The Sword Spirit Body is a type of incredibly powerful swordsman constitution, where man and sword combine, sword and heart unite, achieving the Sword Spirit Body. This makes cultivating Swordsmanship significantly more efficient.

Even for Ling Chen, achieving this so-called Sword Spirit Body is something he desires greatly.

With the Sword Spirit Body, it will be much easier to condense a Saint Body in the future.

Following Ling Xue, the two of them then walked towards the deep part of the Ling Family.

...

The next day, when the morning light spilled over this ancient family, some unexpected and intense excitement quietly surged in the vast estate.

The source of this excitement was some news: a branch family disciple who joined the family yesterday possesses the Supreme Sword Saint bloodline comparable to the Ling Family's top genius, Ling Yuxuan. However, what really caught the attention of the clan disciples in the Ling Family Ancestral Residence was that this new disciple was promised the opportunity to enter the Sword Pool by Patriarch Ling Tingfeng on his first day of joining!

Normally, only the most outstanding disciples in the family are eligible to access the Sword Pool. Considering the entire main family and branch families scattered everywhere in the Ling Family, the number of members is teetering close to the hundreds of thousands, just slightly less than the royal family, making the family's size quite astonishing.

Many Ling family disciples have been secretly trying hard to compete for this year's Sword Pool slot, but no one expected that this year's spot would be taken by an outsider.

This undoubtedly made many Ling family disciples feel uncomfortable. Although they knew that Ling Chen has the dignified Supreme Sword Saint bloodline and is worthy of such a reward, it wasn't enough to convince them. A newcomer wanting to snatch things from their hands without even settling in first—wasn't he looking down on the clan disciples?

Deep in the Ling Family Ancestral Residence, near the north by the back mountains, there was an exceptionally huge peak with a vast platform. At this time, many figures could be seen on the platform, making it particularly lively.

Below the platform, there was a fog-covered pool. In the center of the pool, a giant sword seemed to be stuck deep into it, emanating a sharp aura.

The coarse stone sword was inscribed with the words "Sword Pool," written with vigorous strokes, imbued with the force of a dragon soaring and phoenix dancing.

Near the front of the platform was a group of people gathered, and at their center was a young man in black clothes, with a face shadowed in discontent as he stared towards the Sword Pool. Anyone could see the anger in his heart.

"Brother Ling Tong, don't be so upset. No one saw this coming." Some Ling family disciples beside the young man in black were constantly trying to talk him out of his anger.

The Ling family disciples, who tried to talk teeth were somewhat helpless. Ling Tong was one of the outstanding figures among the young generation of the Ling family. Yet he never had the chance to cultivate in the Sword Pool. With no strong rivals this year, he was determined to seize this long-desired opportunity. But unexpectedly, a branch family disciple suddenly appeared and took the Sword Pool slot, understandably leaving him enraged.

"Hmph, just a new branch family disciple. Even if he has a supreme bloodline, he should understand the principle of 'first come, first served'! To enter the Sword Pool, he should spend a few years in the Ling Family first!" Ling Tong said coldly.

Hearing this, the surrounding Ling family disciples could only smile bitterly and agree. It seemed that Ling Tong was not planning to let go. They felt some sympathy for the new branch family disciple. Even though the family head granted Ling Yu a spot in the Sword Pool, maintaining such rewards required strength. If Ling Tong insisted on taking action, even if Ling Yu secured the Sword Pool slot, he could not stand firm in the Ling Family.

As for strength, they had no concern. Although Ling Tong was not as talented as the so-called "Ling Family Four Heroes," he was not far behind. Moreover, Ling Tong was naturally diligent. At twenty-eight, his strength had reached the Seventh Realm of Sky Apex, quite impressive among the younger generation of the Ling Family. The new branch family disciple's strength, on the other hand, was supposedly only at the Sky Apex Fourth Layer.

Apparently, quite a few Ling family disciples hurried to the Sword Pool upon hearing the news. Besides Ling Tong, other direct descendants of the Ling Family also arrived. However, unlike Ling Tong, they did not seem angry but rather stood with their arms crossed, interested in the upcoming events. They all knew that the newcomer, Ling Yu, was unlikely to easily obtain the Sword Pool slot.

Whizz!

While many Ling family disciples on the platform were waiting, a sudden sound of wind breaking came from afar. Then, over a dozen figures soared in from the distance, eventually landing on the platform, led by none other than Ling Chen and his associates.

With the arrival of Ling Chen's group, the previously noisy platform quieted down considerably. Numerous gazes converged instantly, many of them tinged with a hint of amusement.

Upon landing on the platform, Ling Chen clearly sensed this unusual atmosphere. However, there was no surprise on his face. Patriarch Ling Tingfeng and Ling Xue had already warned him yesterday that the matter of the Sword Pool slot would not go smoothly today.

Ling Chen also understood how to handle the situation. Ling Xue did not accompany him today; instead, a few young members from the third branch came along. The members of the Ling Family's third branch wanted to use this opportunity to gauge whether Ling Chen was truly a genius on the brink of soaring to great heights or merely an empty shell without substance.

If it was the latter, they would undoubtedly discard him like worn-out shoes, not giving him a second glance.

If he couldn't even deal with someone like Ling Tong, how could he ever hope to contend with Ling Yuxuan?

"Are you the new branch family disciple, Ling Yu?"

Shortly after Ling Chen appeared, Ling Tong, clad in black, could no longer contain himself. He stepped forward and sternly asked.

"The show is about to start."

Upon seeing Ling Tong step out, the phrase flashed through the minds of the Ling family disciples present.

"Ling Yu, being a branch family disciple, possessing the supreme bloodline and receiving the family's reward, is one thing. But the Sword Pool is a crucial family ground, with only one slot available each year. Many have fought fiercely for this opportunity. With your current qualifications, you might not be eligible. Therefore, as your clan elder, I suggest you wait another two years to compete for this slot. You'll have a better chance that way, and we can form a friendly bond. What do you think?" Ling Tong said lightly.

"As the saying goes, 'Best steel should be used on the blade.' The opportunity at the Sword Pool is so precious it should go to those who need it most to fully utilize its value. I don't think Clan Brother Ling Tong is the most suitable choice."

Ling Chen smiled lightly.

Ling Tong narrowed his eyes slightly, "Are you saying you're unwilling to yield?"

"I'm afraid not."

Ling Chen shook his head. Such a matter required no consideration, with no room for negotiation.