One Person: Revitalize the Sword Sect, Start with the Sword Challenge of the Ten Lords

The moonlight was as clear as water, penetrating the sparse branches and sprinkling mottled light on the quiet forest path.

Ye Lin's figure stood out in the silver glow, yet his eyes gleamed with unprecedented resolve and confidence. Surrounding him, only the sound of wind and falling leaves accompanied his sword dance. The Exorcist Sword slashed through the air, piercing silver arcs. Each swing deepened his understanding and fusion of the sword's profound meaning.

"The evil spirit returns to its true nature, and the sword's intent is profound." Ye Lin murmured, and every move and every style seemed to resonate with the mysterious power in his body. Wherever the tip of the sword pointed, even the invisible air seemed to be split in two, leaving faint ripples flickering in the moonlight.

"Try again!" His mind raced, and his form shifted dramatically. This time, each move of the Exorcist Sword Technique was executed with greater fluidity and ease, the power within it intensifying. It was as if the evil spirit from the ancient sword manual, under his control, gradually returned to its true form, transforming into an irresistible force.

As the moonlight deepened, the silhouette of Longhu Mountain appeared particularly majestic under the night sky, its rolling hills, shrouded in clouds and mist, like a giant dragon circling. Beneath this peaceful scene, an undercurrent was quietly surging.

"Brother Tao, the defense of Longhu Mountain is really not exaggerated. How can we sneak in quietly?" Shadan lowered his voice, his eyes showing both nervousness and excitement. He looked around, the dense forest was like a natural barrier, but it also became the best cover.

Quan Xingyuan Tao gently stroked his chin, his gaze penetrating, as if he had memorized the entire terrain of Longhu Mountain. "This journey won't be easy, but our goal is clear. As long as we find that hidden crevice, we can leverage the terrain to our advantage and approach our goal unnoticed."

As they spoke, the group quickened their pace. They were so agile that even on this rugged mountain road, they walked with ease. Tao Zi led the way, marking the path with special signs to prevent anyone from getting lost.

"Hey, have you heard? Brother Ye Lin's swordsmanship has improved greatly recently. It is said that even the old Taoist priests on the mountain have taken notice of him." A young voice suddenly sounded in the team, trying to ease the tense atmosphere.

"Ye Lin..." Silly Egg muttered to himself, a complicated light flashing in his eyes, "If I can see his evil-repelling sword technique, this trip will be worth it."

"Stop talking nonsense. We're not here to watch the fun." Tao Zi scolded in a low voice, then changed his tone, "However, Ye Lin's rise is indeed an accident. It is rumored that he has the secret of an ancient sword manual hidden in his body. If I can really use it for my own benefit, hehe..."

Under the moonlight, the figures of the group gradually blended into the night of Longhu Mountain, leaving only a series of vague shadows moving through the woods.

After some twists and turns, they finally found the hidden crevice. It was narrow enough for only one person to pass through, but it was a shortcut to the core of Longhu Mountain. Quan Xingyuantao gestured, and everyone followed his instructions, carefully beginning their climb.

"This place is absolutely amazing, outsiders would never imagine it!" Shadan exclaimed in a low voice while climbing. His palms were full of sweat, but he didn't dare to relax at all.

"It's better to be cautious. The people in Longhu Mountain are very alert. Any slight sound may cause trouble." Taozi reminded, his eyes alert, ready to deal with emergencies at any time.

Just as they were getting closer and closer to their goal, a figure suddenly appeared on the top of the mountain. Under the moonlight, the man had a tall and straight figure. It was Ye Lin who had just been practicing swordsmanship in the forest.

"Who are you, master? Why do you come to Longhu Mountain so late at night? Is there something important?" Ye Lin's voice was calm but with an unignorable majesty. The evil-repelling sword in his hand swayed gently, and the moonlight and the sword light complemented each other, forming a shocking picture.

"Brother Ye Lin, hearing about us is worse than meeting us in person. We have no ill intentions. We just want to borrow something from Longhu Mountain. I hope you can make it easier for us." Quan Xingyuantao walked out slowly with a smile on his face, but his tone was one that could not be refused.

"An item? Humph, how can you lend something from Longhu Mountain just by asking for it?" Ye Lin raised the tip of his sword slightly, and sword energy permeated his body. It was obvious that he did not believe what the other party said.

"Then we'll have to fight it out." Tao Zi's smile faded, his eyes fixed, and a turbulent showdown surrounding Longhu Mountain seemed inevitable.

"Attack!" With a single command, the confrontation between the two sides escalated instantly. Sword shadows and spells intertwined, and under the night sky, the tranquility of Longhu Mountain was completely shattered...

"Ye Lin, the outcome between you and me will determine the fate of Longhu Mountain tonight." As Tao Zi finished speaking, the battle had reached a fever pitch. The two forces collided violently, as if the heaven and earth had changed color.

"Come on, let's see whether your so-called 'borrowing things' is more important, or the peace of Mount Longhu is more precious!" Ye Lin sneered, and as he swung the Sword of Exorcism, his sword intent was profound, and he vowed to protect this holy land from being disturbed.

Ye Lin watched as Tiedan's water gun suddenly transformed into a silver torrent, hurtling towards him. A smile curled up his lips. Yuan Tao really knew how to entertain himself. In the night breeze, Ye Lin's clothes swayed gently, his body moving left and right, each dodge precise and accurate, as if blending into the night.

"Hey, Tiedan, come on! Let's see what Ye Lin is really capable of!" Yuan Tao cheered from the side, his eyes gleaming with cunning. For Ye Lin, this sudden test was undoubtedly a real-world exercise in agility and reaction.

"Senior Brother Ye Lin, I'm sorry!" Although Tiedan is honest, he is decisive in his moves. The water gun is like a living thing under his control. The water column sometimes disperses into drizzle, and sometimes condenses into arrows, with unpredictable changes.

Ye Lin dodged nimbly, secretly admiring the situation. These days, everyone at Longhu Mountain has been diligently cultivating, and even junior apprentices like Tiedan have shown remarkable progress. "Not bad, Tiedan, your water control has improved a lot. However, that alone isn't enough for me to take it seriously."

With that, Ye Lin tapped his toes, his figure accelerating suddenly. Like a ghost in the night wind, he instantly closed the distance between him and Tiedan. He reached out and unexpectedly caught the jet of water. With a gentle twist, the silver stream miraculously condensed in his hand, transforming into a crystal-clear water ball.

"How is it? This is my perception of water." Ye Lin smiled and gently threw the water ball in his hand back to Tiedan. When the latter caught it, his face was full of disbelief.

"This... this is too powerful!" Tiedan was dumbfounded. The water ball in his hand seemed to contain unspeakable power.

"One more shot, I don't believe it can be this accurate every time!" Tiedan puffed up his cheeks stubbornly, and quickly formed seals with his hands. This time, what was shot out were not scattered water jets, but dozens of densely arranged water balls, which rushed towards Ye Lin like a machine gun.