章節 8: Chapter 7: First Encounter with Snowy Pride
"Calm cultivation made time pass swiftly. In the blink of an eye, the three-month period set by Master Ziyang had arrived. On this day, Master Ziyang once again entered the courtyard, scanning the surroundings before settling his gaze upon Luyun. His eyes lit up with enthusiasm, a joyful surprise painted across his face.
As Master Ziyang arrived, everyone halted their activities and gathered around him. With a pleased smile, he spoke, 'It's been three months, and it seems like you all have made rapid progress. Luyun, come forward. Let me see your current cultivation.'
Seeing the expression on his face, Luyun understood that he had noticed some progress. Stepping forward with a smile, Luyun replied, 'Master, does your disciple seem to be doing well?' There was a glint of enthusiasm in Luyun's eyes, quite alluring.
With a glance at the others, Master Ziyang smiled and said, 'I am delighted today because I've found the hope of our Yang Academy. That hope is Luyun. It's been exactly one hundred days since he arrived here, and if you observe carefully, you'll notice that within this time, he has mastered the first six tiers of our Easy Garden's 'Twelve Techniques of the Sky.' This is unprecedented in Easy Garden's history. With his talent, if he continues at this pace, he'll soon catch up with Li Hongfei and Zhang Aoxue, becoming the third outstanding figure in our Easy Garden's current generation, bringing unparalleled glory to our Yang Academy. I am truly overjoyed!'
Hearing this, astonishment and then delight spread across everyone's faces. After so many years, Yang Academy had finally encountered a youth of exceptional talent. It was an occasion for great joy. Encouraging looks were cast upon Luyun, hoping that he would continue striving and bring honor to Yang Academy. Smiling at his senior brothers, Luyun took it as his gratitude for their care and expectations.
After praising Luyun, Master Ziyang checked the progress of the other four disciples, all of whom satisfied him greatly. Addressing everyone, Master Ziyang continued, 'I've decided that from now on, I'll personally instruct Luyun in the advanced part of our sect's techniques and start teaching him the 'Raging Fire Celestial Sword Technique.' I hope he works hard to catch up with others. The other four disciples, your cultivation is commendable too. You will also learn the sword technique together. This time, we'll show the Qiankun Second Academy that we at Yang Academy also have outstanding talents. So, Luyun, you must work hard and not disappoint us! Tomorrow, we'll begin practicing the sword technique. Hopefully, two years later, you'll have a chance to participate in the Six Academies' Martial Arts Conference. Others, work hard together. Let's elevate the reputation of Yang Academy.' With these words, cheers erupted, excitement filling the air.
Watching everyone, Luyun's eyes gleamed with an unusual light. Gazing up at the sky, he revealed a smile, containing a hint of an enigmatic expression, perhaps conveying something to the heavens. From this moment on, Luyun's name began to spread throughout Easy Garden. In two years, it would shake the world and resonate across the realm of cultivating.
Since Master Ziyang had announced the instruction of the sword technique to Luyun, a year had passed. During this time, Luyun devoted all his energy to cultivation. Apart from mastering Easy Garden's techniques, he secretly practiced his five superior techniques and the ancestral creation, 'Boundless Heaven and Earth.' Progress came swiftly within this year. The wondrous and mysterious techniques taught by the strange master in his childhood had significantly improved. At this point, his cultivation had reached the latter stage of the Huanxu Realm, about to break through into the ninth level of the 'Indestructible' realm. Yet, Luyun sensed that he had reached a bottleneck. Breaking through further would likely take more time and effort.
In this one year, many things had changed. Luyun had already mastered the ninth tier of the 'Twelve Techniques of the Sky,' commencing his journey into the tenth tier. This was mainly due to his formidable cultivation. Simultaneously, he had also completed the 'Raging Fire Celestial Sword Technique,' capable of wielding its full power. However, Luyun intentionally held back a bit; he didn't want to draw too much attention, lest he be noticed.
After a morning of sword practice, Luyun didn't feel like continuing. He laid down on the grass outside the courtyard, basking in the sun. Just as he settled, a figure appeared next to him, startling him.
With a wide grin, Lin Yunfeng said, 'Luyun, haven't seen you in over a year, and I've managed to startle you already! How have you been? I've had a tough time dealing with that old Daoist. He's even tougher than my previous ghostly master, but my cultivation has improved a lot. How about you?'
Observing Lin Yunfeng, who hadn't changed much in a year, Luyun noted his significantly enhanced cultivation. It seemed he had already mastered the eighth tier of Easy Garden's techniques, quite impressive. Smiling faintly, Luyun replied, 'Let's rest for a while. I've missed you a lot this past year. Seeing you now, I see a great improvement in your cultivation. I'm genuinely happy for you. As for me, I've made some progress. I've completed the seventh tier of our sect's techniques and begun delving into the eighth.'
Reacting with shock, Lin Yunfeng exclaimed, 'You must be kidding me! You had no foundation before, and within a year, you've reached the seventh tier. Don't scare me; I'm really afraid! Many senior brothers in our place have been practicing for decades and haven't broken through the seventh tier yet. But you've done it in a year, you're truly a genius! Seems like you're aiming to catch up with Li Hongfei. He's said to have reached the tenth tier already. You should work hard; that guy's supposedly really powerful, on par with Zhang Aoxue from the Kun Academy.'
Luyun chuckled, 'Alright, no need to exaggerate. For this past year, how has your Demonic Slayer Sword technique been? Have you been able to slay any demons? With your progress in ghost-catching skills, have you had any personal experience?'
Grinning oddly, Lin Yunfeng replied, 'Need you even ask? Of course, I'm much more powerful now. No matter the monster or demon, they're just a piece of cake for me, easily captured. I'm now one of the top talents in our Yin Academy. In a year, there's a chance to participate in the Six Academies' Martial Arts Conference. How's that? Impressive, right?' He raised his head proudly, a comically proud appearance amusing Luyun.
Laughing, Luyun said, 'Great job, really impressive. You're way better than me. Let's work hard together. A year later, let's compete and see whose cultivation is deeper. Don't let me, a beginner, surpass you.'
Tauntingly, Lin Yunfeng retorted, 'Rest assured, I won't let you surpass me. Otherwise, all my previous efforts would have been for nothing! Alright, enough about that. Let me tell you a little secret. Ten miles east of Easy Garden, there's a Yin Pool with extremely cold water. They say there's a fish called the Moon White fish that emits a white light under moonlight, exceptionally beautiful. Supposedly, it tastes exquisite and, after consumption, generates internal heat, gradually transforming it into true qi. The more you eat, the more true qi you gain, enhancing your cultivation. Want to take a look? I've heard there's a beautiful woman there. Let's go and see?'
Luyun chuckled, 'You troublemaker, always up for shady things. I guess I'll have to accompany you; I've been bored enough. Let's go.' He got up.
Observing Luyun, Lin Yunfeng teased, 'You've also been learning for a year. Today, let me see how your cultivation has progressed. Let's have a little comparison. I want to see how well you've practiced your sword technique and if you've learned sword manipulation.' As he finished speaking, Lin Yunfeng performed a sword technique with his left hand, and a long sword on his back flew out, revolving around him mysteriously. Then, he floated upward with a slight tap of his right foot on the sword's hilt, hovering in mid-air, looking at Luyun."
"Luyun smiled faintly, pointing a finger towards the sky, and his long sword by his side immediately shot through the air, heading straight for Lin Yunfeng. With a yelp, Lin Yunfeng's footwork shifted, and in an instant, he moved six feet away, dodging Luyun's flying sword. At the same time, he cursed, 'Alright, you dare sneak attack me? Watch how I deal with you!' Having said that, he lunged towards Luyun.
Luyun remained calm, a hint of peculiar light gleaming in his eyes. He lightly tapped the ground with his toe, and in an instant, he soared into the air. Simultaneously, his sword flew back, appearing right beneath his feet. He gently landed on it as if weightless, and in an instant, he shot off like a streak of light, his body swiftly following the sword's trajectory, incredibly fast. Lin Yunfeng yelled, chasing after him on his sword, and in a flash, the two disappeared from the spot.
As the two left, Xuan Yu True Master and the other four academy heads suddenly appeared in the same spot. Watching the two tiny figures in the distant sky, a hint of surprise flickered in their eyes. Xuan Yu True Master chuckled, 'It seems this year's batch is our Easy Garden's most rewarding. Qian Academy has Li Hongfei, Kun Academy has Zhang Aoxue, and now Yin Academy has Lin Yunfeng. But our Yang Academy's Luyun, a true prodigy of the heavens and earth, can already control the sword within just a year. It's truly rare. This time's Martial Arts Conference might belong to our Easy Garden. Haha, we can finally hold our heads high again.'
Qian Yuan True Master, the head of Qian Academy, spoke up, 'It's hard to say. In every Martial Arts Conference, the first place is either taken by Tianjian Academy or Bodhi Academy. From the news we've gathered this time, Tianjian Academy has another extraordinary talent, a once-in-a-century genius. And Phoenix Academy has an unparalleled woman, reportedly a rare beauty not seen in centuries, with exceptional cultivation. As for Dao Garden, Confucian Garden, and Bodhi Academy, they remain enigmatic with no news at all. I don't think they'd lag behind. We must give our all this time, hoping that Hongfei and Aoxue can bring glory to Easy Garden.'
Upon hearing this, Xuan Yu True Master nodded slightly, while Xuan Yin True Master and Ziyang True Master showed displeasure. It seemed like they were blaming Qian Yuan True Master for only mentioning their disciples from Qian and Kun Academies, neglecting the other two academies. As if all the glory always belonged to Qian and Kun Academies. Ziyang True Master huffed, 'The competition is a year away. I believe that under my disciple Luyun's extraordinary talent and rapid progress, by then, his cultivation will surely soar, mastering the ninth or even the tenth tier of the Twelve Techniques. With that, we might be able to gain renown for Easy Garden at the Martial Arts Conference.'
Xuan Yu True Master glanced at everyone, noticing Xuan Yin's discontent, and seemed to want to say something. However, he shook his head slightly, 'Alright, I understand your words. We are all from Easy Garden. There's no need for meaningless talk. What's crucial now, a year before the conference, is how we elevate their cultivation. That's the most important. Additionally, there's something concerning the frequent appearance of Yin spirits and ghosts in the Shu Nan region. Xuan Yin, you should take some time to investigate personally. It's near Fengdu Ghost City, the only entrance to the Ghost Realm. Though sealed a thousand years ago by the Six Academies, it's always been the place with the heaviest ghostly aura. It's been so many years, so we must be cautious. Our Easy Garden has always stationed there to guard against the intrusion of ghostly creatures. Everyone should understand that our purpose is to guard the entrance to the Ghost Realm, preventing them from invading the human realm. Alright, everyone, disperse. I'll make a trip to Confucian Garden, but I'll be back in a day or two.' With that, Xuan Yu True Master's body faded instantly and disappeared. Such a mysterious technique.
Cutting through clouds, chasing the moon. Luyun transformed into a gust of wind, speeding ahead with unimaginable swiftness. Lin Yunfeng's clothes fluttered wildly as he gave chase. In the sky, two streaks of light flashed by, two figures disappearing in an instant. For them, ten miles was just a blink of an eye with their sword-flying abilities.
Lin Yunfeng grinned, 'Impressive, you're truly a genius. To elevate your cultivation to this level in just a year, it's astounding. The entire realm of cultivation probably doesn't have another prodigy like you. Alright, we're here, let's go down.' With that, he sheathed his sword, and they descended gracefully into the forest below.
Hovering in mid-air, Luyun's eyes showed a peculiar expression as he gazed at the forest below. He discovered that the view from above revealed an extraordinary formation within the trees. It seemed like something was being sealed or trapped inside. Seeing Lin Yunfeng descending, Luyun gently followed, landing beside him.
Lin Yunfeng grinned, 'The Cold Pond is just ahead. I've been here three times. Once, I accidentally saw a beautiful lady practicing swordsmanship here. Her sword skills were overwhelmingly dominant, incredibly astonishing. Hehe, you'll know when you see her. She's here today again. Did you hear that sound?'
Luyun listened carefully and indeed heard a strange sound emanating from deep within the forest, a sound that would be easily missed if not paying close attention. He didn't expect Lin Yunfeng to have such sharp hearing. With a somewhat surprised expression, Luyun asked, 'Yunfeng, do you know who that person is? Does it seem like she's very powerful? If we enter like this, won't we be noticed or misunderstood?'
Lin Yunfeng chuckled softly, whispering, 'Don't speak so loud. I brought you here because we're best friends. If it were someone else, I wouldn't tell them. Let's be careful and enter quietly. When we leave, we mustn't make any noise. I'll use a bit of magic, or else we might be discovered. Then, hehe, you'll see. It's best to draw your sword. Hehe, let's go.' With that, he grabbed Luyun's hand and softly chanted, 'Qiankun Without Limits, Borrowing Yin-Yang, Conceal!' As the words faded, a light mist flashed, and the two figures disappeared."
luyun was surprised by Lin Yunfeng's mastery of these techniques; he was quite adept at the "Yin-Yang Borrowing" method, which was truly mysterious. Alongside Lin Yunfeng, the two moved swiftly into the depths of the forest without making a sound. The surroundings were quiet, and the duo made their way quietly deeper into the densely packed trees, which gave an eerie, dark feeling.
Observing keenly, Land Yun quickly absorbed every detail of the area into his mind. Suddenly, a concealed seven-colored light flashed in his eyes, and his mind processed everything around him at a rapid rate of 6,400 thoughts per moment, rendering a clear image of the surroundings.
Land Yun's expression shifted as he discovered a strong accumulation of Yin energy deep within the forest, extremely well hidden. He realized that without his cultivation of "Limitless Universe" and his advancement to the seventh realm, "Harmony of Heaven and Earth," it would have been hard to detect. Another powerful aura was present in the Yin energy's convergence, somewhat familiar yet overwhelmingly potent, indicating profound cultivation.
Lin Yunfeng quickly led Land Yun to a small pond. Suddenly, a ferocious sword aura erupted, catching them off guard. Lin Yunfeng reacted swiftly, vanishing instantly, leaving Land Yun to face the overpowering sword energy.
Land Yun's expression shifted, accusing Lin Yunfeng of abandoning him in a dangerous situation. He wielded his longsword, unleashing a burst of intense red flame, illuminating the dark forest. Employing the "Fierce Fire Celestial Sword Technique," Land Yun's sword emitted a dazzling red light, resembling flames, striking fiercely to confront the opponent's sword. Their clash caused a massive explosion, clearing a vast space of about ten yards, leaving a gaping crater in its wake.
Despite calling out for the attacker to reveal themselves, there was no response, and a more formidable sword energy assault followed, shattering Land Yun's protective aura. Dodging quickly, he moved away but found himself in a precarious situation, unable to discern the assailant's whereabouts.
In an effort to locate the hidden adversary, Land Yun utilized his heightened senses, detecting Lin Yunfeng's location. He was surprised to discover that the hidden opponent was a woman, though her movements were too fast to discern her features clearly.
Fighting back against the onslaught, Land Yun's longsword emitted nine immensely powerful sword auras, aiming to halt the assailant's advances. However, the opponent's attack was relentless, making it hard for Land Yun to breathe.
Amidst the chaos, Lin Yunfeng's voice emerged, surprised that Land Yun had detected his hiding spot. Meanwhile, Land Yun continued to struggle against the assailant's formidable attacks, unable to use his full potential due to Lin Yunfeng's presence.
Suddenly, Lin Yunfeng reappeared, summoning a powerful sword energy in the form of a phoenix, aiming at the mysterious opponent. Simultaneously, a figure cloaked in white appeared nearby.
This girl, with her serene countenance and pure aura, left Land Yun in awe. Though in her early twenties, her appearance was ethereal, exuding a sense of purity and aloofness. She stood gracefully with a violet-hued sword gleaming above her, presenting an untouchable presence.
Land Yun couldn't help but be puzzled by her identity. Glancing at Lin Yunfeng, he noticed a trace of fear in his eyes, suggesting he might know her.
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