Time passed, and the sun gradually reached its zenith in the sky. Liu Ningshuang's lecture came to a halt.
The entire White Sun Peak was very quiet. The disciples were still immersed in the principles Liu Ningshuang had been discussing, lingering for a long time without fully returning to their senses.
Liu Ningshuang did not disturb them, simply looking calmly at the disciples on the platform with a cool gaze. It was only after a moment that a few disciples slowly came back to themselves, eyes filled with surprise and joy, as if they had gained a lot.
With disciples waking up one by one, Lu Yi also returned to his senses. He felt a bit excited, sensing that his understanding of cultivation basics had deepened significantly.
Seeing that everyone had regained their focus, Liu Ningshuang spoke again, "Today we will end the discussion on cultivation basics here. Junior brothers and sisters, go back and digest what you've learned. Next, I'll talk about the basics of Arts. Since all of you are in the Qi Cultivation Realm, today I will explain the most common Qi Cultivation Skill in the White Cloud Sect, the White Cloud Sword Technique."
Upon hearing this, the faces of those on the platform slightly changed. Many turned their heads to look in Lu Yi's direction. The guy in the Qi Cultivation Sixth Layer had already cultivated the White Cloud Sword Technique to the Regain Simplicity Realm!
Lu Yi, sitting near the edge of the platform, didn't attract much attention from the outer disciples, but even some inner disciples turned to look at him. This made Liu Ningshuang a bit puzzled, following their gazes.
Liu Ningshuang saw that the disciple everyone was looking at was a small cultivator in the Qi Cultivation Sixth Layer. Being at the Qi Cultivation Sixth Layer and allowed on the platform implied decent talent, but that was not the reason for so much attention.
Curious, Liu Ningshuang asked, "What's the matter?"
A pretty female disciple in the front spoke up, "Senior Sister Liu, this handsome Junior Brother Lu Yi has already cultivated the White Cloud Sword Technique to the Regain Simplicity Realm."
The disciples nearby: "..."
They were exasperated. Was the word "handsome" necessary?!
Upon hearing this, a hint of surprise appeared in Liu Ningshuang's usually cool eyes. She assessed Lu Yi. Indeed, he was quite handsome, but that wasn't the point. She praised him, "Being able to cultivate a basic Arts to the Regain Simplicity Realm at the Qi Cultivation Sixth Layer... Your talent is excellent."
Lu Yi had been a bit troubled about how to get closer to Senior Sister Liu Ningshuang, as he had a task that required making her fall in love with him. Who knew the opportunity would come so easily?
Moreover, that Sister had a great eye for people! Lu Yi thought happily.
Lu Yi smiled, "Senior Sister, you flatter me."
Liu Ningshuang thought of something and asked, "Since Junior Brother Lu Yi has cultivated the White Cloud Sword Technique to the Regain Simplicity Realm, why not join me in demonstrating it for our junior brothers and sisters?"
Lu Yi was taken aback, finding it strange. Wasn't this just like being a teaching assistant in university? He hadn't been a teaching assistant in his university, yet he became one after transmigrating to another world?
"Of course." Lu Yi did not refuse. If it were like a romance game, this kind of sudden event could increase the heroine's favorability. Why would he refuse?
Oh, right, he also had to issue a task.
Lu Yi silently murmured in his heart, "I want to demonstrate the White Cloud Sword Technique to the disciples on the platform."
[Task]:
Demonstrate the White Cloud Sword Technique to the outer sect disciples.
Reward: White Cloud Sword Technique Level +1
Accept: Yes/No
Seeing the reward, Lu Yi felt even more excited. As the level of the White Cloud Sword Technique increased, the number of practices needed for further improvement became more demanding. It had been four days since his White Cloud Sword Technique broke through to level 6, and he hadn't felt any sign of another breakthrough. It might take at least another three or four days of practice. Who would have thought that just by demonstrating the technique, he could break through directly?
Wonderful!
Lu Yi cheerfully went up to the lecture platform, standing next to Liu Ningshuang.
Liu Ningshuang stepped aside, her cool voice ringing out, "Junior Brother, are you ready?"
"Ready."
"Then let's begin." As she spoke, a plain longsword suddenly appeared in Liu Ningshuang's hand. With the sword in hand, her aura became sharper.
Seeing this, Lu Yi glanced at the white ring on Liu Ningshuang's slender finger with envy: an interspatial ring... He also wanted to have one.
But those things were quite precious. Even the poorest interspatial ring was more expensive than an ordinary Low Grade magic tool. He couldn't afford it.
After his parents bought him a Low Grade magic tool longsword, they didn't buy him an interspatial ring as it was too expensive.
Lu Gaoyang had also told him that if he could enter the inner sect, the sect would reward him with an interspatial ring. It was better to wait and get one from the sect later.
Clearly, Lu Gaoyang was an old freeloader.
"If only the task rewards included an interspatial ring," Lu Yi thought.
He also drew his longsword, looked at Liu Ningshuang, and said, "Senior Sister, please instruct me."
Liu Ningshuang nodded, "Go ahead, focus on the demonstration."
Lu Yi took a deep breath. Spiritual Energy flowed, and wisps of white clouds appeared around his sword. Surrounded by the clouds, he activated the White Cloud Stance and charged towards Liu Ningshuang.
Seeing the white clouds on Lu Yi's sword, Liu Ningshuang nodded silently. Her sword also manifested white clouds, showing she had also mastered the White Cloud Sword Technique at the Regain Simplicity Realm.
As an exceptional talent, Liu Ningshuang naturally had extraordinary comprehension, mastering not just one or two techniques at the Regain Simplicity Realm.
Their longswords clashed.
Clang!
The sound of metal crashing rang out. Clouds from the two swords intertwined and spread, enveloping the lecture platform in mist.
The disciples below felt a sharp sword intent circulating between the two, eyes wide, breath held, watching quietly.
On the platform, Lu Yi and Liu Ningshuang faced each other, exchanging a look and simultaneously changing their moves with perfect coordination.
Clang! Clang! Clang! Clang!!
Their aim was to demonstrate the White Cloud Sword Technique, not to fight. Each move was displayed clearly, fully showcasing the ethereal nature of the White Cloud Sword Technique.
Their synchronized movements exuded a mysterious harmony that drew the disciples below into fascination, eyes unblinking. There was no other sound besides the clash of their swords.
At this moment, Liu Ningshuang's red lips parted, slowly explaining, "The essence of the White Cloud Sword Technique lies in its ethereal nature. The essence of Arts is in the intent, not the form, just like how cultivators focus on the true self. This applies to all Arts. Junior brothers and sisters, watch carefully for the essence of the White Cloud Sword Technique..."
Through the changes in their sword techniques, they fully revealed the core of the White Cloud Sword Technique, bringing many disciples significant insights. Quite a few disciples showed delighted expressions.
"So that's it. The third move should be used like this? It should have the grandeur of flowing clouds. I had misunderstood it completely!"
"I got it, I got it! Haha ha ha ha ha!"
"This is the Regain Simplicity Realm of the White Cloud Sword Technique? Terrifying!"
"Even with Senior Sister's explanation, the sword techniques above Great Success are still as elusive as seeing flowers through the mist. How did Junior Brother Lu Yi cultivate the White Cloud Sword Technique to the Regain Simplicity Realm?!"
"..."
On the lecture platform, Lu Yi was inwardly impressed. Senior Sister Ningshuang was indeed a heavenly prodigy, seeing through the essence of Arts so clearly.
Truthfully, after raising three cultivation techniques and Arts to level 6, Lu Yi had also gained insights into their core. The essence of cultivation techniques and Arts lies not in their form.
As the demonstration of the White Cloud Sword Technique concluded, Liu Ningshuang and Lu Yi simultaneously sheathed their swords with perfect harmony. The mountain breeze blew, gently lifting a strand of Liu Ningshuang's hair. She looked at Lu Yi, the corners of her mouth lifting in a rare smile on her usually cool face, a beauty unmatched.
"Junior Brother Lu Yi's White Cloud Sword Technique is exquisite. Your comprehension is excellent. If you enter the inner sect, consider participating in the Ling Luo Peak assessment and joining Ling Luo Peak."