"Second Brother, Third Brother, your swordsmanship has really come into its own. I'm green with envy!" The irrepressible Chen Mu spoke first, eagerness flickering across his face.
"Don't go picking up Xiaojun's snarky new expressions. Brothers, teach me a little of what you've learned. Just ignore this fellow beside me." Chen Feng immediately chimed in, casting a sidelong glance at Chen Xiaojun.
"You really do seem to be advancing a thousand miles a day," Qin Huacheng interjected.
"It feels a little different from usual," Cheng Tai said with a nod.
"Little Six, what do you think?" After the clan tournament, Chen Feng had gained considerable respect for Chen Xiaojun's talent.
Chen Xiaojun pondered briefly before offering his impression. "My brother's and the Sword Sovereign's swordsmanship had more spirit today."
Everyone fell into thought.
Chen Xiaojun gave a mysterious smile. "Have you never considered this question?"
"Eldest Sister just told me that improving swordsmanship isn't only about technique. It's also about one's state of mind and mastering one's emotions."
"Their swordsmanship is so impressive. Could it be that it now has a little more of something that truly touches people's hearts?"
Chen Jianjun and Chen Jianzun were both taken aback. Then Chen Jianzun said, "You say I've made great progress, but really, it's my individuality coming to the fore."
"My maternal grandfather told me that my swordsmanship had no soul. I've been thinking about that ever since."
"So lately, I've been practicing the Cloudwater Sword Technique all over again, especially the Cloud Sword Art, which I never thoroughly understood before. I want to fully grasp the essence of the Cloudwater Sword Technique."
Chen Jianjun smiled and nodded. "You're right. I've realized that myself."
"To truly bring our swordsmanship to its utmost potential, we have to understand its essence."
"And that requires