A Man Like None Other

Chapter 5328

“Good,”

David nodded. “Try this move, ‘Stone Shattering,’ again. Focus on the gathering and burst of spiritual energy at the sword’s tip. It should flow like the earth’s veins, seemingly calm, yet concealing a thunderbolt.”

He demonstrated it himself. The branch pointed, seemingly slowly, but the moment it touched the stone, a terrifying force erupted. The bluestone instantly shattered, but was then contained by a gentle force. No fragments flew, only a pile of fine stone powder.

Ling Xue watched in amazement, then a moment of deep thought.

She swung her sword again and again. Initially clumsy, her movements were still awkward, but as her control of spiritual energy grew, her moves gradually acquired a rock-hard stability and resilience.

As the sun set, dozens more sword marks appeared on the Sword Testing Cliff, each one revealing a restrained and profound power. Ling Xue stood, her sword sheathed. Beads of sweat covered her forehead, yet a flush of excitement etched across her face. “Brother, I think… I’ve found the key.”

David watched the glint in her eyes, his heart stirring.

He stepped forward, reaching out to wipe the sweat from her cheek, the warmth of his fingertips sending a slight shiver through her.

“Your swordsmanship is inherently pure. Now that your foundation is solid, your future progress will surely accelerate.” He paused, then pulled a jade box from his storage bag. “This is ‘Blue-Veined Chalcedony.’ When you return, take a little and dissolve it in spiritual water. Soak your hands daily. This will further align your spiritual power with your sword.”

box opened, revealing a piece of emerald green chalcedony, covered in fine green veins and faintly emanating spiritual energy.

then at David, her eyes slightly

to talk about this

box, and pressed it into her hand.

feeling the warmth of the chalcedony on her fingertips, and a surge of warmth welled up in

I don’t want to leave. I want you to

Ling Xue said!

she could give back to David

It hurts just

Xue said,

waste any time and

knew that Ling Xue was no longer the innocent little girl, but a

few more days at the Sword Sect’s base to consolidate their

to go to the Black Wind Mountains today to deal

go to the Evil Way Hall branch, and