Chapter 2: The Sword of Pride and Mastery

"Xing, you are already five years old this year, and you are fully capable of practicing internal skills. Come to my training room tonight, and I will teach you the principles of internal cultivation." Ao Sheng nodded and said

"Yes, thank you, Father," Ao Jue exclaimed immediately.

I see. Ao Jue also thinks so. Martial arts differ from firearms; one can operate firearms after just one look. Martial arts are divided into internal and external skills, with many techniques and methods of exerting strength. Powerful and profound martial arts require strong internal energy as support to unleash their maximum power

This is a beautiful world, with pavilions and waterside pavilions surrounded by myriad flowers, a pool filled with clear light, and a gentle breeze passing by, instantly creating a shimmering surface of waves

Eat slowly, don't choke. Seeing Ao Jue eating quickly, Lan Ying served another bowl of soup to Ao Jue and said with concern, it seems that in her heart, Ao Jue must have endured hardships during sword practice in the morning, so he should replenish himself more during meals

Aosheng patiently explained, saying that he did not know whether Aojue could understand his words. Nevertheless, in Aosheng's heart, he believed that Aojue could understand. Aojue was able to walk independently at the age of two, and his speech was clear and fluent. His memory and comprehension were truly extraordinary.

As we broaden our perspective, we will notice a young child standing ten zhang away from Ao Sheng. This child is dressed in a white garment, with two dark, shiny little eyes fixed intently on Ao Sheng, who is practicing swordplay. The child's eyes follow the sword's movement, displaying remarkable agility and an endearing charm.

Aojue nodded and said that in his previous life as Juetian, although he was skilled in martial arts, his primary weapon was firearms. Now, transitioning from hot weapons to cold weapons, even though he has always been intelligent, he cannot fully comprehend and grasp everything in an instant.

Haha, Jue'er, you are thinking too simply. If merely memorizing the sword techniques meant mastering this set of swordsmanship, then the world would be filled with masters everywhere. How could there still be such a thing as secret manuals and extraordinary skills

After that, when Ao Sheng practiced swordsmanship, he would always have Ao Jue by his side to observe. Then, he would have Ao Jue demonstrate the techniques once, followed by explaining the aspects that Ao Jue did not understand.

"Jue'er, did you remember the sword technique I just demonstrated?" After finishing a set of sword moves, Ao Sheng walked over, squatted down, and asked Ao Jue.

I have noted it down, but I do not understand. In the past, my father’s swordsmanship was particularly swift and imposing, yet the set of sword techniques you used today was so slow, as if, as if it were akin to painting, plain and unremarkable

"Jue'er, come, eat shrimp. Your father has practiced swordsmanship for an entire morning and must be exhausted. You should eat more, and if it's not enough, your mother will have the kitchen prepare more for you." Lan Ying placed a lobster into Ao Jue's bowl, looking at him with a face full of affection.

Though spoken casually, the listener pays close attention. Although Ao Jue's voice was very soft, who is Ao Sheng? He is a top-tier expert in the martial world, with astonishing hearing. Every word spoken by Ao Jue was perfectly captured by Ao Sheng. At that moment, Ao Sheng was moved and asked Ao Jue to demonstrate the sword technique he had practiced earlier, which Ao Jue naturally performed exactly as before.

"However, Father, I always felt a very awkward sensation while wielding the sword just now, and I have been unable to execute this sword technique smoothly," said Ao Jue as he set down the wooden sword in his hand

"Gulu, gulu." Ao Jue tilted her head back and drank two mouthfuls of soup. Seeing that Lan Ying was only watching her eat with a loving gaze and had not yet picked up her chopsticks, she called out, "Mother, you should eat too." As she spoke, Ao Jue picked up Lan Ying's favorite dish and placed it into her bowl

When Ao Jue executed Ao Sheng's sword techniques in their entirety, Ao Sheng was immediately astonished. It is important to note that he only began practicing swordsmanship at the age of seven and often made mistakes. Now, Ao Jue was not yet three years old, yet his comprehension was even stronger than Ao Sheng's at the age of seven. Consequently, Ao Sheng was filled with excitement and pride for having such a clever and bright son as Ao Jue

After this explanation, an entire morning has already passed

"Jue Er, you will demonstrate the sword technique that I just used, and then I will explain the essence of this sword technique to you," said Ao Sheng.

Beside him, Ao Sheng looked at the mother and son, Lan Ying and Ao Jue, with warmth in his eyes. His wife was kind, gentle, and understanding, while his son was exceptionally intelligent, clever, and well-behaved. With such a wife and son, what more could he ask for

Jue Er, it is already quite remarkable that you can remember everything. This set of sword techniques is the treasure of our Ao Sword Manor and is the ancestral swordsmanship of the Ao family. The ability of Ao Sword Manor to stand firm for hundreds of years is largely due to this sword technique. Although I have previously demonstrated and explained several sword techniques to you, those techniques are far less profound than the one I just used. It is normal for you not to understand it; there is no need to worry.

At present, Ao Sheng began to explain the essence of the Great Wind Sword Technique to Ao Jue. His explanation was thorough and detailed, and Ao Jue listened with great interest, occasionally gaining insights, nodding from time to time, and occasionally displaying a look of sudden realization.

Bai Jian Mountain Villa, backyard

"Jue Er, now let me explain the essence of this sword technique to you. This sword technique is called the Great Wind Sword Technique. The wind is formless and traceless; no one knows from where it comes or where it dissipates. It appears gentle yet is extraordinarily fierce, unpredictable and mysterious, with a balance of slow and fast, softness and intensity. The Great Wind Sword Technique was derived from the insights of the ancestors of the Ao family who comprehended the nature of the wind..."

The man wielding the sword is Ao Sheng. Given his cultivation level, he should not be in such a predicament when practicing swordsmanship. Although the sword techniques he is currently displaying are sharp and exquisite, they do not represent the pinnacle of a top-tier expert. So, what could be the reason for his actions?

In spring and summer, the gentle breeze caresses, the waves of flowers resemble a sea, and the layers of blossoms sway with the wind, as if showcasing their graceful forms

Father, I want to learn internal skills. " After dinner, Ao Jue said with absolute confidence.

Well, Jue'er, you have indeed memorized this set of sword techniques completely. Although there are still some areas in the transitions and connections that seem a bit unnatural, it is already quite impressive. As soon as Ao Jue finished executing the sword techniques, Ao Sheng applauded loudly.

Good. Ao Jue picked up the small wooden sword beside him and walked to the open area, recalling the sword techniques previously used by Ao Sheng, and then executed them in the same manner

Aojue is only five years old this year. Due to concerns about affecting his physical development, Aosheng has not taught him any internal martial arts techniques. Without a strong internal foundation to support him, Aojue's swordsmanship naturally lacks a certain fierce aura, appearing somewhat weak and ordinary. Nevertheless, despite this, Aojue has executed Aosheng's previous sword techniques exactly as they were taught.

Thank you, Mother. " Ao Jue immediately responded obediently, picking up the lobster from the bowl and devouring it.

Since the age of two and a half, there was an occasion when Ao Sheng was practicing swordplay while Ao Jue watched nearby. Ao Jue noticed that Ao Sheng was repeatedly performing the same set of sword techniques, which appeared extremely monotonous, and felt exceedingly bored. Thus, he remarked, 'This sword technique is so simple, yet my father keeps practicing it repeatedly. Isn't he just wasting time?'

Amidst the surrounding flowers, on an expansive ground, a man is seen performing swordplay. The sword strikes the sky, his body moves in harmony with the blade, and the movements of the long sword are filled with profound intricacies, captivating the onlookers and bringing them joy, yet it does not lose its imposing aura of lethal intent

"Hehe, silly child, if I do not pass on my skills to you, who else could I possibly pass them to?" Ao Sheng said with a smile

"Alright, Mother will eat as well." Seeing that Ao Jue was so well-behaved, Lan Ying smiled and picked up the bowl.

The restaurant of Aojian Mountain Villa features several landscape paintings hanging on its four walls. In the center of the restaurant, a large square table is filled with a variety of delicious dishes, with a misty white vapor wafting from the delicacies, almost enveloping the entire dining table, creating a scene reminiscent of a celestial paradise.