I Practice Farming While the Rest Cultivates

Beside the woman, there was a handsome young man. With a careful probing of divine sense, one could faintly perceive a subtle golden glow silently merging into the young man’s body.

“There is another person, named Xu Yuntao, from the Pure Yang Sword Summit. It is said he has immense fortune, having discovered the remains of a Divinity Transformation Ancestor from thousands of years ago. He refined a piece of Demon Suppressing Sword Bone and merged it into his body, possessing supreme talent in Sword Dao.”

Behind the two, a young man with a wooden expression closely followed. Although he appeared silent and reticent, Lu Xuan sharply perceived a murderous aura emanating from him.

“Each one is truly extraordinary.”

He thought to himself with a silent sigh.

Those who could enter the Sword Palace were already beyond mere one-in-a-million talents, akin to Zhuo Yue and Qi Zhou, who could be considered one-in-a-billion cultivation geniuses.

“Steady your minds, I will lead you into the Dongxuan Realm.”

As Lu Xuan was marveling, the sword attendant at the forefront spoke solemnly. As soon as he finished speaking, a sword light swirled gently, and the group entered a mysterious space.

“Ancestor Tianhai, Ancestor Suyue, I have brought the fifteen Inner Sect disciples.”

The sword attendant bowed respectfully towards the depths of the void.

“Greetings, Ancestor Tianhai! Ancestor Suyue!”

Upon hearing this, Lu Xuan and the others’ hearts tightened, and they collectively greeted with respect.

“Both ancestors are appearing together! This True Sword Disciple selection is evidently of great importance.”

He silently mused in his heart.

“Indeed.”

A voice surged like tidewater, endlessly echoing in everyone’s ears.

“Since this is the case, let’s begin.”

A cold crescent moon silently appeared, seeming to hold multiple palaces within, with immortals shuttling among them.

“This time, the True Disciple selection will be jointly hosted by me and Junior Sister Suyue. Other Divinity Transformation experts will oversee and ensure that everything is conducted fairly and justly.”

Ancestor Tianhai’s deep voice resounded in everyone’s ears.

“You all are the most outstanding disciples of the younger generation in the Dongxuan Sword Sect, representing the future of our sect. Regardless of the final result, you must maintain a modest mindset to go further on the path of cultivation.”

“Thank you for the reminder, Ancestor.”

Everyone responded calmly, showcasing their excellent disposition.

“First, introduce yourselves in detail, including your background, cultivation strength, contributions to the sect, etc., for our reference.”

Lu Xuan and the others exchanged glances, and the one with the Star Body, Qi Zhou, stepped forward first.

“Disciple Qi Zhou, from the Qingwei Sword Peak lineage, at the Early Nascent Soul Stage. Master of several Star Divine Secret Techniques, and has considerable attainment in Sword Dao.”

After Qi Zhou spoke, the mana within him surged, causing thousands of starlights to shoot from the depths of the void, converging upon him to form a brilliant Dharma Form.

“Impressive.”

Ancestor Tianhai’s tone revealed a sense of satisfaction.

“Disciple Huang Kun, from the Hundred Artisans Sword Peak lineage, with remarkable comprehension…”

“Disciple…”

…

Soon, it was Lu Xuan’s turn.

He cupped his hands toward the depths of the void, speaking respectfully:

“Disciple Lu Xuan, from the Huanzhen Sword Peak lineage, at the Mid Nascent Soul Stage. Possesses notable talent in the Path of spiritual plants, proficient in various Sect Sword Skills and Sword techniques.”

Before he finished speaking, a sword implement emitting a dark glow appeared in Lu Xuan’s hand, with faint destructive and deathly stillness emanating from it, seemingly capable of severing all manner of secret techniques. It was the Eighth Grade Annihilation Absolute Sword Grass he had previously cultivated to maturity.

“Eighth Grade Sword Grass?! How does this Brother Lu possess such a formidable treasure!”

“Mid Nascent Soul Stage, with this Eighth Grade Flying Sword, isn’t that bullying the weak?”

Someone even muttered softly.

Lu Xuan paid no attention to them. In his hands, the sword grass enacted various mysterious sword skills, enveloping the space with surging Sword Qi and rolling thunderous sounds, captivating the hearts and minds. It also split into thousands of Sword Light, its transformations unpredictable and elusive.

“Sword Light Division! Sword Qi Thunder Sound!”

“I didn’t expect this Spirit Plant Master, Brother Lu, to have such a profound understanding of Sword Dao!”

Everyone present had keen eyesight and naturally recognized Lu Xuan’s prowess at a glance.

After casually displaying a few skills, Lu Xuan withdrew and returned to the crowd.

Whether it was the Eighth Grade Annihilation Sword Grass, the division of Sword Light, or the Sword Qi Thunder Sound, they were insignificant compared to the divine abilities and magic treasures he mastered.

“Could it be Disciple Lu, who improved the Sixth Grade Life Taking Prison Sword Grass? I have heard of you more than once.”

“It is said that the Sword Sect hasn’t seen a new Sixth Grade Sword Grass in a long time; it’s truly commendable that you managed to improve it, Disciple.”

Ancestor Tianhai’s voice clearly softened.

“Yes, Ancestor.”

Lu Xuan quickly responded.

“Impressive, I didn’t expect your talent in Sword Dao to be so outstanding as well. Even this alone qualifies you for the True Sword Disciple competition.”

“As for what was just said about bullying the weak…”

An overwhelmingly powerful pressure swept across the entire space.

“Before coming in, was anyone unclear that there are no cultivation limits for the True Sword Disciple selection?”

“Disciple Lu, having cultivated diligently to the Mid Nascent Soul Stage at over three hundred years old, is not something for you to gossip about.”

“Is it perhaps that you don’t wish to cultivate to the Mid Nascent Soul Stage?”

The voice surged like waves, one higher than the other, until it even impacted the divine souls of everyone present.

“Forgive me, Ancestor, for I did not intend that.”

The first disciple to speak knelt on the ground in horror.

“You are not to blame, but your temperament is far from that of a True Sword Disciple. Return and polish it further.”

A black light shot out from the horizon, taking that person and disappearing instantly.

Lu Xuan stood expressionless on the side. Hearing the Divinity Transformation Ancestor speak of him diligently cultivating to the Mid Nascent Soul Stage, even though he was well-prepared, he couldn’t help but feel a tinge of shyness.

“Alright, you’ve all displayed what needed to be shown. Next is the critical part—your talent.”

“What you’ve demonstrated thus far is merely the lower limit of your respective cultivation realms. Talent alone determines the upper limit of your cultivation.”

Ancestor Tianhai spoke with a solemn tone.

Everyone stepped forward one by one, allowing the Divinity Transformation Ancestor to meticulously examine them with divine sense.

“Moonlight Dao Body, quite similar to my spiritual body. If you encounter any cultivation perplexities in the future, you can come to me.”

A figure condensed by moonlight appeared in front of Zhuo Yue, speaking tenderly.

“Demon Suppressing Sword Bone, a born sword cultivator. In your hands, do not besmirch the original owner’s prestige.”

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“Reporting to the Ancestor, the disciple once cultivated a Seventh Grade Spirit Plant and, after refining it, attained the Immaculate Spirit Body. My cultivation speed isn’t inferior to most cultivators.”

Lu Xuan spoke honestly.

Though he possessed the Heaven-Shed Mantis and Concealing Secret Techniques like “Heavenly Cicada Six Changes,” he dared not guarantee concealment from a Divinity Transformation Ancestor, thus frankly admitting his cultivation talent.

“Immaculate Spirit Body, it’s indeed a decent talent. No wonder you managed to break through to the Mid Nascent Soul Stage so swiftly, Disciple Lu.”

Ancestor Tianhai sighed with a hint of admiration.

“Additionally, due to a fortuitous encounter, I acquired a mysterious bone, presumed to be the legendary Taixu Sword Body. It grants exceptional comprehension in Sword Dao and includes Breaking Technique and Forbidden Technique effects.”

“I see, Taixu Sword Body? It’s no wonder your exhibited swordsmanship seemed so profound. Initially, I thought it was an effect of that Annihilation Absolute Sword Grass, not realizing it’s your own inherent talent.”

Ancestor Tianhai’s interest was piqued.

“Disciple, try using an ordinary flying sword to take on this technique of mine.”

Before the words finished, a boundless tidal wave rolled forth.

Lu Xuan, wielding the Life-taking Prison Suppressing Sword Grass, struck at the wave. As the wave was cleaved apart, it seemed to be sealed, vanishing directly.

“Indeed, the Taixu Sword Body!”

Seeing this, Ancestor Tianhai, filled with delight, cast several minor techniques to confirm, his tone now carrying a hint of joy.

“Disciple, your Sword Dao talent is in no way inferior to that of Spirit Plants!”

Lu Xuan smiled slightly: “Reporting to the Ancestor, I am perhaps too enamored with Spirit Plants, which might be seen as a waste of my Sword Dao talent.”

“You…have gone astray!! Alas!”

Ancestor Tianhai, feeling a mixture of frustration and helplessness, sighed deeply, yet he couldn’t deny the achievements that Lu Xuan had made with sword grass.