In the dim cosmic void, an invisible streak of light sped through space, crossing vast distances in an instant at a speed far beyond the limits of a low-level cultivator's spiritual sense.
"Even Sword Heirs who've reached the fourth or fifth step of extreme Nirvana don't seem to have mastered eighth-tier Dao-realm swordsmanship..."
Jiang Ding pondered in silence.
While discussing the Dao with the Dao Child, he had also assessed the combat strength of every Sword Heir in their sword duels. This was the conclusion he had reached.
Years ago, when he had reached the third step of extreme Nirvana, he had speculated that one path to the fourth step was to master eighth-tier Dao-realm swordsmanship. That would let him force his way past the constraints of his cultivation inheritance and damaged foundation.
That conclusion still held true.
Unlike Jiang Ding, those Sword Heirs had exceptionally powerful cultivation inheritances and deep foundations. Generations of patriarchs from their sects who had taken several steps toward immortality had laid excellent groundwork for them. They did not face the same cliff-like steps that cultivators of the Fallen Immortal Realm did, so they could advance with far greater ease.
"How wonderful... That's my advantage."
Jiang Ding spoke softly to himself.
Hardships endured were a sword cultivator's precious wealth, part of his foundation. They would surely shine in the future.
"Could I kill one?"
Another question occurred to Jiang Ding.
He thought for a long time, then slowly shook his head.
A being at the fourth step of extreme Nirvana was, at the very least, the greatest prodigy of a great thousand world. He could not judge yet.
What he had encountered in the Myriad Laws Nexus was only a wisp of spiritual sense. The margin of error was severe; it could not be used