**Chapter 205: This Can Also Score Points?**
Sword intent is the supreme essence in swordsmanship training. It surpasses the complicated sword stances and techniques, directly pointing to the very essence of the sword path.
When a swordsman truly comprehends sword intent, all forms of sword techniques in the world become as illusory as floating clouds, losing their inherent restrictions.
Even with the most basic Qi Refinement power, one can easily break through seemingly indestructible god transformation defenses, displaying stunning might!
Sword intent—what every swordsman dreams of achieving!
At this moment, in the eyes of the demon cultivator, Yun Zhonghe seemed to be enveloped in a mysterious and profound sword intent, becoming one with it, like it was destined from the heavens.
In a daze, the demon cultivator even felt that the person standing before him was no longer just a Foundation Establishment cultivator with shallow cultivation but a true sword god controlling countless sword lights, looking down upon the world.
No… this shouldn’t be sword intent.
Although the demon cultivator felt a surge of surprise within, he quickly calmed down.
Carefully sensing the aura emanating from Yun Zhonghe, he realized that while it resembled sword intent, it was far from it—at best, it was merely a hazy breath of sword intent.
But even so, that tiny hint of sword intent was enough to leave people in awe.
Let’s be honest; even Yun Zhonghe was shocked.
“Is this for real? After a little ‘quality time’ with the sword spirit, I actually managed to comprehend this…”
Who would have thought that what Xue Yunjian said was true? After interacting with her, Yun Zhonghe really did make strides in the sword path, and the Eight Wilderness Sword Technique upgraded!
Is it true that love makes one stronger?
Originally, he wanted to comprehend the All-Encompassing Sword Technique, but instead, the Eight Wilderness Sword Technique leveled up.
Xue Yunjian: “Are you going to admit you felt something or not?”
Regardless, this upgrade came just in time.
Initially, the Eight Wilderness Sword Technique was merely of high quality in the mysterious tier, containing a total of eighteen sword moves. Now, after the breakthrough, it directly surpassed the tier’s limits and transformed into top-notch in the earthly tier, with its sword moves sprouting like bamboo shoots after rain, expanding to forty-eight moves!
After the upgrade, the expanded sword moves could directly connect to the fourth form of the Nine Heavens Sword – the Six Harmonies style.
Forty-eight and six, perfectly matching the name Eight Wilderness and Six Harmonies, as if every cosmic law was responding at this instant, making the sword techniques infinitely stronger than before—literally a qualitative leap!
With this surge of power, Yun Zhonghe’s aura became extraordinarily turbulent, turning the surroundings into an ancient and brutal battlefield, saturated with profound killing intent.
Every blade of grass and every tree, under his killing intent, seemed to transform into razor-sharp weapons.
With every step, d*ath followed!
Every step Yun Zhonghe took was accompanied by an irresistible aura of m*rder.
At this moment, the entire barrier seemed to have turned into Yun Zhonghe’s private playground; no subtle movement could escape his perception. Should he wish, even the gentlest breeze could become a deadly strike, taking an enemy’s head clean off.
This force intimidated the demon cultivator.
“This is true mind-sword unity… The transformation of sword techniques and sudden comprehension—it’s not just people who grow; even sword techniques can grow…”
Lin Zhongyu stared dumbfounded at Yun Zhonghe’s sword path, lost in admiration, completely forgetting that Yun Zhonghe was in peril.
The demon’s puppet was shaken by Yun Zhonghe’s overwhelming killing intent, to the point that it felt immobilized, its eyes flickering sporadically.
“His sword doesn’t just k*ll; it possesses the ability to drain life force, perfectly countering my magic…”
Controlling puppets requires instilling life force into them, making them extensions of one’s will.
When Yun Zhonghe’s Eight Wilderness and Six Harmonies Sword Technique cleaved through the puppet’s body, not only did it severely injure the puppet, but it also instantly drained the already scarce life force within.
This sudden blow weakened the bond between the demon cultivator and the puppet.
But…
“Hehehe~ Interesting~ It’s been a while since I’ve encountered someone this entertaining~”
Rather than getting angry, the demon cultivator looked delighted as the puppet’s eyes fixated on Yun Zhonghe, grinning with a sickly smile.
“You truly make me happy.”
“k*ll!”
With Yun Zhonghe’s furious roar, he flicked his wrist, unleashing six golden sword qi that screeched out, heading straight for the demon cultivator with an overwhelming might.
The sword qi danced, each imbued with terrifying power and a mysterious energy that drained life.
Sword qi in harmony, overlapping heavily, and generating a spiral effect on top of that, made the force climb exponentially, akin to a heavy artillery shell.
The air split with the sharp sound of the sword qi, nearly tearing through eardrums, as the entire barrier quaked under the pressure.
“So domineering! I like it! Do you enjoy shooting something this intense into my body?”
The puppet’s pupils contracted but continued to throw cunning taunts.
Its eyes glowed red as it suddenly let out a roar, going berserk, enveloped in black mist, and operating beyond its limits.
BANG!
The thundering sound wasn’t from the puppet blocking the sword qi with its fist.
No, it was the enraged puppet charging ahead with its head!
Lacking control, it decided to plunge in, exhausting all its life force just for the thrill.
“Ahahaha~ So exhilarating~ So exhilarating~”
The genderless cheers were filled with excitement.
……
“Faster, faster!”
On the other side, Su Xiaoxiao’s emotions were like waves whipped up by a storm, tumultuous and hard to quell. Her face turned pale with anxiety, her brows knotted, eyes brimming with worry and unease.
Reflecting on everything that just happened, Su Xiaoxiao finally understood why Yun Zhonghe had rejected her invitation and urged them to leave quickly.
Yun Zhonghe’s profound cultivation, remarkable talent—he must have sensed something unusual. To protect himself and everyone else’s safety, he intentionally pushed them away.
All the pieces of the puzzle fell into place in Su Xiaoxiao’s heart.
Every action, every glance from Yun Zhonghe, was filled with meaning.
He did this entirely to prevent the powerful demon cultivator’s puppet from harming them!
Thinking of this, everything that seemed odd about Yun Zhonghe earlier made sense, causing Su Xiaoxiao to grow increasingly anxious. She didn’t want anything to happen to him while protecting her!
Otherwise, she’d be filled with guilt for a lifetime!
Su Xiaoxiao bit her lip, the tide of guilt washing over her, nearly drowning her.
She recalled her misinterpretations of Yun Zhonghe and felt increasingly remorseful.
Yun Zhonghe had always cared for her, and she had misunderstood him from an impulse—making her feel utterly ashamed.
How could she misinterpret someone who had been so good to her? What right did she have to misunderstand Yun Zhonghe?
Flashes of her moments with Yun Zhonghe appeared in her mind, each one a beautiful memory.
Overcome with emotion, Su Xiaoxiao reached out to touch the silver-white ring on her left ring finger.
This ring was a gift from Yun Zhonghe, symbolizing their deep bond.
Though the metal felt cold against her skin, her heart surged with fiery warmth.
It felt like something was about to overflow.
But now, she didn’t have time to ponder this tangled mess of emotions, quickly wiping away the tears welling at the corners of her eyes with her sleeve, her face showing an unprecedented determination. This time, she was unafraid and filled with courage.
“Something big happened! A significant crisis! A demon cultivator has appeared in the sect!”
Su Xiaoxiao sped up, rushing to the Outer Gate’s main hall. The normally reserved her couldn’t care less about manners, pounding on the door like there was no tomorrow.
Every moment mattered, and there wasn’t a second to waste.
“What’s with the panic?” A voice, authoritative yet slightly irritated, called from within the hall, evidently disturbed by Su Xiaoxiao’s commotion.
Su Xiaoxiao felt a tremor but still clenched her fists and shouted, “A demon cultivator is in the Outer Gate dormitory area, targeting a disciple named Yun Zhonghe! The situation is critical; please send someone for rescue immediately!”
“Yun Zhonghe?!” This name ricocheted like thunder, echoing throughout the hall.
BANG!
And just like that, the large doors were thrown open with force, revealing a blazing figure speeding out like lightning.
It was a radiant figure, hot as fire and exuding an imposing presence—the Master of the Xuantian Sect, Qin Wushuang!
Qin Wushuang grasped Su Xiaoxiao tightly, his eyes flashing with seriousness and urgency.
Without a moment’s hesitation, he took Su Xiaoxiao and transformed into a beam of light, dashing towards Yun Zhonghe’s location.
“Who dares to harm my beloved nephew?!” Qin Wushuang’s roar resounded in the air, like a meteor falling through the night sky, filled with endless force and rage.
