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Guo Manman, feeling increasingly frustrated after a prolonged battle, had significantly improved her skills and even learned the deadly moves specifically designed to counter the Azure Dragon Thirteen Swords. Yet, she still couldn't manage to defeat Xu Feng, who appeared to have plenty of energy left.
With her earlier bravado now fading, Guo Manman hesitated to launch another barrage of Martial Talismans in front of the crowd. In a moment of confusion and distraction, the situation quickly turned against her.
Xu Feng skillfully maneuvered, drawing Guo Manman closer to the edge of the arena. Finally, as she repeatedly used her Breaking Dragon Style, he seized the opportunity to unleash a flurry of attacks that forced her out of the ring.
Unaware that she had been knocked out of bounds and lost the match, Guo Manman still held her sword ready for another round. However, she noticed the surrounding crowd was eerily silent, their eyes wide in disbelief as they looked at Xu Feng.
In that moment, she realized that she had once again lost to this disciple named Xu Feng. The defeat was not humiliating; she had simply been pushed out of the ring rather than being struck down and rendered unable to fight.
But a loss was still a loss.
Xu Feng did not wish to make an enemy of her and cupped his fists in salute, saying, "Thank you for your guidance."
Guo Manman's face flushed with embarrassment and anger as she struggled to respond. Her four followers recognized the gravity of the situation and hurriedly escorted her away from the Trial Ground to avoid further humiliation.
Halfway through their departure, Guo Manman glanced back at Xu Feng, wanting to say something but ultimately choosing to walk away coldly.
Seeing Guo Manman's displeasure, Xu Feng understood that a rivalry had been established. Fortunately, he knew he could still hold his own against those at the Qi Refining Third Layer without relying on Archery Skills. As long as no one from above intervened, he had no fear of facing fellow disciples from Liuyun Hall.
Xu Feng refrained from seeking out Xufeng, knowing it was not yet the right time. He didn't want to drag anyone else into trouble while he was still trying to secure his own position. Earlier, he had noticed Xufeng with Guo Manman's followers and could guess some underlying tensions.
The older disciples who followed Guo Manman were not necessarily weaker than her; their reasons for aligning with her were clear enough.
As other disciples saw that Xu Feng was unharmed and leaving unscathed, they were secretly astonished. A few who had previously mocked him slapped themselves in disbelief.
"Xu Feng really defeated Guo Manman? Is it true?"
"Hmph, what's so surprising? I could tell Xu Feng was extraordinary from the start."
"Exactly! Anyone who made it through the selection process with Five Spiritual Roots is undoubtedly a rare talent!"
"Senior Xu, I love you!"
Praise poured in from all sides. The new disciples assessed their own abilities and concluded that if they faced Guo Manman one-on-one, they would likely lose more often than win. Facing Xu Feng would surely result in a complete defeat.
The older disciples also felt uncertain; at most, they were at Qi Refining Third Layer. Their only advantage lay in their proficiency with swords and practical experience. Now witnessing Xu Feng's decisive strikes and calm demeanor made it clear he was far from an inexperienced novice.
Liuyun Hall is one of the outer three halls of the New Moon Sect. Once a disciple breaks through to the fourth level, they will transfer to the intermediate Flying Star Hall for further training, and upon breaking through to the seventh level, they will advance to the Senior Disciple's Cold Moon Hall.
As for those who wish to enter the Outer Sect, they must at least reach Refining Qi Level Ten.
After this battle, Xu Feng has unwittingly gained the title of the strongest disciple in Liuyun Hall.
Returning early to his residence, Xu Feng immediately immersed himself in cultivation.
He reflected on the scene of the Great War with Guo Manman. This time, Guo Manman had suddenly improved her strength and possessed sword techniques specifically designed to counter the Azure Dragon Thirteen Swords. This battle was clearly well-prepared; had it been the previous Xu Feng, even with double the power boost, he would have faced dire consequences. Fortunately, he had upgraded his Golden Element Power level the night before, allowing him to achieve victory against the odds.
The Azure Dragon Thirteen Swords he learned that morning was essentially a handle for Guo Manman. She had already practiced her counterattack routine and was just waiting for him to fall into her trap. If Xu Feng hadn't temporarily switched to a counterfeit Spirit Serpent Sword and incorporated other movement techniques, he would have suffered a significant loss in swordplay.
In terms of power application, Xu Feng matched Guo Manman's strength control within his body, maintaining parity with her. This way, he neither fell behind nor exposed himself too easily.
Xu Feng completed the entire set of Azure Dragon Thirteen Swords in one morning using a teaching method that emphasized first presenting the whole set before breaking it down step by step. The advantage of this approach is that disciples with higher innate talent can improve their strength more quickly; however, the downside is that some may grasp it superficially without truly understanding it.
Relying on his proficiency in Mo's Blade Technique, Xu Feng learned quickly by transforming his blade techniques into sword techniques. However, mastering all thirteen swords in one morning was impossible; his first strike against Guo Manman was an impromptu insight. Unfortunately, it was easily countered by Guo Manman.
After struggling for an entire morning and only comprehending that one strike, Xu Feng was quite frustrated when Guo Manman effortlessly broke through it. However, he soon realized that Guo Manman could only execute that single "stroke" as well; she too had learned her sword technique on the fly and wasn't able to elevate her skills further.
After two hours of deep contemplation, Xu Feng finally grasped the second sword of Azure Dragon Thirteen Swords. He did not stop there; since Guo Manman could break his first strike, she would certainly be able to break his second as well. If she went back to review her lessons with a skilled teacher guiding her, she would improve much faster. Thus, Xu Feng felt compelled to refine his second strike further.
Understanding this point, Xu Feng continued to comprehend sword techniques. Now he no longer needed to wield his sword wildly; utilizing the mindset of "blade intent," he diligently practiced for nearly three hours and finally comprehended the third sword of Azure Dragon Thirteen Swords just before midnight.
Learning three swords in one go is something disciples from "greenhouse" backgrounds might take three months to achieve; Xu Feng doubted that Guo Manman could match his abnormal progress.
Having mastered the sword techniques, Xu Feng took out his last Gathering Spirit Pill and swallowed it. The effects of Gathering Spirit Pill were diminishing for him; keeping it would be of little use. After a brief period of adjustment, Xu Feng began practicing his Cultivation Method.
This time, Xu Feng focused on Hua Yu Jing left behind by He Tanshu. Now possessing one-star Archery Skills in Gold Fire and Earth elements—having used three for Jinxi's initial practice—he had mastered the other two elements overnight. With past experience under his belt, Xu Feng was confident he could cultivate spiritual power from Hua Yu Jing in a very short time and activate his one-star Water Element within his mind.
Hua Yu Jing is a Human Level Water Element Technique and is similar to several previous texts; it serves as a foundation-building Refining Qi Cultivation Method before reaching foundational levels. Among Human Level techniques, it is considered mid-grade. Inferior Techniques only have energy absorption functions while high-grade Cultivation Methods include some combat techniques.
In Xuan Continent, Cultivation Methods are divided into three levels: Earth Level and Human Level are further divided into upper, middle, and lower grades. Refining Qi Stage cultivators use Human Level Cultivation Methods; after establishing their foundation, they practice Earth-Level Cultivation Methods while higher-level Cultivation Methods can only be cultivated after reaching Divine Separation Stage.
Water Element Techniques are characterized by their gentle yet flexible power; they are among the most resilient Cultivation Methods within Five Elements Techniques. Hua Yu Jing consists of five layers; its first layer corresponds to two levels of Refining Qi and presents a difficulty similar to Jinxi's technique.
Xu Feng chose to cultivate this Water Element Technique with careful consideration. Since experiencing sudden agitation in his Golden Element Power yesterday and after battling Guo Manman, he finally clarified the elusive image in his mind.
That is: the Five Elements generate each other.
Yesterday, after mastering the Earth Element, Jinxi's spiritual power increased, which is actually the principle of the Five Elements generating each other: Earth generates Metal. Understanding this principle, under the sudden increase of Golden Element Power, when cultivating Water Element, according to the rule that Metal generates Water, the Water Element Technique will naturally progress smoothly, greatly reducing the difficulty of cultivation.
Hua Yu Jing and Xu Feng had already seen it after the battle at He Tanshu, so they were confident and began their cultivation directly from the first layer.
The night was cool as water. Xu Feng devoted himself to cultivating Hua Yu Jing, and a layer of mist slowly formed above his head, then gradually dispersed.
Indeed, under the influence of Golden Element Power, cultivating Water Element's Hua Yu Jing became much smoother. Xu Feng's meridians and skin, along with his state of mind, gradually became clear and translucent.
Finally, around dawn, a wave of coolness spread throughout his body, and he successfully completed the first layer of Hua Yu Jing as expected. At the same time, a mysterious space in his mind flashed with Ethereal Light, and the first star of Water Element Archery Skills lit up.
Water Element One Star!
The power of Water Element Spiritual Energy within him surged to Refining Qi Second Layer. The transformation effects of Water Element on his body also became evident. Even when using powers from other systems, Xu Feng found that his strength was more enduring and complete.
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