The Army-Breaking Sword can refine the body externally and temper the Sword Qi internally, making it a true path of dual cultivation of magic and martial arts.
Zhou Wuji was immediately pleased with what he heard; it was exactly what he wanted.
As expected, True Person Zhihua understands him!
He hurriedly bowed and clasped his hands, saying, "This disciple wishes to learn the Army-Breaking Sword; please, True Person, bestow upon me the method."
True Person Zhihua did not rush to impart the teachings. She slowly said, "The path of the Army-Breaking Sword is very special. You need to fight in actual combat to understand the True Intention of the Swordsmanship."
"Like Wuleng, he has great talent, but he rarely has practical experience. He can only be proficient with the Yaoguang Sword, but he is far inferior with the Army-Breaking Sword."
Zhou Wuji understood, and he said solemnly, "This disciple will True Person your orders without question."
" The Cloud Marsh Lower Court has been plagued by rampant demons lately, making it very unsettling."
True Person Zhihua said, "Since you have nothing to do in Cloud Dragon, go and stay at the Cloud Marsh Lower Court for a few months."
"Next March, I will personally transfer you back to the Upper Court for ordination and registration, allowing you to further your studies in Secret Method at the Heavenly Authority Hall."
She emphasized, "This isn't an order, it's just a discussion. Whether you go to Yunze or not, I will still pass on the Army-Breaking Sword to you."
Zhou Wuji immediately nodded. "This disciple is willing to go to Yunze. Subduing demons and monsters is our duty!"
He knew that True Person Zhihua wasn't lying, but he also knew that not going to Yunze would definitely affect True Person Zhihua's opinion of him.
He really wanted to go to the Cloud Marsh Lower Court. Putting everything else aside, Wuming was in Yunze and hadn't made a move. He could go and see Wuming and Daoist Yizhen.
"Good."
True Person Zhihua saw that Zhou Wuji readily agreed, she was very satisfied.
Not wanting Zhou Wuji to misunderstand, she explained, "I let you go because you are different from other Sixth Rank sword cultivators."
"Just like Wuleng, your Swordsmanship is good, but in real combat, ten of them wouldn't be as good as you. The same goes for everyone else."
" The White Rainbow Sword in your hand is also an extremely powerful weapon. Yunze is mostly inhabited by demons; their bodies are incredibly strong, making Swordsmanship a better way to subdue them."
"Your journey will not only help the Lower Court resolve its problems, but also hone your swordsmanship."
Zhou Wuji nodded. "I have a friend in Yunze, so this trip will be a good opportunity to meet up with her."
True Person Zhihua touched Zhou Wuji's brow, and the Pojun Sword Instruction flowed into Zhou Wuji's sea of consciousness...
After receiving the sword manual, Zhou Wuji regained his senses, bowed again, and then left the main hall.
After Zhou Wuji left, Zhihe emerged from behind the Heart-Questioning Mirror, asking with some concern, "Is True Person and Yunze in bad shape?"
"The imperial court's failure to exterminate the great demon has instead attracted a large number of demons into Yunze, which is indeed troublesome."
True Person Zhihua said, "I've been in Yunze for a while now. Fortunately, all demons of the Fourth Rank and above are subject to restrictions, making it difficult for them to leave Dream Marsh."
"Low-level demons are simply numerous. Zhou Wuji is exceptionally alert and meticulous, and his Swordsmanship is also exquisite. For him, Yunze is not that dangerous."
She sighed softly, "My Yuheng Lineage specializes in swordsmanship. It's one thing to have mediocre talent in swordsmanship, but we also lack the heroic spirit and courage to ride a sword straight ahead. How can we possibly master swordsmanship?"
Zhihe also sighed helplessly, " True Person, Zhou Wuji is enough. Wuleng to come along too?"
"This is a good opportunity for Wuleng to practice his swordsmanship."
True Person Zhihua said calmly, "If you can't even understand this, no wonder you can't even reach the Fourth Rank."
"Sigh... I just don't have the talent."
Zhihe wasn't angry when he was scolded, even though Zhihua was much younger than him, his status in the sect was far above his.
Wuleng, however, was his direct grand-disciple, possessing exceptional talent, and he truly couldn't bear to let Wuleng take such a risk.
Seeing how serious True Person Zhihua was, he dared not try to persuade him any further.
" The cave abode discovered by Zhou Wuji is of great importance; you must remember to keep it a secret."
True Person Zhihua looked deeply at Zhihe as he spoke, "If this matter goes wrong, it will immediately lead to a cataclysmic situation."
"Whatever your ulterior motives, keep your mouth shut."
Zhihe was startled; this was the first time he had seen True Person Zhihua so serious and stern. He straightened his expression and solemnly said, " True Person, rest assured, I will keep my mouth shut and will not divulge a single word."
True Person Zhihua nodded slightly. She gripped the sword hilt, transforming into a ball of azure sword light and vanishing in an instant, leaving only a resounding hum of sword light echoing within the hall...
Zhou Wuji returned to the stone house, greeted Daoist Yiping, and then went back to his room.
The first thing to do, naturally, is to learn the Army-Breaking Sword.
The Divine Sense Mark given by True Person Zhihua will dissipate over time. He must hurry.
The Army-Breaking Sword is actually divided into two branches: Army-Breaking and Yaoguang. True Person Zhihua passed it on to him, and although he was limited to the Fifth Rank, he was still very happy.
Yaoguang Sword, the Army-Breaking Sword integrates Swordsmanship with both internal and external aspects of the body, representing a method of cultivating both internal and external strength.
Zhou Wuji was extremely skilled in the Five Tigers Fist. Just by Army-Breaking Sword, he could tell that the martial arts techniques within it were very profound, and its level and realm far surpassed the Five Tigers Fist he had learned.
Among them, the method of tempering the body and controlling Sword Qi, if practiced to the extreme, should be able to integrate the True Qi cultivated by the Five Tigers Fist.
Whether it can be done is still uncertain.
Zhou Wuji possessed Xue Ying's five taels and seven mace of destiny, and with his experience in cultivating the Tianji Sword, it was enough for him to master the Army-Breaking Sword to perfection.
But he wasn't in a hurry. He still had two ounces of destiny in his hand, so he decided to first transform it into the Origin Profound Spirit to test its depth.
As purple light unfolded, Zhou Wuji diligently practiced the Army-Breaking Sword within the small world...
When he opened his eyes, he had barely reached the beginner level in the Army-Breaking Sword technique.
He felt that the Army-Breaking Sword was more profound and exquisite than the Tianji Sword, even though they were both Northern Dipper Seven Star Sword swords.
The main Army-Breaking Sword is a dual cultivation of magic and martial arts; one must temper the body while Qi Refining.
He has an exceptionally strong physique, enough to surpass an ordinary Sixth Rank martial artist. However, his foundation is built upon the Five Tigers Fist, which is quite different from the Army-Breaking Sword technique.
While the same method of tempering the body is used, the Method Formula employed by different schools and sects vary, resulting in many subtle differences in the physical state achieved through tempering.
The higher the level of a martial artist, the greater the difference.
For Sixth Rank martial artist, condensing True Qi is actually the most important watershed moment.
Zhou Wuji's understanding of the Army-Breaking Sword was far from sufficient to cover the Five Tigers Fist.
However, he could also see that the Army-Breaking Sword's internal and external tempering was the right path for sword cultivators, and it should also be the foundation of the Northern Dipper Seven Star Sword.
Except for Wuleng, the sword cultivators of the Yuheng Lineage are all physically weak, and have obviously given up on the path of the Army-Breaking Sword.
This also illustrates the prowess of the Army-Breaking Sword, which is difficult for most people to master.
Zhou Wuji wasn't in a hurry to invest in Xue Ying's destiny; True Person Zhihua might not have left yet.
Because of the difference in style, it was difficult for True Person Zhihua to determine the true condition of the body he had honed through practicing the Five Tigers Fist.
If he were to forge the Army-Breaking Sword overnight, True Person Zhihua would immediately notice the problem.
True Person Zhihua speaks freely and without restraint, but this man has a sharp eye and a very deep mind, far more capable Zhihe. He must be extremely careful in this regard.
The evil spirits in the underground cave abode were far more powerful than he had anticipated.
True Person Zhihua was clearly very wary of this, and even unwilling to discuss matters concerning the cave abode with him.
Heavenly Mystery Divine Lord Fu Tianji are likely different titles for the same person. Judging from True Person Zhihua's attitude, he harbors extreme hatred and even loathing for Fu Tianji.
However, True Person Zhihua was deep in thought and did not show it on his face.
Fu Tianji must have lived hundreds of years ago; there's no way he could have had any connection with True Person Zhihua.
The only reason she could hate someone so much is that there is a deep-seated hatred between Fu Tianji and the Northern Pole Sect!
What kind of hatred, separated by hundreds of years, can still be remembered so vividly?!
It would undoubtedly be a great humiliation, or cause fundamental damage to the sect, making every disciple grit their teeth at the mere mention of it...
Zhou Wuji sighed inwardly. He was ultimately too low-level; he had no right to get involved in such matters.
True Person Zhihua sent him to Yunze, probably to keep him out of this mess, and perhaps as a form of protection.
Zhou Wuji wasn't just being presumptuous; it was True Person Zhihua was so eager to send him away that it must be related to the cave abode.
I gave him a reason to gain experience, but it was still a bit of a stretch.
If Zhihua wanted to silence them, he could have just taken action... there was no need for such trouble.
The next day, Zhou Wuji went to see Abbot Zhihe, and this time he met the abbot very quickly.
"Abbot, the True Person has sent me to Cloud Marsh Lower Court for training."
"Yes, the True Person has mentioned this. You just go ahead and do your thing. I'll take care of things at the Lower Court, so don't worry."
Zhihe knew that Zhou Wuji going to Yunze, and he felt quite sympathetic towards him.
After all, Yunze can hone Swordsmanship and improve cultivation, but if things go wrong, Zhou Wuji might die there.
He quite admired Zhou Wuji, but unfortunately, the True Person had already made a decision, and it was not his place to interfere.
"Abbot, my disciple Shangbing has already Qi Consumption. Before I leave, I want to bestow upon him the initiation and ordination. What do you think?"
"No problem, the North Pole Heavenly Emperor Hall is yours tonight."
Zhihe felt somewhat indebted to Zhou Wuji, so he agreed very readily. Besides, he still needed Zhou Wuji's help.
"Thank you, Abbot." Zhou Wuji bowed in thanks.
He had been busy with his own affairs these days, but before leaving, he still had to pass on his ordination and talismans to his disciple so that the disciple could practice Law Technique.
Zhihe said seriously, " Wuleng will go to Yunze with you. She has good cultivation but little experience in the martial world. She is also an honest person, so I'll have to trouble you to take care of her."
" Wuleng Sister Wuling will also be going; fellow disciples should look after each other. The abbot can rest assured."
Zhou Wuji was quite happy. The journey to Yunze was long, and having a beautiful woman accompany him would help pass the time.
Zhihe still had faith in Zhou Wuji's abilities and character; that was enough for him.
He said, "You can obtain the necessary supplies from the steward; all expenses will be covered by the Lower Court."
"Thank you for hosting." Zhou Wuji bowed in thanks.
The items required for ordination and investiture are quite complicated, and they would cost seventy or eighty taels of gold in total.
The Lower Court was given to them all at once, which not only saved money but also a lot of trouble. This is a real benefit.
That evening, Zhou Wuji led Yang Tie Ying to the North Pole Heavenly Emperor Hall.
The Daoist priests on duty in the main hall had already been notified, and upon seeing Zhou Wuji arrive, they all bowed respectfully and left the hall.
Daoist Yiping and Shangxing watched the ceremony from the side. The old Daoist and Shangxing had both changed into new clothes, bathed and washed their hair, and were dressed very cleanly and neatly.
Yang Tie Ying was even more neatly dressed, wearing a brand new Daoist robe. He had thick eyebrows and big eyes, and was tall and strong. He was slightly shorter than Zhou Wuji when he stood there, and he looked full of energy.
Zhou Wuji, wearing a star-studded crown and a brocade robe adorned with gold and stars, presided over the transmission of ordination and the conferment of monastic registers.
He Eighth-Rank Qi Ingestion, received the Middle Perfection Precepts, and was bestowed the Divine Northern Dipper Tianshu Divine Register.
Daoist Yiping observed the ceremony from the sidelines. He watched as Zhou Wuji, with his solemn appearance, presided over the ordination and talisman-granting ceremony with perfect precision, clearly already a true Dharma Master.
He recalled that he had just conferred ordination upon Zhou Wuji last year, when Zhou Wuji was only Eighth Rank.
In just one year, Zhou Wuji had become a true mage, known as the Sword Lord Xiaoxiang, and his fame had spread Yunyang, where he had overshadowed all his peers.
Such brilliance, it's a pity that Yiyuan Brother Yiyuan won't be able to see it...