Chapter 951 - 426: This Blade Amazes—Indescribable Wind, Entering Silkworm Dream Tower, Visiting Madam_3

Chapter 951: Chapter 426: This Blade Amazes—Indescribable Wind, Entering Silkworm Dream Tower, Visiting Madam_3

Zhou Qingqing looked at the platform and said, "Junior Brother Lu was wrong. ’Fishing for my sword’ is not martial arts, but a state of mind. The swordsmen of Golden Flood Dragon Island develop the habit of fishing because their location is remote and the sea has huge waves, making it difficult for ordinary ships to reach. Therefore, resources are scarce."

"Over time, some people used their sword as a fishing rod, with a strand of hair as the fishing line falling into the sea to fish. You must know that when a swordsman equips a sword, it must be able to sever a hair strand effortlessly. Hair this fine will break into two with just a slight touch. Using the sword as a fishing rod and the hair as a fishing line is indeed extremely difficult."

"But there are countless extraordinary people in the world, and no matter how difficult the task, someone will eventually accomplish it. Those with exceptional talent in the Dao of the Sword can tie the hair without breaking it, sitting by the sea to fish. Persisting in this, enduring the wind and sun, sitting by the shore. In theory, fishing for a lifetime might yield nothing. The hair strand is fine and without bait, even if the Fish Beast bites the hair, it’s hard to hook it and bring it to shore. But should fate ordain it, or by coincidence or otherwise, the moment a real fish is hooked, the understanding of the Dao of the Sword undergoes a groundbreaking transformation."

"It’s not fish being fished, but the heart that perceives the subtle changes in the sword. Even the most mundane Sword Technique becomes extraordinary. This is ’Fishing for my sword’."

Qiao Qing marveled, "Such being the case, there will be a good show to watch! Zhang Long’s Saber is unexpectedly formidable!"

Zhou Qingqing shook his head with a bitter smile. "A good show? I’m afraid not." Lu Qingguan asked, "Senior Sister, how do you view it? Who will win?"

Zhou Qingqing said, "A swordsman who masters ’Fishing for my sword’ is indeed rare. It’s no wonder he dares to set up a platform and seek challengers. But sometimes, it depends on who you’re up against. Although I’m not proficient in Sword Technique and can’t see the depth, the principles of Martial Arts are universal."

"In my opinion, Zhang Long’s Saber... is unlikely to withstand ten moves!"

Yao Yin’s eyes flashed and asked, "Is he that formidable?" Forgetting that Li Xian had just walked out of Willing Death Valley.

Zhang Long’s Saber crouched on the ground, legs spread apart, left hand supporting the ground, right hand holding the saber. The sword’s body was tilted against the earth. Suddenly he struck out fiercely, the first move rising from below like a soaring dragon.

The illusion of a dragon’s roar. Were it not for the contest, it might damage harmony; Zhang Long’s Saber almost struck with full force.

Yet, regardless of how formidable his saber’s power, unmatched in dominion, it couldn’t match Li Xian’s grace. As this strike came forth, Li Xian calmly wielded his saber, although the move was no different, through his hand it became uniquely spirited, carrying an indescribable feeling.

Everyone fell silent simultaneously, their eyes following the sword’s rotation as if time had slowed.

Seeing the Horizontal Saber lightly flicking, turning the unstoppable momentum of the great saber swift and nearly uncontrollable. Zhang Long’s Saber’s arm trembled, wrist in acute pain, striving desperately to stabilize the sword but too difficult now.

As Li Xian disrupted Zhang Long’s Saber Momentum momentarily, he pressed down sequentially. His clever transition transformed Zhang Long’s upward move into a "downward chop", though the sword was in Zhang Long’s hand, it was beyond his control.

Li Xian stepped on the sword’s body, the Horizontal Saber followed suit against the great sword, challenging upwards. At this point moving straight through the middle gate unobstructed. The sword edge brushed past Zhang Long’s Saber wielding arm, reaching the lower abdomen, then ascending, slicing across the chest, finally along the neck, the tip of the blade against Zhang Long’s chin.

Forcing him to lift his head.

The entire venue was silent. Zhang Long’s Saber was rigid and slightly trembling, already defeated. If Li Xian’s sword advanced by a fraction, Zhang Long’s Saber would be eviscerated, life perilous.

In the first contest, Li Xian struck too swiftly for others to discern. In the second contest, Li Xian’s "Dubhe Saber Technique" unleashed three moves, one flick, one press, one lift, effortlessly elegant and eminently natural. Astonishingly stunning!

This swordplay, more elegant than the legends, surpasses by several degrees. The sword-wielding poise remains in mind, calling for reminiscence. Zhou Qingqing continuously acclaimed, "Superb Sword Technique, superb Sword Technique! Witnessing such technique today, even if punished, it’s worthy."

Wei Qingfeng said, "It’s strange, strange indeed, I see no difference in this Sword Technique. Why then... why then... truly cannot explain it." Zhou Qingqing said, "Though I am the chief disciple, this thing too eludes explanation. If Master were here, it’d be wise to inquire."

Further hearing others discuss, "I’ve watched the platform contests for a while. If I’m not mistaken, the three moves just now were ’A solitary boat crosses the river’, ’Rock falls in astonishment’, ’Clarity rises while turbid descends’. That ’Solitary boat crosses the river’ is a Dubhe Saber Technique marginal move unusable till now. That ’Rock falls in astonishment’, ’Clarity rises while turbid descends’ are desultory saber momentum. Individually exquisite, but to connect smoothly in sequence is incredible!"

"Ah! Turns out ’Dubhe Saber Technique’s true form is thus. Clearly the same moves, but why is it different when used by Li Jinlong."

"I’ve fathomed it. Though ’Dubhe Saber Technique’ is subtle, there’s no legend of elegant grace. All due to Li Jinlong’s usage, unrelated to the technique itself."

"Having such a Jinlong is indeed Jade City’s fortune."

All Gold Appraisal Guards share in the honor, lavishly praising with words. For a moment, Li Xian’s renown rises anew, the name "Beautifully-maned, ugly-faced Li Xian" travels through streets and alleys!

Yao Yin listened to the chorus of praises, holding her chest high with pride, thinking, "Had I not the insight to recognize talent, how could he have today. Speaking of which, the Gold Appraisal Guard should reward me with money. But... his Sword Technique has nothing to do with me. Alas, I specialize in sword, not saber, otherwise I’d seek his guidance. He dares not refuse."

Yao Yin had a sudden idea, said to fellow disciples, "Follow me." heading towards the horse enclosure, hiding in the treetops. After a while, Li Xian achieved victory, ready to leave the platform, poised to ride away.