Child of Destiny Trait Upgrades Again, the Power of Unrivaled Sword Dao!

Dragon Head Peak, before the mountain gate.

Several Dragon Head Peak disciples guarding the mountain spotted a flying sword approaching from afar and immediately became vigilant.

The longswords in their hands slid slightly from their sheaths as they blocked the flying sword's path.

"Who goes there?"

However, one of the disciples seemed to recognize Wen Min.

"Put your weapons away. They aren't outsiders."

He then hurriedly greeted them warmly. "So it's Senior Sister Wen Min of Little Bamboo Peak. It's been many years since we last met at the Seven Peaks Martial Arts Tournament."

Seeing that he knew her, Wen Min seemed unable to recall his name.

After a while, Wen Min finally spoke uncertainly. "You are... Xu Qiang?"

Xu Qiang had not expected Wen Min to still recognize him, and he was overjoyed.

"I never expected Senior Sister Wen Min to still remember me. I'm deeply honored."

"And this person behind you is...?"

Wen Min looked at Su Han and introduced him. "My junior brother, Su Han."

In an instant, the disciples present began discussing Su Han curiously.

"Su Han? Is this Master Shui Yue's newly accepted disciple, the only male disciple on Little Bamboo Peak?"

"Who else could it be? How enviable—he actually became a disciple of Little Bamboo Peak. That place is practically a kingdom of women!"

"Damn it! Why couldn't Master Shui Yue have accepted me into Little Bamboo Peak back then?!"

Listening to their chatter, Wen Min smiled at Su Han and whispered, "Junior Brother, it seems they all envy you."

Su Han smiled. "Then let them envy me."

After saying that.

Su Han clasped his hands toward Xu Qiang. "Senior Brother Xu Qiang, I would like to meet Lin Jingyu of Dragon Head Peak. Could you please pass along a message?"

"Tell him that Su Han, a survivor connected to Caomiao Village, wishes to ask about any developments concerning Caomiao Village."

Xu Qiang looked at Wen Min and patted his chest. "No problem."

"Senior Sister Wen Min and Junior Brother, please wait a moment. I'll go notify Junior Brother Lin Jingyu at once."

With that, he turned and quickly ran into the mountains.

Not long after.

"Senior Sister Wen Min, Junior Brother Lin Jingyu is here."

Xu Qiang hurried back with Lin Jingyu.

"Thank you, Junior Brother Xu Qiang."

Wen Min smiled slightly, and Xu Qiang was instantly utterly captivated.

"You're too polite, Senior Sister."

At that moment, when Lin Jingyu saw Su Han, a trace of warmth flashed through his eyes.

Though Su Han was not from Caomiao Village, they had entered the sect together, after all.

Naturally, Lin Jingyu felt closer to him than he did to most people in the Qingyun Sect.

"Su Han, what made you come looking for me?"

Su Han looked at the far more mature Lin Jingyu and sighed softly.

"I came this time to ask whether there has been any further news about Caomiao Village."

"I also want to know who the murderer truly was, so that I can avenge the innocent villagers someday."

While Su Han spoke those words aloud, he said inwardly to the system, System, specifically plunder Lin Jingyu's traits: Unrivaled Sword Dao (Gold), Fated Supporting Character (Orange)!

Ding! Congratulations, Host, on successfully plundering traits. Lin Jingyu's traits have been plundered: Unrivaled Sword Dao (Gold), Fated Supporting Character (Orange).

Ding! Congratulations, Host, on successfully adding traits. Traits obtained: Unrivaled Sword Dao (Gold), Fated Supporting Character (Orange).

Ding! Since the Host possesses the Fated Supporting Character (Orange) trait, which is a subordinate branch trait of the Child of Destiny trait, the system will now merge Child of Destiny (White) and Fated Supporting Character (Orange) into one.

Ding! Congratulations, Host, on successfully upgrading a trait. New trait obtained: Child of Destiny (Blue+).

Now Zhang Xiaofan has completely become a substitute!

Seeing the newly added Child of Destiny (Blue+) trait in the system notification, delight filled Su Han's eyes.

As expected, it upgraded again.

Zhang Xiaofan's Child of Destiny trait is most likely still Gray, or White at most.

Compared to that, I'm one step ahead, which means I'll be ahead every step of the way.

For a moment, Su Han was completely satisfied. This trip to Dragon Head Peak has accomplished its purpose.

However, just then, Su Han suddenly felt his mind become incomparably clear.

It seemed that, somewhere in the unseen, he had gained an entirely new understanding of the sword.

It was an indescribable sensation, as though a sword was no longer merely a weapon, but an extension of himself.

At that moment, Su Han was confident that if he were given any sword, he could wield it as effortlessly as an arm or finger.

Profound beyond explanation.

Su Han even unconsciously immersed himself in that realization. Everything around him seemed to blur, leaving only the faint yet lingering true intent of the sword echoing within his heart.

So this is the effect of the Unrivaled Sword Dao (Gold) trait? It really is powerful!

Even though I've never practiced swordsmanship before, it still has this kind of effect on me.

Su Han was immensely astonished.

He grew even more eager to cultivate a sword art the next day.

I wonder what kind of sword art Master will prepare for me?

The Divine Sword Controlling Thunder True Spell?

At that thought, Su Han hurriedly dismissed it inwardly.

The Divine Sword Controlling Thunder True Spell is probably unlikely. With my current cultivation, it's still far too early to practice such a powerful sword art.

Meanwhile, Lin Jingyu watched Su Han sink into thought.

He assumed Su Han was dwelling on Caomiao Village and could not help feeling despondent.

He shook his head and said in a low voice, "Su Han, I'm sorry. There are currently no new clues regarding Caomiao Village."

Hearing Lin Jingyu's words, Su Han finally snapped back to his senses.

Seeing Lin Jingyu's dejected expression, he stepped forward and gently patted Lin Jingyu's shoulder.

"My condolences."

"The truth of what happened at Caomiao Village will come to light sooner or later."

Lin Jingyu nodded slightly, a flash of hatred passing through his eyes.

Su Han looked at Lin Jingyu. Since he had already achieved the purpose of this trip, he did not intend to remain any longer.

Thus, Su Han clasped his hands. "Jingyu, then I'll be taking my leave."

With that, Su Han turned and left, leaving Lin Jingyu standing where he was, staring at his retreating figure with countless thoughts swirling through his mind.

Wen Min also briefly bade Xu Qiang farewell before once again mounting her sword and carrying Su Han away through the air.

On the way back.

Aboard the flying sword, Wen Min gently comforted Su Han.

"Junior Brother, don't think too much about it. The massacre at Caomiao Village wasn't your fault."

"As for the murderer, Master and the other Peak Masters will keep an eye on the matter. When the time comes, the Peak Masters will naturally avenge those innocent villagers."

Su Han smiled and shook his head at Wen Min. "It's all right, Senior Sister. You don't need to worry about me."

"That's good, then. It's good that you can let it go."

With that, Wen Min said nothing more and silently controlled the sword. Before long, the two returned to Little Bamboo Peak.

"Thank you for your help today, Senior Sister. I'll head back first."

"Mm."

Wen Min nodded. "Junior Brother, get some good rest."

The night passed without incident.

Early the next morning, Su Han eagerly got up and arrived before Shui Yue's door.

"Master, are you awake?"

Soon, the sound of footsteps came from within the room, followed by the door opening.

Su Han instantly stared at Shui Yue in astonishment.

"Master, what are you...?"