Chapter 226: The Sword Fairy, a Little Genius
Opposite the Sword Fairy
The two peak masters sat across from their junior niece, watching her lost in thought, feeling quite uneasy.
[Husband, are you sure about this? Although Junior Sister Shuangxue hinted that Yuliu helped her break through to the mid-stage Nascent Soul realm, that method might not necessarily work for you...]
Lin Meixiang, with her graceful features, subtly placed her hand on the thigh of the man beside her, sending him a voice transmission.
[Don't worry, Meixiang. Everything is worth a try. I don't want to wait any longer. If my Pure Yang Sword intent can truly advance to the next level this time, I will no longer need to maintain my Pure Yang Physique anymore. Then, we can finally become true dual companion, haven't we both longed for that day?]
[Husband…]
While the two exchanged affectionate transmissions, Lu Yuliu was also deep in thought.
From the bottom of her heart, the Sword Fairy genuinely wanted to help these two senior uncles.
Spirit Rain Peak and Fragrant Fox Peak were among the rare sword peaks that maintained a friendly relationship with the otherwise reclusive Frosty Snow Peak.
When Lu Yuliu was younger, her mediocre talent drew ridicule behind her back for being chosen as Frosty Snow Peak Master personal disciple. Many sword peaks that were already distant from Frosty Snow Peak drifted further away after that.
However, the two sitting before her had never cared about such things. In fact, they had visited Frosty Snow Peak even more frequently.
Otherwise, Lu Yuliu wouldn't have had the chance to overhear their private nicknames for each other—nicknames that had once led to that infamous moment aboard the Sea-Crossing Boat where she lost face in front of Luo Wusheng.
To be honest, if it had been before yesterday, just thinking of those embarrassing nicknames would have made her avoid these two "troublesome" seniors entirely.
But, as fate would have it, her mindset had shifted subtly after yesterday.
Now, when she looked at these two, they somehow didn't seem as annoying.
'But still, something impossible is simply impossible…'
The Sword Fairy felt another headache coming on.
Was she really supposed to retell that story again? But her master's breakthrough had been a complete anomaly—surely, it wasn't something that could be replicated simply by sharing a tale.
Forget it. I might as well discuss sword intent and sword path with them.
With her current comprehension of the sword, she could extract some essence from that story and incorporate it into their discussion.
Perhaps it could genuinely help them a little.
Besides, engaging in such a discussion with Nascent Soul cultivators would be beneficial for her own cultivation too.
'I'm still worried about Master… But since I'm not returning to the Royal City and that guy said he would wait for me, he shouldn't head back early. In that case, Master's journey to the Royal City might actually be safer.'
If Master reached the capital and couldn't find her, she would have no choice but to send a message. At that time, she could simply have her Master return, and she could then head to the capital with that annoying Holy Saint, all while just perfectly avoiding Master!
'In that case, I'll just wait for Master's message, then meet up with Luo—that guy. There's no need to rush at all!'
Lu Yuliu's eyes lit up.
I'm such a genius.
The plan was flawless.
The only downside was that a certain Holy Saint of the Demon Sect would have to wait a little longer for her in the Sword Sect.
Hmph! If it weren't for him suddenly insisting that I send a letter to the Royal City, I wouldn't have missed Master in the first place…
Let him wait!
A faint smile tugged at the corner of her lips as she looked at the two peak masters opposite her.
"...I'm not sure if I can be of any help, but if seniors wish to discuss sword intent and the path of the sword, I certainly won't refuse."
As she spoke, a surge of sword intent radiated from her body.
Feeling the overwhelming sword aura, the two peak masters were first shocked, but their faces quickly lit up with joy.
As expected of Yuliu! Her sword intent has already reached such a level. No wonder Junior Sister Shuangxue would seek out that Heaven-grade Soulblade Specter…
However, they were certain—
Yuliu probably doesn't know about that matter yet…
Ah well, this is a surprise prepared by her Master after all. As Shuangxue senior, they mustn't let it slip.
The two peak masters exchanged knowing smiles.
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— The Old Site of the Sword Sect —
Luo Wusheng sat cross-legged amid the remnants of shattered walls and broken stones.
Bright purple lightning coiled around his right arm, crackling and splitting the air with sharp, sizzling sounds. The newly risen sunlight cast a soft glow on him, making the thunderous arcs appear even more dazzling.
Suddenly, a clear and melodious sound of a Guqin echoed through the ruins.
The sound came from behind Luo Wusheng. Resting quietly atop a stone was a Guqin-like instrument, its body gleaming like blood-colored glass.
Its seven strings trembled as if played by invisible hands, producing a mesmerizing melody that seemed to soothe the soul.
A look of serene enjoyment appeared on Luo Wusheng's face as he listened.
His thoughts drifted to the final two passages in the letter left by Yao Ji.
One section explained the thunder core she had sealed within his right shoulder. She had included detailed methods for him to slowly absorb the tribulation lightning thunder core using his tribulation-devouring ability, along with her personal experiences utilizing this power.
What caught his attention most, however, was Yao Ji's confusion regarding the mysterious purple thunder that had appeared during her tribulation.
Even with her extensive knowledge as the Netherkin Nation previous Monarch, she had never encountered such a peculiar phenomenon.
At the very least, that kind of lightning should not appear in a tribulation for someone below the Nascent Soul Realm.
'Well, since I can't see any immediate problems and the purple thunder has already been completely devoured, it should be fine...'
Although Luo Wusheng wasn't too worried, he couldn't help but frown at the lingering side effects of his tribulation-devouring ability.
A subtle numbness still tingled through his body.
Guess he'll have to endure this for now.
However, any discomfort quickly melted away under the soothing notes of the Guqin.
A deeper smile spread across his face.
The Guqin, still playing its soul-calming melody, was none other than his newly upgraded Artifact — Phantomless 2.0.
Apparently, Yao Ji had made some unknown sacrifice to add a new form to it:
The Seven-Stringed Guqin.
Unlike its offensive forms, the Guqin had no combat functions. However, when transformed, it would automatically play the melodies Yao Ji had once performed for him—without consuming any energy or requiring him to recharge it.
"Since this one cannot accompany Young Master for the time being, let this melody serve as her stand-in."
"Make sure to bask in the sunlight often. Combined with this music, it will help prevent inner demons from taking root."
"Young Master, do not let yourself be consumed by worry. This one will await the day we meet again."
As the final note faded, Luo Wusheng stretched lazily under the sunlight.
Sometime during the melody, the purple lightning on his right arm had vanished, and the numbness from absorbing the thunder core had completely subsided.
With a flick of his hand, [Phantomless 2.0] reverted to its cube form, returning to his palm.
The cube spun slowly, radiating a terrifying aura.
Luo Wusheng's eyes narrowed thoughtfully.
[Phantomless 2.0] had completed its recharge.
The problem was—
I have no idea when it actually finished recharging.
If it followed the conditions from before its upgrade, the recharging would occur after he gifted something to a woman that left both parties satisfied.
'Could it be… that letter? Or maybe something Yao Ji did while upgrading it?'
The thought lingered for a moment before Luo Wusheng casually stowed the cube away.
He lightly brushed the short sword at his waist and gazed toward the distant horizon.
"Little Yuli's family visit isn't over yet… In that case, I'll stick to the original plan and take a stroll through Daybreak City."
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