I began to understand the myriad things by chopping wood

Chapter 170: Cangjian Pavilion, got what it wanted

When they heard that Xie Yuan was transferred to the main peak hall to help, everyone in the firewood room was happy about it.

Xie Yuan was happy that he had finally left, and the other chores disciples were also happy that Xie Yuan had finally left.

"You should learn from Zhang Shan. Although he came the latest, he does the best job. Even his Yunshan sword style is no worse than you old servants."

The manager taught earnestly.

"Yes, yes, yes, yes, we must follow Junior Brother Zhang's example!"

The disciples responded sincerely.

Just say it, now that the King of Volumes has left, we will only talk about it for the next two days at most.

Xie Yuan was an educated man and knew how much hatred he had attracted recently. He quietly collected his things and left the woodshed.

Chopping wood is my old profession. Although the next advancement is far away, with the help of the Black Book, perhaps the breakthrough is not as far away as imagined; and even with the shortcut of the Black Book, it still requires daily hard work, which is equivalent to several Black Book comprehension. After all, water drips through stones over time, and trickles of water can eventually become a sea.

So he will come back to help.

The ability gained from chopping wood is extremely powerful, and he can chop masters with external training. He doesn't even dare to imagine what he can chop when he advances to the next level.

The words "good luck" and "prosperity and prosperity" written on the pieces of firewood caused great psychological harm to the other servants, and Xie Yuan felt a little apologetic.

However, his purpose was very clear, which was to work on the main peak and get closer to the Sword Peak in the back mountain. So far, the effect was obvious and his goal was achieved.

In fact, looking back, those annoying people often know what they want better than others, and often live better later. As long as they don't really harm others, this is probably better than regretting it later.

Xie Yuan took his things and followed the steward along the winding stone steps to the main peak of Yunshan Sword Sect for the second time.

Amidst the clouds and mist and the calls of cranes, Xie Yuan looked at the broad square, the majestic hall, and the Sword Peak on the back mountain behind the hall, which was like a peak on a peak. He once again sighed that the atmosphere of the great sect was nothing more than this.

The steward led Xie Yuan onto the square, approached the main hall, and instructed:
"Zhang Shan, I saw that you are hardworking, serious and down-to-earth, so I made an exception and let you come to the main hall to help. Generally speaking, only menial disciples who have been disciples for several years can come here to guard. Of course, the main hall has been renovated and renovated recently to welcome guests, and we are short of manpower. You should work hard, this is the face of our Yunshan Sword Sect, and you must not neglect your work."

Xie Yuan nodded seriously and asked curiously:

"Manager, I have also heard rumors recently that a large sect is coming to discuss Taoism. It is quite impressive and they are even planning to repair the lintel. It is said that they are from various sects, including Prajna Temple, Cangjian Pavilion, and Gubei Yuan Clan. No one is sure. I wonder if you know who it is?"

The steward shook his head:

"These monkeys are well-informed. They gossip all the time! Well, the ones coming this time are from the Cangjian Pavilion, which is also part of the Dali Sword Sect like us."

Cangjian Pavilion!
Xie Yuan's eyes lit up:

"Is it the Hidden Sword Pavilion, which is known as the number one sword sect in Dali? Uh, their reputation is even higher than ours. I wonder if their reputation is well-deserved. Why did they come to visit us again?"

The steward had no objection to Xie Yuan's faint exclamation, but nodded solemnly and said:
"The Cangjian Pavilion has been passed down for thousands of years, and has hidden countless famous swords and countless sword techniques. The names of top sword techniques such as 'Flying Bird Absolute Blade' and 'Autumn Water Long Song Sword' are deafening, and the 'Sword Art of Calming the Sea and Calming the Tide' is even more peerless. It is so great and powerful that it is unparalleled in the world. Its strength is indeed not to be underestimated.

"Of course, the swordsmanship inherited by our Yunshan Sword Sect is not much inferior. The 'Nine Styles of Cloud Dragon' and the 'Thousand Mountains Hidden in the Mist Sword' are equally well-known. The sect's unique skill 'Floating Light and Shadow Sword' is also a swordsmanship that is on par with the 'Sword Art of Calming the Sea and Calming the Tide'. In terms of exquisite and unpredictable moves, the head of the Hidden Sword Pavilion also personally admitted that they are inferior.

"We are both from the same sword sect, and we often discuss swordsmanship. We have had quite a few exchanges with each other. However, it is extremely difficult to comprehend 'Fleeting Lights and Glimpses'. Even the elders and grandmasters are not able to comprehend it. There was even a time when no one in the entire sect could comprehend it. It is not like the Cangjian Pavilion, where several people in each generation can inherit the 'Sword Art of Calming the Sea and Calming the Tide'. In general, judging from the results of previous fights, we are indeed a little behind."

After listening to the manager's explanation, Xie Yuan finally understood the comparison of the strengths of the two major sword sects. Although the Hidden Sword Pavilion was the world's top sword sect, the Yunshan Sword Sect was not far behind, at least in terms of the inheritance of top sword techniques. After all, it was a sect that had produced a great master and the world's number one sword in history, and it had also suppressed the Hidden Sword Pavilion. However, in terms of talent reserves, the Yunshan Sword Sect was probably still a step behind.

The steward continued:
"As for why the Hidden Sword Pavilion took the initiative to come here this time..."

He smiled slightly:
"Some time ago, our leader gained new insights into the 'Fleeting Light Sword', breaking through the heavy clouds with his sword, and making further progress. When the leader of the Hidden Sword Pavilion heard about it, he took the initiative to write to us, wanting to bring his disciples to seek advice.

"This sword fight is of a different scale than before. Everyone from the head of the sect to the disciples will have the opportunity to compete. If we win, we will really have to rebuild our sect and raise it to a higher level. Don't you think we should take it seriously?"

There was a hint of eagerness in the manager's eyes. The Cangjian Pavilion was very powerful, and the Yunshan Sword Sect was not far behind. They both had always aspired to take away the title of the number one sword sect in the world.

Xie Yuan was also somewhat looking forward to it. He was not as full of sense of mission as the old Sword Sect elders like the steward. He just wanted to have the opportunity to watch a big show and witness the competition between top masters. It was also a good opportunity to broaden his horizons and gain experience.

The steward said a lot, took Xie Yuan to the side door of the hall, and patted him on the shoulder:

"Okay, go ahead. There are stewards here to assign tasks for you. Just work hard. We in the Yunshan Sword Sect have never been concerned about background. As long as you have a good character and good aptitude, menial disciples always have the opportunity to become formal disciples."

He encouraged Xie Yuan meaningfully, handed him over to another steward here, and left alone.

Xie Yuan greeted the steward in charge of the main hall renovation, and then was assigned odd jobs. He was originally an old woodcutter, good at using an axe, and with his current skills, he could carve patterns on wood, and part-time carpentry was no problem. He hammered and banged around the periphery, quickly integrating into the role, which greatly satisfied the steward here.

So after a few days, the steward said to Xie Yuan:
"Zhang Shan, I see you are quite skilled these days, so go to the back hall and help."

Xie Yuan agreed and turned to the back hall.

Walking through the hall with a dome several meters high, passing through the straight corridors, looking at the protruding sword peaks behind him, he thought to himself:

"The closer the better. I don't feel much from the outside. I wonder if it will be different at the back mountain gate."

Behind the main hall was the entrance to Jianfeng. The closer Xie Yuan got to it, the more he could feel an inexplicable sharpness that subtly stimulated his arms.

As Xie Yuan walked forward, he suddenly seemed to have crossed an invisible boundary. His arm suddenly felt hot and he seemed to vaguely see a sword energy rushing towards him, plunging into the lotus petals and circling back and forth.

The lotus sword energy seemed to contain endless mysteries. Xie Yuan felt slightly dizzy just by looking at it.

He shook his head and came to his senses. Suddenly he saw a group of people surrounding him. In addition to a few errand disciples who were traveling with him, there were also a few people he didn't know.

"...Zhang Shan, what are you doing? Why are you suddenly standing still?" A fellow servant asked in a low voice, his tone slightly anxious.

"Oh, I was just distracted."

Xie Yuan said perfunctorily.

I thought it was just a moment, but it seems like a while has passed...

He looked at the clothes of the white-clothed disciples in front of him and felt a little scared when he saw that they were staring at him.

In the Yunshan Sword Sect, menial disciples wear gray clothes, while outer disciples wear white clothes with a cloud pattern on the cuffs and lapels.
The inner sect disciples have two cloud patterns on their white robes, and if they are the best among the various peaks and halls, they will have their own emblems in addition to the two cloud patterns.

The disciples in front of him were all wearing white robes with two cloud patterns, and above the two cloud patterns, there was a mountain emblem that reached into the sky, representing that they were the direct disciples of the main hall of the main peak and the master's lineage!

These people all looked very young, but Xie Yuan felt that they were no worse than the senior outer sect deacons like Cui Zhi, which meant that they were all masters at the Qi and Blood Transformation Realm.

Xie Yuan was still looking around when the servant next to him pulled him to the corridor and said anxiously:

"Then you should stop blocking the way of the brothers!

"My apologies, fellow brothers and sisters. Zhang Shan has just arrived at the back hall to do his work and does not know the rules. Please forgive me."

The disciple bowed deeply, fearing that he would be blamed by several high-ranking elite disciples.

A beautiful female disciple said in a clear voice:

"Why does this junior brother look so dazed? I thought he had something to say when he stopped us, but he just sits there in a daze!"

She wanted to say more, but the leading senior brother looked at her, and she immediately stuck out her tongue and kept silent.

The leading senior brother looked back at Xie Yuan and said:

"Is this your first time here?"

"Replying to Senior Brother, yes."

Xie Yuan responded with a polite and respectful greeting.

The leader nodded, stared at him and asked:
"Did you feel the sword energy on the sword tip just now?"

Before Xie Yuan could respond, he heard the woman exclaim:
"How is it possible? With his limited cultivation?"

The other disciples in white also looked at each other and shook their heads in disbelief.

Xie Yuan didn't know how to answer, so he said ambiguously:

"This is my first time outside of the sect's important area. I feel shocked and dazed for a moment. I don't know if it is sword energy."

"Tsk, he was just shocked."

The woman patted her chest, as if she was relieved, causing waves to surge and several errand disciples quickly turned their eyes away.

Seeing this, the men in white thought that Xie Yuan was frightened but couldn't save his face.

Only the leader stared at Xie Yuan twice, said nothing more, and walked past with his fellow disciples.

The errand disciples made way for them and saluted in unison, not straightening up until the few people had left.

The leading servant said helplessly to Xie Yuan:
"Zhang Shan, do you know who it was just now?"

"I don't know. Please tell me clearly, brother."

Xie Yuan asked curiously.

"That's Senior Brother Qin Zhenyang, the master's direct disciple! He has already reached the third level of Qi and Blood Transformation, and is ranked 26th on the Hidden Dragon Ranking! You were rude to him, not only staring at others, but also blocking their way! If Senior Brother blames you, you will be in big trouble!"

The servant spoke very quickly.

Xie Yuan suddenly understood. He had also heard of this sect’s genius. It was said that he was not even 25 years old, but he was already looking for his path to becoming a master.

He folded his hands:

"Thank you for the reminder, Senior Brother! But I think Senior Brother Qin is easy to talk to, and doesn't seem like someone with a bad temper."

"You know? Even if Senior Brother Qin doesn't blame you, like the other senior brothers and sisters, who are of high status, if you displease them, you will be punished or even kicked out of the mountain! Zhang Shan, the main hall of the main peak is full of sect elites, so be careful when you work here!"

"I understand! Thank you for your advice, Senior Brother! I will be more careful... I don't want to be driven away from such a good place."

Xie Yuan's eyes dimmed and he spoke quite seriously, which made his companions' expressions ease.

[Black Book: (86/200)]

Just as he expected, as he got closer to the sword peak, his progress in studying the Black Book improved.

If I stay here for some time, wouldn't I be able to comprehend the miraculous sword technique?
Zhenhai Pingchao, Fleeting Lights and Shadows...they all sound good.

(End of this chapter)