Sword Intent!
As Qi Baiyan's words fell, everyone's expression changed.
What a joke, this sword cultivator actually comprehended Sword Intent in this first trial?
However, their expressions soon turned solemn. Although the elder before them had been dead for countless years, he was once the Sect Master of the Sacred Sect. Such discernment would not be wrong.
"Are we witnessing the birth of a Sword Grandmaster?"
"This person is actually a great sword cultivator, we truly misjudged him. Now that he has comprehended Sword Intent, he is a genuine Sword Grandmaster! And this person's age... sigh, it's all about who you're born to, why is the gap so large."
Sword Grandmaster, Sword Intent, is the most prominent mark. One can say that a great sword cultivator is a quasi-Sword Grandmaster, but after comprehending Sword Intent, they are a bona fide Sword Grandmaster!
And at this moment, they were witnessing the birth of a Sword Grandmaster!
However, just then, Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng exchanged glances and simultaneously launched an attack towards Li Xuan.
"Hmph!"
Seeing this, everyone exclaimed in shock. At such close range, if Li Xuan's enlightenment were to be ruined by an attack from Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng, it would be a disaster. However, Qi Baiyan snorted coldly and with a wave of his hand, instantly sent Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng flying.
"This child's ability to enter enlightenment and comprehend Sword Intent means he will be a future pillar of our human race. You two, daring to try and sever the future of our human race?" Qi Baiyan's face showed a hint of anger, seemingly displeased with Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng's sneak attack.
"Senior, this child has previously killed many of our brethren, robbing them for treasures. If he succeeds in his enlightenment, more of our fellow Daoists will likely perish at his hands in the future. Our actions were to preemptively curb such a situation."
Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng clearly did not expect Qi Baiyan to repel them with a single wave of his hand. After hearing Qi Baiyan's words, they immediately understood that the elder before them would likely not allow them to kill Li Xuan. However, the elder's mention of the greater good of the human race gave Bu Jing Lei an idea for a solution.
You say it's for the future of the human race, then we are also for the future of the human race. Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng believed that once Qi Baiyan knew these facts, he would inevitably turn his attention to Li Xuan.
However, Qi Baiyan's subsequent words made them freeze.
"This child possesses a firm mind and will, how could he be a indiscriminate killer? You two are taking advantage of his vulnerability, that is the behavior of petty men. If not for the fact that you two possess some potential, this old man would have to act on behalf of heaven today!"
Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng's expressions shifted for a moment. They then bowed to Qi Baiyan and retreated to the side. They knew that killing Li Xuan at this moment was impossible.
"The growth of a sword cultivator is inherently difficult. For this person to have reached this point through his physical body is no small feat. His current enlightenment further highlights his talent in the way of the sword. Although this person is not from my Myriad Sword Sect, if you have any further intentions, I will intervene," Jian Chi said calmly to Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng. Without sparing them another glance, he turned his gaze towards Li Xuan.
A flicker of anger flashed in Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng's eyes upon hearing Jian Chi's words, but they knew that now was not the time for further disputes. They ignored Jian Chi and immediately sat down to recover their breath. Although Qi Baiyan had not suppressed them, that single move had already caused their internal energies to churn.
Jian Chi's words also drew the attention of Pei Dan and others, who were clearly puzzled as to why Jian Chi would speak in defense of a stranger. Instead, a glint of light flashed in the eyes of the unknown woman beside them, and her gaze towards Jian Chi held a newfound approval.
Time passed gradually, and the Sword Intent emanating from Li Xuan grew stronger. Within a three-meter radius centered on Li Xuan, Sword Intent surged. As Jian Chi and Qi Baiyan watched this scene, a look of admiration reappeared in their eyes.
"Legend has it that a great sword cultivator who initially comprehends Sword Intent and can reach six feet has the qualification to aspire to Sword Master. Seven feet, the qualification to aspire to Sword Emperor. Above eight feet, it is the potential of a Sword Immortal. This person, at his initial comprehension, has already reached ten feet. To what extent is this person's understanding of the sword truly powerful!"
Jian Chi did not hesitate to praise Li Xuan, but his words were tinged with reverence. A peer who could aspire to Sword Immortal, to a sword cultivator like Jian Chi, brought both pressure and motivation.
Upon hearing this, Pei Dan and the others also changed their expressions. This sword cultivator possessed such terrifying potential!
The ranks of sword cultivators are divided into Sword Cultivator, Great Sword Cultivator, Sword Grandmaster, Sword Master, Sword Emperor, Sword Immortal, Great Sword Immortal, Sword Saint!
If this sword cultivator were to grow, perhaps even the Twelve Sects would have to look up to him. Sword Immortals, even in the Central Region, are few in number, and these existences are almost all within the Six Great Sacred Lands.
"We must recruit this person into the sect!" Jian Chi thought to himself. As a sword cultivator, Jian Chi understood the value of the sword cultivator before him. If he could become a disciple of the Myriad Sword Sect, it would be capital for the Myriad Sword Sect to potentially elevate to the ranks of the Six Great Sacred Lands.
Time passed quickly. Five minutes later, Li Xuan's eyes snapped open. As if sensing something, Li Xuan glanced at the Sword Intent surrounding his body and then, with a thought, drew it all back into himself. Li Xuan smiled, clearly surprised to have entered enlightenment again in this place. And his Sword Intent had finally been fully comprehended.
Next, under the watchful eyes of Pei Dan and the others, Li Xuan took a step forward with great ease. On the one hundred and eighth step, Li Xuan stood firm. As the pressure of gravity disappeared, sword light and spiritual energy surged from Li Xuan's left leg. Filaments of flesh and blood grew, and his left leg soon healed completely.
"Congratulations, Sword Grandmaster," the unknown woman said with a slight nod as Li Xuan ascended steadily.
"A stroke of luck," Li Xuan replied with a smile, then cupped his fists in return.
"First trial, thirteen successful participants. You may rest for fifteen minutes, after which the second trial will commence." With Li Xuan's success, Qi Baiyan announced. In truth, everyone had long since rested, but Li Xuan had only just passed and ascended. They understood that this fifteen-minute interval was ultimately for Li Xuan.
"Elder Qi, may I resolve a personal matter?" At this moment, Li Xuan suddenly looked at Qi Baiyan and asked. Pei Dan and the others were startled. This sword cultivator wanted to settle a personal matter? Immediately, Pei Dan and the others turned their gazes towards Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng.
Could it be that this sword cultivator intended to seek trouble with Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng?
"You may," Qi Baiyan replied after a moment of deliberation.
"Thank you, Senior," Li Xuan said with a grin. However, his expression quickly turned cold as he looked directly at Bu Jing Lei and Kun Peng. "You two, you tried to sneak attack me while I was in enlightenment. We should settle this score first. Otherwise, this knot in my heart simply won't untangle!"