Chapter 144
Xiao Minghuang knew that this was the external manifestation of the sword intent contained in the Sword Dao Stone Tablet. As long as he could decipher the secret, he would be able to fully comprehend the sword intent contained in the stone tablet.
However, comprehending the essence of swordsmanship is not something that can be achieved overnight; it requires exceptional comprehension and perseverance.
However, she was, after all, a genius in swordsmanship and had already made ample preparations.
With a thought, Xiao Minghuang sent a wisp of her spiritual consciousness into the True Meaning of Sword Dao, instantly condensing it into a pure white, flawless longsword, surrounded by starlight and exuding an aura of supreme nobility.
This is her sword intent.
Seemingly sensing the intruder, the black and white sword intent flew out, bringing with it a sharp Sword Qi, rushing straight towards her.
Xiao Minghuang remained calm and composed, reaching out to grasp the longsword and easily deflecting the black and white Sword Qi. She then used the Sword Qi to guide it, causing it to levitate in mid-air.
After the initial probing, the black and white sword intent did not attack her again, but instead released a sharp pressure, seemingly testing her.
Of course, this oppressive aura posed no challenge to Xiao Minghuang.
She simply shook the sword, and easily dispelled it.
Seeing this, the black and white sword intent, like a child, swayed back and forth, releasing a sense of goodwill.
"It's done!"
Xiao Minghuang was overjoyed. She knew that the black and white sword intent had recognized her. All she had to do now was absorb the sword intent, and then she would have accomplished her mission.
Such a powerful understanding of swordsmanship is enough to elevate her sword intent to the Major Accomplishment level!
156. Major Accomplishment the sword intent! Ruining one's reputation.
Xiao Minghuang closed his eyes, his mind sinking into the True Meaning of Sword Dao, slowly enveloping the sword intent, and then gradually absorbing it.
Her True Meaning of Sword Dao gradually eroded the black and white sword intent, eventually becoming more and more refined and perfect.
After an unknown amount of time, she opened her eyes, her gaze as bright as the blazing sun, emanating a terrifying pressure.
Xiao Minghuang stood there, the sword string resonating, Sword Qi soaring into the sky.
This terrifying pressure swept out like a gale, tearing apart the surrounding air, causing the entire mountain to shake violently, the branches to rustle, and the leaves to fall in a flurry.
In an instant, everyone around the Sword Dao Stone Tablet stopped trying to comprehend it, and they all looked up, staring at Xiao Minghuang in shock.
"Such a strong understanding of swordsmanship..."
"This is... sword intent?!"
"Major Accomplishment sword intent! Terrifying indeed!"
At this moment, two figures in white robes transformed into rainbows and landed on the ground. They were Luo Rong and Cheng Wen, the Sect Master of the Spirit Sword Sect.
Their master, the Sect Master the Spirit Sword Sect, was a sword cultivator who had comprehended the Major Accomplishment Perfection of Sword Intent.
They had also experienced their master's Major Accomplishment sword intent, and thus had a deep impression of it.
However, the sword intent emanating from the girl before them seemed to be no weaker than that of their master.
Upon closer inspection, they discovered that this genius girl who had mastered the Major Accomplishment Perfection of Sword Intent was none other than Princess Xiao Minghuang of the Xia Kingdom, who had recently become famous Southern Border.
"Impossible, she's only fifteen!"
The Spirit Sword Sect members who had just arrived all had expressions of disbelief on their faces.
As sword cultivators, they understand the difficulty of comprehending sword intent better than ordinary cultivators.
Throughout the entire Spirit Sword Sect, only the Sect Master and a handful of elders have comprehended the sword intent.
In fact, only the Sect Master has mastered the Major Accomplishment Sword Intent.
The other elders were only at the rudimentary stage or beginner level of sword intent.
Xiao Minghuang, who was at the center of the vortex, ignored the shock of the crowd. She simply glanced around indifferently and then sheathed her sword.
"I have grasped the full True Meaning of Sword Dao contained in the stone tablet. This tablet will no longer be of any use. You may all disperse."
Xiao Minghuang spoke calmly, then waved his sleeve, and countless spirit stones and pills flew out, almost turning into a rain of light that fell from the sky.
Perhaps intimidated by the powerful suggestion, even upon seeing the Heavenly Spirit Stone, no one dared to make a move, all looking at Xiao Minghuang with puzzled expressions.
Xiao Minghuang spoke softly:
"I have taken all the sword intent, cutting off your opportunities. These spirit stones and pills are my compensation. Please don't be shy, just accept them as a token of my gratitude."
As soon as she finished speaking, several figures leaped up and rushed to collect the spirit stones and pills.
"Thank you, Princess Xiao. I am deeply grateful!"
"Princess Xiao's noble character will surely be protected by Heaven, and her fortune will flourish!"
Excitement echoed throughout the entire hall.
Xiao Minghuang's actions were tantamount to giving them money!
It should be noted that most of the Rogue Cultivator lingering here are not sword cultivators.
The reason I stayed here was to try my luck. If I could really glean a trace of the True Meaning of Sword Dao from the Sword Dao Stone Tablet, I would surely benefit immensely.
To put it bluntly, the exhaustion of the sword intent within the stone tablet had absolutely no bearing on them. Xiao Minghuang's actions were nothing more than giving them spirit stones and pills for free.
Seeing the gratitude and joy in the eyes of the Rogue Cultivator, Xiao Minghuang continued:
"You all must carefully preserve your newly acquired wealth, lest you attract the attention of those Outer Dao. Losing the elixir is a minor matter compared to losing your lives!"
Upon hearing this, the Rogue Cultivator all looked puzzled. Why should they worry about Outer Dao in the Heavenly Mansion Secret Realm?
Princess Xiao's words were loaded with hidden meaning!
Seeing that she had successfully aroused the doubts of the rogue Rogue Cultivator, Xiao Minghuang smiled slightly, took a step back, and looked at Li Chunyan was standing not far away.
"Fellow Daoist Li, please tell the fellow Daoists present about your encounter with the Outer Dao a few days ago."
Seeing Xiao Minghuang suddenly turn her attention to her, Li Chunyan was taken aback and whispered:
"Princess, this is so sudden... I..."
"Don't panic, just tell the truth."
Xiao Minghuang smiled and winked gently at Li Chunyan.
Upon seeing this, Li Chunyan felt a surge of warmth in her heart, as if she had inexhaustible energy. She began to speak fluently, recounting her encounter with the disciples of the Dragon Tiger Sect.
When the Rogue Cultivator heard her mention the Moon Spirit Fruit Tree, they all showed expressions of envy.
Then, when the topic of Princess Xiao killing the Demonized Wang Xiao, who was comparable to the Divine Sea Realm, with a single sword strike came up, she showed a shocked expression again.
Princess Xiao's strength was at least at the second level of the Divine Sea Realm, as she was able to kill the Demonized Wang Xiao, who was comparable to the first level of the Divine Sea Second Level Realm, with a single sword strike.
If we add magical artifacts, the possibilities would likely be even greater.
Finally, when Li Chunyan said that Princess Xiao had given her all the Moon Spirit Fruit, the Rogue Cultivator all showed expressions of surprise and envy.
That's more than a dozen Moon Spirit Fruit!
They just gave it away like that.
Should we say that Princess Xiao Yuntian, or that she was naively foolish?
At least among everyone present, not a single person had the courage to do such a thing.
This incident also shocked the disciples of the Spirit Sword Sect and the Beast Taming Sect.
At this moment, Liu Yan, the eldest disciple of the Beast Taming Sect, also arrived at the scene. Upon hearing that Xiao Minghuang had given the Moon Spirit Fruit to Li Chunyan for nothing, he immediately showed a look of disappointment.
At the same time, everyone present heard that the second disciple of the Dragon Tiger Sect was practicing Outer Dao.
The shock of this event far exceeded that of the Moon Spirit Fruit.
The Dragon Tiger Sect does not practice swordsmanship, so there are no Dragon Tiger Sect disciples here; otherwise, there would have been a fight. However, some people have expressed doubts.
"The Dragon Tiger Sect is one of the Three Great Sects. Although they act domineeringly, it is a great sect with a thousand-year history in our Southern Border. How could a dignified second disciple of such an outstanding sect degenerate into cultivating Demonic Cultivation Method? Princess Xiao, could you be mistaken?"
Among the crowd, someone carefully chose their words and spoke cautiously.
"Hmph! I think you're utterly incapable of distinguishing right from wrong. Princess Xiao witnessed this herself, and the rescued Rogue Cultivator can attest to it. Isn't that enough to convince people? Or are you questioning Princess Xiao's character?"
Upon hearing this statement...
Those who had expressed doubt immediately felt ashamed, after all, he still had the spirit stones and pills given to him by Princess Xiao in his storage bag.
"He who eats another's food is bound to him; he who takes another's money is bound to him." Getting him to return the spirit stones would be worse than taking his life.
In a short while, all the cultivators present completely believed Li Chunyan's words.
The current situation is developing exactly as Xiao Minghuang predicted, but the key lies in guiding the situation from here on out.
She wanted the Rogue Cultivator to deduce for themselves that Wang Xiao wasn't the only one in the Dragon Tiger Sect practicing evil arts; ideally, it would involve other disciples, or even Xue Wushang.
However, this is not something she can completely control.
After all, human nature is always the most difficult thing to fathom.
But after this incident, the reputation of the Dragon Tiger Sect was ruined.
The sect's true disciple turned out to be a heretical cultivator. Even if the sect was completely unaware, they could still conveniently label him as someone who was completely ignorant.
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While the Rogue Cultivator were enthusiastically discussing matters of Outer Dao, Xiao Minghuang quietly left.
This time, she not only mastered the Major Accomplishment of Sword Intent, but also tarnished the reputation of the Dragon Tiger Sect. At the very least, she has to consider herself to have made a small profit.
But shortly after she stepped out, a cry of an eagle swept in.
On the eagle's back sat a young man in a blue robe, with a handsome face and an urgent look in his eyes.
Beside him were two young cultivators at the Ninth Level of the Spring Gushing Realm.
The young man rode on a hawk and quickly flew to a spot not far from Xiao Minghuang.
"I am Liu Yan, the chief disciple of the Beast Taming Sect. Princess Xiao, would you please stay a moment for a chat?"
Xiao Minghuang stopped and smiled in response:
"So you are a true disciple of the Beast Taming Sect! My apologies for my rudeness! May I ask what brings you here?"
Between words, Liu Yan glanced briefly at the girl in front of him and saw that she had exquisite features and a noble temperament that made her hard to look away from.
But when he caught up with her, it wasn't because he was attracted to her beauty; he had other important business to attend to.
"Princess, you flatter me. The matter is this..."
It turns out that before Liu Yan came to the Heavenly Mansion Secret Realm, he learned from the seniors in the sect that there was a place of opportunity in the secret realm called the Crimson Flame Fire Pool.
There is a demonic beast here named Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow, which possesses the strength of the Divine Sea Peak Realm and is extremely powerful.
According to the calculations of the sect's seniors, the opening of this secret realm coincides with the day the Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow lays its eggs. If the Beast Taming Sect can obtain the Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow's eggs and cultivate them using the Beast Taming Sect's unique secret methods, the Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow can grow to the strength of the Spirit Seed Realm.
Furthermore, if he could form a contract with the cub of the Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow, it wouldn't be impossible for him to reach the Primal Embryo Realm in the future.
After all, the Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow, a type of demonic beast, had long since disappeared from the outside world.
However, to obtain the Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow's egg, you must first defeat the Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow.
These young disciples were no match for the Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow, who was at the Divine Sea Peak Realm.
The only solution is to find a way to lure them away.
What most attracted the attention of the Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow was the Moon Spirit Fruit.
This is the Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow's favorite food.
"... If Princess Xiao is willing to offer five Moon Spirit Fruits to lure away the Crimson Flame Fire Sparrow, after the deed is done, in addition to the Crimson Flame Fire Bird belonging to the princess, our sect is also willing to give a large number of spirit stones and pills as a token of our gratitude."
After listening to Liu Yan's words, Xiao Minghuang fell into thought.
Before entering the secret realm, she also searched for a lot of information about it.
The information about the Crimson Flame Fire Pool occupies a large portion of the text.
Legend has it that there is a wisp of Innate Fire in this place, called Crimson Flame Fire.
The so-called Crimson Flame Fire Pool is named so because this fire took root here, burning the earth. Over time, the entire land turned into a fire pool.