The Immortal Empress, Unrivaled Through Eternity

"With such power, even if it can't break through true qi, it should still injure someone at the Qi Realm, right?"

Li Yunqing was slightly startled.

Sword intent is inherently illusory; it is the spirit, belief, and mind, a shared understanding of heaven and earth, containing various meanings of the universe.

Everything is included, including wind, rain, thunder, lightning, mountains, rivers, the sun, moon, stars, and so on.

Now, even with just the sword intent he has mastered, he can already manifest it between heaven and earth.

If it reaches its full potential and perfection, it would be even more terrifying.

"No wonder his true energy is so strong!"

Thinking about the Qi Realm, Li Yunqing finally understood why only Qi Realm martial artists could unleash the power of martial arts.

True Qi is formed by the condensation of mental state and internal strength.

Only after the internal energy is refined and condensed by the mind can it be transformed into true qi, which can be condensed and released from the body.

To some extent, artistic conception is actually a part of the vast world, and the power tempered by artistic conception is more like being endowed with power by the world.

Therefore, the power of a wisp of true energy can penetrate iron armor and split mountains and rocks, comparable to the sharpest and toughest divine weapon.

Sword intent alone may not be enough to break through the defense of true qi and resist its power.

However, if the sword intent is strong enough, it can injure someone's mind, spirit, or even destroy their soul.

The sword intent of the Proficiency Realm is comparable to the mid-level Qi Realm.

Without true qi, relying solely on sword intent, even without aiming to kill a Qi Realm beginner, injuring them shouldn't be difficult.

"In that case, we don't need to worry about facing ordinary Qi Realm cultivators anymore!"

At this moment, Li Yunqing seemed to have shed a layer of shackles.

I finally understand that saying: all the worries are just a lack of firepower.

If you have enough firepower, what does it matter if you become king or a hegemon?

Thinking of this, she bowed slightly and gave a solemn salute to the Sword Saint: "Thank you for your guidance, Senior Sword Saint!"

She accepted this favor.

At worst, we can reduce or waive the Sword Saint's consultation fee.

"A room that has been dark for a thousand years can be illuminated by a single lamp."

"A thousand doubts in the heart can be dispelled by a single word."

"These are your own experiences and accumulated knowledge. Without them, even a thousand words would be ordinary."

The Sword Saint of Cangshan spoke, without taking credit whatsoever.

This innate swordsmanship had given him far too much shock in such a short time.

His original intention was simply to pique Li Yunqing's interest and lead her onto the path of swordsmanship.

With such talent, he will surely become a fellow traveler and rival in the path of swordsmanship in the future. How could he sit idly by and watch him go elsewhere?

But to his utter surprise, Li Yunqing actually managed to condense her sword heart with just a few words.

This was indeed not his achievement, but rather Li Yunqing's understanding stemmed from her experience, perseverance, and innate talent.

Li Yunqing said nothing more and concealed her aura.

In the blink of an eye, she transformed back into that gentle and quiet young girl.

It was as if the aura that seemed to want to freeze everything was not emitted by Li Yunqing.

"Such a clear and pure mind, able to control its emotions freely!"

Seeing this scene, the Sword Saint of Cangshan couldn't help but sigh softly.

Many people have grasped the essence of the conception, and as a result, they have been influenced and become the embodiment of that essence.

They can be cold, fierce, dull, agile, or even crazy.

To be able to control oneself as freely as Li Yunqing requires a truly pure and clear mind.

"The sword intent is controlled at will, showing a sense of returning to simplicity and authenticity; this is excellent!"

The Sword Saint spoke softly, his tone full of approval.

This innate talent for swordsmanship exceeded his expectations.

Even Master Liu, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but nod in agreement.

Some people fight and kill too much, or are influenced by the atmosphere, and become obsessed, needing time to temper themselves, calm down, or even vent their emotions to return to their true nature.

"I just feel that martial arts are merely a tool, while life itself is what truly matters!"

Li Yunqing responded calmly.

She didn't really think much about it. One reason was that she had special abilities, and the other was that no matter how the world changes, people still have to live.

Everything is merely a tool for controlling destiny.

Since we are alive, and since we must live, we should enjoy life and live up to our potential.

"Though my heart is filled with a thousand kinds of suffering, my body is pure and I can enjoy all the good things in the world."

"That's good; it allows you to stay true to yourself forever!"

The Sword Saint agreed wholeheartedly upon hearing this.

Some people practice swordsmanship, revealing their sharpness.

Some people experience pain and become physically and mentally exhausted.

Some people experience separation by death and are filled with loneliness and resentment.

If one can maintain such a pure heart, unmoved by external gains or losses, then even the passage of time cannot erode it.

Only with such a mindset can one forge a sword strong enough.

Upon hearing these words, Li Yunqing paused slightly, feeling that it sounded a bit like mutual flattery.

Moreover, the Cangshan Sword Saint was far different from the sword saint she had imagined; he was rather bookish.

She had always thought the Sword Saint was a master, either cold or aloof, and never expected him to be like this.

"My master was a scholar in his youth, but his home was destroyed by demons, and his parents died. That's why he abandoned his studies, took up a sword, and vowed to slay demons!"

Lu Xingzhou, who had been paying close attention, seemed to notice Li Yunqing's confusion and explained, "That's why Master established a sect on Mount Dacang to guard against the demons outside of Mount Dacang."

Li Yunqing suddenly realized that this was probably the origin of the title "Sword Saint of Cangshan".

However, she did not forget the purpose of the Sword Saint's visit and said softly, "Senior Sword Saint, I need to have my pulse checked."

Upon hearing this, the Sword Saint of Cangshan raised his hand and placed it on the table, saying, "Although you have not formally become my disciple, you have ultimately joined the Sword Heart lineage, so you can be considered half a martial artist. You can call me Martial Uncle."

Calling her "senior" was too formal, and he genuinely admired Li Yunqing.

For a fifteen-year-old girl to have such a state of mind is enough to demonstrate her extraordinary qualities.

"Uncle-Master!" Li Yunqing responded frankly, raising her hand to place it on the Sword Saint's wrist.

The term "Shishu" is probably an unwritten way for various sects in the martial arts world to address their elders, much like "uncle" or "aunt" in a previous life.

After a moment, she spoke again, "The poison of the Nine Infants is not serious; it can be cured in seven days at most."

"Uncle-Master, you must be tired from your journey. Please stay here for now. Treatment will begin tomorrow. I also need to prepare some medicine."

Just then, Master Liu, who had been silent until now, spoke up: "Why don't you stay at the martial arts school? It will be convenient for your treatment."

"Moreover, it's discreet enough. If news of your arrival in Qingzhou were to leak out, Mount Dacang would surely be attacked by demons!"

Given the Sword Saint's strength and status, Master Liu naturally didn't want to neglect him and was willing to provide him with more convenience.

"Thank you for your trouble!" The Sword Saint of Cangshan nodded in response, without refusing.

The Great Cangshan Mountain, which guards the boundary between the demon kingdom and the human race, is indeed dangerous once news of his departure spreads, and we must be on guard.

Li Yunqing stood up and watched them leave, intending to refine some medicine to suppress the poison of the Nine-Headed Serpent.

Just then, the door to a side room suddenly opened, and Jiang Jing walked out with a dark expression.

Upon seeing Li Yunqing, even his usually cold face trembled slightly.

This woman has such a fiery temper; she gets angry at the slightest provocation and doesn't display the usual shyness a woman would show when teased.

If it weren't for the ongoing transaction, he thought he would have died.

The thought of that pain made him tremble slightly, but he still sat down at the table and silently looked at Li Yunqing.

After a moment, seemingly having organized his thoughts, he finally spoke: "I'm not that kind of person!"

"I... I only can't help but act like this in front of you."

"Don't you understand my feelings?"

He rarely paid attention to other women; after all, given his status and position, he wouldn't even look at ordinary women.

To put it bluntly, it's a man's nature; those with power and influence naturally appreciate beautiful women.

But knowing Li Yunqing's temper, he couldn't help but tease her.

This pain made him realize that if he didn't clarify things and was truly misunderstood as a lecher, the subsequent treatment would likely be even more painful.

Li Yunqing: "???"

Thoughts? What bullshit thoughts?

Is this person addicted to teasing others? And they've even managed to tease one person relentlessly?

Li Yunqing remained silent for a moment, then finally spoke up: "We are just making a deal."

"We might be considered friends, but we're just friends, nothing more!"

Jiang Jing was taken aback by his words and instinctively asked, "Why?"

He doesn't think he's bad.

On the contrary, at the young age of thirty, he became one of the four commanders of the Demon Suppression Division, making him a prominent figure in the entire Qingzhou.

With his strength at the mid-level of the Qi Realm, once the cold poison subsides, he might soon become a high-level, or even a perfect, cultivator.

Even a Grandmaster of the Profound Realm isn't without a chance.

"No reason!"

Li Yunqing shook her head decisively and without the slightest hesitation.

How could she possibly explain her thoughts to outsiders?

"Is it because of Jiang Yu?" Jiang Jing pressed.

"Jiang Yu? What does that have to do with him?"

Li Yunqing paused, looking at Jiang Jing with surprise.

Although she is engaged to Jiang Yu, given her current cultivation speed, she might be able to come and annul the engagement in a month.

Once you become a Qi Realm martial artist, you can survive even when you leave Qingzhou and face demons and evil gods.

Instead of being as helpless as before, unable to survive without the support of their families.

Seeing Li Yunqing's slightly paused expression, Jiang Jing's face showed a thoughtful look, and he said, "I understand."

After saying that, Jiang Jing got up and left.

Watching Jiang Jing's retreating figure and listening to his inexplicable words, Li Yunqing blinked.

Suddenly, the image of Jiang Yu in a wheelchair flashed into my mind.

"No... what have you figured out now?"