait for my own swordsmanship to reveal flaws, my advantage is further diminished.

Lu Yuan now feels that it is time for him to seek guidance from his master regarding the principles of swordsmanship

One still needs to put in considerable effort, and Lu Yuan's eyes brightened.

Finding these two individuals to practice swordsmanship is not difficult

Li Yuanbai was explaining, and at the same time, he felt quite gratified in his heart

Lu Yuan knew that this was his master's renowned sword, the Twilight Sword, which had gained fame in the cultivation world of the Great Jin Kingdom.

Whatever it is, it is easy to think of, but difficult to put into practice

Among the top ten true disciples, my ranking should be quite low

They are not good friends, but the relationship is good; there is simply no one to accompany you in practicing swordsmanship

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The gray scabbard and the black hilt are hanging on the wall

The first level is your current realm; the sword techniques are lifeless, and so are the people.

If one does not strive harder, they will be bullied to their doorstep, and the master's reputation will be completely tarnished

In Ye Fang's hand, the Wind and Cloud One Hundred and Eight Swords were continuously unleashed along with the use of the books

My time is limited, so I will pass on as many of my skills as I can.

However, Ye Fang drew his sword earlier, taking the initiative.

Accustomed to being lazy and indifferent in daily life, it is only when I truly care that I realize my own level, which is truly heart-wrenching.

Ye Fang and Lu Yuan both practice the Wind and Cloud One Hundred and Eight Swords

Master Li Yuanbai, after listening to Lu Yuan's account, slowly said: "The realm of swordsmanship can generally be divided into four levels"

Every sword technique has been practiced for six years; to suddenly change to using a modified technique after six years of habit is not an easy task at all

Withdrawing my gaze, I looked at my master, whose face seemed to have aged a little more.

Tears streaming down my face, tears streaming down my face

"Sixth Brother, remember the wine." Without a clear winner, Lu Yuan hurriedly left, and Ye Fang could only shrug, reminding Lu Yuan to remember the wine.

Clouds are heavy and the wind is fierce

"Alright." Lu Yuan readily agreed.

The second level is that sword techniques are fixed, while people are alive; individuals are not bound by sword techniques. Upon hearing this, Lu Yuan experienced a moment of enlightenment. When he fought with Ye Fang, what he realized was precisely this point: sword techniques are fixed, while people are alive. One does not need to exhaust an entire set of sword techniques; it suffices to use the techniques that one needs and understands. Of course, sensing the second realm of swordsmanship is entirely different from truly achieving the second realm of swordsmanship. Sword techniques are fixed, while people are alive; individuals are not bound by sword techniques. One does not need to exhaust an entire set of sword techniques; it suffices to use the techniques that one needs and understands. Of course, sensing the second realm of swordsmanship is entirely different from truly achieving the second realm of swordsmanship.

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His master is known as the Twilight Sword Li Yuanbai among the Six Sword Immortals of Beifeng

No more words, just work hard

This sword, even when unmoved, evokes a sense of deathly stillness

The sword techniques are lifeless; why are people lifeless

People always have some temper

"No problem," Lu Yuan replied, now faintly sensing some understanding and was about to seek guidance from his master.

The art of swordsmanship has such a multitude of realms

Now, having been forced to this point, it is only natural that my temper has risen.

The One Hundred and Eight Swords of Wind and Cloud

Ye Fang struck in an instant, and with that strike came a flash of cold light, the shadow of the sword rolling, such a swift action

"If you want me to practice swordsmanship with you, that's fine." Ye Fang did not resemble the refined gentlemanly swordplay that the outside world portrayed: "Within a month, the task of going down the mountain to fetch wine is all yours, Sixth Senior Brother." Naturally, there are no inns atop the North Peak; this is a sacred place of the immortals, and how could one sell wine here? Therefore, if one wants to drink, one must honestly go down the mountain to fetch it.

It is still the same saying, knowing is easy, but acting is difficult

What is known to be easy is often difficult to practice

However, it is good to be able to make an effort for a period of time

And these true disciples formed their own groups