An outdoor training ground has been set up at the temporary camp of the 319th Corps.
The training ground is not small; it has more than a dozen small arenas and is equipped with a lot of training weapons and equipment.
As dusk approached, there weren't many people at the training ground.
The vast majority of soldiers in the 319th Corps were indulging themselves at the base, relieving the long-standing tension, and the higher-ups allowed this behavior as long as the troops didn't cause trouble. They let them have their fun during this period.
Arriving at an empty arena, Xiao Yunlong took an unsharpened battle sword from the weapon rack, twirled it deftly, and said:
"You just said you're most interested in swordsmanship, so I'll first demonstrate the basic moves of swordsmanship for you. Watch closely."
Xiao Yunlong's eyes changed instantly, becoming sharp.
"First move, chop!"
The blade swung downwards, creating a sharp slicing sound through the air.
"Second move, slash!"
The blade swung quickly from the side, leaving a streaking shadow.
"Third move, stab!"
"Fourth move, swipe!"
"Block, sweep, flick, smear, slice, hook, point... head wrap, back cut..."
Xiao Yunlong combined swordsmanship with footwork, as if there was truly an enemy before him, his attitude very serious.
Qin Tian held another unsharpened training sword in his hand, mimicking the demonstration done by Xiao Yunlong.
He had a talent called [Lesser Blade Sense], though it was a white talent, it gave him considerable insight into swordsmanship.
After completing a set of demonstrations, Xiao Yunlong's forehead was slightly damp with sweat. He looked at Qin Tian and asked:
"So, did you remember it?"
Qin Tian recalled it carefully, the basic moves demonstrated earlier flashed like slides in his mind, though the details remained to be discussed.
With this in mind, Qin Tian decisively decided to upgrade the talent [Lesser Blade Sense].
After that night battle, his evolution points surged to over 5000 points, with more than 4000 contributed by the Tier Four Shadow Catman.
To evolve a white talent to green, it required roughly a few hundred evolution points, which was no issue at all.
"Invest 300 evolution points to strengthen [Lesser Blade Sense]."
In his mind, the white light orb vibrated violently and within a second turned pale green, after which the green deepened somewhat.
Currently, Qin Tian classified talents of the same level into light, medium, and deep tiers.
For instance, [Steel Bones and Iron Flesh] was enhanced from [High tier Strength], and it's now pale blue.
While talents like [Shadowbone Physique] and [Shadow Jump], after killing the Tier Four Shadow Catman, transformed from pale blue to deep blue.
[Purple Thunder Bloodline] was also deep blue like that.
The deeper the color, the greater the effect on the host, and likewise, the fewer evolution points required for further enhancement to the next stage.
[Name] Sword Heart Clarity (Green)
[Type] Passive Talent
[Introduction] The possessor of this talent aligns the sword with the heart, connects the heart with the intent; when wielding the sword, no thought is needed, the sword follows the heart, and moves adapt fluidly. They have an astonishing comprehension and mastery of swordsmanship, able to learn any sword technique easily on the first try.
A faint sense of realization welled up in Qin Tian's heart, and he slowly said: "Could you do it again?"
"Sure, I knew you wouldn't remember it the first time."
Xiao Yunlong laughed, and redemonstrated the basic sword skills in front of the three people.
"Chop, slash, stab, swipe..."
This time beside him, Qin Tian felt a distinctly different sensation. Xiao Yunlong's movements became exceptionally clear in his eyes, catching even the subtle wrist movements exerting force.
Every move was deeply engraved in his mind, and he was confident he could replicate them almost perfectly.
Hu~
After completing the last move, Xiao Yunlong stood upright with the sword and looked at Qin Tian.
"So, how much did you remember this time?"
"Don't be fooled by the simplicity of these movements, any advanced swordsmanship is composed of the most basic moves. So, the foundation must be solid. Back in the day, I practiced the basics for three years before becoming proficient, but once I mastered them, I became unbeatable among my peers and even earned the name Gale Saber at our school."
"Even if you don't remember, it's no problem. The grandmaster here can teach you each move step by step, and you'll master them perfectly."
Xiao Yunlong crossed his arms behind his back with his chin slightly raised, looking like a true swordsmanship master.
Swordsmanship was one of the few things he could proudly boast about; he indeed had some talent in this aspect.
Seeing Xiao Yunlong's self-assured demeanor, Qin Tian, careful not to hurt his pride, tactfully said: "I remembered about nine... eight-tenths."
"Eight-tenths?"
Xiao Yunlong chuckled, "Qin Tian, I dare say, this eight-tenths is probably just form without intent, these basics aren't that simple, they're full of details."
Qin Tian raised an eyebrow, "Why don't I demonstrate it?"
"Alright, let me see how well you have mastered this eight-tenths."
Xiao Yunlong gave the arena to Qin Tian, stood by Qin Dadi and Liu Zhaozhao, watching with folded arms as if about to enjoy a show.
Young people, it's better to be modest~
In a moment, let me, Grandmaster Xiao, give you a good lesson.
Qin Tian stood in the center of the arena, gripping the sword handle. It was his first time using this kind of battle sword, yet he felt a familiarity akin to practicing swordsmanship for over a decade, the blade seemed to fuse with him, blood and veins connecting.
"This is Sword Heart Clarity~"
Qin Tian's eyes suddenly changed, as sharp as a blade's edge. He stepped forward and sliced straight down.
"Chop!"
Wooom!!!
The force was fierce, like thunder striking down, creating an ear-piercing explosion.
Hiss!
At this moment, all three members of the Earth Dragon Team trembled, and Xiao Yunlong's eyes were filled with intense shock.
"Slash!"
The sword edge turned, cutting in from the side, with movements extremely standard, like a textbook example.
"Stab!"
"Swipe!"
As Qin Tian demonstrated each move, Xiao Yunlong's mouth opened wider and wider, nearly enough to fit an egg.
Every move was impeccably executed, almost as if he was cut from the same mold.
Buddy, are you telling me this is a beginner?
You're messing with me, aren't you?
Hu~
After dropping the last move, Qin Tian sheathed his sword and turned, asking Xiao Yunlong:
"So, how was it, alright?"
"Alright... ?"
Xiao Yunlong was utterly speechless, "Qin Tian, be honest, did you practice before?"
"How could I have done that?"
Liu Zhaozhao answered for Qin Tian, "Qin Tian has always been with us, where would he find the time to practice swordplay?"
"But his swordsmanship... hmm~"
Xiao Yunlong held it in for several seconds, then said: "It's only slightly worse than mine, doesn't seem like it's his first time handling a sword."
"That means Qin Tian has a very high talent in swordsmanship."
Qin Dadi laughed, "Just like his shooting talent, he mastered it the moment he picked it up."
"Aah, the heavens are so unfair!"
Xiao Yunlong lamented to the sky in sorrow and anger. Someone mastering the basics for three years, yet having a person learn it just by watching once, this feeling of disparity, who could understand it!
Just then, Xiao Yunlong seemed to think of something, approached Qin Tian's face with suspicion, "Qin Tian, I'm now suspecting you might be a product of some super soldier program; otherwise, how could you be so skilled at everything?"
"You sure think a lot."
Qin Tian laughed and casually pushed away Xiao Yunlong's big face.
Super soldier, my foot
I'm a noble transmigrator
With a cheat code at that