The weapons I forge are absolutely flawless.

This was a sword dance unique to Jessica, as gentle as flowing water, with every movement precise and fluid, as if only this one person and her sword remained in the world.

This sword dance was so captivating that even Vena himself was mesmerized, let alone the holy sword.

Noticing that someone was lost in thought and lagging behind, Jessica waved a white silk ribbon, deftly wrapped it around his wrist, and pulled him close with a forceful tug.

With just a glance, Vina understood Jessica's intention.

Without further hesitation, he placed his hands on the hilt of the white-sleeved sword and danced with Jessica.

The two gradually merged their auras, and their sword moves, which were initially independent, eventually became one, exhibiting an indescribable sense of harmonious beauty.

This move seems to have pleased the Holy Sword.

Even though they were less than thirty meters away, the pressure they shared was far less than it had been in the first fifty meters.

Just when Vena thought he could successfully touch the holy sword, an unexpected event occurred.

His body suddenly crashed into an invisible wall of energy, and his originally smooth and harmonious sword dance momentarily froze.

In that instant, the pressure around them suddenly increased, as if the entire space was repelling their approach.

At the last moment, the Holy Sword finally remembered that it was being tested and released its fierce pressure again, trying to dissuade the two from retreating.

"Let them pass!"

Felix roared and charged up from the back.

His eyes turned crimson, and he was surrounded by a power completely opposite to that of the Emblem user, clearly indicating that he had entered a demonic state.

This power propelled his strength to unprecedented heights, but it also provoked the Holy Sword to mount a full-scale counterattack, with a terrifying recoil force rushing straight towards Felix.

With a muffled "thud," Felix was sent flying several times faster than when he arrived, his body gushing blood mist.

Although the Holy Sword severely injured Felix with its attack, it also loosened the barrier in front of the two, leaving them only five meters away from the Holy Sword.

"Kaka——"

Under the overwhelming pressure of the holy sword, Jessica's body finally began to give way, and her bones started to crack.

Her brows furrowed, a hint of disappointment flashing in her eyes: "Still not working..."

"It's not over yet!" Viner's angry shout exploded like thunder, which invigorated Jessica. "You have paved the way for me to this point. If I fail this trial, wouldn't I be letting you down?"

He gripped Jessica's hand tightly, and two streams of magic energy surged into the white snow in his sleeves at the same time.

"Bai Xia Punishment!"

Vina also adopted the same posture as Jessica, the two like twins of ice and snow.

With the boost of this explosive force, the distance suddenly closed.

Three meters, two meters, one meter!

This mere meter is like an insurmountable chasm, impossible to cross even with the utmost effort.

The two exchanged a glance, understood each other's intentions, and gathered all the remaining magical energy within their bodies.

The blade of the white snow-covered sleeve suddenly extended rapidly at that moment.

"drink!"

With a shout, the two pushed their swords forward another step, and the extended ice blades finally touched the holy sword.

With a "snap," time seemed to stand still, and the pressure around the two of them was instantly relieved.

It was as if only this sword existed in the world.

Chapter 548 The Emblem Wielder Recorded by the Holy Sword

The holy sword unleashed a powerful burst of sword energy once more.

This time, however, it was no longer a cold test, but a gentle yet domineering force that coursed through their veins.

This aura was like a blend of raging fire and clear spring water, tempering the body and nourishing the soul. The injuries caused by the trial began to heal and be nourished rapidly, even becoming stronger than before.

Even more surprisingly, the sword energy continuously replenished the almost depleted magic energy in their bodies, like a dried-up riverbed receiving sweet dew.

Every trace of magic essence was refined to a purer state, and the auras of the three people improved significantly in a short period of time, showing a faint trend of breakthrough.

"Ah... I can't eat anymore, I really can't eat anymore."

The Holy Sword paid special attention to Felix, who had provoked it twice, and regardless of whether Felix could absorb the sword energy in time, it forcefully poured it into Felix's body.

In a short while, Felix had already broken through to the level of a seventh-order Emblem Master.

But the Holy Sword did not give up; there were still a line of sword energies waiting for him.

Felix realized that he would eventually burst from this pressure, so he poured all the sword energy he couldn't digest into Tensuo Zangetsu.

"Is this a reward?"

Vina felt the power surging within her.

He was certain that all the buffs he had previously applied had been dispelled by the Holy Sword.

The newly generated magic essence was so refined that it was in no way inferior to the state he was in when he unleashed the One-Sword Asura technique.

Although he was still one step away from becoming a seventh-tier emblem master, the injection of this power saved him at least half a year.

If such magical essence is used to activate the One-Sword Asura Burning Technique, not only will the explosive power be doubled, but the duration can also be extended by at least 100%.

That alone makes the trip worthwhile.

"Can you let go now?"

Jessica's voice rang in Vina's ears.

The two remained in the same posture, holding the same sword, so close that they could clearly feel each other's breathing.

If the previous situation was to resist the pressure brought by the Holy Sword, then after completing the trial, this intimate state made the atmosphere in the air more subtle.

"Let me feel it again," Venere said, feigning composure.

"You'd better talk about the Holy Sword."

Jessica snorted coldly, shook off Vina's hand without hesitation, and took a step back to increase the distance between them.

Her cheeks were slightly flushed, clearly still recalling what had just happened.

"Cough, I feel like after using the White Glow Punishment two or three more times, my skin should return to its previous state," Venus said, rubbing her wrist.

Even after the Baixia punishment ends, its effects on improving skin and temperament are retained to some extent.

This is true not only for Jessica, but also for Vina.

His face was more handsome than ever before, which is why Lisette jokingly remarked to Venus that he had become quite good-looking.

"Which one do you prefer?" Jessica suddenly asked, her eyes filled with inquiry.

“Wouldn’t it be a bit greedy of me to say I like them all?” Wiener countered.

"You have to have the ability to do that."

Jessica tucked her white sleeves and walked toward the holy sword.

The holy sword that had nearly destroyed the demon god was now right before her eyes, and even she couldn't help but feel her heart race.

The previous trials were merely to give them a chance to try and draw the holy sword.

Now, the real test begins.

“Keep a close eye on me,” Jessica instructed.

With the example of the past, how could she allow Venus to challenge the Holy Sword before her?

Jessica took a deep breath, extended her right hand, and gently placed her palm on the hilt of the holy sword.

The instant she touched the holy sword, a dazzling light suddenly erupted, and the holy sword began to transform into a stream of light.

Legend has it that the holy sword will transform into the form most suitable for the user based on their characteristics, and this is not an exaggeration.

Twelve clusters of light shot out from the Holy Sword and floated above Jessica's head. Each cluster of light emitted a different aura, representing those emblem wielders who had reached the level of founding their own sects and were recorded by the Holy Sword.

These forces are all unique, ranging from fiery and violent to imposing and oppressive, while one particular spot of light exudes a strong chill.

What she had to do was defeat them.

A sense of tension and anticipation rose in Jessica's heart. Before she could think any further, her consciousness was forcibly pulled into another space.

It was a completely blank world, without sky, without earth, and even the passage of time was hard to perceive; the only thing to rely on was the white snow in his hand.

"So it's a sword with the same ice attribute?" A clear voice broke the silence.

The figure of a young man slowly emerged, holding a long sword whose blade gleamed with a cold, eerie blue light.

Jessica recognized the sword; it was called Admira, the sword of the Frost Sword Saint.

Rufry's gaze fell on Jessica's sword, a meaningful smile playing on his lips.

"I am Rufry Lafner, and I hope you can go further than I have."

He hadn't drawn his sword yet, but a thin layer of frost had already gathered around him, and the chill seemed to freeze the empty space.

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"Do we have to pass another test to pull out the Holy Sword?" Felix, who had finally caught his breath, walked over to Venus and asked.

The terrifying pressure that had been pressing down on everyone, making it almost impossible for them to breathe, had now all contracted to a three-foot radius around the holy sword.

This change is not due to a weakening of the Holy Sword's power, but rather because it actively concentrates the pressure to form an invisible barrier, protecting the trial recipient from external interference.

"Yes, Jessica should be in the Sword Saint's consciousness space, fighting against the Heralds he has recorded over the years."

Wiener's gaze sharpened slightly as he pointed to the dozen or so orbs of light in the air and explained.

The power, skills, and even the will of those who once came into contact with the Holy Sword were recorded by the Holy Sword, becoming a test that those who came after them had to face.

This scene was all too familiar to Viner; it was a similar situation every time he used Gondoraf to immerse his mind in the weapon.

However, the level displayed by the Holy Sword is clearly far beyond that of ordinary weapons.

Although he only used sword energy from beginning to end, he could heal wounds like the Tenseiga and send people into the weapon to gain insights, just like Gondola.

This holy sword is clearly more than just a sword.

"So how long will this situation last?" Felix asked, staring at the orb of light.

“You should ask her how long she can hold on.” Viner shook her head, clearly unsure.

The passage of time in the spiritual world is unpredictable; sometimes it is as long as a year, and sometimes as short as an instant.

Tilisa had told him that after passing the first test, he would suffer a backlash only if he forcibly pulled out the holy sword.

Wiener naturally hoped that Jessica could hold on for as long as possible.

In that instant, the first sphere of light suddenly shattered, transforming into countless tiny spots of light that swirled around Jessica before gradually merging into her body.

"It seems she has passed the first hurdle," Viner said with relief.

Chapter 549 Tilisa: I don't have a disciple like you!

On the tenth day of the trial, the sky remained clear.

Only two spheres of light remained suspended in mid-air around the Holy Sword.

Jessica maintained the same posture as before. After ten days without eating a single grain of rice, her breathing became even more stable.

During this time, Venere and Felix took turns staying by her side to ensure there would be no interference.

The freed-up time was used to repair the Yukikaze and, incidentally, to give Doni his first sword lessons.

"No, no! Don't let your attention be distracted by the other side so easily. Look at your own footwork, it's a complete mess." Felix said with exasperation.

He mostly interacted with top-tier swordsmen, or at least someone like Vina, who grasped techniques and concepts like a sponge.

Facing Doni, who had no prior experience, truly gave Felix a headache.

"Phew—I get it, let's do it again, Master Felix!"

Doni gritted his teeth, got up from the ground, adjusted his posture, and raised the wooden sword in his hand again.