Given Robin already possessed some martial foundation, Zhong Shenxiu felt it was time to teach her some more practical martial arts.

In this world, aside from mages, it seemed people overwhelmingly favored the use of swords, while weapons like staves, clubs, knives, or forks were rarely seen, if they existed at all. Given this, he decided to teach her swordsmanship thoroughly! Zhong Shenxiu thought to himself.

Since Robin’s Ren and Du Meridians were already opened, learning any martial art would naturally lead to mutual understanding and quick mastery! Considering this, Zhong Shenxiu decided to start by teaching her the "Dugu Nine Swords."

The original "Dugu Nine Swords" comprised nine sections: the General Formula Stance, Sword Breaking Stance, Saber Breaking Stance, Spear Breaking Stance, Whip Breaking Stance, Chain Breaking Stance, Palm Breaking Stance, Arrow Breaking Stance, and Qi Breaking Stance.

However, the "Dugu Nine Swords" modified by Zhong Shenxiu included an additional "Magic Breaking Stance," meaning the version Robin was learning now consisted of ten stances in total.

If Robin could master this sword technique to a high level, she could practically walk sideways in this world, never again needing to fear those so-called mages. It was undeniably an incredibly potent sword art! (Though one might call it powerful, it wasn't the most powerful; that title likely belonged to the sword art mentioned next!)

Zhong Shenxiu had no intention of teaching Robin only this one sword technique, because the "Dugu Nine Swords" possessed a peculiar characteristic: To cultivate this sword art, one must achieve "Enlightenment." Even a single stance could evolve endlessly; the closer one was to combat, the cleaner the movements should be forgotten.

Given Robin's current state of mind, her level of insight was insufficient. Asking her to completely forget the forms would surely be difficult, making it impossible for her to grasp the true essence of this sword art.

The main reason Zhong Shenxiu chose to teach her this technique was its ability to cultivate Robin's "Enlightenment," which would lay a solid foundation for her future entry into the path of cultivation.

The technique Zhong Shenxiu intended to focus on teaching Robin was the following sword art.

This technique was named the "Immortal Slaying Demon Destroying Sword Art," and its creator is lost to history; Zhong Shenxiu acquired it by chance back then.

The "Immortal Slaying Demon Destroying Sword Art" had three essential maxims that concentrated its core essence: Speed, Ruthlessness, and Precision! In all martial arts, nothing surpasses speed—thus, this sword art placed "Speed" first! The sword cuts the flesh, the heart slashes the soul—only through "Ruthlessness" can the sword's true power be unleashed!! No strike is wasted; one cut seals the throat—ending the enemy, clean and swift!!!

What Zhong Shenxiu valued most about this sword art was its compatibility with any form of power one wielded. Whether using internal energy or spiritual power, it made no difference; even utilizing dark sorcery was permissible (to put it plainly, this sword art had excellent compatibility)! The strength Zhong Shenxiu displayed when testing the sword earlier was achieved using this very technique.

Zhong Shenxiu had known this sword art for a very long time and naturally didn't need further training. By teaching it to Robin, even after she became a cultivator, she could still use this sword art—making it absolutely the best choice for her current sword practice!

Neither of the two sword arts Zhong Shenxiu chose could be mastered overnight; Robin was going to be quite busy from now on.

After having Robin memorize the sword incantations for both techniques, Zhong Shenxiu demonstrated them a few times and explained all the necessary precautions to her.

Robin lived up to expectations and quickly grasped some rudimentary understanding, though she was still far from Zhong Shenxiu's standards!

Subsequently, Zhong Shenxiu taught Robin a whip technique, named the "Electric Spirit Whip Art," which he created himself (don't be surprised, creating martial arts is much like writing a novel—after reading enough, one naturally knows how to "create," haha~ wipes sweat!).

Zhong Shenxiu's ultimate intention when creating this whip art was to trade it for a secret manual from the "Crimson Fiend Fairy." The "Crimson Fiend Fairy" was an exceedingly difficult person to deal with, and to avoid any complaints from her, Zhong Shenxiu put considerable effort into creating this whip art, locking himself away to contemplate for three full months and spending another two weeks in refinement before its final form was established.

The Electric Spirit Whip Art consisted of seven stances, each capable of evolving into seven moves, fully taking into account feminine flexibility. Every move was bizarre, swift, and venomous—literally tailored for women.

Mastering this whip art not only bestowed infinite power but also enhanced a woman's overall grace, thereby boosting her overall charm value. (Absolutely the best choice for beauty-loving cultivators!)

Robin was inherently very smart, and coupled with the dedicated tutelage of this otherworldly genius, Zhong Shenxiu, there was no reason she wouldn't learn. All she lacked was refinement and experience.

In the time that followed, Zhong Shenxiu continued to gather medicinal herbs to be consumed with the "Spiritual Milk" while simultaneously instructing Robin on her swordplay and whip techniques.

It had to be said, that little girl Robin was remarkably bright. Under Zhong Shenxiu's focused guidance during this period, she had already made substantial progress. With Robin's current ability, establishing a sect, opening a school, or taking on a few disciples would certainly be within her capabilities.

After several days of hard work, Zhong Shenxiu finally collected all the medicinal herbs required to accompany the "Spiritual Milk"—it truly wasn't easy!

The exhilarating moment was finally approaching, and Zhong Shenxiu felt incredibly content! The only thing left to do was find a suitable place.

Zhong Shenxiu had considered consuming the "Spiritual Milk" within this Monster Beast Forest, but considering the possibility of beasts appearing at any moment, it was better to avoid it here.

The best plan was to buy a house in "Gulu City," set up a soundproofing array in his private space, and ensure no noise could disturb him.

With this thought, Zhong Shenxiu and Robin, who hadn't left the Monster Beast Forest for several days, set off toward "Gulu City."

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Angelia practiced her swordplay alone in the Monster Beast Forest, just as she did every day.

She felt deeply unwilling; why, no matter how hard she tried, could she only secure third place in the "Academy Ranking Tournament"? Did it truly mean women were inferior to men?

She was so incredibly unwilling!

Only a few months remained until the next "Academy Ranking Tournament," and she absolutely needed to achieve a qualitative leap in her strength during this time, or she wouldn't be able to defeat that person!

Thinking of the person who was always just slightly stronger than her in every "Academy Ranking Tournament," Angelia’s sword speed intensified!

Angelia firmly believed that one reaps what one sows!

She was convinced that as long as she put forth a hundred times the effort of others, there was no mountain she couldn't surmount! She had to prove to the world that women were not inferior to men!!

Faint battle aura enveloped Angelia’s entire body, and her sword danced with the force of the wind, complementing her perfect physique and exhibiting a kind of sexy, fiery beauty.

"The form isn't great, and the power is hardly commendable!"

Just as Angelia was completely absorbed in her sword practice, a childish voice suddenly drifted from somewhere nearby.

Without even looking, she knew the speaker had to be a child!