"Uncle Yan, when was I born?”
"Oh you, on the day you were born, white snow was flying. The weather was very cold, and the wind was blowing non-stop. The entire world seemed to have frozen.”
"It's so cold. Is it the twelfth lunar month?”
"That's right! I clearly remember that it was the 25th of December.”
"December 25th! I was born on such a cold day. No wonder no one came to see me.”The childish voice sounded a little sad and low.
"No one is looking at you now. When you learn your skills and achieve something, there will be countless people looking at you. Therefore, what you have to do now is to keep working hard, temper yourself, and improve your strength.”
A young figure nodded firmly even though she still didn't understand anything and her eyes were full of questions.
25th of December? Ling Tian sighed in his heart,[Today is my 14th birthday. Is this duel my present today?]
A figure blocked Ling Tian's path. It was a girl around the age of 13, dressed in green clothes. She had a pair of bright eyes and a pair of dimples on her face. This was a girl who loved to smile.
Ling Tian felt that this girl was very familiar, as though he had seen her somewhere before. However, he could not recall where he had seen her.
" Hehe…" The girl laughed before she could say anything." You're here?”
"Have I seen you before?"
"Hehe…What do you think?"
"I don't remember." Ling Tian felt that this girl's laughter was very sweet and beautiful.
"Hehe…Idiot! Where's my bracelet?"
"Bracelet? It was you? Ding Ling?" Ling Tian stretched out his left hand and looked at the platinum bracelet. He finally understood who this little girl was. Looking at the smiling little girl in front of him, his heart instantly warmed up and he felt much more relaxed in an instant.
"Hehe…you're not stupid!" Looking at Ling Tian wearing the bracelet that she had given him, her heart was filled with joy.
"Why are you here?"
"What do you think?"
"I don't know." Ling Tian laughed bitterly and shook his head, sighing in his heart.
"Let me lead the way for you! This place is so big, and there's no one to guide you. Can you find the right direction?”
This place was indeed huge, and Ling Tian felt that he had walked for a long time. However, this long path seemed to have no end and continued to stretch forward. However, a strange thing happened. After Ding Ling led the way, the long road actually kept turning into forks. The road was not long at all, and they could see the next fork in about a hundred steps. Ling Tian was extremely shocked. As expected, even the entrance was so mysterious. It was no wonder that it was able to stand for 10,000 years.
"You're here!" Although his voice was gentle, it contained an imposing manner.
"Yes." Ling Tian nodded his head and held the Fury Slash in his hand.
"You can attack at any time." His voice was still as gentle as before, but his mood was much more profound. His entire aura suddenly increased. Ling Tian gripped his Fury Slash tightly, but he could not find the time to strike. Ding Tian seemed to have merged with the heavens and earth, unable to find any openings. Even when he fought with Siamon, he could use his Combat Energy to break the ribbons and draw out her aura. However, Ding Tian gave him the feeling that he was everywhere. It was as if the entire world was him, and he was the embodiment of the world. Xi Yameng gave him the feeling that she was a sharp bolt of lightning, while Ding Tian was like countless bolts of lightning. No matter how he dodged, he was within his aura, and his every move was under his control.
"You've improved very quickly, but you still haven't taken the final step. Although you've already sensed the truth of heaven and earth, the laws of nature, and the laws of all things, it's a pity that you haven't comprehended the great Dao of heaven and earth. Do you know what is the truth of heaven and earth?"
Ling Tian did not reply, his eyes staring at Ding Tian as his hands that were holding onto his sword started to sweat.
"Heaven and earth revolve, day and night change, and the four seasons reincarnate. Everything is contained in the Great Dao. Tao gives birth to one, one gives birth to two, two gives birth to three, and three gives birth to all things. What was the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth? Tao can be said to be Tao, but it is not Tao. Name can be named, but it is not named. Nameless is the beginning of all things, named is the mother of all things. Therefore, there is no desire to observe the wonderful things, but there is a desire to observe the results. These two are the same but have different names, the same is called mysterious, mysterious and mysterious, is the door to all kinds of wonderful things.
There were many people in the continent who were talented in cultivation. However, the reason why most of the geniuses were blocked at this step was because of their understanding of the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth and the laws of nature. How could he comprehend the laws of nature and the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth? When the water is still, it can illuminate the beard and eyebrows, and the balance is accurate. It is the mirror of heaven and earth and the realm of all things. Therefore, the mind is like a clear mirror, rest is empty, empty is solid, solid is ethical; Empty is quiet, quiet is active, active is successful.
Only when one's heart was as still as water and as clear as a mirror could one comprehend the ultimate Great Dao of Heaven and Earth. When you take this step, you will understand that the mysteries of the Heaven and Earth Great Dao are so vast and profound. If you completely comprehend it and make a breakthrough, you will be able to step into the next realm, which is the legendary Martial Saint Realm.”
"Martial Saint? Does it really exist?" Ling Tian felt his entire body turning weak as cold sweat dripped down from his forehead. His hand that was holding onto his sword was also a little unsteady. Especially when Ding Tian was talking about the Great Dao, it was as if the entire world was pressing down on him. He felt like he was in a narrow void, and it was difficult to breathe.
"Yes, it does exist. A Gold Fighter could comprehend heaven and earth, comprehend the laws of nature, and fuse with heaven and earth. Only then could he borrow the power of heaven and earth, allowing him to possess endless power. " As for Martial Saints, they can transform into the world and use the laws of nature. With a single thought, they can overturn rivers and seas and shake the world. Their might is naturally beyond our imagination.
The sword spirit of the Fury beheader was originally a golden dragon. It had unfortunately fallen in the Holy War a thousand years ago. For some reason, it had fallen into the hands of the dwarves. They had used its spirit to forge the sword, then absorbed the spiritual energy of heaven and earth for a hundred years. At the same time, it had comprehended the truth of heaven and earth for a hundred years. That was why it could have such power. West Asia's dream of snatching your Sword of Fury was nothing more than to absorb the Sword Spirit's understanding of the truth of heaven and earth to help him break through the Golden Warrior and enter the Martial Saint Realm.
Unfortunately, the starting point was wrong. The truth of heaven and earth was endless. Everyone's comprehension was different. Borrowing the comprehension of others would not help one at all. Only by constantly comprehending and thinking, doing whatever one wanted, feeling whatever it was, thinking according to the situation, and comprehending at will could one reach the Mahayana Realm. Alas, it was a pity that a golden warrior would fall into the Hinayana after taking this step. What a pity!”
Ling Tian's pupils constricted as his hand that was holding onto the sword started to tremble and cold sweat dripped down his forehead. He seemed to have the strength to fight against Siamon, but he did not expect Ding Tiangang's aura to suppress him. They were both Golden Fighters, but the difference in their realms was so great. Moreover, a Golden Fighter was actually evaluated as a pitiful person by Ding Tiangang. Ling Tian could feel his confidence wavering, the aura in his body becoming chaotic, and his thoughts becoming muddled.
"Only those who have comprehended the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth and the laws of nature can borrow the energy of Heaven and Earth and the Qi of all living things for their own use. Only then can they unleash the endless power bestowed by Heaven and Earth. Every move, every move, every saber, and every sword contain endless mysterious changes and energy that can change the weather.
Although you can temporarily fight against a Golden Warrior who has comprehended the Hinayana Path with the help of the power of the Fury Slash Sword, it is not your own strength after all, nor is it your own enlightenment, so you will never be able to step into the Great Path. In your current state, you're not a swordsman at all. You don't even have the qualifications to be a swordsman.”
If someone else were to comment on Ling Tian in this manner, even if Ling Tian did not refute, the audience outside the tower would scoff at him. A swordsman who had defeated 24 Silver Fighters and a person who had relied on his Fury Slash to withstand three moves from a Gold Fighter, was actually judged as not even qualified to be a swordsman? Wasn't this a huge joke? If that was the case, would there still be people who knew how to use swords in this continent?
However, Ling Tian did not refute. It was not because Ding Tian was the one who had evaluated him, but because he found that Ding Tian's words were very convincing. Furthermore, his words were like a sharp sword that cut through his turbulent heart, causing a crack to appear in his heart.
"As a top-notch swordsman, even if you can't transform into a sword, you must at least reach the realm of being one with the sword. As an excellent swordsman, he had to enter the realm where he had a sword in his heart, a sword in his hand, and the sword was himself. As a swordsman, he could at least differentiate between swords and humans. As for you, you were enslaved by the Fury Slash and relied on the Fury Slash to achieve your achievements. If it wasn't for the mystical power of the Fury Slash, how could you have such a reputation?
Relying on the power of the sword and not comprehending the principles of heaven and earth and the laws of nature, what right do you have to wander the continent and call yourself a swordsman?
With a great reputation, arrogance will gradually emerge. Arrogance will affect the soul. If the heart is not calm, it will be difficult to comprehend the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth. If the soul is unstable, it will be difficult to touch the truth of nature. As the saying goes, one's heart is pure and has few desires. One's heart is like still water. One's chest is like an ocean that can accommodate hundreds of rivers. Only when one's righteous qi exists can one's aura be vast and endless.
As for you, your heart is filled with killing intent and murderous intent. If you make a mistake, you will draw your sword and kill cruelly. Your artistic conception is not broad, your heart is not broad, your behavior is extreme, and your thoughts are immature. If this goes on, even if you are gifted, you will only be able to stop at this step. It will be difficult for you to enter the next stage and you will lose the qualification to comprehend a broader martial arts realm.”
Ding Tian's final words were harsh, and his voice was like a bell that rang into the depths of Ling Tian's soul, causing Ling Tian's heart to surge. The aura in his body was even more chaotic. Battle energy and demonic power were in a mess in his meridians. He was even more soulless. Ding Tian's voice kept ringing in his mind.
He knew that he had lost. He had lost miserably and thoroughly. He had lost without even having the chance to attack. He didn't know how he walked out, and he didn't even notice that there was no one outside when he came out. Could it be that the audience had all left? There was no audience in the world who would spend a lot of time, energy, and money and go back without seeing the results. It had to be said that Mercenary City was mysterious. The exit of the tunnel was truly unpredictable.
After Ling Tian came out, he ran around aimlessly and disappeared from the world in the blink of an eye. He only wanted to vent his emotions, torture his body, and tire himself out. Then, he wouldn't think about anything and wouldn't know anything.
The audience had been waiting for a long time, but no one was willing to leave. Some were guessing who would win, while others were guessing how many moves Ling Tian would be able to take. When they saw Ding Tian walk out of the giant tower, dressed in a gray warrior suit, he was handsome and elegant. He smiled and waved at everyone, showing his demeanor.
The audience immediately understood that Ding Tian had won. Most of them were from Mercenary City. Seeing their city lord win, they were even more excited, and their faces were flushed with excitement. The entire tower was filled with cheers that lasted for a long time.
"King of Mercenaries!"
"King of Mercenaries!"
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"No matter how strong a Silver Fighter is, no matter how magical the Fury Slash is, it still can't make up for the absolute difference in power. The difference between silver and gold combat qi was one step, but it was the substantial difference between human power and the power of heaven and earth. The difference was more than ten times. His miracle ended here.”Siamon shook her head and sighed.
"As expected of the King of Mercenaries. His strength is indeed extraordinary, but I wonder if he has stepped into the next realm. Although he hasn't, I'm afraid he isn't far away. Mercenary City was mysterious and unfathomable, and the cultivation books had been passed down for a long time. Every generation was a peak expert. As expected of the guardian clan of the giant tower!”Marshal Nalan looked at Ding Tian with a heavy heart.
"Master, why hasn't Brother Ling Tian come out yet?”Li Feng asked worriedly.
"That's right, Grandpa Tong. Why hasn't Brother Tian come out yet?”Starrain's voice was already tinged with tears, and her eyes were already filled with tears.
The others also looked at Poseidon Tong expectantly, waiting for the answer of this peak expert.
"Hey!" Poseidon only sighed and did not answer. His expression was a little lonely and worried. Although he understood the purpose of this battle, after interacting with Ling Tian for the past few days, he did not dare to determine the outcome of this battle. Would it really go according to Sa Lan Yan's wishes?
Everyone looked at Poseidon's expression. The thing they were most worried about seemed to have happened, and the result they least wanted to see seemed to have become a reality. A sense of sadness naturally arose, and a trace of sadness quietly rose.
" Sob…" Starrain could not help but cry. The others looked at Xingyu, who was crying to her heart's content. Their eyes were red, and their hearts were heaving violently. They wanted to cry, but they didn't.
The sky slowly darkened, the passion slowly faded, and the crowd gradually dispersed. In the dark night, only the crying Star Rain, Poseidon, Li Feng, and the others were left. They seemed to be waiting for a figure. Even if it was already despair, they still had to deceive themselves and spread a trace of fantasy in their despair.
"Grandmaster!" A gentle voice called Poseidon respectfully. Only then did everyone notice that two people had appeared beside them. One was the King of Mercenaries, Ding Tian, and the other was about the same age as Ding Tian. He only coughed occasionally as if he was seriously ill.
"How is he?"
"I don't know. Perhaps the shock in his heart was too great and the blow was too heavy. He seemed to be unable to withstand it. Before he left, he had suffered a great psychological trauma. His consciousness was also very scattered, and the aura in his body was extremely chaotic. The magic power and Dou Qi in his meridians were chaotic. If he could not pass this test, he was afraid that his life would be ruined here.”Ding Tian's tone was also a little worried. He liked this youth very much, but unfortunately, he had no choice but to force him to walk this path.
"Salan, do you think this is really appropriate? Can he survive?”Poseidon looked at Salan with a serious expression and a tone of blame. It was only now that everyone understood that this middle-aged man who was coughing was actually one of the eight peak experts of the continent. Moreover, he was one of the more legendary ones. Ten years ago, he had appeared out of nowhere and defeated the legendary Credenalan of the army. He was the only expert who had broken through the Earth's Extreme Wall and reached the peak of both Battle Energy and Magic, Sa Lan Yan.
"He is my disciple, of course I believe him!”Salan's eyes were filled with determination, showing how much confidence he had in Ling Tian. It was like a father trusting his child.
Only then did everyone understand that Ling Tian was actually the disciple of Sa Lan Yan, a peak expert. No wonder he was so young and yet so powerful. He also gradually understood that this battle was deliberately arranged by Ling Tian's teacher to further increase Ling Tian's strength and allow him to step into the next realm. Everyone's anxious hearts gradually calmed down. Although they were still worried, they were not as intense.
"When will big brother come back that day?”Starrain asked as she sobbed.
" I don't know, maybe three months, maybe half a year, maybe a year, maybe ten years, maybe…" Salan did not continue. Although he chose to believe that Ling Tian would be able to make it through, he was not 100% sure. He looked at the snowflakes in the sky, as if he could see Ling Tian waving at him in the air, asking him for his birthday.
Child, this is the heaviest and most precious birthday present I'm giving you. I hope you can accept it perfectly and forge a brand new you.
Saran thought as she watched. Her eyes were a little lonely, and her figure seemed lonely, but she was looking forward to it fervently.
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