Princess Little Jiang's Heaven-Defying Sword Talent, and Poor Ice Block?

"Teacher... if I practice with you... one day... could you bring the dead back to life?"

Jiang Chulong's eyes were full of flickering hope.

The Emperor disliked her because of her mother.

What if... what if she could bring her mother back to life?

Upon hearing this, Primordial Heavenly Venerable... also known as Little Li, fell into deep thought.

Is it possible?

At least for now, he has never heard of any way to bring someone back to life.

After he possessed his own Small World, he understood more and more that life was something truly created by the heavens and earth, and even if he were the master of the world, he could not create life out of thin air.

Didn't the emperors of the Great Yu throughout history desire immortality?

If such a method exists, why not allow Emperor Taizu Wu to be reborn?

But he has a system.

The system is an existence that defies common sense...

I don't know if it was because I was thinking of this, or because I couldn't bear to shatter her hopes.

Li Mo finally nodded:

"Some."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Chulong froze on the spot as if struck by lightning, but the flame of hope in her eyes burned even brighter.

She wants to become stronger!

"I'm really awesome."

Looking at the girl opposite him, he clenched his little fists and cheered himself on.

Little Li breathed a long sigh of relief.

It's really not easy to fool a princess like that.

Fortunately, as a seasoned bookworm, he has a wealth of knowledge!

When it comes to bragging, no one can beat those lousy novelists.

Princess Little Jiang has probably been completely fooled.

"Teacher... Hello, teacher..."

Thank you... you...

The girl suddenly stood up and bowed deeply, her thin shoulders trembling slightly with emotion.

Like tiny white flowers in the ruins, they desperately grow towards the sun, as long as they are touched by even the faintest ray of light...

How can it be called "master's"?

Little Li felt a slight sense of guilt.

It hurts my conscience to fool a girl like that.

But.

Princess Little Jiang really needs some self-confidence.

We were all lying with good intentions...

"Alright, I won't tell you anything more secretive. Sometimes knowing too much isn't a good thing."

"From this day forward, you only need to diligently practice with me. In time, the mere Great Yu Dynasty will be nothing more than groveling at your feet."

"Um!"

Jiang Chulong nodded her head earnestly and vigorously.

If an outsider overheard this bizarre conversation, they would surely think that both of them had lost their minds.

However, after learning about the origins of the Teacher Heavenly Venerable, Princess Little Jiang became completely convinced.

"So... teacher... what are you going to teach me first?"

"Well, since you've never practiced martial arts before, let's start with the most basic Blood-Qi Realm."

Li Mo lowered his deep, whitish voice.

"A tall building rises from the ground; you still need to take it one step at a time."

"Although you've lost your Sword Bone, it's precisely because of this that the potential of your Innate Sword Fetus has been unleashed, making your foundation even more solid."

Hearing the praise, Jiang Chulong lowered her head shyly.

Surprisingly, after hearing what the teacher said, having the Sword Bone removed was actually a good thing?

"Teacher... can I... develop my own unique techniques?"

Li Mo was slightly taken aback.

He pondered for a long time what kind of martial arts technique at the Qi and Blood-Qi Realm should he prepare for Jiang Chulong.

"Hmm... you said... to forge your own path..."

Jiang Chulong stammered as she spoke.

Little Li understood.

Princess Little Jiang meant that although she had never learned martial arts, she had seen many swords during her time at the Heavenly Mountain Sword Villa, even though they were all broken.

There was an old scholar who guarded the Sword Mound, and he often took her for walks in the Sword Mound.

Then.

As if by instinct, she learned a martial art.

However, her father forbade her to practice martial arts, so she never dared to.

"Read the general outline aloud so I can hear it."

"Um... it's rather... rough... I'd appreciate... guidance from the teacher."

Jiang Chulong explained what she had realized.

A halting, stuttering voice echoed within the World Seed.

Li Mo grew increasingly silent as he listened.

Is this sword-related martial art powerful?

It's not strong; it's merely Intermediate Martial Art. For him, finding a similar one would be easy.

But the crucial point Princess Little Jiang has never practiced martial arts!

He's self-taught!

Is this even a living hell?

It takes decades to master even a Middle Vehicle Swordsmanship!

"Teacher...?"

Seeing that her Teacher Heavenly Venerable, remained silent, Jiang Chulong thought that her thoughts were too superficial.

This greatly displeased the teacher.

She said weakly:

"I... I can still improve it... In the future... In the future I can... make this martial art... even more powerful."

Little did they know.

Every word she uttered was like a sword piercing Li Mo's chest.

There's no harm without comparison.

Her damage is true damage, and it can crit.

Fortunately, Little Li is no ordinary guy either; he's a man who lives with the red, ethereal Ice Block every day.

"Cough... not bad... not bad at all."

"Teacher... Teacher, how come you're... just like me...?"

Jiang Chulong panicked.

"I was just deducing this martial art."

Li Mo coughed lightly, and after a moment of thought, his voice returned to its calm tone:

"Not bad. If you continue practicing like this, you should be able to achieve what I expect."

"Great! I can practice martial arts now!"

Jiang Chulong jumped up and down with joy, and she no longer stuttered as she spoke.

But then, she glanced at her Teacher Heavenly Venerable, stuck out her tongue, and carefully sat down.

"Your body is still quite weak."

"So what you need to do now is to recover as quickly as possible, strengthen your meridians, and lay a foundation for the future."

"Also, you've lost your Sword Bone, and your body is weakened; you need to recover your energy."

With a flick of his sleeve, two jade bottles appeared on the table.

These are all relatively mild elixirs that can replenish the body.

This included the Innate Vitality-Replenishing Pill he had previously taken, and a bottle of the gentlest healing pills. Although they couldn't immediately restore his body to its original state, they were effective because they worked gradually and had no hidden dangers.

"Thank you... thank you... Teacher Heavenly Venerable!"

Jiang Chulong carefully put the pill into her bosom, patted it, and then breathed a sigh of relief, a happy smile appearing on her lips.

Given her hamster-like nature, she'd probably be reluctant to throw away the bottle after finishing the pills.

At the same time.

A notification tone sounded in his ear.

[Congratulations, host! You have successfully invested in 'Jiang Chulong' and helped her recover her health.]

[You have an investment feedback document. Would you like to claim it now?]

Li Mo did not collect the reward for the time being.

Instead, he looked at Jiang Chulong.

Being allowed to practice for the first time, she seemed eager to try, her gray eyes conveying three words:

"The thirst for knowledge"

Li Mo: "..."

A teacher is one who imparts knowledge, teaches skills, and resolves doubts.

This stumped him.

This can't be made up, can it?

If you have any doubts, you can ask first.

"But to prevent you from setting your sights too high, I'll answer your question next time."

"Yes!"

I opened my eyes; it was already dark outside.

Inside the Autumn Water Pavilion.

"What should we do?"

"I have some difficulty remembering those questions."

Li Mo opened his eyes and stared at the ceiling.

Take the question to someone else?

Well, let's rule out Master first...

As he pondered this, he went downstairs and into the kitchen.

Even before getting close, a burnt smell could be detected.

Li Mo subconsciously looked up, then fell silent for a moment, his eyes becoming blank.

The state of the kitchen was, to put it mildly, quite dire.

Because the Ice Block were used to cook in front of the stove.

That lump in the pot, I don't know what it is, it's black and emitting black smoke.

It's almost as if they've written the words "disastrous cuisine" on it.

Li Mo seriously doubted whether eating it would cause him to roll his eyes back and foam at the mouth on the spot.

You're back?

He wiped his face with Ice Block.

Then.

Her flawless face was now marred by a gray stain resembling that of a kitten.

"Yes, I'm still late."

Li Mo felt like crying.

Did Ice Block survive like this while he was away?!