In the end, with every step he took, his bones felt like they were going to fall apart. He breathed like a bull, and every step he took was extremely arduous. There were a few times when Xiao Chen felt like lying down and not running anymore.
However, when he looked at the beautiful figure in the middle of the field and saw the expression in her eyes, he could not help but feel proud. I must not collapse in front of her. That would be too embarrassing.
When the final lap was over, Xiao Chen finally heaved a sigh of relief. He did his best to suppress the urge to collapse. He took a deep breath and sat down cross-legged, entering a state of cultivation.
When a person was tired and their body reached its limits, entering a state of cultivation would allow them to bring out their full potential. In the past, Xiao Chen understood this principle. However, there was no one to supervise him, so he had never entered such a state.
Now that he had this opportunity, there was naturally no reason for him to give it up. The Purple Thunder Divine Incantation slowly circulated in his body. When the Essence circulated once in his body, it seeped into his skin, flesh, and bones.
Xiao Chen felt a sense of relaxation that he had never felt before. His body felt extremely comfortable. The sweat on his body slowly evaporated into white smoke.
Liu Ruyue stood at the side and saw all this. She revealed an apologetic smile, and a look of reminiscence flashed in the depths of her eyes. It was like she was looking at herself from the past.
After a while, Xiao Chen slowly stopped circulating the Essence in his body. He opened his eyes and happened to meet Liu Ruyue's gaze. He smiled gently and stood up.
Xiao Chen said indifferently, "Elder Sister Ruyue, you can teach me now, right?"
Liu Ruyue smiled gently, "Not bad, the Saber Technique you used earlier should be the Rushing Thunder Saber Technique. I practiced this Saber Technique when I was young. However, it did not suit my style, so I gave up on it."
A look of doubt flashed in Xiao Chen's eyes, Liu Ruyue practiced the Rushing Thunder Saber Technique before? This was very strange. Didn't Feng Feixue say that the Saber Technique came from the Heavenly Qin School?
Seeing the doubt in Xiao Chen's heart, Liu Ruyue explained, "Don't be too surprised. Aside from some inherited Martial Techniques, the Heavenly Saber Pavilion has most of the Saber Techniques in their collection.
"I once gave up on this Saber Technique because of its style. Let me ask you now, what do you think the style of the Rushing Thunder Saber Technique is? Do you think it suits you?"
What is the style of the Rushing Thunder Saber Technique? Xiao Chen had never considered this question before. Even more so, he did not consider whether this Saber Technique was suitable for him.
However, after practicing the Rushing Thunder Saber Technique for so long, Xiao Chen had some understanding of the style of the Rushing Thunder Saber Technique. After thinking for a while, it was not difficult for him to answer, "Fierce and fast, imposing and forceful. It is like a gushing river. After it is unleashed, it will flow unceasingly, advancing forward with an indomitable will."
Liu Ruyue nodded and said, "It looks like your understanding is pretty good. However, the words you used earlier were to describe the characteristics of the Rushing Thunder Saber Technique and not its style."
"Style is the last sentence. Move forward with indomitable will and never retreat. Taking a step back is the difference between life and death. Putting yourself on the edge of death to fight and forcing yourself into a dead end. Do you think you are suited for this style?"
Hearing this, Xiao Chen felt as if a bolt of lightning had struck him. It was as if he had been enlightened. Some of the problems that he had been unable to figure out in the past suddenly became clear.
In the past, he always felt that his understanding of the Rushing Thunder Saber Technique was lacking something.
Today, he finally understood what he was lacking. What he was lacking was that kind of decisiveness. That kind of overwhelming decisiveness, to not retreat even in the face of death.
However, am I really suited for this style?
Xiao Chen could not help but ponder this question. After a while, a resolute look flashed in Xiao Chen's eyes. He thought of the past and said seriously, "I understand now. I am suited for this style. Even though I am still lacking now, I will not give up on it in the future."
Liu Ruyue smiled faintly, "I feel that you are not suited for it. When we exchanged moves earlier, you actually wanted me to let you have one move first. You wanted to take advantage of the situation. That is definitely not the style of the Rushing Thunder Saber Technique."
Xiao Chen asked doubtfully, "However, you have already broken my Saber Technique. How can I not retreat? That is impossible. If I were to face an opponent of equal strength or a similar cultivation realm, I would definitely not retreat."
"You are really stubborn. The strength I used earlier definitely did not exceed that of a Martial Grand Master. If you don't believe me, you can try again." Liu Ruyue's pretty face was filled with smiles. She had an eager look on her face.
When Xiao Chen thought of the situation earlier, he smiled embarrassedly, "I think it's better not, I'll just believe you."
Liu Ruyue felt it was a pity as she said, "Never mind, I will not tease you anymore. It is too early to tell you all this. It is normal that you do not understand. You should practice the eight basic saber techniques first. Let me see! "
Xiao Chen revealed an embarrassed expression, "I don't think I have learned the basic saber techniques before. When I was young, my family only required me to learn the basic Palm Techniques and Fist Techniques. The basics of the saber and the sword were optional. At that time, I did not think of practicing the saber, so I did not practice them."
When he was young, Xiao Chen was unable to condense his Martial Spirit. He focused all his attention on it and did not have the time to practice the basic saber techniques.
Later on, after Xiao Chen successfully condensed his Martial Spirit, he did not pay attention to the basic saber techniques because he learned too many things. Although he did not dare to slack off when he cultivated, he did not practice the basic saber techniques.
Liu Ruyue felt a headache coming on, "Suifeng, come and die!"
Liu Suifeng, who was practicing the saber at the side, stopped what he was doing. He quickly walked over and asked, "Sis, what's the matter?"
"I was defeated by this fellow. Come and teach him the eight basic saber techniques. I will give you one day. I will check on him tomorrow." Liu Ruyue rubbed her head, feeling a headache coming on.
"I will take my leave first. I will check on him tomorrow. That's right, don't remove the metal block in his hand." After Liu Ruyue spoke, she left the place.
Liu Suifeng looked at Xiao Chen and asked in disbelief, "Ye Chen, have you really not practiced the basic saber techniques before?"
Xiao Chen countered with a question, "Is that important? I really have not practiced it before. "
Liu Suifeng smiled bitterly, "I really have to hand it to you. Fortunately, you did not enter from the outer sect. The basic saber techniques are the foundation of all saber techniques. The Heavenly Saber Pavilion has a rule long ago. If one has not practiced the basic saber techniques to the Small Perfection, one cannot learn any Martial Techniques.
"Thus, people like us, as well as those cultivators who want to enter the Heavenly Saber Pavilion, have to practice the basic saber techniques to the Small Perfection at the very least. Most of them would practice it to the Medial Perfection. Only a few people would persevere and practice it to the Great Perfection, like my sister."
Xiao Chen did not expect the basic saber techniques to be so important. He could not help but ask, "In that case, what realm have you practiced the basic saber techniques to?"
Liu Suifeng smiled helplessly, "I do not have the perseverance. I just reached the Small Perfection, so I stopped practicing it. Let's not talk about this anymore. It is not too late for you to practice it now."
Xiao Chen nodded. As he spoke, he was about to remove the piece of metal in his hand. When Liu Suifeng saw this, he quickly stopped him. Xiao Chen could not help but say, "Don't tell me you are really making things difficult for this brother."
Liu Suifeng had a serious expression as he said, "I am really not making things difficult for you. You are able to practice the Rushing Thunder Saber Technique to the point where it sounds like thunder. This proves that you have put in a lot of effort. Even in the history of the Heavenly Saber Pavilion, not many people have been able to do this.
"My sister thinks very highly of you. Otherwise, she would not have given you pointers on some of the styles of the Rushing Thunder Saber Technique.
"The Rushing Thunder Saber Technique was created by a Saber Emperor. Although it is only a Superior Grade Profound Ranked Martial Technique, its potential is limitless. If you really want to improve further, you have to practice the basic saber techniques to the Great Perfection. If you want to learn it in a short period of time, aside from putting in a lot of effort, there is no shortcut."
When Xiao Chen heard this, he could only stop what he was doing. Liu Suifeng started to explain and demonstrate the basic saber techniques. The basic saber techniques only had eight moves: sweep, hack, push, scrape, sweep, chop, and pierce. They were also known as the eight basic saber techniques.
Since it was a basic saber technique, it was naturally easy to understand. Xiao Chen only needed to look at it once to understand it. After that, he started to practice by himself. Because he had a hundred kilograms of metal strapped to his body, every movement was very difficult.
Liu Suifeng shook his head continuously at the side, "Do not move your feet carelessly. You have to raise your arms higher. Do not stop when you are sheathing your saber."
When Xiao Chen started to practice, he discovered that there were a lot of rules and regulations. There were clearly eight simple movements, but he kept making mistakes.
The morning slowly went by like this. During this period, Liu Suifeng continuously gave pointers. Occasionally, he would demonstrate it himself. He did not show any signs of impatience, causing Xiao Chen to feel very touched.
"It is time to eat. Elder Brother Suifeng and Elder Brother Ye Chen." Xiao Meng's sweet voice came from the dueling grounds. Shao Yang and Xiao Meng were carrying food in their hands as they slowly walked over.
When Liu Suifeng saw this, he smiled faintly, "Let's stop here for the morning. Don't listen to my Sis. Back then, I spent two years practicing the Basic Saber Techniques to the Small Perfection. It is impossible to grasp it in one day."
Xiao Chen wiped the sweat off his forehead and nodded to indicate that he understood. The eight moves of the saber were the foundation of all saber techniques in the world. As the saying goes, no matter how it changed, it would not deviate from the original.
Since the Heavenly Saber Pavilion stipulated that one had to learn it to the Small Perfection, there would naturally be a reason for it. Xiao Chen was able to understand this point.
Xiao Meng personally made lunch. First, she took out two bowls of porridge and placed them in front of Xiao Chen and Liu Suifeng. Afraid that Xiao Chen would not understand, she said, "This is the rule set by Elder Sister Ruyue. After a large amount of exercise, you have to drink a bowl of porridge first. It will nourish your stomach before you can eat the main course."
When Xiao Chen heard this, he smiled faintly. He thought to himself, This girl is quite meticulous. According to the diet of Earth, there is such a saying.
"Pu Tong!"
Just at this moment, Bai suddenly leaped out of the Spirit Blood Jade on Xiao Chen's chest. After it came out, it looked at Xiao Meng with its large, watery eyes.
"What a cute little fox," Xiao Meng revealed a pleasantly surprised smile.
Liu Suifeng glanced at the red jade pendant on Xiao Chen's chest and revealed a strange expression. He said, "Is this the Spirit Blood Jade?"
Xiao Chen nodded. He had not let the little fellow out for the past few days. Earlier, when Bai smelled the food, it strongly requested to come out.
After Xiao Chen interacted with the people here, he found them to be kind hearted. So Xiao Chen did not stop it.
"Is there any more porridge? This little fellow is hungry, "Xiao Chen said as he looked at Xiao Meng.
Xiao Meng smiled and nodded. She took out a small bowl and filled it with porridge before handing it to Bai. Bai revealed a cute smile on its face. It rubbed its head happily against Xiao Meng, causing her to laugh gently.
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