414 - Rebirth of a Star: Another Day, Another Drama

Chapter 414: Dissipation - I Won't Be the Resentful Senior Sister Anymore! After absorbing the vermillion fruit, Di Chang Ling suggested they take this opportunity to also comprehend the sword stone. Within the sword stone lies the purest sword intent originally belonging to Di Chang Ling. If Ye Ling Long could fully grasp it, her strength would experience a substantial transformation. Contemplating for a moment, Ye Ling Long agreed. After all, her current objective was to enhance her strength. Placing the sword stone before her, Ye Ling Long sat cross-legged and directed her spiritual energy into the stone. Soon, she was immersed in the boundless sword intent within. Waves of sword intent flowed continuously, akin to a vast river. Ye Ling Long persistently studied and comprehended these sword intentions, ultimately integrating them to enhance her own sword intent. Each sword practitioner perceives a unique sword intent. Ye Ling Long's goal wasn't to completely learn Di Chang Ling’s specific sword intent. Instead, by understanding it, she sought to refine and elevate her own sword intent. Only in this manner could her sword grow stronger. Merely mimicking others would mean she could never surpass Di Chang Ling. Time passed swiftly. One day. Two days. Three days. ...Repeating in cycles, Ye Ling Long remained deeply engrossed in her comprehension. As the sword stone gradually diminished, it was evident that Ye Ling Long was making smooth progress. At this moment, Qian Jun and Di Chang Ling sat side by side, both observing the meditative Ye Ling Long. On closer inspection, Di Chang Ling’s fragmented soul appeared more transparent than before. Qian Jun, being a sword spirit, naturally sensed this change. He gazed at Di Chang Ling, "Your time is nearly up," his voice tinged with sadness and regret. Di Chang Ling gently patted Qian Jun, his eyes full of affection, "Don’t be sad. You're not alone anymore. You still have my disciple." Qian Jun fell silent for a moment, then glanced at Ye Ling Long. Reflecting on their journey together, he realized that she shared many qualities with Di Chang Ling. Strong-willed, once she wielded her sword, nothing could hinder her. She was exceptionally talented. Yet, they were inherently different individuals. Ye Ling Long was more intelligent and adaptive than Di Chang Ling. “Yes, I still have her,” Qian Jun murmured. Looking at Qian Jun, Di Chang Ling’s eyes revealed a trace of reluctance, followed by resolute determination. Gradually, as the sword stone shrank into nothingness, Ye Ling Long was on the verge of awakening. A chilling sword intent surged skyward from her, with sword aura scattering around her. In the midst of this overflowing sword energy, Ye Ling Long slowly opened her eyes. Her previously dark pupils had transformed into a translucent ice-blue, causing the stone chamber’s temperature to plummet, with frost forming on the ground. Had it not been for Qian Jun and Di Chang Ling being spiritual entities, they might have turned to ice. "She has mastered her sword intent," Di Chang Ling remarked with satisfaction. He then cast a long look at Qian Jun, a silent understanding passing between them. Qian Jun seemed to grasp his intention, nodding slightly. With a faint smile, Di Chang Ling’s figure flickered, appearing before Ye Ling Long in the next instant. At this moment, Ye Ling Long felt the pulsating sword intent within her — a sword intent unique to her, not merely an imitation of others. Moreover, after absorbing the sword stone, her sword intent had made a monumental leap. Suddenly, a warm force permeated her soul, nourishing it, and rapidly advancing her spiritual power to a terrifying level. A sense of foreboding overtook her, prompting her to open her eyes. There stood her master, closer than expected, his hand against her back, transmitting this strengthening power. As Ye Ling Long’s soul grew more potent, Di Chang Ling's fragmented soul became increasingly transparent, beginning to vanish. "Master! What are you doing?" Ye Ling Long exclaimed, trying to pull away. However, Di Chang Ling interrupted, "Ling Long, this is the last thing I can do for you as your master." Di Chang Ling’s voice had grown faint, the dissipation of his fragmented soul clearly underway. "I don’t need it!" Ye Ling Long retorted, casting a pleading look at Qian Jun, "Qian Jun, stop him!" Yet, Qian Jun remained still, "It’s his choice, the best outcome. This fragmented soul was meant for this all along. Besides, even if he didn’t transfer his power to you, it would still eventually disappear; it’s only a matter of time." Ye Ling Long protested, "But at least he could spend more time with you." "No need. Qian Jun already has a new master. You are its new master, and from here on, you'll accompany it on the path forward," Di Chang Ling's voice resonated. By now, his soul form was almost completely transparent, nearly at the brink of vanishing entirely. He solemnly faced Ye Ling Long, "Ling Long!" "Master," Ye Ling Long responded. Di Chang Ling declared, "You are my disciple. Now, I entrust my sword, Qian Jun, to you, hoping that in the future, you can fight side by side, weathering all storms together!" At this moment, a legacy was passed on, the master’s inheritance to the disciple. Ye Ling Long nodded firmly. Satisfied, Di Chang Ling smiled, then released his hold, turning towards Qian Jun. Their gazes locked, and Di Chang Ling’s fragmented soul slowly dissipated, vanishing into oblivion. This time, Qian Jun didn’t shed a single tear. In the aftermath, having absorbed the remaining soul power from Di Chang Ling along with her enhanced sword intent, the barrier within Ye Ling Long began to waver. If she released her cultivation restraints now, the thunder of the Immortal Sovereign would immediately descend. However, having not long conquered the Immortal King tribulation, her foundation wasn't yet stable. Therefore, she suppressed her cultivation, intending to train further to solidify her foundation before facing the Immortal Sovereign tribulation. With everything settled, Ye Ling Long and Qian Jun took a final look at the stone chamber before setting it ablaze with the Ice Phoenix Heart, cremating the five corpses left behind. Finally, under the setting sun, one person and one sword left the place completely.