Chapter 503: The Purpose of Comprehending Sword Dao

"Your sword moves possess such power, implying a preliminary understanding of the Way of the Sword. To better comprehend and master it, you must first understand its essence."

"The so-called Way of the Sword is the profound truth contained within the sword itself."

"As for what that profound truth is, we'll discuss it later."

"Have you ever considered why your spiritual root is called a Sword Spiritual Root? If there's a Sword Spiritual Root, are there also Saber, Spear, or Staff Spiritual Roots? Or, to be more general, are there Weapon Spiritual Roots?"

Lu Yang shook his head. He had never truly considered that question. He just found that practicing with a sword came naturally to him, as if he had an innate affinity for it.

"The Sword Spiritual Root evolved from the Metal Spiritual Root. The Metal Spiritual Root's characteristics lie in controlling minerals and possessing extreme offensive power. The Sword Spiritual Root, on the other hand, discards the ability to control minerals and takes its offensive capabilities to the extreme."

"The Sword Spiritual Root doesn't mean you're naturally destined for the sword. Instead, it signifies your mastery of the most powerful offensive methods. The most powerful offensive method is through weapons, and among weapons, the sword is the best vessel."

"Only by using a sword can you fully unleash the potential of this spiritual root."

Lu Yang looked puzzled. "But when I cast spells, their power is almost the same as when I use a sword."

If the Sword Spiritual Root could maximize offensive power, then the Way of the Sword should be the most powerful path.

The Silent Daoist observed Lu Yang's confused expression and pondered for a moment. "This brings to mind an old saying."

"What old saying?"

"Genius defies explanation."

"Experience is accumulated wisdom from those who came before us, but they haven't seen everything. For instance, they've never seen someone like you."

"Moreover, to say the Sword Spiritual Root is the strongest isn't entirely accurate. Look at the Four Ancient Immortals—none of them used swords. If the Sword Spiritual Root were the strongest, how come no one achieved immortality with it?"

Lu Yang thought to himself that there might have been one who could have achieved immortality, but they perfected the 'man-and-sword-as-one' technique so well that they stifled themselves on the path to becoming an immortal.

The Immortal Fairy once called someone a "formidable opponent" during the Tribulation Transcending stage, which shows their strength.

The last person the Fairy called a formidable opponent was a peerless genius who had refined 'Decree Follows Word' into a passive ability.

And it wasn't true that no immortals used swords; the Qilin Immortal often used one. Lu Yang's Underworld Moon Sword was even reshaped from the Qilin Immortal's sword.

"To comprehend the Way of the Sword, you need a clear purpose. Little Yang, tell me, what is your purpose in comprehending the Way of the Sword?"

When asked this question, Lu Yang remained silent for a long time. Since he began cultivating, since he began using a sword, he had never considered his purpose.

He had simply drifted along, cultivating without a clear goal.

He slowly closed his eyes, as if immersed in a sea of memories, recalling events since he began cultivating:

Upon first entering the sect, he made many friends. Although they often played tricks on each other, it was merely friendly banter. When he encountered problems, he sought help from his senior brothers and sisters, who were always willing to lend a hand and answer questions. His Senior Sister taught him, helping him build a solid foundation. Although his Senior Sister was taciturn, Lu Yang could feel her care for him...

Lu Yang opened his eyes, looking directly into the Silent Daoist's, his gaze firm, and stated the answer in his heart.

"To comprehend the Way of the Sword is for protection!"

He wanted to protect all this beauty!

The Silent Daoist smacked Lu Yang on the head.

"Protection, my foot! Who needs your protection? Is it your master, or Little Yun?"

Lu Yang was speechless.

He realized the truth of it. Meng Jingzhou and the others were all peerless prodigies, and his senior brothers and sisters possessed unique skills, far stronger than himself. When he went out, it was his senior brothers and sisters who held the fort. As for his Senior Sister, there was no need to mention her.

And his master – his master's enemies were not opponents he could handle. So, no need for his protection there either?

"Always thinking about these unnecessary things! Everything I just said was for nothing. The sword is the most offensive weapon. The purpose of comprehending the Way of the Sword is naturally to pursue ultimate offense!"

Lu Yang nodded sheepishly, admitting he had overthought it.

"A sword cultivator must be pure. The purer your pursuit, the better your understanding of the Way of the Sword!"

"As the saying goes, 'One sword breaks all techniques,' which precisely hints at the method of comprehending the Way of the Sword!"

"Also, your 'Break' character technique—why is it the most powerful among all character techniques? Isn't it because 'Break' represents the very pursuit of the Way of the Sword!"

Lu Yang recalled his process of comprehending the Way of the Sword, and it was indeed true. When he had previously comprehended it, he hadn't thought about anything else; he was solely focused on how to become stronger through the Way of the Sword.

This had unexpectedly aligned with the most profound method of comprehension.

Though he called it unexpected, Lu Yang had somewhat anticipated it. This could be seen from the Immortal Fairy's reaction; when he was comprehending the Way of the Sword, she hadn't pointed out any errors or corrected his method, indicating that his approach was correct.

What Lu Yang didn't know was that while he was diligently listening to the lesson, the Immortal Fairy was also diligently listening in the spiritual space, nodding frequently and gaining a great deal.

"So that's what the Way of the Sword is all about," the Immortal Fairy suddenly realized. In ancient times, sword cultivators were extremely rare; other than the Zither Sword Venerable, she hadn't encountered any others.

The Immortal Fairy felt fortunate to have her "cheat code." Since her resurrection, she had been resting and doing nothing. Following her "cheat code," she could witness various interesting events in the current cultivation world. Not only could her "cheat code" help her with tasks, but more importantly, when he gained opportunities, she also gained opportunities.

It was a win-win situation.

With his master's guidance, Lu Yang's mind was opened. His past cultivation felt as if it had been shrouded in a veil, but today, the Silent Daoist had pulled it away, and his mind suddenly became clear.

He sat cross-legged and began to attempt comprehending the Way of the Sword according to the Silent Daoist's instructions.

"Pursuing ultimate offense..."

The Silent Daoist sensed the fluctuation of sword intent emanating from Lu Yang as he meditated and nodded slightly. His young disciple's comprehension of the Way of the Sword was truly astonishing.

Since that was the case, he should also leave.

He had merely been passing by the sect to visit his home. His path of cultivation lay in the outside world, in the mortal realm. Since he had already imparted the most essential part of the Way of the Sword to Lu Yang, his journey was complete.

He swept his horsetail whisk and walked out of the sect.

The moment he stepped out, he saw countless betrothal parties blocking the mountain gate. When the betrothal parties saw the Silent Daoist, strange and excited smiles appeared on their faces.

"The intelligence was correct! This scoundrel really did return to the Way-Seeking Sect!"

"Silent Old Scoundrel, you finally came out!"

The Silent Daoist's hair stood on end, and then countless attacks rained down on him.

"Bodhi Alms-Seeking Palm!" A giant emerald palm descended from the sky, larger than a mountain, its weight immeasurable.

"Demonic Body Dissolution Art!" A cultivator was enveloped in black mist, their aura surging, filled with battle intent.

"One Hundred Martial Arts Disintegration!"

"Creation of Heaven and Earth Array!"

"Thunderbolt!"

Boom—Boom—Boom—

Various blinding attacks continuously struck, shaking the earth and causing space to tremble.

The Silent Daoist quietly retreated back into the sect.

His journey outside to cultivate wasn't urgent after all.

The second update will be at eleven o'clock.