Fairy, Don't Be Afraid, I Am Blind-Chapter 56 - 49: Sword Intent

You Su did not hesitate and immediately bowed to apologize.

Gu Yao looked somewhat shocked at the deeply bowing youth, truly puzzled:

"Do you know how many cultivators wish for but cannot obtain the status of a formal disciple of the Profound Sky Sect? Agreeing would benefit you greatly without any harm."

How could You Su not understand this reasoning? But it was his master who picked up the abandoned him and raised him.

During his early years, when his emotions were fragile and his will weak, it was his master who saved him when he had suicidal thoughts due to blindness and other reasons. Before the arrival of his junior sister, his master was his greatest emotional support. Even if his master were traveling now and ordered him to change sects, You Su would not agree.

Moreover, the Heaven and Earth Yin Yang Joyful Union Sword Sect was not always in decline; in the distant past, it was once a flourishing sect, indicating that its cultivation techniques and scriptures were enough for its disciples to tread the great path. 𝐟𝗿𝐞𝚎𝚠𝐞𝚋𝕟𝐨𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝕔𝕠𝚖

There is also a very important point: formal disciples must stay at the Divine Mountain, but obviously, they cannot bring family members, which would be very disadvantageous for him in taking care of his junior sister and his master.

"You Su understands. But, my master saved my life, raised me, and taught me how to cultivate. I have long been determined to revive the sect to repay my master. I’ve never thought of leaving the Sword Sect, nor will I consider it. I hope the Immortal Master will understand." You Su continued to bow, his words earnest.

Gu Yao was initially somewhat angry, not at You Su’s refusal, but at the youth decisively giving up the prosperous path ahead, a path guided by the Lotus Sword Venerable, known throughout the world.

Upon hearing You Su’s words, Gu Yao was even more silent inside. This youth’s talent, intellect, and character far exceeded his expectations, and he couldn’t help but hold You Su in higher regard, worrying for the Lotus Sword Venerable’s intentions to take in a disciple.

"I understand your meaning. Your master really took in a good disciple." Gu Yao sighed, his gaze meaningful, "The great path is not only at the Divine Mountain; I hope that one day, I can hear the name of the Mandarin Duck Sword Sect at the Divine Mountain."

You Su looked up, meeting Gu Yao’s gaze without any hesitation: "Certainly."

Gu Yao smiled, standing up: "Then I won’t disturb you. Come to the City Lord’s Mansion in the evening for a banquet, and I shall have a good drink with you."

"You Su will certainly accompany." You Su also stood to see him off, relieved that Gu Yao hadn’t discovered anything at the end; that Array truly had some effect.

Upon reaching the door, Gu Yao turned and took out an item, smiling: "I’ll send my regards here; this is a bottle of True Qi Elixir. When you discover your cultivation stagnating or your Profound Qi depleted, taking one can have miraculous effects. Don’t refuse; it’s the reward for being first."

Having said that, he tossed the bottle to You Su, who had no choice but to catch it. Before he could thank him, he realized Gu Yao was no longer there, having vanished.

You Su held two gifts in his hands, sighing to himself that his effort in helping Gu Yao despite acting had not gone to waste. Gu Yao was not a flawless true gentleman, but certainly not a bad person.

You Su silently put away the treasures, finally letting go of his always-tense mind, then closed the door to continue contemplating that path of the sword.

By dusk, You Su felt he could vaguely see that gleam again, but was still a bit short of grasping it fully. Finding it profound to the extreme, he decided to seek his master for guidance rather than ask Gu Yao.

Standing outside the main hall, he always needed to mentally prepare before disturbing his master because the identity and person of his master gave him a sense of being unattainable.

You Su cleared his throat and knocked on the door:

"Master?"

After a while, his master’s cold and ethereal voice drifted over, making You Su feel it was somehow distant.

"What is it?"

"In today’s practice, I encountered some difficulties. I hope you’ll help me resolve them."

"Speak."

"During yesterday’s spar, the last strike was extremely mysterious. At that moment, my mind was completely blank, and the only thought was to execute that strike, while my body and sword responded, feeling all my strength surge out. Yet the strike wasn’t a move from the Mandarin Duck Sword Scripture; it happened so naturally. At that time, if I hadn’t held back, I felt the opponent would have died. But today, trying to recall that feeling, I can’t grasp the essence. I don’t understand what happened, so I want to ask you."

Silent for a moment.

"It’s Sword Intent, though not yet complete."

"Sword Intent?" You Su had heard the term but didn’t know precisely what it was.

"Your master didn’t teach you?"

"Uh, no."

"On the third row of the northern wall of the library, there’s a book ’Sword Cultivation Initial Theories,’ starting from page sixty-nine. You can have your junior sister read it to you, and let her read that book too."

You Su felt the helplessness of a blind person, his understanding of the sword limited to what his master had read to him from the Mandarin Duck Sword Scripture.

Perhaps his master thought the question too basic and was unwilling to spend extra effort explaining.

"Thank you, Master."

"Being able to comprehend Sword Intent at your age is very good," his master coldly praised.

The bit of dissatisfaction in You Su’s heart dissipated, like a child tasting candy for the first time, delighted:

"Thank you for your praise, Master."

"Hmm."

Though his master’s voice was indifferent, You Su still left joyfully.

By evening, Ji Lingruo also awoke, and You Su wasted no time taking Ji Lingruo to fetch the book and have her read it to him, then understanding what "Sword Intent" meant:

A cultivator’s sword aura, composed of Profound Qi, and Sword Intent is the epitome of aura, representing the cultivator’s ultimate Sword Dao.

Some nurture their sword for a hundred years atop snowy mountains, wielding Frost Snow Sword Intent with a mere swing bringing frost three feet; others stand solitary, lamenting spring and autumn, with their Sword Intent naturally sad and bitter...

Everyone has a different Sword Dao, thus naturally different Sword Intents. But few work their Sword Dao to the utmost, so few comprehend Sword Intent.

According to the book, You Su understood the phase he was in: his sword’s aura was close to the epitome, but he had yet to identify his true Sword Dao. Only by understanding and consistently adhering to this can he gain Sword Intent unique to him.

You Su didn’t feel much joy, only that it was something he deserved. Being blind, he trusted his sword the most, and countless swings allowed the sword to trust him; it was unrelated to innate talent or fortune. It was the Dao fruit he cultivated.

Having this clarity, You Su prepared to attend the banquet. As he was leaving, Ji Lingruo stopped him, insisting he change into an outfit she had meticulously assembled. Though using You Su’s old clothes, he certainly appeared more vibrant now.

Ji Lingruo contentedly watched You Su’s departing figure, thinking to herself proudly:

Her senior brother, as the champion of the Immortal Ascension Conference, should exude such skill and charm, rivaling all.

In the vague glow of the sunset, You Su’s figure grew increasingly indistinct. Ji Lingruo found it odd since her vision was excellent, and You Su hadn’t gone far, yet it seemed like a fog was enveloping him?