His gaze lingered on a particular teenager, a boy of fifteen struggling with an awkward sword swing. Yet, amidst the unrefined technique, something sparked within Bai Yu. He stopped, a murmur escaping his lips.
"Through countless practices, the sword becomes an echo of your soul," he began, his voice barely a whisper. The words resonated with him, each one a shard of truth he'd been grasping for. "The journey of a thousand cuts begins with a single, focused stroke. The Way of the Sword is not just about combat; it is a path to self-mastery and enlightenment. The sword is not just steel, it is a vessel for your spirit; imbue it with your will."
As these profound truths poured forth, an extraordinary phenomenon unfolded. Across Blue Tempest Island, swords began to tremble. Confusion rippled through the crowd of trainees. "Huh? What's wrong with my sword?" "Why is it vibrating?" they muttered, fear creeping into their voices.
A powerful Sword Intent, an aura of pure focus and cutting edge, descended upon the island. The pressure intensified with each passing second, leaving many gasping for breath, a phantom blade seemingly pressed against their throats. Then, in a sudden flash, the collective energy of the island's swords converged, compressing into a single, brilliant point – Bai Yu.
His body surged with power, his aura transforming into that of an unsheathed sword – potent, sharp, and undeniable. A dazzling light erupted from his golden eyes, a testament to his newfound understanding. "Success!" he bellowed, a joyous laugh echoing through the city. "I've finally comprehended the Sword Law!"
A triumphant grin stretched across Bai Yu's face. "The Sword Law," he declared, his voice ringing with pride, "one of the most potent Laws in terms of offensive power! With this comprehension, the bottleneck is shattered."The realization washed over him – he now held the key to unlocking the Law Domain Master Realm. He could break through at any time, his power surging to a whole new level.
Bai Yu vanished in a blur of motion. He reappeared moments later on the fringes of a nearby forest, a predator stalking his prey. Before him lurked a stage 3 Demonic Beast, its power roughly equivalent to a Bone Forging Realm cultivator.
A cruel smile played on Bai Yu's lips.He needed no weapon in hand. With a flick of his wrist, his two fingers mimicked the form of a sword, radiating with a potent Sword Intent. A single, swift slash erupted from his fingertips, a crescent of condensed sword qi tearing through the air. The Demonic Beast, caught completely off guard by the sudden attack and the sheer power it held, didn't even have a chance to react. It was cleaved in two in a single, clean stroke, its demise as swift as it was brutal.Bai Yu stood amidst the dissipating energy, a look of surprise etched on his face. "How… strong," he muttered, his voice tinged with awe. The power of the Sword Law coursed through him, its potential far exceeding his initial expectations