Chapter 173: Tai Chu Sword Intent

Seeing the Heavenly Sword Master already began to drive them away like an old hen protecting her chicks, the Dark Sword Sovereign and the Boundless Sword Saint exchanged a glance, both seeing the helplessness and a faint smile in each other's eyes.

They know well the temperament of that old guy, the Heavenly Sword Master; having such an excellent disciple, a bit of swagger is inevitable.

However, before departing, the two giants—renowned throughout the Zhutian Wanjie Sword Path realm—could not help but look at Feng Caichen again, their gazes filled with unabashed admiration and expectation.

The Dark Sword Sovereign forced a trace of a gentle smile onto his usually cold face and said:

"Feng kid, the Tai Chu Sword Intent contains the primordial secrets of the Sword Path. The road ahead is long; if you encounter any doubts or wish to verify other Sword Paths, you may come to my Dark Sword Abyss to find me at any time. No formalities needed; you and I can converse freely."

As a Sword Sovereign of high standing, he used the word 'communicate' when addressing a young junior, showing his regard for the Tai Chu Sword Intent and his boundless confidence in Feng Caichen's future potential.

The Boundless Sword Saint beside him stroked his beard and smiled:

"Caichen, my Boundless Sword Pavilion is always open to you. Though myriad paths diverge, they may converge. The Tai Chu Intent embraces all things; perhaps in the clash of other Sword Paths it will spark further brilliance. I look forward to… debating swords with you."

The words 'debate swords' carry even greater weight!

This almost places Feng Caichen on an equal footing to discuss the Way with them!

To have these two lofty Sword Path giants treat him this way—using terms like 'communicate' and 'debate swords'—clearly shows the weight of Feng Caichen's Tai Chu Sword Intent and his standing in their eyes!

Hearing this, Feng Caichen remained composed and calm, neither startled by their favor nor showing any trace of arrogance.

He again bowed respectfully, his voice clear and sincere:

"Thank you, esteemed seniors, for your generous affection; I am humbled. Should I gain something in the future or encounter a bottleneck, I will certainly trouble you and seek your counsel."

He is neither servile nor arrogant, modest and courteous, yet quietly confident.

This temperament caused the Dark Sword Sovereign and the Boundless Sword Saint to nod inwardly, their admiration deepening.

After a few more instructions, the two Sword Path giants transformed into two dazzling sword lights, tearing through the Void and returning to their respective sect halls deep within the Sword Tomb.

With the seniors gone, only the Heavenly Sword Master and his disciple Feng Caichen remained in the area.

The Heavenly Sword Master's swagger and pride softened slightly; his gaze grew deep and solemn as he looked at Feng Caichen and asked in a low voice:

"Caichen, how does it feel? Now that the Tai Chu Sword Intent has just formed, do you have any deeper insights?"

Feng Caichen gently closed his eyes, seemingly contemplating the newly surging power within, as if resonating with the entire Sword Realm.

After a moment, he opened his eyes; in those clear Dark Eyes, a Tai Chu Chaos-like sword light flashed and vanished.

"Master," he began slowly, his tone tinged with unmistakable awe and curiosity, "the Tai Chu Sword Intent is vast and towering, profoundly mysterious, as if confronting the Chaos and Order at the very dawn of the universe."

"Its might… unimaginable."

"I feel that what I have grasped so far is perhaps only the tip of the iceberg, merely scratching the surface."

He paused, then continued:

"This Sword Path seems endless; the deeper one goes, the more expansive and astonishing the realms become."

"Within it lie forbidden powers and supreme mysteries far beyond any Sword Path I have previously practiced."

"This is undoubtedly a Jinji Lingyu worth dedicating one's entire life to, focusing one's exploration on…"

The Heavenly Sword Master, hearing this, showed a look of deep agreement and solemnly nodded:

"Your recognition comforts me as your teacher."

"The Tai Chu Sword Intent, legend says, is the supreme path that points directly to the very source of the Sword Path; naturally it is exceedingly difficult, with few ancients before, and everything must be explored by yourself."

"But precisely because of its difficulty, once achieved, it will shake the heavens and earth!"

He gazed intensely at his beloved disciple, speaking earnestly:

"Delve into study with single‑minded focus; do not be disturbed by external matters, do not fear hardship."

"Perhaps this road will be lonely, filled with the unknown and peril, but if you persist, you will surely witness… a scenery of Absolute Peak unlike any other Sword Cultivator's."

"I will faithfully follow your teachings, Master." Feng Caichen bowed and replied, engraving the words firmly in his heart.