'A low-level heaven-grade sword technique! And even Eye of Insight?'
Zhixian was once again stunned by the rewards he got.
As far as he knew, in this world of cultivation, martial techniques were divided into five grades: Mortal, Earth, Heaven, Saint, and Divine.
And his Xiao family, one of the strongest families in Mistwood City, only had middle-grade Earth-level techniques at most, that too related to the hand called Titan's Crashing Palm.
A low-level heaven-grade sword technique—Zhixian hadn't even heard a rumor about it in his five years of life, let alone practice.
"Yes, receive both rewards!"
Surprise was surprise, but Zhixian was more eager to receive the rewards instead.
After all, if nothing happened, that bastard Xiao Chen might awaken his gold finger at any time.
And if he tried to take revenge on him, there was no way he could stop him. So, he should be prepared.
As for keeping an eye on him, Xiao Heng would never allow that.
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[Congratulations on receiving the skill Eye of Insight and the martial art Sky Piercing Slash.]
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As soon as Zhixian gave the order, he once again heard the robotic prompt in his mind, followed by a trance.
First, he felt something happen to his eyes as they suddenly became quite itchy.
However, before he could adjust to the feeling, another volley of complex knowledge suddenly poured into his mind, as if some kind of floodgate had been opened.
Then suddenly, Zhixian saw a long sword slashing through the sky, leaving behind a radiant trail as if splitting the heavens apart.
The sheer force of the strike sent shockwaves through the clouds, distorting the air itself as an overwhelming surge of knowledge flooded his mind.
Everything was spontaneous yet orderly as countless insights appeared suddenly in his consciousness. Each movement, each angle, every precise shift in balance required to execute that very sword slash with such proficiency, he felt it all.
It was as if Zhixian had already practiced this technique for years. Even his muscles instinctively understood the way the energy should flow through his body.
'Woah, awesome! It is indeed a Sky Piercing Slash.'
It didn't take long for the System to infuse knowledge into his mind as Zhixian immediately came back to his senses.
However, that feeling of omnipotence he had when he experienced the Sky Piercing Slash in his mind was so surreal that he still had a lingering taste.
Just from the vision, he was sure that slash was definitely at its epitome of perfection—a Transcendence-level slash, one that could cleave through mountains and part the very heavens.
'Let's test how much force I can exert.'
Zhixian thought with excitement as he was eager to try out the technique he had just learned.
After all, according to the system, he had already mastered it up to the Proficiency level, and his fingers were twitching with anticipation.
However, before he could do so, a sweet but stern voice rang out from outside, followed by the appearance of a girl.
"Brother Zhixian, what happened while I was gone? I heard you beat up Xiao Chen in front of the entire clan—and now you're going to be the next Clan Leader? What did you do?"
The voice was soft yet urgent, like a breeze carrying whispers of winter—cool and measured. But Zhixian could feel the slight blame from a mile away.
"Xiao Xue, you came. Come inside."
Hearing the voice, Zhixian smiled a little and invited the person outside into his courtyard. He put aside the testing of the martial technique for now.
"Brother Zhixian, why don't you reply?"
And after getting permission to enter from Zhixian, a tall, beautiful girl swiftly arrived in front of him, complaining with a little impatience.
"What do you want me to say anyway?"
But Zhixian didn't care about her query and instead asked in return with a smile while looking at the figure in front of him.
The girl in front looked graceful, with long, flowing black hair adorned with intricate red and gold hairpins, deep brown eyes, and a serene yet captivating gaze.
She was dressed in a stunning red and white traditional long dress resembling a kimono, with delicate floral embroidery, exuding elegance and quiet confidence.
"Don't just smile at me. Tell me, why did you beat up Xiao Chen in front of the whole crowd? What did he do wrong? And why are you now appointed as Clan Leader out of nowhere? What about Uncle Heng?"
Xiao Xue pouted dissatisfiedly and asked Zhixian once again. From her blaming eyes and puffed-up cheeks, she seemed quite angry.
"Hm? Sister Xue, didn't you first investigate a little before coming here?"
Seeing the blaming look in Xiao Xue's eyes, Zhixian raised his eyebrows and asked.
"Umm... no..."
Xiao Xue replied negatively, and then, seeing Zhixian's face darken, she hurriedly defended herself.
"Come on, I just came back from outside. How would I know? I just heard the news just now and came straight here."
"Then, you blame me directly without knowing anything?"
Zhixian once again asked Xiao Xue, causing her to flinch a little. Seeing her reaction, how could he not understand?
'This girl is so stupid. She came complaining for that Xiao Chen without knowing everything. But... why does it feel like this character is quite familiar?'
Zhixian thought in another confusion.
He knew that Xiao Xue wasn't actually from the Xiao family but was taken in by the former Clan Leader. Moreover, before he transmigrated into this world, Xiao Xue and Xiao Chen were already quite close.
They could be called childhood sweethearts.
'A childhood sweetheart with an impressive background that can help the protagonist rise, huh?'
'System, use the Eyes of Insight on her and show me her status.'
Zhixian immediately asked the system while curiously looking Xiao Xue up and down with intensity, causing the pouting girl to become uncomfortable all of a sudden.
Suddenly, with his command, a shimmering blue screen suddenly appeared in his eyes, filled with lots of information.
[Name: Xiao Xue]
[Cultivation Level: Middle Level of Essence Gathering Realm]
[Talent: Elite]
[Physique: Snow Jade Physique (Unawakened)]
[Fortune: Blue (Ascending]
[Talent Level: Low, Average, High, Elite, Genius, Heavenly, Saint, Divine, Supreme]
[Fortune ranking: White, Brown, Blue, Green, Purple, Gold]
'What? She is in the Middle Level of Essence Gathering Realm?'