Later, under the leadership of Wuming, the team arrived at the deepest part of Sword Soul Valley - the "Ten Thousand Swords Cave."
They came to a wide sword pool. Various ancient swords floated in the pool, and one sword caught Chin Feng's attention. Its shape was very similar to the sword in his hand.
Wuming saw Chin Feng's gaze and said, "This sword and your sword have a common origin, perhaps it can unlock the truth behind your master's murder."
Chin Feng was shocked and asked urgently, "What is the truth?"
Wuming sighed and said, "The truth involves the power struggle and conspiracy of the entire martial arts world. Some people, in order to control the martial arts world, spare no effort to eliminate dissidents. They have infiltrated various major sects, attempting to control all forces. Your master discovered their plan, and thus became their target for elimination."
Wuming nodded and said, "This sword is called the 'Soul Sword,' forged by ancient swordsmen, possessing the unique ability to reflect the wielder's inner thoughts and feelings. It can project what the wielder sees and thinks into people's minds. If wielded properly, this sword can reveal more truths. However, it is also extremely dangerous because it not only reflects the wielder's state of mind, but also touches upon the wielder's deepest fears and weaknesses."
Chin Feng firmly said, "No matter what, I will avenge my master. Senior, please guide me on how to master this sword."
Under Wuming's guidance, Chin Feng slowly approached the "Soul Sword," feeling a familiar yet unfamiliar power surrounding him. He raised the sword in his hand and inserted it into the sword pool, pointing the tip towards the "Soul Sword."
Chin Feng looked at the "Soul Sword" and felt an inexplicable surge of emotion. Perhaps this time of cultivation would allow his swordsmanship to make a qualitative leap and possibly uncover the reason for his master's death.
The surrounding swords seemed to sense a shocking force, beginning to resonate and vibrate, emitting a clear sword hum. Chin Feng felt the connection between the "Soul Sword" and his own soul, the power no longer unfamiliar but still shrouded in deep mystery.
Wuming stood aside and quietly observed. He knew that at this moment, Chin Feng had already touched the soul of the sword and begun to communicate with the "Soul Sword."
The rest of the team members, Sung, Dei Wu, Shi Feng, Lingling, and Bei Hu, all silently watched him, their faces showing expressions of concern and encouragement.
Wuming told Chin Feng that in order to master this sword and gain its approval, he must first pass three tests.
First test: Overcoming fear.
Chin Feng stood in a transparent crystal space, tightly gripping the Soul Sword, its blade shimmering in the faint light. The space around him suddenly distorted, and scenes of painful memories emerged before his eyes.
The first thing that caught his eye was the death of his master, the eyes filled with resentment and distrust piercing his heart. Then, his martial arts sect brothers expelled him from the sect, their indifferent and contemptuous eyes like cold blades, stabbing at his soul.
What pained him even more was seeing his beloved Lingling betray him. In that moment, his world seemed to collapse.
"This is impossible!" Chin Feng muttered to himself, a pained expression on his face.
Suddenly, Wuming's voice echoed in his mind: "Chin Feng, do not be deceived by illusions. The truth lies in what you feel in your heart, not what you see before you."
The familiar sound brushed through like a morning breeze. Chin Feng suddenly swung his sword, the gleaming blade cutting through the distorted images. His heart became resolute.
"No, this can't be real!" Chin Feng shouted loudly, his swordsmanship becoming more decisive.
At that moment, a dark figure attacked from the void at lightning speed. Chin Feng reacted instantly, his sword dancing to unleash the first move of the Heaven and Earth Swordsmanship, "Floating Clouds Dance". The sword shadows fluttered like floating clouds, instantly blocking the attack.
"It's you!" Chin Feng exclaimed. Before him stood his archenemy, the master of the Shadow Sect, Broken Shadow.
The broken shadow sneered and swung his sword, each strike filled with a fierce killing intent. His swordsmanship was elusive like a ghost.
Chin Feng steadfastly engaged, knowing in his heart that this was just a projection of his inner demons. He continuously executed "Spring Thunder Awakens the Earth" and "Overturning the River and Sea," causing the sword light to shake the air like thunder and the sword shadows to be as spectacular as the rolling rivers and seas.
"You can't defeat me!" Shadow Breaker roared, unleashing his ultimate skill, a black sword energy that surged straight towards Chin Feng.
"No, I won't succumb to fear!" Chin Feng gritted his teeth, his swordsmanship becoming even more fierce as he executed "Thunder Breaking the Sky," the fourth move of the Heaven and Earth Swordsmanship. The sword energy transformed into deafening thunder, directly colliding with the black sword energy.
With a loud roar, two sword energies fiercely collided in the air, creating a stunning explosion.
Chin Feng stood at the center of the explosion, feeling a powerful force flowing within him. He shouted loudly, exerting all his strength, and unleashed the eighth move of the Heaven and Earth Swordsmanship—"The Return of Ten Thousand Swords."
This sword contains all of his will and strength, its light shining like a brilliant star, illuminating the entire illusionary realm.
The shadowy figure disintegrates in an instant under this sword, turning into countless points of light and dissipating.
When all the dust settled, Chin Feng stood in place and took a deep breath. His eyes were filled with determination and radiance.
"I have overcome fear," Chin Feng muttered to himself, his eyes filled with new hope and strength.
The second test: Overcoming desire.
In the depths of his inner demons, Chin Feng was once again engulfed in a different illusion.
This time, he found himself in a magnificent palace, adorned in splendid robes, wielding supreme power. Countless people bowed before him, revealing his lofty position and boundless authority at his feet.
"What a great honor, Your Majesty!" A cunning eunuch bowed with a smile, but his eyes concealed a subtle cunning.
Chin Feng looked around at everything before him, feeling a sudden disgust rising in his heart. "Is this really what I have been pursuing?" he asked himself, frowning.
Suddenly, his gaze turned to the other side of the hall, where his beloved Lingling was standing, dressed in gorgeous attire but with no smile on her face. "Chin Feng, is this everything you've longed for?" Lingling's voice carried deep disappointment and pain.
Chin Feng's heart shook as he realized that this was all just a trap of desire. He looked deeply into Lingling's eyes, a firm resolve flashing in his own. Slowly rising, he removed his crown and, facing the courtiers, spoke with a resolute and bright voice: "I don't need these vanities!"
"Your Majesty, why do you speak these words?" the eunuch asked in astonishment.
Chin Feng swung his sword, the brilliance piercing through all the illusions, revealing the darkness behind the illusion. He saw his true enemy - a massive phantom composed of desires.
"Is this your true face?" Chin Feng sneered and charged at the illusion with his sword.
The battle between the two was intense and spectacular. Chin Feng used all his swordsmanship and internal energy to engage in a life-and-death struggle with the illusion. He unleashed the "Radiance of the Sun and Moon," and his sword energy surged like a torrent, continuously impacting the illusion.
The phantom roared, countering every attack from Chin Feng. However, Chin Feng's belief grew stronger and stronger, and his swordsmanship became more and more proficient, with each strike filled with power and determination.
Finally, after a earth-shattering clash of sword energy, the phantom began to crumble, gradually dissipating into the air. Chin Feng gasped for breath, standing in place, a victorious smile on his face.
"Desire is ultimately illusory," Chin Feng muttered softly, his eyes once again burning with fervent hope.
In this battle, Chin Feng not only defeated external enemies, but also conquered the desires within himself. He emerged from the illusion and returned to the real world, with an even stronger conviction in the path he had chosen.
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