n his previous life, Xu Que wielded a spear. Although his attacks were swift, this technique had its drawbacks. If it weren't for his extraordinary luck, he might have remained oblivious to the treacherous faces of Liu Ruyan's family and never witnessed how the powerful met their demise at the hands of their so-called gods!
Jiude would likely opt for a sword, as Xu Que did not possess Jiude's current contact information, and the two had only become acquainted during the dimensional space challenge six months later.
For now, he chose not to intervene with Duan Jiude. After all, this fellow was much like him, and helping him see the truth about those around him could only be beneficial!
Xu Que continued to organize his memories. Although he wished to select daggers and twin blades, the available techniques were limited. From what he knew in his past life, there had been only one heavenly-grade dagger technique, while there were many earthly-grade techniques for twin blades…
As Xu Que pondered whether to choose the spear again or the brutal gauntlets, a sudden flash of insight illuminated his mind!
A sword!
In comparison to attack and defense, while swords may not match the reach of spears or the heft of long knives, they possessed a balanced versatility, and he had several heavenly-grade techniques at his disposal!
As for why Xu Que had so many heavenly-grade techniques, he owed that gratitude to Liu Ruyan.
In his past life, when selecting weapons, both Liu Ruyan and Ji Bodan had chosen swords. Initially, he did not comprehend their choice, but only in his final moments did he realize how foolish he had been!
As a devoted admirer, he had provided various resources and supported Liu Ruyan's entire family, marking the beginning of his quest to acquire diverse techniques.
"Liu Ruyan! Once I escape, I will savor torturing you slowly; I want you to suffer in agony until your last breath!"
Bringing his thoughts back, Xu Que decisively chose sword techniques.
As he sifted through the options, he ultimately selected the "Heaven-Slashing Style" and the "Sword Mastery Technique"!
Although Xu Que yearned to prioritize the "Sword Drawing Technique," the conditions did not permit it, so he would have to wait until he reached B-rank before he could select that technique.
Closing his eyes, he envisioned the pathways of these two techniques in his mind, infusing them with spiritual energy.
As the immense spiritual energy surged, the "Heaven-Slashing Style" instantly appeared in Xu Que's personal attributes under techniques.
Sensing the familiarity of this skill, Xu Que refrained from immediate elation and opted to continue, for the "Sword Mastery Technique" was a group attack skill. If utilized correctly, it would allow him to soar through the skies like a sword immortal in the later stages.
Although many ability users possessed brief flying capabilities, only those who wielded swords could glide with such elegance!
In his past life, Xu Que had envied those who soared on swords, but unfortunately, the spear he wielded… even if he flew, it garnered little attention!
An immense wave of spiritual energy radiated from Xu Que's body, and the "Sword Mastery Technique" appeared in the techniques list, just like the "Heaven-Slashing Style."
He accessed his personal attribute panel.
[Name: Xu Que]
[Cultivation: C-rank 1%]
[Techniques: Heaven-Slashing Style (Initial Understanding) Sword Mastery Technique (Initial Understanding)]
[Cultivation Method: Initial Breathing Technique (Upgradeable)]
[Bloodline: None]
[Companion Beast: None]
[Honor: 1892]
[Trading Hall (Not Open)]
Upon checking the proficiency for the "Heaven-Slashing Style," Xu Que was shocked to discover that progressing to the next level required an astonishing five stars of spiritual energy, leaving him momentarily dumbfounded…
He recalled that in his previous life, the heavenly-grade techniques "Sky Piercing Style" and "Breaking Force Style" had required less than four stars of spiritual energy combined. Yet this one sword technique demanded five stars of energy…
But the next moment, when he opened the "Sword Mastery Technique" for training, he was left utterly stunned!
"Gulp." Xu Que swallowed hard, then cautiously closed the interface, regretting his audacious choice. Though he did not know its true power, he realized he had already boarded a sinking ship…
Xu Que picked up the goblin's long knife, giving it a gentle swing. Although it felt somewhat unwieldy, it should suffice.
Gazing toward the center of the forest, Xu Que leaped, landing on another tree in an instant.
With his C-rank strength, he no longer needed to meticulously scout the ground; his methods were no longer limited!
As for the three large bundles of spears he carried, Xu Que felt no weight at all.
As he continued his reconnaissance, he spared no goblin in his path, for each one represented cultivation and honor!
If fortune smiled upon him and he obtained some drops, it could enhance his combat prowess.
The carnage persisted, and the alien creatures dwindled in number.
Just as Xu Que descended to retrieve the spears, a furious roar erupted nearby.
Were they coming?
Xu Que remained vigilant as he peered ahead.
Before long, the sound of splintering trees reached his ears.
Two hulking goblin elites wielding giant axes emerged before him.
"Roar!"
The furious growl reverberated as the goblin elites raised their battle axes and charged at Xu Que.
"Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh…"
With a series of piercing sounds, Xu Que swiftly retreated while hurling spears.
Though these spears held little efficacy against the massive creatures, he was eager to drain their stamina.
As he continued to launch spears, several found their marks on the goblin elites.
Xu Que's assault thoroughly enraged the two giants, who pulled the spears from their bodies and let out another roar as they charged.
"Indeed, ordinary projectiles inflict limited damage, but that will suffice!"
Xu Que unsheathed two long knives from his waist, swiftly throwing one with a flick of his wrist. An intent of sword mastery instantly enveloped the blade.
"Thud!"
The long knife sank firmly into one goblin's shoulder.
Just as Xu Que was about to follow up, the two goblin elites reached him.
With their battle axes swinging downward, Xu Que executed a nimble sidestep, narrowly evading the massive axes' strikes.
Yet, as he successfully dodged those attacks, one of the axes came in from below, aimed straight at him.
So swift?
Instinctively, Xu Que raised his long knife to defend.
Although his reflexes were commendable, the ordinary long knife in his hands was as ineffective as scrap metal against the colossal axe!
"Clang!"
The knife shattered, and the tremendous force sent Xu Que sprawling.
Before he could regain his footing, another axe came crashing down.
Sensing the impending danger, Xu Que swiftly rolled on the ground as the dual axes followed closely behind.
In a fleeting moment, when one goblin elite altered the trajectory of its axe, Xu Que seized the opportunity to roll backward.
Without hesitation, he stood and unfastened the long knife at his waist, gripping the hilt firmly as he prepared to strike.
"Slash!"
As a blade beam akin to a sword erupted forth, Xu Que's long knife shattered, yet the immense sword ray surged forward, cleaving toward the hulking goblin elite.
The blade ray sliced through, cutting diagonally from the goblin's shoulder down to its waist, instantly severing it.
Thick, brown blood sprayed forth as the body spasmed violently…
Xu Que felt a mix of surprise and disbelief, yet he remained alert, for the other goblin elite was already upon him.
Observing the frenzied goblin elite swinging its weapon wildly, Xu Que deftly evaded each strike.
Just as his back collided with the trunk of a large tree, the axe swung horizontally toward him.
He dropped and rolled forward, drawing his knife in a single fluid motion, executing the Heaven-Slashing Style! A series of seven movements flowed seamlessly together.
The tree fell beneath the goblin elite's axe, while Xu Que's blade decapitated the goblin elite in one swift motion.
As Xu Que caught his breath and prepared to collect the fallen items, a roar echoed from a distance.
The intensity of the roar, though seemingly far off, enveloped Xu Que in a sense of suffocation.
B-rank!