Upon hearing this, the many holy masters realized what they had said at the beginning, and each of them felt ashamed, wishing they could cover their faces and leave.
But they still had to explain!
"This, this... Fellow Daoist is joking. If even you are not qualified to preach the Dao, then no one else is."
At first, they were a little stiff and awkward when they spoke, but they quickly realized something.
Lin Xuan preaches without restricting who can listen!
In other words, the trainees are listening, and so are they!
Sword Dao lecture by such a person is not just fortuitous opportunity for the students, but a real opportunity!
You should know that those who can guide cultivation in the Saint Realm are extremely rare!
They might never encounter it in their lifetime; they'll have to figure it out themselves through trial and error!
And now, this person is going to preach...
Immediately, the holy masters forgot all about their embarrassment.
They all looked up, their eyes filled with fervor as they gazed at Lin Xuan!
One after another, they spoke up, completely overturning their previous statements.
"Fellow Daoist Lin, we were rude just now, please forgive us!"
"Indeed, fellow Daoist's Sword Dao is truly admirable. We humbly request your guidance!"
"Yes, yes, we were the ones who were rude just now. Please don't take it to heart, fellow Daoist!"
They would be overjoyed to hear a master Sword Dao preach, so why would they stubbornly refuse to admit their mistakes?
As for Lin Xuan, he had no deep-seated hatred for these holy masters; it was merely a matter of some doubts that had not caused him any loss. Moreover, he had already obtained what he wanted, and now it was time to fulfill his promise and complete what he had promised the princess.
Hearing them admit their mistake, he didn't press the matter, but simply nodded casually and brushed it off lightly.
It's alright.
"Your considerations are correct. If one's understanding is insufficient but one insists on preaching, wouldn't that be misleading and misleading students?"
He added, "I have come here today at the princess's invitation to preach. During this time, you are welcome to speak freely if you have any questions."
As these words fell, countless students who heard them trembled with excitement, their faces flushed, unable to control their emotions.
This is a lecture given by a powerful figure from the Sword Domain!
And for a whole day!
It can be said that such an opportunity is extremely rare, perhaps only happening once in a million years.
Those who can cultivate Sword Domain are all exceptional individuals, possessing extraordinary talent.
For ordinary people, even meeting someone is extremely difficult, let alone listening to a powerful figure from the Sword Domain preach.
Yet this group of students, who were not related to each other and some of whom were not even Thearch Realm, were able to have such an honor as to hear the teachings of Sword Domain expert!
In an instant, the crowd erupted in excitement.
Wu Qing, who was listening from the corner of the audience, also became excited.
The girl gripped the short sword tightly in her hand, nearly biting her tongue due to her overwhelming emotions.
Although she wasn't particularly gifted, ever since she was born, the first time she started cultivating and the first time she picked up a sword, she had always longed for the way of the Sword Dao.
From that moment on, even though she knew that the days ahead would be difficult and bitter, she never once thought of giving up.
I thought this was probably how my life would be.
Unexpectedly, hard work pays off.
She actually witnessed a powerful figure from the Sword Domain preaching!
That's truly an incredible stroke of luck.
Most importantly, this powerful figure from the Sword Domain even personally stated that they could ask any questions they had today, no matter what they didn't understand about cultivation.
He will answer them one by one.
Such a rare opportunity was not one that Wu Qing would let slip by.
She desperately wanted to ask and explain all the questions she had ever had about Sword Dao, hoping to find answers!
And Lin Xuan did indeed do what he said.
As he preached, he would occasionally pause to call on the saints or students in the audience who had raised their hands, and explain the doubts in their hearts to them.
Some of the questions may seem simple, but when he speaks about them, he manages to make them insightful and thought-provoking.
Even some of the most accomplished masters, who initially found the questions simplistic, gained new insights and were deeply moved after listening to Lin Xuan's explanations.
"So that's how it is. The reason my Sword Dao is so difficult to master is because although I appear to be carefree and my attacks are swift, there is still a trace of fear hidden within me. This fear actually stems from my lack of confidence in every strike I made when I was learning swordsmanship..."
The holy masters were almost completely immersed in Lin Xuan's teachings, their faces filled with sudden realization and profound understanding.
Even more so, some were so excited that they became completely absorbed in their own world, muttering to themselves incessantly.
"Wonderful, wonderful! The way of the sword cannot be inflexible, nor can it be too agile. Yet, it can defeat all laws with One Sword, and it can also break through the calamities of the world with ten thousand swords. That is why some people cultivate only the way of the One Sword to ascend to the Sword Domain, while others cultivate multiple Sword Dao to reach this level. The mystery lies entirely in the mind!"
"I've cultivated my Sword Dao whole life, yet I've only reached the seventh level. Was I wrong from the very beginning...?"
Lin Xuan's understanding of the Sword Dao is absolutely unmatched by any of the holy masters present.
They were completely captivated by Lin Xuan's sermon, unable to resist being swept away by the Sword Intent within the hall.
When the thought reaches its peak, one might even burst into laughter three times, sit cross-legged, and begin the breakthrough without any hesitation!
Many of the questions that once troubled them have been answered today.
One question after another.
One difficult problem after another.
One after another, the masters and students who achieved breakthroughs in their studies.
The entire hall was almost filled with sword marks floating in mid-air, captivating the senses and drawing the viewer's attention.
But with the emergence of a problem, the harmony and balance on the field were suddenly broken, and the somewhat noisy and lively atmosphere fell into silence, or even deathly silence.
"May I ask, senior, if I lack natural talent, can I still cultivate the Sword Dao?"
It was a somewhat hoarse female voice.
Looking in the direction of the sound, the first thing Lin Xuan saw was a girl in gray.
The gray robes are the student uniform of the Great Cosmos Holy Academy, and each student is issued two sets upon enrollment.
However, very few trainees wear it.
Aside from offering some basic defensive capabilities, this gray robe provided no other benefits and was completely unsightly.
But the girl was wearing an ordinary gray dress, and even the cuffs were frayed from washing.
There were no jade pendants or other jewelry around her waist, only a thick hemp rope that tied her waistline, revealing her rather pretty young figure.
But, among those who are truly exceptional, who could be ugly?
Aptitude is not only reflected in one's talent for cultivation, but also in one's appearance.
The girl's appearance was not considered exceptionally beautiful.
She was only considered a moderately pretty girl from a modest family. Among a group of young men and women, her appearance paled in comparison, and she looked quite ordinary. Even the short sword peeking out from her sleeve and her gray clothes seemed even more shabby.
Her expression showed that she was very nervous.
She pressed her lips tightly together, a hint of unease showing in her eyes.
Clearly, she wasn't unnerved when she asked that question.
However, this question was far too important to her, which is why she gritted her teeth and asked it.
Lin Xuan's guess was correct; the girl, Wu Qing, was extremely tense at this moment.
She couldn't suppress her doubts any longer, and after hesitating for a long time, she finally asked the question that had been on her mind for so long.
The stares of those around her made her feel like she was being pricked by thorns, and she was extremely uncomfortable.
But she still persevered and endured it.
Lin Xuan quietly watched the woman who had spoken, a strange glint flashing in his eyes.
Wu Qing.
He remembered her name.
I especially remember the questions she asked today.
After all, Wu Qing was certainly among the most enthusiastic participants in his sermons.
She asked him that question more than once.
Moreover, the problem is quite different from that of other sword cultivators.
He immediately knew that the other party was skilled in Sword Dao, had undergone rigorous training that was difficult for ordinary people to achieve, and possessed unwavering perseverance.
In the world of sword cultivators, this is called...
Sword Heart!
Many sword cultivators possess exceptional talent throughout their lives, yet they still fail to achieve great success in the way of the Sword Dao, for one simple reason.
That's because their Sword Heart is lacking!
Therefore, even a lifetime of spiritual practice may not yield any significant results!
However, some sword cultivators, despite lacking in talent, possess an unwavering Sword Heart and are able to reach heights that countless other sword cultivators cannot attain!
It is because they have the will.
A heart that is priceless.
That is perseverance, determination, patience, and confidence in the sword!
That is, Sword Heart!
A sword cultivator with a clear and enlightened sword Sword Heart is ten thousand times harder to find than a sword cultivator with outstanding talent!
Looking at this girl, who was of average talent and appearance, yet seemed like a poplar tree that had withstood countless storms and still stood tall in the harsh winter, Lin Xuan gazed at her for a long time before softly giving his answer.
"Able."
He uttered only one word, but Wu Qing suddenly couldn't help but tremble.
Tears welled up in her eyes, causing her to bite her lip tightly and turn her head away to wipe away the tears that were about to overflow.
So many years have passed...
She had heard far too many negative words.
She knew she had nothing.
He lacked natural talent.
Lacking a strong background.
There are no elixirs available to improve physical condition and enhance strength.
She couldn't break into the ranks of the prodigies, couldn't hear good explanations of Sword Dao, and no strong person was willing to put in the effort to train her.
Today, upon suddenly hearing the word "able," her cold demeanor, maintained for years, nearly shattered instantly, tears welling up in her eyes, and she even thought to herself...
Regardless... even if this senior was just trying to comfort himself, that's enough!
However, to her surprise, Lin Xuan didn't finish his sentence after saying "can" and continued speaking.
"The way of the sword, in the end, is about cultivating the Sword Heart."
"But those lacking natural talent are different from ordinary sword cultivators!"
"Such people cultivate the sword, yet they must first cultivate the Sword Heart before cultivating the Sword Dao!"
"If one can cultivate one's Sword Heart to its fullest potential, then all Sword Dao in this world will be within one's grasp!"
Lin Xuan spoke each word and sentence with firmness and without hesitation, showing no intention of being perfunctory.
Everyone was shocked by what he said.
Sword Heart, Sword Dao —these were levels they could not yet grasp, but now, they had been meticulously broken down and laid out before them.
Especially for those students with poor Sword Dao aptitude, although they felt excited while listening to the lectures, they were still somewhat disappointed.
After all, they knew very well that they weren't naturally gifted and that they probably wouldn't have any fortuitous opportunity to go any further in their lives.
The teachings I heard today don't seem to be like those of the more gifted students who can break through to a higher level immediately.
But Lin Xuan's words seemed to point them to a new path, which made them feel incredibly excited.
One by one, they couldn't help but murmur the words " Sword Heart," gazing at the sword in their hands, wishing they could conjure up a heart out of thin air on the spot!
But Lin Xuan knew this.
How precious is the Sword Heart!
Where is it so easy to repair?
Within this Great Cosmos Holy Academy, there is probably only one like this.
A girl who has cultivated Sword Heart, yet possesses only mediocre talent...
Thinking of this, Lin Xuan suddenly had an idea.
Looking at Wu Qing, who could no longer hold back her tears, he suddenly said, " Wu Qing, I see you have great perseverance, and there's already a sharp edge between your brows. You must have achieved some mastery of Sword Heart. Today, I will pass on a technique to you and give you this sword. If you can master it in the future, you can come and find me!"
After he finished speaking, Lin Xuan casually raised his hand and flicked it slightly, and several points of light immediately fell into Wu Qing's hand.
She froze, instinctively.
Especially after seeing what was in his hand, he widened his eyes in disbelief, as if he couldn't believe that such a great fortuitous opportunity had fallen into his lap out of nowhere!
Not only her, but everyone around her couldn't help but gasp in surprise when they saw what she was holding.
" Emperor Weapon!?"
"It's actually Emperor Weapon!"
They could only see that the sword in Wu Qing's hand was Emperor Weapon, but little did they know that Wu Qing's shock came from another item in her hand.
Lin Xuan gave her three items in total.
The first item was the Emperor Weapon, which had already been recognized by others.
It was a top-grade Emperor Weapon, a pair of swords, short and powerful, which Lin Xuan had collected as spoils of war before.
However, both he and his disciples were more skilled with longswords.
Now, these two short swords have found their rightful owner.
Among the other items, one was a milky-white Jade Slip used for transmitting Buddhist teachings.
The Cultivation Method within was the Saint Realm True Explanation of Sword Dao. Wu Qing had only just probed it with her Divine Sense when she was stunned by the vast insights within.
And the last thing...
It is also a piece of jade.
It is the jade of the Sword Pavilion!
Lin Xuan pondered for a moment, then shook his head slightly.
If the other party can cultivate to a certain level, they will be able to activate the Sword Pavilion Jade Pendant and find themselves. At that time...
He will naturally do as he said and take this woman as his disciple.
This is both fortuitous opportunity and a test!
Although the others couldn't figure out what kind of Cultivation Method it was, they knew it was definitely not simple.
Immediately, everyone was filled with envy, wishing they could take his place!
This was fortuitous opportunity they had never even imagined!
Not to mention the level of that Cultivation Method.
They said that the weapon was a top-grade Emperor Weapon!
Even more so, the fortuitous opportunity to become a disciple of such a person!
This... this!
It's truly enviable!
Wu Qing slowly came to her senses, looked at the thing in her hand, and couldn't help but shed tears.
She choked back tears, hugged the items tightly to her chest, and kowtowed in gratitude on the spot.
" Wu Qing... Thank you so much for your kindness, senior! I will certainly live up to your expectations, complete my studies as soon as possible, and repay your great kindness!"