I cultivate the Chaos Technique

After the fierce battle with the Tyrant, Zhang Yifan did not bask in the joy of breaking through to the Foundation Establishment stage. Instead, he fell into deep thought. After returning to the top of Tianfeng Peak, he cultivated while repeatedly recalling every detail of the battle, gradually summarizing his shortcomings.

First, he discovered his shortcomings in cultivation techniques. Although he had cultivated the Chaos Technique, due to the limitations of his cultivation level, he was temporarily unable to use many powerful spells. These spells required a higher level of cultivation to fully master, and at present, he could only rely on some basic spells and techniques to deal with enemies. In particular, the Eternal Chaos Undying Body, a powerful physical technique, could not be used at the Foundation Establishment stage, which made him feel powerless in battle.

"Without a suitable cultivation technique for my current stage, I always feel restricted in battle," Zhang Yifan muttered to himself, his brows furrowed. He knew that although the Chaos Technique was incredibly powerful, he urgently needed a cultivation technique suitable for his current level to enhance his combat strength in order to face even more dangerous challenges in the future.

Secondly, Zhang Yifan realized the limitations of his weapon. In the battle against the Tyrant, he only used the ordinary sword issued by his sect. Although sharp, it couldn't be considered a magical weapon. Faced with the Tyrant's hard scales, this ordinary sword proved powerless and fragile. Zhang Yifan knew that if he possessed a powerful magical weapon, his performance in battle would be vastly different.

"Without a suitable weapon, I'm like a bare-handed fighter when facing powerful enemies, completely limited in every way," Zhang Yifan sighed inwardly. He knew that to go further on his future cultivation path, possessing a powerful weapon that suited him was crucial.

After some thought, Zhang Yifan decided to head to the sect's Sword Tomb to find a sword that truly belonged to him. The Sword Tomb was where the Lingyun Sword Sect stored famous swords from past generations; it contained countless swords with spiritual essence, and only disciples who were compatible with them could take them. With anticipation and a touch of awe, Zhang Yifan set off for the Sword Tomb.

The Sword Tomb is located deep in the valley of the Lingyun Sword Sect, shrouded in mist and clouds, giving it a mysterious and solemn feel. Outside the Sword Tomb, many disciples surround it, including elders and true disciples at the Golden Core realm. Some are guarding it, while others are studying the Dao of the Sword, and each of them has a look of solemnity and awe.

Zhang Yifan arrived at the Sword Tomb and looked up. He saw that the entrance to the Sword Tomb was covered with powerful formations, which acted as invisible barriers, protecting the precious swords within. Guarding the Sword Tomb was an elder at the Nascent Soul Realm, whose gaze was sharp as lightning, and whose authority was unquestionable.

As Zhang Yifan approached, the elder nodded slightly and said, "Zhang Yifan, you have been granted permission by Elder Xuan Kongzi to enter the Sword Tomb to retrieve a sword. But you must remember that every sword in the Sword Tomb has a spirit, and only those who resonate with the sword's intent can gain its approval."

Zhang Yifan bowed respectfully and said, "Thank you for the reminder, Elder. I will remember it."

After receiving permission, Zhang Yifan slowly walked into the Sword Tomb, stepping into this mysterious place filled with ancient sword intent.

The Sword Tomb was extremely spacious, with countless swords hanging on the surrounding stone walls, each radiating a different light, as if quietly awaiting the arrival of a destined person. As Zhang Yifan walked, he felt the sharp sword intent filling the air, and every step he took was cautious.

The swords within the Sword Tomb varied in quality, ranging from ordinary magical artifacts to higher-grade spiritual weapons, and even legendary magical treasures. Each sword possessed a unique story and spirit. Zhang Yifan carefully sensed the aura of these swords, attempting to find the one that best suited him.

As he walked, he could hear the chatter of other disciples from time to time:

“This ‘Blazing Blade’ was once the sword of a Golden Core stage elder three thousand years ago. It can incinerate everything,” a disciple said, pointing to a crimson sword.

"And this 'Mysterious Ice Blade' is said to be the sword of a Nascent Soul stage senior, capable of freezing heaven and earth," another disciple introduced from the side.

Zhang Yifan listened quietly to the introductions. Although he felt that these swords were extraordinary, he never stopped walking. He understood that although there were countless famous swords in the Sword Tomb, his true purpose for this trip was to find the sword that resonated with his own heart.

The depths of the Sword Tomb grew increasingly quiet, and the sword intent permeating the air intensified. Zhang Yifan walked past each sword, yet he couldn't find that spiritual resonance within himself. This left him somewhat disappointed, and he even began to doubt whether he could find his own sword here.

Just as he was about to leave temporarily, a faint yet ancient sword intent suddenly emanated from the deepest part of the sword tomb. The sword intent carried a mysterious and distant aura, as if beckoning him. Zhang Yifan's heart stirred, and he followed the sword intent, finally stopping in front of a hidden stone platform.

Lying quietly on the stone platform was a seemingly ordinary longsword, its blade dull and even somewhat old. Compared to the dazzling swords around it, it appeared utterly unremarkable. However, the moment Zhang Yifan saw this sword, he felt an unprecedented resonance.

He reached out and grasped the sword hilt. Instantly, a cold and sharp sword aura surged into his body through the hilt, perfectly merging with his spiritual power. At that moment, Zhang Yifan felt a jolt throughout his body, as if he and the sword had become one.

"This is it!" Zhang Yifan was thrilled. This seemingly ordinary longsword was the weapon he had been searching for.

The moment he grasped the sword, the aura within the sword tomb suddenly shifted, and a deep hum resounded throughout the heavens and earth, as if the sword was responding to his call. As the hum rang out, the light within the sword tomb began to converge, forming a dazzling sword beam that shot straight into the sky, instantly causing a tremor throughout the entire Lingyun Sword Sect.

The Nascent Soul Realm elder within the Sword Tomb immediately sensed the anomaly and swiftly appeared. He gazed at the sword, a hint of surprise and admiration in his eyes: "This is… Ling Yunzi's sword, the 'Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword'! It has actually recognized its master!"

Outside the Sword Tomb, the elders and disciples of the sect were also drawn by this strange phenomenon and rushed over to investigate. A moment later, the sect leader and deputy sect leader also arrived in person. They stood outside the Sword Tomb, gazing at the soaring sword light, their eyes flashing with complex emotions.

"It's actually the 'Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword' recognizing its master! This sword has been dormant in the Sword Tomb since Ancestor Lingyunzi ascended to immortality, and no one has been able to make it recognize its master for hundreds of years. But today..."

Just as everyone was discussing this, an old and dignified voice suddenly rang out: "Who is here to take the sword?"

As the sound rang out, a figure descended from the sky—it was Xuan Kongzi, the Supreme Elder of the Lingyun Sword Sect. His gaze, sharp as lightning, swept over Zhang Yifan within the Sword Tomb, a hint of admiration and deep thought in his eyes.

“Zhang Yifan?” Xuan Kongzi nodded slightly and said calmly, “You are actually able to resonate with the ‘Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword’. It seems that you are indeed exceptionally talented.”

Upon seeing his master arrive in person, Zhang Yifan immediately bowed respectfully: "Master, I found this sword in the Sword Tomb, and it resonates with my heart."

Xuan Kongzi nodded, his tone tinged with satisfaction: "This sword is called the 'Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword,' and it was the personal sword of Ling Yunzi, the founder of our Lingyun Sword Sect. Its grade is unknown, but its power is unparalleled. The fact that you can resonate with it shows that you have a very deep affinity with this sword."

The sect leader and deputy sect leader also stepped forward. The sect leader slowly said, "Zhang Yifan, now that you have obtained the 'Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword,' then cultivate diligently. You will surely achieve greater success in the way of the sword in the future."

The vice sect leader smiled and said, "Senior brother, it seems your disciple will surely make a name for himself in the cultivation world in the future."

Xuan Kongzi smiled slightly, turned to Zhang Yifan, and said, "Yifan, obtaining this spiritual sword is a major opportunity on your path of cultivation. But remember, although the sword is powerful, your heart for cultivation is even more important. Do not neglect your own cultivation because of the sword's power."

Zhang Yifan nodded solemnly: "Disciple will keep Master's teachings in mind and will live up to Master's and sect's expectations."

Xuan Kongzi nodded in satisfaction, then led Zhang Yifan and the sect leader away from the Sword Tomb. The recognition of the Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword as its master, though causing a brief anomaly, quickly subsided.

The next step is to go to the library to see if there are any suitable cultivation methods for me!