While the Grand Elder did not know about Xukong, he did know that Lin Mu had a mysterious master. He knew enough from his experience not to pry, as such had not asked for any details about him.
Lin Mu nodded, his expression solemn.
"Any advice?" he asked.
The Grand Elder chuckled. "No. Only this: Go with a still heart. The Sacred Grounds test not only your power, but your being. You've walked the path of the sword, Lin Mu. Let us now see if the sword walks with you."
The crack widened fully now, becoming a portal large enough for a man to walk through.
The very air trembled as the scent of foreign energy spilled through it. Lin Mu could sense it immediately—a different minor plane, rich with sword intent unlike any he'd felt before. Even more ancient than the Path of the Sealed Swords, and far more secretive.
He turned to the Grand Elder, gave him a slight bow.
"I'll return," Lin Mu said.
