Ten Directions Sword Master

Chapter 98 No need to regret

Ziyang Academy.

Several tables were set out with fruits, snacks, and fine wines.

Since there were no chairs, everyone sat on the floor, which actually brought them closer together.

"Bailu Academy truly lives up to its reputation as one of the four great Confucian academies. I have been here for a few days and have gained a great deal. So I offer this cup of wine to the academy's leaders and students. If you ever visit Lushan in the future, I will certainly do my best to be your host."

Yu Tian was wearing a brocade robe, with a thin, pointed face, and his hands holding the wine cup were quite distinctive.

There is a difference in size between the left and right hands; the fingers on the right palm are noticeably longer.

"Young Master Yu, you're too kind. To receive guidance from a swordsman of the Lushan Sword Alliance is a rare opportunity for any disciple of the academy."

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"One cannot hit a smiling face." Yu Tian adopted a humble attitude, and the school leaders gave him face. One of them spoke up loudly.

Upon graduation from Bailu Academy, students who reach the Foundation Establishment stage can remain at the academy as instructors after a three-year observation period.

Once one has gained more experience and has over ten years of teaching experience, and has reached the late stage of Foundation Establishment, there is an opportunity to be promoted to Academic Master.

However, among the thirty-odd students, no more than ten will retain the hope of refining their spirit.

Facing Yu Tian, ​​who is much younger and has no shortcomings in background or ability, they felt inferior.

Even in actual combat, many of the students might not be a match for Yu Tian.

"It's a pity I didn't get to meet Dean Yu Ziqi. I hope I'll have the opportunity next time. Please convey my admiration to Gu Xuezheng."

Yu Tian said with deep regret.

After the battle to ambush Zhai Baishi, Yu Ziqi's reputation soared. The knowledgeable experts in the martial arts world could all see how much effort he had put into the battle.

It can be said that without the unexpected involvement of Yu Ziqi, Yuan Guanyu's plan would have failed miserably.

It wasn't the death of one old iron man or the death of one Jiujiang inspector that brought it all to an end.

I fear that everyone present who was undergoing spiritual refinement, except for Yuan Guanyu himself, would perish on the spot.

If Gu Jingyi were to die, one can imagine the fury of the Gu family of Kuaiji; even the emperor might not be able to protect Yuan Guanyu.

However, few people mention the Twenty-Four Solar Terms Sword Technique; the one that shines brightly is the Chaotic Jade Pivot True Scripture.

Louguan has not had any true disciples traveling the world for many years. Although it is ranked among the three Taoist temples, some people have said that it has been surpassed by the other two Taoist temples.

This time, with just a little effort, we made it clear to our fellow practitioners that Louguan's ranking among the Three Temples is not solely due to its status as the origin of palaces and temples.

Who can say for sure how many ancient monsters are hidden within this ancient sect that has been passed down from the mythological era?

The expert who secretly protected Yu Tian at the Refinement of Spirit level was the sword protector of the Lushan Sword Alliance. He accompanied Yu Tian from his travels through the martial world to his breakthrough in the Refinement of Spirit level.

This process may take ten years and greatly affect the sword protector's own cultivation.

However, within the Lushan Sword Alliance, it was highly sought after and everyone was vying for it.

There's no other reason than that during the three years that Jianzi went to Qinglian Jushi to learn swordsmanship, the sword protector could listen in on the lessons.

With these conditions listed, countless swordsmen across the world would flock to them.

It was the sword protector who told Yu Tian that this Gu Jingyu had already reached the half-step Refining Spirit stage and could break through and advance at any time.

Therefore, he had a more special attitude towards Gu Jingyu. In his heart, Gu Jingyu was the one who was qualified to be his equal.

Gu Jingyu didn't speak, but simply raised his cup and drank one cup of wine after another.

A month ago, Yu Ziqi led two disciples back to Bailu Academy. They only met with the dean once before closing the forestry school and refusing to see anyone else.

This raises suspicions that Yu Ziqi was also seriously injured in his battle with Zhai Baishi.

"If you ask me, not seeing Dean Yu Ziqi is not the most regrettable thing. The real regret is not seeing Senior Brother Lu Li. He clearly came back a long time ago, but as soon as my cousin arrived at Bailu Academy, he went out to comprehend sword techniques and has been gone for so many days."

Sitting next to Yu Tian, ​​the slightly shorter boy suddenly spoke, his tone strange.

"It's a real pity that I didn't get to witness the Twenty-Four Solar Terms Sword Technique, which is superior to my cousin's. What do you all think?"

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The atmosphere at the table fell silent as everyone looked at each other in bewilderment.

Everyone could hear the sarcasm in this person's words, but Lu Li's disappearance was also a fact, and they couldn't find a suitable reason to refute it.

Moreover, these people have had little contact with Lu Li, and they may very well have similar thoughts in their hearts.

Such a coincidence, could it be that they deliberately avoided revealing their true strength, so as to stay on the rankings for a few more periods?

Even without any further achievements, a player ranked 24th will likely remain on the list for at least a year.

Gu Jingyu's expression darkened, and he slammed his wine glass down. Just as he was about to speak, a voice rang out.

"If Senior Brother Lu is not an expert in swordsmanship, how could he have cultivated the Twenty-Four Solar Terms Sword Technique to this level at such a young age? If you wish to witness the swordsmanship of Bailu Academy, I, Nan, am willing to spar with you for a few moves."

"I am a beautiful woman," Nan Henshui said coldly, her hand already touching the sword at her waist.

Having experienced the Crimson Fire Secret Realm and being trapped on the hill, he finally made a small breakthrough on his way back, reaching the so-called half-step Foundation Establishment stage.

With a few months of accumulating internal energy and the aid of a pill, one can advance to the Foundation Establishment stage.

He had witnessed Lu Li kill the Silver Fish Envoy of the Thieves' Office with his own eyes, so he naturally knew how amazing that sword strike was.

Later, during a conversation with another Silver Fish Envoy who was guarding them, it was mentioned that there was a very radical adult in the Martial Arts Academy who even wanted to directly rank Lu Li into the top twenty of the Human Ranking.

He surpassed many established scions of prominent families and true disciples of major lineages.

The two sides were locked in a dispute, and as the final draft of the list of successful candidates was approaching, it directly alarmed the Deputy Privy Councilor.

It would be wonderful if he personally approved the Twenty-Four Solar Terms Sword Technique, which would be ranked twenty-fourth on its first attempt at the list.

That's how Lu Li got his final ranking.

"snort!"

The boy snorted, lacking the courage to draw his sword, and could only turn his head away angrily, pretending nothing had happened.

"Haha, Junior Brother Nan misunderstood my cousin's meaning. I have loved swords since childhood and wanted to try all the sword techniques in the world. I first read the thirty-three entry-level sword manuals of the Sword Alliance. When I came to the Jianghu, I saw the Seven Strategies Sword Manual of the Langya Wang Clan, tasted the Thirteen Jade Swords of the Kuaiji Gu Clan, and lost to the Taiji Pure Yang Sword of the Zhenwu Temple."

Yu Tian took over the conversation, sat up straight, and spoke sincerely.

"It can be said that, apart from a few Buddhist sword techniques that I have never had the chance to see, I have seen all the famous sword techniques in the world—but there is one sword technique called the Twenty-Four Solar Terms that I have long admired, but unfortunately it seems that few people in the four Confucian academies have been practicing it in recent years, so I can't even find someone to watch me practice it."

"Therefore, when I heard that Brother Lu had suddenly appeared, I was both surprised and delighted. I was finally able to fulfill my wish and witness the exquisite sword technique that is the most profound in the world."

"I came to Bailu Academy with high expectations, only to find that Brother Lu was out practicing his sword. How regrettable!"

His words sounded sincere, and even the academy disciples changed their opinion of him considerably.

It seems they really came here to witness the sword technique based on the 24 solar terms, so their disappointment and regret are understandable.

"No need to regret it—since you are so eager to see the Twenty-Four Solar Terms Sword Technique, how could I disappoint you?"

A loud voice came from outside the courtyard, and everyone looked up. A tall and upright figure strode in, exuding an extraordinary aura.

"Senior Brother Lu!"

"Senior Brother Lu actually came! It seems he really has returned after mastering the sword technique. We just happened to run into each other!"

Several academy disciples whispered among themselves, causing Yu Tian's expression to change repeatedly before he rose to greet them.

"As expected of Young Master Lu, who ranked twenty-fourth on his first appearance on the list of people, I am Yu Tian—"

"Is it you who came to challenge me to a duel, wanting to witness the Twenty-Four Solar Terms Sword Technique?"

Lu Li interrupted him without any politeness.

"That's right. When I was young, I browsed the sword reviews in the alliance and there was a mention of the Twenty-Four Solar Terms Sword Technique—"

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Yu Tian paused slightly before continuing.

"Alright, normally I wouldn't accept an opponent of your rank, but since you've taken the initiative to come, I'll make an exception this time—shall we compete here or somewhere else?"

Lu Li became so arrogant that he seemed like a completely different person.

This aligns with the true meaning of Xiabu Sword Technique, revealing its sharpness and maximizing the effect of this sword competition, thus successfully amplifying the sword intent within one's heart to its peak.

The tactics were devised after listening to Luo Pangzi's introduction, and the sword fight had already begun unnoticed.

"What arrogance!"

Yu Tian gritted his teeth, unable to keep up the act any longer, and picked up the long sword from the table.

"Right here, I'll burst your bubble—you really think you can compare to us by killing a Silver Fish Envoy with a sneak attack? After this battle, you'll return to where you belong!"

Everyone quickly moved aside, making enough space for the two of them.

In contrast, Yu Tian's companions were full of confidence and seemed certain of victory.

However, the instructors and students of Bailu Academy all looked worried.

After all, apart from the battle with Shen Qian, they hadn't seen Lu Li in recent combat.

Based on his performance that day, it was certainly not enough to support his 24th place ranking.

Gu Jingyu tucked his hands into his sleeves, his eyes focused, ready to strike at any moment.

Regardless of the outcome, the most important thing is that Lu Li cannot be seriously injured.

One defeat means nothing; there will be plenty of opportunities to get back at you in the future.

But if someone is severely injured by a sword and spends two or three years in bed with any lingering health problems, even the best talent will be wasted.

By the time they were able to resume their cultivation, their peers were already attempting to break through to the Spirit Refinement stage.

Suddenly, his heart skipped a beat, and his gaze shifted to the distance, where a middle-aged swordsman with ordinary features, who left no impression, stood.

Holding a long sword in his arms, he felt as if he possessed the entire world.

"Sword Guardian, Divine Warrior!"

Gu Jingyu knew he was no match for his opponent, but being in the White Deer Academy, he figured the sword protector wouldn't dare use any underhanded tactics.

Lu Li's inverted Star-Picking technique, with its excessively long blade dragging on the ground, significantly impacted many of the Akibu sword styles known for their speed.

But his expression was calm, showing no worry, as he recalled Yu Tian's nine victories.

The fastest match can be decided in just two moves.

The longest match only took nine moves.

However, this does not mean that Yu Tian has an overwhelming advantage over those opponents. If we look at the time it took to deal with the Earth-Turning Dragon, who was at the late Foundation Establishment stage, he could rank in the top ten of the rankings.

In reality, however, when facing the disciples of Zhenwu Temple who ranked nineteenth on the Human Ranking, he was hesitant and suffered a swift and decisive defeat.

From beginning to end, he showed no hope of winning whatsoever.

This only shows that Yu Tian's sword style is extremely effective against opponents who are not as strong as him.

If I find out you're weaker than me, you're in big trouble!