Chapter 4, The Legendary Swordsman

I heard that you are going to duel with Gongsun Su in five days

Certainly, the emergence of this situation is not due to anything else; it can only signify that Gongsun Su is too well-known, having entered the sight of everyone, to the extent that most students and instructors in the academy pay attention to matters related to him.

This news has already been heard by quite a number of people throughout the entire academy

Unrestrained

The Burial Sword Technique! Is it truly the miraculous swordsmanship known as the Burial Sword Technique?

Have you heard of this sword burial technique

Upon hearing this name, Qin Qing's eyes instantly filled with an indescribable joy

Are you Wang Ting

There is indeed an insurmountable gap between intermediate swordsmen and advanced martial artists, but the final outcome can only be determined through actual combat.

The sixth-level mental scale, although it cannot achieve the external projection of mental power or the manipulation of objects with the mind, can still rely on the keen sensitivity to airflow to make predictions for the vast majority of attacks.

Hmm?

Wang Ting let out a cold snort, as if thunder had erupted in the mental realm of the two individuals completely overwhelmed by his presence. Suddenly jolted awake from that fear, the two felt their legs weaken, unable to resist collapsing to the ground, their limbs trembling, their gazes towards Wang Ting filled with endless terror

The advanced swordsman is already somewhat inferior to the master he was at the height of his powers, especially since he is willing to teach the top-tier martial art of Wanliu Swordsmanship to the academy's students. Such a master deserves a measure of respect from his royal court

Indeed, it is the Burial Sword Technique wielded by the legendary swordsman Feng Sui from back in the day

Set the goal at the court of the world's number one swordsman, and do not refuse any form of challenge

This is the family crest of the Xi family, the ruling family of our B Shui City... Mentor Xi Ruo Jian, are you a member of the Xi family

At this moment, while instructing a student on the basic movements of the Wànliú Dòujiàn martial arts, Mentor Xianru finally noticed the unusual situation here and, speaking, walked over.

Hehe, it seems you are quite confident. Gongsun Su is an advanced intermediate swordsman and is considered one of the outstanding seed students in our entire Xuanzhong Advanced Swordsman Academy. He is expected to become a genius high-level swordsman before graduation. If I am not mistaken, you are currently just a high-level martial artist.

Hmph

Xi Ruo Jian's gaze fell upon Wang Ting: "In these five days, if you can master the basics of the Burial Sword Technique, at least you won't lose too embarrassingly. If you can practice it to a beginner's level, there might indeed be a glimmer of hope for victory. However, this sword technique is extremely difficult to master; some people spend their entire lives without succeeding in it. There was once a swordsmanship master who spent a full three years but still could not grasp the basics. Right now, you only have five days, and after five days, you will face a grueling battle. You can choose to handle this duel in your own way, or you can try this Burial Sword Technique."

Seeing the two veteran students, Yu He and Lei Ming, appearing so flustered in front of a new student who had been enrolled for less than three days, several nearby students couldn't help but let out a sneer

A swordsmanship that even the masters of swordsmanship cannot master has already been sufficient to ignite the fighting spirit of the royal court

I know what you want to ask, you should be familiar with this

Yu He and Lei Ming observed Wang Ting's sudden shift in tone, completely disregarding the two of them, as if they were cats whose tails had been stepped on, their eyes flashing with a cold, fierce light

Wang Ting glanced at the young and beautiful mentor and calmly said, "Professional rank does not represent absoluteness"

Noticing the disdain and contempt in the gazes of those students, Yu He and Lei Ming felt their faces flush with embarrassment, each feeling unable to lift their heads. However, the psychological impact of Wang Ting's earlier intimidation was so profound that it left them weak and unable to stand up.

Xi Ruo Jian nodded with interest: "If you were a formal swordsman, you might have a slight chance of defeating Gongsun Su. However, right now, you are not even a formal swordsman; you are merely a high-level martial artist." After saying this, she shook her head again

Yes, Miss Xi Ruojian, your decision is very wise

Even some nearby students displayed expressions of astonishment on their faces

Xi Ruo Jian spoke as she took out an exquisitely crafted gemstone ring, which was engraved with intricate needle-point patterns

We await with great anticipation

With this almost supernatural ability to predict the trajectory of bullets, he did not lack any hope against the previous mid-level swordsman

It is my honor

These two individuals are still high-level martial artists, yet I truly cannot comprehend how, with their demeanor, they have managed to cultivate themselves to the level of high-level martial artists

After finally regaining some strength, Yu and Lei Ming managed to stand up. However, their gazes towards the royal court were still filled with an indescribable fear. At this moment, if the royal court were to shout at them again, it would undoubtedly frighten them to the point of rolling on the ground.

At the same time, she vaguely understood that it must be Gongsun Su, who, as a mid-level swordsman, was audaciously bullying the weak in his confrontational stance against the royal court. Such behavior had provoked Miss Xi Ruo Jian's displeasure. Furthermore, the actions and words of Yu He and his associates had offended the dignity of Bishi City, which compelled her to step forward, willing to wager on the royal court by revealing the cultivation methods of the Burial Sword Technique.

"Yu He and Lei Ming, being such grown individuals, what are you doing sitting on the ground? Are you acting like children throwing a tantrum? Why don't you get up?"

However, before they had the chance to speak, Wang Ting's cold and fierce gaze instantly fell upon the two of them. The powerful mental force of a sixth-tier mental practitioner seemed to form a sharp sword imbued with boundless bloodshed and slaughter, ruthlessly piercing through their eyes and striking down into their spiritual realm

In the world from which the royal court hails, the practice of swordsmanship has completely declined, replaced instead by methods of cultivating mental abilities. In other words, behind the royal court, there exists a complete system of cultivation that supports him.

Wang Ting understood the gap between high-level martial artists who excel in physical strength and mid-level swordsmen who have refined their techniques into their very bones. Under normal circumstances, even if he mastered the most exquisite swordsmanship, he would have no chance of turning the tables. Gongsun Su only needed to rely on his professional rank, which surpassed Wang Ting by two levels, to defeat him, as sheer strength can overcome skill.

Let us roll? What great audacity...

However, I have another question, and I hope that Mentor Xi Ruojian can enlighten me.

Go away

Alright, I do not wish to see troublemakers like you in my classroom, you may leave

Qin Qing responded with some excitement, as being able to converse with the daughter of the Lord of Bichui City was a tremendous honor for her, given her status as a commoner

Xi Ruo Jian waved his hand to dismiss the two individuals. After they left the hall in a somewhat disheveled manner, his gaze fell upon Wang Ting with a hint of surprise.

Yes

The students spoke with a tone that seemed to be filled with mockery towards the two individuals' behavior of wielding power through the influence of others

Yes, it is, Mentor Xi Ruojian

In an instant, the two seemed to be enduring the agony of a thousand cuts, their entire bodies trembling uncontrollably, their faces turning pale and filled with horror

Wang Ting, I can discern a strong confidence in your tone. Although I do not know the source of your confidence that allows you to face the challenge of a mid-level swordsman without fear, it has piqued my interest. If you do not mind, over the next five days, I can teach you a sword technique, the Burial Sword Technique, which will at least ensure that you do not lose too disgracefully.

Yes

What is going on with the "and - diagram - book"? Why is there so much noise?

As she approached, all eyes were immediately drawn to Wang Ting, Yu He, and others. Upon seeing the two students, Yu He and Lei Ming, trembling on the ground, everyone wore expressions of astonishment and sneers.

But do not forget, in addition to being a high-level warrior, he is also a sixth-level psychic.

So, my little genius from B Shui City, can you accept my reasoning? Can the name of B Shui City resonate through this battle in the Xuan Zhong Advanced Swordsman Academy under your hands

Of course, the greatest legendary swordsman of our Tai Xuan Kingdom, Feng Sui, established his legendary title through a single battle using his swordsmanship. He relied on the miraculous techniques of the Burial Sword Art: the Burial Sword, the Sword Strike, and the Sword Attack, achieving a one-hit kill. He defeated the swordsmanship master, Reno, in one fell swoop, thereby receiving the legendary swordsman title bestowed by His Majesty, the Lord of the Divine Sword.

Xi Feng is my great-grandfather, and the current lord of B Shui City, Xi Mang, is my father. My great-grandfather, Xi Feng, was one of the direct disciples of the legendary swordsman Feng Sui. Wang Ting, as the most outstanding genius martial artist in this examination from B Shui City, I certainly do not wish for him to perish before he has had the chance to showcase his brilliance at the Xuan Zhong Advanced Swordsman Academy. Such an outcome would be a significant loss for our entire B Shui City

Xi Ruo-jian cast a glance at Yu He and Lei Ming, slightly furrowing his brow

To bully a female student, they were quite pleased with themselves, but when the actual person showed up, they were nearly scared out of their wits. Truly a typical lackey.