"Brother Jiang is actually not asleep, he's practicing his saber."
As soon as Luo Tiegen returned to the dormitory, he couldn't help but express concern for Jiang Ping.
But Jiang Ping didn't like him, so he coldly replied with a single sentence and ignored him.
Realizing he was being cold-shouldered, Luo Tiegen returned to his own bed.
Not long after, Sun Zheng and Qian Dele returned from their practice.
Sun Zheng kept his head down as he went to his bunk. Compared to his arrogance and flamboyance yesterday, today he was subdued and unusually quiet.
Clearly, Jiang Ping's display of strength had a deterrent effect, making Sun Zheng too timid to even meet Jiang Ping's gaze.
When the two of them went out with towels to wash up, Luo Daniu and a few others burst into laughter.
"He softened up quickly, a typical bully who fears the strong and bullies the weak."
"Exactly, we're lucky Brother Jiang is so powerful to keep him in check, otherwise things would be quite uncomfortable," a roommate laughed, flattering Jiang Ping in his words.
Jiang Ping smiled but said nothing. He was very clear-minded, understanding that as long as he had strength, everyone around him would be friendly.
He then shook his head slightly, lay on the bed, and continued to ponder the Flying Snow Saber Art in his mind.
......
The next morning.
After everyone practiced the Nourishing Life Art for a while, Head Escort Liang Sheng continued to teach them the moves and techniques of the Flying Snow Saber.
Although Jiang Ping was always contemplating the saber in his heart, he didn't make any mistakes while following the head escort's demonstrations.
Buzzing sounds!
As they were slowly breaking down the moves, low humming sounds came from not far away.
Fang Yong's saber in hand moved like flowing water, his actions extremely fast, and each swing carried an inexplicable sharpness.
He looked like a seasoned practitioner demonstrating a terrifying saber art.
Seeing this, Sun Qi's expression darkened. Just yesterday, he was still competing with Fang Yong in secret, but now Fang Yong's saber skills had become fluent and seamless, while he still needed to practice repeatedly and even required Escort Master Huang's guidance.
"Not bad, this youngster has quite the talent in saber art," Escort Master Huang praised with a satisfied smile, thinking to himself, "From what I've seen recently, Fang Yong's talent should be the most outstanding, and he might surpass the others by a large margin in the future."
"Indeed, very impressive," Jiang Ping sincerely complimented after glancing over.
Fang Yong's talent was indeed remarkable. From the beginning, he managed to quickly reach the Entry Level of the Nourishing Life Art with just one serving of food supplement, then caught up with Sun Qi, who had three servings, and now showed great insight in saber art.
This was also a good thing for Jiang Ping.
Because as long as Fang Yong reached the 4th Layer of the Nourishing Life Art and quickly mastered the saber art, Jiang Ping could follow closely behind, rightfully taking the 'second-in-command' position and becoming an Escort Master in advance.
"Jiang Ping, you should put in more effort. In your spare time, you can also discuss saber techniques with Fang Yong," Escort Master Huang suddenly said to Jiang Ping.
Among the juniors he favored, Jiang Ping's saber skills seemed the weakest, still quite clueless.
"Mm." Jiang Ping touched his nose and lightly responded.
He was already trying very hard, alright.
[Flying Snow Saber Entry Level (253/300)]
"My Flying Snow Saber is almost producing Saber Radiance," Jiang Ping thought as he glanced at his Fate.
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Afternoon.
Seeing that the Flying Snow Saber was getting closer to Entry Level, Jiang Ping couldn't be bothered with the Nourishing Life Art anymore. He saved some energy and returned to the dormitory early.
Standing on the ground, he wielded the wooden saber, repeatedly recalling the Flying Snow Saber taught by the head escort, comprehending it bit by bit.
At a certain moment.
[Flying Snow Saber Minor Accomplishment (0/600): Practice a hundred times daily, and it will be achieved in three years!]
"The Fate still functions as usual, but I am a genius."
Jiang Ping shook his head as he looked at the description of the Minor Accomplishment Flying Snow Saber on his Fate.
Then, he went outside the dormitory, ensuring no one was around, and began to fully experience the Entry Level Flying Snow Saber on an empty ground.
He stood with his feet together, holding the wooden saber horizontally in front of his chest with his right hand, his left hand naturally hanging by his side. He looked straight ahead, his body upright, exuding a steady aura. Get faster updates on g.com.
The Flying Snow Saber was a fast saber, so from the starting stance to the strike, the user had to deliver a blow with lightning speed.
"Hu~"
Jiang Ping took a deep breath and then moved.
He saw his right foot step forward in a large stride, forming a right bow stance, while the saber in his hand slashed down from above in a grand sweep. The strong wind tore through the air, producing a series of low hums.
Immediately, he flipped his wrist and slashed upward with a fierce strike.
The saber wind howled, stirring the surrounding air into swirling vortices, giving a strong sense of motion.
His movements were fluid, and as soon as the second strike was completed, the third was already on its way, followed by the fourth and fifth, the saber art becoming increasingly fierce, the wind force rampant.
Jiang Ping's breathing intertwined with the saber wind, forming a unique rhythm, as if he were engaged in a silent dialogue with the saber.
He immersed himself in the execution of the saber art, his speed increasing until the saber's trajectory became untraceable.
At a certain moment, streaks of white radiance appeared out of nowhere, like flashes of cold light, carrying a piercing chill.
Saber Radiance!
Ten streaks of cold radiance hovered in the air. Jiang Ping glanced at them out of the corner of his eye, feeling a connection with them.
The next moment, as his wooden saber pointed, these cold radiances slashed forward, but they suddenly dissipated halfway.
"Indeed, the attack range of the Saber Radiance is only within two or three feet," Jiang Ping murmured, stopping his movements.
The Saber Radiance was sharp, representing the pinnacle of saber art, but it also had limitations, namely its short range and limited threat.
"Saber Qi!" Jiang Ping instantly thought of the next level of saber art, the Saber Qi Domain.
That was the terrifying symbol of the saber art domain, aligning with his pursuit of martial arts skills—not seeking close combat risks, but preferring to kill from a hundred meters away, and if he couldn't win, he could still escape.
"But soon, in just over a day, I've reached the Entry Level of the Flying Snow Saber. With my talent, mastering Saber Qi isn't far off."
"By then, choosing to escort will be much more reassuring."
Jiang Ping looked forward to it with anticipation.