6: I have felt the true meaning of the sword

The Internal Affairs Hall, which was originally bustling with many Disciples coming and going, fell into an eerie silence at this moment, as if an invisible large hand had violently pressed the pause button.

Everyone present was a cultivator, how sharp were their senses? Not to mention Lu Chen's voice, which wasn't lowered at all, even an ant crawling a hundred meters away could be heard clearly, it just depended on whether they wanted to listen or not.

The mustachioed Zhishi looked Lu Chen up and down carefully for a long time.

A very new face, never seen before?

The peak of the mid Qi Condensation stage cultivation was considered a lower-middle level among Outer Sect Disciples.

With this not-so-outstanding cultivation, could he really comprehend Sword Intent?

That was an intent that could only be touched upon in the Tong Qiao Realm, something even ordinary Inner Sect Disciples couldn't grasp, it was profound and mysterious!

Could a mere Outer Sect Disciple at the mid Qi Condensation Realm truly comprehend it?

The mustachioed Zhishi was very skeptical, but he didn't have the habit of boasting or looking down on people, because it was easy to get slapped in the face if things went wrong.

So, he hesitated and asked, "Can you prove it?"

Lu Chen nodded calmly, "Naturally."

He hadn't falsely reported his strength, so why should he feel guilty?

Furthermore, Sword Intent was only a part of his small set of trump cards, he had others!

The mustachioed Zhishi breathed a sigh of relief, "Do you need anything?"

Lu Chen glanced at the white paper in front of the mustachioed Zhishi, "Just lend me a piece of paper!"

The mustachioed Zhishi cooperated and handed him a piece of white paper.

Lu Chen took the paper and tossed it into the air.

He raised his hand and slashed through the air; the white paper split in two, then in four, finally turning into a sky full of fluttering fragments.

Everything was silent. Lu Chen had already withdrawn his hand and stood there, calmly saying, "This, does this count as proof?"

Silence!

The mustachioed Zhishi's eyes were fixed on the shredded paper fluttering down like scattered catkins, his pupils unconsciously dilated by nearly a factor of two.

He subconsciously raised his hand to catch a piece of falling shredded paper, then suddenly threw it away, as if he had been scalded by boiling water at its peak.

"It truly is Sword Intent!"

He raised his hand to look, only to see a sword mark as thin as a hair appearing on his palm, which had almost cut through his palm and drawn blood.

That was the lingering Sword Intent on the shredded paper that hadn't dissipated yet. Because he carelessly grabbed it, it naturally cut into his palm.

Fortunately, this Zhishi was also not ordinary; his cultivation was deep, and his Physical Body had long since transcended the mundane.

If an ordinary person had caught that shredded paper just now, they would have surely had half their hand cut off.

The Sword Dao, which was the most destructive and had the strongest killing power, was no joke.

"Comprehending Sword Intent in the Qi Condensation Realm, amazing, truly amazing!"

The mustachioed Zhishi praised him.

Only then did he take Lu Chen's identity token for a closer look.

Lu Chen, South Chu Year 863, September!

"This year's new Disciple?!"

"Only been in the sect for a month?!"

"Mid Qi Condensation, comprehended Sword Intent?!"

*Hiss!*

The mustachioed Zhishi gasped, his hand trembled, then he firmly gripped Lu Chen's identity token!

A Genius, a rare Genius!

His expression naturally changed, becoming kind and friendly, "Ah, Lu Chen! Although you have comprehended Sword Intent and are qualified and capable of taking on this task, I suggest you find a few fellow Disciples to go with you. If you agree, I can recommend a few capable helpers for you, how about it?"

With such high talent, why risk earning Merit Points?

Even if you go, you should find a few helpers; that would be safer.

There's no need to rush for temporary satisfaction.

No need!

Lu Chen could clearly feel the Zhishi's good intentions, but he still shook his head, "The Sword Dao should naturally advance without hesitation; how can there be any reason to retreat?"

The above is purely nonsense. I have Iron Armor Dao Soldiers charging ahead; what Sword Dao would I use?

The mustachioed Zhishi felt a sense of solemn respect and thought to himself, "No wonder he has achieved so much at such a young age; his character is far superior to worldly mediocrities!"

Ashamed, he was also one of the worldly mediocrities; otherwise, he wouldn't have come to the Internal Affairs Hall to be a Zhishi and live a stable life.

It was fitting that others were geniuses.

"Amazing." The mustachioed man gave a thumbs-up and quickly accepted the task for Lu Chen.

When handing back the identity jade token, he quietly sent a voice transmission, "My name is Hu Tai. You can find me if you need anything in the future."

Lu Chen understood, smiled, nodded, and left.

Only after Lu Chen left did the crowd erupt in a series of exclamations.

"Comprehending Sword Intent in the Qi Condensation Realm, the Outer Sect has produced another Genius!"

"Damn it, even geniuses work this hard, what am I afraid of?! Steward Hu, give me the most difficult tasks, I want to take ten." Some Disciples were stimulated and made bold declarations.

The mustachioed Steward Hu replied with a friendly greeting, "If you're going crazy, get lost."

Stepping out of the crowd, Lu Chen suddenly stopped.

There was an extra person in front of him; the astonishment on his face hadn't completely faded. It was Zhou Song, who had come upon hearing the commotion.

"I was wondering why the Outer Sect kept producing geniuses one after another; turns out it's you!"

His expression was somewhat complex, yet also somewhat relieved.

His investment was likely correct.

Lu Chen smiled, "What Genius or not, Zhou Bro, don't be a stranger."

He took out a qiankun bag and handed it over, "I also have to thank Bro for the Iron Armor Demon Ox before."

Zhou Song took the qiankun bag, and his heart relaxed.

Fortunately, Lu Chen's attitude hadn't changed because of people's praise; he wasn't arrogant or carried away, just like yesterday.

"Are you really going to take the task for Twilight Mountain, for the Blood Savage Rhino Horns?"

Zhou Song reminded him, "Blood Savage Rhinos have a habit of living in groups. Adults have the strength of the late Qi Condensation stage. They are tough and thick-skinned, and there might even be old rhinos in the Spirit Transformation Realm! With your talent, there's absolutely no need to take risks. Cultivate steadily, and your future achievements will also be immeasurable."

Can the Blood Savage Rhinos' tough hides be tougher than the Iron Armor Dao Soldiers?

Lu Chen smiled helplessly, "Bro, please relax, I have a plan."

He waved his hand, leaving only a tall and straight back view for Zhou Song.

"I have to tell Fifth Elder again. If he wants to take a Disciple, he has to prepare early! Otherwise, there will likely be many Elders vying to take Lu Chen as a Disciple!"

Too many Disciples saw Lu Chen display his Sword Intent today. It's estimated that it will spread throughout the entire Outer Sect within a few days.

Hu Tai, who was also a Zhishi, was fine; he was also from Fifth Elder's faction.

Zhou Song hurriedly took out a communication jade talisman and began transmitting the message again.

...

Inner Sect, Feilai Peak.

The short, stout Fifth Elder with graying hair looked at the communication jade talisman in his hand and paused for a moment.

"Outer Sect, Lu Chen!"

"Entered Qi Condensation in one month, comprehended Sword Intent. He is indeed a good prospect. If he can enter the Inner Sect within half a year, he can be taken as a registered Disciple."

Whether he could become a personal Disciple after that would depend on his subsequent progress.

Temporary excellence was nothing; only those who walked steadily and didn't stop halfway were true talents.

Wudao Peak.

The Second Elder, dressed in a white robe, with long white hair, possessing an immortal aura and dignified bearing, woke up from his meditation.

He took out a communication jade talisman, scanned it, and put it down again.

"Lu Chen!"

"Comprehended Sword Intent, excellent comprehension. Entering the Tong Qiao Realm is already assured. If he enters the Inner Sect, he can be my registered Disciple."

"Hmm, looking at his momentum, he's probably not a fake talent who will stop halfway."

"If he enters the Inner Sect, I will take him as a personal Disciple!"

Otherwise, he might be snatched away by other old fellows.