Borrowing a sword

Chapter 326 You actually know my swordsmanship

At the drawing area, stood Chu Huaixu, Xu Ziqing, Geng Tianhe, and Qin Xuanxiao.

As usual, Prince Rui greeted Chu Huaixu, but the old Chu completely ignored him.

There are some things he's too lazy to bother with superficial formalities with.

From Qin Xuanxiao's perspective, he didn't care at all. Such an attitude from the other party would only deepen the Yue people's disgust towards him and reinforce his own arrogant image.

In recent days, this Chu Huaixu has once again provoked nationwide outrage.

His performance and words when he defeated Leng Wuyai in the ring will not be mentioned for now.

After hearing that he had won, he even said, "Are the people of Yue Kingdom sore losers?"

Some audience members confidently claimed they could read lips, and Chu Huaixu definitely whispered something like that!

Once the story was embellished and spread, it quickly spiraled out of control.

The people of Yue Kingdom in the capital city are really going crazy with their cursing.

I heard that some officials even went so far as to criticize the emperor in front of the palace.

When he entered the venue today, the people gathered around him looked at him coldly.

Chu Huaixu couldn't even remember how many cold snorts he heard, and quite a few people even spat out "Pah!"

I still remember when he first appeared in the East-West Continent Grand Competition, he was wearing the waist badge of the Xuanhuang champion, and as he walked forward, the crowd would spontaneously make way for him.

The difference in treatment before and after was like night and day.

But Chu Huaixu didn't seem to care at all, his face showing a hint of arrogance.

It doesn't matter if you can't do that kind of expression; just imitate your grandmaster Jiang Zhi when he's showing off.

This made the Moon Kingdom audience grit their teeth in hatred, wishing he would be beaten down on the stage soon.

From Qin Xuanxiao's perspective, however, he still hoped that Chu Huaixu could draw Xu Ziqing and stage an internal battle within the Daoist sect.

As for Geng Tianhe, he didn't take him seriously at all.

Little did he know, Geng Tianhe was praying in his heart: "I must draw Brother Chu!"

This prodigy from the Sword Sect knew that having made it this far, he had virtually no chance of winning.

Since I'm going to lose anyway, I might as well have a good fight with someone I admire.

Who knows, maybe this time I'll have another epiphany?
The four people drew lots, and the results came out quickly.

Heaven truly granted his wish, allowing Geng Tianhe to draw Chu Huaixu.

Just as she had feared, Xu Ziqing drew Qin Xuanxiao.

This outcome will naturally bring joy to some and sorrow to others.

Chu Huaixu merely glanced coldly at Qin Xuanxiao, thinking to himself:

"Then I'll let you live a few more days."

He wasn't in a hurry about it.

Chu Huaixu felt it was quite good to let his life end in the grandest setting.

Since Geng Tianhe drew the number one lot, the competition between him and Chu Huaixu will begin first.

After the two stepped onto the arena, the Sword Sect prodigy immediately cupped his hands and said:
"Brother Chu, I hope you can give me some pointers."

His attitude was excellent; he no longer had the arrogant disdain he displayed last year.

After returning to his sect, Geng Tianhe truly underwent a complete transformation.

This allowed him to make rapid progress in his abilities within a year.

Naturally, he hoped to win every time he participated in the competition.

If I had to say who would be the one to suffer defeat, I, Geng Tianhe, would hope it would be Brother Chu!
Chu Huaixu met the other person's sincere gaze, and a warm smile appeared on his face.

He treats his own country's enemies and the Moon Kingdom's enemies with completely different faces.

"I dare not presume to offer guidance; I, Chu, will do my utmost."

For the sake of his future plans, Dead Fox felt it was necessary to leave a good impression on Sword Master Yu Situ Cheng.

Let them know that I have a long history with your Sword Sect!

"Then let's give him some pointers." Chu Huaixu decided to grant his request and fulfill his wish.

In fact, the guidance from teachers and mentors is different from the guidance from peers.

Competitions with people of similar skill levels often allow one to gain more firsthand experience.

After exchanging a sword salute, the contest officially began.

Chu Huaixu was not in a hurry to make a move at this moment. Instead, he said, "Brother Geng, I will compete with you as a pure sword cultivator."

The meaning behind my words is quite clear: although I cultivate both sword and body techniques, I will not make excessive use of my body-cultivating power today.

"Great!" Geng Tianhe laughed.

He wouldn't feel that the other person was looking down on him.

The Sword Sect prodigy, wielding a top-grade spiritual sword, immediately slashed towards Chu Huaixu, his movements as fluid as a swimming dragon.

This is a sword technique taught to him by Situ Cheng after he took him as his disciple. It is a high-grade Xuan-level technique and is called the Nine Heavens Soaring Dragon Sword.

However, what happened next made the great sword cultivator sitting on the high platform frown and let out a slightly surprised exclamation.

Because Situ Cheng had just used the starting stance of the Nine Heavens Soaring Dragon Sword, and the sword momentum had not yet fully formed, Chu Huaixu also moved, and the move was exactly the same!
He actually knows the Nine Heavens Soaring Dragon Sword! The exact same sword technique, the exact same moves.

This startled Geng Tianhe, but then turned into great joy.

Ah! Brother Chu and I practice the same sword technique!

What a coincidence!
And wouldn't that allow him to give me better guidance?
Chu Huaixu indeed had such thoughts.

He wasn't entirely sure that he knew all the sword techniques Geng Tianhe used.

After all, the three thousand volumes of swordsmanship he had read were from a thousand years ago.

The Sword Sect has developed to this day, and its lineage has continued unbroken. The sword techniques within the Sword Pavilion must be increasing.

He has mastered all the sword techniques from back then, but that doesn't mean he has mastered all the Xuan-level sword techniques in the Sword Pavilion now.

"Let's just see how it goes."

On the arena, Chu Huaixu accompanied Geng Tianhe as they practiced every move of the Nine Heavens Soaring Dragon Sword.

In terms of his research on this sword technique, he is definitely not as good as Geng Tianhe.

After all, most people only practice the three thousand volumes of Kendo to the level of beginner or minor mastery.

However, his sword intent and sword heart are superior, and his overall strength is simply too great.

Geng Tianhe quickly switched to using the [Heavenly Gang Roaring Dragon Sword Technique].

This is the Xuan-level sword technique he used against Chu Huaixu during the first realm competition.

The momentum of this sword is like that of a dragon in motion!
As it turned out, it was the same old story. As soon as he made his move, Chu Huaixu knew what move he was going to use and immediately countered with the same sword technique.

On the high platform, Situ Cheng couldn't help but speak up, glancing at Jiang Zhi and the others.

Jiang Zhi, once again adopting the air of a wise and experienced master, felt quite pleased with himself and said, "Don't ask, let's watch the competition first."

On the stage, Geng Tianhe was even more bewildered.

But he was soon overjoyed!
"Could it be that after the sparring session at the Eastern Continent Grand Competition, Brother Chu actually learned my signature sword technique?"

"He couldn't possibly not recognize this as my signature technique before he learned it!"

A feeling of mutual appreciation arose spontaneously.

I treat Brother Chu this way, and Brother Chu treats me the same way!

They're destined to be together and cherish each other; what else could they be but soulmates?

"How delightful! How truly delightful!"

He burst into laughter and swung his sword forward with unbridled joy.

This left Situ Cheng on the stage completely bewildered, wondering what this silly kid was imagining this time.

He turned his head and glanced at his senior brother.

The middle-aged scholar sat in a chair, watching the two young men on the stage with great interest.

But his main attention was focused on Chu Huaixu.

The scene before him actually seemed very familiar to him.

It was just like when he used to instruct his junior brothers.

It may seem like every victory is a narrow one, and that he is only slightly better than his junior brother, but in reality, it is just a matter of giving incredibly precise guidance.

Sword Master never imagined that he would see a reflection of his own style of doing things in a young man from the Daoist sect.

Well, sure enough, Geng Tianhe on the arena was amused just like Situ Cheng when he sparred with the Sword Master.

"It feels so good! It feels so good!" he exclaimed.

Situ Cheng watched from the side with a furrowed brow.

Although he didn't know why he was like this.

I can't quite put my finger on it, but my brows just started furrowing on their own.

The fight on the ring was evenly matched.

Chu Huaixu didn't even use his Heart Sword to suppress the sword cultivator.

He feared that the power of the Heart Sword was too oppressive and would affect Geng Tianhe's comprehension of the sword.

After so many battles, Geng Tianhe finally decided to use the sword techniques he learned from his master, Sword Master.

The East-West Continents competition has actually been going on for more than a month now.

During this period, he received various guidance from his Sword Master Uncle, and in the past two days he has been comprehending within his Sword Domain. His swordsmanship has improved by leaps and bounds, far beyond what is now considered a beginner's skill.

Geng Tianhe shouted and unleashed his sword technique.

He was using the [Azure Sky Flame], which he had already cultivated to the minor completion stage.

The next moment, a sword aura slashed down on him, even faster than he was.

Upon seeing the familiar sword energy, the Sword Sect prodigy's eyes widened instantly.

"This is!!!"

—The celestial fire of the heavens, yet a state of great accomplishment.

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