Chapter 8

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The morning sun painted the sky in hues of gold as Vail, fueled by a hearty breakfast, followed Roy to the back hill to resume yesterday's training. The night's discovery of his newfound ability to control Lightning had left Vail both astonished and intrigued. Despite his initial instincts, he managed to restrain himself, savoring the joy of this unexpected development.

Roy, seemingly unfazed by Vail's night of revelation, nonchalantly explained that the difficulty of the previous night's training was merely a temporary hurdle. The body, adapting through the night, had overcome its instinctual resistance.

To Vail's surprise, Roy handed him two bamboo swords instead of the usual Kenpachi. The training session was about to take a different turn. Holding the bamboo swords, Vail braced himself for what was to come. Roy, seemingly in good spirits, engaged in a more relaxed training session, delivering occasional knocks to Vail's forehead.

A resounding bang echoed through the air as Vail winced from the forehead strike. Roy, nodding approvingly, remarked, "Yes, eyes open. Other aspects of cultivation can wait."

Vail shot Roy an incredulous look. "You brought me here for this? A little heads-up would have been nice, you know, just to mentally prepare myself."

Roy, however, remained unyielding. "Mental preparation? This is not a test. Enough of your complaints. Now, I will teach you the correct gripping postures, slashing techniques, and defensive actions. Spend most of the morning mastering these, and if you fail, continue in the afternoon."

The training unfolded with Roy imparting various Sword Technique knowledge, emphasizing footwork, power skills, and the intricacies of wielding a sword. Vail, under Roy's tutelage, gradually gained proficiency in several basic skills. However, his protests and complaints persisted, and Roy responded by occasionally correcting Vail with a swift tap of the bamboo sword.

As the morning progressed, Roy, satisfied with Vail's progress, explained that learning the movements was not the real challenge. The true difficulty lay in ingraining these actions into muscle memory and developing the flexibility required for future combat.

At noon, the duo returned to the restaurant, drawn by the delicious taste they had experienced the previous day. Vail observed a peculiar soft spot on Roy's part of the menu, but his suggestion of ordering wine was met with a stern refusal. Roy explained that an afternoon training session awaited, making alcohol consumption out of the question.

Vail, now two days into his encounter with Roy, noticed a shift in the atmosphere. Roy's typically carefree demeanor gave way to a more serious expression. It dawned on Vail that Roy was not merely a storyteller but someone with a depth that had yet to be fully revealed.

The afternoon brought a change of scenery as Roy led Vail to the vicinity of the sword hall. To Vail's surprise, he discoVaild various training equipment behind the sword hall. Roy, with unwavering enthusiasm, introduced each piece of equipment and set Vail on a regimen targeting different muscle groups.

Starting with arm strength, they progressed to balance exercises, followed by chest muscles and more. Roy emphasized that a Swordman needed not only exceptional arm strength but also a sense of balance and overall body Strength. Under Roy's watchful eye, Vail found the training unusually manageable, thanks in part to the 'Thunder Method' that alleviated the fatigue from the previous day.

Roy, sensing Vail's increased stamina, decided to push the limits further. He added weights to Vail's legs during the high-intensity training. Surprisingly, Vail's body responded positively, and the 'Thunder Method' seemed to amplify the training's effectiveness.

As the day wore on, Vail marveled at the accelerated progress he was making. The 'Thunder Method' seemed to enhance the benefits of his training, providing a unique advantage over conventional methods. The realization dawned on him – the results of his efforts were now more than three times that of others, a testament to the effectiveness of the Thunder Method.

Brimming with newfound optimism, Vail smiled, seeing a tangible path toward achieving his goals. The desire for strength and growth, which had been a mere fantasy before, now seemed within reach.

Just as the evening approached, Roy called for a break, signaling the end of the training session. Vail, immersed in his efforts, lost track of time but was pleasantly surprised by the day's achievements.

Dinner was a brief interlude, and Vail anticipated another session with Nice in the evening. Heading to the room adjacent to the sword hall, Vail knocked on the door, receiving a prompt invitation to enter.

To his surprise, Vail found Nice in the room, and the setting sparked his curiosity about Nice's usual activities. Seated cross-legged, Vail awaited Nice's guidance, questioning whether advanced techniques would be on the agenda.

Nice, however, diverted the conversation, asking if Vail could recognize the sword laid before him. Vail, upon scrutinizing the sword, felt a sense of familiarity but struggled to pinpoint its origin. Nice, eager to unravel the mystery, encouraged Vail to recall if he had seen it in the information sold by his mother.

Feeling a pang of guilt for forgetting, Vail hesitated before admitting his lapse in memory. Nice's initial excitement waned, replaced by a subtle disappointment. Yet, in a quick change of mood, Nice shifted the focus back to Sword Technique knowledge.

Nice began by elucidating the ranks of Swordmen, a concept unfamiliar to Vail. Dividing Swordmen into six stages, Nice outlined each stage's characteristics and challenges. Vail, curious and eager to learn, absorbed the information.

Nice, sensing the length of his discourse, called for a brief interlude, during which Vail was introduced to the taste of a high-quality tea – a far cry from the ordinary beverages served. Amused by Vail's discomfort, Nice revealed the tea's cost, challenging Vail to appreciate such luxuries.

Revisiting the topic of the sword's origins, Nice, while acknowledging his persistence, assured Vail that it could wait. He then delved into the concept of breaking steel and iron, cautioning Vail against premature focus on such advanced techniques.

As the night wore on, Nice, concluding the session, reminded Vail not to approach him with questions for the next month. The nightly training and physical exercises were to continue, a practical approach to Sword Technique being more beneficial than mere theoretical discussions.

Vail, now enlightened about the realms of Sword Technique, retired for the night, preparing for another day of rigorous training that lay ahead.

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