After reaching that understanding, Max no longer hesitated. If the golden slashes were teachings, then he would force the boulder to teach him until nothing remained hidden.
His gaze sharpened, and a fierce hunger rose from the depths of his heart. The pain in his arms, the blood at the corner of his lips, and the trembling in his meridians all became insignificant before the opportunity standing in front of him.
Without wasting another moment, Max extended his will and sent his Concept of Severing Sword into the boulder once more.
The response was immediate.
Golden light burst from the ancient stone with blinding brilliance. Every sword mark across its weathered surface ignited simultaneously, causing the massive boulder to resemble a radiant sun forged from sword intent.
A terrifying pressure descended upon the hidden plane, so sharp and majestic that even the surrounding air seemed to split apart under its presence.
Then another slash came.
