Chapter 186
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Chapter 186: Thunderbolt
Glancing at Wang Chen, who was fully immersed in comprehending swordsmanship, Changchun’s gaze drifted back to the exquisite food box before him.
The food box was truly a sight to behold.
Its purple copper handle, golden trim, and body crafted from black sandalwood were adorned with intricate silver-white cloud patterns.
It was both delicate and opulent.
The red character for "blessing" etched on the side of the box effortlessly evoked memories for this Purple Palace master.
A faint trace of warmth flickered in his otherwise indifferent eyes.
This was a distinctive take-out food box from Fuman Tower in Yunhu City, designed to keep food warm and fresh for extended periods.
Back when Changchun was still a Qi Training cultivator, he often brought treats like lotus cakes and peach blossom pastries from Fuman Tower for his wife, making this box all too familiar to him.
But now, with his beloved gone, he had not returned to Yunhu City, the quaint town his wife had adored.
Changchun couldn’t tell whether Wang Chen had chosen this intentionally or not, using Fuman Tower’s food box to present spiritual food as an offering to his master.
Yet, it undeniably stirred something deep within him.
Changchun had many disciples, but most of these relationships were transactional, with clear terms.
He accepted spirit stones, bestowed the title of true disciples, and provided guidance for a fee—a straightforward exchange.
Though this had earned him the nickname “Spirit Stone Master,” Changchun remained unbothered.
Who decreed that a master must selflessly devote themselves to their disciples?
Cultivators drew their strength from within; how could they expect their disciples to care for them in old age?
Disciples who truly moved Changchun to value their talent were exceedingly rare!
With these thoughts in mind, Changchun picked up the silver chopsticks resting beside the food box and lifted a steaming piece of bear paw to his lips.
He paused, slightly surprised.
Most Qi Training cultivators relied on spiritual rice and spiritual meat to aid their cultivation.
Three meals a day were indispensable.
After breaking through to open a house, some Purple Palace cultivators drastically reduced their appetite, finding sustenance in purple qi at dawn and moonlight at night, supplemented by yellow essence and ganoderma to maintain their pristine bodies.
Yet, there were also Purple Palace cultivators who were meticulous about their meals, demanding the finest quality for each of their three daily servings.
It was not uncommon for them to spend dozens, even hundreds, of spirit stones on a single meal.
As for those who indulged in extravagance, their daily expenditures were beyond the imagination of ordinary cultivators!
Changchun belonged to the first category of Purple Palace cultivators, having long forsaken meat.
Had it not been for the emotions stirred within him today, he would never have touched the chopsticks.
Taking a single bite of bear paw was already a significant gesture of favor toward Wang Chen!
Changchun was taken by surprise.
The bear paw was as tender as tofu, its sweet and rich flavor so exquisite that it even tempted him, a man accustomed to a vegetarian diet!
Changchun’s expression turned slightly peculiar.
Meanwhile, Wang Chen, wholly absorbed in comprehending the intricacies of swordsmanship, remained oblivious to his master’s unusual demeanor.
As the old saying goes, "A single word from a true disciple can convey the wisdom of a thousand teachings!"
Earlier, with a mere Pointed Finger of Insight from Changchun, a radiant method seed had instantly manifested within Wang Chen’s Sea of Consciousness.
Thunderbolt sword technique!
This swordsmanship emphasized power and could be cultivated from the Qi Training Realm all the way to the Purple Palace level.
Unlike the techniques acquired from the library, the method seed bestowed by Changchun not only contained the complete set of sword techniques but also encapsulated all of his profound insights and experiences in mastering this swordsmanship.
This was far more valuable than the swordsmanship itself!
These insights would enable Wang Chen to grasp the essence of the technique with greater ease.
However, the method seed contained an overwhelming amount of information.
Thus, Wang Chen spent a considerable amount of time organizing and assimilating it, gradually gaining a glimmer of enlightenment.
Quietly, a new entry appeared in the skill section of his Cultivation Panel.
【Thunderbolt Sword Technique (Beginner): 0/100】
Wang Chen suddenly opened his eyes, a Blade-like Gleam flickering within his dark gaze.
He rose abruptly, forming a sword gesture with his hand and pointing forward, causing the Fire Crow Sword on his back to leap from its sheath in an instant.
In a flash, the flying sword shot toward the direction he indicated!
The sword sliced through the air, its gleaming blade crackling with a lightning aspect, moving at a speed that far surpassed his previous limits of sword control.
It vanished from Wang Chen’s sight in the blink of an eye.
Yet, his spirit maintained a profoundly mysterious connection with the flying Fire Crow Sword.
Just as the distance grew too great and the spiritual link was on the verge of breaking, he decisively recalled the flying sword!
Clang!
In an instant, the Fire Crow Sword returned to its sheath.
Wang Chen couldn’t help but smile with joy.
The destructive power of the Thunderbolt sword technique had far exceeded his expectations.
And this was only the beginning.
Once he cultivated it to its highest level, he would be able to unleash thunderous sword energy.
Overcoming adversity!
This was the true path of a sword cultivator, a method befitting the title of the strongest in battle.
As Wang Chen emerged from his state of joy, he noticed that the sky had begun to darken.
He had actually been immersed in comprehension for nearly an entire day!
Wang Chen was startled and quickly turned his gaze towards Changchun’s location.
There sat the Purple Palace master, still perched upon the large stone, but now accompanied by a purple sandalwood table, a calming incense burner, and a red clay tea kettle…
He was savoring tea, without the presence of any maidservants.
Wang Chen promptly saluted and said, "Master, I apologize for keeping you waiting."
"It wasn’t too long," Changchun replied.
Changchun’s gaze upon Wang Chen was peculiar: "I didn’t expect you to grasp the Thunderbolt sword technique so swiftly."
Internally, he was far from the calm and composed demeanor he displayed.
The method seed Changchun had bestowed upon Wang Chen encapsulated his lifelong insights into the Thunderbolt sword technique.
It also touched upon numerous profound principles of the sword path.
The Purple Palace master truly hadn’t anticipated that Wang Chen would cross the threshold so rapidly.
Although he was still a step away from true mastery, this had already left Changchun thoroughly astonished.
Wang Chen’s talent surpassed even his expectations.
Perhaps, he had found a true disciple capable of inheriting his sword path!
Wang Chen spoke with genuine gratitude, "It’s all thanks to your guidance, Master!"
In reality, Wang Chen’s talent in the sword path was not as exceptional as Changchun believed.
His rapid progress was primarily due to his master-level Sword Control; learning the Thunderbolt sword technique on such a solid foundation naturally yielded remarkable efficiency.
Secondly, it was attributed to Wang Chen’s formidable spirit.
The information within the method seed granted by Changchun was vast; an ordinary cultivator could never have sorted through it so quickly, let alone comprehend the sword technique.
Moreover, over the past few months, the Purple Palace master’s guidance on the sword path had been invaluable.
Wang Chen first cultivated his sword momentum, making the subsequent learning of the Thunderbolt sword technique much more manageable.
But this misunderstanding was inconsequential.
With a robust Cultivation Panel and abundant Virtue points, it was only a matter of time before Wang Chen advanced the Thunderbolt sword technique to the level of thunderous sword energy!
Changchun raised his hand, about to offer some words of encouragement.
Suddenly, a sharp voice pierced through the Peach Blossom Forest, striking both his and Wang Chen’s ears.
"Changchun, come out here!"
Changchun’s face stiffened instantly, revealing an unprecedented embarrassment.
He even appeared somewhat flustered.
Wang Chen lowered his head, focusing his gaze on his nose and heart, silently reciting the magical spell, "This has nothing to do with me."
That voice sounded all too familiar!
