Lu Xueqi and Bi Yao (60)

"Corrosive Heart Sword Sect." He repeated the name softly, his right hand unconsciously tightening around the hilt of the Tian Ya Sword.

A warm ripple traveled through the blade, and Yuheng's voice rang out in his mind. "No need to worry too much. That man today was only at the peak of the Star Palace Realm. Within the Corrosive Heart Sword Sect, he was likely just an outer sect steward or someone of that rank. True core disciples start at the Star Realm at the very least."

"The Star Realm..." Su Han gave a bitter smile.

He was only at the middle stage of the Star Palace Realm. Though he was already considered outstanding among the younger generation, he still had a long way to go before becoming a true powerhouse. Had he not comprehended a trace of Compassionate Sword Intent at the crucial moment today, he would likely have already fallen to the black-robed man.

"You are already quite remarkable." Yuheng's voice softened. "To touch upon the threshold of Compassionate Sword Intent while only at the middle stage of the Star Palace Realm—even I could not have achieved that back then. Su Han, your talent surpasses mine."

"You flatter me, Senior Sister." Su Han shook his head. "Today was merely luck."

"Luck is also part of strength." Yuheng paused before continuing, "But remember this: Compassionate Sword Intent is not a weapon for fighting enemies. Its essence is 'protection' and 'tolerance,' not slaughter. You were able to break the Corrosive Heart evil aura today precisely because it restrains all Evil Spirits. But against righteous sword arts, its power will be greatly diminished."

Su Han nodded. "I understand."

"It is good that you understand." Yuheng's voice gradually faded. "Today's battle drained me greatly. I need to sleep for several days. During