Even with her current knowledge, she couldn’t help but praise the profoundness of this swordsmanship.

It is the most profound and mysterious swordsmanship she has ever seen.

Yet she wasn’t surprised.

Because why would Jiang Ning be without personal chance and opportunities to reach this stage?

Meanwhile.

As the Taixu Yin Yang Sword was wielded.

The golden mist in the Dantian was continually consumed, but at the same time, the three flowers swayed continuously, forming three illusory energy channels within the body.

The three energies converged in the golden inner core.

As the golden inner core spat out, strands of condensed golden mist were expelled again, turning into a golden cloud that floated in the Dantian for him to use.

[Taixu Yin Yang Sword Experience Value +101]

[Taixu Yin Yang Sword Experience Value +101]

[Taixu Yin Yang Sword Experience Value +101]

[...]

Compared to before, his efficiency in gaining Taixu Yin Yang Sword increased rather than decreased.

He knew this was due to multiple factors.

The transformation after personal breakthrough, the sharpness of mental operations, the influence of the Divine Flower.

The presenting effect of such various factors was that his comprehension was higher, his speed of mental operation faster.

In the time it takes an ordinary person to have a thought, a thousand thoughts could flash through his mind now.

The strength of martial artists is not merely the strength of the flesh, but the leap of life, the omnidirectional sublimation inside and outside.

...

The great sun slowly ascended. 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

The sun gradually hung high.

Suddenly, the figures and sword shadows within the courtyard vanished one by one, dissipating like a dreamy bubble.

As the figures and sword shadows decreased, Lin Qingyi swept across the courtyard.

The next moment, her expression froze.

Because with the dispersal of the last figure and sword shadow, she could not see Jiang Ning’s figure.

At this point.

She saw ripples in the void a few yards ahead, with Jiang Ning’s figure slowly appearing before her.

Her pupils shrank.

"What is this technique? Aren’t you practicing swordsmanship? Why does it have the effect of escaping into space?"

Facing Lin Qingyi’s confusion, Jiang Ning smiled and shook his head.

"This is not escaping into space!"

"If it is not escaping into space, then what is it?" Lin Qingyi questioned.

"Domain!" Jiang Ning answered.

"Domain?" Lin Qingyi showed confusion.

"Yes!" Jiang Ning nodded: "Sword Domain, Taixu Sword Realm!"

[Skill]: Taixu Yin Yang Sword (Great Success 88/100000)

He looked at the panel, understanding in his heart.

After more than half a month of sword practice, Taixu Yin Yang Sword finally reached Great Success at that moment.

After achieving Great Success, this swordsmanship in his hands generated a domain unique to him.

Taixu Sword Realm.

Within three inches, it’s his domain, his world.

The recent disappearance from Lin Qingyi’s sight was merely a simple application of Taixu Sword Realm.

Forming a domain, isolating Qi-Blood.

Twisting space, isolating sight.

Thus, even if right in front, it would be undetectable.

Even if using Divine Thought to sense everywhere, the twisting space would affect perception making him unnoticeable.

At this moment, he understood his survival ability had reached a new level.

And this technique was merely the preliminary application of Taixu Sword Realm.

If used as a defensive means, it can be said that inches are worlds apart.

If used as an offensive means, it can be said that within three inches, one man conquers entire nations.

His confidence surged immensely.

The mastery of Sword Domain significantly boosted his strength.

And after Taixu Yin Yang Sword reached Great Success, his perception and understanding of space became more profound.

That understanding was like the body’s instinct.

He slowly took a step forward.

In an instant.

He disappeared from Lin Qingyi’s sight.

Lin Qingyi was stunned, sensing the aura behind her, she quickly turned around.

She saw Jiang Ning smiling lightly at her.

"Such profound spatial attainments!" She praised again.

Jiang Ning nodded.

"Now I can leave the royal capital."

"Are you sure?" Lin Qingyi said with a solemn gaze.

"Yes!" Jiang Ning nodded: "It’s time to reveal my current state to the world! The curse has infiltrated my organs, in the eyes of the world, I should be a dying person."

"Then depart later?" Lin Qingyi asked.

"Yes!" Jiang Ning nodded.

With those words, Jiang Ning dispelled resistance, allowing the curse power to slowly erode his organs.

"Be careful! The world is likely watching you!" Lin Qingyi said.

Jiang Ning nodded: "With the Taixu Sword Realm by my side, there aren’t many in this world who can threaten my life! And if they really want to make a move, they’d have to consider whether the Martial Saint will intervene."

"What to do next?" Lin Qingyi asked.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ning looked up at the distant sky and then smiled faintly.

"Eat!"

....

After lunch.

Outside the State Preceptor’s Mansion.

"Ah Ning, be careful on the road!" Liu Wanwan looked at Jiang Ning, reminding him.

At this moment.

A warm breeze blew past.

Jiang Ning couldn’t help but cover his mouth and lightly cough a few times.

The coughing sound spread far with the angry wind.

"Ah Ning, are you alright?" Liu Wanwan asked with concern.

"Nothing too serious!" Jiang Ning shook his head.

Then he suppressed the desire to cough from his lungs.

At this moment.

Loud——

A long cry of an Immortal Crane came from overhead.

Everyone looked up, only to see, accompanied by the sunlight, an Immortal Crane seemingly flew from the great sun.

On the back of the Immortal Crane was a slender silhouette.

Everyone squinted their eyes slightly.

In a breath.

The Immortal Crane dove down like an arrow.

As the crane expanded its wings, a storm swept through.

Everyone squinted their eyes, and the long robe on Jiang Ning rustled in the storm.

The next moment.

Ji Mingyue jumped down from the crane.

Beside her, a completely white Immortal Crane with a vermilion crown atop its head.

The crane’s eyes were bright like glass, with a spiritual glow flowing as it looked around, and a jade bell carved with cloud patterns tied around its neck.

This crane was the exclusive Yunying Crane of the Imperial Family.

This crane could travel five thousand miles in a day, walking upon clouds, and possessed human-like intelligence.

Seeing Ji Mingyue arrived on time, Jiang Ning couldn’t help but show a faint smile.

In the morning, he had sent Qinghe to the Imperial Palace to borrow the Yunying Crane for traveling south.

This act was also to spread the news of his departure from the city.

If you want to make it known to the world, you naturally need fanfare.

Ji Mingyue walked up to Jiang Ning and her gaze fell on his somewhat pale face, with some concern in her eyes.

"I’ve brought the Yunying Crane, but my father said I must accompany you on this journey."

"Why has the Holy Emperor changed his mind?" Jiang Ning laughed.

Upon hearing, Ji Mingyue’s lips trembled slightly, not saying much.

"Is it, the condition... not too good?!" Jiang Ning hesitated.

Although he didn’t specify who, Ji Mingyue knew Jiang Ning was referring to her father’s health.

So she nodded slowly.

"It’s been over half a month since he attended court, and in the last seven days seen my father, just before, I glanced at him through a curtain."

Upon hearing, Jiang Ning’s gaze hardened.

He knew the information Ji Mingyue disclosed meant something.

This likely indicated that the Changning Emperor had reached the end of his life, and may pass away at any time in the coming days.

"In such a case, then you should be by his side!" Jiang Ning said.

Ji Mingyue shook her head: "This Yunying Crane has an even more noble lineage, with genuine Immortal Crane blood, only I can command it, she won’t heed your calls!"

"But your father needs you too!" Jiang Ning said, then added: "If not, I can change my travel means."

Ji Mingyue shook her head: "No need! I understand my father’s intentions, he’s not negotiating, but insists I must accompany you south, implying there’s a reason from my father!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ning’s gaze became serious.

Because if Ji Mingyue’s words were correct, it would indicate the Changning Emperor has other plans.

After pondering for a moment.

He also couldn’t comprehend.

These days not stepping out the door, news is blocked, and completely unaware of the current situation in the Royal Capital.

"Forget it! I’m not good at schemes, nor do I want to engage in strategizing and planning! Just as long as my strength is enough, all intrigues and cunning tricks are not as direct as my fists!"

With thoughts flashing in his mind, he stopped dwelling on it and put it behind him.

"Alright, then you shall go with me!" Jiang Ning said.

"Alright!" Ji Mingyue nodded.

"Brother, Sister, then I’ll be off!" Jiang Ning turned towards Jiang Li and Liu Wanwan.

"Be careful on the road!" Liu Wanwan reminded.

"Stay in touch with the Seventeenth Princess!" Jiang Li also advised.

"Rest assured!" Jiang Ning smiled lightly.

Then he looked towards Su Qingying, Lin Qingyi, Zhong Ling... and others one by one.

"If that Old Prince from Qi Royal Mansion comes, please help delay a bit! I’ll return here promptly!" Jiang Ning secretly transmitted to Su Qingying.

Su Qingying immediately nodded, then also transmitted to Jiang Ning.

"Don’t worry! With me here, that Prince Pingjian won’t take Sister Lin away! Adults needn’t worry!"

"Then I’ll trouble you!" Jiang Ning transmitted.