The weapons I forge are absolutely flawless.

What happened to Venus was indeed beyond Lisette's comprehension.

The art of domination is, of course, not invincible.

When facing an opponent far stronger than oneself, the effect is often greatly reduced, or even futile, resulting in a waste of spell attempts.

If the opponent is also a master in this field, it is even easier to suffer a fierce backlash from their mental energy.

Damage to one's mental strength is far more difficult to heal than physical injuries.

But Lysette had never heard of spells like those cast by Vena sinking into the ocean without causing any ripples.

"It's true, there really isn't."

Wiener himself couldn't explain what happened.

“I’ll take you to Professor Hannemann and see if he can figure something out,” Lisette suggested.

If the examination reveals that it's just a matter of exceptional talent and a special physique, then that's fine.

Her main concern was that Vina would be affected by the magic circle.

“Professor Hannemann, I think it’s better not to,” Wiener shook his head. “My little matter isn’t worth bothering a professor.”

He has many secrets, and if Professor Hannemann were to conduct a full investigation, he might uncover some flaws.

Despite Professor Hanneman's close relationship with Lisette, and his doting affection for her almost like a daughter, there's no reason to be fooled.

But the fact that Samif turned to Professor Hannemann instead of anyone else when she needed help on an uncertain mission reveals a lot of information that makes one think deeply.

"Then should I have my senior come over?" Lisette suggested another candidate.

“Jessica? I know she’s the top student in the academy, but isn’t she a student at the Combat Academy?” Viner asked, slightly puzzled.

"That's just because the senior was too lazy to transfer departments. According to Professor Hannemann, when the senior first entered the college, he was envious for a long time, but in the end, her teacher snatched her away," Lisette explained.

Jessica's value is still rising.

As a true all-rounder, a once-in-a-century talent of St. Freya Academy, her terrifying talent in magic and martial arts is probably comparable to that of Risti and Felix combined.

"Well... that's fine too," Viner reluctantly agreed.

After all, Jessica had joined the Silver Wolf Class, so she wasn't exactly an outsider.

She knew she had a secret, and she knew that she knew she had a secret.

This is an unspoken understanding between the two of them.

So even if Jessica discovers something, she will most likely help Wiener keep it a secret.

"What do you mean 'okay'? Am I really that untrustworthy in my junior's eyes?"

Jessica arrived.

Jessica suddenly appeared, grabbed Vina's cheek with one hand, and questioned her.

"Senior?!" Lisette was extremely surprised.

She hadn't had a chance to contact the other party yet.

“And you.” Jessica gently pinched Lisette’s cheek with her other hand, the pressure completely different from when she treated Vena.

"I'm happy that you think of me when you're in trouble. But I'm disappointed that you're not the first person I think of."

Jessica gave a perfunctory rebuke before releasing Lisette's face.

"Were you eavesdropping the whole time?" Felix questioned the timing of Jessica's appearance.

"If I said it was a coincidence, you probably wouldn't believe me either," Jessica said with a calm smile, releasing Vina as well.

After the library shift change, she thought she'd come and see what the kids were up to in the class. She happened to overhear the last part of the conversation, and then showed up to give everyone a "surprise".

"I'm not bragging, but there are very few people in the entire academy who can clearly explain the situation surrounding Viner. And I happen to be one of them," Jessica said confidently.

"Then I would appreciate your guidance, senior." Viner took the opportunity to ask for advice.

“I like this word ‘please’,” Jessica laughed, then said, “Vina’s current situation is somewhat similar to Arios’s.”

"Master Brave?"

"That's right. He calls this state 'Sword Mind Clarity'."

"...Why does it seem like you're putting on an act?"

Felix spoke for Vina, revealing what was on her mind.

“Right, I think so too. He said it’s a state that a swordsman can only reach when he achieves a state of complete focus and tranquility. It can sharpen one’s heart like a sword, making it impossible for anything external to easily shake it. It’s no exaggeration to say that it’s the nemesis of bewitching spells,” Jessica explained.

"A swordsman who can reach this level is not far from being a sword saint in terms of swordsmanship."

"Pfft—" Upon hearing Jessica's explanation, Felix couldn't help but burst out laughing. "Vina, the Sword Saint? Is there some mistake?"

"Yes, senior. I'd be more inclined to believe it if you said Felix could achieve sword heart clarity."

Lisette was the first to doubt that a cunning and calculating guy like Viner could be so focused and undisturbed.

“There’s nothing I can do if you don’t believe me, but it’s true that Arios said it himself.” Jessica shook her head helplessly.

"Has the senior reached that level?" Wiener asked.

He was genuinely curious about Jessica's abilities.

Being able to defeat a demon one-on-one, even a sealed demon, would make one one of the academy's top combat forces.

Jessica's strength can roughly be used to deduce the hero's strength.

"Don't bring up things you don't want to talk about, junior," Jessica said, her eyes narrowed, with a hint of warning in her tone.

"I understand." Vina nodded, realizing that Jessica was still a bit far from being a sword saint.

"Even if my senior says so, I don't feel anything real. Wouldn't that be a complete waste of this Sword Heart Clarity?"

"Why don't you experience it for yourself?"

As she spoke, Jessica suddenly extended her index and middle fingers, lightly touching the tip of Venus's forehead.

A powerful sword intent erupted instantly, overwhelming Vena's consciousness and forcing him into a coma.

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Chapter 154 Physical Crisis

Jessica's move was so sudden that no one present could react in time.

Wiener was suddenly stripped of all his senses of the outside world, isolated in a strange stillness.

This state of being in a deep sleep while the mind remains exceptionally clear is quite subtle.

"This is... internal vision?"

As Jessica's sword intent slowly permeated into Venus's body, Venus found that his consciousness seemed to be traveling along his blood vessels and traversing every corner of his body with this power.

The subtle workings of the internal organs become exceptionally clear at this moment.

Following this sword intent, Venus quickly arrived at the end of all cycles, which was also the beginning.

"Is this what they mean by having a clear and discerning heart?"

The scene before her left Vina speechless.

At the heart of this spiritual space, there is a wooden sword.

The King's Blade, the Saw, which Vener had poured his heart and soul into forging in the illusion, using his soul and spiritual power as a guide, has reappeared in this form.

Without the assistance provided by Gundoraf, Viner had only just begun to grasp the basics of swordsmanship and the way of the sword.

However, the realization of a tranquil mind was something Viner had already achieved before becoming a Herald.

While this state of mind cannot be maintained all the time, the focus that Wiener had when he was completely absorbed in forging was indeed the tranquility that countless martial artists dream of.

One path leads to all paths.

The art of forging and the way of the sword have unexpectedly merged and become one.

The sword heart king's saw, forged through countless trials, combined with this enlightenment of a tranquil mind.

Through a series of coincidences, Viner somehow managed to reach the realm of Sword Heart Clarity far ahead of schedule.

This sword heart clarity is not just for show.

In addition to easily resisting most bewitching spells, the speed of absorbing magic essence will also be greatly increased.

Before Viner reaches the level of a sword saint, he will no longer be bound by any swordsmanship bottlenecks.

From this moment on, Wiener's swordsmanship talent was fully ignited, allowing him to truly stand on equal footing with those swordsmanship geniuses.

"I really owe Jessica a huge favor now," Viner thought to himself.

If it weren't for her guidance, it's unknown how long it would have taken for Wiener to realize these things on his own.

Having figured all this out, I then went on to savor the sword intent that Jessica had instilled into my body.

While grand, it is somewhat complex and lacks a touch of purity.

Prematurely practicing both sword techniques caused the two paths to become inextricably intertwined, blurring the lines between them.

This may be the reason why Jessica failed to reach the state of "Sword Heart Clarity".

"It's time to wake up."

Entering this mental realm was done with Jessica's help; getting out wouldn't be so troublesome.

After witnessing the so-called "Sword Heart," Wiener mastered the method of leaving without any instruction.

……

"Um?"

As consciousness slowly returned, Venere was surprised to find herself immersed in a pool of water.

The pool water had a pale amber color, as if infused with some kind of nourishing herb, and emitted a soothing fragrance.

The medicinal bath that Bivina prepared herself according to the formula is far superior.

"Are you awake?"

Noticing Vina's movement, Felix, who was in charge of watching over her, quickly swam lightly from the other end of the pool and arrived at Vina's side in a few leaps.

"What's going on?" Wiener asked, puzzled.

“That woman said that Venus, your body is severely depleted, and your spirit is also exhausted. If you don’t replenish it as soon as possible, it may leave hidden health problems. Soaking in this hot spring more often will be good for your health,” Felix replied.

What Wiener really wanted to ask was why Felix was wearing a bodycon college swimsuit while she was only wearing shorts.

Her collarbone was subtly revealed at the neckline, and the muscle lines of her limbs were faintly visible underwater; there wasn't an ounce of excess fat on her entire body. Her toned abs and defined waistline were something many could only envy.

In contrast, Wiener's muscles, apart from his upper limbs which were well-trained from frequently swinging a hammer and showing some definition, were quite different elsewhere.

"Who changed my clothes?" Viner suddenly realized.

"Of course it's me. You can't expect a girl to change for you, can you? I've brought a change of clothes too."

Felix pointed to the edge of the pool, where a set of clean, unopened clothes was laid out on the platform.

"How long have I been asleep?"

"It took more than an hour. After that woman knocked you out, she dragged you to the second floor and did a nearly half-hour examination before finally letting me bring you here."

"It's been this long?" Wiener thought to himself.

In his perception, only a moment had passed.

"Okay, you can continue soaking, I'll go out first."

With other things on her mind, Venus was about to get up from the pool when Felix pulled her back into the water.

“That won’t do. Jessica said you have to soak for a full two hours!” Felix’s tone was firm.

"When did you start listening to her so much?!"

"Isn't this all your fault? Patients should follow doctor's orders properly!"

………………

An hour ago.

The second floor of the Silver Wolf Class residence.