Blood on the Bedsheets (cont.)

With a significant decline in strength, even though Feathered Dust has a much higher power level than the Simulated Feathered Dust, the final effect it produces is only limited.

Lin Yu didn't know if Fu Hua at her peak could use Feathered Dust to break through the special defense of the Voidpower Gem Shard.

However, at least for now, Fu Hua is unable to completely affect Lin Yu's body with Feathered Dust.

Seeing a trickle of blood spilling from Fu Hua's lips, Lin Yu felt utterly helpless.

He could tell that Fu Hua meant him no harm.

In other words, Fu Hua used Feathered Dust on him simply to help Lin Yu forget some things.

As for what could possibly require Fu Hua to use her 'limited number of feathers', Lin Yu felt he could easily guess the answer.

Don't overthink it, this is 100% related to Otto.

If it weren't related to Otto, Fu Hua wouldn't need to be this cautious at all.

Everyone could have gotten along well, but because of Otto...

Oh, Otto.

Meanwhile, seeing Lin Yu already 'stunned', Fu Hua wiped the blood from the corner of her mouth with the back of her hand and immediately left with Lin Yu.

After walking a hundred steps, Fu Hua suddenly saw a hotel on the side of the street.

To be honest, during her normal off-duty hours, she would not usually go to such places with a man of the opposite sex of the same age.

But now... the situation is urgent.

Lin Yu trusted her, so he was not on guard against her. Therefore, after Fu Hua easily hit him with Feathered Dust, she did not have to worry about him breaking free for the time being.

Even with Lin Yu under Feathered Dust's control, as long as Fu Hua doesn't release Feathered Dust's power, Lin Yu will remain under Fu Hua's control for a long time.

The problem is that Fu Hua's physical condition is currently very poor.

She still had to teach Lin Yu the cultivation method of the Tai Xu Sword Qi. Under this premise, Fu Hua, who was already unable to maintain the power of Feathered Dust for a long time, would only make the duration of Feathered Dust even shorter.

So, there's no other way but to choose the nearest option.

Fu Hua entered the hotel, booked a double room, and then led Lin Yu into the room.

And then, in that instant when I stepped into the room...

"Cough cough... cough cough cough..."

Fu Hua immediately spat out another mouthful of blood.

Then, she turned to look at Lin Yu and shook her head bitterly.

Because of the agreement between Fu Hua and Otto, even if she were to teach Lin Yu the Tai Xu Sword Qi, she could not reveal too much information.

Under these circumstances, this was the only way she could pass on the Tai Xu Sword Qi to Lin Yu.

Of course, if Lin Yu was also aware of the Otto Project, then Fu Hua wouldn't need to hide anything from Lin Yu.

But what if Lin Yu knew about Otto's plan...?

He might not be able to resist confronting Otto.

A person whose everything was destroyed by the Honkai became a vengeful spirit in order to fight against the Honkai.

And now, you tell him that the current leader of the world's strongest anti- Honkai organization is preparing to resurrect the Herrscher of the Void Honkai, who caused the massive Honkai and resulted in the deaths of tens of millions of people.

Such an act, which is akin to betraying all of humanity, would be so blatantly discredited by others. How many people could suppress their emotions and choose to obediently submit to him and continue working for him?

Rita's parents were under Otto's control, while Durandal believed that Otto's plan could prevent those sacrifices from happening while reviving the Herrscher.

It is precisely for these reasons that the two active S-rank Valkyrie continued to work for Otto even after learning the true nature of the Siren Project.

But Fu Hua is different from those two people.

Even though she had lost her memory, she instinctively felt that Otto was absolutely unreliable in crucial moments.

Fu Hua participated in this plan partly because she made a promise with Otto and had to keep that promise to do things for Otto.

On the other hand, Fu Hua felt that since she couldn't stop this dangerous plan, she should at least become a safety measure in it.

Even though her body is now broken and battered, with the blessing of the Moon Wheel and the Divine Key, she can still achieve some results in the battle against the Herrscher.

But when the topic was brought back to Lin Yu, Fu Hua naturally wouldn't fantasize that Lin Yu knowing about the plan was a good thing.

Even if it's for Lin Yu's sake, Fu Hua absolutely cannot let him notice anything 'abnormal'.

Being too smart isn't always a good thing—especially in the presence of someone as smart as Otto. Knowing too much can sometimes lead to a quicker death.

"Lin Yu, classmate."

Looking at Lin Yu, who was standing blankly in front of her, Fu Hua sat down on the bed, calmed her mind, and began to teach him the cultivation method she had prepared.

"When we practiced together in the past, you could enter a wonderful state in a short time."

"Now, can you get into this state in front of me?"

"Can."

At this moment, Lin Yu nodded slightly to Fu Hua and then activated the Mirror Mind.

In Fu Hua's eyes, although Lin Yu was still being manipulated, he did give her a strange and indescribable feeling.

There can't be any mistake.

Although this state and the Mind Essence are fundamentally different in terms of cultivation methods, Lin Yu, having mastered this state, has been able to maintain his 'realm' between the two realms of Dustless and Clear Mirror after entering this state.

In the Tai Xu Sword Qi, the Mind Essence is the entry-level essence, and also the most difficult essence besides the Sword God.

Youth is the best time to temper one's sword heart; the earlier it is, the purer it will be. For an adult to try to cultivate a sword heart is like trying to grasp the wind with the palm of their hand—it's all in vain.

Moreover, for male martial artists, the limit of Mind Essence cultivation is the state of "dustlessness".

At this point, Lin Yu, who has already grasped the Mind Essence in a certain sense, will surely make rapid progress in his cultivation of the Mind Essence.

Moreover, since his realm has actually reached the level between the states of "dustlessness" and "clear mirror," since "men can only cultivate their Mind Essence to the limit of dustlessness," Lin Yu might be able to break through it by using his own qualities.

However, Lin Yu's state of mind could not be maintained for too long.

Looking at Lin Yu in front of her, Fu Hua noticed that after Lin Yu entered this state, a few beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

This performance clearly proves Fu Hua's conjecture.

"Alright, we don't need to maintain this situation any longer."

"Next, please remember this Sword Heart Technique I am about to recite."

After seeing Lin Yu suddenly breathe a sigh of relief, Fu Hua began to recite the incantation in front of Lin Yu.

"Sword Heart Technique" is a strange and inexplicable syllable, consisting of 462 sounds, and has no written record.

Although this syllable itself is meaningless, it does contain some mysterious elements.

By memorizing, reciting, and listening to it, Ki Warrior can refine their mind and thus elevate their Mind Essence.

After reciting the mantra three times in a row, Fu Hua stopped reciting it and had Lin Yu recite it in front of her.

To Fu Hua's surprise, Lin Yu actually recited the difficult and obscure mnemonic phrases easily and accurately right in front of her.

At this point, less than ten minutes had passed since Fu Hua activated Feathered Dust.

Fu Hua originally thought that she would need to consume feathers many more times before she could pass on the Tai Xu Sword Qi to Lin Yu.

However, judging from the other party's current learning progress, Fu Hua only needs to omit a part of the sword moves in the Form Essence, and perhaps she will spend much less time than she estimated.

It's unlikely that I can teach sword qi cultivation techniques all at once, but if I can suppress it to three times, even if these three teaching sessions are concentrated in a short period of time, my body won't break down.

Moreover, I don't have any spare Key of Domination right now.

The insights that require the Key of Domination to learn are naturally beyond Lin Yu's ability to cultivate.

No, if my guess is correct, we might obtain the Key of Domination soon.

Major Himeko informed me in advance, and Otto also told me that I would be leading the Nine Nether exploration mission in Shenzhou this time.

Although I have lost some of my memories, the database of Schicksal has already recorded the legends about the Shenzhou.

In addition, Otto once used instruments to explore the hidden memory fragments in my brain, so I also know that there should be Key of Domination I left for others in Shenzhou back then.

If the Key of Domination could be retrieved and given to Lin Yu, then he would naturally be able to cultivate its meaning.

First, select the Form Essence and techniques that are suitable for Lin Yu, then teach them to Lin Yu, and then think about what to do next.

In the following time, Fu Hua chose to teach Lin Yu the moves from the two sword forms, Opening Sword, within the Form Essence.

The Form Essence among the Tai Xu Five Essences comprises four sword forms: Guard, Transform, Activate, and Open.

These four sword shapes naturally have different uses in the hands of Ki Warrior.

Initiating Sword: Often used as the starting stance, the beginning and initiation of all moves.

Transforming Sword: often used to neutralize the opponent's powerful moves, neutralizing force, and using minimal force to deflect great force.

Defensive Sword: This technique is often used to defend against and block others' moves. It is usually used before you figure out the opponent's moves. Once you figure them out, you will quickly switch to Transforming Sword or Opening Sword.

Opening Sword: A powerful and destructive move.

These four sword shapes are mainly divided into two categories: Qi and Kai are more offensive, while Hua and Shou are more defensive.

As for why Fu Hua chose to teach Lin Yu the two sword forms, Qi Opening Sword, in the limited time she had left, the reason is quite simple.

In the past few weeks of practice, Fu Hua has already experienced Lin Yu's terrifying defensive ability.

Even when Fu Hua gets serious, it's difficult for her to break through Lin Yu's defenses once he enters that state.

Although it might sound arrogant, Fu Hua believes that there aren't many people in the world whose techniques are more refined than hers.

If even she had difficulty breaking through Lin Yu's defenses with her moves, then it would be even more difficult for others to suppress Lin Yu with their moves.

Rather than worrying that Lin Yu will lose to others in terms of moves, it is more worrying that Lin Yu will be delayed by his opponent due to insufficient offensive ability, and eventually lose that mysterious state of mind and be worn down by his opponent.

To put it bluntly, what Lin Yu needs is not a shield to enhance his defensive capabilities, but a sword to enhance his offensive capabilities.

Under this premise, Fu Hua would naturally choose to teach Lin Yu an offensive sword style.

While teaching the other person sword techniques, Fu Hua truly felt that this young man's talent was indeed too strong.

Even with his mind captivated by Feathered Dust, Lin Yu was still able to think critically and apply his knowledge to other situations; it was almost as if...

—Was he never hypnotized in the first place?

But as soon as the thought popped into her head, Fu Hua began to mock herself inwardly.

Although she is much weaker than before, it doesn't mean that others can easily break through her by using the power activated by Feathered Dust.

However, just to be on the safe side...

"The move 'Opening Sword - Mountain Collapse' can cause a sudden, thunderous shock after the sword is drawn— Lin Yu, what is the thing you most want to do?"

Upon hearing her abrupt question, Lin Yu answered without hesitation.

"Kill the Honkai!"

Looking at Lin Yu's slightly ferocious expression and the aura he exuded, Fu Hua sighed softly.

So, how could I have had such a strange thought just now?

If it were the usual Lin Yu, why would he so directly reveal his true feelings?

Meanwhile, Lin Yu, who had been listening attentively, felt that he truly could not underestimate the heroes of the world.

Even Fu Hua, who wasn't considered difficult to fool in his eyes, suddenly and abruptly tested Lin Yu.

If Lin Yu hadn't known about Fu Hua's methods beforehand and hadn't actually made preparations, he estimated that his subconscious actions would have caused his previous performance to be completely ruined in front of Fu Hua.

Even if Fu Hua knew that Lin Yu could block Feathered Dust's attack, she might not tell Otto.

However, the problem is that Lin Yu cannot simply assume that Fu Hua will help him—this matter concerns his life and safety, and he cannot afford to gamble.

Being able to fool Fu Hua is definitely safer than hoping that Fu Hua will side with him.

But then again, who would want to be a liar every day unless they had no other choice?

"Cough cough..."

Fu Hua, who was completely unaware of Lin Yu's thoughts, suddenly felt a sweet taste in her throat and spat out a mouthful of blood.