After returning to the pavilion, Chu Mu entered the pond again to practice his swordsmanship. It was the basic swordsmanship.
The depth of the pond was just enough to submerge Chu Mu's chest. Hence, there was a lot of resistance when he practiced. It was very obvious that he had to use more energy to make his sword faster, steadier, and more accurate. The effect of this kind of practice was several times better than practicing on land. Every time he finished practicing, he could feel that the sword in his hand seemed to be lighter and easier to wield.
However, he was very clear that this was temporary. At this realm, it was very difficult to improve even a little bit.
Stabbing, chopping, slicing, and so on. Every basic swordsmanship movement was done, causing the pond water to ripple.
"I wonder if I can comprehend the concept of water if I practice like this?" As he cultivated, Chu Mu suddenly had this thought, but he immediately discarded it. The possibility of this happening was extremely small. After all, he had already comprehended two types of concepts. If he wanted to comprehend a third type, it would be even more difficult.
Two hours later, Chu Mu finished his sword practice. Using the rocks by the pond, he used the Wind Swaying Willow Body Technique and leapt to the second floor. He dried his body and put on his clothes. Li Wei also brought up a steaming hot and fragrant meal and a bottle of wine.
"Little Wei, help me prepare some dry food and water. Let's prepare for three days first," Chu Mu said.
"Yes, Senior Brother." Li Wei quickly nodded. "Is Senior Brother planning to go out and gain experience?"
"Yes, I plan to go to Fierce Gale Cliff to cultivate," Chu Mu said.
"Fierce Gale Cliff?" Li Wei's eyes widened even more. Her small mouth formed an 'O' shape. For a moment, she did not react.
"Go and prepare," Chu Mu did not explain.
"Yes, Senior Brother." Li Wei was in a daze. When she reached the stairs, she remembered that Fierce Gale Cliff was a place to reflect on one's mistakes. Did Senior Brother Chu do something wrong? She could not help but worry.
After eating dinner and resting for a short while, Chu Mu started to comprehend the sword force. When it was deep into the night, he eliminated all distracting thoughts and allowed his mind to be empty without any pressure. After meditating for a moment, he lay down on his bed and fell asleep peacefully.
The next day, Zhang Xuan woke up on time and began a new day of cultivation. Not long after, he came to the Wind Sword Platform to cultivate again, but there was still no one there.
After cultivating for a while, Han Rui was the first to come out. He was even more unwilling to fight with Chu Mu, so after chatting for a while, he also began to practice his swordsmanship. Before long, more and more people came out.
"Morning, Senior Brother Chu."
"Senior Brother Chu, you're the first one to come here to practice your swordsmanship again. You're really a role model for us."
"We should learn from Senior Brother Chu."
"Senior Brother Chu, please give me some pointers on my swordsmanship."
Since he had killed Wang Feng at the Life and Death Sword Platform, Chu Mu's status in the Wind Sword Institute had undergone a huge change. No matter how long they had been in the institute, all the disciples who had reached Stage 7 of the Sword Qi Realm all called Chu Mu Senior Brother. As for the disciples who had reached Stage 8, although they did not call him Senior Brother, they were very respectful to him.
Chu Mu also responded with a few words with a smile. Everyone was very tactful and did not disturb him. They all began to practice their swordsmanship.
At this moment, Yan Ling came over. When everyone saw him, they knew that he was a Law Enforcement Disciple.
"Chu Mu, come with me." Yan Ling said helplessly.
"Okay." Chu Mu smiled and sheathed his sword. He was very confident.
"What's going on?"
"Why is the Law Enforcement Disciple looking for Senior Brother Chu again? Is there someone else who wants to challenge Senior Brother Chu to the Life and Death Sword Platform?"
"Are you stupid? Wang Feng was killed. Wang Feng was ranked second in the Thunder Institute. Even He Kaiming, who was ranked first in the Thunder Institute, did not dare to say that he could kill Wang Feng without being injured. Now, which inner disciple in the three institutes dares to challenge Senior Brother Chu to the Life and Death Sword Platform?"
"Then what did Senior Brother Chu do wrong?"
"Who knows?"
Han Rui said thoughtfully.
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"Chu Mu, according to my understanding of you, you would not make such a low-level mistake." Yan Ling looked at Chu Mu and asked suspiciously.
"It's hard for people not to make mistakes sometimes." Chu Mu knew what Yan Ling was talking about and laughed.
Yan Ling shook his head helplessly and said, "Anyway, when you reach the Law Enforcement Hall, don't make any more mistakes."
This was the second time that Chu Mu had entered the Law Enforcement Hall. The Law Enforcement Elder was already sitting upright. Lu Xue was standing at the side. When she saw Chu Mu enter, she glanced at him coldly and snorted.
On the other side, there was a person with a white veil on his head. His face was much bigger than the average person's. At this moment, he was staring at Chu Mu with hatred, as if he wanted to kill Chu Mu with his eyes.
Chu Mu looked at him and was amused. He deliberately pointed at this person. He looked at Yan Ling and asked in surprise, "Senior Brother Yan, who is this pig-headed person?"
Lu Xue could not help but snort. She quickly covered her mouth. Yan Ling was stunned at first, then he smiled bitterly. The Law Enforcement Elder did not say a word. His eyes were still closed, but the corner of his mouth twitched slightly.
As for the pig-headed person, his eyes were almost spitting fire. He wanted to burn Chu Mu to ashes. He groaned a few times, but could not speak a complete sentence.
"Chu Mu, a disciple of the Soaring Wind Institute." The Law Enforcement Elder opened his eyes and looked at Chu Mu. He said righteously, "Qi Bai, a disciple of the Soaring Wind Institute, accused you of hurting him for no reason. Is this true?"
"Yes." Chu Mu admitted without hesitation.
"Do you know that the sect rules state that inner sect disciples are not allowed to hurt each other for no reason? But you hurt Qi Bai. This is a violation of the sect rules." The Law Enforcement Elder was not angry. "Let me ask you, why did you hurt Qi Bai?"
"Elder, I don't find him pleasing to the eye." Chu Mu gave a very strong reason.
The Law Enforcement Elder, Yan Ling, and Lu Xue were stunned. Then, their expressions became strange. The Law Enforcement Elder did not know whether to laugh or cry. Yan Ling and Lu Xue did not know whether to laugh or cry. Especially Lu Xue, she could only force herself not to laugh. Her shoulders were slightly trembling.
Qi Bai, who had been glaring fiercely at Chu Mu, almost spat out a mouthful of blood when he heard Chu Mu's powerful reason. He felt as if his head had been heavily hit, and his vision went black. He felt a wave of dizziness, and he staggered two steps back, almost falling down.
"You don't like others, but this is not a reason for you to hurt them. You hurt your fellow disciples for no reason, which is a violation of the seventh rule of the inner sect. But you did not hurt your foundation, so you don't need to be severely punished." The Law Enforcement Elder said slowly, "Chu Mu, according to the sect rules, I sentence you to seven days at the Fierce Wind Cliff. Do you accept?"
"I accept," Chu Mu said. His purpose was to go to the Fierce Wind Cliff. This was just what he wanted.
"Qi Bai, do you have any objection to my sentence?" The Law Enforcement Elder looked at Qi Bai and asked.
Qi Bai hurriedly shook his head and hummed.
"Yan Ling, take Chu Mu to the Fierce Wind Cliff and inform his sword servant." The Law Enforcement Elder said.
"Yes, Elder." Yan Ling looked at Chu Mu helplessly and took Chu Mu out of the Law Enforcement Hall.
After Chu Mu and Qi Bai left, a trace of doubt flashed through the Law Enforcement Elder's eyes. He felt that there seemed to be other reasons. Although he did not have much contact with Chu Mu, the Law Enforcement Elder thought that he had some understanding of Chu Mu. He should not be the kind of person who would make such a mistake.
But he could not figure it out.
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"Senior Brother Yan, tell me about the Fierce Wind Cliff," Chu Mu said.
"The Fierce Wind Cliff is not a good place. The wind is like a knife. It's unbearable." When Yan Ling mentioned the Fierce Wind Cliff, his body trembled slightly. His tone was full of fear. "For inner sect disciples, the Fierce Wind Cliff is like purgatory. I really don't know why you would make such a low-level mistake."
"Senior Brother Yan, are you also going to the Fierce Wind Cliff to reflect on your mistakes?" Chu Mu asked suddenly.
"No, you can't say this carelessly." Yan Ling hurriedly said, "I'm a Law Enforcement Disciple. How can I knowingly break the law? It's just that sometimes I have to take people to the Fierce Wind Cliff. One time out of curiosity, I experienced it. It was really uncomfortable."
Chu Mu smiled and asked Yan Ling more about the Fierce Wind Cliff.