"Those who dare to be swords would rather break than bend."
Fang Qingjian spoke each word with deliberate emphasis.
The moment those words left his mouth, Chen Wen could not help but freeze.
Those words were quite thought-provoking. They could be understood as an unyielding will, or as the unique temperament of a sword cultivator.
"As for what an Emperor is, that is even simpler. One must possess a heart no weaker than anyone under heaven."
Seeing Chen Wen's thoughtful expression, Fang Qingjian spoke again.
A heart no weaker than anyone under heaven?
Chen Wen's brows furrowed once more as he fell silent in contemplation.
The sword cultivators nearby also sank into silence.
Yes.
They were all considering the meaning contained within those two sentences.
Some principles seemed to be expressed in merely a few words.
Yet what they needed to do was comprehend the deeper meaning conveyed through those words.
"What do you think he will comprehend?"
Zhao Feng turned to Liu Yigang and the others.
Liu Yigang said indifferently, "What he comprehends depends on his individual talent. It is a fundamental understanding."
"But every person's understanding differs as well. It determines one's breadth of vision and reflects one's past."
"Haha, your words are rather roundabout, but they are indeed quite interesting."
As he spoke, Gu Yang changed the subject. "But as people who have walked this road before, we still know which kind of understanding holds greater meaning."
"Indeed. It depends on whether this boy can bring us something refreshing."
Wang Suyi spoke leisurely.
After an unknown amount of time, Fang Qingjian finally asked, "Ye Chen, can you tell me what you comprehended from these two sentences?"
Yes, he also wanted to know what Chen Wen had comprehended.
Chen Wen took a deep breath before saying, "All paths