Longevity: Starting with an infant's innate growth potential

Chapter 260 Accepting Disciples and Cultivating the Three Realms and Five Elements Sword Intent

"Instructor, this is my ancestral Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique. Could you please take a look at it?"

Luo Xuan untied a storage pouch from her belt, took out a jade slip, handed it to Zhou Ling, and said earnestly.

"Luo Xuan, this is your family's sword technique. Perhaps it's inappropriate for me to watch it!"

Zhou Ling shook his head. Although he had learned from the [Intermediate Observation] that Luo Xuan's Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique was of high quality.

But since Luo Xuan emphasized that it was a family-inherited technique, it naturally could not be shown to outsiders.

If it's a Taoist practice, then it doesn't matter.

"Although it is a family technique, the Luo family has no cultivators practicing it because it is incomplete."

"This disciple is capable of making the decision, but I would appreciate it if the instructor could take a look!"

Upon hearing this, Luo Xuan pursed her red lips, and then her pretty face showed a pleading expression.

What Zhou Ling said just now really resonated with her.

Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique is indeed a sword technique that requires not only talent but also exceptional hard work.

She felt that Zhou Ling's advice about practice makes perfect was something she could do.

Therefore, she also hoped that Zhou Ling could help her take a look at this Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique.

Moreover, with Zhou Ling's current swordsmanship level, the Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique is not a big deal for him.

If Zhou Ling can help her cultivate the second level of the Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique, then her sword cultivation will improve rapidly in the future.

"Dean, do you think this is appropriate?"

After thinking for a moment, Zhou Ling asked Dean Gong.

Although I have read Luo Xuan's information and know that she was born into the Luo family, a family that produces Golden Core cultivators.

But he was not clear about the specific situation of the Luo family.

Moreover, one should be cautious about matters involving sword techniques.

After all, this Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique is of high quality, enough to be a family treasure for Golden Core cultivators.

For cultivators, finding such a sword technique, especially one with the lightning attribute, is no easy feat.

Even at the Nine Heavens Sword Academy, it takes a lot of points to exchange for it.

However, with Dean Gong's endorsement, there's no problem.

Upon hearing Zhou Ling's question, Dean Gong raised an eyebrow slightly and said to Luo Xuan, "Luo Xuan, with Instructor Zhou's talent in swordsmanship, he will probably be able to master it after reading the sword manual."

"Moreover, this is your Luo family's sword technique, and it seems to be of a fairly high grade. Are you sure you can make that decision?"

"Dean, I can make the decision on this matter!"

Luo Xuan replied decisively.

With the Luo family's situation deteriorating, she needs to improve her cultivation as soon as possible.

Moreover, mastering the Thunder-Breaking Sword is her only chance to change her fate.

After all, family resources are limited, and it takes several years to raise enough resources for a single Foundation Establishment Pill.

Over the next ten years, they will only be able to purchase one Earth-grade Foundation Building Pill.

There are also two other cultivators at the ninth level of Qi Refining in the family.

Therefore, it will be difficult for her to obtain the Foundation Establishment Pill. She will only have a chance if she can stabilize her cultivation of the Thunder Breaking Sword Technique.

Even if they cannot obtain the Foundation Establishment Pill from their family.

She has a good chance of passing the Taoist academy's assessment next year.

That's why she begged Zhou Ling like that.

"Okay, then everything's alright!"

Dean Gong nodded and spoke to Zhou Ling.

Upon hearing Dean Gong's words, Zhou Ling accepted the jade slip, turned his gaze, and asked, "Luo Xuan, since you trust me so much, would you be willing to become my disciple?"

If Luo Xuan is accepted as a disciple, then instructing her in the family's sword techniques will not be a big deal.

After all, the relationship between master and disciple is like that of father and son.

In addition, with this talent of "being fond of teaching", I can take on more disciples.

It will also be more advantageous for oneself.

"Disciple is willing!"

Upon hearing this, Luo Xuan's body trembled, and then she showed excitement.

As soon as she finished speaking, Luo Xuan immediately began to kneel and kowtow three times to Zhou Ling.

She knew that Zhou Ling was a Heavenly Guard of the Heavenly Crafts Bureau, a position that was higher than that of her family's ancestor.

Seeing this, Zhou Ling accepted her apprenticeship ceremony without hesitation.

Anyway, he won't have that much time to teach this sect in the future, so he'll need a disciple to assist him.

That way, he can relax a bit.

Luo Xuan can also obtain Taoist Academy points.

Kill two birds with one stone.

Then he laughed and said, "Get up!"

Luo Xuan then stood up, her face full of gratitude.

She failed to obtain a Ground-grade Foundation Establishment Pill in this Daoist academy assessment.

He was worried about the next steps in foundation building.

Unexpectedly, things have taken a turn for the better, and I've been able to become Zhou Ling's disciple.

With this master-disciple relationship established, Zhou Ling no longer had any reservations.

Holding the jade slip, he channeled his divine sense into it.

Immediately, a flood of information appeared in my mind.

The jade slip contained little information, only a few thousand words, and Zhou Ling quickly withdrew his divine sense.

It contains the Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique.

This Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique only has three levels.

The first level of the Condensing Thunder Sword Qi Technique.

Once mastered, it can condense powerful thunderous sword energy, resulting in astonishing attack power.

As long as one condenses thunderous sword energy, even at the late stage of Qi Refining, the power of unleashing the Thunder-Breaking Sword is comparable to the spells of a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

With a second-tier lightning-attribute spirit sword, its power will be even greater.

The third level of the Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique.

Comprehending this level will at least allow one to master the Thunder Sword Intent, making it sufficient to fight against opponents of lower ranks.

If one achieves perfect harmony between man and sword, then one can even challenge the early stage of Golden Core in the late Foundation Establishment stage.

"Its power is indeed remarkable, but unfortunately, it lacks the crucial second layer that connects the previous and subsequent layers, making it impossible to cultivate the third layer."

"Moreover, the first layer is not complete either; many techniques are still missing."

"It's quite rare to see Luo Xuan cultivate to this level!"

Zhou Ling thought to himself.

However, with this incantation, and by using the [Illusionary Realm Simulation] technique, it might be possible to deduce the second level.

"Luo Xuan, this Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique is extremely profound. I will study it for a while and then see how it works!"

Zhou Ling handed the jade slip to Luo Xuan and said solemnly.

Based on the grade of [Illusionary Realm Simulation], it should be sufficient to deduce the second level of this Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique.

However, Zhou Ling wasn't entirely confident.

"Thank you for your trouble, Master!"

Luo Xuan put away the jade slip and thanked Zhou Ling respectfully.

She also knew that pointing out the key to this second level of cultivation was not so easy.

But since Zhou Ling could see the problem with her cultivation, there was some hope.

Moreover, now that she is able to become Zhou Ling's disciple, even if Zhou Ling cannot help her cultivate the second level of the Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique, she will have many more resources in the future.

At least Zhou Ling will help her establish her foundation.

Zhou Ling nodded and smiled, "You can go back now. I'll let you know if I have any news later."

"Yes, Master!"

Luo Xuan bowed in agreement, then bid farewell to Zhou Ling and Dean Gong before leaving.

"Congratulations on taking on a disciple with considerable talent."

"Moreover, it is a relatively rare lightning-attribute spiritual root. Even if one cannot cultivate the Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique, one can still switch to other sword techniques!"

"With one layer of the technique missing, this Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique is basically useless!"

Watching Luo Xuan's departing figure, Dean Gong said to Zhou Ling.

She was very satisfied with Zhou Ling's performance today.

He's not very old, but he's calm and experienced.

However, she also knew that if the Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique was truly missing its second level, it would be very difficult to complete. Even for those with extraordinary talent, it would be extremely difficult to do so.

"This Thunder-Breaking Sword Technique is of good quality. It seems that Luo Xuan has her own cultivation method after all these years of practice."

"I'll just take a look. It would be best if I could help her, but there's nothing I can do if I can't!"

Zhou Ling smiled wryly.

"Also, there's something else I need to ask you."

Dean Gong then smiled and said.

"Now that your cultivation has almost recovered, I have five third-grade injury-grade swords in my hands, all of which have been slightly damaged. I would like to trouble you to repair them."

Dean Gong continued.

"Five high-grade, third-tier swords?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Ling was taken aback.

He knew that the dean wanted him to repair the sword, but he didn't expect it to be Wudao.

"I am not a root of the Five Elements, and my primary root is Wood, but I cultivate the Five Elements Sword Intent."

"I told you last time that the sword intent of the five elements has its unique advantages in comprehending the sword of heaven and earth."

"Therefore, this is one direction I'm exploring in my understanding of the Heaven and Earth Sword."

As Dean Gong spoke, he took out five precious swords from his storage ring.

Five five-colored swords floated in front of her.

As a sword cultivator at the third realm, she naturally knew that repairing the sword would also help improve her sword intent.

It could even be said to be a way to improve one's swordsmanship skills.

After all, some precious swords incorporate the sword intent of sword cultivators.

Repairing a sword is a way to temper the swordsman's intent.

Because during the restoration process, one needs to use sword intent to comprehend the sword intent and sword imprint on the sword.

Through this method of restoration, Zhou Ling was also able to comprehend the sword intent emanating from the precious sword.

Perhaps you will gain some insight.

However, achieving this step is not so easy.

Sword cultivators who possess all five elemental attributes and are also third-tier swordsmiths are extremely rare.

In the entire Qingyun Immortal City, Zhou Ling is the only person she has encountered so far.

That's why she sought out Zhou Ling from the very beginning.

After all, a third-tier swordsmith with the five elements attributes is extremely rare.

"Dean, with my current cultivation level, I'm afraid I'm not capable of repairing a third-grade high-quality sword!"

Seeing that the five swords were somewhat dim, Zhou Ling shook his head, indicating that with his current cultivation level, he was afraid it would be difficult to repair them.

Of course, this is with the help of talent and spirit flames.

There is still some chance.

But he couldn't guarantee it either.

So I still have to decline.

Take preventative measures.

To avoid the situation becoming unrepairable and disappointing Dean Gong.

After all, according to Dean Gong, these five Five Elements Swords were the treasures that helped her comprehend the Sword of Heaven and Earth.

This demonstrates its importance.

"Give it your best."

"The Five Swords are the result of my understanding of the sword of heaven and earth, so it is best if they are made by the same person."

"Otherwise, it will be difficult to achieve the desired results."

"Furthermore, I can explain the sword intent contained within the five swords to you, making it easier for you to control them!"

Dean Gong thought for a moment, then said seriously.

If Zhou Ling could repair these five precious swords, that would be the best outcome.

If not, then let's just consider it as a way to cultivate Zhou Ling's Five Elements Sword Intent.

After all, the sword intent contained within the precious sword would be of great help to him.

"This is wonderful! If we can truly suppress the sword intent within it, then we can give it a try!"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Ling also showed a happy expression.

Opportunities to repair a third-tier sword with all five elements attributes in one go are rare.

Zhou Ling naturally wouldn't miss it.

Afterwards, Dean Gong took Zhou Ling to the Taoist Academy's canteen for a meal.

Over the next few days, Zhou Ling originally planned to stay in the workshop and focus on refining weapons, but after receiving five Five Elements Swords from Dean Gong...

He then settled down at the Nine Heavens Sword Academy.

Dean Gong also arranged a refined residence for him, filled with spiritual energy.

It must be said that Dean Gong's swordsmanship is extremely profound.

Although he doesn't have the five elements spiritual root, his five elements sword intent has already reached the third realm.

Among them, the wood attribute is the most powerful, already at the third realm, fourth step, and not far from entering the fourth realm.

After five days of careful instruction, Zhou Ling's understanding of the Five Elements Sword Intent has greatly improved.

"This fire-attribute sword-man unity technique is a powerful and fierce approach, which consumes a lot of energy and requires the assistance of purer and more abundant spiritual power."

"Metallic sword intent is sharp and powerful, suitable for a single, continuous strike."

"The wood attribute is completely the opposite, emphasizing a long-lasting energy flow and consuming less energy. Of course, its attack power will also be relatively weaker."

"The water element is like gentleness and inclusiveness, making it more suitable for standing for long periods of time."

"Earth elements are stable and solid, and are often used primarily for defense."

Dean Gong explained the Five Elements Sword Intent to Zhou Ling in great detail.

Generally speaking, each person's understanding of sword intent is different, but sword intents of the same attribute will have some commonalities.

Zhou Ling could understand what Dean Gong was saying.

Of course, understanding is one thing, but mastering it is another.

"This way you will understand the sword intent of the five swords, which will be of great help when repairing the swords."

Seeing that Zhou Ling had almost grasped the essence, Dean Gong said in conclusion.

In the past few days, she has passed on the Five Elements Sword Intent she has comprehended to Zhou Ling.

She explained in detail the insights into each attribute and the points to note during the detailed process.

Zhou Ling also gained a lot.

Of course, with the help of his talent, he could also gradually comprehend these sword intents during the process of repairing the sword.

But time doesn't go by that quickly.

After Dean Gong's explanation, he felt it went quite well, and believed that he would reap the rewards after practicing for a while longer.

As for repairing the sword, he felt more confident.

"If you can comprehend your own Five Elements Unity of Man and Sword, your sword cultivation will enter a completely new realm!"

"It's worlds apart from having just one attribute!"

"However, those who can comprehend the sword intent of the Five Elements and Three Realms at the same time are extremely rare."

"I've spent these years in the Taoist academy, and it was only through certain opportunities that I was able to do this."

"So, you don't need to rush, just take it one step at a time!"

Dean Gong reminded Zhou Ling.

Without the profound heritage of the Nine Heavens Sword Academy, it would have been difficult for her to comprehend the Five Elements Sword Intent.

"understand!"

Zhou Ling replied respectfully.

In the past few days, Dean Gong has been giving him guidance with utmost care and dedication.

He was just like his master.

"The repair is underway. Just tell me what materials you need, and I'll get them for you right away!"

Dean Gong spoke again.

"I can exchange these when I return to Xuan Yuan Dao Academy; they have all the necessary materials there!"

Zhou Ling said this.

Dean Gong nodded and didn't stand on ceremony with Zhou Ling.

Afterwards, Zhou Ling got up, said goodbye to Dean Gong, and left.

Dean Gong gave him a few more instructions, telling him to take it one step at a time.

(End of this chapter)