Divine Wilderness Dragon Emperor

Chapter 290: Chapter 289: True Sword Dao Intent

Soon, Ling Fei stopped thinking about the Meteor Sword Intent and the True Dragon Sword Intent. His mind entered a tranquil, thoughtless state.

”There should be no distinction between swords. The True Dragon is domineering, and the Meteor is fast. Therefore, my sword shall be both domineering and fast,” Ling Fei finally said after a long while.

WHOOSH!

Suddenly, with a stir of his Heart Spirit, Sword Qi shot to the heavens. The Sword Aura raged, streaking across the Void like a meteor, yet from a distance, it looked like a True Dragon lunging ferociously.

A wave of Cold Qi spread out along with it.

Wherever the Sword Aura passed, the surrounding Void seemed on the verge of being frozen by an Ice Seal.

’Not bad. This is how it should be.’ With a stir of his Heart Spirit, a satisfied expression appeared on Ling Fei’s face.

With another stir of his Heart Spirit, a type of Sword Intent converged inward, transforming into a Sword Pattern that merged with the Sword Intent Seed in the mind of his true body outside.

As a result, the Sword Dao Mystical within his Sword Intent Seed was elevated once more.

”Congratulations, you have understood the True Essence of Swordsmanship.” A Light Pattern flashed within the Sword Cliff Space, and the soul imprint left by Liu Changfeng appeared once more.

”I shall pass this Meteor Sword Manual to you for your future enlightenment.” As he spoke, he pointed a finger, and a Light Pattern sank into Ling Fei’s Heart Spirit.

Afterward, Ling Fei felt a Sword Map appear in his mind.

Within the Sword Map, a figure performed a sword dance. Streaks of sword light cut across the Void, resembling meteors.

Finally, the Sword Map transformed into a Star Map.

Across the sky, meteors streaked by—the very scene Ling Fei had gained enlightenment from earlier.

But looking at it again now, it was no longer unfamiliar. He had gained his own unique insights into the Mystical of Meteor.

”The Mystical of Meteor is vast and profound. If you continue to seek enlightenment from it, you will realize how insignificant your current knowledge and learning are. The Sword Dao is without end. You... must not grow complacent,” Liu Changfeng said with a solemn expression.

”I will certainly not disappoint your expectations, Senior,” Ling Fei said.

Liu Changfeng said, ”If fate allows, you may also pass down the Mystical of Meteor to others.”

”Yes,” Ling Fei nodded.

”Very well. You may leave now,” Liu Changfeng said.

With a wave of his large hand, Ling Fei’s Heart Spirit was drawn into a vortex and pulled back to the outside world.

WHOOSH!

The next moment, his Heart Spirit returned to his true body.

And within Ling Fei’s mind, a Meteor Map had appeared.

’The Meteor Sword Manual is truly vast and profound. What I’ve comprehended so far is merely the surface. But I don’t need to be anxious. A path is walked one step at a time, and my swordsmanship must also be constantly improved. For now, I can go gain enlightenment from the other Sword Cliffs. I will test my theories and perfect my True Sword Dao Intent.’

Ling Fei’s eyelids fluttered, and he opened his eyes.

He then went to gain enlightenment from the neighboring Sword Cliff.

This was the Gale Sword Cliff.

Seated cross-legged on a cushion before the Gale Sword Cliff, Ling Fei touched the Sword Stele, and his Heart Spirit was drawn inside.

The moment his Heart Spirit entered, a fierce wind came howling toward him.

The gale was like a sword, cutting at his skin and making it ache.

’So this is the Gale Sword?’ Ling Fei thought, his heart stirring as he felt the Sword Intent.

This Sword Intent was even sharper than Huang Ping’s.

The wind was formless yet omnipresent, and so too was the sword.

Ling Fei manifested his own Sword Intent. Cold Intent permeated the air as his Sword Intent soared, successfully blocking the Gale Sword Intent.

This was merely the initial trial, and its power was limited. With his strength, Ling Fei could still withstand it.

Otherwise, other geniuses would have no hope of comprehending the Sword Dao Mystical within.

”Ling Fei has gone to the Gale Sword Cliff. It seems he’s already made some gains at the Meteor Sword Cliff.”

”After this round of Sword Cliff enlightenment, his strength is bound to increase dramatically. By then, few in the younger generation will be able to contend with him!” Peak Master Cheng and the others revealed looks of anticipation.

He had already defeated Mo Jiufeng before coming here for enlightenment. After this, he would naturally become even stronger.

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Time continued to pass.

Inside the Gale Sword Cliff, Ling Fei also underwent a trial and received guidance on Sword Intent.

’The Gale Sword Intent is about speed, about being fast. The Gale Sword Intent also contains the Mystical of the Wind. Wind is omnipresent, seeping into every crack...’

As Ling Fei continued his enlightenment, his understanding of the Mystical of Gale Sword Intent grew increasingly clear.

’Sword Intent should be all-pervasive by nature. Wherever Sword Intent reaches, it should be like the wind—omnipresent.’

’It seems many Sword Intents are interconnected.’ At that moment, Ling Fei’s eyes lit up. He had discovered a common thread between the Gale Sword Intent and the Meteor Sword Intent.

He continued on to gain enlightenment from the other Sword Cliffs.

Subsequently, Ling Fei withdrew from the Gale Sword Cliff and went to perceive the Mystical within the Thunder Sword Cliff.

Within the Thunder Sword Cliff, lightning flashed. The sword struck like thunder, with extreme speed.

The sword arrived like a thunderclap, ferocious beyond measure.

Its domineering might was enough to make one’s heart pound in terror.

’The Thunder Sword... Thunder’s Might, domineering, unstoppable momentum. Thunder is also fast. This is the Mystical of Thunder!’ Ling Fei came to a realization. ℯℯ𝑙.

’Cheng Xianwu may have used the Thunder Sword before, but his blade lacked both its domineering power and its speed. That’s why its might was so lacking.’

As he sought enlightenment, Ling Fei was also verifying his own theories.

Clearly, Cheng Xianwu hadn’t truly grasped the Mystical of the Thunder Sword; he had only scratched the surface.

Fast and domineering!

This was the Mystical of the Thunder Sword!

Afterward, Ling Fei exited the Sword Cliff and continued to pursue enlightenment on other Sword Dao Mysticals.

From the Sword Cliff to the Sword Forest, Ling Fei constantly sought enlightenment and tested his understanding.

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Time slipped by quietly.

In the blink of an eye, half a month went by.

This half-month of enlightenment made Ling Fei’s understanding of the Sword Dao increasingly clear.

Finally, Ling Fei sat cross-legged on a Stone Disc and began to consolidate his gains.

’The paths of the Sword Dao are innumerable, each containing endless Mysticals. Through these Mysticals, Sword Intent manifests. There is no inherent hierarchy among Sword Intents, only a difference in the depth of the Mental Realm one has comprehended.’ Ling Fei understood this in his heart.

He had gained enlightenment on too many different Sword Intents.

Each type of Sword Intent was vast and profound. If one could master its essence, they could surely dominate an entire region.

Trying to rank them was too difficult.

However, while there was no hierarchy among Sword Intents, the depth of one’s comprehension of the Mental Realm could be shallow or profound.

For example, with the same Meteor Sword Intent, Zhou Jian had only comprehended the first layer of intent, while Ling Fei had comprehended the third.

How could their strengths possibly be compared?

’So, I don’t need to deliberately pursue too many different Sword Intents. I just need to continuously perfect my own.’ A wise light gleamed in Ling Fei’s eyes.

If he spent too much energy on various Mysticals, it would actually hinder his cultivation speed.

Even if you master a thousand different Sword Intents, if your Realm is low, how can you contend with anyone?

Ling Fei’s mind grew clear and serene.

WHOOSH!

After exhaling, he rose to his feet, left the Sword Forest, and walked out of the Sword Cliff.

”How did your enlightenment go?” Yuan Lang the Pill Master asked with a smile as Ling Fei emerged.

”The Sword Dao is vast and profound, and one can benefit greatly from what the seniors have learned. However, I have my own path. I just need to continuously perfect my own Sword Dao Mystical,” Ling Fei said with a carefree smile. His earlier fanaticism for the Sword Cliff and Sword Forest behind him had already faded.

”Excellent. To become a true expert, you must have your own path. If you simply immerse yourself in the paths of your predecessors, you will only lose yourself.”

Hearing this, Peak Master Cheng nodded repeatedly, his gaze toward Ling Fei filled with admiration.

At the same time, he thought to himself, ’For Ling Fei to have such a mental state at his age, he has clearly reached the point of grasping the True Sword Dao Intent. This shows how high his aptitude is. As long as he continues to work hard, he is bound to achieve great things in Martial Arts in the future. The revitalization of our Lingyun Sect is truly something to look forward to!’