Who Let Him Cultivate?! (WX)-Chapter 512: The Purpose of Comprehending the Sword Dao
“For your sword techniques to possess such power, it shows you already have some preliminary understanding of the Sword Dao. But to better comprehend the Sword Dao, you must first understand its fundamental essence.
“The so-called Sword Dao is the Great Dao’s supreme principles embodied within the sword. As for what those principles are, we’ll talk about that later.
“Have you ever wondered why your spirit root is called a Sword Spirit Root? Since a Sword Spirit Root exists, could there also be Saber Spirit Roots, Spear Spirit Roots, Staff Spirit Roots—or simply, weapon spirit roots?”
Lu Yang shook his head. The question had never crossed his mind. He simply felt that wielding the sword came naturally to him, as if he was born to be fated with the sword.
The Taciturn Daoist Priest continued, “The Sword Spirit Root is a mutation of the Metal Spirit Root. Metal Spirit Roots excel in the manipulation of minerals and offensive power, while the Sword Spirit Root abandons mineral manipulation and evolves its offensive power to the limit.
“Your Sword Spirit Root doesn’t signify that you’re innately fated with swords, but rather that you possess the most formidable offensive method—weapons. And among all weapons, the sword is the best vessel. Only by using the sword can you unleash your spirit root’s full potential.”
Lu Yang was puzzled. “But the spells I cast seem as powerful as my sword techniques.” If the Sword Spirit Root can really maximize one’s offensive power, shouldn’t the Sword Dao be the strongest?
Noticing Lu Yang’s perplexed expression, the Taciturn Daoist Priest paused for a moment before replying, “This proves an ancient saying.”
“What ancient saying?”
“Geniuses defy reason. All experience comes from those who came before, but these people haven’t seen it all. For example, none of them has ever encountered someone like you.
“Besides, if the Sword Spirit Root is truly the most powerful, why did none of the Four Ancient Immortals use swords? Why hasn’t anyone with a Sword Spirit Root become an immortal?”
Lu Yang refuted inwardly, Actually, there was one such person who could have become an immortal. It’s just that their mastery of Person and Sword as One was so perfect that he strangled that possibility with his own hands.
To be deemed a “strong adversary” by the Everlasting Immortal Fairy at the Transcendent Tribulation Stage speaks volumes about his prowess. The last person regarded as a “strong adversary” was that peerless genius who turned “Law Follows Words” into a passive ability.
Moreover, it’s not like immortals didn’t use swords. The Qilin Immortal frequently used swords. My Mingyue Sword had been reforged from one of his swords.
“Comprehending the Sword Dao requires a clear goal. Let me ask you, Little Yang, what’s your purpose in comprehending the Sword Dao?”
This question stumped Lu Yang for a long while. Ever since he began cultivating and using the sword, he had never considered his purpose. He had simply drifted along, cultivating without direction.
Slowly closing his eyes, he immersed himself in his ocean of memories, recalling the events that had transpired since he joined the sect.
After joining the sect, I made many friends. Although we often sabotaged and scammed each other, those were just jokes between friends. When I encountered problems, I’d look for my senior brothers and sisters for help, and they readily lent me a hand. Big Senior Sister mentored me, assisting me in building a solid foundation. She may be reticent, but I can feel her concern toward me...
When Lu Yang’s eyes reopened, they met the Taciturn Daoist Priest’s gaze with unwavering certainty as he voiced the answer in his heart.
“To protect!”
I want to protect everything beautiful in this world!
The Taciturn Daoist Priest thwacked Lu Yang’s head.
“Protect my ass! Who needs your protection—me or Little Yun?”
Lu Yang, “...”
Upon further thought, that is true. Meng Jingzhou and the others are peerless prodigies, while my senior brothers and sisters are stronger than me. I have to count on their backing when I’m outside. As for Big Senior Sister, nothing needs to be said. And there’s Shifu too. His enemies are far beyond me. It doesn’t seem like he needs protection either?
“Stop thinking about all this nonsense all day long! Didn’t you hear me? The sword is the most offensive weapon—the goal of comprehending the Sword Dao is naturally pursuing the ultimate offense!”
Lu Yang nodded docilely, admitting he had overthought.
The Taciturn Daoist Priest barked, “A sword cultivator needs to be pure! The purer your pursuit, the better your comprehension of the Sword Dao!
“The axiom ‘One Sword Breaks All Spells’ hints at the method of comprehending the Sword Dao!
“Also, think about your Breaking Word Mantra! Why is it the most powerful among all word mantras? Isn’t it because the character for ‘break’ represents the Sword Dao’s purpose?!”
As Lu Yang reflected on his journey of comprehending the Sword Dao, he realized it was indeed as his master had said. In the past, his focus had been singular, simply thinking about how to grow stronger through the Sword Dao—nothing more.
Unknowingly, this had aligned him with the highest method of comprehending the Sword Dao.
Although it seemed accidental, part of him had suspected this, having inferred it from the Everlasting Immortal Fairy’s reactions. When I was comprehending the Sword Dao, she didn’t point out my errors and correct my method, which meant that I was doing it the right way.
What Lu Yang didn’t know was that while he was listening attentively to the lesson, the Everlasting Immortal Fairy was equally attentive, nodding frequently and receiving huge gains herself.
“So that’s what the Sword Dao is about,” the Everlasting Immortal Fairy murmured in realization. Sword cultivators were rare in the ancient era. The Qin Sword Venerable Lord was the only sword cultivator I encountered.
My golden finger cheat is fantastic! Since my resurrection, I’ve been lounging around all day with nothing to do. I also get to witness all kinds of interesting matters in the modern cultivation world by following my golden finger around. Not only does my golden finger help with handling my tasks, but more importantly, whenever he obtains fortuitous opportunities, I’d benefit from them too.
A win-win arrangement indeed.
With his shifu’s guidance, Lu Yang felt he had gained an epiphany. The veil that had shrouded his cultivation until now was lifted, leaving his mind brilliantly illuminated. Sitting in the lotus position, he attempted to follow the Taciturn Daoist Priest’s instructions in comprehending the Sword Dao.
“Pursue the ultimate offense...”
Sensing the aura of Sword Dao emanating from Lu Yang’s meditation, the Taciturn Daoist Priest nodded slightly. This little disciple’s comprehension ability never ceases to amaze me.
Since that’s the case, it’s about time I take my leave.
He had originally intended to stop by the sect for a brief visit. His cultivation path was in the outer world, amidst the mundane realm. Since I’ve imparted the quintessential aspects of the Sword Dao to Lu Yang, this trip can be considered fulfilling.
With a flick of his horsetail whisk, he strode through the sect gates. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝙬𝙚𝓫𝒏𝓸𝓿𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝙤𝓶
The moment he stepped outside, he saw countless marriage proposal processions blocking the mountain gates, their members’ lips curling into eerie grins of excitement at the sight of him.
“The intelligence was accurate! This rascal has really returned to the Dao-Seeking Sect!”
“Old Taciturn scoundrel, you’ve finally come out!”
The Taciturn Daoist Priest’s hair stood on end as a barrage of assaults barreled toward him.
“Bodhi Alms Palm!” An emerald hand larger than mountain ranges descended from the sky, its mass beyond measure.
“Heavenly Devil Dissolution Great Spell!” A cultivator wreathed in black energy exploded with vigorous fighting spirit.
“Hundred Solutions to All Martial Arts!”
“Cosmos Creation Array!”
“Thunder Demise!”
BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!
Mountains trembled; space quivered.
The Taciturn Daoist Priest silently retreated into the sect.
My cultivation travels can wait another day.
