Chapter 9, The Extraordinary Cousin

Liu Yun was also concerned that Shui Yun would impart the Floating Zero Sword Technique to Ao Jue, as it was a sword technique that was not inferior to the Heavenly Water Sword Technique. However, she knew her son quite well; he was entirely impulsive, lacking any cunning, and had an inflated sense of self-worth, coupled with a strong sense of jealousy.

Upon reaching the center of the training room, Ao Jue began to practice his family's Great Wind Sword Technique with a flourish. Having cultivated this technique for five to six years, he was naturally exceptionally skilled at it, achieving a considerable level of mastery, and could execute it with ease.

Shuiyun was a wandering heroine before marrying into the Tianshui Sect. Her parents were also knights, and she had no family sect background. The martial arts she possessed could naturally be passed on to whomever she chose. Lantian had repeatedly requested to learn from her, but Shuiyun had declined, citing his insufficient aptitude.

The courtyard of water charm

"Mother, are these people who came today really my second aunt's family? Why have I never heard of them before?" Lan Tian asked his mother, Liu Yun. He is the only child of Lan Hua

The Great Wind Sword Technique, understanding the wind and gaining insight, truly lives up to its name; once unleashed, it is like the wind itself, unpredictable and elusive

My dear grandson, you still wish to hide your abilities in front of your grandmother? Do you truly think I am unaware of your strength? Although your swordsmanship just now was quite exquisite, it did not fully showcase the essence of the Great Wind Sword Technique. Go, practice the Great Wind Sword Technique for me once more, and this time, you must give it your all. There are no outsiders here, so you need not worry about revealing your true power.

With a heart full of confusion, Ao Jue followed Shui Yun across the small courtyard and entered the inner chamber. As soon as he crossed the threshold, he was once again struck dumb by the scene before him. He could hardly imagine that behind this door lay such an arrangement; there were no tables, chairs, or beds, only a vast training room.

"Alright, Grandma." Ao Jue naturally understood Shui Yun's thoughts, so he said no more and walked straight to the weapon rack to take down a treasured sword

The sword is like a hurricane, surging and tumultuous. It is akin to towering waves crashing against the coastal rocks, fierce and formidable

Shuiyun unexpectedly transformed her residence into a training room, and even placed several pots of fresh flowers at the door as decoration to conceal it. This woman indeed has a unique mindset, aware of how to disguise her actions, especially since she is now the matriarch of a sect.

Grandmother is truly something; she actually allowed that arrogant person into her yard. Usually, she doesn't even let me visit her, and now that guy comes and is welcomed right in. Isn't this clearly implying that I am inferior to him? It really makes me furious with the situation.

"Jue'er, go fetch a sword and demonstrate the proud family's Great Wind Sword Technique for Grandma to see," Shuiyun said to Ao Jue.

This place has become faster, while that place has become slower. I never expected it could be used this way... Watching Shui Yun execute the Great Wind Sword Technique with such pride, I was thrilled. Its power is at least three levels higher than what I can produce. Truly, it is worthy of being a master of the martial world, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary.

"Jue Er, I will now demonstrate the Great Wind Sword Technique for you. You must observe closely and see what differences exist between my execution of the Great Wind Sword Technique and yours," Shui Yun said, and then summoned a long sword from the air and began to dance with it.

Even your grandmother has confirmed it, and it was your father who personally went to pick him up. Could there still be a mistake?" Liu Yun said

This ... ... , very well. " Proudly unable to refute Shuiyun's words, he helplessly performed the Great Wind Sword Technique once again, this time exerting eighty percent of his strength

Within the Tianshui Sect, there is a particularly opulent residence

Ao Jue never expected that his grandmother's residence would be decorated so exquisitely. Given Shui Yun's character, the most appropriate items to be placed in this small courtyard should be weapons such as swords and halberds, rather than flowers and herbs.

Shui Yun personally demonstrated the Great Wind Sword and the Book Technique; this heavenly opportunity was one that Ao Jue would never let slip by. Usually, he could only seek guidance from Ao Sheng, but Ao Sheng's martial arts skills were simply no match for the fragmented techniques of Shui Yun.

After Ao Jue demonstrated the Great Wind Sword Technique once more, Shui Yun expressed great satisfaction with his swordsmanship. She then began to point out the flaws in his technique one by one, offering her own suggestions. Shui Yun is a seasoned veteran of the martial arts world, and her insight is remarkably precise and unique. Even the flaws that Ao Jue had deliberately left open were noticed by her, which made Ao Jue feel quite embarrassed, truly a case of showing off in front of an expert.

What is this situation? Looking at the furious expression against the blue sky, Ao Jue was immediately stunned. He did not expect to have such a cousin, who was completely like a low-intelligence person, starting to question and blame without even understanding the situation.

Ao Jue executed the entire set of the Great Wind Sword Technique from beginning to end. After completing the full set of sword techniques, he sheathed his sword and stood still, awaiting Shui Yun's evaluation

The sword is like a gentle breeze, softly brushing against the face, as if caressing the cheek of a loved one, tender as water

This is truly the Great Wind Sword Technique. At only ten years old, he has barely reached the level of a second-rate swordsman. Not bad, really not bad. Looking at Ao Jue as he once again executed the sword technique from the *Illustrated Book of Swordsmanship*, Shui Yun smiled and nodded.

The proud figure swiftly maneuvered across the arena, and a steel sword in his hand suddenly became agile, resembling a spirit snake.

Shuiyun chuckled playfully, not expecting that her grandson would hide his true abilities right in front of her. Did he really think she was so easy to deceive

"Rest assured, Mother, I will not anger Grandmother," said Lantian as he walked towards Shuiyun's small courtyard, yet in his heart, he was determined to make Shuiyun aware that he was superior to that arrogant one.

"Grandmother, you have already passed on the Floating Leaf Sword Technique to him. I am not convinced. Today, I must let you know that I am much stronger than he is. Kid, come on, let's have a sparring session." Lantian, gripping the treasured sword in his hand without looking back, said angrily, like a raging bull.

Lantian said with some irritation that he often went to Shuiyun's courtyard to curry favor with her, but each time he was sent back by Shuiyun with some excuse. His visits to Shuiyun were not purely to please this grandmother; rather, he aimed to learn her unique skill, the Floating Sword Technique.

The long sword whirls, its blade gleaming with brilliance

Tian'er, do not act recklessly! Shuiyun was also infuriated by the words of the blue sky; this grandson, who speaks without thinking, has never given her a moment of peace.

The blue sky originally brought gifts, but upon entering the room, he saw Shuiyun concealing her swordsmanship for Ao Jue. He mistakenly thought that Shuiyun was teaching Ao Jue the Floating Sword Technique, and his mind immediately went blank, like a muddled mess. The gift fell from his hands, and he also forgot his mother's words of advice, and he shouted out loud.

The sword dances through the sky, brilliant and translucent

Tianshui Sect, Water Rhythm Residence, within the small courtyard

If you are not afraid of being chased away by your grandmother again, then you should go to her now. Remember to be careful and not say anything wrong

"Kid, come on, let's have a match and see who is stronger and who is weaker," Lan Tian shouted at Ao Jue, his head filled with blood.

The gentleness of the wind, the sharpness of the wind, the softness of the wind, the ferocity of the wind, the myriad changes of the wind—at this moment, all were displayed upon the sword held with pride in hand

In the exquisite small courtyard, several pots of fresh flowers and fragrant herbs are interspersed, their scents wafting through the air, filling the courtyard with a delightful aroma. Everything in this small courtyard is so finely crafted that even the flower pots are ancient artifacts inscribed with inscriptions

This time, the swordsmanship displayed an evident profundity, moving more slowly in slow moments and more swiftly in fast moments, suddenly appearing as if suspended in mid-air, motionless, and then suddenly striking with the ferocity of wind and thunder, sharp and imposing.

Grandmother, how could you teach your Floating Sword Technique to this kid? I have asked you so many times, yet you have never been willing to teach me. What is so special about him? The moment he arrived, you immediately passed on the Floating Sword Technique to him