Chapter 1: Swinging the Sword to Achieve Meaning

In the Weapon Master's Courtyard of Pingshan City, a handsome young man was methodically swinging his sword. His movements were precise and controlled, every swing of the three-foot-long blade deliberate and exact. To an onlooker, he seemed to be practicing the most basic sword swings. However, this young man was the youngest Weapon Master in the Martial Suppression Division of Pingshan City. Did he really need to practice such basic sword moves?

Su Yang continued to swing his sword, appearing to be just an ordinary swordsman. To the untrained eye, his actions seemed monotonous and rudimentary. But in Su Yang's perspective, each swing held immense significance. Each movement, each swing, increased his sword intent proficiency by one point. It was through this disciplined practice that he had raised his sword intent to secure his position in this world.

A thought crossed his mind, and a virtual panel appeared before him, visible only to him.

[Tianqin Sword]

[Sword Intent: LV10 (975/10000)]

[Sword Technique: None]

[Will of All Living Beings: 0]

Su Yang was a transmigrator from the Blue Planet, having arrived in this ancient world exactly a month ago. Upon his arrival, he discovered this mysterious panel. After a series of experiments, he understood its function. This panel provided him with an extraordinary ability: the correct swing of his sword could directly increase his comprehension of sword intent. As he continued to practice, his sword intent steadily grew stronger.

He had focused exclusively on mastering sword intent, as wielding other weapons did not grant him the corresponding intent realm. Despite his current proficiency in sword intent, he remained clueless about sword techniques and the will of all living beings. The panel had not revealed much about these aspects.

Su Yang paused his practice and glanced at the wisps of white gas drifting in the air, visible only to him. He had inherited the identity of the original owner of his body, and since then, he had always seen these wisps of white gas. However, he couldn't interact with them, nor did he understand their purpose. He speculated that they might be related to sword techniques and the will of all living beings. After all, these were the only aspects he hadn't comprehended yet.

His Level 10 sword intent allowed him to slash through the air and effortlessly split a boulder as tall as a person. In this ancient world, where martial artists and cultivators existed, with the lowest realm being the ninth grade and the highest being the first grade, Su Yang's strength was formidable. In Pingshan City, the strongest cultivators were at the seventh grade, and Su Yang's strength, derived solely from his comprehension of swordsmanship, was on par with them. This strength enabled him to maintain his position as a Weapon Master.

Becoming a Weapon Master in Pingshan City required strength. The position wasn't entirely inherited; it depended on one's abilities. During his assessment, Su Yang displayed the strength of an eighth-grade warrior, securing his role as the Weapon Master. However, he didn't let this achievement distract him. He continued to practice diligently, aiming to enhance his sword intent further.

As Su Yang focused on his practice, a loud bang echoed through the courtyard. A residential house was forcefully kicked open, and a group of Li family guards stormed in. Their leader, an arrogant man named Li Heizi, surveyed the courtyard with disdain.

In the courtyard, an old man and a young woman were present. The old man, around sixty years old, looked frail but determined. The young woman, about fifteen or sixteen, glared at the intruders with anger and defiance.

"Where did you come from? Why are you so rude and unreasonable?" she demanded.

Li Heizi ignored her and approached the old man, a sinister smile on his face. "Elder Liu, I wonder if you've considered my third young master's proposal?"

Liu Congshan's eyes burned with anger, but he suppressed it, knowing the danger they were in. "How dare you trespass in broad daylight? Aren't you afraid the authorities will arrest you? You're too bold!"

Li Heizi's smile vanished, replaced by a cold expression. "Old man, I don't want to waste time. Hand over the medicinal formula or refine medicine for my Li clan every day. Otherwise, you don't want anything to happen to your granddaughter, do you?"

"As for the authorities... old man, you're not a child anymore. You know how things work."

At the end of his sentence, Li Heizi leered at the young woman, who blushed with a mix of embarrassment and rage.

Liu Congshan's anger turned to resignation. He knew the Li family's influence in Pingshan City meant the authorities wouldn't help him. The government and the Li family were in cahoots.

Liu Congshan's shoulders slumped, and he sighed deeply. "Alright. But I can't hand over the prescription."

Li Heizi didn't care. He laughed and said, "Fine. I'll come to pick you up tomorrow. Don't even think about running away, or else... who knows what might happen."

With a wave of his hand, Li Heizi and his men left, their arrogance palpable.

Liu Congshan felt a wave of sorrow, and the suppressed anger rushed to his heart. His body swayed, and he spat out a mouthful of blood. The young woman hurriedly supported him, her face filled with concern. "Grandpa, are you alright?"

Liu Congshan took deep breaths, trying to calm himself. "I'm fine... I won't die. But the Li family... they go too far in bullying people!"

"Doesn't the government care about this kind of thing?" Liu Yurou asked, her voice trembling with anger.

"Yurou..." Liu Congshan began, then paused, choosing his words carefully. "From tomorrow onwards, you'll refine medicine with me."

Meanwhile, Li Heizi returned to the Li residence, his demeanor completely changed. He approached a luxuriously dressed noble young master and bowed deeply. "Third young master, the matter you arranged has been settled."

Li Ming, the third son of the Li family, responded casually, "If you can't handle such a small matter, you don't deserve to come back. Ensure that old man refines medicine for us. Otherwise, there's no place for his family in Pingshan City."

Li Heizi nodded and bowed, his loyalty unquestionable.

Back in the courtyard, Su Yang continued to swing his sword, focusing on his training. Despite being one of the strongest in the city, he knew he couldn't be complacent. He needed to surpass his current level and dominate his opponents completely.

Suddenly, something unexpected happened. The white gas floating in the air began to gather, forming a white bead. The bead hovered in front of Su Yang, bringing with it a message.

[Will of All Beings: Eliminate Evil]

[Difficulty Level: LV6]

[Description: The third son of the Li family in Pingshan City, Li Ming, is a bully. He colludes with the government and acts wildly and tyrannically in Pingshan City. As long as he has his eyes on something, he will use all kinds of means to get it. Under the protection of the Li family, the commoners have nowhere to complain.]

[Requirements: Judge Li Ming]

[Reward: 1-6 wisps of Will of All Living Beings (Reward depends on completion rate)]

Su Yang read the message, his sword paused mid-swing, and his pupils contracted. Painful memories from his previous life surged back. He remembered the night his parents died in a car accident caused by a speeding SUV. The driver, a powerful figure, used his influence to shift the blame onto Su Yang's parents, leaving Su Yang devastated and helpless.

Despite his grief, Su Yang sought justice but was met with threats and violence. Realizing the futility of his efforts, he dedicated himself to training and planning. A year later, he orchestrated an explosion that killed the driver and his entire family. Though he achieved his revenge, he couldn't punish those who had protected the driver, leaving a void in his heart.

Returning to reality, Su Yang gripped his sword tighter. "There are powerful people who do whatever they want, unchecked by the law. The collusion between the government and merchants leaves commoners with no recourse."

He glanced at the bead, determination burning in his eyes. "I've been given the power to change things. If this world is an abyss, then my sword shall be named Abysscleaver."

"I, Su Yang, can't correct all the injustices in the world, but when I encounter them, I will draw my sword and bring about justice!"

With newfound resolve, Su Yang resumed his practice, each swing of his sword fueled by a desire for justice and retribution.