Sword talk beneath the moon startles a hidden intruder, flower dew condenses sunset clouds into profound cultivation

Chen Shuangbai has never had a good impression of Buddhism.

Or rather, there is an instinctive aversion to any means of manipulating people's hearts.

He had also heard that Lotus Temple was the source of Buddhism in the Celebrated Splendor Continent more than a thousand years ago, and its philosophy was to truly save all sentient beings and guide people to goodness.

Even at that time, the monks had some reservations about the teachings of Buddhism, but they admired those eminent Buddhism masters who dared to set an example, and therefore treated them with great courtesy.

But now, Lotus Temple...

Apart from a few disciples like Jinglian who still adhere to the ancient Buddhist doctrines, the rest of them will stop at nothing to gain the power of vows and incense offerings.

Liu Qinghe shook his head and said, "Everything in the world, after reaching its peak, declines; this is the natural order."

Upon hearing this, Qu Heng sighed slightly and said, "Who can say otherwise?"

But despite their feelings, the matter didn't concern the Vast Waves Alliance, so the three of them glossed over it and continued discussing the Vast Waves Alliance's future direction.

Spiritual practice inherently involves frequent exchanges with fellow practitioners.

Otherwise, where would the idiom "to seek the truth and inquire about the Dao" come from?

Even though Liu Qinghe and Qu Heng had not cultivated Sword Intent and their realms were not as high as his, Chen Shuangbai still gained a lot. He felt that today's conversation was already a great gain.

As dusk approached, the three were about to have a late-night talk by candlelight.

Liu Qinghe and Qu Heng were both very interested in Chen Shuangbai's Sword Intent and wanted to see the legendary [ Zhengguang Jielin Jade Pool Flying Immortal Sword ] that had supposedly killed eleven Golden Core with a single Sword Intent.

Chen Shuangbai didn't hesitate at all. With a flick of her right hand, a golden-white radiance shot out, its Great Yin Illusory Radiance shining in all directions, carrying the fragrance of shimmering water and delicate golden osmanthus blossoms. It flew around the pavilion like a bird, full of spiritual energy.

Liu Qinghe and Qu Heng's gazes were instantly drawn to it, their eyes fixed on the Sword Intent that was moving through the air.

The Sword Intent swirled like a bird in flight, sometimes transforming into a streak of light, sometimes scattering into a sky full of starlight. Amidst the interplay of gold and white, the faint fragrance of osmanthus blossoms permeated the air, refreshing and invigorating.

But what surprised them most was the spirituality of this Sword Intent.

Like real living beings, they were very affectionate towards Chen Shuangbai, the sword master, and also very curious about the Flower Washing Twin Heroes. They would look at them from different distances, and occasionally deliberately come closer to play with them.

Liu Qinghe's eyes lit up, and he was about to reach out and touch it when the Sword Intent suddenly vanished, returning to Chen Shuangbai's side, looking terrified.

Chen Shuangbai orally shared his insights on condensing Sword Intent with the two heroes of Flower Washing Twin Heroes chests in amazement, feeling as if hearing his words was more enlightening than reading ten years' worth of books.

Qu Heng put down the sword technique he was refining, slowly exhaled, and stood up with his senior brother. He then performed a very standard junior's salute to Chen Shuangbai, saying, " Sword Intent is hard to come by... We, his fellow disciples, thank the Sword Immortal for imparting his philosophy; it is something that no amount of spiritual talent can buy."

Chen Shuangbai did not dodge, thus accepting the courtesy.

The three of them then engaged in a detailed exchange, guided by Chen Shuangbai's Sword Intent.

Suddenly.

As if sensing something, Chen Shuangbai's golden-white radiance transformed into a bird that flapped its wings and flew away from the mountain pavilion, its dazzling Great Yin Illusory Radiance slashing straight into a certain place in the mountain gorge below.

A violent golden-white aura surged into the sky, transforming into a powerful hurricane that ripped a layer of dust off the mountain, which then filled the sky.

Liu Qinghe suddenly stood up, turned around and saw that Chen Shuangbai had disappeared. Only one sentence remained in his ears, which made him change color drastically!

"Senior Brother Liu, someone has sneaked in!"

A rich, Great Yin Illusory Radiance shimmered around him. Chen Shuangbai had already appeared below the gorge, and from the devastation, he found a piece resembling a corner of a robe.

He gazed into the deep night, his eyes filled with a melancholy light.

Liu Qinghe and Qu Heng had already arrived and exclaimed, " Junior Brother Chen, have you caught that person?"

Chen Shuangbai shook her head and then showed the two the corner of the garment—it resembled a corner of some kind of high-level magic robe, because not only was it quite smooth to the touch, but at least three restrictions could also be detected on it, indicating that the person who came was also quite powerful.

The Flower Washing Twin Heroes looked extremely grim.

This is where their sect's gate is located!

An outsider actually managed to breach the protective barrier and sneak in, even getting so close to observe their conversation... Is this blatant provocation?

A solemn expression appeared on Liu Qinghe's face as he said to Qu Heng, "Junior Brother, go and inform the elders. Junior Brother Chen, you should return to your immortal abode to rest."

"Our Flower Washing Sword Sect will pursue this matter to the end!"

Chen Shuangbai also knew that this was the mountain gate of the Flower Washing Sword Sect, and his sudden attack just now was already somewhat against the rules.

However, this person was quite clever, and his strength was at least at the Late Golden Core Stage. He also possessed some kind of sophisticated escape Secret Method or talisman... so he had already made his escape.

It seems that chasing after it in this way is no longer an option.

Chen Shuangbai nodded and pondered, "Alright, but Senior Brother Liu must be careful."

"To be able to infiltrate the great formation silently, either this person possesses extraordinary Secret Method, or this person is a spy from the mountains... Be extremely careful, especially these past few days have been particularly unusual."

Liu Qinghe understood that Chen Shuangbai was referring to the [ Treasure Kerchief ], and his expression became even more serious before he rode away in a beam of light.

That night.

The entire Flower Washing Sword Sect was brightly lit, with pairs of disciples rising and falling in the mountains. The mountain-protecting formation was fully manifested, its spiritual light sometimes dimming and sometimes flashing.

The terrifying, Divine Ability light of the Old Man Fish Pillow's unique Nascent Soul Middle Stage divine power shone from the mountaintop, creating a magnificent scene. The sounds of swords echoed from all parts of the mountain, gradually fading away as dawn approached.

The next day.

Qu Heng visited Chen Shuangbai again and shared his conjecture.

" Junior Brother Chen, I've thought about this all night, and I think this person's goal is most likely not the precious tree, but you."

Time flies like an arrow; a few days passed in the blink of an eye.

Chen Shuangbai was cultivating at Xianju that day when Liu Qinghe personally came to visit, carrying a jade box in his hand.

Chen Shuangbai's Divine Sense was slightly touched. Although it was not opened, he could still sense a powerful life force from it, which should be the [ Treasure Kerchief Flower Dew ].

Liu Qinghe said with a hint of apology, "I'm sorry you had to see this."

Chen Shuangbai smiled and shook his head, saying, "These are turbulent times, and this person is most likely after me. It's I who have caused trouble for your sect."

"Our two families don't need to say such things."

Chen Shuangbai opened the jade box and saw a droplet shimmering with dazzling light suspended inside. Upon closer inspection, it seemed as if the entire sunset had been condensed into this tiny droplet.

Chen Shuangbai exclaimed, "It's truly amazing!"

After seeing Liu Qinghe off, Chen Shuangbai opened the restrictions on this place and took out the [ Swaying Moon Sunken Cold Treasure Mirror ], hanging it in the room. The Great Yin Illusory Radiance the moon shone in all directions. Only then did he feel at ease swallowing the flower dew and begin his cultivation.

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