Chapter 125 The Sign of Rebirth Appears! A Red Mole Between the Eyebrows
Li Xian took the longsword, flicked his wrist, and performed a sword flourish. The sword hummed, its movements elegant and graceful.
Lady Wen's bright eyes sparkled, and a white snake flew out from her sleeve. Upon closer inspection, she realized it was a slender, soft longsword.
I've long looked forward to the combination of sword techniques.
The Yin-Yang Immortal Couple Sword Technique is divided into the Yin Chapter and the Yang Chapter. Neither chapter is considered a superior sword technique when taken individually.
However, if the swordsmanship is combined and the complete sword manual is obtained, it will be even more powerful than ordinary superior sword techniques. When the swordsmanship is combined, the yin and yang energies intertwine, invisibly nourishing the sword master.
It strengthens the body and mind, prolongs life, dispels inner demons, and heals injuries... its effects and benefits are astonishing.
Lady Wen mastered this sword technique. She frequently studied the sword manual, hoping to combine the techniques of the Hebi Sword Technique into one…
He instructed himself to cultivate alone, thus enjoying all these wondrous aspects by himself.
However, superior sword techniques are obscure and complex. Many of their principles encompass the vastness of the universe and the pleasures of men and women—principles that Lady Wen cannot comprehend.
At this moment, the two swords clashed for the first time.
Madam Wen felt a tremor in her heart, and that feeling from last time intensified. "This boy is worth cultivating, but if he were to truly unite with me, I'm afraid he's not qualified. But... it's rare that he can learn this sword technique, so I'll bear with it for now. After all... his appearance isn't bad either."
He then launched a second attack.
"Madam, behold my sword!" Li Xian was overjoyed, casting aside the constraints of her status, and unleashed her swordsmanship to her heart's content.
At this moment, a sword thrusts out, using the "Tiger Falls to the Plains" style. The name of this move has a story behind it. Legend has it that among the Yin-Yang Immortal Couple, the Yang Sword Master was originally a great talent in the world, but after being injured, he lost all his martial arts skills.
The Yin Sword Master, however, did not offer any comfort and sought him out for sword duels every day. He defeated him time and time again. Filled with resentment, the Yang Sword Master created the move "Tiger Falling to the Plains".
Therefore, this move is a technique where the weak fight against the strong. The sword strike is angled downwards, like a wounded tiger pouncing with all its might.
However, after being modified, it became a flirtatious sword move for the two to reminisce about the past.
Li Xian and Madam Wen were not Yin-Yang Sword Masters. However, their current situations were quite similar. Madam Wen naturally used the "Tiger Tail Grab" technique.
When Lady Wen was practicing the "Yin Chapter Sword," she found it extremely perplexing. This "Tiger Tail Grabbing Stance" seemed abrupt and without reason, completely unlike any Yin Sword move. She could never grasp the essence of the sword technique.
The two swords clashed at that moment.
She moved with ease, using her sword to guide the attack as if she were catching a ferocious tiger with her bare hands. With the sword swung to the left, Li Xian, being less skilled, could only turn to the left.
Like a tiger fallen into a plain, being grabbed by the tail and swung around. In her dazed state of mind, Madam Wen felt even more attuned to the master of the Yin Chapter Sword.
Only then did I realize that the essence of this sword lies not in killing enemies, but in playing with it.
She smiled gently, a playful thought suddenly arising in her mind. She swung the sword left and right, like an older sister teasing a mischievous child.
Madam Wen stood still, and with just one sword strike, she made Li Xian dodge left and right at times.
[With swords combined and minds in harmony, proficiency +268]
A heartless person cannot wield a sword of passion.
A person with deepest feelings cannot wield the sword of ruthlessness.
The Yin-Yang Sword Couple lived in a bygone era, and their life stories are unknown. However, their swordsmanship offers some clues…
Lady Wen unconsciously became immersed in the swordplay, her thoughts constantly shifting. Although neither of them harbored true feelings, their swordplay was imbued with emotion. The tender sentiment within the swordplay captivated the viewer's attention.
Since entering the martial world, she has had countless suitors; the title "Lady Broken Sword" is both a beautiful and a fearsome one. Yet, she has never fallen in love with anyone.
She may be reborn, her body transformed, but she remains the same person. She cultivates her mind with purity, yet desires still linger. At this moment, her swordsmanship, tinged with emotion, evokes a different kind of feeling.
She was completely unaware of what was happening; she only felt a strange sensation, but she was enjoying it nonetheless.
As the sword's momentum slowed, Madam Wen followed the natural course and unleashed a move called "Swearing to Heaven." After this move, she felt as if all her internal energy had been drained.
They have denied themselves the power they deserve.
Madam Wen was taken aback. Just then, Li Xian attacked with his sword. Even with her rich experience, she couldn't help but stumble slightly.
It turns out that the sword move "swearing to the heavens" was a move by which the master of the Yin Sword sealed his cultivation.
It was because the Yang Sword Master had repeatedly lost sword duels that he tricked the Yin Sword Master into swearing to the heavens that he would not use his cultivation or any other techniques, and that the two would simply compete with the most basic sword skills.
In actual combat, this would completely seal off the opponent's meridians and internal energy, resulting in immense destructive power.
[With the dual swords combined, swordsmanship has greatly improved, proficiency +259]
Although Li Xian was also affected by the sword's power and entangled by tender feelings of love, his mind was firm and he remained unmoved, knowing what he truly desired. As a poor man controlled by others, how could he dare to speak of love?
He also noticed that the lady's sword was moving slowly.
At this moment, he was focused on defeating the lady, a thought that coincided with that of the Yang Chapter Sword Master.
The sound of two swords clashing rang out from the courtyard.
With each clash of swords, the yang energy within Li Xian's body and the yin energy within Madam Wen's body converge along the sword's blade, nourishing both of them.
It's so comfortable, I can't even describe it.
"Trying to defeat me is a bit premature." Madam Wen's swordsmanship was so skilled that she had no reason to lose. At this moment, she smiled and drew her sword, aiming at Li Xian's weakness.
Li Xian's Sunset Blood Sword had just broken through to the [Minor Completion] stage.
However, the gap was too large, and after parrying a few more sword strikes, he was still defeated.
Madam Wen's brows relaxed and her red lips seemed about to speak. This time, Li Xian's swordsmanship had improved significantly, making the two swords' combined attack even more enjoyable and exhilarating than before.
"Tomorrow, I will go upstairs to refine pills."
"The affairs of the village are now in your hands."
"If you understand, then leave."
Madam Wen flicked her sleeve.
Li Xian got up and said, "Yes!" After taking a few steps, he asked, "Madam, I would like to ask in advance, how long does it take you to refine pills?"
Madam Wen said, "It might be the 30th; it's best not to discuss this further."
Li Xian said, "Then I congratulate you in advance, Madam, on successfully refining the precious elixir."
Madam Wen glanced at the sky and saw that it was already late at night. She felt a little dazed, so she sat cross-legged and regulated her breathing.
This swordsmanship is truly extraordinary; teaching it to her would be of great benefit.
As the dignified Lady Zhejian, she would not let her emotions be swayed by a mere sword technique. Once she detached herself from the swordplay, she would gradually withdraw from it.
But the feeling of closeness that arises spontaneously when they are joined together will linger involuntarily.
...
...
The next day.
The lady entered the alchemy tower and began her secluded alchemy practice.
Li Xian wielded great power, overseeing the affairs of the manor. Don't underestimate this power; he commanded over four hundred guards, more than a thousand servants, and over a dozen maids, cooks, and shop assistants.
If you include the tenant farmers and laborers outside the village, the total number of people would be over ten thousand, or even tens of thousands.
They were all at Li Xian's command.
[Proficiency +1]
[Proficiency +1]
Li Xian steadily cultivated his martial arts. Every two days, he would eat a bite of lean meat to cleanse his physical body of impurities.
The consumption of lean meat also follows a set pattern. The best results are achieved by avoiding overeating and consuming it with discipline. Taking one dose every two days will cleanse the fetus, leaving it crystal clear.
"Li Xian!"
This day.
Li Xian mounted his horse, intending to go out on patrol. On his return journey, he saw traces of the rebel army. He didn't know where they were headed; if they were heading towards Qingning County, it would be very bad.
He then decided to take advantage of the early hour to ride his horse and patrol a distant area.
Before leaving the village, Qiuyue stopped him.
"Miss Qiuyue, what brings you here?" Li Xian asked.
"You have no manners at all. You don't even dismount when you talk to people," Qiu Yue said arrogantly, her head held high.
Li Xian cupped his hands and said, "I am about to go on patrol and it is inconvenient for me to dismount. If Miss Qiuyue has nothing urgent, please wait for me to return and I will listen attentively." Seeing that Qiuyue's visit was ill-intentioned, he did not return her with a friendly expression.
Qiu Yue was furious. She stepped in front of the horse and said, "Wait!"
Li Xian gently stroked the horse's back and said, "If Miss Qiuyue has something to say, please speak freely."
Qiu Yue said, "Hmph, I'm here to tell you. You'd better not be so smug." Li Xian asked, "What am I smug about?"
Qiu Yue scoffed, "What are you pretending for? The Madam has given you the power to manage the alchemy. You were just a lowly servant who couldn't even afford to eat or bathe, but now you've become the Madam's right-hand man, and your words can affect the lives of thousands of people inside and outside the manor."
"Right now, you're probably feeling incredibly proud and elated, thinking you have absolute power and are very powerful."
Li Xian smiled, already knowing Qiu Yue's purpose, and found it utterly ridiculous. "So what?"
Qiu Yue retorted angrily, "Hmph, I'm telling you. Your achievements today are entirely due to Madam's infatuation with you. Once that infatuation wears off, you'll be no different from Pang Long. The most important person to Madam is me!"
Li Xian laughed and said, "Alright, it's you." He spurred the horse and held the reins. The horse leaped over Qiu Yue's head.
The splashed mud dirtied Qiuyue's dress.
"You!" Qiu Yue was furious, her face turning ashen with rage. She felt utterly humiliated.
But her martial arts skills were very weak, so what could she do? She could only watch as Li Xian walked away gracefully, completely disregarding her.
They left Zhuangzi.
Li Xianchi traveled more than ten miles just to see if there were any traces of the Yellow Dragon Army.
"Qiongtian Prefecture is located in the southern region and is much poorer than other prefectures and states. In recent years, Dawu has been plagued by unrest, and rebel armies have sprung up like bamboo shoots after a spring rain."
"But so far, we have never seen any troops actually reach Qingning County. Hopefully, this time will be the same."
Li Xian muttered to himself.
After traveling around without finding any trace of the rebel army, they were finally somewhat relieved.
When it was completely dark, he rode back to the village.
In this way...
Li Xian's life was peaceful and progressing. Although Qiu Yue disliked Li Xian, she dared not disobey. Firstly, she couldn't beat Li Xian. Secondly, the madam genuinely valued Li Xian. Qiu Yue was adept at reading people, so how could she not know?
That day...
The sky was clear and blue.
To govern the entire compound.
[Prenatal Washing Diagram]
[Proficiency: 69/81]
[Proficiency +1]
[Proficiency +1]
Li Xian opened the treasure box, cut off a small piece of meat, and swallowed it... A steady stream of essence flowed through his body.
Li Xian's breathing was long and even.
The thin, impure fetal matter was washed out of his body, and Li Xian was surrounded by pure energy, like an unparalleled immortal meditating in the mist.
Such a strange sight is enough to show that he is no ordinary person.
Suddenly, he felt a jolt in his heart... The pure energy around him transformed into a five-colored radiance, entangling his body.
This is... the body has been thoroughly cleansed, revealing its [rebirth state].
The transformations of martial artists are incredibly diverse, some good and some bad. Every time a martial artist manifests their true form, it's like a high-stakes gamble.
But this high-stakes gamble was unavoidable.
Li Xian took long breaths... Before long, all the strange phenomena disappeared.
A red mole appeared between his eyebrows.
His already handsome face became even more striking as his true form was revealed, while also gaining an added layer of mystery.
"What kind of face is this? Let's ask the lady when she comes out." Li Xian touched the red mole between his eyebrows.
Some Buddhist facial features from past lives also include a red mole between the eyebrows, symbolizing compassion and wisdom. However, unlike those, Li Xian's red mole is long and thin, and upon closer inspection, it has a faint golden tinge.
There's no sense of compassion or universal salvation. Instead, it makes the eyebrows and eyes appear imposing and unique.
If you look at yourself in the bronze mirror for a long time, you can even see a hint of something demonic or evil.
"How strange, how could someone as honest and upright as me have such a bizarre [transformation appearance]?" Li Xian rubbed his cheek.
(End of this chapter)
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