Who taught him to practice swordsmanship like this?

Master Xuanyin's test of his disciple ended in this way, first with a negative assessment and then with a positive one.

Actually, he was still feeling quite bad. He had finally figured out how to teach this apprentice, but he hadn't expected that he would only be able to let him run wild for a few days.

This kid directly forged his own foundation in swordsmanship!

It was one thing to have entered the Dao through the sword before, since the level was still shallow and could be adjusted.

However, the swordsmanship that combines Yin and Yang may seem simple now, but it actually has a bright future.

Although on the surface it still follows the principle of generating yang from negative yin, in reality, True Man Xuanyin clearly sees that this is a miraculous technique that harmonizes yin and yang from the very beginning.

Other schools, like the Yin Sect's "Mysterious Yin Qi Technique," initially have a strong Yin and weak Yang, only achieving harmony of Yin and Yang, and the interplay of Yin and Yang, upon reaching mastery. The Yang Sect's "Pure Yang Qi Technique," on the other hand, initially possesses an extremely strong Yang, only gradually developing Yin from its extreme Yang in later stages, eventually leading to a harmonious balance of Yin and Yang.

Therefore, Su Baichen's "Mysterious Yin Sword Technique" is actually half a level higher in concept than the core techniques of the Yin Sect and Yang Sect.

After this examination, at least the disciples under Xuan Yin Zhenren realized one thing: this young man is different!

After the examinations were over, it was time for instruction, which was also a time for Master Xuan Yin to answer questions from his five disciples.

However, Master Xuanyin was quite powerful, and apart from Feng Linzi, the other three were unable to express their opinions smoothly. They simply asked two questions and that was it.

"Alright, if you're not comfortable here, then go back and rest."

"Cultivation cannot be rushed; you must not continue to be reckless."

The three disciples clasped their hands in a salute and then prepared to take their leave.

Just then, True Man Xuan Yin suddenly said, "In two months, the batch of 'Rejuvenating Pills' refined by the Master of Kaiyang Palace will be ready. At that time, my Yin Sect can get three pills... Qiu Zhuo, don't be discouraged. One 'Rejuvenating Pill' is enough to heal your old injuries."

Zhang Qiuzhuo was so excited that he turned around to bow again.

But Master Xuanyin waved his hand and unleashed a burst of yin energy, driving it away.

Only Su Baichen and Feng Linzi, the two disciples, remained in the room.

Master Xuanyin sighed and looked at the two of them, saying, "Although the three of them have worked hard in their cultivation, they will ultimately find it difficult to achieve great things."

"Feng Linzi, I raised you from the bottom of my heart, and you will surely inherit my mantle in the future. You must continue to work hard and not slack off!"

At this moment, Master Xuanyin no longer scolded Feng Linzi with such strictness and harshness. Instead, he spoke earnestly, showing that "his love was deep and his criticism was severe."

Then Master Xuanyin looked at Su Baichen and said, "Baichen, you are the youngest and entered the sect the latest, but your mind and talent are the most suitable for cultivation."

"If you were to ask who is most likely to carry forward the legacy of my Yin Sect, you would be the best choice."

"You need to work hard too... Although you have a bright future, given the current situation... I'm afraid you don't have much time left to grow."

Su Baichen was quite surprised. What major event had occurred?

Feng Linzi quickly asked, "Master, what happened?"

Master Xuanyin sighed, "Isn't it because the demons are up to their old tricks again?"

"Recently, there have been more and more cases of demons and evil spirits causing trouble in various places. What's even more despicable is that those demonic people have also started to act unruly."

"These are turbulent times. Perhaps you and the three of them will have to be sent out to exorcise demons and protect the righteous path in a few years."

Feng Linzi exclaimed in surprise, "My junior brothers and sisters are still in the early stages of cultivation, only just beginning their Foundation Establishment. How can they be sent out for training?"

Master Xuanyin chuckled: "It was just a casual remark."

"At least for now, it's not your turn to get involved, you juniors."

"I am telling you this now because you are true disciples of Changchun Palace, and you must bear the corresponding responsibilities of this identity."

Feng Linzi and Su Baichen quickly bowed to each other, indicating that they understood.

Then, Master Xuanyin paused for a moment, looked at Su Baichen and said, "Baichen, you should have been focusing on foundation building when you first started cultivating, but you know that things are not peaceful outside, so I can only pass on a legacy to you ahead of time... I hope this is not forcing your growth."

Feng Linzi hesitated, but ultimately did not express his opinion.

Master Xuan Yin saw this and waved his hand, saying, "Just pass it on to him first, so that I won't be too busy to teach him in the future."

Then he looked at Su Baichen and asked, "My Yin Sect's heritage involves three core elements: the ultimate illusion technique, the Eight Transformations of Illusionary Yin; the pinnacle of talismanic arts, the Yin Talisman Treasure; and the Yin Netherworld Curse Technique, which controls the four Netherworld energies."

"You can choose one of them to practice."

Listening to the order of the narration and the description, Su Baichen knew that among the three inheritances, the Illusionary Yin Eight Transformations was definitely the best. Feng Linzi had previously said that the Yin Sect was actually the most skilled in illusion techniques.

Furthermore, the Yin Fu Bao Lu (陰符寶简) technique should also be a very good lineage, since talismans can be sold for money...

As for that Yin-Yang Curse?

He asked, "Netherworld magic...it sounds like it involves dealing with the dead?"

Master Xuan Yin nodded and said, "This lineage is actually a secret technique that my Yin Sect's seventh-generation sect leader, Ancestor Yin Shan, seized during a battle with the Demonic Sect."

"Its full version is ruthless, evil, and incredibly powerful."

"But the Yinshan Ancestor forcibly deleted and modified it, making it the version we use now. Although its power has been weakened a lot, it has become a complete inheritance of my Yin Sect lineage and still has endless uses."

"What, you're choosing the Netherworld Curse?"

Su Baichen quickly shook his head: "No, I just want to know whether to choose the Illusionary Yin Eight Transformations or not."

Master Xuan Yin smiled with satisfaction: "Exactly. You have an amazing innate spiritual sense, making you the most suitable person for cultivating illusion techniques."

"This Illusory Yin Eight Transformations is the foundation of my Yin Sect and the most advanced illusion technique in the world."

"Practice diligently. I don't know when you'll achieve any real mastery of swordsmanship. Until then, you'll still need to use the Illusory Yin Eight Transformations for self-defense."

As he spoke, he began to recite a passage of scripture, asking Su Baichen to memorize it on his own.

This method of passing on skills is actually done orally!

But thinking about it, it makes sense. After all, this is the Yin Sect's fundamental secret technique. You can tell from what other direct disciples have learned that only true disciples are qualified to learn it.

With a master personally instructing them, there's naturally no need for any secret techniques.

Su Baichen studied diligently, and after only learning the beginning, he realized that this was definitely a unique skill that was very suitable for him.

...For the next month, Su Baichen would come to Xuan Yin Zhenren's room every day to listen to lectures for half a day.

The "Eight Transformations of Illusory Yin" itself doesn't have that much content that he needs to learn continuously for a month, but there are too many things to pay attention to when applying it in practice... In fact, during this month, True Man Xuan Yin was imparting his experience to him without reservation.

These illusion techniques can save people from many detours, and are Su Baichen's most valuable gains in this month.

However, a month later, it seemed that Xuan Yin Zhenren had encountered some trouble and left, which left Su Baichen with no choice but to continue his self-cultivation.

However, he originally thought he could still ask Feng Linzi for advice, but unexpectedly, only two days later, Feng Linzi also received a letter and then hurriedly said goodbye and left.

This left Su Baichen feeling lost and disappointed.

There's no other way but to do it myself.