Above the river of Sword Intent. Li Bufan walks further and further, his silhouette already far beyond sight. In contrast, the highly anticipated Su Changqing remains motionless on the spot. He has yet to break through the second barrier of swordsmanship. This scene leaves the crowd astonished, and voices of surprise rise all around. "What’s going on? Li Bufan is about to comprehend a thousand sword techniques, yet Su Changqing hasn’t even unlocked the second one?" "It shouldn’t be ; Su Changqing’s Sword Dao penetrates the divine, gathering imperial intent. It shouldn’t be this inadequate." "Heh, I think his so-called imperial intent might have been inherited from the Sword Emperor, while his own Sword Dao is mediocre at best." "Hiss... if that’s the case, it makes sense. Turns out this so-called Sword God is all but a facade..." The astonishment on everyone’s faces gradually turns to disdain. Some people were reluctant to believe it, but the truth is right in front of them. This is only the second barrier of swordsmanship, yet it has trapped Su Changqing for so long. If he truly were divinely talented in the Sword Dao, how could this be? At this moment, even the ancient sword Li family’s members can’t help but show doubt. Could it be that this so-called Sword God was truly a coincidental title? Laughter ripples through the crowd, but in the distance, the Young Roc King wears a contemplative expression. No one understands better than he whether Su Changqing is genuinely capable or not. Given his opponent’s strength, comprehending these mere sword techniques should be a matter of seconds. But why does the second barrier alone hold Su Changqing back for so long? "Could it be that these sword techniques... bear deeper meaning?" The Young Roc King narrows his eyes slightly, immersing himself once more in contemplation and understanding. After a long period of reflection, Su Changqing finally comprehends the true essence of these sword techniques. He suddenly lifts his gaze, his eyes shining brightly. "Transforming technique into Dao!" As he muses, these sword techniques seem vaguely familiar. There is no method, only techniques, yet they must be condensed into a sword seal. How akin is this to the swordsmanship Erniu taught him back in Cyan Mountain Village? Back then, he too lacked a method of cultivation and purely used swordsmanship to condense a Dao imprint. Yet now, the process of condensing a Dao imprint has been simplified; only a sword seal needs to be condensed. This is an incredibly challenging task for others. After all, with only techniques and no method, one can only mimic the intent but lacks a means for cultivation. But for Su Changqing, how could this be difficult? Back then, even as a mere mortal, he condensed a Dao imprint after just three or two attempts. Now embodying the Original Sword Body, he’s achieved the imperial intent in Sword Dao. What needs to be condensed is merely a sword seal, simpler than the Dao imprint. Considering all these factors, transforming technique into Dao could be achieved in an instant! "Do you know how to transform the imprint now?" Next to him, the advisor, ready to give guidance, raises an eyebrow in surprise. For practitioners, it’s always been about emphasizing method over technique. Now, to bypass the method and achieve Dao through technique — setting aside the difficulty itself — such a shift in mindset is immensely challenging. After all, who would cultivate those rudimentary techniques to perfection? "This method isn’t difficult." Su Changqing softly laughs as he responds, "I tried it before I even began cultivating." Saying this, he places two fingers together like a sword and brushes them across his brow. Instantly, a dim Dao imprint resembling waves appears in the void. The advisor at his side watches, astonished flashes in his eyes. "Transforming technique into Dao!" Given his perspective, he clearly notices how this imprint differs from a normal Dao imprint. Its faint light is due to the lack of a method to support it, being condensed entirely through technique. Moreover, this isn’t just a sword seal but a Dao imprint! A mark that fully comprehends a technique, containing the principles of heaven and earth! This is a level beyond the sword seal. "Even before cultivating, to have such terrifying insight, transforming technique into Dao..." A tremor passes through the advisor’s eyes as he reassesses the young man beside him. He already had a high opinion of Su Changqing’s talent. But now it seems, he has underestimated him. "The Ten Thousand Tribulations Sword Seal, with myriad tribulations, shatters stars and extinguishes realms." "Yet above this method, there’s another realm..." "The Ten Thousand Tribulations Dao Imprint!" The advisor’s expression remains unchanged, but his heart is in turmoil. The method of merging domains was something he taught to the Sword Emperor. While the Ten Thousand Tribulations Sword Seal was passed down from the Supreme Sword. When this method was first created, it was divided into two levels. One level, transforming myriad techniques into seals, forming the Ten Thousand Tribulations Sword Seal. The other level was transforming myriad techniques into Dao, forming the Ten Thousand Tribulations Dao Imprint! One word difference, yet the power is worlds apart! Which is stronger: sword seals forged from myriad sword techniques or Dao imprints forged from myriad sword techniques? The two are practically incomparable. But the second level is extremely, extremely difficult. Simply converting tens of thousands of sword techniques into a sword seal has stumped countless prodigies. To further comprehend tens of thousands of sword techniques to the utmost and condense them into a Dao imprint. That’s nearly an impossible task. Tens of thousands of Dao imprints fill the void, gathering the power of Dao tribulations, continually building upon one another, adding tens of thousands of tribulations, then... One sword unleashed, billions of Dao imprints appear simultaneously! Such power would make even an Origin Emperor retreat in fear. Fresh chapters posted on 𝗇𝗈𝗏𝖾𝗅•𝖿𝗂𝗋𝖾•𝗇𝖾𝗍 Even "ancients" would have to take it seriously! The advisor looks at Su Changqing, his eyes flickering with an inexplicable light, "Let me see how far you can go." Hearing this, Su Changqing smiles, stepping back instead of forward, heading to the first barrier of swordsmanship. Like the first time, Su Changqing wields his long sword, slicing gently, and the barrier before him shatters. But differently, the brilliance of Su Changqing’s sword strike does not dissipate. Instead, it transforms into a sword seal, fluctuating beside him. This is merely a sword seal; Su Changqing hasn’t directly comprehended it to its fullest. For now, as the threat of the Break of Time looms, he has little time. Once he obtains the secret technique of the Ten Thousand Tribulations Sword Seal, he will have ample time to comprehend each one.