Glacial Ancient Spear Technique

The morning arrived, and Han Yue woke up in her chamber. After freshening up, she ate her breakfast and walked out of her room. She then tended to the flowers, carefully watering each one. Following her usual routine, she dedicated time to her practice and training. Once finished, she made her way to her master's house.

Upon arriving, she began cleaning the house meticulously, ensuring everything was in order while waiting for her master to return. After five minutes, her master arrived from Blossom Peak. Han Yue stood up promptly and saluted her master with respect.

After their greetings, Han Yue gazed at her master. Her master was an absolutely stunning woman, with ice-blue hair that shimmered like a frozen cascade and sky-blue eyes that radiated an ethereal beauty. She resembled a goddess, her expression cold and untouched, as if the concerns of the mortal world could not reach her.

Bing Zhi, in turn, observed her disciple carefully. "Oh, it seems you've made a breakthrough, little Yue. Good," she said, her voice calm yet authoritative. "Since you have mastered the basic spear techniques, I will now teach you my spear technique."

"It also seems that your Ice Phoenix Physique has awakened further, and your Ice Spirit Root has improved as well. You have entered a state of Emptiness."

Han Yue, who heard this, was astonished. She had no idea that her physique had undergone further transformation. She hadn't cultivated the previous night or that morning, so she hadn't paid particular attention to such changes. Yet, after her master pointed it out, she could suddenly feel it—there was more Qi in the air than before, or rather, she could now sense it more clearly.

A wave of joy surged in her heart. Her Ice Spirit Root had indeed strengthened. However, she quickly suppressed her emotions, maintaining her usual calm. With a respectful tone, she turned to her master and asked,

"Master, what is Emptiness? I have never read about it in any book."

For the past three years, aside from her training, her primary focus had been to visit the Core Area and the Book Tower. She sought knowledge—about this vast and unpredictable world, about its history, its great figures, and the powerhouses who had shaped it. She had read countless records, absorbing every piece of information she could find. She had even come across mentions of the Enlightenment Phenomenon.

Yet, she had never once encountered anything about this mysterious "Emptiness" state.

"Of course, I understand that you have never heard of the Emptiness State," her master said calmly. "It is not something recorded in books."

She paused for a moment before continuing, her voice carrying a depth of experience.

"The Emptiness State is when one forgets themselves—or forgets their surroundings entirely. It is a phenomenon that only truly powerful cultivators experience. Even among them, only a handful have ever entered this state.

I, too, have experienced it once."

Han Yue listened attentively, her eyes reflecting curiosity and thoughtfulness.

"During that moment, my focus was solely on my Spirit Root. If a cultivator possesses a special physique, the Emptiness State also enhances it, allowing it to awaken further. However, this is not something you need to dwell on for now."

Her master's tone shifted slightly, becoming more instructive.

"For now, I will teach you a simplified version of my spear technique."

Han Yue nodded, her expression calm and respectful.

The two of them walked toward the training ground where Han Yue had trained the previous day. As they entered, the protective arrays automatically closed behind them, sealing the area from outside interference.

Bing Zhi reached out and took the spear from Han Yue's hands. Holding it firmly, she spoke in a calm yet instructive tone,

"Watch closely. I will perform the first part in slow motion."

Han Yue focused all her attention on her master.

Bing Zhi took a steady stance, gripping the spear with precision. A faint layer of Ice Qi coated the weapon, shimmering under the light. Then, in one fluid motion, she moved—the spear in her hands tracing a zigzag pattern through the air before thrusting forward.

Boom!

The moment the spear struck the ground, the Ice Qi burst outward. Crystalline frost rapidly spread across the training ground, covering the floor in a thick layer of ice. The protective array trembled from the impact, barely containing the force. Yet, the frost did not spread beyond their immediate surroundings—only the area where the two stood was affected.

Han Yue was stunned.

She hadn't even seen her master's movements. Though Bing Zhi had deliberately slowed down her pace, Han Yue could only witness the aftermath—the ice rapidly expanding across the ground.

Seeing her disciple's reaction, Bing Zhi turned toward her and asked,

"How was it? Did you see my movements?"

Han Yue lowered her head slightly, feeling ashamed. "No, Master… I couldn't see anything."

Bing Zhi, however, remained unfazed.

"That is natural," she said. "Even though I slowed my movements, you are not yet capable of following them. But do not worry—I will demonstrate again, this time without using my full speed."

Han Yue nodded earnestly.

This time, Bing Zhi performed the technique without infusing Ice Qi or using any movement techniques. She only executed the zigzag motion of the spear. Without the overwhelming force and speed, Han Yue could finally see the intricacies of her master's movements—the way her wrist shifted subtly, the precise angles of her thrusts, and the controlled flow of motion.

After repeating the demonstration several times, Bing Zhi finally stopped. Lowering the spear, she turned to Han Yue and spoke,

"I will teach you the first three parts of my technique. You must master the first part before I give you the rest. Also…"

Her gaze became serious.

"This is a Saint-level spear technique. To build a solid foundation, go to the Book Tower and choose a spear technique ranked below the King level to practice first."

As she finished speaking, Bing Zhi raised her hand and pressed her palm against Han Yue's forehead.

A rush of knowledge flooded into Han Yue's mind—the Glacial Ancient Spear Technique, divided into three distinct parts.

A sharp pain spread through her head from the sheer influx of information, but she gritted her teeth and endured it.

"Alright," Bing Zhi said, stepping back. "Try to comprehend it."

Han Yue took a deep breath, steadying herself before cupping her hands in a respectful salute.

"Yes, Master."

Bing Zhi gave a small nod before vanishing from sight.

Han Yue sat on the ground, closing her eyes as she attempted to comprehend the technique. She replayed the movements her master had demonstrated earlier, trying to break them down in her mind.

Five hours passed.

Despite her efforts, she couldn't grasp the essence of the technique. Even though Bing Zhi had performed it in slow motion, it remained elusive. Han Yue knew that mastering such an advanced technique wouldn't happen overnight.

Realizing this, she exhaled softly and stood up.

The noon sun hung high in the sky, casting its light over the sect. She turned her gaze toward River Peak—one of the best places to find techniques related to ice and water cultivation.

While every peak in the sect had some ice-related techniques, River Peak was the primary location where disciples with Ice and Water Spirit Roots could find suitable cultivation methods. Since Han Yue had an Ice Spirit Root, this was the best place for her to seek foundational spear techniques before attempting to comprehend the Glacial Ancient Spear Technique.

Only two Students in the sect had permission to access any peak freely—to enter and take any technique ranked below King level without restriction: Han Yue and the sect's Holy Daughter.

For techniques at the King level or above, however, they needed permission from their master. Techniques of that rank were considered the sect's core inheritance, carefully guarded and never given out lightly.

With that in mind, Han Yue adjusted her robes and began making her way toward River Peak.

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