The strangest thing was, although it spoke of three sword forms, in reality, there were only three basic sword techniques:
Slash, Crush, and Thrust!!
Just these three simplest foundational techniques.
Moreover, the figure demonstrating them was a swordsman whose face remained hidden, only his silhouette visible. He swung his sword again and again: Slash, Crush, Thrust. As if practicing basic sword drills, repeating them endlessly. Each strike was precise, yet subtly different—never mechanical repetition, but constant variation in the angles and speed of each movement.
Every swing seemed as if facing the fiercest of beasts or the most formidable of enemies.Each sword strike was delivered with absolute conviction, as though life and death hung in the balance. There was a wild, primal force behind it, making those who watched feel a chill crawl over their skin.
At a glance, it was still basic swordsmanship—but the momentum and sharpness behind it had already far surpassed the realm of mere fundamentals.It carried a world-shattering momentum, the kind that would tear the heavens apart if they stood in the way.Relentless and fatal—no retreat, no surrender.
This was the most primal form of swordsmanship: no embellishments, no flair—purely to kill.
"This isn't an incomplete sword manual—it's a complete one, albeit unfinished. It is derived from basic sword techniques, giving birth to a supreme sword intent.One strike to determine life and death. No fancy moves—pure, direct killing techniques.The most important aspect is the Heaven-Slaying Sword Intent.That intent is the true essence of this manual.As long as you can comprehend the Sword Intent, you can unleash immense power."
Yi Tianxing instinctively sensed something off.This was no broken manual—or more accurately, it was a manual still evolving toward completion.
Even the three initial sword moves had no fixed methods or detailed techniques. They were simply ordinary basic sword moves.The true focus was the Sword Intent—the Heaven-Slaying Sword Intent.To envision it, to condense one's own Sword Intent.
This Sword Intent carried a terrifying willpower: even if the heavens blocked your path, you would swing your sword to annihilate them.From this root, other Sword Intents could be evolved, but the core would always embody that same terrifying will to destroy the heavens and sever all that stands in the way.
It could be said that the Heaven-Slaying Sword Manual was, above all, about this Sword Intent.
Of course, even without fully grasping the Heaven-Slaying Intent, one could still practice it—but the difficulty, and the ultimate quality of the resulting Sword Intent, would be vastly different.Its power and potential would differ greatly.
It was like a person drawing their sword tens of thousands of times daily, ultimately forging a terrifying Sky-Slashing Sword Technique. A Sky-Slashing Sword Intent, unmatched in ferocity and dominance.
Whether a sword manual could truly be mastered depended entirely on the practitioner's willpower and aptitude.With the right opportunities, it would be entirely possible to evolve and perfect the Heaven-Slaying Sword Manual.
"Big Brother Yi usually uses a spear. Are you planning to switch to swordsmanship?"Cai Yan asked curiously.
Previously, Yi Tianxing had displayed overwhelming combat power using a battle spear, having already stepped firmly onto the path of spearmanship.There was little need to split his focus among other weapons.
"It's fine," Yi Tianxing replied calmly."Cultivation is about balance between work and rest.Besides, once you reach the peak of the Divine Spring stage, your true qi circulates automatically, and increasing your cultivation requires far less time.If I break through to the Sea Transformation stage, it'll be even easier.I can afford to dedicate time to training in martial arts and divine abilities as well.As long as it's managed properly, it won't be a distraction."
With such a top-tier sword manual right in front of him—and one that didn't even demand too much effort but relied mainly on personal insight—it would feel wasteful not to cultivate it.
After all, within the Tower of the Primordial Emperor, there was an entire floor opened with a War Sword. Using that sword could grant the power of an entire dimension.Not utilizing it would be a tremendous waste.
In Yi Tianxing's view, all weapons existed solely to kill.The right weapon for the right enemy.
And with the Tower's abilities, forging and nurturing weapons was no longer a major difficulty.The real challenge lay in upgrading the Tower itself.
"As long as you know what you're doing, Big Brother Yi," Cai Yan said softly."I know you stayed in town to suppress the outsiders. Now that that's accomplished, you'll probably leave soon for the Treasure Grounds."
She blinked as she spoke, her words gentle.
"Mm. This time to the Treasure Grounds—do you want to come along?" Yi Tianxing asked.
"No need," Cai Yan shook her head, smiling."If you leave, someone must stay to watch over Xuanhuang Town. Although my cultivation isn't high, as long as I'm here, I can stabilize the people's hearts.There will be plenty more chances to venture out in the future."
She refused without hesitation.
In Xuanhuang Town, Cai Yan had long been regarded by both the townsfolk and the town's leaders as Yi Tianxing's woman—the future Lady of the Town. Her presence would prevent unrest even if Yi Tianxing temporarily left.
Yi Tianxing understood the reason behind her refusal and felt a warm fondness inside.Smiling, he said, "That's fine.The Treasure Grounds will gather many powerful figures—not just humans but even foreign races.It'll be very dangerous."
Besides, with Space Gates and location markers, he could return to Xuanhuang Town anytime he wished.That was his true confidence.
Without further ado, he resumed sorting through the collected items.
"What's this? The Cloudweaving Loom?"
Yi Tianxing picked up a peculiar item, clearly an extraordinary treasure.It resembled a weaving loom but exuded an ethereal aura, as though clouds were rising from it.
As he held it, a stream of information surfaced from the Book of Heaven:
Cloudweaving Loom:A wondrous treasure born of heaven and earth.It can collect clouds to weave soft, brilliant Cloud Brocade,which can be used to refine various immortal robes and treasure garments.Cloud Brocade is among the finest materials available.Different types of clouds produce different grades of brocade.Besides clouds, mist and water vapor can also serve as raw materials to produce Mist Brocade,which, while slightly inferior, is soft, comfortable, and imbued with faint spiritual energy—suitable for ordinary clothing.
The information thrilled Yi Tianxing.
This was an incredible treasure.
Ordinary fabrics were woven from fibers or silks—fine for mortals,but for cultivators, completely unsuitable for refining treasure garments or armor due to material limitations.
However, Cloud Brocade, woven by the Cloudweaving Loom, could serve as ideal material for refining magic clothing—a material of immeasurable value.
Owning the loom meant endless wealth and resources, a treasure of truly incalculable worth.
"To think I'd find such a treasure on Long Aotian. A child of destiny, indeed—Rich beyond belief, making others drool.Even the scraps they leave behind are treasures to ordinary people."
Yi Tianxing smiled brightly.
Such a treasure would greatly boost Xuanhuang Town's overall foundation.
"With the Cloudweaving Loom, we can produce large quantities of fabric," Cai Yan said excitedly."Clouds are hard to capture, but mist and water vapor are abundant.As long as we're near a water source, gathering raw material is easy.Right now, clothes in town are extremely scarce—many people only have one set, or just a piece of beast hide.If we can manufacture Mist Brocade, it will cause a sensation!We'll earn huge profits and resources!"
Clothing, after all, was one of the pillars of civilization.It affected people's dignity, spirit, and even loyalty to a community.Its significance was immense.
"The Cloudweaving Loom is a marvelous thing. Xuanhuang Town will need its own specialties for future growth.The Loom will create a unique industry," Yi Tianxing mused."But for now, I don't have time to manage it.I'll leave it to you, Zhao Ji.Recruit some women and establish a workshop.Begin producing Mist Brocade in secret.Everything else is under your command."
After a brief thought, Yi Tianxing handed the loom to Cai Yan.
It would not only allow her to contribute meaningfully but also generate massive wealth.
Hearing this, Cai Yan's eyes lit up with joy and deep emotion.Being entrusted with such a treasure spoke volumes about her place in Yi Tianxing's heart.
"Don't worry, Big Brother Yi! I will make sure the Cloudweaving Loom brings endless prosperity!"
She nodded solemnly.
After checking the remaining loot and finding nothing else of particular value, Yi Tianxing stored everything inside the Tower of the Primordial Emperor.Spending some time with Cai Yan afterward, he then returned to his meditation chamber.
The external threats had been dealt with.Now, the priority was to head for the Treasure Grounds.
More importantly, after days of unceasing effort—regardless of resource consumption—the number of Chaos Dragon Sigils he had visualized within his body was about to reach the threshold for breaking through to the Sea Transformation stage.