CHAPTER 43: CHAPTER 46: SWORD TECHNIQUES

"Remarkable!"

Looking at Wang Junze, Luo Qingxuan sincerely praised, "In terms of the understanding of Sword Intent, even when I was at this realm, I was no match for you."

"The Saintess flatters me. It was merely some good fortune, and during my Sword Enlightenment, the Commandery Princess lent me a hand, allowing me to barely break through," Wang Junze explained as he sheathed his sword.

"I see, it seems Princess Changlin favors you quite a bit!" The City Lord of Jubei City nodded, speaking softly, though his words carried a somewhat indescribable undertone.

Observing the rain while achieving Sword Enlightenment is indeed astonishing, but with Su Yuwei’s help, it’s barely acceptable. Nevertheless, Wang Junze’s talent in Sword Dao is already incredibly fearsome.

"On the path of cultivation, there is no such thing as luck." Shaking her head, Luo Qingxuan spoke softly, "Never attribute someone’s strength to mere luck!"

Without waiting for Wang Junze’s response, Luo Qingxuan continued, "Back to the main issue. Regarding Sword Intent, I do not recommend you to further comprehend it for now. In the short term, there is unlikely to be any significant improvement. The right path is to find ways to enhance your strength first."

"As for Sword Techniques, you now need to cultivate more Sword Techniques. After all, when facing others in combat, you cannot always resort to just one strike. Firstly, it is hard to control its power; you can’t always strike with the intent to kill, can you?" Shaking her head, Luo Qingxuan continued, "Secondly, such a full-force explosion greatly depletes True Qi. Even if you have opened sixty or seventy meridians, at most, two or three strikes will exhaust you."

Hearing this, Wang Junze was slightly moved.

The consumption of this strike is indeed large, but not to the extent where it can only be executed once or twice. According to my knowledge of True Qi consumption, it should be usable for more than five times.

The enhancement from the Hundred Meridians Opening in this aspect is already extremely formidable.

Of course, even so, the problem Luo Qingxuan mentioned still exists.

Naturally, Luo Qingxuan was unaware of Wang Junze’s thoughts and continued, "Therefore, what you need most now are Sword Techniques and a Cultivation Technique."

"Actually, whether you enter the Judgment Department or join our sect, both these issues are easily resolved. However... it is a bit tricky now," after thinking for a while, Luo Qingxuan continued, "This way, I previously happened to acquire a Sword Manual, but it is just a fragment missing the core parts. However, it is good enough for a transition for now."

"As for the Cultivation Technique, there’s no way at present... but fortunately, it’s not urgent. Once you make your choice, these issues will naturally be resolved."

"And such fragments are mostly related to relics. When you enter the relics, perhaps you will have the chance to obtain a complete Sword Manual."

As she spoke, Luo Qingxuan swiped her wrist, and a Sword Manual appeared in her hand, which she directly handed to Wang Junze.

With a slight twitch of his eyelids, Wang Junze realized that Luo Qingxuan’s bracelet was the legendary Spatial Bracelet, a truly precious Treasure. Apart from Luo Qingxuan and Su Yuwei, perhaps only the City Lord of Jubei City might possess such a Spatial Treasure.

"Thank you, Saintess!"

Bowing slightly, Wang Junze accepted the Sword Manual with both hands.

Being left with a Sword Manual by Luo Qingxuan, even if it’s a fragment, it is undoubtedly extremely precious. If brought out, it would surely cause countless Martial Artists to fight over it. This favor is equally heavy.

"No need to be polite. If there is anything you don’t understand during cultivation, feel free to ask me at any time." With a slight smile, Luo Qingxuan continued, "Also, if you truly wish to investigate the matter of the Deserters, make sure to be safe. When the time comes to take action, regardless of who the opponent is, show no mercy."

"I will remember!"

Nodding seriously, Wang Junze replied.

"You want to investigate the traitors colluding with the Deserters?" Hearing the conversation between Wang Junze and Luo Qingxuan, the City Lord of Jubei City raised his eyebrows slightly and looked at Wang Junze, saying, "Indeed, I have received intelligence that Deserters have infiltrated Jubei City in the past two days. However... this matter is far more dangerous than you imagine. Do you really wish to get involved?"

"Yes!"

After a moment of silence, Wang Junze earnestly replied, "I am well aware of the danger, but if I cannot handle this amount of danger, what qualification would I have to enter the relics in the future?"

"Well said!"

Nodding, Luo Qingxuan praised, "A Martial Artist should be fearless and resolute, especially a Sword Cultivator. Without this spirit of bending rather than enduring, no matter how talented, one cannot become a true strong power!"

Upon hearing this, the City Lord of Jubei City couldn’t help but smile bitterly, "With the Saintess’s words, I have no further argument. Very well, the young should have the edge of youth, let him go."

"Yes!"

Wang Junze responded again.

"Alright, look over the Sword Manual first. If there’s anything you don’t understand, feel free to ask me anytime." With a wave of her hand, Luo Qingxuan picked up her teacup and started sipping tea again.

"Haha, indeed it’s the right way. I shall instruct the steward to find accommodation for you," the City Lord of Jubei City also laughed in agreement.

This time Wang Junze did not refuse, instead sat down beside them, earnestly perusing the Sword Manual.