Chapter 2: Reasons

Originally, everything was fine as I boarded the bus, but I accidentally missed my stop while contemplating sword techniques, so I had to walk all the way back. However, I inadvertently became lost in thought while walking along the road. After a considerable effort to regain my focus, Lin Fei carefully looked around and realized that it seemed he had walked too far. He quickly turned around to head back. Unexpectedly, a familiar figure suddenly appeared in his line of sight

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This discovery instantly invigorated him, prompting him to try several more times. The results were the same; the spirit that had been nearly depleted gradually became replenished through these repeated supplements

However, in this era, such a longsword is certainly very expensive. How can one obtain it? Or should I just find a wooden stick to practice with for now? After careful consideration, Lin Fei decided to go take a look first. Even if I can't afford it now, it's important to identify the target, as there will be opportunities in the future.

Fifteen patterns, from the beginning to the end, each one more complex than the last, and the handprints are the same. How could anyone possibly get started with such difficulty? Is it really one by one?" Relaxing his mind, he began to carefully observe the first pattern once again

However, whenever I pass by him, I dare not breathe; generally, boys dressed like that tend to have an unpleasant odor

However, this foundational swordsmanship emphasizes the principle of speed! It advocates concentrating all one's strength into a single thrust from various angles at the moment of confrontation, determining victory or defeat. It is a purely lethal sword technique! Unless facing a sharpshooter from a distance, there is always an opportunity to defeat the enemy at close range!

The first requirement is to simultaneously create fifteen different handprints corresponding to the fifteen patterns left in the visualization book. The entire process must be completed within five breaths, which is approximately ten seconds. In such a short time, it is not an easy task for anyone to clearly memorize fifteen extremely complex patterns, akin to CPU sketch design diagrams, while continuously visualizing and corresponding the handprints.

Feeling refreshed, Lin Fei got out of bed and glanced at the clock, which showed only 2:00. The "Qi Cultivation" section contained a bit of supplementary content, merely explaining basic sword techniques and cultivation methods. While this content was undoubtedly a waste of chapters for those great masters who understood the annotations, for Lin Fei, who had only a superficial understanding of swordsmanship, it was an unparalleled and extraordinary secret manual

After returning to her room, Lin Fei cleared the textbooks and notebooks from her desk, sat in front of the study table, and carefully planned her future life

The Qi Cultivation Chapter was created for this purpose. It aims to steadily enhance one's vitality before drawing the sword, in order to achieve the goal of consolidating safety

"Mithril jewelry, it should be called mithril jewelry!" Lin Fei recalled the name of that shop

As the two brushed past each other, Lin You completely disregarded her biological brother, Lin Fei, with indifference.

Lin Fei stood up, feeling somewhat helpless. She practiced swordsmanship, but where could she find the sword she needed? In 2007, online shopping had not yet become popular. Customizing a long sword for martial arts was quite troublesome.

The commercial street in Ping City features meticulously paved cobblestone pathways, with a bronze statue at every few steps, representing either local celebrities or red heroes. Flanking the street are black European-style gas lamp posts, evoking images of the bustling London during the Industrial Revolution, where horse-drawn carriages flowed continuously. This commercial street is also the only pedestrian street in the city, prohibiting the passage of large vehicles. On both sides of the street, fashionably dressed young men and women stroll, taking advantage of the sweltering summer heat, dressed in light and airy clothing. Many wear sleeveless tops and shorts, exposing large areas of fair skin, while colorful parasols move to and fro. Through the glass windows of the nearby boutiques, one can see young, vibrant salespeople actively attracting customers, continuously promoting the highlights of their stores.

This is quite simple: cultivate, become stronger, and then intervene in that unknown inner world to understand who the enemy truly is, what their identity is, and what their origins are, as well as how powerful they are. All of this is predicated on first having the qualification to enter the inner world. Lin Fei slowly closed the pen cap. Having established the subsequent plan, she acted upon her thoughts immediately. All of this is predicated on first having the qualification to enter the inner world. Lin Fei slowly closed the pen cap. Having established the subsequent plan, she acted upon her thoughts immediately

Each seemingly graceful posture, with a shift in footwork, allows the sword to strike the enemy from various incredible angles. It is unpredictable and unstoppable. Indeed, it is extraordinary. This is likely why it qualifies as a fundamental technique worthy of inclusion in this treatise on swordsmanship. The text meticulously explains how to channel force from various postures to concentrate all the body's energy into the sword hand for an instantaneous thrust. This represents a pure form of swordplay. The technique, based on energy, is particularly suitable for Lin Fei's current practice. The text also notes that further training in this sword technique can enhance physical strength. However, the technique is unnamed, simply referred to as the Basic Sword Technique, perhaps because the author felt too modest to leave their name. After reviewing the previous annotations, they too felt that this sword technique truly deserves the title of 'basic'.

He immediately began to close his eyes and recall the contents of the Qi Cultivation chapter

This piece, along with the entire book "The True Explanation of Swordsmanship," is filled with mystical and exaggerated descriptions. If it were not for its astonishing existence in Lin Fei's mind, he would certainly not believe that it could be a genuine ultimate secret manual for cultivation, even if it were placed right in front of him. Perhaps the person who sold him this manual thought the same way. After all, during the peak of the qigong craze, many incomprehensible and extremely exaggerated manuals were left behind. Perhaps the person who sold him this manual thought the same way. After all, during the peak of the qigong craze, many incomprehensible and extremely exaggerated manuals were left behind.

Lin and Tu Shufei were dressed in the ordinary high school uniform of San Zhong, a black-and-white old-fashioned combination that appeared particularly outdated. They wore a pair of white athletic sneakers, yet he seemed completely indifferent to his appearance. His eyes were somewhat vacant, his feet occasionally twisting and turning, and at times he would suddenly retreat nervously, or turn left and right. His arms would tremble slightly, as if he were trying to strike a certain pose, but he would quickly suppress the impulse.

The "Qi Cultivation Supplement" was left behind by an unknown powerful individual, and this is beyond doubt. Just from the nearly authentic aura of the swordsmanship contained within, it is evident that the unknown figure who authored this piece is undoubtedly on the same level as the true understanding of swordsmanship.

For thousands of years, Yu Jingyan has studied the arcane texts from beyond the realms, and today he finally understands that there are heavens beyond the heavens. He respectfully acknowledges Senior Zhang Yuan from the Juexian Sect. Following this are annotations regarding the legal decisions and his opinions. As an example, there are hundreds of different annotations from various individuals, some arrogant, some domineering, some gentle, and some cautious. Regardless of who they are, all express a unique respect for Zhang Yuan of the Juexian Sect in their words. This further convinces Lin Fei that he has stumbled upon a treasure, while also confirming his earlier suspicion that this manual likely did not originate from this world. As an example, there are hundreds of different annotations from various individuals, some arrogant, some domineering, some gentle, and some cautious. Regardless of who they are, all express a unique respect for Zhang Yuan of the Juexian Sect in their words. This further convinces Lin Fei that he has stumbled upon a treasure, while also confirming his earlier suspicion that this manual likely did not originate from this world. He even saw in the last message from someone named Yuan Tianhao a record of his accidental opening of a spatial passage to the outer realms, which led to a completely different and bizarre world. Some descriptions within the text clearly indicate a portrayal of the technological era in which he currently resides. He even saw in the last message from someone named Yuan Tianhao a record of his accidental opening of a spatial passage to the outer realms, which led to a completely different and bizarre world. Some descriptions within the text clearly indicate a portrayal of the technological era in which he currently resides.

How is that possible? That person must be insane; there are many such people on the street.

Lin Fei stopped in her tracks, seeing Lin Youyue approaching closer. Just as she was about to greet her, the other party merely cast a quick glance at Lin Fei, revealing a hint of disdain in her eyes

The voices of the two individuals gradually faded away from behind, eventually drowned out by the clamor of the crowd on the street

Perhaps it was at that time that this secret manual was brought here With this speculation, Lin Fei calmed her mind and began to cultivate according to the methods outlined in the Qi Training chapter

A pair of charming and lovely beautiful girls are walking towards us, laughing and enjoying their ice cream. One of them is none other than my younger sister, Lin You.

The true explanation of the swordsmanship originally contained no substantial textual content; it only had three sword shadow images that could not be verified. However, since I have obtained this renowned and formidable secret manual, I naturally wish to follow the example of my predecessors and annotate it, as a warning for future generations. — Zhang Yuan of the Absolute Immortal Sect. Lin Fei immediately thought that this Zhang Yuan was likely the same powerful figure who left behind the Qi Cultivation chapter. Yet, completely immersed in the manual, this thought only flickered through his mind before he quickly returned to the content.

Although the entire text consists of only a few hundred words, it involves a complex interplay of pronunciation, mental states, hand gestures, visual observations, and ideas about books.

The distorted patterns continuously swayed in his mind. As he focused his attention, the patterns gradually twisted into bizarre white characters, which then quickly vanished, like a fleeting moment. Yet, in that instant, Lin Fei distinctly felt a sudden enrichment of his spirit, and his previously hazy mind became much clearer.

Then there is the understanding of my sister's world, a world that extraordinary individuals can access. There are still two years to gradually explore it. If one pays close attention, clues should emerge from Lin You's daily dealings. First, it is essential to know who that person with the red long hair really is. Lin Fei picked up a pen and wrote the words "red hair" and "flame" in large letters in her notebook. The first step is to ascertain the identity of that individual with the red long hair.

The golden sunlight streamed in, and within the beams, specks of dust could be clearly seen drifting slowly through the air. Lin Fei took out a new notebook from the drawer of her desk and began to write on it with a fountain pen

This idea may only be understood during the next cultivation session

Although their mother, Jiang Feng, works at No. 1 High School, Lin Fei and her younger sister Lin You do not attend this school. It is understandable that Lin Fei, being a high school student, does not study there, but Lin You, still in middle school, also does not enroll at No. 1 High School. The reason is that the campus atmosphere at No. 1 High School is exceedingly poor. Despite its name suggesting it ranks first, in reality, it ranks last. The number of students involved in fights, brawls, and delinquency is alarmingly high. It is notorious throughout Ping City as a subpar school. Apart from families who cannot afford the exorbitant tuition fees, no one would willingly send their children to such an environment.

Although Lin Fei was aware that this younger sister looked down on her, she never expected that the disdain could reach such a level even in face-to-face interactions. Undoubtedly, such behavior is deeply hurtful to one's self-esteem. Suddenly, Lin Fei felt a tinge of aversion towards this younger sister, whom she had always admired. Having such a beautiful, adorable sister with excellent academic performance and outstanding athletic ability would naturally make anyone feel inferior and desire to be close to something beautiful. However, this scene completely chilled Lin Fei's heart. Is she too disdainful to even maintain basic courtesy? Afraid of losing face in front of her peers? Not even recognizing her own brother, this kind of sister is indeed somewhat annoying, no matter how beautiful or outstanding she may be.

According to Zhang Yuan's explanation, the method of cultivation emphasizes that the true essence of swordsmanship seeks to sever the heavens and nurture oneself with a glimmer of life. Each time the sword is drawn, it must condense the vital energy, spirit, and essence of the entire body; if not drawn, it is best not to act at all. When the sword is drawn, there must be a harvest, seizing the fate of the souls beneath the blade. However, this extreme sword technique may prove fatal for those whose life force is not sufficiently strong, as they might perish from their own energy before fully drawing the sword, let alone mastering the subsequent sword techniques; they would be unable to even utilize the basic sword techniques.

"Hey, Weiwe, Xiaoyou, did you see that boy just now? On such a hot day, he's still wearing his school uniform and sneakers. He was staring at you with wide eyes; could it be that he has taken a liking to you?"

If I want to avoid that disaster, I must first possess the ability to protect myself. Originally, this was the most inconceivable aspect, but with the true understanding of the sword path, it may become possible to achieve. It is clearly too early to cultivate the true understanding of the sword path; I cannot even recall the content, let alone practice according to it. However, I can begin to cultivate the supplementary Qi training section that follows. A technique that can stand alongside the true understanding is certainly not something simple.

Unlike the methods of other sword cultivators, the true essence of swordsmanship emphasizes seizing the natural transformations of heaven and earth, cutting off the slightest chance of survival for oneself, and focuses on forcibly plundering the spiritual energy of the external world. However, the vitality of heaven and earth is immensely powerful; without a solid foundation, one can easily descend into the path of pure demonic cultivation. As the saying goes, the potential of skill is limitless; the first step in practicing this sword technique is to establish oneself as the foundation and learn the way of conserving energy and sharpening one's abilities. Vital energy must be nurtured, and the moment of sharpness requires accumulation. Purely cultivating sword techniques can be excessively harmful to both oneself and others; this particular method of energy cultivation is the pinnacle approach for nurturing vital energy and accumulating spirit.

Perhaps I should take a stroll on the street Lin Fei vaguely remembered that she had seen a long sword hanging on the wall in a jewelry store on the commercial street in the southern part of the city. At that time, she was with a few classmates and they had admired it quite a bit.

Suppressing the agitation within her heart, Lin Fei began to think carefully

After accidentally bumping into the third pair of young couples, Lin Fei, who had been repeatedly apologizing, finally ceased his somewhat frenzied actions. He was originally a martial arts enthusiast; otherwise, he would not have stumbled upon the true essence of swordsmanship on Taobao, a rare and extraordinary manual. In his previous life, he had amassed a considerable collection of such manuals, filling an entire box. These were all collected from various sources, and he spent tens of thousands each year on them. Now that he had obtained the genuine swordsmanship training manual, how could he, with his fervent passion, possibly avoid becoming obsessed?

Lin Fei shook her head slightly, not expecting that her first meeting with her sister after being reborn would occur under such circumstances. The familiar fragrance lingering on her sister still remained in her nostrils, but Lin Fei had completely returned to her original purpose—to find the jewelry store named Secret Silver.

Calming her mind, Lin Fei began to carefully examine the true content of Qi training. To her surprise, the actual content consisted of only a few hundred characters, with the remainder filled with extensive annotations. In addition to Zhang Yuan, there were many other names mentioned in the annotations, all of a similar nature.

The golden sunlight of noon slants into the living room; at this time of year, the temperature is already quite warm. The air carries the aroma of cooking from other households. Lin Fei's family resides in the school housing allocated by her mother, Jiang Feng, located within the school premises. Ping City No. 1 Middle School is a standard public school, integrating elementary and middle school, so at this moment, one can still faintly hear the school bell signaling the end of classes.

May 13, which happens to be a Sunday, provides Lin Fei the opportunity to sleep in at home. Consequently, her younger sister Lin You has some free time and has invited friends to go shopping together. However, their father does not have time for a break; although the small bookstore is modest in size, its business is quite substantial. Weekends are particularly busy, which is why their mother, Jiang Feng, hurriedly leaves after dinner to help out at the store. However, their father does not have time for a break; although the small bookstore is modest in size, its business is quite substantial. Weekends are particularly busy, which is why their mother, Jiang Feng, hurriedly leaves after dinner to help out at the store.

Sitting cross-legged on the bed, Lin Fei tried again and again, but the only result was that her legs became numb, as the prolonged sitting had completely exhausted her strength

According to the annotations, the entire practice of Qi cultivation is divided into four realms. The first realm focuses on strength and technique, primarily aimed at developing one's physical potential and enhancing physical fitness, with an emphasis on conserving energy. The second realm is the Qi realm, where one refines essence into Qi, marked by the ability to emit sword Qi. The third realm is the Gang realm, characterized by the formation of sword Gang from highly condensed sword Qi. The final realm, however, is obscured by countless mists, rendering it impossible to observe.

These patterns are indeed not simple! After five consecutive attempts, until she could no longer visualize the first pattern, Lin Fei had to stop. Just the visualization of a single pattern has such a strong effect; what if it were combined with hand seals?

The name "Absolute Immortal Sect" is extremely domineering. Who, apart from those in novels, would choose such a name in reality

The four realms of Qi cultivation are subdivided into many details, with the first realm divided into five levels: progressing step by step, each level represents a qualitative change. Naturally, the difficulty increases rapidly.

The preface is quite colloquial, a blend of classical and vernacular Chinese, making it difficult to discern whether it was written by an ancient or a modern person. However, inexplicably, Lin Fei has a vague feeling that this individual should not be a being of this world

In this era where martial arts have declined and firearms prevail, swordsmanship has completely devolved into mere ornamentation. The originally lethal art of killing with a sword has transformed into a performance focused on aesthetics. After all, no matter how skilled your swordplay may be, it cannot compete with a bullet.

During this period, the family was relatively well-off. Mother Jiang Feng earned over 2,000 yuan a month, and the small bookstore had an income of approximately 4,000 yuan each month after deducting various expenses. Compared to other families in the neighborhood, the overall financial situation of the family was quite good. However, Lin Fei was aware that once her younger sister's scores reached the threshold for San Zhong, the family would have to spend a significant amount on tuition fees. After sending her sister Lin You to high school, the family's finances became strained due to the high tuition fees of San Zhong. Lin Fei herself was already attending San Zhong, which required a substantial annual expenditure, and now with her sister also enrolled, the costs doubled. As a result, in a few years, both mother and father developed an extremely frugal personality.