Elder Sword Maniac was slender and graceful, his plain robe fluttering in the wind, revealing his otherworldly and ethereal demeanor.
However, within this seemingly extraordinary temperament lies a subtle, unassailable majesty that inspires awe in those who behold it.
However, the pressure emanating from this old man was not as intense as a raging tide as one might imagine, but rather like a babbling brook. Though not turbulent, it possessed a profound and subtle power that quietly influenced everything around it.
The name of the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect is renowned far and wide.
Countless disciples held him in high esteem, regarding him as a guiding light on their spiritual path.
Many members of the sects discussed it privately, all firmly believing that Elder Sword Maniac would be able to successfully reach the coveted Yuan Dan realm within the next few years.
If successful, he will become a highly respected elder of the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect, holding an extremely prestigious position.
Moreover, he is very likely the first peerless expert in the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect in a hundred years to reach the Yuan Dan realm before even turning one hundred.
Such achievements are enough to leave a significant mark on the history of the Longyuan Sword Sect.
"Disciple Zhao Ziyi greets Master."
Upon seeing Elder Sword Maniac, Zhao Ziyi's eyes flashed with surprise and delight. She immediately knelt down and respectfully performed the grand ceremony.
At this moment, Zhao Ziyi was filled with joy and peace of mind.
In her view, she finally had a solid backer.
From then on, she no longer had to fear Fang Han, Qiao Qianshan, Qiao Yue, Ma Kun, Ma Rou, and others.
She secretly vowed to make them pay the price they deserved, and a flame of revenge quietly ignited in her heart.
"Ziyi, you've already broken through to the Foundation Establishment Realm? You've been in the sect for two months already?"
Elder Sword Maniac narrowed his eyes slightly, his divine sense moving as gently as a nimble wisp of silk.
In an instant, an invisible force enveloped Zhao Ziyi. She felt a gentle yet irresistible force supporting her, causing her to stand up involuntarily and no longer be able to kneel on the ground.
Elder Sword Maniac slowly turned his head, looking at Zhao Ziyi with a gentle yet profound gaze.
Those eyes seemed to contain boundless wisdom and compassion, and also a hint of expectation.
"Yes, Master." Zhao Ziyi replied respectfully, her voice clear and firm: "When I was in the Dragon Abyss Sword Mansion, I cultivated diligently day and night, daring not to slack off in the slightest. Every minute and every second, I secretly vowed in my heart that I must break through to the Foundation Establishment Realm as soon as possible, so that I could enter the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect, listen to your teachings, and study hard by your side."
"Good, you're very good."
Elder Sword Maniac stroked his white beard, a gratified smile spreading across his face. The smile was as warm and gentle as the spring sun. "At nearly a hundred years old, to have such a bright and diligent disciple as you is truly my blessing. I hope that you will surpass me in the future and become even more outstanding than your master."
Xiang Wantang and Xiaoyao Wang are both powerful cultivators at the Yuan Dan realm.
After entering the Yuan Dan realm, their appearance seemed to be exceptionally favored by time, making them look much younger, like middle-aged people in their prime.
Although Elder Sword Maniac is already old and has a youthful face, once he cultivates to the Yuan Dan realm, he will regain his youthful vitality, just like Xiang Wantang and the Carefree King.
"Come here, come to my side, let me see if your foundation in the Foundation Establishment stage is stable."
Elder Sword Maniac gently waved his hand.
Zhao Ziyi quickly stood up, walked briskly to Elder Jianchi's side, and sat down carefully, her eyes filled with anticipation and nervousness.
Elder Sword Maniac slowly reached out and gently took Zhao Ziyi's snow-white hand, placing it on her pulse point.
In an instant, a gentle and pure stream of true energy flowed from Elder Sword Maniac's fingertips, slowly flowing into Zhao Ziyi's body like a babbling brook, beginning to meticulously examine the condition within her body.
This method of examining the body's condition has unique advantages compared to examining it with divine sense.
While divine sense can perceive subtle details, it is easily affected by external interference and may have a certain impact on the person being examined; while true qi examination is more direct and accurate, and can truly perceive the flow of qi and blood in the body, the unobstructedness of the meridians, and the distribution of various forces, which is undoubtedly more reliable.
What's going on?
A hint of undisguised surprise flashed across Elder Sword Maniac's previously calm eyes, and he asked urgently, "You refined the Creation Pill I gave you?"
This Creation Pill was a gift carefully prepared by Elder Sword Maniac for Zhao Ziyi.
He originally planned to have Zhao Ziyi take it when her cultivation reached the mid-Foundation Establishment stage, her foundation was solid, and the time was right, so that she could break through to the peak of the Foundation Establishment stage in one fell swoop and lay a solid foundation for her future cultivation path.
However, at this moment, he keenly sensed a familiar power of the Creation Pill surging within Zhao Ziyi's body.
"Yes, Master."
Zhao Ziyi lowered her head and responded softly, her voice carrying a hint of helplessness and guilt.
"How could you waste the Creation Pill I gave you so easily?"
A hint of displeasure instantly appeared on Elder Sword Maniac's face. His brows furrowed tightly, and his eyes revealed a sense of reproach.
It should be noted that this Creation Pill is extremely precious even to Elder Sword Maniac.
Although he was proficient in alchemy, the medicinal materials needed to refine this Creation Pill were extremely rare, and the refining process was even more complicated and tedious. If he was not careful, all his previous efforts would be wasted.
Even with his alchemy skills, he could only refine one or two pills a year.
Each Creation Pill embodies his hard work and dedication. He originally intended to help Zhao Ziyi at a crucial moment, but he never expected that she would take it ahead of time.
“Master, of course I know that the Creation Pill is meant to be used when I break through to the peak of the Foundation Establishment Realm, but an accident happened and I have no choice but to use it.”
Seeing her master's displeasure, Zhao Ziyi quickly raised her head, her eyes filled with anxiety and grievance, and hurriedly explained, "During the time you were in seclusion, many things happened outside. First, the Dragon Abyss Sword Mansion encountered an unprecedented crisis, attacked by a medicine man named Fang Han."
"Fang Han is incredibly powerful and ruthless, causing chaos throughout the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect. I was forced to arrive at the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect ahead of schedule to inform my senior brother, Pei Yuan, about the matter. Upon hearing this, my senior brother immediately went to the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect to handle the situation. However, after he returned, he avoided seeing me."
"I thought he had killed Fang Han and that the matter was over. But unexpectedly, a few days ago, I stumbled upon Fang Han on Great Sword Peak. Moreover, his cultivation had become even stronger than before. I fought him and was easily defeated. In addition, several people related to Fang Han also entered the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect. One of them, named Ma Kun, was particularly ruthless. He took advantage of my momentary lapse in attention and cut off one of my fingers. I was in unbearable pain and worried that the missing finger would affect my future cultivation, so I had no choice but to take the Creation Pill to repair my severed finger."
This woman didn't mention to Elder Jianchi that she had poisoned Fang Han, nor did she mention that she had humiliated Qiao Qianshan. Instead, she made the first accusation!
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