The Dynasty of Cultivating Immortality

Chapter 22

C22 – The Power of the Longevity Sword

Ni Huibo stood alone in his courtyard, the Longevity Sword in hand. Strands of spiritual energy coursed through his body, converging into the blade.

“This High Clarity Mantra is truly bizarre. I’ve practiced it for so long with no apparent benefits.”

Since returning home, Ni Huibo had dedicated himself to mastering the sword technique, driven by a relentless desire to grow stronger. From the moment he began his cultivation journey, this urge had propelled him, leaving no room for pause. Yet, the first sword technique he had chosen proved to be a formidable challenge.

The High Clarity Mantra’s moves could infinitely vary, posing a significant challenge for him, particularly the requirement to forget his moves in battle. In such critical moments, forgetting could mean defeat, or worse.

Ni Huibo thrust his long sword against the worn courtyard wall.

“The book must have its reasons for this approach,” he mused, eyeing the faint marks on the wall with a hint of dissatisfaction.

​Closing his eyes, Ni Huibo expelled all thoughts from his mind. Clutching the Longevity Sword, it began to emit a subtle green glow, barely perceptible unless closely observed.

The emergence of the green light unleashed a powerful force that surged in all directions, causing the courtyard’s greenery to sway violently.

Completely absorbed in a state of clarity, Ni Huibo reveled in the celestial music that seemed to whisper in his ears. His body relaxed, filled with vitality, as an unseen strength gathered in his hand.

Then, he acted.

With a mere flick of his wrist, the Longevity Sword cut through the air, trailing a streak of green light. This ethereal light, seemingly delicate enough to dissipate with a breath, struck the old wall.

​A soft noise followed, and a palm-sized fissure appeared where the light had touched, its edges smooth as glass.

Ni Huibo watched them with a hint of confusion. These were fellow clan disciples who usually paid him no mind. Since Ni Huibo had always stayed in this courtyard, they had seldom even seen him.

He bore no grudges against them, so what brought them here?

With this question in mind, Ni Huibo straightened his clothes and approached them. He was about to inquire when they preempted him.

The one leading the group was a youth who looked slightly more mature. If Ni Huibo’s memory served him right, this individual was slightly older than Ni Situo. He had encountered him once before; his name was Ni Zongzhao.

​”Ni Huibo, I’ve heard you’ve been receiving quite favorable treatment lately,” Ni Zongzhao remarked, his voice even but his face etched with mockery. The other youths behind him stepped forward, surveying the small courtyard with evident curiosity.

“The Chief has taken quite a liking to him lately.”

“I’ve heard as well that Ms. Teng has been spending a lot of time with him.”

Ni Huibo cocked his head, a bit puzzled. He responded promptly, “Gentlemen, I’ve merely been fortunate.”

“Who are you calling ‘gentleman’? You’re not in a position to say that.”

As soon as these words were spoken, the group’s brows furrowed, particularly Ni Zongzhao, who was leading them. A look of distaste crossed his face. He gave Ni Huibo a disdainful glance and said with a cold laugh, “You’re nothing but a waste. It would be in your best interest not to cross us!”

Ni Huibo’s brow creased slightly.

He was unclear about their intentions, but he was not about to tolerate such disrespect.

“Gentlemen, it’s rather chilly here. Perhaps it’s best if you leave soon.”