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The scene at Wuzhang Rock not only terrified the watching Daoist Disciples, but also left the leaders of various sects in shock.
Yang Long of the Yinshan Yang Family was renowned for his exceptional talent among his peers. Some claimed he was at the Core Formation Stage, others said he had reached the Nascent Soul Realm, and some even believed he was at the Dao Fruit Realm. He could arrogantly bind his hands and still defeat the top disciples of other sects using only a fraction of his power. If it were known that he not only possessed the highest talent but also held a Perfect Golden Core, with the potential to surpass the Supreme and become a Saint in the future, it would surely evoke sighs of admiration from many.
Dongfang Jiu's words, along with Yang Xuanzong's shouts, stirred some suspicions among the crowd.
The long-lost One Sword Technique had reappeared in the Daoist Sect. With just one strike, Thousand Rain Master Luo merged with her sword, and no one could see her speed. The top-ranked disciple of the Young Generation of the Daoist Sect, Yang Long, had fallen.
In the Daoist World, there were countless lost Ultimate Techniques and many more that had been passed down. However, none dared to confront the One Sword Technique head-on; they all chose to avoid its edge.
Over a hundred years ago, chaos erupted in the Daoist Sect, leading to wars that affected countless innocent lives. Forbidden techniques were unleashed, and Ultimate Techniques emerged, resulting in untold civilian casualties during what became known as the Daoist Dark Turmoil. During this time of Warlord Chaos and impending unification, many talented individuals emerged.
Among these extraordinary figures was one man whose sword left a trail of blood wherever he went—Miao Zhong, known as the Sword Saint and regarded as the greatest of Arched Eyebrows.
Sword Saint Miao Zhong was adopted by Miao Yujin, the Old Sect Leader of Arched Eyebrows. At that time, there was a Mountain Guardian Maiden who was Miao Zhong's master. During the turmoil in the Daoist Sect, this female Daoist was killed by warlords. The Arched Eyebrows sect faced siege due to possessing two Ancient Famous Swords, leading to severe injuries for the Old Sect Leader. Later on, Sword Saint Miao Zhong secluded himself for ten years to comprehend his path and hone his swordsmanship. Upon emerging from seclusion, he defeated all challengers with ease.
The Dark Turmoil of the Daoist Sect a century ago was not ended by Sword Saint Miao Zhong; however, his reputation as a Sword Saint was unparalleled. Before his disappearance, anyone who encountered him would retreat in fear. The Emei Disciples were also held in high regard wherever they went.
Under the One Sword Technique, all laws fell silent; nothing could withstand its power.
As for the One Sword Technique itself, it was rumored to consist of three hundred sixty-five ordinary sword techniques that merged into one at an incredible speed—this was its essence.
It seemed simple enough. Yet throughout history, no one had ever achieved it. Even the concept of the One Sword Technique originated from the Swordsmanship Sage. When Wudang Founder Zhang Sanfeng created his Taiji Sword Technique at an advanced age, he shook his head in disbelief at the notion of achieving such a feat. While sword masters could train three hundred sixty-five techniques into a few dozen or even Three Swords by refining their essence and discarding their flaws, mastering it into one single sword was deemed utterly impossible; no one knew its secrets.
After the Sword Saint's disappearance, leadership within Emei continued to be held by women but declined over generations. By Miao Shengnan's time, she barely reached the initial stages of Mahayana Realm—just enough to meet large sect standards.
Large sects traditionally interacted with each other through exchanges and competitions among disciples. It was said that Rain Master Luo was an orphan adopted by Miao Shengnan who devoted herself entirely to sword practice. Whenever she appeared, she looked disheveled; despite being favored by Miao Shengnan and being reticent in nature without possessing the appearance or eloquence typical of top disciples from large sects, those who sparred with her were deeply impressed. She could effortlessly defeat her peers without relying on sword energy and always drew her sword out of respect for her opponents during every engagement.
Everyone knows that someone with her level of skill doesn't even need to draw her sword.
So even though Rain Master Luo has an ordinary appearance and speaks in a common manner, in the eyes of the Emei Female Disciple, she is still the Senior Sister.
It is widely rumored in the martial world that Senior Sister Arched Eyebrows possesses the grace of the Old Sword Saint, and that she has a worthy successor. The title of Female Sword Saint is merely a compliment.
Among the disciples of various sects, who isn't praised as the best in a hundred years, the most talented in five hundred years, or an unparalleled prodigy in a millennium?
Yet at this moment, Rain Master Luo killed the much-lauded top talent Yang Long in an instant as she drew her sword on Wuzhang Rock.
From Yang Xuanzong's words, it seems she used the One Sword Technique.
No one at the scene cheered, including the disciples of Emei Sect. Not only did they not cheer, but the faces of the Emei Disciples also turned grim.
Everyone knows that there exists a certain balance of power among the major sects, emphasizing mutual restraint. The Emei Sect, supported solely by Miao Shengnan, is relatively weak. Although it is a Millennium Great Sect, it pales in comparison to the Yang Family.
This competition was essentially just a show.
Among the Five Great Supremes and the two major sects, the strongest are Serpent Cult and Yinshan Yang Family, followed by Sword Pavilion. It is only natural for ownership of the Book of Life and Death to belong to one of the three Supreme Sects. Among them, the Yang Family is particularly formidable because both Yang Long and Li Chang'an are experts at the Ascendant stage. The other sects have only one expert at that level, while Yin Mountain has more elders who have reached Dao Fruit than other sects.
Thus, when Yang Xuanzong proposed this disciple competition, it was merely a performance among the Five Major Sects. Aside from Dongfang Yuqing, who genuinely wanted to win to rescue Yang Hao, few believed anyone could defeat Yang Long. The Book of Life and Death must be handed over to a sect for some reasonable justification.
Divine Serpent Cult Leader Nangong entrusted his Flame Demon Orb to his son Nangong Lin, who still cannot match Yang Long. Sword Pavilion's top disciple Dongfang Zhen would likely fare even worse. Although Wudang's Zhang Xing has cultivated the Star-Moon Secret Classic and mastered Wudang Sword Qi Slash, Wudang's true Ultimate Techniques are actually Righteous Qi, Taiji Sword, and their rarely seen sacred artifact, the Big Dipper Seven Star Sword.
The Wudang Seven Star Sword Formation was derived from the techniques of the Seven Star Sword.
Some speculated that the reason Zhang Ziling, the leader of the Wudang Sect, agreed to the duel with Zhang Xing was likely due to the legendary sword from years past.
Meanwhile, Dongfang Yuqing, possessing the Five Element Sword, had injured Zhang Ziling during their encounter in the Kunlun Secret Realm. Under the Five Elements Sword Technique, she had also emerged victorious against Yang Long, making her a strong contender.
No one paid attention to Rain Master Luo, an obscure female disciple of Arched Eyebrows.
At nearly thirty, Rain Master Luo was of average appearance and spoke little. Who would take notice of such a woman?
Yet now, she had slain the extraordinary talent Yang Long. What was supposed to be a mere performance turned deadly; no disciple from any sect would die in such a situation. Even if there were dangers, they all had means to escape, and the Five Great Sect Leaders would intervene in time.
But with the execution of the One Sword Technique, no one could stop it.
Turning around, Rain Master Luo held her sword as if it had never been drawn. She looked at the leaders of the various sects and declared, "I have won. Does this mean I possess the power of life and death over Yang Hao?"
"Yushi Luo, you rebellious disciple! Who allowed you to kill?!" Miao Shengnan exclaimed, her face pale as she realized the gravity of the situation.
If the members of the Yang Family united against her, it would only be a matter of time before Arched Eyebrows was destroyed.
"I have won. Do I not possess the power of life and death over Yang Hao?" Rain Master Luo insisted.
"Quickly save Long! Preserve his Soul and Golden Elixir!" urged Yang Xuanzong, but no one paid attention to Rain Master Luo.
The Nine Elders of the Yang Family leaped onto Wuzhang Rock, chanting sacrificial spells. From Yang Long's corpse, a Golden Elixir floated out, accompanied by a flickering Soul.
"It’s the Nine-Tier Golden Elixir!" someone gasped in astonishment.
"Perfect and flawless, crystal clear, without a single blemish. This is most likely the Perfect Golden Core!" someone corrected.
The Sword Sect Master Dongfang Jiu smiled slightly and said, "It seems it really is the Perfect Golden Core. This is going to be interesting; a treasure unseen for hundreds of years has been chopped down by a single sword. Haha."
Seeing that Yang Long's Soul and Golden Core were preserved, the Yang Family Elders all breathed a sigh of relief. Li Chang'an and Yang Xuanzong were furious. Li Chang'an pointed at Miao Shengnan and shouted, "Miao Master, you have trained such a good disciple!"
"Kill!" Yang Xuanzong's gaze was venomous, his voice icy.
Li Chang'an flew onto the stage and struck towards Rain Master Luo with a palm.
"Let me handle this!" Miao Shengnan exclaimed anxiously, stepping in front of Li Chang'an. She struck towards Rain Master Luo's chest, sending him flying backward, blood spewing from his mouth as he fell beside me.
Miao Shengnan said, "My disciple made a mistake; I will punish her myself. There’s no need for you to intervene. Besides, Yang Long's Soul and Golden Core are both intact; he can still be reborn with another body!"
Li Chang'an retorted, "Miao Changmen is too lenient. No matter how good a new body is, it cannot compare to one's own. Your female disciple acted recklessly, silently severing the dragon's physical form and severely damaging the future foundation of Yin Mountain. She deserves to be executed!"
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