Chu Yang's figure sped through the sky as he resolutely discarded the list in his hand and returned to the Heavenly Sword Sect.
When the long-unseen Sword Master saw Chu Yang return, his face was full of a gratified smile.
During this period, he had been closely monitoring the outside world. The news had already spread like wildfire, and Chu Yang's prestige had resounded throughout the entire Immortal Realm.
Those formidable enemies that were once difficult to eliminate had all fallen to the long sword of his excellent disciple.
The Sword Master sincerely felt that taking Chu Yang as a disciple was the best decision he had ever made in his life.
Without Chu Yang, he would have no chance of avenging himself in this lifetime.
The Sword Master, smiling brightly, stepped forward and said to Chu Yang, "Yang'er, you have worked hard during this time. Now that you are back, rest well for a while before going out again."
"It seems that it has been a long time since we, master and disciple, have sat down and talked."
Chu Yang's expression was complicated. He sighed softly and said, "Master, I... don't want to kill anymore."
Boom!
Hearing this, the Sword Master's expression changed dramatically. His previously kind and approachable face instantly became terrifyingly gloomy.
He stared at Chu Yang intently and said, "Chu Yang, have you forgotten our bond as master and disciple? Have you forgotten your promise to repay the great kindness of the sect?"
"Indeed, with your current strength, you can roam the world, almost no one can stop you, not even me."
"But do you want to become a person who breaks faith and abandons righteousness?"
The Sword Master could never have imagined that Chu Yang would defy him now.
He had deeply recognized the purity of Chu Yang's sword heart, believing that once Chu Yang achieved success, he would not forget his kindness.
However, now, for the sake of those insignificant people, he dared to defy even him.
This was truly outrageous!
"The great kindness of the sect, Chu Yang dares not forget. But I don't want to go against the original intention of my sword training. I don't want my sword to be stained with the blood of innocent people. I can't do it!"
Chu Yang responded firmly.
Hearing this, the Sword Master was furious. He roared, enraged and desperate.
He knew that if Chu Yang had decided to betray the sect and leave the Heavenly Sword Sect, he would be powerless to stop him.
As the master of this monster, he was well aware of Chu Yang's current terrifying capabilities.
Moreover, he knew Chu Yang's character—more stubborn than a mule. Changing his mind was nearly impossible.
The Sword Master angrily turned and left, creating a significant rift between them.
Because of this conflict, their relationship deteriorated even further.
Chu Yang felt helpless. He returned to the loft where he used to practice his sword.
However, he had decided that he would never kill again.
The sword path he cultivated was meant to cut through the Heavenly Dao and all injustices. He could not bring himself to harm innocent and pure-hearted people.
But on one side was his sword heart, and on the other was the immense kindness of his sect.
No matter what choice he made, he would have to abandon the other.
A saying came to Chu Yang's mind.
When in doubt, ask the spring breeze. The spring breeze does not speak, follow your heart!
Thus, Chu Yang decided that from now on, he would act according to his sword heart.
For Chu Yang, he never liked owing anyone favors, especially the enormous kindness of his master and the sect.
Unable to repay such immense kindness felt like a heavy mountain pressing on his heart, making it hard for him to breathe.
He had chosen not to involve himself in any matters of the Heavenly Sword Sect.
To escape from these concerns, he could only immerse himself in relentless cultivation.
However, with this lingering burden in his heart, his once rapid progress in cultivation had come to a complete halt.
For six whole months, Chu Yang made no advancement in his swordsmanship, remaining stuck at the same level.
No matter how hard he tried, he couldn't enhance his sword path.
Chu Yang knew it was because the weight of his master's kindness was holding him back, preventing his cultivation from advancing.
To break free from this predicament, there was no other way but to repay the kindness of his sect.
Chu Yang stepped out of the pavilion and looked up at the sky.
He had two choices: continue to betray his sword heart by killing, or let his cultivation stagnate forever.
Neither outcome was something Chu Yang wanted to see.
But there was no solution that could satisfy both sides.
On this day, the Sword Master came to see Chu Yang.
Looking at Chu Yang, the Sword Master said solemnly, "You only need to kill one last person. After that, our master-disciple relationship will be completely severed, and you will have repaid your debt. You need not worry anymore."
Chu Yang was overjoyed.
Just one more person to kill.
Although Chu Yang knew that for the Sword Master to make such a significant concession, the last person's identity and strength must be extraordinarily terrifying.
But Chu Yang had no fear.
Even if the opponent was a Quasi-Emperor or even a Great Emperor, he would not hesitate.
Only by repaying the kindness of the sect could he continue his sword path, find the murderer of his parents, and avenge them.
And find Nan Nan, protect his sister, and drink and sing with Nie Fengyun...
Chu Yang asked, "Master, please tell me who the last person is."
The Sword Master sighed and shook his head, saying, "No need to call me master anymore. After this is over, we will have no more ties."
Chu Yang remained silent.
The Sword Master continued, "The person you must kill is a descendant of one of the Five Great Longevity Families in the Immortal Realm."
"Although your current cultivation is extremely strong, facing a vast Longevity Family involves great danger. Back then, I was injured by a supreme powerhouse from that family, my cultivation fell to half-supreme, and I had to hide in the lower realms."
"The Five Great Longevity Families of the Immortal Realm are constantly at odds, always suspicious of each other."
"A war between them could erupt at any moment, and such a war would be devastating for the entire Immortal Realm."
"By killing their heir, you will ignite the conflict among the Five Great Longevity Families, triggering a catastrophic war!"
"Merely killing a supreme is not enough to quell my hatred. Only by seeing the Longevity Families fight each other to the death will my hatred be satisfied."
Hearing this, Chu Yang was shocked. He hadn't expected his last target to have such a terrifying background.
However, he was unafraid.
Yet, a faint worry lingered in his heart...
The Sword Master said, "The last person you need to kill is named Nie Fengyun!"
Boom!
Chu Yang couldn't believe his ears.
How could it be him!