"It's really mysterious..."
Fang Han opened his eyes, let out a breath of turbid air, and his eyes flickered.
Although he only had a preliminary understanding, he could already feel the profoundness and terrifying power of this High Grade Sword Technique, which was far from comparable to <Wind Splitting Sword Technique>.
He didn't delay any longer, and after reviewing the contents of the secret book in his mind, he put it back into the rosewood box and put it away.
Then he picked up Azure Edge Sword, pushed out the door, and walked towards the familiar Forest Clearing.
It was already afternoon, and the sunlight filtered through the sparse branches, casting mottled light and shadow on the ground.
The open space was lonely, except for the sound of the wind rustling through the treetops.
Fang Han stood in the middle of the open space, holding his breath and concentrating, recalling the first form of <Wind Shadow Fatal Sword> - the practice method of "Wind Rises from Duckweed" in his mind.
This posture is the starting posture, which focuses on inducing the breeze and preparing for attack. Sword Intent is subtle but has hidden murderous intent. It is the foundation of the entire Sword Technique.
He followed the formula, slowly mobilizing Seventh-rank mid stage and Internal Qi in his body, and began to operate along a new and more complex meridian route.
At first, the operation of Internal Qi was a bit sluggish, and the cooperation with Body Movement and Sword Intent was hardly tacit. The sword moves seemed quite blunt, without the charm of "hidden breeze, looming murderous intention" described in the secret book.
But Fang Han was not discouraged and was completely immersed in cultivation.
Under thirty-two times Sword Art Talent Amplification, every slight error in his sword movement and the slightest deviation in Internal Qi operation can be quickly sensed, captured, analyzed, and corrected in the next practice.
His improvement efficiency is astonishingly high.
However, after practicing more than a dozen times, the sword moves have become much smoother, and Internal Qi is gradually operating smoothly.
Vaguely, when the sword edge passed by, the way it drove the surrounding airflow began to change. It was no longer open and closed, but became more delicate and hidden, as if there was really a breeze coming with the sword.
The sun is setting and it is getting late.
In the open space, the figure of Fang Han was erratic, and the Azure Edge Sword in his hand turned into invisible shadows, blending into the rising dusk and breeze.
The whistling sound of the sword wind became lower and lower, became lighter and lighter, and in the end, it was almost inaudible.
But the sharpness and speed contained in the sword's edge are even more astonishing.
The invisible wind entangled the blade of the sword, becoming more entangled, and at a certain moment, it suddenly surged.
The wind power that can be mobilized is comparable to Wind Splitting Sword Technique Greater Accomplishment.
"Beginner stage!"
Fang Han slowly sheathed the sword.
<Wind Shadow Fatal Sword> This Sword Technique is High Grade Sword Technique. Just Beginner stage, the wind power it can mobilize has reached five points, which is comparable to Wind Splitting Sword Technique Greater Accomplishment.
"It actually only took a few hours to Beginner stage!"
Nearly half of Internal Qi was consumed in the body, and he felt a little tired mentally, but Fang Han's eyes were full of excitement.
When he was practicing Wind Splitting Sword Technique, it took him several days to get it to Beginner stage. Now, it only took him a few hours to practice the more difficult <Wind Shadow Fatal Sword>.
It can be so fast, with the Perfection Realm Wind Splitting Sword Technique as the basis, and an exaggerated 32 times Sword Art Talent Amplification.
Without stopping, he turned around and walked back to his residence under the afterglow of the setting sun.
The next morning, the sky was slightly bright and the chill had not yet dissipated.
Fang Han pushed open the wooden door of Room C-7, holding Azure Edge Sword in his hand, and was about to go to Forest Clearing to practice the newly acquired <Wind Shadow Fatal Sword>.
After a night's rest, the fatigue from yesterday's practice has been wiped away. I am full of energy. The Internal Qi of Seventh-rank mid stage is full and circulating in my body. I have some new insights into <Wind Shadow Fatal Sword>, and I am ready to strike while the iron is hot and deepen my practice.
"Fang Han! Fang Han!"
As soon as he walked not far away, he saw Xiao Chen hurrying towards him from one side of the path, with a bit of eagerness and excitement on his face, and he waved and called from a distance.
Fang Han stopped and looked at him with confusion. "Brother Xiao Chen?"
Xiao Chen walked up quickly, panting slightly, grabbed Fang Han's sleeve, and said with a smile, "Why are you still practicing swordsmanship? Come on, follow me and watch the fun!"
"Business?" Fang Han raised his eyebrows slightly, a little confused, "What's the excitement in the sect today?"
Xiao Chen saw Fang Han's confused face, and his eyes suddenly became a little strange. He looked him up and down and said in surprise:
"Fang Han, you won't forget what day today is, right?"
"Today?" Fang Han was slightly startled. His mind quickly searched, but he couldn't remember it for a moment.
Xiao Chen saw that he really didn't seem to remember, so he couldn't help but laugh and shook his head, reminding:
"It's the second day of February! The dragon raises its head! It's also the day for the assessment of our new disciple Azure Profound Sect Beginner stage!"
"New disciple assessment?"
Fang Han suddenly felt a strange feeling in his heart.
Thinking back to this day last year, I must have been standing in that huge square with a bit of anxiety and a bit of anticipation, waiting for the fateful assessment.
Time flies by, and now I am one of the top 100 Azure Profound Sect elite disciples of Seventh-rank mid stage and General Ranking.
For a moment, I felt a little dazed.
I don't know if there will be people as stunning as last year's Yun Qianyue and Li Feng. Fang Han calmed down and said to Xiao Chen.
"I won't go. If there are any new Beginner stage disciples who emerge, remember to come back and let me know."
"Then, okay, you are already so strong and you are still working so hard, how can we ordinary disciples survive?"
Seeing that Fang Han was not interested in watching the excitement, Xiao Chen had no choice but to go alone.
It was almost noon, Fang Han finished the morning's practice of <Wind Shadow Fatal Sword>, left Forest Clearing, and went to the cafeteria for dinner.
As soon as he stepped through the door, he saw Xiao Chen sitting in a seat by the window, waving to him.
Fang Han walked over to him and sat down.
"How about it? Are there any outstanding newcomers this year?"
Fang Han asked casually.
"The most eye-catching ones are eight guys, all of them have Ninth-rank late stage cultivation level."
Xiao Chen announced his name like a treasure trove.
"The names are Zhao Lie, Sun Bufan, Li Qingxuan, Zhou Tong, Wu Hao, Zheng Kun, Wang Pojun, and there is a woman named Lin Xue."
"The talents of these eight people are all extraordinary, especially Zhao Lie and Lin Xue. One has a strong boxing technique, while the other Sword Technique is light and agile. Their performance in the assessment was particularly outstanding."
Fang Han nodded slightly. These eight people were able to reach Ninth-rank late stage in Beginner stage, which is indeed excellent. The overall quality of this new disciples seems to be quite high.
Xiao Chen When he said this, his tone changed, with a bit of proud emotion.
"But, compared with our current session, it's still a little less interesting. After all, not only do we have monsters like Yun Qianyue and Li Feng, Beginner stage is Eighth-rank early stage, but we also have you..."
He didn't finish his words, but the meaning in his eyes was self-evident.
Fang Han and Beginner stage have broken through Seventh Rank and entered the top 100 General Ranking in just one year, which is beyond the category of "excellent" and can be called an anomaly.
When Fang Han heard this, he just smiled lightly and did not answer.
It was enough to satisfy his curiosity, and he didn't have much intention of comparison.
After finishing his lunch in a hurry, he said goodbye to Xiao Chen, mentioned Azure Edge Sword again, walked towards the familiar Forest Clearing, and continued to devote himself to cultivation.
The only difference is that instead of practicing Sword Technique, we practice Body Movement Wind Shadow Step.
Rather than focusing on newcomers, improving his own strength is more important to him.
At the same time, in a solemn meeting hall.
Twelve Courtyards's master Elder sat on both sides, Sandalwood Incense curled up, but the atmosphere was not as peaceful as the smoke.
At this moment, the topic is progressing to the current situation and business arrangements of the disciples in each academy.
When talking about the death of the five disciples of Zi Courtyard in a mission not long ago, Shen Courtyard, the thin-faced leader Tu Baichuan, who was dressed in dark purple clothes, had a hoarse voice and turned his eyes to Chen Xuan opposite.
"Chen Xuan Elder, we are all saddened by the misfortune that happened to the disciples of your academy."
"However, five disciples were killed. This incident has a terrible impact. The truth must be found out to comfort the deceased and to demonstrate the majesty of the sect's laws."
Chen Xuan frowned slightly, already guessing what Tu Baichuan was going to say next, and said in a deep voice.
"What's your opinion on Tu Elder?"
"It's impossible to talk about high opinions."
Tu Baichuan said slowly and calmly.
"I just feel that since this matter is related to Zi Courtyard, it is most appropriate for the disciples of Zi Courtyard to come forward to investigate."
He spoke for a moment, then his eyes swept over everyone present, and finally fell back on Chen Xuan, his tone carrying a hint of profound meaning that was difficult to detect.
"Fang Han, a disciple of your academy, is already ranked ninety-fifth among General Ranking. He is an excellent candidate for this post. It is most appropriate for him to come forward to investigate the death of a disciple of the same academy."
Chen Xuan snorted in his heart, Tu Baichuan clearly wanted to take this opportunity to drag Fang Han into this trouble.
It not only consumes their time and energy, hinders their cultivation progress, but is also quite dangerous.
He objected immediately.
"The words of Elder are wrong. Fang Han Beginner stage has just turned one year old. Although Minor Accomplishment has Minor Accomplishment, his experience is still shallow. There are many variables and dangers in investigating the murderer. How can it be compared with ordinary tasks?"
"If there is another accident, who can take the responsibility? I think it is safest for the Law Enforcement Hall to have experienced Deacon take charge of this matter!"
"Elder Chen's love for his disciples is understandable, but how can the sect blindly protect its disciples when they are being cultivated? Because of their outstanding talents, they need more training before they can become great talents."
Tu Baichuan had expected that Chen Xuan would object, had already prepared his words, and said calmly.
"Furthermore, assigning General Ranking's top 100 disciples to handle sect affairs has been the sect's practice for many years, and it is also a sign of its recognition and trust. How can we be deterred by possible risks."
His words were sonorous, focusing on the two points of "convention" and "reason", and he glanced at the other heads.
"What's more, the deceased are all disciples of Zi Courtyard. Due to emotions and reasons, Fang Han, who is one of the top 100 disciples of Zi Courtyard, should come forward. What do you think?"
No one in the hall immediately answered the call.
Everyone here is a smart person, how come you can't see Tu Baichuan's selfishness?
But it is undeniable that what he said makes sense.
It is indeed tradition to assign tasks to the first hundred disciples, and it makes sense for Fang Han to investigate the cause of death of fellow disciples.
After a moment of silence, several leaders spoke in agreement.
"What Tu Elder said is not unreasonable."
"It is also proper for outstanding disciples to practice their studies and practice their minds."
"It makes sense for Zi Courtyard's outstanding disciple to come forward regarding the matter of Zi Courtyard's disciples..."
Chen Xuan's face darkened, anger surged in his heart, but he knew that the situation was over.
On matters involving sect rules and ethics, once the majority of people reach a consensus, it will be difficult for him to restore it by himself.
Finally, the matter was settled.