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Chapter 22 Sword Name Chengxin
Time flows like water.

Inside the bamboo hut, Gu Shaoan's internal energy flowed gently within his body.

In just two days, Gu Shaoan's internal strength increased to the same extent as he had gained in the previous five days of cultivation.

Such a significant change is certainly due to the more profound internal energy cultivation techniques, but the bigger reason is that when Gu Shaoan was practicing the second level of the "Emei Nine Yang Skill," he had already reached the perfect level of the first level.

This allowed the internal energy within the body to reach an extremely pure level.

This makes the growth of internal strength faster.

Moreover, within this month, the feedback from his internal energy, coupled with the growth of Gu Shaoan's body, also led to a corresponding improvement in the width and resilience of Gu Shaoan's meridians.

The time allotted for daily internal energy cultivation has increased by half an hour.

This constant feeling of increasing internal energy gave Gu Shaoan a sense of satisfaction and a desire to savor the experience.

If it weren't for his meridians being unable to withstand the strain, Gu Shaoan could have sat from morning till night, focusing all his attention on cultivating his internal energy.

[Congratulations to the player for practicing internal energy cultivation techniques for half an hour. Achievement points +5.]

As soon as the notification appeared in front of Gu Shaoan, the first rays of morning sunlight shone into the bamboo hut through the window.

After channeling all his internal energy into his dantian, Gu Shaoan began to change his clothes and wash up.

He picked up the scabbard containing the wooden sword, then flicked it onto the table. The bundle that had been packed on the bamboo table the night before was lifted by the scabbard and slid down into Gu Shaoan's hands.

When Gu Shaoan arrived at the Bamboo Courtyard of Extinction, Ding Minjun and Zhou Zhiruo were already waiting at the entrance.

Looking at Gu Shaoan, dressed in a blue and white outfit, with his jet-black hair tied up with a headband and a handsome and refined appearance, not to mention Zhou Zhiruo, even Ding Minjun couldn't help but secretly admire him.

But in an instant, Ding Minjun's face darkened, and she spoke coldly.

"As a disciple, if Master has given any instructions, I should come and wait as soon as possible. How can I delay like this?"

He immediately began by condemning Gu Shaoan from a moral high ground.

Gu Shaoan had only been a member of the Emei Sect for a little over a month, and on this back mountain, he had been very proper and respectful of etiquette.

Even so, Gu Shaoan could still sense Ding Minjun's dislike for him from the way she looked at him.

The reason was simply that his talent aroused Ding Minjun's jealousy.

During this month, I stayed at home as little as possible, focusing on my cultivation and trying to avoid contact with Ding Minjun to prevent any unpleasantness or unnecessary disruption to my mood.

Who would have thought that Ding Minjun would still cause trouble for no reason, scolding him just because he hadn't done anything.

A hint of displeasure flashed through Gu Shaoan's heart at this, but he showed no sign of it on his face. He clasped his hands and said, "Second Senior Sister is right. If there is a next time, Shaoan will definitely remember to wait in advance."

His attitude was serious and humble, as if he had truly realized his mistake.

This reaction, ironically, made Ding Minjun's next words of reprimand stuck in her throat, unable to be uttered or swallowed, leaving her feeling inexplicably stifled.

Just then, the previously closed gate of the bamboo courtyard suddenly opened.

Miejue, dressed in a plain white robe, stepped out from the gate.

Upon seeing Miejue, Gu Shaoan, Zhou Zhiruo, and Ding Minjun immediately bowed.

"Disciple has met the master."

Miejue gave a soft "hmm," her gaze sweeping lightly over Ding Minjun before glancing at Zhou Zhiruo.

Only when his gaze settled on Gu Shaoan did his eyes soften slightly. He drew his right hand from behind his back, revealing a long sword in his hand.

The silver scabbard is exquisitely crafted with intricate patterns, and in the center of the scabbard, the fine lines encapsulate the two characters "Cheng Xin" (meaning "clear mind").

When the three men's eyes fell on the sword in Miejue's hand, Miejue gently raised her hand and threw the sword directly at Gu Shaoan.

As Gu Shaoan caught the longsword, Miejue said, "Shaoan, although you are young, you are born with a sword spirit. The tendons and bones in your arms are far superior to those of ordinary people. Even if your tendons and bones have not been honed, you are no less than ordinary martial artists. A wooden sword is not quite suitable for you."

Extinction said gently, "Try this sword and see how it feels?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Shaoan did not refuse. After carefully examining the long sword in his hand, he held the scabbard horizontally in front of him with his left hand and gripped the hilt with his right.

The moment he covered the hilt of the sword, the effect of the "Drawing the Sword Like a Rainbow" stat was triggered, giving Gu Shaoan a long-lost sense of familiarity the instant he gripped the hilt.

It's as if this sword has already been obtained by Gu Shaoan and used thousands of times.

As the five fingers gripped the hilt of the sword, the blade slowly slid out of the scabbard.

A cold glint suddenly appeared in Gu Shaoan's eyes as it shone along the snow-white blade of the sword.

Once the longsword was drawn, its snow-white blade gleamed coldly in the morning sunlight.

It's clearly not an ordinary item.

His gaze swept across the blade as Gu Shaoan wielded his longsword, unleashing a flurry of sword moves, though his movements weren't particularly fast, as if he were getting used to the new sword in his hands.

A few breaths later, Gu Shaoan suddenly thrust his sword to the side. Just as he was about to stop, Gu Shaoan's wrist suddenly trembled, and the tip of the sword instantly burst out with five or six afterimages, like willow catkins flying in the face.

Miejue nodded as she took in Gu Shaoan's move, "Thousands of Willow Shadows," which originated from the "Willow Floss Sword Technique."

An Dao truly lived up to his innate swordsmanship; even though it was his first time wielding a real sword, he felt no discomfort whatsoever. On the contrary, the Chengxin Sword felt like an extension of his own limb in Gu Shaoan's hands.

In fact, Gu Shaoan felt no discomfort whatsoever when he held the Chengxin Sword at that moment.

He could even feel that the sword in his hand, compared to the wooden sword he usually used, no longer had that light and flimsy feeling, and was actually more comfortable to use.

Intrigued, Gu Shaoan tried out several sword techniques before finally sheathing his sword with a satisfied look on his face.

"Thank you Master for giving me the sword."

Miejue smiled and replied, "This Chengxin Sword was forged by your grandmaster when I came of age. It is a fine weapon. Today, I give this sword to you, hoping that you will be as clear and pure as its name, uphold your true heart, and bring honor to the name of Emei."

Gu Shaoan said solemnly, "This disciple will certainly keep Master's teachings in mind."

Ding Minjun, standing to the side, looked at the Chengxin Sword in Gu Shaoan's hand, her jealousy almost impossible to conceal.

This Chengxin Sword was forged from a special ore from Emei Mountain.

Although it is not as sharp as the Heaven Sword, it is definitely a top-grade weapon.

Even Ding Minjun's sword was inferior to it in many ways.

Ding Minjun once subtly hinted that she wanted Miejue to give her the Chengxin Sword, but Miejue seemed not to hear her.

But when it came to Gu Shaoan, without him even having to say a word, Miejue took the initiative to give him the sword.

This made Ding Minjun secretly curse Miejue for being biased.

Consequently, when Ding Minjun looked at Gu Shaoan, the coldness in her eyes grew even stronger.

(End of this chapter)