bullyxtreme Chapter 11 Returning to the Scripture Pavilion
Chapter 11 Returning to the Scripture Pavilion
After leaving the Sword Tomb, Zhang Yifan held the Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword, which had just recognized him as its master, and felt an unprecedented sense of security. The sword emitted a faint blue light, and its blade was engraved with mysterious runes, subtly radiating a sharp sword intent.
The Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword trembled gently in his hand, seemingly responding to his aura. This sword would undoubtedly aid him in his future cultivation, but Zhang Yifan knew that true strength improvement depended not only on a good sword, but also on suitable cultivation techniques to truly unleash the full power of the Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword.
He had heard that throughout history, sword cultivators who could obtain a famous sword that suited them, along with appropriate sword techniques and cultivation methods, could often achieve twice the result with half the effort on their cultivation path and attain extraordinary accomplishments.
Now that the Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword has recognized its master, Zhang Yifan feels even greater anticipation. As he senses the power of the sword in his hand, he ponders how to perfectly integrate the Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword with his own cultivation.
Upon returning to the summit of Tianfeng Peak, Zhang Yifan immediately went to the sword training ground. He stood in the center of the training ground, holding the Tianxuan Spirit Sword tightly in his hand, his true energy slowly circulating within his body, and silently reciting the sword technique incantation of the "Xuanqing Sword Manual".
This was a sword technique personally taught to him by his master, Xuan Kongzi. It was profound in its meaning, emphasizing the condensation and release of sword energy, transforming the spiritual energy of heaven and earth into sword intent, making it infinitely powerful. Zhang Yifan had been diligently studying this sword technique, and as his cultivation improved, his understanding of its mysteries deepened.
At this moment, he began to slowly wield the Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword in his hand, each strike flowing smoothly and effortlessly according to the sword techniques of the Profound Clarity Sword Manual. The sword energy surged in the air, bringing with it gusts of breeze, as if drawing in the surrounding spiritual energy.
However, as Zhang Yifan practiced his swordsmanship, he gradually discovered a problem. Although the Xuanqing Sword Technique was incredibly powerful, in actual combat, relying solely on this sword technique was sometimes insufficient to flexibly handle various situations. The sword moves of the technique were fixed, and although proficiency could be improved through practice, it still seemed somewhat limited when facing powerful enemies.
Zhang Yifan stopped practicing his swordsmanship and frowned in thought. He knew that relying on just one sword technique was far from enough; he needed a supplementary sword technique that allowed for rapid reactions, along with corresponding movement techniques and body-refining skills, in order to deal with various unexpected situations in battle.
Especially in high-intensity combat, deficiencies in movement techniques and body tempering skills can easily expose fatal weaknesses.
"I must find a sword technique that complements the 'Mysterious Purity Sword Manual,' as well as suitable movement techniques and body-refining skills," Zhang Yifan secretly resolved. He knew in his heart that his cultivation was still shallow and he needed a more complete system of techniques to make up for his shortcomings.
With this in mind, he decided to go to the Lingyun Sword Sect's Scripture Pavilion to find a cultivation method suitable for his current stage of practice.
The Scripture Pavilion is the treasure trove of wisdom of the Lingyun Sword Sect. The nine-story tower contains countless cultivation techniques and secret arts, with each floor housing different levels of secret manuals.
Legend has it that the most powerful secret techniques and inheritances of the sect are hidden in the highest ninth level, and only a very few disciples and elders with exceptional talent can enter.
Zhang Yifan's goal was to find sword techniques and other complementary skills that complemented the "Xuanqing Sword Manual".
However, not just anyone can enter the Scripture Pavilion. Each floor is protected by a tight array, and the guardians are highly skilled cultivators. They are responsible not only for protecting these precious scriptures but also for verifying the qualifications of those who enter.
Whether one can advance to a higher floor depends not only on their cultivation level but also on their contribution points.
Since becoming a disciple of Xuan Kongzi, Zhang Yifan has completed several sect missions and accumulated some contribution points. Combined with the fixed monthly contribution from true disciples, he has a total of approximately [amount missing] contribution points, which is barely enough to enter the eighth level.
He was well aware of his contribution points and walked resolutely toward the library, pondering how to maximize their use.
Arriving at the Sutra Repository, Zhang Yifan gazed up at the nine-story tower, his heart filled with countless emotions. This was the sacred place that countless disciples of the Lingyun Sword Sect dreamed of, a place that held the wisdom of countless predecessors and sages, where every scroll might contain the power to change one's destiny.
Standing here today, Zhang Yifan is filled with anticipation and hope for the future.
Upon entering the Scripture Pavilion, several outer disciples were browsing through ancient texts in the main hall on the first floor. Seeing Zhang Yifan enter, they all cast envious glances at him. Zhang Yifan, however, remained focused and headed straight for the staircase leading to the second floor.
At the top of the stairs, a guardian sat cross-legged before an array, eyes closed in meditation, his body radiating a rich spiritual energy—clearly an elder at the Golden Core stage. Sensing someone approaching, the guardian opened his eyes, his gaze sharp as a sword, exuding an aura of authority.
"To enter the second level, you need to pay 200 contribution points," the guardian said calmly, his voice carrying an undeniable power.
Zhang Yifan nodded, took out his contribution token, and injected 200 contribution points. A flash of light appeared, and the formation automatically opened, allowing him to pass. As he ascended the floors, the guardians' cultivation levels increased, and the required contribution points also rose. Zhang Yifan continued to contribute contribution points, passing through each trial until he reached the seventh floor.
When he arrived at the seventh level, he was greeted by an elder of unfathomable Nascent Soul stage cultivation. The elder's gaze was sharp as lightning as he stared at Zhang Yifan: "Entering the seventh level requires 8000 contribution points. Do you have enough contribution points?"
Zhang Yifan nodded without hesitation, injecting another 8000 contribution points. A flash of light, the formation activated, and Zhang Yifan passed the test of the seventh level, continuing his ascent to the eighth. At the entrance to the eighth level, a guardian, also at the Nascent Soul stage, sat quietly. Seeing Zhang Yifan's arrival, he nodded slightly, his voice deep and steady: "Entering the eighth level requires contribution points. Do you have enough?"
Zhang Yifan knew this was the highest level he could currently reach. He solemnly poured his last contribution points into the contribution card, and with a flash of golden light, the barrier slowly opened, finally allowing Zhang Yifan to enter the eighth level.
The eighth floor contained far fewer books than the lower floors, but each book was displayed independently and emitted a strong spiritual energy fluctuation.
Zhang Yifan cautiously wandered among the bookshelves, his eyes constantly scanning the ancient scrolls, searching for a cultivation method suitable for him.
He knew that the knowledge contained in these classic texts might be the key to his future cultivation, so he was extremely cautious and tried his best to find the most suitable secret manual for himself.
His gaze was drawn to a sword manual titled "Thunderous Sky-Splitting Sword." This sword technique emphasized the fusion of thunderous power and sword energy, unleashing immense destructive force. It complemented his already cultivated "Mysterious Clarity Sword Art," providing exactly the supplement he needed. Zhang Yifan was secretly delighted and pocketed it.
Next, he discovered a movement technique manual called "Phantom Gale Step." This technique could enhance speed and agility, allowing practitioners to be as swift and elusive as the wind in battle—exactly the agility boost Zhang Yifan needed. He didn't hesitate to put it into his pocket.
Finally, in an inconspicuous corner, Zhang Yifan discovered an ancient body-refining technique—"The Heavenly Gang Body Refining Manual".
This body-refining technique uses the qi of heaven and earth to temper the physical body, which can greatly enhance the cultivator's physique and resistance to blows. Although it is somewhat inferior to the Eternal Chaos Undying Body at the current level, it is an ideal choice for Zhang Yifan's current cultivation level.
Zhang Yifan carefully put away the manuals, feeling a sense of fulfillment. These techniques would provide him with comprehensive support, allowing him to be more adept in future battles. The Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword in his hand trembled slightly, seemingly sensing Zhang Yifan's joy and resonating with him in some way. Zhang Yifan knew that this sword would unleash even more terrifying power as his strength increased.
As Zhang Yifan prepared to leave the eighth floor, he sensed a strange fluctuation emanating from a higher level. He looked up at the staircase leading to the ninth floor, the highest level of the entire Scripture Pavilion, which housed the most powerful secret techniques and inheritances of the Lingyun Sword Sect. However, with his current contribution points, he was not yet qualified to enter the ninth floor.
Zhang Yifan paused for a moment, secretly vowing in his heart: "When my cultivation advances further and I have enough contribution points, I must go to the ninth level to find out what it is." He knew that the cultivation techniques and secret manuals on the ninth level must be the most outstanding inheritances in the Lingyun Sword Sect. If he could obtain even one of them, it would greatly enhance his strength.
Gripping the Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword tightly, Zhang Yifan was filled with motivation. He knew that the path of cultivation was long and full of unknowns, but as long as he continued to work hard, he would one day reach a peak that no one before him had ever reached. Carrying these secret manuals, Zhang Yifan quietly left the Scripture Pavilion and returned to the summit of Heavenly Peak. He didn't mention his gains in the Scripture Pavilion to anyone else, but silently began a new period of cultivation.
In the days that followed, Zhang Yifan devoted himself to studying the "Thunderous Sky-Splitting Sword" and the "Mysterious Clarity Sword Technique" during the day, combining the two to try and integrate the power of thunder into his sword energy, thereby enhancing the explosive power of his swordsmanship. Whenever he practiced his swordsmanship, a thunderous power would surge forth from the Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword, the sword energy roaring and lightning flashing. The entire training ground seemed to be enveloped by this sword intent, and the thunderous sword energy shook the surroundings.
At night, he would quietly practice the "Phantom Gale Step," darting across the sword-training grounds atop Tianfeng Peak like the wind, his figure shifting unpredictably, gradually developing a flexible and versatile fighting style. The "Phantom Gale Step" not only enhanced his speed but also made him more agile in combat, allowing him to easily evade enemy attacks and swiftly counterattack.
Meanwhile, Zhang Yifan also used his mornings to cultivate the "Heavenly Gang Body Refining Technique." He sat cross-legged, circulating the Qi of Heaven and Earth, constantly tempering his physical body, enhancing his physique and resilience. Each cultivation session made his body stronger, his muscle lines gradually became firmer, and his aura became much more stable.
Zhang Yifan's efforts paid off; in just a few months of training, his strength had significantly improved. His swordsmanship became more ferocious, his movements more swift, and his physique more robust. The Heavenly Profound Spirit Sword in his hands seemed to possess boundless power, as if it had become an extension of his body. Each swing of the sword was like a natural extension of his arm, its power like thunder, inspiring awe in all who beheld it.