Chapter 5

Ling Li's long sword moved unpredictably, like the drifting clouds in the sky, making it impossible to guess where the next strike would land.

Zhang Bin's strength had reached the third stage of the Condensation Pulse realm, and he used a mid-level Yellow Rank sword technique. The power was so great that even disciples of the same rank wouldn't dare to easily take a hit. Zhang Bin didn't think Lin Xuan could withstand this attack.

"Damn, how bizarre! You actually managed to dodge!" Zhang Bin's sword missed, and he was momentarily stunned.

"Looks like you've broken through to the second stage of the Condensation Pulse realm. The power of the Fire Spirit Mushroom is indeed potent, but such a good thing has been wasted on a waste like you!" Zhang Bin grew increasingly angry as he spoke, and his sword techniques became even more vicious.

Boom!

The long sword, enveloped in blue spiritual energy, instantly shattered the wooden wall, causing a strong wind to rush in, making the entire small house shake.

"I don't have the patience to drag this out. Die, and I'll take your blood!" Zhang Bin's aura grew even stronger, and his long sword glowed with light.

"Is this what you call a sword technique?" Lin Xuan bluntly criticized, "To me, it's full of flaws!"

Lin Xuan took a step forward, and his long sword suddenly changed. The tip of the sword emitted a cold light, leaving a trail of sword shadows in the air.

"Clear Wind Sword Technique, this can't be!" Zhang Bin exclaimed in shock, "This is a high-level Yellow Rank sword technique. How could a sword slave like you learn it?"

A hint of a cold smile appeared on the corner of Lin Xuan's mouth. His long sword, in sync with the strong wind outside, formed an invisible sword aura inside the house.

"Wait for me!" Zhang Bin was frightened and quickly rushed out of the small house, disappearing into the storm.

Lin Xuan put away his black iron sword and sighed in relief. He had been practicing the Clear Wind Sword Technique with Tang Yu, and he had already learned the moves.

However, it was just a superficial form. Without knowing the sword technique's heart method, its power was pitifully weak. It was enough to scare someone like Zhang Bin, but in a real fight, it wouldn't cause any damage.

Zhang Bin wouldn't let this go. I shouldn't have a conflict with him now; I'll settle accounts with him after joining the Xuanjian Sect.

The small wooden house was in ruins, and there was no way he could sleep. Lin Xuan sat cross-legged and began to practice the Longevity Technique again. He had already provoked many disciples before even entering the sect. Without powerful strength, he couldn't survive.

With his hands forming seals, Lin Xuan entered a meditative state. A faint green light enveloped his body, like a solitary lamp in the darkness.

The next morning, the rain stopped, and the entire mountain peak was exceptionally fresh, with the scent of earth everywhere.

Lin Xuan woke up from his meditation, stretched his limbs, and began to practice his sword technique.

It was still that swift sword technique, like a meteor. Although practicing this move was somewhat monotonous, he still carried it out meticulously.

Last night, this sword technique had shown its power. Although he didn't know its rank, Lin Xuan knew it was no worse than any other sword technique. He could even sense a special sword intent from it.

However, the only drawback was that it consumed a lot of spiritual energy. With Lin Xuan's current strength, he could use it at most three times before his spiritual energy was depleted.

Therefore, this sword technique was suitable for a one-hit kill.

"Huh, so early?" As Lin Xuan practiced his sword, Tang Yu walked over with a smile. When she saw the small wooden house, her delicate face turned cold.

"What happened? Who did this?" Tang Yu asked.

"It's nothing, I can handle it myself." Lin Xuan shook his head.

"You?" Tang Yu rolled her eyes, then her mouth formed an 'O', "Second-stage Spirit Scholar, you've broken through?"

Lin Xuan shrugged and smiled, "Practice, practice, and I broke through."

Tang Yu crossed her arms and circled around him three times, making Lin Xuan feel uneasy.

"What are you doing?" Lin Xuan asked warily.

"You're such a bore!" Tang Yu pouted, "After you pass the outer sect test, how about following me?"

"Follow you?" Lin Xuan raised an eyebrow, "I'll think about it."

He knew that the disciples of the Xuanjian Sect were divided into many factions, constantly competing with each other, and they controlled many resources. So, after entering the outer sect, the first thing he would probably do was join one of these factions.

"Don't worry, once you enter the outer sect, I'll take care of you!" Tang Yu patted her well-developed chest, speaking with a proud tone.

The days of cultivation passed quickly, and soon it was time for the outer sect test. Lin Xuan's cultivation had broken through again, reaching the third stage of the Condensation Pulse realm. He could now condense spiritual energy on his sword, doubling his attack power.

The outer sect test was mainly for the disciples of the surrounding noble families, and only a small number of sword slaves participated. Lin Xuan, dressed in gray cloth, stood among a group of richly dressed young men, looking somewhat out of place.

"Whose slave is this, dressed so shabbily." Someone mocked.

"He's a sword slave from the Xuantian Sect, probably here to take the test."

"What, a sword slave!" Many noble family disciples sneered, "He's still a slave, truly reckless. How could he even participate in this test!"

"You guys are having a good chat!" Lin Xuan strode up to the disciples, his aura radiating, and his body glowing with a green light.

These disciples were all at the first stage of the Condensation Pulse realm, with the highest being the second stage. In front of Lin Xuan, they were no match, and they trembled under his aura.

Lin Xuan coldly snorted, giving them a warning. Indeed, these noble family disciples became very obedient, but a few harbored deep resentment towards Lin Xuan.

"Damn, what's he getting so cocky about? My brother is in the outer sect. After the test, I'll show him what I can do!" Many noble family disciples planned to take revenge on Lin Xuan.

Soon, a few young disciples from the Xuantian Sect walked out. One of them, a young man, said loudly, "I'm in charge of the outer sect test this time. The rules are simple: defeat the Bamboo Forest Guard to pass the test. You can go alone or form a team."

"Follow me." The young man led everyone to a passage and asked, "Who goes first?"

Lin Xuan carefully examined the passage, which was over three meters wide and over ten meters long. On both sides of the passage stood two rows of guards, holding bamboo swords, standing motionless.

After a careful observation, Lin Xuan was slightly surprised. These so-called Bamboo Forest Guards were actually bamboo puppets, not real people.

Many noble family disciples also noticed this and began to discuss among themselves.

"They're just puppets, I'll go!" A purple-clothed young man stepped forward proudly, his long sword glowing with a green light. He took quick steps and charged forward.

In the passage, a green bamboo guard stepped out, its eye sockets glowing with two points of light, and its green bamboo sword pointed forward.