Ch. 261Painfully Beating the Sword Immortal Maiden
Summary
Key Plot Points and Events
- Chen Xuan comprehends the entire Cheng Huang True Scripture in half an hour, causing a stir at the Sword Asking Dojo.
- Qi Yuan, the eldest disciple of the Old Sword Lord, challenges Chen Xuan to a duel with Su Fuyou, the Sword Immortal Maiden, to determine his fate in the dojo.
- Chen Xuan and Su Fuyou engage in a fierce battle, with Chen Xuan using his physical strength and True Martial Secrets against Su Fuyou's sword techniques and Cauldron Immortal Body.
- Su Fuyou, despite her powerful techniques, is overwhelmed by Chen Xuan's strength and resorts to using her sword and changing the battlefield to the Scripture Repository.
Character Developments
- Chen Xuan: Proves his extraordinary comprehension and physical strength, pushing Su Fuyou to her limits. He remains calm and confident throughout the battle.
- Su Fuyou (Sword Immortal Maiden): Initially confident in her close-combat skills, she is humbled by Chen Xuan's strength. She becomes more determined to suppress him and maintain her image as an aloof Sword Immortal Maiden.
Significant Themes
- The power of comprehension and understanding in martial arts.
- The importance of physical strength and resilience in combat.
- The pride and determination of prodigies, and the consequences of underestimating opponents.
Character Interactions
- Chen Xuan and Su Fuyou: Their intense battle highlights their respective strengths and reveals their determination to outdo each other. Su Fuyou's pride is challenged, while Chen Xuan remains calm and focused.
- Qi Yuan and Chen Xuan: Qi Yuan initially underestimates Chen Xuan but later becomes determined to secure him as a disciple of the Sword Asking Dojo, leading to the duel with Su Fuyou.
- Wei Tianya and Wei Zhenjun: Although not directly involved, their presence influences the outcome of the duel, with Wei Zhenjun speaking up to ensure fairness and protect Chen Xuan's interests.