Chapter 10, Complete

The method of cultivation that restrains us assassins

As he watched Zhou He turn and leave, a glimmer of brilliance flashed in Xuanxin's eyes. After a moment, his gaze fell upon Wang Lian, who was calmly walking towards the table and sitting down.

Second brother has given undue praise

I am merely working in isolation, practicing haphazardly.

At present, you have already achieved a perfect internal energy, and I can see that you have comprehended the principles of the interplay between reality and illusion in your swordsmanship. What you lack is a method for refining true energy, which would allow you to cultivate true energy and become a capable practitioner. If you are willing, I can write you a letter of recommendation to bring you under the tutelage of my Kunlun Sect, starting as a miscellaneous disciple. What do you think?

Oh?

In the world of martial arts, hidden dragons and crouching tigers abound, and the strong are as numerous as clouds; my level of cultivation is far from sufficient

also ... ...

Huang Chao, Yue Ming, Shang Kaixuan, and others appeared calm with a hint of admiration, clearly indicating that Wang Lian's earlier performance had already won them over

Xuanxin, who was watching him with an unperturbed demeanor, felt a sense of displeasure. Coupled with what Zhou He had said, she immediately snorted and remarked: "Your swordsmanship is commendable, but unfortunately, you do not yet have the qualifications to spar with me. Focus on your training and cultivate your true energy as soon as possible... I hope that when we meet again, you will have a performance that truly impresses me..."

Zhou He spoke, casting a deep glance at Wang Lian, as if to imprint him in his memory, and then turned to head towards Liu Shengping, the son of Liu Zhoumu.

As Wang Lianyi sat down, Yang Qing immediately exclaimed with excitement, "Brother Wang, you are truly remarkable. Young Master Qi Zhengming does not possess your level of skill. Is this the swordsmanship you have created? Based on the strength you just displayed, excluding Miss Zhao, you can undoubtedly be regarded as the number one expert among the younger generation within Yunshen City!"

Wang Lian was somewhat surprised, not expecting that Zhao Xuedan would actually be willing to make this concession for him

... ...

Yang Qing's tone is filled with admiration, which is a stark contrast to her initial casual attitude

The reason Wang Lian has been training alongside Zhao Xuedan for such an extended period is to gain Zhao Xuedan's recognition in order to secure a spot as a disciple at the Kunlun Sect

That is not necessarily the case; rather, it is you... If I am not mistaken, this young man's swordplay completely counters the training methods of your assassin path

The onlooker Xuanxin continuously urged Zhou He of the Nandao Sect, "Did you not just say you wanted to battle Wang Lian? Now that Wang Lian has settled down, it is the perfect time for you to take the stage. Go ahead, I have faith in you"

Zhao Xuedan took the sword and directly handed it over to Wang Lian: "Having destroyed your sword, I naturally must compensate you. This Cloud Steel Sword is a gift for you. It incorporates some Cloud Essence Stones, making it as sturdy and sharp as a hundred-refined sword, yet its weight is only half that of an ordinary hundred-refined sword, making it perfectly suitable for you"

Is that so? With his talent, joining the Kunlun Sect is not a difficult task. Once he masters the exquisite swordsmanship of the Kunlun Sect, it will not be so easy for you to defeat him.

This battle, however, was immensely enjoyable; I only hope that you can cultivate your true energy soon, so that we can unleash our full potential and determine the victor.

But you are the most formidable person I have ever seen. How did you cultivate your skills? May I learn from you?

He has more important matters to attend to

Had I known that you could reach such a level through your own haphazard practice, I would have persuaded my father to spend a considerable sum to hire a few true masters to teach you swordsmanship. If you could join a prestigious sect like the Kunlun School, you might not be much inferior to Miss Zhao Xuedan now.

With this, the matter can be considered concluded. It is evident that Wang Lian's performance in the inner courtyard was thoroughly inquired about by Wang Chaoyang afterwards.

This time, it was not only Wang Chaoyang who was present; Wang Lian's second brother, Wang Zheng, also arrived, making the restaurant quite lively

The Wang family business has already become a part of the Shenlong Industrial Group and will have significant utility in the future; he is unwilling to let the relationship with the Wang family become too strained

Zhao Xuedan glanced at Wang Lian and nodded: "Being recommended by others, without having undergone the sect's assessment, inevitably invites idle gossip. Many elders and deacons' children, who could easily join the Kunlun Sect, must still go through the sect's training and evaluation, just like new disciples, before officially becoming members of the Kunlun Sect. Only then can they be considered legitimate disciples of the Kunlun Sect. It is indeed commendable that you have such thoughts."

This is not the reason why Elder Lingyuan brought it here at the cost of his life

Yes

Miss Zhao is thoughtful; given the opportunity, I would like to try my abilities and see if I can join the Kunlun Sect

On the second day at lunch, the Wang family gathered once again.

Wang Lianping said calmly

Wang Lian nodded

Learning to swordfight is very tiring

Upon hearing his explanation, the crowd's interest in his seemingly deified swordsmanship was slightly diminished. Qi Zhengming, who secretly harbored animosity towards Wang Lian, took special note of this: "The path of the soldier is fraught with danger! The sword techniques that soar like a heavenly steed are the surest way to break his swordsmanship. As long as I keep this in mind, this swordsmanship may not be as terrifying as I imagined"

Damn it! This kid actually ... ...

Wang Lian glanced at the somewhat perplexing Xuanshin, ultimately shook his head, and said nothing further

Wang Lian looked at the astonished crowd and offered a brief explanation, not wishing to draw too much attention.

Qi Zhengming's face was filled with gloom

I am stating a fact; perhaps my father is secretly regretting it now

Yes

Compete with peers

On the other side, Wang Xuanyu was also holding onto Wang Lian's hand tightly, saying: "Third Brother, are you stronger than Young Master Qi Zhengming? If someone bullies me in the future, can you help me take revenge?"

At that moment, the observant Wang Feifei suddenly spoke up, and in an instant, the four siblings at the dining table quickly composed themselves, sitting upright and waiting for Wang Chaoyang to arrive

Third Brother, how did you manage to do that? I heard that Young Master Qi Zhengming from the Moonlight Sword Sect was defeated by Miss Zhao, and she didn't even have to use the Thirty-Six Styles of Thunder Sword. Yet, Third Brother, not only did you block the entangling silk sword technique that Miss Zhao used to defeat Young Master Qi, but you also withstood the even more formidable Thirty-Six Styles of Thunder Sword. It is truly impressive

"Swordplay? What a fine name. Throughout our match, it feels as though you have calculated every move. Life is like a game of chess; one can play with chess pieces, with swords, or even with people. If you have just cultivated your true energy and possess a finely forged sword, the victor today would not be me, but you!"

Wang Zheng joked

Third brother, you need not be modest. Miss Zhao Xuedan single-handedly entered the Feiyun Sixteen Villages with her sword, making a remarkable entrance and exiting three times while defeating numerous opponents. How impressive is that? Such a master can certainly carve out a name for themselves in the martial world. Although you were defeated by her, you managed to compel her to exert her full strength, thus your defeat is still a matter of honor.

The two disciples of the Green Bamboo Sect achieved victory in both battles, gaining significant prestige as they showcased their strength before numerous guests within the borders of Yunshen City, and they are sure to enter a period of rapid development thereafter

Father has arrived

His current task is to quietly cultivate himself, waiting for the opportunity to emerge prominently. Before that, he is unwilling to be disturbed by trivial matters.

Wang Lian slightly nodded his head

Wang Feifei, who was not particularly close to Wang Lian, looked at him with admiration.

Wang Lian shook his head

After witnessing the battle between Wang Lian and Zhao Xuedan and understanding Zhao Xuedan's true strength, everyone realized that it was no longer possible for them to overcome this obstacle posed by Zhao Xuedan in order to strike at the Green Bamboo Sect. Subsequently, the situation calmed down.

Having spoken, he did not wait for a response, but turned and left

It was merely luck; in the end, I still fell to the sword of Miss Zhao Xuedan from m.com. Since I have already lost, what right do I have to claim that I am stronger than Qi Zhengming

After Zhao Xuedan finished speaking, she said to the maid Qinghuan, "Go, bring me my cloud steel sword"

The green ring quickly receded, and in no time, it had brought over a sword that was clearly extraordinary, handing it to Zhao Xuedan

Knowing oneself and knowing the enemy, one can fight a hundred battles without danger; your swordsmanship has already brought this principle to its utmost expression

Wang sincerely praised.

Therefore, Wang Lian did not refuse the cloud steel sword presented by Zhao Xuedan: "Thank you."

Zhao Xuedan briefly summarized Wang Lian's swordsmanship and nodded in approval: "What kind of swordsmanship is this?"

Join the Kunlun Sect

Zhou He shot a glance at Xuan Xin and grunted in a muffled voice: "He has only just begun to cultivate his internal energy. If I were to engage him in battle now, it would be unfair to use my true energy against him. Once he has mastered his true energy, I will naturally return to settle the score, and there is no need for you to worry about it."

Swordplay

In fact, this swordsmanship is quite powerful in sparring, dueling, and practice, but it may not be able to demonstrate such significant effects in encounters or life-and-death battles. After all, in an encounter, the enemy will not give you much time to observe them, and in a life-and-death situation, once forced to the brink, the opponent will undoubtedly resort to any dangerous tactics. Such techniques are completely beyond the calculations of my swordsmanship.

Not bad! Unfortunately, my master, the 'Thunderbolt Sword Master' Feng Xisha, does not accept male disciples. Otherwise, if I were to recommend you, along with your talent for creating the Swordplay Art, my master would certainly not mind taking you in as a disciple.