Although this set of saber techniques only had thirty-six forms, each one possessed immense power.
The thirty-six saber forms, combined with his saber-slashing skill, were like adding wings to a tiger.
This discovery filled him with excitement.
Such a revelation was like suddenly opening a door, revealing countless new possibilities.
Ye Ningze became even more convinced that the path of the saber would be his aid in growth and strength.
But he did not know.
These were all scenes that had flashed through his mind the moment he acquired this saber technique.
A saber cleaved through the air, its sharp momentum seeming to slice the very world in two!
This strike contained terrifying might, as if it could destroy heaven and earth. Its power sent a shiver down Ye Ningze's spine, even as he watched.
Thus, Ye Ningze's heart stirred, and a thought arose within him.
"If, one day, my saber techniques reach the pinnacle of mastery, I will surely be able to unleash such a world-shattering strike!"
The mere thought made his entire body tremble with excitement.
He had already mastered one hundred and eight saber techniques, each one a peerless divine skill, yet he had not chosen to cultivate them.
These techniques consumed far too much time and energy. For a saber practitioner, the saber was everything!
Once his saber techniques improved, he would undoubtedly gain a significant advantage when facing martial artists of similar elite caliber.
This would, however, greatly diminish his focus.
Therefore, at this juncture, he had to find an alternative path.
That was to integrate these saber techniques into swordplay.
Swordplay was the martial art most suited to the way of the saber.
Ye Ningze believed that by referencing these saber techniques, the power of his own saber techniques would surge once more.
With these thoughts clear, he closed his eyes, recalling again and again the characteristics and applications of the saber techniques he had comprehended from this new set.
He intended to use this method to fuse all the saber techniques he had grasped over the years, as well as those he had learned from other saber styles.
Continuously recalling the saber techniques he had learned in the past few days, he gradually became immersed in a state of self-forgetfulness, as if he had entered a state of enlightenment.
Beside him, Lin Haitao sat cross-legged, also cultivating quietly. He occasionally opened his eyes to observe Ye Ningze's every move.
He could see that Ye Ningze's emotions seemed to have become very calm, yet he knew that Ye Ningze was currently comprehending the saber techniques he had grasped in recent days.
Once he successfully merged these techniques, it would undoubtedly have a profound impact on his future path of the saber.
At this moment, Ye Ningze's saber intent gradually coalesced into a sharp blade, an exquisitely sharp and formidable blade.
Was this the power of the saber path?
Lin Haitao murmured to himself, feeling the drastic change in his friend's aura.
He had experienced this feeling once before, from his master, when his master had achieved great mastery in his saber techniques.
Lin Haitao's gaze towards Ye Ningze became fervent.
With such a genius to befriend, his own future would surely be prosperous.
Ye Ningze sat cross-legged on the ground, continuously attempting to fuse the various saber techniques he had comprehended.
Seven days and seven nights passed in the blink of an eye. Ye Ningze remained seated cross-legged, unmoving.
During this period, he was in a state of self-forgetfulness, a state Lin Haitao had long anticipated, and he was not worried about Ye Ningze's condition.
However, as time wore on, Ye Ningze's aura grew increasingly powerful!
Lin Haitao dared not be careless or slacken his own efforts.
At a certain moment, Ye Ningze suddenly opened his eyes.
At this moment, two terrifying beams of light shot from Ye Ningze's eyes, a smile appearing on his lips. He opened his eyes and softly murmured.
"So, after integrating these saber techniques, my comprehension of the saber path has also become deeper, and my saber intent has grown stronger. This time, I have finally succeeded in grasping the essence of the saber techniques!"
Slowly standing up, his feet landed on the ground with a thud. He stretched out his arms, feeling the sensation of the whistling wind against his skin.
Lin Haitao also stood up, looking at Ye Ningze with fervent eyes. He couldn't help but praise in a low voice, "Brother Ningze, your saber technique is simply unparalleled. How powerful is this saber technique?"
Ye Ningze shook his head and said, "My saber technique only has five moves, and its power is not very strong. However, even so, this saber technique is enough for me to practice for some time, and my physical strength will also be greatly enhanced by it. I believe my strength will surely soar."
Lin Haitao smiled and said, "Brother Ningze, if that's the case, then let's head back first."
Ye Ningze nodded and said, "Indeed, the time for our excursion is also nearing its end."
Lin Haitao also nodded, and then the two left the cave.
Upon exiting the cave, the two prepared to walk outwards.
Rumble!
Suddenly, a clap of thunder exploded.
In this forest, the trees and leaves shook violently. A bolt of lightning tore across the sky, illuminating the entire forest as if it were daytime.
From the sky, a torrential rain began to fall.
The rain poured down, the sound of a rushing cascade reaching them. Ye Ningze looked at the sky, his brow furrowed.
"It seems our excursion will have to end early," Lin Haitao said, looking at the sky with a tight frown.
In such a downpour, they would not be able to travel far.
"No rush, let's quickly find a place to shelter from the rain. I'll go find a large tree ahead to hide from the rain, you go find a place over there to hide. Remember not to stray too far from me," Lin Haitao said.
Ye Ningze listened, his brow furrowed.
Their luck was rather poor. The most dreaded thing during an outdoor excursion was encountering such a torrential rain. Although it wouldn't pose a significant threat to elite martial artists, it was still quite unpleasant.
"There's no other way. You find a place to shelter from the rain first," Ye Ningze said with a helpless shake of his head.
Hearing Ye Ningze's words, Lin Haitao nodded slightly and said, "Alright, then let's split up for now."
With that, he left. Ye Ningze watched Lin Haitao's retreating back, sighed, and then turned to leave as well.