High Martial Arts: Enlightenment after Practices-Chapter 144: Grandmaster Lin Jianyi

According to common knowledge in the Federation’s Martial Arts System, to reach the Great Success Realm in any Cultivation Technique, one must first advance to the rank of Official Martial Artist and undergo the first qualitative leap in their life essence.

Only then would a Martial Artist’s control over their Qi and Blood and meridians, along with their understanding of the essence of Martial Arts, be sufficient to support the level of manipulation and the Mental Realm required for Great Success.

And yet, Xu Wuyi’s current Life Energy Level was only 19.3, a hair’s breadth away from the level 20 threshold for a Martial Artist.

’The *Basic Body Refining Technique* actually reached Great Success ahead of schedule?’

Xu Wuyi subconsciously delved back into his sea of consciousness to double-check.

He was right. The two words "Great Success" were perfectly clear, and the percentage that followed was indeed 0.1%.

He stood stunned, carefully savoring the sensation from a moment ago.

’Is it because I’ve been continuously cultivating a High-Tier Body Refining Method like the *Hundred Refinements Melting Furnace*, so my life essence is now on par with that of an ordinary Martial Artist?’

’Or is it because of Associate Professor Han Mo’s recent guidance, which helped me patch up countless minor flaws? Did that make my foundation truly approach perfection, which in turn spurred on this Basic Cultivation Technique that’s been at the Entry Level for so long?’

’Perhaps it’s a combination of both.’

And there was one more crucial point: Xu Wuyi had truly been persevering, practicing this most basic of Cultivation Techniques up to a hundred times every single day!

Diligence is paramount in Martial Arts. No matter how much talent or insight one possesses, without hard work and perseverance, one can never reach the end of the path.

"’Returning to the Essence, the foundation establishes itself...’"

Xu Wuyi murmured the status panel’s assessment, the light of understanding gradually dawning in his eyes.

This wasn’t a result he had intentionally cultivated toward. Instead, it was a natural consequence of his Martial Arts foundation improving to a certain level.

It was like an elementary school student who, after years of advanced study at a university, looks back at simple arithmetic problems. They would naturally have a deeper understanding and discover the more fundamental mathematical principles contained within.

He tried performing the nine movements of the *Basic Body Refining Technique* again.

The movements were the same, but the feeling was completely different.

He no longer needed to consciously adjust his breathing or control his Qi and Blood; it all felt like second nature.

With every gesture, his Qi and Blood naturally surged and flowed in perfect, flawless harmony. Each movement seemed to possess a unique rhythm—simple, yet aimed directly at the core of Body Refining.

He could feel that under the influence of the *Basic Body Refining Technique* at the Great Success Realm, the Qi and Blood throughout his body had become more vibrant, and his exchange of Energy with the world around him felt much smoother.

Although the direct boost to his Life Energy Level was minuscule, the long-term benefits of strengthening and optimizing his foundation were immeasurable.

’I didn’t expect such a pleasant surprise,’ Xu Wuyi thought, invigorated.

According to the status panel, the Martial Arts Traits of his *Basic Body Refining Technique* had also changed.

Previously, it had been influenced by the True Intention of Martial Arts he had comprehended, granting it the "Mountain Suppression" trait. Now, it had become "Returning to Truth."

Focusing his thoughts on it immediately brought up a notification:

Returning to Truth: The greatest truths are the simplest. Increases your foundational understanding of all Martial Arts.

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「Mid-October. Autumn was in full swing.」

On the Star Martial University campus, the leaves on many trees had turned a brilliant gold, but the students’ fiery passion for cultivation hadn’t diminished in the slightest.

Today was the first day of class for *Initial Understanding of Martial Arts True Intent*.

This course, taught personally by Grandmaster Lin Jianyi, had drawn the attention and anticipation of countless freshmen since the very start of the semester.

Xu Wuyi was no exception.

He logged into the Star Martial Battle Network half an hour early and arrived at the virtual location designated for the class.

It was an enormous circular plaza that seemed to float above a sea of clouds, known as the Dao Discussion Platform.

By now, the Dao Discussion Platform was already teeming with people; nearly every freshman from the current class had arrived.

A palpable mood of excitement and anticipation filled the air.

Acquaintances like Shen Wei, Yu Peiling, and Zeng Bonan were all present. They exchanged nods before finding their own places to sit.

Xu Wuyi’s gaze swept across the crowd, and he spotted Zhao Qingwei and Qin Rui sitting in the front rows.

Zhao Qingwei had the same cold and aloof demeanor as always, sitting alone as if the surrounding excitement had nothing to do with her.

Qin Rui, on the other hand, sat with his back ramrod straight, his gaze sharp. He was like a drawn sword, making no effort to conceal his keen edge.

Both of them studied the Fast Sword and were the top sword-wielding geniuses of their class. They were likely more invested in this course than anyone else.

Xu Wuyi found a seat near the front and sat down, quietly regulating his breathing as he waited for the class to start.

Punctually, a clear, ringing hum of a sword sounded in the air above the Dao Discussion Platform without any warning.

HUMMM—!

The hum wasn’t loud, yet it entered every student’s ears with perfect clarity, even resonating deep within their seas of consciousness.

In an instant, the entire platform fell silent.

Everyone felt an indescribable, sharp intent spread through the air. It was as if an invisible, divine sword was hanging over their heads, striking awe into their Heart and Spirit and banishing all distracting thoughts.

A figure, riding the lingering hum of the sword, quietly appeared on the high platform at the front of the Dao Discussion Platform.

The newcomer appeared to be around thirty years old. He had a plain face and wore simple azure robes with no adornments.

He stood there as if he were one with the sea of clouds around him and the stone platform beneath his feet, appearing as unremarkable as any ordinary person.

But everyone knew he was anything but ordinary.

For he was Lin Jianyi, one of the Federation’s few top-ranked Grandmasters of the Sword Dao!

Xu Wuyi thought back to when he had first seen the course listing.

"I am Lin Jianyi."

It was an unremarkable opening, with no further introduction.

Lin Jianyi’s calm gaze swept over the hundreds of freshmen below. His eyes weren’t sharp, yet they seemed to pierce through all falsehoods and see directly into one’s true heart. 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

"Today, we will discuss the True Intention of Martial Arts."

"What is True Intention? It is not a technique, nor is it Qi and Blood. It is the ’spark’ that condenses when your Heart and Spirit, your will, and your understanding of Martial Arts become one with your own power. It is the very ’soul’ of Martial Arts."

"It is formless and intangible, yet it truly exists. Comprehending a True Intention means you are beginning to transition from a ’craftsman’ to a ’master.’ You are beginning to touch the true essence of Martial Arts."

He raised his hand, held his fingers together like a sword, and made a casual slash through the air.

There were no fluctuations of Qi and Blood, no brilliant glow of Energy, yet everyone felt as if they saw a peerless flash of sword light. An "Intention" capable of sundering everything, of breaking the unbreakable, spread out, causing everyone to hold their breath.

"Different Martial Arts and different temperaments will nurture different True Intentions. They can be sharp, profound, ethereal, or ferocious... There is no inherent hierarchy among them, only whether or not they are compatible with you."

Lin Jianyi withdrew his fingers, and the terrifying Sword Intention vanished with the movement. He continued his explanation in a calm, measured tone:

"Comprehension of a True Intention often comes naturally, either under the pressure of real combat or after long years of refinement. It cannot be forced. However, you can increase your chances by deepening your understanding of Martial Arts and honing your own will."

He explained profound concepts in simple terms, dissecting the abstruse nature of Martial Arts True Intent with lucid clarity.