"It's about to begin..."
Seated in a tall building in the distance, a few elders stared at the duel.
One of them was Principal Xie Bi, who had nearly spurted blood due to Zhang Xuan's infuriation. The others were the most esteemed elders in the academy.
Even though the duel between Mu Xueqing and Zhang Shi's students was a matter between the students, the implications were simply too great that even they were alarmed.
"If Mu Xueqing were to emerge victorious this time around, our academy's reputation might soar!"
An elder stroked his beard and said.
"Indeed. Zhang Shi is Mingshi Tang of the capital, the most dazzling star in the past thousand years. His students even have a Trust Level of 85 in him, an unprecedented feat! If that lass Xueqing wins, the overall standards of our academy will be praised by countless people, and it will bring about a huge uproar! "
Another elder nodded in agreement.
"If Mu Xueqing wins, it will cause a huge uproar. But have you ever considered the possibility of Mu Xueqing losing?"
"Actually, regardless of whether she wins or loses, it will be a win-win situation for our academy!" The second elder said with a smile.
"Why?" The one who asked the question earlier was perplexed.
"Simple. Liu laoshi is just an ordinary teacher in the academy whereas Zhang Shi is an incredible 2-star master teacher. Even if Mu Xueqing loses to him, there's nothing to be ashamed of. However, if she wins, the benefits will be immense."
The second elder said with a smile.
"Elder Luo is right. Regardless of whether she wins or loses, it will be a good thing for our academy! That's why I didn't stop their private duel! "
Principal Xie Bi waved his hands grandly, and a grim expression suddenly appeared on his face. "Look, it has already begun!"
Everyone turned their gazes over, and as expected, the duel between the two ladies had already begun.
"The momentum behind Xueqing's move is really good. Sweeping her saber across the sky, she immediately exerts her momentum. As expected of someone from a prestigious clan, her grasp of battle techniques has already reached an extremely profound level!"
The elders were all experts among experts, and they could tell the flaws in the moves of the two ladies with a single look. They began commenting on it.
"This move is indeed not bad. Let's see how the other party deals with it..."
The other elder nodded as well. Before he could finish his words, he slapped his thigh and his eyes lit up. "Amazing, amazing! This student named Zhao Ya is truly a genius. With a diagonal thrust of her sword, not only did she neutralize the saber's aura, she even carried the intent to tear through the air, turning defense into offense. "
"To be able to break through the situation in one move, I have only seen such decisive methods and temperament from Elder Wu!"
"Her reaction is fast, but Xueqing isn't any slower either. Look, she's counterattacking as well, and her slash with her saber is just right as well. If she's a little bit more, it would seem like she's using too much strength, and if she's a little bit less, it's not enough! I've seen her use her saber technique before, but when did it become so powerful? I'm afraid that he isn't any weaker than Elder Bai! "
"Compete with Elder Bai? Are you kidding me? "
School Head Xie Bi shook his head. "Elder Bai has immersed himself in saber arts for more than thirty years, and he is only half a step away from comprehending Saber Intent. He is the best saber user in our academy! How old was this Mu Xueqing? Even if you have a good understanding of the saber, you are still far away from Saber Intent! "
"That's true... Saber Intent is something that only those who have reached the pinnacle of the saber can comprehend. In our Tianwu Royal City, only Frenzied Saber Guo Da has reached such a level. Even Elder Bai is slightly lacking. "
"Indeed..."
School Head Xie Bi nodded. "Weapon Intent isn't that easy to comprehend! It's impossible to comprehend it without spending several decades on it. Even though Mu Xueqing has a deep understanding of the saber, she still needs many years of accumulation before she can truly comprehend Saber Intent... The heck! "
Before he could finish his words, School Head Xie Bi seemed to have seen something unbelievable, and he immediately cursed.
Seeing School Head Xie Bi lose his composure, the other school heads also turned their gazes over. With a single glance, their eyes narrowed, and their bodies trembled violently.
"This... This... How is this possible?"
On the stage, Mu Xueqing's silky black hair was fluttering in the wind, and her long dress was fluttering in the wind. She looked like a fairy walking on the waves!
Above the saber in her hand, a pure white saber qi slithered in and out of the saber. As if a long snake, it slithered in all directions, leaving one with an impression of savagery.
"Saber gleam sweeping across the sky, and an aura as swift as lightning. This is... Saber Intent!"
School Head Xie Bi felt his throat go dry.
He had just said that it would be impossible for the other party to comprehend Saber Intent without many years of hard work. Yet, upon seeing such a sight, he couldn't help but feel astonished.
Even Elder Bai, who had immersed himself in the world of saber arts for several decades, was unable to do so. Yet, a young lady in her teens actually managed to do it... How could this be possible?
"It's Liu laoshi, it must be him!"
An elder couldn't help but exclaim, "I've known that lass Xueqing since she was young, and I know her very well. She even displayed her saber art before me a while ago, and it was a far cry from Saber Intent. To comprehend Saber Intent in such a short period of time, I can't think of any other reason! "
"I heard that Liu Cheng laoshi imparted a saber art to her two days ago. Could it be that this saber art allowed her to comprehend Saber Intent?"
An elder who had been to Liu laoshi's lecture previously said.
"To comprehend Saber Intent in just three days... How did Liu laoshi do it?"
"Regardless of how he did it, it's undeniable that his teaching standards have reached an astounding level. That young lady is probably going to lose!"
"Indeed. Facing an expert who has comprehended Saber Intent, there's only one thing that can stand against him, and that is comprehending Sword Intent... I've seen her swordsmanship just now!" School Head Xie Bi shook his head. "Even though she isn't weak, she's still a long way off from comprehending Sword Intent. Her loss is inevitable..."
"Cough cough, School Head, that might not be the case. Look..."
Before School Head Xie could finish his words, an elder interrupted him.
"What's wrong?" Frowning, School Head Xie asked doubtfully.
"That... Even though Zhao Ya didn't raise her sword, there is a light buzz on the blade, and a white glow is flowing around it. Why does it look like... Sword Intent?" The elder asked.
"Sword Intent?"
Everyone turned their gazes over.
Previously, Zhao Ya's back was facing them, and she didn't raise her sword. Furthermore, she was shocked by Mu Xueqing as well, so she didn't pay much attention to it. However, upon closer inspection, she immediately noticed that something was amiss.
The sword in the young lady's hand was buzzing, and a white glow was flowing around the blade, reminiscent of ripples on water.
"Flowing ripples, golden phoenix cries! It's really... Sword Intent! "
Upon seeing this sight, everyone was certain.
Zhao Ya... had actually comprehended Sword Intent as well!
Two teenage girls, one had comprehended Saber Intent while the other had comprehended Sword Intent...
Is there still justice in this world?
The heck!
Can anyone tell me what in the world is going on?
To comprehend Saber Intent and Sword Intent in three days...
If someone else were to say such words to them, they would surely spit on their faces. Seeing it with their own eyes, they felt as though their world was about to collapse, and their hearts were about to explode.
"..."
School Head Xie Bi burst into tears.
A moment after saying that it was impossible for Mu Xueqing to comprehend Saber Intent, the other party displayed it. A moment after saying that Zhao Ya would lose, the other party displayed Sword Intent as well...
Are the two of you here to slap my face today?
It was one thing for you to slap my face...
Saber Intent, Sword Intent... How could it be so easy to comprehend them? Furthermore, it was done by two teenage girls... Are you for real!
In an instant, all of the elders in the room were dumbfounded. None of them could say a word.
… …
Tianwu Academy, the residence of the elders.
Wuwuwuwu!
An old man wielding a saber danced in the courtyard, and the gale from his saber was reminiscent of a massive wave. With just a single glance, one would find themselves trapped within.
Hu!
The saber came to a halt, and the old man sheathed his saber.
A young man hurriedly passed a towel over and said respectfully, "Teacher's saber art is getting more and more proficient. I'm afraid that he isn't too far away from comprehending true Saber Intent!"
"Sigh!"
The old man shook his head. Melancholy reflected in his eyes. "Even though I have been able to reach that level recently, as long as I am unable to comprehend it, I am still at the end of the world!"
He was the Elder Bai whom Principal Xie and the others spoke of.
He had been immersed in the world of saber art for several decades, but he was still unable to break through the door.
Weapon Intent might sound simple, but in reality, it was extremely difficult. Even if he was just a step away, he might not be able to reach it in his entire life.
"I believe that teacher is just lacking a fortuitous encounter. Once the fortuitous encounter arrives, he will surely succeed!" The young man also understood this logic, so he consoled.
"Indeed, I'm just lacking a fortuitous encounter. However, where can I find one?"
Elder Bai smiled bitterly. "If there was an elder who had comprehended Saber Intent, I would immediately acknowledge him as my teacher. As long as I can observe this intent every day, I can guarantee that I will be able to achieve a breakthrough in less than a month! However... there is no one in Tianwu Royal City who has comprehended Saber Intent. This is just wishful thinking! "
Saber Intent wasn't something that could be conveyed through words. If an elder who had comprehended Saber Intent were to demonstrate his saber art before him, he would be able to comprehend it swiftly and take the final step.
However, those who had comprehended Saber Intent were all famous existences. Who would be willing to be his teacher and practice his saber art for him every day?
"Teacher, there's no need to worry..." Just as the young man was about to console him, his teacher's eyes suddenly widened and his breathing hastened.
Dang lang!
The saber in his hand fell to the ground, but he didn't even notice it.
"Teacher..."
This was the first time his teacher had lost his composure, and the young man couldn't help but ask.
"It's Saber Intent. An elder is displaying Saber Intent in the academy!"
Ignoring the other party's question, Elder Bai's face paled, and his lips quivered in agitation.
"Saber Intent?" The young man was bewildered.
He was still too far away from that state. Even if Saber Intent were to appear, he wouldn't be able to comprehend it.
"Quick, bring me my robe and bring me over. I want to acknowledge that elder who has comprehended Saber Intent as my teacher..."
Unable to hold himself back any longer, Elder Bai turned around and bellowed.
He had been wearing a training robe when he was training previously, and it didn't seem formal enough.
If he were to offend such an elder, he would be in deep trouble!
"Yes!"
The young man finally recovered from his shock and hurriedly brought his robe over.
Hurriedly putting it on, Elder Bai turned around and rushed in the direction of the Saber Intent.
… …
"To think that it would be Saber Intent and Sword Intent!"
Beneath the dueling ring, Zhao Wuxing and Liu Changyan's faces paled, and their bodies trembled in fear.
When Mu Xueqing executed her saber art previously, Zhao Wuxing already knew that he wasn't a match for her. Now that she had displayed her Saber Intent, he immediately understood that if the other party were to make a move on him, given his strength, he would definitely be killed in an instant.
Even though Mu Xueqing was formidable in the past, there was still a huge gap between them. Yet, in just a few days, she had already grown so powerful?
What kind of person was this Liu laoshi? In just a few days, he was able to bring such a huge change to his student?
"A clash between Saber Intent and Sword Intent..."
A shout pulled him back from his shock. Turning to the dueling ring, he saw two indescribably beautiful ladies clashing with one another once more.
Saber gleams filled the air while sword gleams whistled through the air.
The moment the saber and sword came into contact, a violent shockwave swept across the dueling ring as though a hurricane. Innumerable cracks of varying depths appeared on the rocky ground.
Possessing Weapon Intent, Zhang Xuan's zhenqi had become incomparably sharp. Ordinary cultivators wouldn't be able to withstand it at all, needless to say, rocky ground.
"Damn it!"
Mu Xueqing's face steeled.
After learning Liu laoshi's saber art and comprehending Saber Intent, she knew that her saber art had far surpassed that of others. Even Zhao Wuxing was able to defeat Liu laoshi easily.
She thought that the duel today would be an easy one, and she would be able to crush the other party easily.
Never in her dreams did she expect that while she had improved greatly... the other party had improved even more!
This Zhao Ya only knew some mediocre battle techniques in the past, but today, she was able to execute Sword Intent.
Furthermore, Sword Intent was infused with a chilling yin attribute. Even with the protection of Saber Intent, she was still unable to hold on any longer!
"Is this Zhang Shi... really that formidable?"
Three days ago, the other party only knew some low-tier battle techniques. Yet, three days later, he was already so powerful. She would never believe that he didn't have Zhang Shi's guidance.
Only that incredible genius whose name shook the entire thirteen countries and suppressed Mo Hong to the point where he couldn't even lift his head would possess such capability. In just a few short days, a person who didn't know any battle techniques would be able to display fighting prowess several times greater than his own.
"No matter how formidable Zhang Shi is, our Liu laoshi won't lose to you..."
Gritting her teeth tightly, a vicious glint flashed across her eyes.
Zhang Shi was formidable and powerful, but their Liu laoshi wasn't inferior to him in the slightest!
Not only did he allow her to comprehend Saber Intent easily, she also realized how fearsome Lu Chong was.
Three days ago, Lu Chong was only a Dingli realm primary stage cultivator, a far cry from her, a Pixue realm cultivator. He could easily crush a few of them to death.
When she went to take a look this morning, he actually possessed the strength of a Tongxuan realm primary stage cultivator!
In fact, even an ordinary Tongxuan realm intermediate stage cultivator might not be a match for him.
To allow an ordinary Dingli realm primary stage cultivator to advance two entire realms in such a short period of time... She was confident that no master teacher, not even Zhang Shi, would be a match for Liu laoshi's means!
"Liu laoshi's reputation mustn't be sullied. I must win today!"
Roaring furiously in his heart, the saber in his hand surged once more, and he hacked it down frenziedly on the lady before him.
While Mu Xueqing was persevering on, Zhao Ya was also starting to panic.
She had comprehended Sword Intent through the sword art that grandteacher had imparted to her personally, and she thought that she would be able to crush the other party easily. Yet, to think that the other party's improvement wasn't any weaker than hers.
"It's no wonder why she's so protective of him. It seems like Liu laoshi isn't simple at all!"
Previously, she thought that Miss Zhang was the strongest in the world.
Only upon seeing this did she realize that there were simply too many powerful people in the world.
At the very least, Liu laoshi was powerful as well.
"Even though she is formidable and has comprehended Saber Intent, it's a pity that... her physical constitution isn't comparable to mine!"
Exhaling deeply, Mu Xueqing's eyes gleamed sharply.
The other party's strength was incredible, and his moves were profound as well. However, in terms of physical constitution, he was simply too lacking!
She possessed the Pure Yin Body, and even though her cultivation realm was slightly lower, she was still able to challenge those who were stronger than her. Previously, she was limited by her battle technique, but now that she had comprehended Sword Intent, her Saber Intent was on par with the other party's. How could she possibly stand against him?
"Let's end this!"
Her eyebrows shot up, and her black hair fluttered in the wind. Driving her Pure Yin Body to its limits, she looked like an untainted fairy.
Even Mu Xueqing, who had always thought of herself as beautiful, couldn't help but feel ashamed of her appearance.
The Pure Yin Body could bring out the full potential of a female, and once it was activated, it would be flawless. It was the dream of all women.
Hu!
Driving her physical constitution to its limits, the sword gleam on her sword abruptly shot forth, and as though a soaring dragon, it flew straight toward Mu Xueqing.
The might of this attack was extremely powerful, and the saber gleam was immediately sliced into two. Without any hesitation, the saber gleam continued moving forward.
"Ah..."
In that instant, Mu Xueqing's face paled.
That was because... if the saber gleam were to strike her, not only would she be severely injured, Liu laoshi's reputation would be ruined as well.
However, even though the saber gleam had been sliced apart, the sword qi was already right before her. It was too late for her to change her move. There was no way she could dodge or escape. Thus, she could only close her eyes and wait for the sword qi to strike.
"Looks like Mu Xueqing is going to lose..."
"Indeed, there's nothing we can do about it. No one would be able to withstand that sword qi!"
"Even a Tongxuan realm primary stage expert would find it hard to withstand such a formidable attack, needless to say, a Pixue realm cultivator!"
Upon seeing this sight, everyone's heart shuddered, and a look of pity appeared on their faces.
These two ladies were both outstanding, but as long as they were to compete, one of them would surely lose. Just that, they didn't expect that the one to lose would be her...
… …
"What kind of show is this? Why must you drag me along to watch it? I still have matters to attend to, so I don't have the time to watch it with you! "
Walking out of the royal palace, Zhang Xuan was speechless upon seeing Princess Mo Yu's excited expression.
He still had to head to the Physician Guild to browse through books, return to the residence, and guide Zhao Ya and the others in their cultivation... He had many matters to attend to, so how could he possibly have the time to watch the show with her?
"Don't worry, we'll be arriving soon. You'll surely be delighted by this show..."
Mo Yu's eyebrows shot up, and she chuckled lightly.
The fellow before her had always been calm and composed before her, as though he didn't know anything at all. But in truth, he was able to resolve everything easily.
Right now, your two students are fighting intensely for your honor. Let's see how you deal with this!
"Are we heading to... Tianwu Academy?"
Seeing that the other party was unwilling to speak of it, Zhang Xuan knew that it was futile to ask. Thus, he glanced at the route they were taking and asked doubtfully.
The route they were heading toward was Tianwu Academy.
Didn't you say that you wanted to watch a show?
Why are you heading to the academy?
Perplexed, Zhang Xuan followed closely behind. However, as soon as he entered the academy, he realized that something was amiss.
"Why isn't there anyone here?"
It was noon, so the academy should be filled with people. Why wasn't there a single person to be seen?
"It has already begun... Let's hurry up!"
With a grim expression, Princess Mo Yu hurriedly walked toward the dueling ring.
Since everyone in the academy was nowhere to be seen, it could only mean one thing. They had all gone to watch the show!
Regardless of whether it was Zhang Shi or Guild Leader Liu Cheng, both of them were famous figures in the capital. A duel between their students would definitely attract the attention of the entire capital.
Seeing her hurrying forward, Zhang Xuan followed her in bewilderment. Soon, he saw countless people gathered beneath a dueling ring, and it was bustling with activity.
"Is someone sparring? It can't be that the principal is going to duel with someone, right? Otherwise, how could there be so many people gathered here? "
Blocked by the crowd, Zhang Xuan was unable to see what was going on. However, seeing so many people gathered here, Zhang Xuan guessed.
To be able to make so many students gather here, he really couldn't think of anyone else other than the Dean who had such great rallying power.
"It seems like Zhang shi's student is still slightly more formidable than his student!"
"You can't say that. Liu laoshi has only taught for four days, and to achieve such an effect, I think he is even more formidable!"
"This Zhao Ya is really beautiful. From today onward, she will be my goddess!"
"I didn't expect Mu Xueqing to be so formidable as well. Saber Intent... To be able to comprehend Saber Intent at such a young age, she is truly incredible..."
...
Walking up to the crowd, Zhang Xuan could already hear the commotion in the surroundings.
"Zhang Shi? Liu laoshi? Zhao Ya? Mu Xueqing? "
Stunned, Zhang Xuan felt as though a bolt of lightning had struck him. His eyes widened as he connected the dots, "It can't be that... the two of them are having a duel?"
On the same night that Zhao Ya was injured, Mu Xueqing was injured as well.
The both of them seemed to have been injured by someone, and they even agreed to continue the duel.
Initially, Zhang Xuan thought that it was unlikely for the both of them to meet. After all, it was impossible for two students of different identities to know one another.
Never in his dreams did he expect that not only would they meet, they would even fight!
Are you for real?
Zhang Xuan hurriedly turned to look at Mo Yu, only to see the latter looking at him gleefully, as though excited by his defeat.
Zhang Xuan's heart jolted. Ignoring the other party, he hurriedly dashed forward and found two suitable locations. As expected, he saw the two dueling on the dueling ring.
Who else could they be other than Zhao Ya and Mu Xueqing!
Wuuuu!
The moment Zhang Xuan recognized the duo, he saw Zhao Ya driving her Pure Yin Body, and her sword sliced through the other party's saber qi.
Mu Xueqing... was in grave danger!
"Stop!"
Hu!
Executing the Heaven's Path Movement Art, Zhang Xuan's silhouette flashed past the crowd and appeared on the dueling ring.
...
Thinking that she would surely lose this duel, Mu Xueqing closed her eyes and waited patiently. However, at that moment, the sound of a gust of wind blew, and a heavy figure appeared before her.
"Teacher..."
Mu Xueqing's eyes reddened, and she could no longer hold back her emotions.
(At the very least, it will be two chapters in total. The duel will continue in the day, which means that there will be at least four chapters today! Requesting for recommendation and monthly tickets!)
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