Jason Chu felt little about Sarah Qin's special status. Immersed in his cultivation, growing ever stronger, his perspective had naturally brned. His friendship with Sarah was simple and pure; he had no desire to complicate it with political or personal interests.
"That girl, Sarah Qin, probably won't be coming to the Swordmaking House anytime soon after this ambush," Jason thought, with a touch of regret. Chatting with her occasionally brought him a unique sense of joy.
He dismissed any further thoughts on tracking down her assailants. Helping her overcome this crisis was enough. This was, after all, only a temporary setback. Shushan Sword Sect, as a powerful and respected faction, held vast resources and influence. Sarah Qin was highly esteemed and would surely be shielded with every possible protective measure. There was no need for him, a Swordsmith Apprentice, to concern himself further.
"Though they've mistaken me for the Sword Demon, that's quite a misconception," he muttered to himself, recalling the Sect Leader's words from above the Swordmaking House. The misunderstanding was likely due to the Heavy Profound Divine Sword, but he had no intention of clarifying it. Instead of dealing with the potential disruptions, he would rather focus on the path of swordsmanship, or even spend his time forging swords.
With his advancement to the Soul Convergence stage and the emergence of his Primordial Spirit, Jason sensed a faint intuition. He believed that once he reached the Golden Core or Longevity Stage, there was a chance he could overcome his inherent limitations and regain his sight. This filled him with boundless anticipation.
Whether driven by interest or a desire to overcome his own limitations, Jason was indifferent to matters beyond cultivation.
As he predicted, after Sarah's ambush, a deep peace fell over the Swordmaking House. A hundred years passed like the blink of an eye, seemingly erasing the Swordmaking House from memory due to the absence of any Swordsmith. No one remembered the blind boy left behind. Occasionally, someone would pass by, soaring across the heavens, without sparing a glance. Sarah Qin had not returned, either.
"Soul Convergence Ninth Layer."
"A bit slow, though," Jason murmured, rising from his seat, his cultivation having strengthened immensely over the years. However, he still felt it was too slow.
In reality, if Sarah Qin knew his progress, she would be utterly shocked. Cultivating within the Soul Convergence stage involved refining the Primordial Spirit, a process that demanded an immense amount of time. Advancing by even one or two levels in a hundred years was considered a mark of a prodigy.
Jason's foundation was exceptionally robust, suggesting a long and arduous cultivation journey. However, his System and the intense dedication arising from his blindness had brought him this far.
Still, Jason was unsatisfied.
"I've already signed in at every spot around the Swordmaking House, and the System has stopped providing anything substantial."
"Looks like it's time to go out and explore Shushan. I've been here for so long without ever stepping beyond the Swordmaking House."
Resolving to take his first steps beyond his familiar haven, Jason planned a casual stroll around the sect. With his current cultivation at Soul Convergence Ninth Layer, he was far from the peak in Shushan, a sect teeming with hidden dragons and crouching tigers. However, his displayed cultivation level was deceptive—his actual combat strength likely surpassed even the Longevity and Heavenly Gate stages.
Although he wasn't sure of his exact power, Jason felt confident enough to wander the sect without concern.
With this decision, Jason stepped forward and, for the first time in a century, left the Swordmaking House.
"Ding!"
"Congratulations to the Host for signing in at Bright Sun Pool, obtaining insights on Heavenly Sword Crafting."
"Ding!"
"Congratulations to the Host for signing in at Xuanming Cliff, obtaining a Supreme Dao Elixir."
"Ding!"
"Congratulations to the Host for signing in at the Demon-Suppressing Grand Hall, obtaining the Demon-Slaying Sutra."
As Jason roamed the sect, no one noticed his presence, and he continued signing in effortlessly, receiving rewards far beyond the usual.
"This Demon-Slaying Sutra is rather intriguing."
"Cultivating it enhances one's strength with each demon slain."
"And this Heavenly Sword Crafting Manual—excellent. With my current skills, once I fully digest its teachings, I might even be able to forge a legendary spiritual treasure."
Jason's heart was filled with satisfaction. But he noticed something odd.
"Shushan Sword Sect may not have a large population, but there should still be a fair number of disciples."
"Why does it feel like there are hardly any around?"
"Even the powerful figures seem scarce. Has something happened?"
Despite his curiosity, Jason didnt dwell on it.
…
Meanwhile, a great event was unfolding in the world.
In the northwestern desert, a Great Demon at the Heavenly Gate stage had emerged from the Valley of Fallen Demons. Numerous powerful factions gathered to suppress it, with Shushan Sword Sect, as the leader of the righteous path, sending many strong practitioners into the northwestern desert.
But on this day, a terrible news broke like thunder, shocking the entire world!
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