Chapter 0685 Initial Formation of the Sword Body

Chapter 0685: Forging the Sword Body

When Jian Ruyan heard Qin Yun’s words, her mind raced with possibilities—especially the thought of him carving totem patterns into her body.

"Yan," Qin Yun quickly added, noticing her deep contemplation, "if you're not comfortable, we can just do your arms and martial spirit."

"Do you really think this will help me cultivate a Profound Body?"

Jian Ruyan was fiercely proud. If she failed to become the top contender in her group, she’d be ridiculed by both the Jian Family and the Sword Immortal Pavilion. Many would question her decision to join the Immortal Armory City and mock her for it.

She couldn’t accept that fate. Worse still, she’d soon face disciples from the Sword Immortal Pavilion.

"This is just a theory—I can't guarantee a Profound Body," Qin Yun admitted. "But I *can* promise you’ll grow stronger. That’s how I became so powerful, thanks to the Sky Lion Totem."

She knew all too well that in the Martial Arts Championship, she’d face Immortal Disciples and Demon Disciples—especially those from the Totem Pavilion, who were terrifying with their full-body totems.

Though she wielded twin swords, she was still too weak.

"My totems won’t be flashy like the ones from the Totem Pavilion!" Qin Yun said with a sheepish grin. "Mine will fuse into your flesh and bones, invisible on the surface! It takes top-tier skill to pull off something like this!"

Still considering, Jian Ruyan asked, "Qin Yun, have you done this before? What kind of results did it produce?"

"I carved a Dragon Totem into Long Qiaofeng’s martial spirit," he replied. "It helped her master Dragon Totem martial arts. She’s incredibly strong now, but stays out of fights on purpose—to keep the Long Family from suspecting anything."

"Tch," she scoffed. "I knew you two had some shady dealings going on."

"I trust you, so keep this secret—otherwise, it could get Qiaofeng killed!" Qin Yun warned seriously.

"I’m no blabbermouth!" Jian Ruyan let out a long breath. "Fine, I’ll give you a chance. But if you try anything during this, just you wait—I’ll tell your wife!"

Qin Yun forced a smile. "That’s a terrifying threat."

Instead of starting right away, Jian Ruyan went to take a bath.

"Why waste time bathing? We should hurry!" Qin Yun called after her.

"I want to be clean, so you don’t call me a stinky girl!" she replied. Truthfully, she also wanted a moment to relax.

Afterward, she came out nude and lay down on the bed.

Qin Yun kept his gaze neutral, though his heartbeat quickened slightly.

"Qin Yun," she asked coldly while lying there, "are my boobs really smaller than Qiaofeng’s?"

"They’re about the same! Stop asking—it’s distracting!" He pursed his lips. "Look into my eyes—full of purity. I mean no harm."

"You wouldn’t dare," she smirked. "If you do, I’ll tell your wife—and you’re dead."

He swore under his breath. He hadn’t expected her to be so bold.

"Just warning you—don’t hold this over me again! I’m helping you grow stronger. Don’t pick on an honest guy like me!"

With that, he gripped the Spirit Rhino Profound Brush and began carving the Sword Totem onto her body with intense focus.

Seeing how focused he was, Jian Ruyan couldn’t help respecting his discipline.

Though she wasn’t a Runes Master herself, she knew that such work required total concentration.

At this moment, Qin Yun was able to focus completely, without distraction, and carve the totem symbols!

Ling Yuner giggled within Qin Yun's illusory space, "Xiao Yun, make your move on her now! This is a great opportunity—don't waste it!"

"Yun'er, don’t tempt me into mischief!" Qin Yun said seriously. "I, Qin Yun, am a gentleman!"

"What a pity! Jian Ruyan must have accepted you in her heart to agree to something like this. Otherwise, she wouldn’t even let you see her navel!" Ling Yuner lightly snorted. "I know women—there’s none I haven’t seen through."

And so, Qin Yun remained highly focused all night, working relentlessly on the sword totems for Jian Ruyan. He didn’t even know how many sets he had carved.

In short, his goal was to integrate the sword totem into every inch of Ruyan’s body.

Carving the sword totem into the martial soul was relatively easy, but doing so on the physical body was much harder.

By dawn, Qin Yun had finished and sat on the ground, completely drained.

Jian Ruyan now truly believed that Qin Yun had no ulterior motives.

After all, he hadn’t touched her at all—only lightly brushing the surface of her skin with the Spirit Profound Pen.

Jian Ruyan picked up her clothes and glanced at Qin Yun sitting on the floor, shooting him a cool but provocative smile. "Brother Yun, you were so focused last night—you must’ve missed the view. Do you want to get a good look now?"

Qin Yun immediately closed his eyes. "I need to rest. You go and feel the sword totem for yourself!"

"You’re such a henpecked man!" Jian Ruyan laughed heartily, slowly putting on her clothes before gently stroking Qin Yun’s cheek. "Brother Yun, I’m actually starting to like you now! I’ll ask Xiao Yuelan when I get the chance—see if she’s willing to accept me!"

"Jian Ruyan, I never expected you to be so flirtatious!" Qin Yun was genuinely surprised. This cold, fierce tigress actually had such a bold and unrestrained side.

Jian Ruyan sat on the bed, excitement in her voice. "I feel like I’ve cultivated the *Sword Profound Body*—it’s truly amazing!"

She balled her fists, and a surge of sword aura burst forth from her body, radiating immense power.

"It seems my idea was correct!" Qin Yun was also delighted.

"Brother Yun, your skill in mystic inscriptions has already surpassed those old fogies in our Jian family!"

Jian Ruyan was certain of this. "Later, test it on Qiaofeng—maybe she can cultivate the *Dragon Profound Body*, and she’ll become even more yours!"

Qin Yun opened his eyes and chuckled. "What are you talking about?"

"Nothing!" Jian Ruyan pouted.

*Knock knock knock!*

Suddenly, someone knocked on the door.

"Ruyan, come out quickly! It’s time for the sparring match!" Bao Changshou called.

Seeing Jian Ruyan walk toward the door, Qin Yun swiftly activated the *Piercing Mystic Art*, passing through the wall to return to his own room before stepping out.

"Headmaster, you’re early!" Qin Yun greeted with a smile.

Jian Ruyan hadn’t expected Qin Yun to move so fast—instantly returning to his room and even appearing behind Bao Changshou.

Qin Yun did this to avoid letting Bao Changshou see him in Jian Ruyan’s room and getting suspicious.

"Let’s go!" Jian Ruyan stepped out of the room and looked at Qin Yun. "Have you rested enough?"

Last night, Qin Yun had worked on her all night, expending tremendous energy. She was a little worried he might not be at his best.

"That's enough!" Qin Yun snapped.

Jian Ruyan was in top form, buzzing with excitement and energy. Especially when she felt the power of her Profound Body, her blood practically boiled—she was itching for a fight.

"Ruyan, you're on fire today! I hope you have a great performance!" Bao Changshou also noticed something different about her and grinned happily.

"I definitely will!" Jian Ruyan was determined to win. Otherwise, she'd feel guilty for making Qin Yun pull an all-nighter just for her.

...

Bao Changshou and his group arrived at the plaza.

As soon as they got there, Jian Ruyan leaped onto the arena stage. The matches had been drawn the previous afternoon, and she was up first.

By the afternoon, most groups would be down to their final two competitors, culminating in the finals to determine the ultimate victor.

Qin Yun was in the second round, so he could now closely observe Jian Ruyan’s strength.

Xiao Yuelan was nearby and whispered to Qin Yun through *spirit transmission*: "Xiao Yun, Jian Ruyan's strength shot up overnight! What happened?"

Qin Yun chuckled. "I carved her a sword totem—it took me all night!"

He then recounted everything from last night without holding back.

After hearing it, Xiao Yuelan giggled. "Xiao Yun, she might never leave you alone now."

"Yuelan, you're not getting possessive, are you?" Qin Yun asked with slight concern.

"As if!" Xiao Yuelan playfully replied. "You told me this because you’re afraid she might hold it over you, right?"

"Yuelan, how strong do you think she is now?" Qin Yun couldn’t fully gauge her current power.

"Strong enough to matter! Though the details... I can't say for sure," Xiao Yuelan said. "I’ll spar with her when I get the chance."

Now, Jian Ruyan’s opponent was Sun Taicai, an Immortal Disciple from the Sword Immortal Pavilion.

He was also a sword cultivator, capable of manifesting his *natal sword*.

Though not from the Jian family, he was born with a Profound Body that later evolved into an Immortal Body—a transformation made possible by a council of half-immortals who had forged his Immortal Body for him.

"Sis Yan, your father said whoever defeats you can marry you!" Sun Taicai grinned.

Sun Taicai stood as tall as Jian Ruyan, dressed in white robes, with handsome features and a refined air—he was a real looker.

But Jian Ruyan caught a flicker of lust in his eyes.

Last night, she had stared into Qin Yun’s gaze for hours, but never once saw such a look.

Yet here was Sun Taicai, practically undressing her with his eyes the moment he saw her in tight-fitting clothes. It made her skin crawl.

In comparison, it only made her appreciate Qin Yun even more.

"That was my father’s promise! If you really beat me, marry him instead—count me out!" Jian Ruyan shot back, drawing a roar of laughter from the crowd.

"Do you look down on me? I’m an Immortal Disciple—I’ve got women lining up for me!" Sun Taicai snapped angrily.

"Then get in line with your groupies!" Jian Ruyan coldly retorted.

"I get it—you've got a thing for Qin Yun!" Sun Taicai suddenly accused, glancing toward Qin Yun below the platform.

Jian Nanhu quickly shouted, "That’s impossible! Yan and Qin Yun are mortal enemies! Sun Taicai, if you want a shot with her, defeat her first!"