All Heavens and Worlds Starting from the Night Watchman

Chapter 006: The Ultimate Realm of the Sword Sect – Sword Heart Enlightenment, Talent of a Sword Immortal

An hour later, Xu Qinan and Lin Qiye returned to their prison cell.

“Xu Qinan, what are your plans for the future?”

“Since I’m here, I might as well make the best of it.”

“No, shouldn’t it be that after transmigrating, you’re supposed to rise to power and indulge in luxury?”

“Ideals are beautiful, but reality is harsh.”

“That’s true. Regardless, we need to integrate into this world first.”

“No matter what happens, we were brothers in our past life, and we are still brothers in this one—brothers who will never betray each other.”

“By the way, since we’re both transmigrators, do you have any kind of special ability?”

“I do!”

“What?!”

“I really have one. As long as I survive for three days, I’ll receive a reward.”

“Why don’t I have one?”

“Impossible! Even if you, Xu Qinan, don’t have a special ability, you must have some kind of hidden fortune that hasn’t appeared yet.”

“You’re right. That’s how it always works in novels—everyone has their own destiny.”

“Xu Qinan, don’t worry. If I ever become rich and powerful, I won’t forget you. If you ever need anything, I’ll never hesitate.”

“…”

The two of them talked for a long time. Coming from the same homeland and having been close friends in their past lives, betrayal and jealousy were nonexistent between them. No one could be closer than the two of them.

After about an hour, a constable arrived and opened their cell.

“The investigation is complete. You two are innocent. You’re free to go.”

Xu Qinan and Lin Qiye were stunned. Was it really over just like that?

Something didn’t add up. Could it be that the person behind both of their situations was the same?

As it turned out, that was indeed the case. The embezzlement of tax silver was orchestrated by Zhou Li’s father. Meanwhile, Zhou Li helped his cousin find a scapegoat—Lin Qiye.

Zhou Li’s cousin, Zhou Yangwei, had already been arrested, and the truth about Lin Qiye being framed had come to light.

“However, Lin Qiye, do you realize that covering for someone else’s crime is itself a crime?”

Hearing this, Lin Qiye quickly bowed and said, “I understand, but I was just a beggar with no means of survival. How else was I supposed to live?”

“That being said, I promise I will never do such a thing again.”

“Get lost!”

The constable had no interest in listening to Lin Qiye’s promises. Every criminal swore the same thing when they were released.

Lin Qiye and Xu Qinan were driven out of the prison. Once outside, they took a deep breath of fresh air.

Just then, a voice echoed in Lin Qiye’s mind: “Congratulations, Host! Mission completed! Reward: Sword Heart Enlightenment!”

Lin Qiye was confused. Wasn’t the reward supposed to be given after surviving for three days?

Did this mean his crisis was already resolved?

Since the threat of imprisonment was gone, there were no longer any immediate dangers to his life. As long as he didn’t seek trouble, he would be fine.

Lin Qiye didn’t dwell on it for long. At that moment, he noticed a change within himself. He had gained an understanding of what Sword Heart Enlightenment truly was.

It turned out to be a profound realm in sword cultivation—an ability to perceive all things clearly and even foresee the future.

Sword Heart Enlightenment signifies a supreme level of swordsmanship where nothing can deceive the wielder. One can comprehend everything and even predict fortune and misfortune.

Achieving this realm requires continuous tempering in battle, comprehending sword intent, and gradually progressing to enlightenment.

Sword Heart Enlightenment originates from the Compassionate Sword Canon, the sacred scripture of the Compassionate Sword Monastery. This technique is divided into six realms:

1. Endless Sword Aura
2. Sword Mastery Over Heaven and Earth
3. Sword Spirit Unifying the Cosmos
4. Sword Deity Selflessness
5. Sword Heart Enlightenment
6. Shattering the Void

Only one in ten thousand sword cultivators can reach the Sword Heart Enlightenment realm. To shatter the void is even more challenging.

However, in reality, Sword Heart Enlightenment is a necessary threshold to become a Sword Immortal.

The Daoist Sword Immortal Sect is divided into three branches: Sword, Qi, and Technique.

• The Sword Sect emphasizes the courageous sword, advocating for offense and relentless strikes.
• The Qi Sect values the wise sword, favoring formless combat and strategic defense.
• The Technique Sect cherishes the benevolent sword, focusing on security and safeguarding.

The ultimate realm of each sect is different:

• The Sword Sect cultivates the Sword Heart, with the highest realm being Sword Heart Enlightenment.
• The Qi Sect cultivates the Sword Spirit, reaching the peak of Sword Spirit Void Harmony.
• The Technique Sect cultivates Sword Intent, attaining Profound Sword Intent.

The Sword Sect emphasizes physical strength, with the ultimate move being Heavenly Sword Subduing Demons.

The Qi Sect prioritizes internal strength, with the pinnacle technique being Heavenly Astral Righteousness.

The Technique Sect focuses on mental strength, culminating in Heavenly Master’s Talisman Arts.

When Sword, Qi, and Technique merge, one can master the supreme Heavenly Flight Sword Technique. This technique includes Soaring Sword Through the Clouds and Cloud-Walking Sword Art.

A true Sword Immortal must refine their limitless sword energy to attain the status of a Golden Immortal.

In conclusion, Lin Qiye possessed the potential of a Sword Immortal.

Upon leaving the capital’s prison, Xu Qinan’s luck took a sudden turn. He spotted two silver coins on the ground.

“Whoa! This lucky?!” Xu Qinan picked them up, visibly excited.

Considering they had just walked out of jail, this sudden stroke of fortune felt incredible.

Lin Qiye was equally thrilled. “It seems like a good omen!”

“Ning Yan, I’ve now become a genius in sword cultivation.”

“Congratulations!”

“Same to you!”

“With this luck, why don’t we use these two coins to gamble and make a fortune?”

“Great idea!”

Without hesitation, the two rushed to the gambling house.

Their luck was indeed extraordinary. In just fifteen minutes, they had turned two silver coins into four or five hundred taels.

“With this silver, my aunt will no longer be harsh to me!”

“Money makes the world go round. Forget being harsh—she might even start treating you like royalty!”

“By the way, they’re still in prison. I need to check on them.”

Caught up in their excitement, they had completely forgotten about their imprisoned family members.

Realizing this, they hurried back to the capital’s prison, hoping they weren’t too late…