Chapter 96

The third level of cultivation techniques and martial arts is finally on a different level compared to the lower two levels. There are no more low-grade Yellow Rank techniques; the lowest is now middle-grade Yellow Rank.

However, it's a pity that after flipping through several books, Lu Xuan didn't find any high-grade Yellow Rank techniques. It seems that high-grade Yellow Rank manuals are extremely rare for the Wind Sword Sect.

They might not be nonexistent, but they wouldn't be easily taken out. Techniques of that rank are most likely in the hands of core disciples, after all, core disciples are the most important talents of the Wind Sword Sect.

Lu Xuan doesn't lack cultivation techniques. The Taiyi Reversion Formula can support him to cultivate up to the tenth level of Body Tempering, which is more than enough for now. However, this doesn't stop him from studying these middle-grade Yellow Rank techniques to see how powerful they are.

Although he has been using the Taiyi Reversion Formula to cultivate and can truly feel its power, Lu Xuan is very curious about its rank. There is no indication of its level in the Taiyi Reversion Formula. Comparing it with middle-grade Yellow Rank techniques might help him deduce its level.

Casually picking a middle-grade Yellow Rank technique, Lu Xuan skipped the introductory part and directly flipped to the section on the meridians for cultivation. At first glance, he couldn't help but be slightly startled.

The meridians indicated in this technique were only three, while the Taiyi Reversion Formula has as many as twenty-six!

Almost ten times the difference!

Although he had expected the Taiyi Reversion Formula to be extraordinary, he didn't think it would be this powerful.

Lu Xuan quickly flipped through several other middle-grade Yellow Rank techniques, and they all had only three meridians.

Confirming that he hadn't made a mistake, Lu Xuan couldn't help but lick his lips, feeling excited. Middle-grade Yellow Rank techniques only have three meridians, so what level could the Taiyi Reversion Formula, which has twenty-six main meridians, reach?

High-grade Yellow Rank? Definitely not just that!

Mystic Rank techniques? Probably not just that either...

Lu Xuan vaguely guessed that the Taiyi Reversion Formula is at least a high-grade Earth Rank technique.

Cultivation techniques and martial arts are divided into four major ranks: Heaven, Earth, Mystic, and Yellow, each further divided into upper, middle, and lower grades. Just looking at the Wind Sword Sect's martial arts library, there isn't a single high-grade Yellow Rank technique, showing how rare they are for the Wind Sword Sect.

As for Mystic Rank techniques, even if they exist, they are at most low-grade Mystic Rank and are likely to be treasures of the sect. As for Earth Rank techniques, even a fourth-grade sect above the Wind Sword Sect might not have them.

Thinking that he might now possess an Earth Rank or higher technique, Lu Xuan's heart couldn't help but race. No wonder his cultivation speed far surpasses others; he is carrying such a great treasure!

Moreover, Earth Rank techniques are just Lu Xuan's guess. There's a tiny possibility that it could be a Heaven Rank technique. Thinking of this, Lu Xuan couldn't help but be startled by his own thoughts. Heaven Rank techniques are the pinnacle of cultivation techniques.

The only regret is that the Taiyi Reversion Formula he currently possesses is only for the Body Tempering stage. He doesn't know if there are any subsequent techniques in that mysterious sword crystal...

Lu Xuan stood in front of the bookshelf, lost in thought, his face alternating between joy and anxiety.

His expression and the quick flipping of the manuals naturally didn't escape the notice of a few senior students observing him. Lin Tian, who seemed nonchalant, also glanced at Lu Xuan, his eyes showing a hint of disdain. Clearly, he was just a bumpkin who had never seen the world, getting excited over a few techniques.

They naturally didn't know that Lu Xuan was excited about the power of the Taiyi Reversion Formula. To them, Lu Xuan was clearly shocked by the many "powerful" techniques.

Suppressing the agitation in his heart, Lu Xuan took a deep breath, slowly calming down. He put the technique back on the bookshelf and walked to another one. The previous bookshelf contained cultivation techniques, which he didn't need. With the powerful Taiyi Reversion Formula, even if all the Wind Sword Sect's techniques were laid before him, he wouldn't be tempted.

Now, the bookshelf he was walking to contained martial arts, which was his true goal this time.

During the assessment in the Sword Forest, Lu Xuan realized the importance of movement techniques. Without a movement technique, he couldn't dodge enemies who were much faster than him and could only choose to endure or use the Blink Sword Technique to instantly kill them.

However, this consumes a lot of yuan force, greatly reducing his sustained combat ability. If he had a movement technique during the assessment, Lu Xuan would have gone much further. So now, he is desperately in need of a movement technique.

In addition to a movement technique, he also needs a sword technique. Currently, he only has two sword techniques: the Lightning Sword Technique and the Blink Sword Technique.

However, both have flaws. The Blink Sword Technique, though powerful, consumes a lot of yuan force and is his trump card, which he is unwilling to use lightly.

The Lightning Sword Technique's power is only average, enough to deal with ordinary martial artists, but not for fighting higher ranks. Although its power increases as it progresses, it requires a step-by-step accumulation, and in battle, you might not have enough time.

Choosing his martial arts, Lu Xuan didn't dare to be careless, carefully examining each one.

"Phantom Step, middle-grade Yellow Rank martial art. Once mastered, speed greatly increases, and up to three phantoms can be created."

"Shadow Step, middle-grade Yellow Rank martial art. Uses yuan force to alter surrounding light, enhancing concealment."

"Devil Subduing Sword Technique, middle-grade Yellow Rank martial art, ..."

While selecting movement techniques, Lu Xuan didn't overlook the sword techniques. He studied each one he found seriously. Perhaps his standards were too high, but after checking several, he was somewhat unsatisfied. However, he didn't show any impatience; finding a suitable technique was the most important thing.

However, as he was about to finish flipping through the entire bookshelf, he still hadn't found one that met his standards.

Finally, at the bottom shelf, Lu Xuan found a satisfactory movement technique.

"Thunder Flash, middle-grade Yellow Rank martial art. Swift as thunder, quick as lightning, suitable for rapid movement in a small area, and dodging sudden attacks."

You're it! Lu Xuan sighed in relief, making his decision. Thunder Flash isn't suitable for long distances, but it is very practical in battle, whether for dodging attacks or ambushing enemies.

Although he had chosen a movement technique, Lu Xuan still hadn't found the sword technique he wanted. He had already flipped through the entire bookshelf of martial arts.

Could it be that in such a large martial arts library, there isn't a suitable sword technique for him? Lu Xuan was reluctant to give up and shifted his gaze to the last bookshelf.

However, the last bookshelf didn't contain martial arts techniques but the notes and experiences of strong cultivators, which are very helpful for cultivation.

With a mindset of trying the impossible, Lu Xuan walked to that bookshelf.

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