Ruo Nan had no intention of defeating Wang Junbao in the same way again. That time, she had taken out the Guarding Heart Sword that had been resting in her Soul Ring for nearly three years, using the Nourishing Sword Technique to engage Wang Junbao in a fierce battle.
The most basic sword technique was the first sword art learned by all Outer Court disciples, so no one could fail to recognize that both were using the same moves. However, Bu Luo clearly demonstrated that Ruo Nan's swordsmanship was far more refined, suppressing Wang Junbao to the point where he could only defend and had no chance to counterattack.
That woman must have already broken through to the Golden Core Stage, right?
Shut up, Huo Lian thought. Although she was considered No Genius, she was currently stuck at Peak Foundation Establishment. Even though she had entered the Outer Court earlier than Ruo Nan, she didn’t believe it meant she was significantly weaker. Yet Ruo Nan always seemed to be a step ahead of her. Sometimes, she couldn’t help but wonder if just a slight difference could lead to such a gap.
It should be so. Junbao definitely wouldn’t let her down. Even if he hadn’t broken through yet, Chen Hua had given a fair assessment: that was simply the truth. If even an ordinary disciple wielding a sword from the academy could push Ruo Nan to use all her strength, then she would have long been made a laughingstock.
She had lost.
Hmm?
Just as Chen Hua exchanged a few words with Huo Lian, Wang Junbao had been defeated—thoroughly defeated. Ruo Nan did not hold back this time; instead of merely pointing out Wang Junbao’s flaws, she had utterly crushed him. The first move, Flowing Clouds Hanging Moon, sent Wang Junbao flying out of the Arena. He truly had been beaten to a pulp, blood streaming from multiple wounds. Fortunately, there were no fatal injuries; he had only suffered some pain.
Huo Lian sighed deeply and was about to head toward the Arena when she felt Chen Hua grab her arm. Startled, she found that Chen Hua had already rushed into the Arena ahead of her.
Junior Brother Chen Hua came specifically to challenge Ruo Nan. Sister, please! Chen Hua respectfully bowed to Ruo Nan, which made her expression darken.
She hadn’t expected that even the good-natured Chen Hua would be willing to step forward for someone else. Where had she gone wrong? Shouldn’t that position belong to her? Was there really someone more deserving of it than her? She felt indignant and wanted to ask why.
Was it just because this Junior Brother was powerful? Was it because she had distanced herself from those people? As Ruo Nan pondered this, her expression grew even darker when she saw Chen Hua draw out a Guarding Heart Sword. One person wielding a Guarding Heart Sword was one thing; two or three doing so felt like an insult to her. It was simply intolerable; those people were truly going too far.
Xiazhi walked over to Huo Lian, covering her mouth as she chuckled softly. "Is that Chen Shidi doing it on purpose? He knows a lot of other techniques, yet he insists on using the Guarding Heart Sword with the Nourishing Sword Technique. Isn't that just bullying?"
If he were here, he would also want to see that move. Just how many fundamental skills had that woman mastered?
As they spoke, the clash of swords echoed from the east. Due to the simplicity of the fundamental sword technique, there were no complex variations. As the name suggested, the Nourishing Sword Technique was not meant for slaughter; rather, it aimed to cultivate one's mind and spirit, allowing a person to maintain a calm demeanor while executing Dong Lai's sword technique. This made the movements appear slow, causing the nearby disciples who had come expecting a thrilling show to feel drowsy.
The two exchanged moves: one executed Immortal's Guidance while the other countered with Wind Sweeps Away the Clouds. Their exchanges seemed rehearsed, displaying an impressive level of synergy that made it look more like a choreographed performance than a fierce duel—rather dull for the audience.
The elders in the stands nodded in approval as they watched the two engage in their back-and-forth. They were surprised that these Outer Court disciples could grasp the true essence of the Nourishing Sword Technique; such talent was indeed rare.
I couldn't help but observe who these two were. Back in my day, there was no one like them.
If I recall correctly, that girl might be at the Golden Core Stage; it’s hard to say for sure.
No rush; that kid is not simple.
The elders exchanged comments about the match. Every demonstration in the Outer Court often showcased many talented individuals, but it was truly rare for them to earn such praise from the Elders.
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