CHAPTER 209: CHAPTER 213: CULTIVATION AND... GUIDANCE

Miao Yu and Miao Jie are actually considered quite talented among the Inner Sect disciples. Although they dare not claim to rank as True Disciples, stepping into Refining Spirit is not difficult for them, and they even have hopes of reaching Heaven-Stepping in the future.

Therefore, they were not very willing at heart to take care of Wang Junze. They only agreed because it was Luo Qingxuan who asked. Otherwise, if it had been Wang Junze himself, it would have been impossible for them to agree. After all, in terms of cultivation, Wang Junze had only just stepped into Refining Spirit, and the two of them did not believe Wang Junze could offer them any guidance.

However, what they discovered now completely overturned their perception of Wang Junze.

This was definitely not the mere bit of talent and good luck rumored recently within the sect.

As Inner Sect disciples of the Profound Moon Sword Sect, they had quite high standards and naturally understood that to trigger such changes in the Spirit Gathering Array, one would need to have at least ninety meridians opened and break through to Refining Spirit in the most perfect state.

Not to mention Inner Sect disciples, even True Disciples might not have many whose talent could compare to Wang Junze!

Thinking deeper, perhaps in two or three years, Wang Junze might become another prodigy like Luo Qingxuan. If they could seize this opportunity to closely associate with Wang Junze, the benefits they could gain in the future would be incalculable.

If at first they only reluctantly agreed because of Luo Qingxuan’s promise, now they sincerely wanted to get closer to Wang Junze.

Miao Jie stayed behind to continue handling the trivial matters in the Cave Mansion, while Miao Yu directly went to the elders of the sect to apply for modifications to the Spirit Gathering Array in the Cave Mansion.

At first, even the elder in charge of maintaining the arrays thought it was nonsense, suspecting Miao Yu didn’t understand anything and was babbling nonsense. It wasn’t until Miao Yu mentioned Luo Qingxuan’s name that he reluctantly brought his disciples to Wang Junze’s Cave Mansion.

But the moment he stepped into the Cave Mansion, this elder was shocked!

Compared to Miao Yu, he was all too familiar with these Spirit Gathering Arrays within the sect. It’s no exaggeration to say that Wang Junze’s rate of absorbing Spiritual Qi was almost ten times that of ordinary Refining Spirit disciples!

To know this, even the worst Refining Spirit disciples in the Profound Moon Sword Sect have over fifty meridians opened. Being ten times faster than these people, what does that mean?

Hundred Meridians Opening!

The elder responsible for maintaining the array immediately realized without much thought.

No, it wasn’t just the Hundred Meridians Opening at the time of vein opening, but also a perfect breakthrough into Refining Spirit afterward. Only with such combination could such a terrifying effect be achieved.

To maintain such a high consumption of Spiritual Qi, the specifications of the Spirit Gathering Array would almost have to be set to the standard used for Heaven-Stepping Realm True Disciples.

"No wonder the Sect Leader ordered all True Disciples to accept Wang Junze’s challenge... This is truly monstrous!"

The elder couldn’t help but mutter to himself with a wry smile.

Even though Wang Junze had just entered Refining Spirit, with such a foundation, there were probably very few in the entire sect at his level who could fight him.

Without much hesitation, he immediately issued a confidentiality order!

This kind of talent was too monstrous. Once spread, it could easily cause a huge stir and even threaten Wang Junze’s safety. Even if the possibility is minimal, he must strive to eliminate all dangerous sprouts.

"Prepare the materials and reset the Spirit Gathering Array. I’m going to see the Sect Leader."

After giving a few simple instructions, the elder headed straight for the hall where Zhou Dongfei was.

...

"Elder Geng, you did the right thing; for now, let’s keep this matter confidential."

Nodding slightly, Zhou Dongfei was not surprised by Geng Changfeng’s report. The Hundred Meridians Opening, coupled with the Water Sword Intent for Soul Tempering, it was not surprising that Wang Junze was able to cause changes in the Spirit Gathering Array. He had simply overlooked this before.

Once this news got out, it would be easy for others to deduce that Wang Junze was the legendary Hundred Meridians Opening, indeed adding some unnecessary risks.

"Sect Leader, if that’s the case... when Wang Junze takes action during the sect-wide competition, it might shake the entire Northern Domain. During such events, our sect allows outsiders to witness. Shouldn’t we reconsider?" Geng Changfeng couldn’t help but remind again.

"There’s no need!"

Shaking his head, Zhou Dongfei calmly replied, "Strength and talent are two different things. Even if someone guesses something, it won’t have too big an impact... Besides, with him in our sect, if there’s still any danger, then I, as the Sect Leader, would indeed be too incompetent."

At this moment, Zhou Dongfei also showed extremely strong resolve.

Slightly moved at heart, Geng Changfeng immediately vaguely grasped Zhou Dongfei’s intentions.

This sect-wide competition is not only meant to inspire the disciples of our sect but also to establish authority!

...

Wang Junze naturally was unaware of these matters.

Upon awakening from his cultivation state, he discovered those disciples rearranging the array in the Cave Mansion. Before he could inquire, Miao Yu proactively explained the situation to him.

Wang Junze didn’t mind too much.

Indeed, during his recent cultivation, he felt that the surrounding Spiritual Qi couldn’t keep up with his cultivation speed. Enhancing the Spirit Gathering Array’s effect now is certainly a good thing.

With the others busy rearranging the arrays, Wang Junze didn’t continue his cultivation but instead went outside to practice his sword.

"Brother Wang, could you guide us in Sword Dao?"

Seeing Wang Junze practicing, Miao Yu felt moved in her heart and quickly followed up, probing with her inquiry.

"Sure!"

Wang Junze willingly agreed without hesitation.

He originally planned to cultivate the Profound Moon Sword Technique, so guiding Miao Yu and Miao Jie was just a convenient action.

In fact, Miao Yu initially just wanted to take this opportunity to get closer to Wang Junze, but when Wang Junze started guiding them in Swordsmanship, she suddenly realized that compared to his cultivation talent, Wang Junze’s accomplishments in Sword Dao were even more terrifying.

The same basic Profound Moon Sword Technique, when executed by Wang Junze, felt seamless and naturally aesthetic. Even the simplest sword techniques exuded an indescribable charm.

Even just some casual pointers brought her and Miao Jie considerable benefits.

Miao Yu even had a feeling that Wang Junze’s understanding of the Profound Moon Sword Technique seemed to be more profound than that of the elders who previously taught them!

But... how could this be?! It must be just an illusion!

Actually, Miao Yu didn’t know; it wasn’t an illusion.

Although they practiced the same Profound Moon Sword Technique, the elders guiding the Inner Sect disciples on the sword techniques did not possess an understanding as deep as Wang Junze’s. After all, Wang Junze wasn’t merely practicing the Profound Moon Sword Technique; he was deconstructing each sword move with the Chess Swordsmanship. With different perspectives, his understanding of the sword techniques was naturally more profound.

The aid provided by the Chess Swordsmanship was not just limited to cultivation but offered a higher-level perspective and framework.

This is something that even Wang Junze himself hadn’t realized yet.