However, this was not the end. After the peach blossom, Lu Qingshan still had one more sword to practice.
Heart Sword.
He closed his eyes and focused. He could see that within his Primordial Spirit, there was a faintly discernible, egg-sized flame pulsating.
Amidst the scorching flame, there was a small, exquisite, and crystal-clear Embryonic Light Sword.
This was the Primordial Spirit Sword. It specialized in killing Primordial Spirits.
Lu Qingshan's mind was calm. Experience points poured out.
"Heart Sword — Embryonic Light Sword, upgraded to Second Refinement!"
.....
"Heart Sword — Embryonic Light Sword, upgraded to Ninth Refinement!"
Every time the Embryonic Light Sword was upgraded, it required 1,000,000 experience points.
To upgrade it from First Refinement to Ninth Refinement, Lu Qingshan had to spend 8,000,000 experience points.
The effect of the huge amount of experience points was obvious. The flame in his Primordial Spirit seemed to have been poured with oil, and suddenly jumped up.
The flame burned and enveloped the Embryonic Light Sword.
Lu Qingshan used his heart as a hammer and his Primordial Spirit as a furnace. He caused the small sword to continuously change shape and produce a clanging sound. It was as if someone was really using a hammer to refine the small sword.
Clang, clang, clang!
The clanging sound of metal was constantly heard. He focused and watched the rapid transformation of the Embryonic Light Sword.
The small sword burned fiercely in the flame. Then, a dazzling brilliance appeared on the Embryonic Light Sword.
This brilliance slowly condensed. Before long, it turned into a black ripple that was branded on the sword.
This meant that the Heart Sword had been refined once more.
Flames constantly rose and gathered toward the Embryonic Light Sword. It was constantly being refined, and the clanging sound was incessant.
Just like that, a black Daoist pattern would appear and be engraved on the Heart Sword every few minutes.
This was repeated eight times. Finally, the clanging sound stopped, and the flames were extinguished.
At this moment, Lu Qingshan looked inwardly into his Primordial Spirit. He could see that a perfect Heart Sword had taken form.
It was simple and natural, beautiful and sharp. Among the nine black Daoist patterns on the sword, there was a faint sense of the mortal world and tranquility. The Embryonic Light Sword was a sword that cut off worries.
At this point, Lu Qingshan's cultivation came to an end.
As for the remaining EXP, he wanted to use it to increase his cultivation.
The reason why he didn't ascend his cultivation base for the time being was because he had just broken through to the Void Refinement Realm.
If he were to break through to the mid-stage or even late-stage of the Void Refinement Realm in just a few days without even leaving the sect, it would be a little too exaggerated.
This would inevitably lead to all kinds of discussions, so he decided to hold back for now.
There was no need to rush the matter of cultivation for now.
…
In half a month's time, Lu Qingshan had completely consolidated what he had gained from his advancement.
At this time, Xia Daoyun finally returned to the mountain peak.
This time, Xia Daoyun had returned to the sect specifically for Lu Qingshan, because she had received news that Lu Qingshan had reached the Void Refinement Realm.
According to the traditions of the Sword Sect, once a disciple of the Sword Sect broke through to the Void Refinement realm, they could leave the main peak and establish a small peak as their own Dao Abode.
This was a very meaningful thing.
Just like the coming-of-age ceremony in his previous life, parents had to be present. Once a disciple left the main peak, the master would be like a parent, personally witnessing the scene.
As for Xia Daoyun, the only disciple she had was Lu Qingshan.
How could she miss the opening ceremony of her first disciple?
A streak of light flashed past the thousands of outer peaks of the Sword Sect, heading straight for Sword Cometh Peak.
It was Xia Daoyun.
Xia Daoyun was in a rather good mood because of Lu Qingshan's advancement in cultivation. Just as she landed on the plateau of Sword Cometh Peak and was about to enter her residence, her footsteps suddenly came to a halt.
"Eh?" A trace of bewilderment flashed across Xia Daoyun's eyes as she looked at the two wooden buildings by the lake.
If she remembered correctly, there should be three wooden buildings on the main peak … right?
.....
After learning that Xia Daoyun had returned, Lu Qingshan very consciously took the initiative to pay his respects.
"Master." After entering the building, Lu Qingshan saw Xia Daoyun.
The woman was seated on a high seat. She was dressed in a long green robe, and her appearance was peerless. She was as beautiful as the sun, and as beautiful as the moon.
Xia Daoyun silently looked at Lu Qingshan.
"I heard that you were ambushed by a level six cultivator from Hades?" Only when Lu Qingshan felt his scalp turn numb did Xia Daoyun finally open her mouth and ask in an indifferent voice.
"Yes, your disciple was careless." Lu Qingshan said in an ashamed manner.
"A level four cultivator can kill a level six cultivator?" Xia Daoyun blinked.
"I used six hundred years of my lifespan in exchange for three sword strikes. I was just lucky." Lu Qingshan said in self-mockery. "Fortunately, I am still young, and have a lot of lifespan left."
"Six hundred years of lifespan …" Xia Daoyun frowned slightly. After a moment of thought, she asked, "How many Intents did you use to condense your Dao Seed?"
"Four Intents." Lu Qingshan did not hide anything. "Karma, Nirvana, Destruction, and Immortality."
Xia Daoyun's clear and bright eyes immediately flashed with undisguised praise. "Formidable! No wonder the Heaven's Secrets Temple gave you the title of the most powerful of the four levels."
She scrutinized Lu Qingshan's appearance.
Before this, even though Lu Qingshan's performance was outstanding, in Xia Daoyun's eyes, that was all there was to it.
However, this time, Lu Qingshan had surpassed her Nascent Soul Realm cultivation. Even she had only broken through to the Void Refinement Realm with two Intents of Essence.
A strange feeling flashed through Xia Daoyun's mind, but she couldn't pinpoint exactly what it was.
"Since you've already condensed your Dao Seed, you can strive for nine flowers." Xia Daoyun gave a suggestion. "Reaching the Deity Transformation Realm with nine flowers is quite beneficial."
Of course, this was only a suggestion. Whether or not he listened was entirely up to Lu Qingshan.
A Void Refinement Realm cultivator could already be considered a major cultivator. There was no need for them to be taught by their parents stroke by stroke, like a child learning how to write. They should know what to choose.
"Your disciple thinks the same," Lu Qingshan replied. At the same time, he asked curiously, "Master, how many flowers did you reach the Deity Transformation Realm with?"
"Nine flowers." Xia Daoyun gave her disciple a glance, and calmly replied.
To her, if there were nine flowers, then there were nine flowers.
This answer was also within Lu Qingshan's expectations.
Xia Daoyun was the woman with the highest level of attainment in the path of the sword. It was only natural that she would reach the pinnacle of every cultivation level.
"Your disciple will follow your example, master." Lu Qingshan cupped his fists in reply.
Xia Daoyun nodded in satisfaction. Then, she rested her elbow on the table and looked at Lu Qingshan. She asked gently, "Is there something else you haven't told me?"
In this posture, Xia Daoyun's robe hung down, revealing a small portion of her fair wrist.
"Your disciple was just about to tell you, master." Lu Qingshan's heart skipped a beat. He swallowed, and then laughed awkwardly. "That day, His Highness Taiping summoned your disciple for a meeting with the Enlightened Heart Bodhi …"
Xia Daoyun's fine brows jumped. "Xia Daojing?"
Lu Qingshan nodded. However, he was a bit puzzled. Why did his master seem so surprised?
"Why did she look for you? Did she make things difficult for you? "
When his master asked this question, Lu Qingshan didn't think too much about it. He hurriedly replied, "I don't know why either. As for making things difficult for me … I originally thought that it would be a trap, but when this highness saw your disciple, she only exchanged a few words with me, and then had me withdraw."
Xia Daoyun's interest was immediately piqued. "Tell me the details."
Lu Qingshan immediately told her everything that had happened in the courtyard that day.
Of course, he tactfully concealed Xia Daojing's mockery towards Xia Daoyun.
It wasn't that he wanted to hide it, but rather that he was worried that his master would be displeased after hearing those words.
As a disciple, how could he displease his master?
Yes, it was like this.
"Heh …" A cold smile appeared at the corners of Xia Daoyun's lips. With a snort, she said, "One who is unaccountably solicitous is hiding evil intentions. She only lent you something as precious as the Bodhi Bracelet because she wanted me to think that you were colluding with her, so as to drive a wedge between you and your master."
"Master is truly wise!" Lu Qingshan put on a look of admiration. His heart still beating fast, he said, "I didn't expect this highness to be so treacherous. Fortunately, master was able to see through her scheme with a single glance.
Otherwise, it would have been one thing for this disciple to suffer an unjust injustice, but I would have angered master as well, affecting master's mood … "
Actually, he was very clear about Xia Daojing's goal and the twists and turns within.
He was only pretending to be ignorant in front of Xia Daoyun.
After all, if he were the one who said those words, even if they were reasonable, they wouldn't be that trustworthy.
However, if these words came from Xia Daoyun's mouth, then it would truly prove his innocence, and there wouldn't be a rift between him and Xia Daoyun …
"Who told you that I wasn't angry?" Lu Qingshan, who was inwardly praising himself, suddenly heard Xia Daoyun ask quietly.
Lu Qingshan, who was still secretly delighted, was immediately stunned. He saw that Xia Daoyun was staring straight at him, a dangerous look in her eyes.
Not everything in this world could be explained with reason. It was just like meeting a girl your girlfriend hated in private. Even if you didn't do anything and were completely innocent, there was no way your girlfriend wouldn't be angry.
However, the most contradictory thing was that even though this situation didn't seem reasonable, it was actually quite reasonable.
"This disciple was greedy and couldn't resist the temptation of the Enlightened Heart Bodhi." Lu Qingshan didn't hesitate at all. He stood straight and admitted his wrongs. "Please punish me, master."
First of all, he admitted his wrongs and expressed his attitude.
In this type of situation, attitude was more important than reason.
Then, he blamed his meeting with Xia Daojing entirely on the Enlightened Heart Bodhi, tactfully stating that he had nothing to do with Xia Daojing.
Only then did Xia Daoyun give Lu Qingshan a glare. "Isn't it just the Enlightened Heart Bodhi? If you had told your master, your master would have naturally gotten it for you. Why would you go to the trouble of meeting that woman? "
"This disciple was muddle-headed." Even though Lu Qingshan admitted his wrongs, he was inwardly extremely worried.
I know you're rich, but if I had to ask you for everything, then what kind of person would I be?
"She is a great cultivator at the eighth level, and her status is noble. If she wants to see you, it's hard for you to refuse.
However, if something like this happens again in the future, you can meet her, but you are not allowed to accept any benefits from her. "Xia Daoyun released another cold snort. She raised her head slightly, revealing the curve of her slender and fair neck. She said proudly," As my, Xia Daoyun's head disciple, is there anything I can't give? Is there anything I need her to give? "
Lu Qingshan became happy. "This disciple will definitely remember master's teachings."
He wasn't happy about Xia Daoyun's generosity, but rather because Xia Daoyun was scolding him. This meant that her anger had already subsided, and she didn't blame him.
"Have you decided on the location of the new peak?" Xia Daoyun changed the topic.
"This disciple has been consolidating his cultivation recently. I've only just begun to look for a suitable peak," Lu Qingshan replied.
"The Demons have been making a lot of movements in Heavenly Mountain recently, so I can't be away for too long. You should quickly decide on the location of the new peak.
Once your peak opening ceremony is over, I'll have to hurry back, "said Xia Daoyun gently.
Lu Qingshan's heart trembled slightly. "The Demons have been making a lot of movements in Heavenly Mountain?"
"They might be trying to stir up trouble again, and send their people into our territory." Xia Daoyun nodded. She casually mentioned it, but didn't delve any further.
Lu Qingshan, however, kept this information in mind.
"Then this disciple will take his leave first. I'll go look for the location of the new peak." Lu Qingshan prepared to leave.
Xia Daoyun nodded. "Go about your business."
Lu Qingshan was just about to turn around and leave when Xia Daoyun suddenly recalled something. She called out to him.
"Oh, there's one more thing." She looked at her head disciple with a smile that didn't seem like a smile. "I just wanted to ask you why our Sword Cometh Peak is missing one of our wooden buildings …"
Lu Qingshan was instantly confused.
No wonder he felt that Xia Daoyun was a little surprised after he told her about his meeting with Xia Daojing.
So it wasn't a misconception, because Xia Daoyun didn't know about it at all.
Damn, he had confessed to it without being pressed …
.....
The Sword Sect had many mountain peaks scattered all over the place, with the main peak at the center.
With so many mountain peaks, and the fact that the Sword Sect had very few disciples, there were many empty mountains.
For the next few days, Lu Qingshan brought the Western Rat King on his sword, touring all the ownerless mountain peaks in the Sword Sect.
To be honest, most sword cultivators of the Sword Sect were very casual when it came to choosing their new peak. It was rare to see someone as serious as Lu Qingshan.
The reason why Lu Qingshan was so patient wasn't because he had any special intentions, but because he was used to it. In his original world, buying a house was one of the most important things people cared about.
Apart from a few big shots from "ordinary families", "casually earning money", or "penniless", who didn't look at seven or eight houses before choosing the best one?
This kind of thinking was already deeply ingrained in his bones. Now, he was just looking at the mountains instead of looking at the houses.
The Sword Sect was a blessed land with abundant spiritual energy. Comparatively speaking, the mountains here were also exceptionally beautiful, in line with Lu Qingshan's sense of beauty.
Every single one of them could have become a tourist attraction in his previous world.
That was why after looking at all of the mountain peaks, Lu Qingshan couldn't quite make up his mind.
Since he couldn't tell which one was better, he could only start with feng shui.
He had to pick one with good feng shui.
Lu Qingshan came to a decision.
"Which mountain peak do you like?" Lu Qingshan brought out the Western Rat King.
"Why are you letting me choose?" The Western Rat King was caught off guard, and was still a bit confused.
"Once the new peak is chosen, it will also be your place of cultivation, so I naturally have to consider your opinion," Lu Qingshan said righteously.
In fact, it was because he didn't understand the so-called feng shui, which was the domain of spirit cultivation.
In this case, he could only take a step back and let the Western Rat King choose the location of the mountain — — The little rat demon's luck had always been extremely good, so the feng shui of the mountain he picked would not be bad.
Not knowing that he had become a tool of the rat-shaped feng shui compass, he was quite moved by Lu Qingshan's respect. He shook his little head, thinking very seriously.
After a long time, the little rat demon probed, "Why don't we choose the first mountain peak?"
Lu Qingshan's heart moved, and he flew up on his sword.
Half an hour later, Lu Qingshan arrived at the mountain peak mentioned by the Western Rat King.
This was a very beautiful mountain peak, covered with green trees, lush greenery, and when the wind blew, it could set off a huge green wave.
After carefully surveying the surroundings, Lu Qingshan suddenly understood why the Western Rat King liked this mountain peak.
— — In this mountain, there was no water flow.
And the little rat demon had always been very afraid of water.
Lu Qingshan was somewhat speechless, but he still decided on the location, and then quickly went to the foreign affairs peak to complete the procedures and register.
Next was the ceremony to open the peak.
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