Huangxiu

Chapter 1105 Another Gift
Chu Zhiyuan and Zhang Qionghua left his small courtyard together.

On the way to the Hall of Merit, Zhang Qionghua said, "Junior Brother Chu, you should actually change to the Shadowless Sword."

Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, "I want to reach the third level as soon as possible so that I can go down the mountain to slay demons."

"I see... But this black dragon blood is no joke; it does have potential consequences."

"Can it be upgraded by one rank?"

Zhang Qionghua thought for a moment: "I estimate I can get promoted two turns."

Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, "Then it's settled!"

“But this…” Zhang Qionghua opened her mouth, then shook her head.

What needs to be said has already been made very clearly, yet Junior Brother Chu still insists on it, which clearly indicates that he has something to rely on.

She sighed, "It's such a pity about the Shadowless Sword. With it, you would definitely be able to master the Heavenly Sword Manual much faster."

In her view, choosing the Shadow Sword is the right path, the path to long-term success.

Although it doesn't boost cultivation like the Black Dragon Blood, it provides a steady, continuous boost to cultivation.

However, after the Black Dragon Blood suddenly increases two levels, it not only no longer helps cultivation, but also hinders it.

Chu Zhiyuan said, "After I can go down the mountain, I can kill demons and monsters and gain merits faster, and then exchange them for the Shadowless Sword."

“…That makes sense too.” Zhang Qionghua thought for a moment, then slowly nodded and smiled, “Junior Brother Chu, your calculation is also correct.”

For Chu Zhiyuan, exterminating demons was a piece of cake, as easy as chopping vegetables and cutting melons.

An ordinary demon receives one merit, while a demon lord or monster lord receives ten merits.

With his abilities, killing dozens of demons in one trip down the mountain would be a piece of cake.

It won't be long before you can get the Shadow Sword.

She blinked her bright eyes and smiled, "Junior brother, you should learn a lightness skill."

Chu Zhiyuan asked, "What kinds of light-body skills do we possess?"

Zhang Qionghua said, "Junior brother can go to the Scripture Pavilion to find some and try practicing them to see which one suits him best. ... The lightness skills in our sect are all top-notch. It just depends on who is suitable for which one to practice. The one that suits you will be able to practice faster."

Chu Zhiyuan nodded.

The two arrived at the Hall of Merit, which was covered in glazed tiles and shimmering with golden light, where Chu Zhiyuan obtained the Black Dragon Blood.

It was a small bottle, about the size of a thumb, made of a strange material, neither iron nor jade, and as black as charcoal, so that you couldn't see what was inside.

Even extrasensory perception cannot see through it.

He knew that this dark little bottle was no ordinary item, and the black dragon blood was naturally extraordinary as well.

If ordinary items cannot be stored, even the most potent Black Dragon Blood will lose its effectiveness over a long period of time.

He didn't rush to take it, but put it in his pocket and went to the main hall where the sect leader was.

He stood at the foot of the main hall steps for a moment, then climbed the steps, clasped his hands in greeting, and called out to request an audience.

"come in."

Lu Wanshan's rough voice rang out.

Chu Zhiyuan stepped into the main hall, clasped his hands in greeting, and then stepped forward.

Lu Wanshan chuckled as he put down the file, looked him up and down, and nodded in satisfaction.

He gestured for Chu Zhiyuan to sit down and talk.

After Chu Zhiyuan sat down in the grand chair in the east row, he said with a smile, "This time, thanks to your Demon-Subduing Blade, which was quite alert, you greatly enhanced the reputation of our Heavenly Sword Sect."

Chu Zhiyuan said a few words of modesty.

Lu Wanshan shook his head and said, "Your progress is too fast. You need to be careful and not be too hasty."

Chu Zhiyuan said, "Sect Leader, the reason I was able to reach the Venerable level so quickly is because I discovered a unique cultivation method that is most suitable for the Heavenly Sword Scripture."

"Oh—?" Lu Wanshan chuckled, "What kind of cultivation method?"

Chu Zhiyuan took out a scroll from his sleeve and presented it with both hands.

Lu Wanshan took it and looked through it.

He was somewhat casual at first, but after turning two pages, his expression became serious. After turning the last page and closing the book, he looked solemnly at Chu Zhiyuan.

Chu Zhiyuan asked, "Sect Leader, is there a flaw in my cultivation method?"

Lu Wanshan closed his eyes and began to visualize the sword techniques of the Heavenly Sword Manual in his mind.

He carefully considered what Chu Zhiyuan had said.

This booklet has clearly explained the key points and details of spiritual practice.

The most important step is visualization.

This is not something that can be achieved in a short time; it may even require unique talent.

Without sufficient talent, it's difficult to successfully visualize, let alone visualize sword techniques.

As a Ninth-Rank Venerable, almost a Great Venerable of a higher level, he possessed a powerful spirit and also practiced spiritual techniques.

After a short while, the visualization was successful, allowing him to practice the eighteen forms of the Heavenly Sword Secret Scripture in the void of his mind.

Instantly, his true energy surged forth.

He carefully experienced the rolling of true essence and discovered that the speed of the true essence's circulation was related to the speed of visualization.

The faster the sword technique in his visualization, the faster the true energy circulates within his body. After discovering this, he visualized it faster and faster until the visualization collapsed due to the excessive pursuit of speed, and the true energy resumed its slow circulation.

He found himself feeling quite tired, his mind exhausted.

He opened his eyes and looked at Chu Zhiyuan curiously: "Zhiyuan, how did you comprehend this method?"

Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, "The Demon-Subduing Blade I cultivate uses visualization as its method, so I tried to see if I could use this method to practice the Heavenly Sword Scripture. I didn't expect that the Heavenly Sword Scripture is most suitable for this kind of cultivation method."

“Indeed, it is wonderful.” Lu Wanshan exclaimed, “No wonder you were able to reach the Venerable level so quickly.”

Chu Zhiyuan said, "I was able to reach the Venerable level entirely thanks to Senior Sister Qi from Guanghan Palace."

“The secret techniques of the Moon Palace are indeed unique and are never passed on to outsiders,” Lu Wanshan said with a smile. “This time, however, an exception has been made… You certainly do like them.”

Chu Zhiyuan smiled sheepishly.

Lu Wanshan said, "Visiting the Guanghan Palace more often will only bring benefits and no harm."

"Yes."

Lu Wanshan said, "Your method is profound, but the threshold is not low. There are probably not many people in the sect who can master it, but as long as you master this method, your cultivation will definitely advance by leaps and bounds."

Chu Zhiyuan said, "It would be best if the sect leader and elders could verify this from multiple angles, so as to avoid any mishaps."

“Yes, that’s natural.” Lu Wanshan nodded. “You practiced this method yourself and entered the Venerable realm so quickly without any problems. It seems there’s no major issue.”

Chu Zhiyuan said, "My physique is different after all, so I still need to verify it properly."

"Haha..." Lu Wanshan laughed, "You're quite cautious. Fine, I'll have someone verify it properly... You'll do a great job. What do you want?"

"How about the Shadowless Sword?" Chu Zhiyuan asked.

"The Shadow Sword..." Lu Wanshan chuckled, "You must have someone guiding you."

Chu Zhiyuan smiled sheepishly and said, "I asked my senior sisters about it."

“The Shadowless Sword is indeed very suitable for you.” Lu Wanshan nodded and said, “Then I will bestow it upon you.”

"Thank you, Sect Leader." Chu Zhiyuan clasped his hands in thanks.

Lu Wanshan called out, "Someone come here."

Footsteps sounded, and a handsome young man strode in, bowing with clasped hands.

Lu Wanshan pulled a jade slip from a box on his desk and tossed it to him: "Go to the Treasure Hall and fetch the Shadowless Sword."

"Yes." The handsome young man took the jade slip and turned to leave.

Lu Wanshan said, "The Shadowless Sword is not enough to commend your achievements."

If this method is truly effective and can indeed accelerate a disciple's cultivation speed to the level of the Moon Palace, then its contribution to the entire sect would be immense.

A mere sword is insignificant compared to this achievement.

This achievement can only be appreciated later; let's first observe the effects of this secret method.

Chu Zhiyuan took out the bottle of Black Dragon Blood from his pocket: "Sect Leader, I also exchanged for Black Dragon Blood to use in my attempt to break through to the third stage of the Venerable Realm."

A sect like the Heavenly Sword Sect has many extraordinary individuals, so it's not impossible that they could find a way to resolve the lingering problems caused by the Black Dragon Blood.

Even if it cannot be resolved, some experience has been gained that is worth learning from.

“Black Dragon Blood…” Lu Wanshan frowned and shook his head, saying, “It’s unwise for you to switch to this.”

Chu Zhiyuan said, "Right now, what I want most is to go down the mountain and slay the demons."

You should be aware of the potential consequences.

"Yes."

"...Can your Demon-Subduing Blade suppress the Dragon God?" Lu Wanshan asked.

Chu Zhiyuan said, "I think it's a good idea."

If it were the blood of other demonic beasts, he would hesitate and, out of caution, would not choose it.

He was not afraid of dragon blood at all.

There was even a hint of longing, as if I couldn't wait to drink it all in one gulp.

Whether it's the dragon's thought within one's divine consciousness or the Heavenly Dragon Guide cultivated by one's avatar, both are inextricably linked to dragons.

Dragon blood will not only not be an obstacle, but will be a great help.

“…Bring me the Little Heavenly Sword,” Lu Wanshan said.

Chu Zhiyuan handed over the small sword from his sleeve.

After Lu Wanshan took the small sword, he put it into his right sleeve, and then took out another small sword from his right sleeve and handed it to Chu Zhiyuan.

Chu Zhiyuan took the small sword with a puzzled look.

This sword is the same size and style as the previous one, but it feels subtly different.

It seems to have become three times more substantial.

Lu Wanshan said, "This sword has the power of three strikes, which is already its limit. With your strong spirit, you can refine it."

Chu Zhiyuan's spirits lifted.

He understood what Lu Wanshan meant.

(End of this chapter)