Your sword is too heavy

Gu Wanquan frowned as he looked at Su Yi and said in a deep voice, "I don't understand. It was something I attained through my own enlightenment, so why can't I use it?"

Su Yi shook her head, her peach blossom eyes seeming to see through everything, and said, "That is indeed what you gained from your enlightenment, but you have comprehended someone else's Dao, not your own!"

A casual remark struck Gu Wanquan's heart instantly, chilling him to the bone.

All the insights I gained from the Dao came from the "Fragment of the Sword Immortal's Manual," which was passed down by a sword immortal. The sword Dao contained therein is exquisite and profound, and I have only glimpsed the tip of the iceberg!

That's why Gu Wanquan stubbornly believed that only the way of the sword could unlock the gates to immortality!

Su Yi's words directly struck at something Gu Wanquan had never wanted to think about.

Even though Gu Wanquan always had a smiling face, every inch of his being exuded extreme arrogance.

I was born to become a legend!

But what if this legend is merely following in the footsteps of others and reaching places others have already visited?

This was tantamount to shattering Gu Wanquan's arrogance, forcing him to admit that he was nothing more than a mediocre talent who merely parroted others' ideas!

Even if it's just picking up the leftovers of an immortal, it won't do!

"How...how did you know?" A murderous glint flashed in Gu Wanquan's eyes. Anyone who knew about this should not live in this world!

With the effect of the mythical talent, Su Yi instantly sensed Gu Wanquan's killing intent, but now that the show of bravado had begun, she couldn't stop!

Su Yi shook her head slightly, sighed, and said in a gentle tone, "Wan Quan, your talent is undeniably the highest among our group, but talent is ultimately just talent. Anyone would doubt it if you comprehended a power that is far beyond your own!"

Gu Wanquan stared at Su Yi with a gloomy expression, his right hand already raising his sword half an inch. Clearly, Su Yi's words had not convinced him, but instead intensified his killing intent towards Su Yi.

Su Yi quickened her pace and continued, "But you've grasped an opportunity that others couldn't comprehend. This means you possess this unique talent. However, whether you rely on this power to become someone else, or use it to become yourself, depends on you!"

The hand that had drawn the sword froze in place. Gu Wanquan seemed to be frozen in place. Su Yixin was about to jump out of her throat, but she still looked at Gu Wanquan calmly.

Like a wise sage instructing a lost disciple, his eyes are full of profound wisdom.

The two stood there quietly, and Su Yi, bored, even started counting sheep in her mind.

"Is this why Senior Brother Su insisted on winning against me in the competition?" Gu Wanquan asked softly, his head lowered.

I'm coming!

We've finally reached this point!

Su Yi used all her acting skills, shook her head slightly, and said in a low voice that was most effective at deceiving rich women, "I'm not winning against you, I'm winning against him!"

Gu Wanquan suddenly looked up at Su Yi, his eyes filled with disbelief.

But all that could be seen were the fine lines on those slightly curved peach blossom eyes, as soft as a pool of spring water.

"I just want to beat him and show you that that power isn't invincible. Don't let that power blind you; what you need to do is stand on his shoulders and climb even higher!"

Gu Wanquan trembled, his right hand, which had been drawing his sword, involuntarily loosened its grip on the hilt. He staggered back two steps, looking at Su Yi in disbelief, and asked, "Why? Why did you help me?"

  

"Why should I help you?" Su Yi sighed and snapped her fingers.

A stream of water appeared beside Su Yi, transforming into her likeness. Su Yi handed her sword to her water clone before turning to Gu Wanquan and saying leisurely, "Then let's fight my water clone without using any sword techniques!"

Why use water clones? Of course, it's to prevent Gu Wanquan from using sword techniques!

You're saying this is taking advantage of Gu Wanquan, who's only been practicing swordsmanship for a few months?

Nonsense, your brother Su is best at using long arms to fight short arms!

After saying that, he left Gu Wanquan with a mysterious and enigmatic back view, turning and leaving. In his mind, he was screaming at his clone, "Damn it, I've done showing off, it's your turn now. Make sure it's quick!"

The clone didn't answer, and instantly drew its sword, charging towards Gu Wanquan.

At this moment, Gu Wanquan, who only wanted an answer, also drew his sword. He abandoned the enlightenment he had prepared long ago and forgot to wash away the humiliation of his failure.

All he wanted now was an answer: why did Su Yi help him?

There were no fancy sword techniques, and no dazzling clashes of true energy.

Only the purest clash of swords!

Two figures moved back and forth in the dense forest, the clanging of metal ringing out continuously.

The result was predictable: the inexperienced Gu Wanquan was no match for the seasoned swordsman who had practiced for ten years.

In less than a hundred moves, Gu Wanquan's sword was knocked away, and the water clone pointed between Gu Wanquan's eyes, instantly dissipating into a puddle of water.

This competition had almost exhausted Gu Wanquan's mind and energy. Gu Wanquan lay on his back on the ground, panting heavily. At this moment, he finally gave in.

If we're only talking about sword fighting, without considering sword skills, Su Yi's swordsmanship and moves are far superior to mine!

It's just a water clone that can easily defeat me!

If I were to do it myself, I'm afraid I wouldn't even last a few rounds!

They are too strong. They don't seem to be young at all. Their swordsmanship is as skilled as that of a swordsman who has killed countless people.

Gu Wanquan looked up at the night sky, where countless stars filled the sky, their light seemingly falling into his eyes.

Then came a pair of beautiful peach blossom eyes.

Su Yi stood in front of Gu Wanquan, leaned down to look at him, and smiled slightly: "Oh, so Gu Jianxian is lying here watching the stars?"

Gu Wanquan wanted to return a smile, but he didn't feel like using any strength. Looking into those eyes, brighter than starlight, Gu Wanquan asked blankly, "Then why? Senior Brother Su, why did you help me?"

Su Yi took out the low-grade spirit sword from her storage bag, planted it in the ground beside Gu Wanquan's head, and said softly:

"Your sword is too heavy; it's not the iron that's heavy, but your heart!"

Looking into those clear eyes, Gu Wanquan's eyes narrowed, and he looked at Su Yi's neck, wanting to kill Su Yi instantly!

It was as if Su Yi knew her biggest secret: that she possessed a different bloodline, a secret she wanted to forget but could never shake off.

Anyone who knows your biggest secret must die, without exception!

Su Yi's frank voice rang out: "I don't know your secret, and you don't need to worry. I only see a young man wearing a mask all day, carrying a heavy sword, yet still having to smile. It's a little sad!"

Upon hearing Su Yi's words, Gu Wanquan felt a sudden touch on the softest part of his heart, and a warm feeling welled up in his eyes. He hurriedly closed his eyes.

Ignoring Gu Wanquan's loss of composure, Su Yi straightened up and walked towards the courtyard, saying as she went:

"Consider this low-grade spirit sword a gift from me to celebrate my junior brother's successful Foundation Establishment!"