Kent set the sword down and went into a meditative posture.
He was using the Sword Mind to comprehend the clarity he had received. The fusion of sword intent with Sword Qi is the first step toward something much bigger.
So, he was making sure his understanding at the foundational stage was solid. This is why, instead of doing trial and error, he was using the Sword Mind to create a foundation he would build upon.
A couple of hours passed, but he was merely thinking and creating countless scenarios in his head. This continued until a day passed inside the garden.
That was when he opened his eyes and took his sword again.
This time, instead of just swinging it, he held the hilt of his sword with his right hand and the sheath with his left hand and closed his eyes.
His intent surged, and the Qi danced across the sword.