Chapter 508

At this moment, Xu Yan’s face was filled with shock.

Is this the third realm of Sword Dao?

All swords know their sword?

The sword knows its own Sword Dao, the Sword Intent knows its own Sword Intent; a thought arises, a myriad of swords appear, but the sword knows by itself how to counter the enemy, as the mind thinks, believes, contemplates?

A wise sword!

What kind of Sword Dao, endows the sword with wisdom?

Once the sword is out, I don’t have to do anything, the sword will fight the enemy itself?

The sword understands the law of Sword Dao itself?

Xu Yan was incredibly shocked, the Wisdom Sword Realm was too profound and arcane, as if it was beyond normal human comprehension.

Li Xuan watched the shocked Xu Yan, silently nodding in his heart. The more his disciple was shocked, the stronger he would become once he comprehended it.

Looking at the Daoist Golden Book formed on the Soul Pedestal, the information of Wisdom Sword Realm lay there:

Perfection Level: Medium.

Connection Degree of realms: Above medium.

Comprehension Difficulty: Extremely high.

Cultivation Difficulty: High+.

The Wisdom Sword Realm had an extremely high level of comprehension difficulty, this realm marked a tremendous leap.

Even Li Xuan, despite racking his brains, couldn’t reduce the comprehension difficulty.

It’s just too profound and arcane.

But if it was not made to be so profound, it wouldn’t appear as powerful. Li Xuan was not willing to compromise, so he kept it as it is.

Though there was an extremely high difficulty in comprehension, he had confidence in Xu Yan.

From initially cultivating a randomly improvised Cultivation Technique, Xu Yan has grown. His Martial Arts realm is not low now, and he has broken through the Heart Sword Realm. So it can be said that he has a solid foundation.

It is possible to comprehend the Wisdom Sword Realm, it just needs a longer time.

“Disciple, this is the wonder of the Wisdom Sword Realm, and it is also a representation of it. But the Wisdom Sword Realm is not limited to this;

“For Sword Dao cultivators, they must understand the Wisdom Sword. There is a saying, ‘the wisdom sword cuts down inner demons, it cuts emotional ties, it cuts self-attachment… it cuts all obstructions and distractions.’

“Break through mental barriers, break through all kinds of demon hindrance, break through all unknowns… The heart possesses wisdom sword, purifies oneself, everything is a part of ‘me’. Not confused, not aimless, not bleak, not self-deluded, not cowardly…”

Li Xuan looked solemn as he passed on the Wisdom Sword Realm to Xu Yan.

At this moment, while Xu Yan was shocked, he also felt inspired, as if a light had been switched on in his brain. The more he contemplated, the more profound the Wisdom Sword Realm seemed.

“… The heart possesses the wisdom sword, it purifies the self, everything is a part of ‘me’… Not aimless, not bleak, not cowardly…”

Li Xuan opens up again, “Disciple, the wonders of the Wisdom Sword, cannot be comprehended in a short while, do not get too engrossed in it. Wait till your Primordial Spirit is complete and you understand the wonders of Heaven and Earth Laws, perhaps then you will be able to cultivate the Wisdom Sword Realm.

“From general associations one may obtain specific information, from comprehending yourself, perhaps one day, with a flash of inspiration, you will understand, how to cultivate the Wisdom Sword Realm.”

Compared to the martial arts of the Divine Skill Realm, understanding the Wisdom Sword Realm is much harder, even a genius like Xu Yan can’t comprehend it in a short time.

About time to first understand the Divine Skill Realm martial arts, maybe after that’s understood, then a clue about the Wisdom Sword Realm will emerge?

“Yes, Master, I understand!”

Xu Yan respectfully replied.

The Wisdom Sword Realm was too profound. The master was right, maybe he would be able to cultivate the Wisdom Sword Realm after he fully understood the Divine Skill Realm, or after solidifying his Primordial Spirit, understanding the wonders of the Heaven and Earth Laws?

His Heart Sword Realm had just made a small achievement, and was still far from its peak.

Moreover, perhaps one day he could draw inferences about other cases, and he would get enlightened?

“Hmm, it’s good that you understand.”

Li Xuan nodded.

The master and disciple returned to their residence.

On the way, Li Xuan lifted his eyes to look, there was Yue’er with her grandfather, searching for something. But the peculiar arrangement of Heaven and Earth enveloped the two, so they couldn’t find him.

He smiled, ignoring it. That girl was a little interesting, and her talent was pretty good.

Unfortunately, she was not suitable as his disciple.

And he had no new Martial Arts to teach either.

As for a disciple-in-law, Xu Yan already had two female followers. As for the matter of fate, it was all up to his disciple to settle, being a master, he wouldn’t bother about it.

Returning to their residence, Xu Yan entered into a state of seclusion, half cultivating, half comprehending his own Sword Dao, half comprehending the martial arts of the Divine Skill.

The next day.

Upon the mountain peak, this time it was Meng Chong.

The third realm of the Dao of the Sword, it was time to impart it to Meng Chong.

Though Meng Chong’s talent was not as monstrous as Xu Yan’s, he had a unique talent in the Dao of the Sword.

“The beginning of the Dao of the Sword lies in the awakening of the Sword Soul, you have awakened the Sword Soul, naturally you understand its mysteries.

“The second realm of the Dao of the Sword is the Concealed Sword Realm. Your senior brother’s Heart Sword Realm, you also understand some of it. The Concealed Sword Realm not only refers to concealing the edge, but also to the essence of the sword hidden everywhere in Heaven and Earth. It coincides with the Heart Sword Realm, yet has its own unique meaning…”

Li Xuan spoke slowly.

Meng Chong listened respectfully.

As a newcomer to the Hidden Blade Realm, he naturally understood the profundity of this stage. Although he was unable to envision everything as a sword as his senior brother could, he could imagine plants and rocks transforming into blades.

The idea of Hidden Blade signified both the concealment of the blade within oneself as well as the omnipresence of blades in the world.

“The third realm of the Blade Dao is the Bright Knife Realm. A bright knife illuminates my heart, it illuminates my intent…”

Li Xuan began to teach Meng Chong about the third realm of the Blade Dao.

The Bright Knife Realm!

The knife enlightens my intent, the knife understands my will!

“…With a bright knife in one’s heart, demonic obstacles naturally dispel… The blade is the dominance of heaven and earth, the blade is the courage of heaven and earth… With a bright knife in the heart, the dominant become mine, unrivaled bravery…”

The Bright Knife Realm, like the Wisdom Sword Realm, had similarities, since Li Xuan had used the Wisdom Sword Realm as a reference to devise it.

However, there were major differences as well, reflecting the dominance and bravery of the blade.

Li Xuan looked upon the Daoist Golden Book on the Soul Pedestal with information on the Bright Knife Realm.

Completion level: Above average.

Stage connection degree: Above average.

Understanding difficulty: High+.

Cultivation difficulty: High.

Though the difficulty of understanding the Bright Knife Realm was slightly lower than the Wisdom Sword Realm, it did not differ by much.

Understanding it remained a daunting task.

Of course, Li Xuan was not bothered by this, since Meng Chong’s talents were not inferior, but rather quite extraordinary.

Moreover, once Xu Yan comprehends the Wisdom Sword Realm, Meng Chong could derive insights from it and gradually comprehend the Bright Knife Realm.

This was simply a matter of time.

Listening to this, Meng Chong’s blood boiled with excitement; he touched his bald head, his face full of exhilaration and anticipation.

The Bright Knife Realm, how profound, how powerful it was.

“You’ve just entered the Hidden Blade Realm, the Bright Knife realm is still far from you. Take it one step at a time, practice steadily, and gradually comprehend it.

“Ponder more about the third level of the Undying Golden Body; the mysteries of martial art in regards to the physical body are not as simple as they seem.”

Li Xuan spoke solemnly.

“Yes, Master!”

Meng Chong responded respectfully.

“Hmm, keep up your cultivation. Troubles are stirring up in the Ling Domain.”

Li Xuan paced back towards his estate.

Meng Chong followed behind him, puzzled. Why did his master say that a storm was brewing in the Ling Domain?

“Is a retaliation from the Crimson Abyss Sect imminent?”

Meng Chong wondered.

A considerable period had passed since the battle of prodigies, yet there had been no stir from the Crimson Abyss Sect. It seemed as if they were observing the rules of the prodigy disputes, refraining from revenge.

But how could that be possible?

Given the domineering nature of the Spirit Sect, they would undeniably seek revenge, moreover, the rules of prodigy disputes had been broken during the conflict with the Wanxing Martial Arts Academy, so they were not abiding by them anymore.

Li Xuan sat down on a chair, having imparted everything he needed to teach. Now it was time to wait for the harvest of his teachings.

As for the unrest in the Ling Domain, it was a sure thing.

The All Ages Alliance, lurking in the shadows, was ready to make their move, seeking an opportunity under the dictatorship of the Spirit Sect to claim a piece of land for themselves.

As for the Crimson Abyss Sect, there had been no action for quite some time, indicating they were gearing up for something significant. It should not be long before they made a big move.

“The Transcendent Spirit Sect is indeed powerful. However, it’s uncertain if any superior beings from the sect have noticed this and whether they will react or not.”

Li Xuan pondered quietly.

Although he was confident in confronting any Superior Spirit Sect strong with his current strength, he was unaware of the full potential of the Transcendent Spirit Sect.

Moreover, if numerous Superior Spirit Sect strong attacked at once, Li Xuan estimated that he could still handle it at full strength without risking his life.

However, if he could not achieve a decisive victory, it would tarnish his image as a peerless high-level practitioner.

Once again, feign modesty and claim not to bully based on cultivation level?

It would be fine once or twice, but if continued, even his disciple would question whether his cultivation level was on the verge of Dao.

Thinking about this, Li Xuan felt a bit insecure and decided to be more low-key to avoid any encirclement and suppression.

Unless, he broke through the Divine Skill Realm.

At that time, with the power of the Divine Skills, he would make the entire Ling Domain understand what true invincibility looked like!