For the next two days, under Ye Yun's personal guidance, Lin Xueyan learned all the sword techniques, body movements, and most importantly, the art of controlling a sword.
Mastering sword control was extremely crucial for a sword cultivator. Upon learning it, one could not only fly on their sword but also remotely command their flying sword, beheading enemies from a thousand miles away.
Afterward, Ye Yun called Lin Xueyan over and chuckled.
"Disciple, as a reward for mastering sword control, this Qingyun Ancient Sword will be yours from now on!"
He held an ancient long sword in his hand. At first glance, it seemed like an ordinary sword, still bearing numerous scars. However, it exuded a chilling aura that sent shivers down one's spine.
Judging by its presence alone, any discerning eye could tell that countless individuals, at least a thousand or eight hundred, all with formidable strength, had perished under its edge!
Seeing Ye Yun extend the sword toward her, Lin Xueyan asked incredulously.
"Master, isn't this Qingyun Ancient Sword your personal treasured sword?"
The entire Eastern Domain knew that Gu Dao Jian Huang Ye Yun was famous for two things.
The first was his heaven-defying talent in cultivation and the way of the sword!
The second was his sword, the Qingyun Ancient Sword, said to have been passed down for over a thousand years from the Gu Dao Heavenly Sect.
Now, her master was about to gift her such an iconic weapon, Lin Xueyan felt as if she were dreaming.
Ye Yun said with a carefree smile, "This sword has been with me long enough. From now on, you shall inherit its glory."
Lin Xueyan stared intently at the Qingyun Ancient Sword. It was a lie to say she didn't want it, but this sword was simply too precious, both in quality and history.
"Can I… really accept it?"
She swallowed, her eyes fixed on Ye Yun.
"Of course, take the sword."
Ye Yun's lips curved slightly as he placed the Qingyun Ancient Sword into her embrace and patted her shoulder.
"I hope one day, you can make your name known across the continent with it!"
"Disciple will not fail your expectations!"
Filled with her master's high hopes, Lin Xueyan's heart surged with emotion, and she nodded solemnly.
Afterward, she suddenly remembered something and asked with concern.
"But if you give this sword to your disciple, what will you use from now on, Master?"
"Me?"
Ye Yun said calmly and composedly, "You don't need to worry about that. Anything will do for me."
Hearing this, Lin Xueyan lowered her head to look at the Qingyun Ancient Sword in her arms, her grip tightening.
She truly couldn't fathom her master's generosity, not keeping anything hidden, and so trustingly passing on his personal sword to her. What an honor this was!
For a moment, Lin Xueyan was lost in her own thoughts, while Ye Yun excitedly listened to the system's notification.
[You bestowed the Qingyun Ancient Sword upon your disciple, activating the Hundredfold Return, and received the top-tier spiritual sword, Fenglan!]
"I actually received a spiritual sword!"
Ye Yun's heart leaped. This was a massive gain!
Anyone who had come into contact with swords understood the significance of a spiritual sword!
The Qingyun Ancient Sword, despite its excellent quality and being a world-renowned treasure, was still merely a dead object. Once a certain level of cultivation was reached, it could no longer be used.
Spiritual swords, however, were different. Not only did they possess quality far superior to ordinary weapons, but they were also akin to a growing treasure, capable of strengthening alongside their wielder until reaching their peak!
In the Eastern Domain, there were countless sword cultivators, and just as many who desired spiritual swords. Yet, only one truly possessed a spiritual sword: the Palace Master of the Yu Luo Immortal Palace, a peerless female sword immortal!
This demonstrated how rare spiritual swords were. Ye Yun was extremely satisfied with this reward, wishing he could kiss his disciple twice to express his gratitude.
Ye Yun and his disciple, one excited about receiving the Qingyun Ancient Sword and the other about obtaining the spiritual sword Fenglan, reveled in their joy for a while.
"Alright, time is about right. Next, we'll head to the Sect Master's Hall with me. Before we leave, it's best to mention the matter of the Black Demon Sect to him first."
As the Chief Elder, he understood the importance of discussing such significant matters with the Sect Master beforehand. Otherwise, if they were to show up, and the Sect Master was completely clueless, it would be quite awkward.
Upon the mention of revenge, Lin Xueyan's expression turned serious, and she nodded in agreement.
Subsequently, led by Ye Yun, the two quickly arrived at the Sect Master's Hall and met with Sect Master Gu Chen.
However, upon seeing Lin Xueyan, Gu Chen nearly popped his eyes out.
"Xian Tian, sixth level? Ye kid, what kind of divine elixir did you feed her?"
They hadn't seen each other for only two days, yet Lin Xueyan had ascended eleven minor realms, making Gu Chen feel like he was seeing a ghost.
Ye Yun smiled faintly and said, "It's nothing, just a little cultivation transfer."
"Cultivation transfer?"
Gu Chen was even more dumbfounded, then hurriedly asked, "You just broke through, and now you're transferring cultivation? What about your cultivation? You weren't injured, were you?"
"Sect Master, please rest assured, my cultivation is not so easily depleted."
Although Ye Yun's words sounded like nonsense to Gu Chen, as far as his senses could perceive, Ye Yun's cultivation showed no decline. Was it an illusion? He vaguely felt that Ye Yun's aura was even stronger than when he had seen him before.
As he pondered, he noticed something else: the sword Lin Xueyan was tightly clutching.
"Is this… the Qingyun Ancient Sword?"
Gu Chen's mouth opened and closed for a while before finally speaking.
"You even gave away this sword. It seems you truly intend to nurture her to the fullest, don't you?"
"Isn't that obvious?"
Ye Yun smiled faintly. "Since I've taken a disciple, I must do my utmost!"
"Hmm… that really is your style."
Gu Chen shook his head helplessly and then said,
"Alright, let's get back to the main topic. Are you sure you want to take her to the Black Demon Sect for revenge?"
"That's right! As the saying goes, a blood debt must be paid in blood. The Black Demon Sect must pay the price for what happened to the Lin family!"
Ye Yun gazed at him and asked, "Sect Master, you won't stop me out of fear of causing trouble, will you?"
Lin Xueyan, standing beside them, grew anxious, fearing that the Sect Master might prevent them from going for the sake of stability. Although her master had said that he would proceed even if the Sect Master disapproved.
Fortunately, Gu Chen's attitude was clear, and he let out a soft snort.
"Fear trouble? What kind of person do you think I am?!"
"Since you wish to deal with them, then go. If the Nine Nether Demon Sect interferes, you need not worry. Just let them come looking for this sect!"
"Of course, if those brats dare to show up!"
In truth, regarding the Lin family's incident, even if Ye Yun hadn't sought revenge against the Black Demon Sect, Gu Chen had already intended to take action.
For a mere affiliated force to dare to perpetrate such atrocities against the Lin family, who were affiliated with the Gu Dao Heavenly Sect, within their territory, it was indeed making them look weak if they weren't annihilated.
Gu Chen's domineering words instantly eased Lin Xueyan's taut nerves.
"Thank you, Sect Master, for your approval. Xueyan is eternally grateful!"
Lin Xueyan quickly bowed and thanked him. Ye Yun, standing beside her, also smiled and said.
"Since you have spoken, Sect Master, I also guarantee that not a single member of the Black Demon Sect will remain alive!"