Chapter 3, Xi Ruo Jian

What city is B Shui Cheng? How come I have never heard of it?

Hmm, let me see, who have I discovered? It turns out to be the renowned genius martial artist Wang Ting from our academy

As they spoke, the two individuals scrutinized Wang Ting with their piercing gazes, their eyes unabashedly assessing him, as if they were looking at a fool who overestimated his own abilities

Over a hundred martial artist-level students, so many? It's enough to scare someone to death

It has nothing to do with us; does it have anything to do with you? Could it be...

After Mentor Xi Ruojian finished speaking, it indeed caused quite a stir below

Yu He and Lei Ming, are you both currently attending Professor Xi Ruojian's course? Are you two trying to offend Professor Xi Ruojian with your sarcastic remarks?

If it were not for the consideration that both of these individuals are advanced martial artists, one might have already been unable to restrain oneself from taking action to teach them a lesson

May I ask what your name is, this student

Qin Qing saw that these two individuals were clearly targeting Wang Ting, and immediately stepped forward, her expression serious as she shouted.

Haha, could it be that we have touched a nerve and made you angry?

Advanced Swordsman

I never expected that Mentor Xi Ruojian would actually be a high-level swordsman, no wonder at such a young age, he could become a mentor at the academy

Isn't it so? The first genius who stands out among hundreds of martial arts students, what an extraordinary honor this is? Under the brilliance of such glory, I find it somewhat blinding, no wonder he has the audacity to disregard Senior Gongsun Su and dare to challenge him.

Just as the entire court was immersed in this swordsmanship, two voices suddenly came from the side, speaking with a cold and proud demeanor

Provocation? Is it worth my challenge as a prospective swordsman about to be promoted to a formal swordsman, to provoke a high-level martial artist who has just been promoted to the academy?

Wow!

The Wanliu Doujian technique possesses a power that is hardly inferior to the ancient swordsmanship sect of our world—the Taibai Sword Sect's Seventy-Two Linked Swords. Only the true disciples and direct disciples of the Taibai Sword Sect are qualified to learn the Seventy-Two Linked Swords, and even they cannot fully master the technique; typically, only the sect leader can learn it in its entirety. This swordsmanship is considered top-tier, even among the elite techniques in the world of sword practitioners, and is regarded as a precious treasure by those who practice swordsmanship. However, it is astonishing that such a technique, comparable to the Seventy-Two Linked Swords, has appeared in this academy. Any student interested in it can continue their studies by paying a sufficient amount of money.

Thus

Isn't that so, Miss Hailin'er? What a status it is, being the daughter of Count Haino. A mere swordsman, not even a true warrior, dares to set his sights on the daughter of Count Haino. Is this an attempt to climb the social ladder and achieve wealth and power in one fell swoop?

Since everyone is here to study at the academy, I will not waste your valuable time. After all, two years ago, I was also a part of the Xuanzhong Advanced Swordsmanship Academy, and I understand your eagerness to engage with advanced sword techniques at this moment

Yang Zhiyuan, I am Yang Zhiyuan, the son of Sir Yang Wenshu, the great swordsman

With her exquisite features and slender figure, every movement she makes exudes a unique beauty. Even setting aside her swordsmanship, simply watching such a beautiful instructor teach the art of the sword is a most delightful experience. Consequently, the gaze of most students is fixed on Instructor Xi Ruo and her illustrations, absorbing the knowledge imparted by her. Among these students is also Wang Ting.

You all ... ...

Good morning, esteemed students

Do not use Mentor Xi Ruo Jian as a shield; we have not done anything, merely observing this fool who aspires to something beyond his reach, even harboring inappropriate thoughts towards Miss Hai Lin Er. He even went so far as to accept the duel proposed by Senior Gongsun Su. Individuals of Senior Gongsun Su's caliber are not someone a mere martial artist like you can look up to

Yu He, Lei Ming

Watching Mentor Xi Ruojian demonstrate on the platform, Wang Ting felt a quiet sense of awe within.

The one who asked this question was Qin Qing, standing beside the royal court

This remark indeed attracted the attention of many people

Alright, may all students please be quiet. Now, I will teach you some basic movements of the Wanliu Dousword technique and the essential skills that need to be mastered.

"Alright, Yang Zhiyuan, if you can proficiently demonstrate the Wanliu Doujian technique and fully grasp its fundamental applications within three days, I will answer your question." With that, Xi Ruojian cast a glance over the many students present: "If anyone has questions they wish to ask, then let me first see your efforts. Mastering the basic applications of this sword technique within three days should not be a difficult task for all of you talented students from various regions of the kingdom, should it?"

If I could become a high-level swordsman, I would be able to live a life free from financial worries. Even if I were to sit at home doing nothing, I would not have to worry about starving to death

Leiming's gaze swept back and forth between Qin Qing and Wang Ting: "Could it be that the two of you have some sort of illicit affair or ulterior motive?"

Although you may not have heard of it, this does not mean that B Shui City does not exist. As far as I know, B Shui City is one of the most renowned cities in the Luo River Province, with a population of as many as 400,000. If we include its subordinate areas, the population is even larger. Moreover, there are over a hundred martial artist students at the third-level swordsman academy in B Shui City.

Although I am a high-level swordsman, I have only mastered this sword technique to the stage of great accomplishment. However, given another five or six years, I am confident that I can bring it to its peak.

A high-ranking swordsman, if able to complete certain tasks issued by the kingdom, can already receive a title of nobility and become a noble knight. Once one becomes a knight, they will be exempt from all taxes. If our family has such a knight, we will no longer need to place our family business under the name of Sir Roch, thus avoiding the annual payment of a substantial amount of money.

Mentor Xi Ruojian is passionately teaching and demonstrating on the high platform

The numerous students, in a lively uproar, found this instructor to be approachable, yet each of them was determined to put in their utmost effort to master this swordsmanship, not wanting to be looked down upon by this beautiful instructor

"Master Xi Ruo Jian, are you the instructor of this swordsmanship, a high-level swordsman who has perfected this art to its pinnacle?"

A young woman stepped onto the podium and smiled as she said, "I am your instructor for the advanced swordsmanship course 'Wàn Liú Dòu Jiàn Shù', Xu Ruo Jian. If all of you are interested in this swordsmanship, you will be learning with me for a considerable amount of time to come"

What does this have to do with you?

A young trainee in their twenties immediately spoke up to inquire, appearing more concerned about the age of Mentor Xi Ruo Jian than about the Wan Liu Dou Swordsmanship she was teaching.

"Calling out? A sibling romance? In my opinion, what is the point of finding such an inexperienced little kid? This junior, if you want to find someone, come to me. Rest assured, I will definitely satisfy your desires in bed to the fullest."

Wang Ting responded with a sound, his gaze shifting back to the instructor Xi Ruo Jian, who was teaching swordsmanship: "Since it is not a provocation, then get lost"

Qin Qing, seeing the two behave so rudely, was extremely angry, and the finely crafted steel sword hanging at her waist was instantly drawn from its sheath

As soon as Xi Ruojian finished speaking, a strong uproar erupted among the students, not for any other reason, but because of Master Xi Ruojian's profound cultivation

The sword cultivation system in this world is so refined and advanced that it far exceeds his imagination. The swordsmanship that any student in the academy can learn is already so exquisite; what level must the swordsmanship of those sword masters have reached

Xi Ruo Jian spoke as he demonstrated on a small platform in the center of the hall: "The Wanliu Fighting Sword Technique is a form of combat swordsmanship, not merely a performance swordplay characterized by flashy moves. The essence of this sword technique lies in the two characters 'Wanliu.' 'Wan' signifies thousands, while 'liu' refers to flowing like clouds and water. Just as its name suggests, this technique emphasizes the ability to unleash thousands of sword strikes in one breath, without the slightest hint of chaos, maintaining a continuous flow akin to clouds and water. It is a powerful offensive swordsmanship; once the initiative is seized, the destructive power unleashed by this technique is unimaginable, leaving the enemy with no opportunity to catch their breath or turn the tide... Of course, the prerequisite is that you truly grasp the essence of the Wanliu Fighting Sword Technique, enabling you to execute thousands of sword strikes without trembling hands or chaotic feet, consistently flowing like clouds and water, unbroken and continuous. ... Of course, the prerequisite is that you truly grasp the essence of the Wanliu Fighting Sword Technique, enabling you to execute thousands of sword strikes without trembling hands or chaotic feet, consistently flowing like clouds and water, unbroken and continuous. ..."

You scoundrels

Many people seemed not to have anticipated that the instructor of this swordsmanship, as well as the librarian, was actually a woman in her twenties, and moreover, a charming and attractive female instructor. The moment she entered the hall holding her sword, her graceful and heroic demeanor had already caused many students to cheer and shout.

"Mentor Xi Ruo Jian, were you also a student at the academy two years ago? Does that mean you are only twenty-four years old now?"

Having just graduated from the Xuanzhong Advanced Swordsman Academy two years ago, this high-level swordsman, estimated to be no more than twenty-four years old, possesses extraordinary talent. Even within the entire Xuanzhong Advanced Swordsman Academy, this instructor can certainly be regarded as one of the genius figures.

The Ten Thousand Streams Sword Technique is one of the most renowned among the eight major sword techniques of our Xuanzhong Advanced Swordsman Academy. Furthermore, it is the foundation that enables our academy to rank among the five major academies of the kingdom. Throughout the entire kingdom, there are thousands of warriors practicing this sword technique; however, those who can truly master its authentic methods are few and far between. Once you have entered the realm of this sword technique, it can serve as a source of pride for you before becoming a formal swordsman. If you can become proficient and skilled in it, even as you reach the intermediate swordsman level, it can become your ultimate skill for defeating enemies. Once you have cultivated it to a level of great achievement and peak mastery, even if you are a high-level swordsman, this sword technique can fully unleash your potential.

At this moment, Wang Ting finally spoke, his gaze shifting from the stage where Mentor Xi Ruojian stood to He He and Lei Ming: "Are you provoking me?"

Neil, do not speak nonsense. This individual is not only the top genius of the Third Intermediate Swordsman Academy in Bichui City, but also the foremost genius among all eight Intermediate Swordsman Academies in Bichui City. Do you understand what it means to be the top genius? The most outstanding talent in the entire city!