Starting as a Grandmaster, all of my cultivation techniques are at max level.

In just three months, he went from the eighth level of the Immortal Ascension Realm to a half-step Great Power.

Who would believe such a cultivation speed?

The entire Mirage Realm will likely be shaken, and those so-called "peerless geniuses" and "prodigies" within the various sects will probably not even be worthy of carrying their shoes in the face of such a terrifying speed of advancement.

"However, it's not difficult to find an excuse to get away with it."

After thinking it over in her mind, Xia Jin immediately came up with a reason.

With the replicas of the Four Immortal-Slaying Swords and the concealment provided by the Nine Revolutions Creation Scripture, suppressing one's aura to the first level of the Dragon Transformation Realm would not be difficult. One could then publicly declare that the rapid improvement in one's cultivation was entirely due to the recognition of these four stone swords as masters.

He ascended to the heavens in one step, directly breaking through from the eighth level of the Immortal Ascension Realm to the Dragon Transformation Realm.

This may sound unbelievable, but anything is possible in the cultivation world. Throughout history, there have been many precedents of cultivators whose cultivation levels skyrocketed after acquiring top-tier spiritual treasures that recognized them as their masters.

"That's a good reason." Xia Jin nodded with a smile, a hint of satisfaction flashing in her eyes.

With this excuse, at least we can fool that Sect Master Leng.

"However, I'm not in a hurry to go out right now!" Xia Jin turned around, glanced at the precious sword manuals around him, and narrowed his eyes slightly.

He has plenty of time now.

This sword pavilion contains a vast collection of sword techniques. From the first to the fifth level, there are sword techniques of all grades, including some top-tier inheritances.

Previously, in order to break through his cultivation level, he had been studying the "Nine Revolutions Creation Scripture" and tempering his divine soul, and had no time to look at these sword techniques. Now that his cultivation level has stabilized and the matter of the four stone swords has come to a temporary end, he can take this opportunity to take a good look at them.

"Using the 'Myriad Harmonies Technique' as a starting point and the cultivation methods bestowed by the system as a foundation, learning these sword techniques should be a piece of cake."

Xia Jin turned around and her gaze fell on the jade slips containing sword techniques on the fifth floor of the Sword Pavilion.

"Then, let's begin."

Xia Jin walked to the nearest jade slip and took it down.

The moment the divine sense probed in, a flood of information rushed in like a tide.

The "Mysterious Ice Sword Technique" can be mastered to condense ice into a sword. Wherever the sword energy reaches, it can freeze the enemy and restrict their movement.

Xia Jin's eyes lit up slightly.

"What a pity, this path isn't really suitable for me." Xia Jin shook her head, put the jade slip back in its place, and picked up another one.

The Thunder Sword Technique draws upon the power of thunder from heaven and earth to power the sword, making it as powerful and unparalleled as thunder.

"It's somewhat interesting, but it's still lacking something."

And so, Xia Jin flipped through the jade slips on the fifth floor of the Sword Pavilion one by one.

But they were all just browsing.

His vision is far too high.

The cultivation techniques bestowed by the system are all heaven-defying. In addition, there's the Myriad Harmony Technique, a secret art that can fuse all techniques. Ordinary sword techniques really don't catch his eye.

"what?"

Suddenly, Xia Jin stopped in her tracks.

His gaze fell on an inconspicuous jade slip in the corner.

The jade slip was entirely black, covered with fine cracks, making it look like a discarded piece of junk. If it weren't for his keen senses, he would have almost missed its existence.

The moment Xia Jin probed with her divine sense, a vast and ancient sword intent rushed towards her.

The rank and cultivation conditions of the "Sword Sutra of No Life" are unknown.

"The Sword Scripture of No Life!?" Xia Jin frowned, a strange look flashing in her eyes.

Although this sword manual is incomplete, the true essence of swordsmanship contained within it still made Xia Jin feel a sense of unease.

"This sword technique is not simple."

Xia Jin took a deep breath and sat down on the ground to begin her meditation.

And so, over the course of three months, Xia Jin immersed herself in the vast world of sword techniques, eagerly absorbing all kinds of sword knowledge.

Three months have passed by in the blink of an eye.

On this day, the gates of Jian Ge slowly opened.

Xia Jin walked out from inside the door.

Even with the concealment of the Nine Revolutions Creation Scripture, he was still like a sharp sword sheathed.

Its sharpness is concealed and not outwardly displayed, but the subtle yet fierce aura it exudes is not to be underestimated.

Even if one cannot guess his level of cultivation, anyone with a modicum of insight can tell.

This young man is definitely a formidable swordsman.

"The air outside is so much better."

Xia Jin stretched and took a deep breath of fresh air.

The moment he stepped out of the Sword Pavilion, a divine sense locked onto him.

In a secluded chamber on a back mountain of the Glazed Sword Sect, Leng Wushuang, who was cultivating, opened his eyes, a glint of light flashing in them.

"That kid actually walked out of the Sword Tower?" Her voice carried an undisguised excitement.

"Could it be that he has already gained the ability to control those four stone swords?"

Leng Wushuang's impatient figure vanished from the secret room in an instant.

The next moment, she appeared in front of Xia Jin. Her speed was so fast that it startled Xia Jin, who had just stepped out of the Sword Pavilion.

"Xia Jin greets Sect Leader Leng." Xia Jin sighed and then reluctantly clasped her hands in a salute.

At this moment, Leng Wushuang no longer cared about such formalities.

She grabbed Xia Jin's hand immediately, her eyes filled with urgency and anticipation: "Come on, follow me!"

After saying that, without waiting for Xia Jin's reaction, he took him away from the Sword Pavilion.

When Xia Jin came to his senses, he was already in the sect's main hall.

Leng Wushuang released his hand, turned to look at him, and asked impatiently:

"Now that you've left the Sword Pavilion, are you able to summon those four stone swords?" Her voice carried a hint of tension, and a touch of unease that she herself didn't even realize.

Xia Jin looked at her and chuckled inwardly, but still nodded.

"Yes."

Leng Wushuang's eyes lit up instantly.

"Quick! Quickly, summon it so I can see it!"

Xia Jin didn't hesitate.

Since he had decided to use these four stone swords as the reason for his breakthrough in cultivation, he would have to get past Leng Wushuang sooner or later.

With a wave of his hand, four stone swords appeared out of thin air in front of him.

They slowly rotated around Xia Jin. Although they were not fast, the sharp sword intent emanating from the four stone swords made the temperature of the entire sect hall seem to drop a few degrees.

Leng Wushuang's gaze was fixed on the four stone swords.

Her breathing gradually became rapid.

"This sword intent is incredibly deadly! It seems my master was right!!"

Leng Wushuang's gaze was fixed on the four stone swords, and his right hand slowly stretched forward.

Watching her actions, Xia Jin couldn't help but remind her, "Sect Leader Leng, although I can barely control these four stone swords for now, their sword intent is extremely sharp. If you touch them rashly, they might injure you!"

"It's alright."

Leng Wushuang waved her hand, completely ignoring it, and reached out to touch the nearest stone sword.

However, the moment her fingertips touched the blade...

A fierce and unparalleled sword intent suddenly erupted from the stone sword.

Leng Wushuang's expression changed.

She reacted very quickly, withdrawing her hand in an instant.

Even so, her fingertip was still cut by the sharp sword intent, leaving a small wound.

A drop of bright red blood seeped from her fingertip.

Xia Jin watched this scene, her lips twitching slightly.

He just warned me, so I shouldn't blame myself later.

However, Leng Wushuang looked at the cut on her fingertip without the slightest anger.

On the contrary, her smile grew wider and wider.

"That's right!! That's right! The stronger the stone swords, the more certain it is that what our grandmaster said was true! As long as someone in the Glazed Sword Sect can control these four stone swords, the Glazed Sword Sect will have a chance to stand at the very top of the entire Mirage Cloud Realm!"

"Xia Jin, if I were to make you the sect leader of the Glazed Sword Sect in the future, would you be willing?!"