After sensing it for a while, the light on the tombstone gradually faded.
Yun Jin also withdrew the sword qi surrounding her body.
She quietly looked at the words engraved on the tombstone.
"My accompanying sword is named Tianpo. This sword accompanied me for many years. In the final battle, it followed me in slaying tens of thousands of the Extraterrestrial Demon Clan. I once comprehended a supreme realm: the Living Beings Realm. Now, as I am about to fall, I use this realm to forge this sword tomb.
These swords all fought and killed upon the battlefield. Though they no longer possess the sharpness of divine weapons, they have each formed their own spaces, capable of teaching later generations, passing on experience, and serving endless wondrous purposes.
Treat them well."
Compared to the earlier tombstones, this one could be said to be densely filled with words.
As Yun Jin read, she didn't know why, but felt a trace of sorrow.
A thousand years ago, the final battle.
The owner of this sword tomb likely led everyone in resisting the Extraterrestrial Demon Clan.
Yet.
Over these thousand years.
There had never been any mention of the Extraterrestrial Demon Clan in the world, nor had there been any legend of this senior.
Even these heroic swords merely stood silently here, unknown and unremembered, without worship or reverence.
The Extraterrestrial Demon Clan should have been repelled.
Otherwise.
There couldn't possibly be no records related to them at all. If the existing Demon Clan of this world had colluded with the Extraterrestrial Demon Clan, they would definitely have been even more troublesome.
So what kind of story had unfolded during this time?
Yun Jin really wanted to know.
In the next moment.
An ancient sigh sounded in her mind.
Then.
Her figure vanished from the spot.
Outside the water screen, everyone only saw Yun Jin stand dazed for a while before suddenly disappearing.
Within the water screen, only the giant sword that pierced the heavens remained.
The crowd couldn't help but feel somewhat dazed.
So.
Was the tenth trial hidden within this giant sword?
Although no human figure could be seen, no one left, and no one felt bored.
A treasure capable of making Yuehua Sect invest such effort naturally warranted a closer look.
"Elder Mu," Qin Ping said with a smile, "Yuehua Sect has been planning here for many years. Surely you have some speculation regarding the treasure inside? Since there's nothing to do now, why not tell everyone, and let us broaden our horizons."
With Qin Ping taking the lead, everyone looked over with curiosity.
Mu Lan snorted coldly and said expressionlessly, "It's merely a cultivation family. What treasure could there be? Yuanwu was only giving it a casual attempt."
Qin Ping smiled, "A casual attempt? Yet the difficulty of this sword tomb seems somewhat beyond imagination. In my view, this could already be called a secret realm. Of the secret realms in the world, eight or nine out of ten are controlled by the Four Great Holy Lands. Could it be that Elder Mu intends for Yuehua Sect to scheme for a secret realm as well?"
Mu Lan's expression darkened, "Imperial Preceptor Qin, this has nothing to do with you."
Qin Ping smiled faintly and said no more.
A deep glint flashed in Mu Lan's eyes.
In truth, he didn't know what the final treasure was.
But as Qin Ping had said, this secret realm was of immense benefit for training juniors and tempering sword techniques. Yuehua Sect had long regarded this place as something already in their possession.
This time.
Their plan had been for Ma Yuanwu to clear the trials first, after which the Yu Family would publicly present this secret realm to Yuehua Sect before all under heaven.
The people coming to receive the secret realm on behalf of Yuehua Sect were already on the way, determined to conclude this matter properly and with dignity.
Now, however, a small accident has occurred.
Ma Yuanwu had failed to clear the trials. Instead, the one who succeeded was an unknown disciple from a mid-tier sect.
But.
The people coming to receive the secret realm were already en route.
So what if Yun Jin cleared it?
So what if she obtained the treasure?
She couldn't take it away!
This secret realm belonged to Yuehua Sect.
Yun Jin helping Yuehua Sect clear the trials could even be considered a meritorious deed.
Now that matters had reached this point, Mu Lan instead became completely calm.
Yuanwu's reputation could be salvaged slowly in the future. This secret realm was extraordinary, and the greatest treasure within it was likely extraordinary as well. Once Yun Jin brought the treasure out, it would naturally belong to Yuehua Sect.
No one could change this fact.
Within the sword domain, the moment Yun Jin entered, she saw all the swords of the sword tomb staring straight at her.
"Emotion points +50."
"Emotion points +100."
"Emotion points +150."
"Emotion points +200."
The sounds of Emotion Points being credited rang continuously in Yun Jin's mind.
This was enough to prove that although these swords appeared calm on the surface, their actual emotional fluctuations were quite intense.
During the trials, Yun Jin had complained nonstop about these swords.
But now that she actually stood before them, she cleared her throat and said honestly, "Greetings, seniors."
For no other reason, than because they had all resisted the Extraterrestrial Demon Clan in that great battle.
If not for the sacrifices of these people and these swords, there likely won't be the present-day human race.
These swords deserved her sincere respect.
Yun Jin suddenly becoming so well-behaved left the swords somewhat unaccustomed to it, and even a bit uneasy.
Wait.
Could it be that this future little master was holding back something bad?
Their hearts suddenly feel unsettled!
"Emotion points +200."
"Emotion points +200."
Another wave of Emotion Points credited.
Yun Jin felt somewhat touched.
It must be because her attitude was simply too good, and the sword seniors had been moved.
Honestly.
She had only behaved properly for a moment or two. Why were the seniors so moved?
The more the swords thought about it, the more uneasy they became. They hurriedly made way.
It's better to let the boss handle this personally.
At the end of the path stood the silent giant sword. Yun Jin walked over with curiosity.
Compared to its weathered appearance outside, within the sword domain, all the swords had returned to their original forms.
This giant sword was no exception.
It stood there quietly, simple in shape, yet exuding a savage impact, a domineering aura that rushed straight at her.
Yun Jin could easily imagine how invincible this sword must've been when it followed its master into battle.
Yun Jin honestly bowed slightly, "Senior."
The giant sword accepted the salute and said in a deep voice, "You already guessed that the swords here still possess consciousness."
Yun Jin felt a bit embarrassed, "It wasn't for long."
If these swords hadn't been so stingy, throwing her out again and again, she wouldn't have become so suspicious.
She didn't say this aloud, but her eyes conveyed the meaning very clearly.
The giant sword fell silent for a moment, then said, "You absorb energy too quickly. The sword domain cannot sustain it for long. If it were others, it wouldn't matter since they cannot touch the core energy. But you activated the core trials, and every moment consumes massive amounts of energy."
This was, in effect, an explanation.
Yun Jin immediately felt embarrassed and hurriedly said, "My apologies. This junior acted improperly."
The swords exchanged glances.
Something wasn't right!
From their observations, this little master wasn't usually so easy to talk to!
Why, upon entering the sword domain, was she bowing and apologizing?
Damn it.
How much mischief was she holding back?
The giant sword was momentarily flustered and said slowly, "Your senior brother suffered an outbreak of his petrification illness during the trials. I helped suppress it."
Claim credit first.
Otherwise, if the little master bore a grudge, their days wouldn't be easy.
Yun Jin froze for a moment, then said with genuine gratitude, "Thank you, senior."
She truly was thankful.
But the sword domain fell silent once more.
The swords grew even more terrified.
They would rather Yun Jin point at their noses and complain than behave in such a polite and reasonable manner.
This was far too frightening!
The giant sword coughed lightly and said, "In truth, we have all seen your behavior during the trials."
"Mm-hmm," Yun Jin responded, then paused.
She suddenly realized.
Tsk.
The giant sword was taking a jab at her!
Implying that she's putting on an act right now!
Yun Jin coughed lightly and said seriously, "Senior, this junior truly feels apologetic. I have already learned that all of you seniors had perished and been destroyed in order to resist the Extraterrestrial Demon Clan. Such a heroic feat, calling you heroes is fully deserved. This junior shouldn't have spoken carelessly."
Once more, Yun Jin respectfully bowed.
The swords exchanged looks.
It seemed like…She was genuinely expressing respect toward them?