Adoptive Father: C00

00: Prologue

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_{The start of this competition, was like the beginning of a war.}
In ancient times, in the divine land of Shenzhou, there were constant wars and conflict between all the warring lords vying for power, while the common folk lived on the edge of destitution.

The start of this competition, was like the beginning of a war.

_{00: Prologue}This "Sword that Rules the World" competition had certain rules as follows: each location were allowed to send skilled swordsmen to participate in the competition held in Shengyang, and whoever wins the highest award there not only attained world wide fame, but they were also gifted gold and silver along with more opportunities to rise in the ranks.

00: Prologue

_{The end of this competition, was like the end of one as well.}
After a century of turmoil, one feudal lord: Canglong Que, gradually grew his power. He used all his strength to build to build a strong nation: raising up an army, recruiting more followers which continued to expanded until the divine land of Shenzhou was again united and became known as "Shengyang".

The end of this competition, was like the end of one as well.

_{00: Prologue}After time passed, the other great families came to understand the House of Xuanyuan had the clandestine support of the imperial family behind them. Hence, from then on, the schools of swordsmanship had divided in to five main sects of Dongfang, Nangong, Ximen, Beitang, and Xuanyuan.

00: Prologue

_{In ancient times, in the divine land of Shenzhou, there were constant wars and conflict between all the warring lords vying for power, while the common folk lived on the edge of destitution.}But it should also be known that Canglong Que was quite a clever man himself. Thus, this seizing of power was not done outrightly as he had no intention of offending ones who helped him found this new nation, let alone ruthlessly eliminating then, by utilising cruel and vicious methods to slaughter them.

In ancient times, in the divine land of Shenzhou, there were constant wars and conflict between all the warring lords vying for power, while the common folk lived on the edge of destitution.

_{This counsel consisted of his former great heroes, amongst whom were four great heroes that accomplished the most outstanding achievements during the war.}In ancient times, in the divine land of Shenzhou, there were constant wars and conflict between all the warring lords vying for power, while the common folk lived on the edge of destitution.

This counsel consisted of his former great heroes, amongst whom were four great heroes that accomplished the most outstanding achievements during the war.

This "Sword that Rules the World" competition had certain rules as follows: each location were allowed to send skilled swordsmen to participate in the competition held in Shengyang, and whoever wins the highest award there not only attained world wide fame, but they were also gifted gold and silver along with more opportunities to rise in the ranks.

_{Which was the reason that even in ancient times saying such as, red fans are gifted to beauties, treasured swords are gifted to heroes, had existed.}This counsel consisted of his former great heroes, amongst whom were four great heroes that accomplished the most outstanding achievements during the war.

Which was the reason that even in ancient times saying such as, red fans are gifted to beauties, treasured swords are gifted to heroes, had existed.

_{Hence, his next move was accepting Imperial Advisors to give him counsel.}
During his fight against the world, Canglong Que had enlisted talented individuals into his service, honourable men—humble men, but once those reigns of power were firmly in his hands, his move to eradicate any dissidents was swift. High-ranking generals were stripped of their military power and ministers were stripped of their authority. The influence these powers held were shattered one after the other until what remained was fragments.

Hence, his next move was accepting Imperial Advisors to give him counsel.

_{This test of swordsmanship, was a way for wars in an era of peace. The stage of these acts of swordsmanship was another battlefield.}In every section of the county, swordsmen could be found in the land, but the most skilled of the lot were still in hands of the four major houses. Though, during the times of conflicts, there was another new noble house that emerged. A family surnamed, Xuanyuan, who resided in the capital city, and who were also distant relatives of Canglong Que.

This test of swordsmanship, was a way for wars in an era of peace. The stage of these acts of swordsmanship was another battlefield.

_{The end of this competition, was like the end of one as well.}00: Prologue

The end of this competition, was like the end of one as well.

_{After time passed, the other great families came to understand the House of Xuanyuan had the clandestine support of the imperial family behind them. Hence, from then on, the schools of swordsmanship had divided in to five main sects of Dongfang, Nangong, Ximen, Beitang, and Xuanyuan.}
But it should also be known that Canglong Que was quite a clever man himself. Thus, this seizing of power was not done outrightly as he had no intention of offending ones who helped him found this new nation, let alone ruthlessly eliminating then, by utilising cruel and vicious methods to slaughter them.

After time passed, the other great families came to understand the House of Xuanyuan had the clandestine support of the imperial family behind them. Hence, from then on, the schools of swordsmanship had divided in to five main sects of Dongfang, Nangong, Ximen, Beitang, and Xuanyuan.

_{As the records say: When the birds are gone, the bow is hidden; when the hares are all caught, the hunting dogs get cooked. Once success is had, the ones who raised their swords retire after giving their service to enjoy their spoils; as such is the way of heaven, how things have always been.}However, in this world, there are rarely walls that no wind could penеtrate, and sometimes there are things that are able to quietly slip through. For instance, the taboo anecdotes kept hush-hush of the most beautiful men in the world...

As the records say: When the birds are gone, the bow is hidden; when the hares are all caught, the hunting dogs get cooked. Once success is had, the ones who raised their swords retire after giving their service to enjoy their spoils; as such is the way of heaven, how things have always been.

_{Also, in order to prevent these expert swordsmen from regarding the competition as a joke, the rules of the game had made it a point to stіpulate: during the course of the competition, each competitor is responsible for their own lives. Swords by their very nature are tools which show no mercy, and in a competition amongst experts, such a reality if all the more apparent.}Though, despite these men returning to care for their elders, there were still many rare, capable and incredibly talented martial artists under their command. And if this men had nothing to do with their cultivated abilities, it was sure to lead to them cooking up all sorts of trouble. So in an effort to keep these persons occupied, and make them fight amongst themselves to keep one another in check which will reduce their threat to the imperial authority. So the next step Canglong Que had implemented was to promote a competition amongst the nobles known as: The Sword that Moves World.

Also, in order to prevent these expert swordsmen from regarding the competition as a joke, the rules of the game had made it a point to stіpulate: during the course of the competition, each competitor is responsible for their own lives. Swords by their very nature are tools which show no mercy, and in a competition amongst experts, such a reality if all the more apparent. One small act of carelessness would result in a fatal blow. Thus, it is advise that anyone participating in this competition must keep in mind that their lives will be hanging in the tіp of a sword.

_{This counsel consisted of his former great heroes, amongst whom were four great heroes that accomplished the most outstanding achievements during the war.}
Hence, his next move was accepting Imperial Advisors to give him counsel.

This counsel consisted of his former great heroes, amongst whom were four great heroes that accomplished the most outstanding achievements during the war.

_N/AThough, despite these men returning to care for their elders, there were still many rare, capable and incredibly talented martial artists under their command. And if this men had nothing to do with their cultivated abilities, it was sure to lead to them cooking up all sorts of trouble. So in an effort to keep these persons occupied, and make them fight amongst themselves to keep one another in check which will reduce their threat to the imperial authority. So the next step Canglong Que had implemented was to promote a competition amongst the nobles known as: The Sword that Moves World.

N/A

_{Countless weapons dis exist, but the one most favoured by the most nobles that encompassed the most noble qualities was the ever treasured sword.}The new world order was now established, and those four generals were all wise men, so they had obviously followed the flow of the current to opportunities laid before them by the one offering them this favour. All surrendered their military power and had once more returned to their lands and lives as citizens.

Countless weapons dis exist, but the one most favoured by the most nobles that encompassed the most noble qualities was the ever treasured sword.

_{However, in this world, there are rarely walls that no wind could penеtrate, and sometimes there are things that are able to quietly slip through. For instance, the taboo anecdotes kept hush-hush of the most beautiful men in the world...}However, in this world, there are rarely walls that no wind could penеtrate, and sometimes there are things that are able to quietly slip through. For instance, the taboo anecdotes kept hush-hush of the most beautiful men in the world...

However, in this world, there are rarely walls that no wind could penеtrate, and sometimes there are things that are able to quietly slip through. For instance, the taboo anecdotes kept hush-hush of the most beautiful men in the world...

_{00: Prologue}
This counsel consisted of his former great heroes, amongst whom were four great heroes that accomplished the most outstanding achievements during the war.

00: Prologue

_{After time passed, the other great families came to understand the House of Xuanyuan had the clandestine support of the imperial family behind them. Hence, from then on, the schools of swordsmanship had divided in to five main sects of Dongfang, Nangong, Ximen, Beitang, and Xuanyuan.}During his fight against the world, Canglong Que had enlisted talented individuals into his service, honourable men—humble men, but once those reigns of power were firmly in his hands, his move to eradicate any dissidents was swift. High-ranking generals were stripped of their military power and ministers were stripped of their authority. The influence these powers held were shattered one after the other until what remained was fragments.

_{Also, in order to prevent these expert swordsmen from regarding the competition as a joke, the rules of the game had made it a point to stіpulate: during the course of the competition, each competitor is responsible for their own lives. Swords by their very nature are tools which show no mercy, and in a competition amongst experts, such a reality if all the more apparent.}This "Sword that Rules the World" competition had certain rules as follows: each location were allowed to send skilled swordsmen to participate in the competition held in Shengyang, and whoever wins the highest award there not only attained world wide fame, but they were also gifted gold and silver along with more opportunities to rise in the ranks.

_{But, of course, in accordance with the premise of this banquet, Canglong Que did behead a disobedient eunuch that snubbed one of these chosen meritorious generals.}After some years of evolution, The Sword that Moves the World had gradually matured and gave birth to some additional unique systems. Each place had developed their own swordsmanship orgаnizations, and these groups also maintained communication with one another. They would even accept teachers and other positions from foreign regions into their own.

But, of course, in accordance with the premise of this banquet, Canglong Que did behead a disobedient eunuch that snubbed one of these chosen meritorious generals.

_{In ancient times, in the divine land of Shenzhou, there were constant wars and conflict between all the warring lords vying for power, while the common folk lived on the edge of destitution.}Countless weapons dis exist, but the one most favoured by the most nobles that encompassed the most noble qualities was the ever treasured sword.

In ancient times, in the divine land of Shenzhou, there were constant wars and conflict between all the warring lords vying for power, while the common folk lived on the edge of destitution.

_{After some years of evolution, The Sword that Moves the World had gradually matured and gave birth to some additional unique systems. Each place had developed their own swordsmanship orgаnizations, and these groups also maintained communication with one another. They would even accept teachers and other positions from foreign regions into their own.}
In accordance with their names—Dongfang(east), Nangong(south), Ximen(west), Beitang(north)—Canglong Que had granted them each a city in east, south, west and north; had gifted innumerable gold, jewels and other precious treasures; and had even thrown a banquet in their honour in celebration of their long, happy and easygoing life of retirement.

After some years of evolution, The Sword that Moves the World had gradually matured and gave birth to some additional unique systems. Each place had developed their own swordsmanship orgаnizations, and these groups also maintained communication with one another. They would even accept teachers and other positions from foreign regions into their own.

A new unwritten rule was also instilled in the competition of the Sword that Moves the World, only men were allowed to enter despite many women learning the art of the sword. They were forbidden from joining in these contests, and the reason behind this was unknown.

_{But it should also be known that Canglong Que was quite a clever man himself. Thus, this seizing of power was not done outrightly as he had no intention of offending ones who helped him found this new nation, let alone ruthlessly eliminating then, by utilising cruel and vicious methods to slaughter them.}
But, of course, in accordance with the premise of this banquet, Canglong Que did behead a disobedient eunuch that snubbed one of these chosen meritorious generals.

But it should also be known that Canglong Que was quite a clever man himself. Thus, this seizing of power was not done outrightly as he had no intention of offending ones who helped him found this new nation, let alone ruthlessly eliminating then, by utilising cruel and vicious methods to slaughter them.

_{Countless weapons dis exist, but the one most favoured by the most nobles that encompassed the most noble qualities was the ever treasured sword.}However, in this world, there are rarely walls that no wind could penеtrate, and sometimes there are things that are able to quietly slip through. For instance, the taboo anecdotes kept hush-hush of the most beautiful men in the world...

Countless weapons dis exist, but the one most favoured by the most nobles that encompassed the most noble qualities was the ever treasured sword.

Though, despite these men returning to care for their elders, there were still many rare, capable and incredibly talented martial artists under their command. And if this men had nothing to do with their cultivated abilities, it was sure to lead to them cooking up all sorts of trouble. So in an effort to keep these persons occupied, and make them fight amongst themselves to keep one another in check which will reduce their threat to the imperial authority. So the next step Canglong Que had implemented was to promote a competition amongst the nobles known as: The Sword that Moves World.

_{This lines dividing he paths of good and evil were not entirely ones of opposing forces, as a swordsman would regularly teeter between these sides of good and evil, thus, making where one stood much more difficult to distinguish.}Countless weapons dis exist, but the one most favoured by the most nobles that encompassed the most noble qualities was the ever treasured sword.

This lines dividing he paths of good and evil were not entirely ones of opposing forces, as a swordsman would regularly teeter between these sides of good and evil, thus, making where one stood much more difficult to distinguish.

_{After a century of turmoil, one feudal lord: Canglong Que, gradually grew his power. He used all his strength to build to build a strong nation: raising up an army, recruiting more followers which continued to expanded until the divine land of Shenzhou was again united and became known as "Shengyang".}Also, in order to prevent these expert swordsmen from regarding the competition as a joke, the rules of the game had made it a point to stіpulate: during the course of the competition, each competitor is responsible for their own lives. Swords by their very nature are tools which show no mercy, and in a competition amongst experts, such a reality if all the more apparent. One small act of carelessness would result in a fatal blow. Thus, it is advise that anyone participating in this competition must keep in mind that their lives will be hanging in the tіp of a sword.

After a century of turmoil, one feudal lord: Canglong Que, gradually grew his power. He used all his strength to build to build a strong nation: raising up an army, recruiting more followers which continued to expanded until the divine land of Shenzhou was again united and became known as "Shengyang".

In accordance with their names—Dongfang(east), Nangong(south), Ximen(west), Beitang(north)—Canglong Que had granted them each a city in east, south, west and north; had gifted innumerable gold, jewels and other precious treasures; and had even thrown a banquet in their honour in celebration of their long, happy and easygoing life of retirement.

_{In every section of the county, swordsmen could be found in the land, but the most skilled of the lot were still in hands of the four major houses. Though, during the times of conflicts, there was another new noble house that emerged. A family surnamed, Xuanyuan, who resided in the capital city, and who were also distant relatives of Canglong Que.}In accordance with their names—Dongfang(east), Nangong(south), Ximen(west), Beitang(north)—Canglong Que had granted them each a city in east, south, west and north; had gifted innumerable gold, jewels and other precious treasures; and had even thrown a banquet in their honour in celebration of their long, happy and easygoing life of retirement.

In every section of the county, swordsmen could be found in the land, but the most skilled of the lot were still in hands of the four major houses. Though, during the times of conflicts, there was another new noble house that emerged. A family surnamed, Xuanyuan, who resided in the capital city, and who were also distant relatives of Canglong Que.

_{Countless weapons dis exist, but the one most favoured by the most nobles that encompassed the most noble qualities was the ever treasured sword.}
The new world order was now established, and those four generals were all wise men, so they had obviously followed the flow of the current to opportunities laid before them by the one offering them this favour. All surrendered their military power and had once more returned to their lands and lives as citizens.

Countless weapons dis exist, but the one most favoured by the most nobles that encompassed the most noble qualities was the ever treasured sword.

_{Shenzhou is poetic name for China, btw.}Which was the reason that even in ancient times saying such as, red fans are gifted to beauties, treasured swords are gifted to heroes, had existed.

Shenzhou is poetic name for China, btw.

_{But, of course, in accordance with the premise of this banquet, Canglong Que did behead a disobedient eunuch that snubbed one of these chosen meritorious generals.}N/A

But, of course, in accordance with the premise of this banquet, Canglong Que did behead a disobedient eunuch that snubbed one of these chosen meritorious generals.

_{A new unwritten rule was also instilled in the competition of the Sword that Moves the World, only men were allowed to enter despite many women learning the art of the sword. They were forbidden from joining in these contests, and the reason behind this was unknown.}
Though, despite these men returning to care for their elders, there were still many rare, capable and incredibly talented martial artists under their command. And if this men had nothing to do with their cultivated abilities, it was sure to lead to them cooking up all sorts of trouble. So in an effort to keep these persons occupied, and make them fight amongst themselves to keep one another in check which will reduce their threat to the imperial authority. So the next step Canglong Que had implemented was to promote a competition amongst the nobles known as: The Sword that Moves World.

_N/AAfter some years of evolution, The Sword that Moves the World had gradually matured and gave birth to some additional unique systems. Each place had developed their own swordsmanship orgаnizations, and these groups also maintained communication with one another. They would even accept teachers and other positions from foreign regions into their own.

N/A

_{Which was the reason that even in ancient times saying such as, red fans are gifted to beauties, treasured swords are gifted to heroes, had existed.}But, of course, in accordance with the premise of this banquet, Canglong Que did behead a disobedient eunuch that snubbed one of these chosen meritorious generals.

Which was the reason that even in ancient times saying such as, red fans are gifted to beauties, treasured swords are gifted to heroes, had existed.

_{While the above represented those who followed the righteous path, for those who walked the path of evil, these levels were also assigned their own names: Sword Fiend, Sword Maniac, Sword Lunatic, Sword Heretic, Sword Demon.}
Countless weapons dis exist, but the one most favoured by the most nobles that encompassed the most noble qualities was the ever treasured sword.

While the above represented those who followed the righteous path, for those who walked the path of evil, these levels were also assigned their own names: Sword Fiend, Sword Maniac, Sword Lunatic, Sword Heretic, Sword Demon.

_{This "Sword that Rules the World" competition had certain rules as follows: each location were allowed to send skilled swordsmen to participate in the competition held in Shengyang, and whoever wins the highest award there not only attained world wide fame, but they were also gifted gold and silver along with more opportunities to rise in the ranks.}Though, despite these men returning to care for their elders, there were still many rare, capable and incredibly talented martial artists under their command. And if this men had nothing to do with their cultivated abilities, it was sure to lead to them cooking up all sorts of trouble. So in an effort to keep these persons occupied, and make them fight amongst themselves to keep one another in check which will reduce their threat to the imperial authority. So the next step Canglong Que had implemented was to promote a competition amongst the nobles known as: The Sword that Moves World.

_{While the above represented those who followed the righteous path, for those who walked the path of evil, these levels were also assigned their own names: Sword Fiend, Sword Maniac, Sword Lunatic, Sword Heretic, Sword Demon.}This counsel consisted of his former great heroes, amongst whom were four great heroes that accomplished the most outstanding achievements during the war.

_{This test of swordsmanship, was a way for wars in an era of peace. The stage of these acts of swordsmanship was another battlefield.}
This "Sword that Rules the World" competition had certain rules as follows: each location were allowed to send skilled swordsmen to participate in the competition held in Shengyang, and whoever wins the highest award there not only attained world wide fame, but they were also gifted gold and silver along with more opportunities to rise in the ranks.

This test of swordsmanship, was a way for wars in an era of peace. The stage of these acts of swordsmanship was another battlefield.

_{00: Prologue}This lines dividing he paths of good and evil were not entirely ones of opposing forces, as a swordsman would regularly teeter between these sides of good and evil, thus, making where one stood much more difficult to distinguish.

00: Prologue

_{According to the level of one's swordsmanship skills, the following levels were assigned from the lowest to the most high: Sword Apprentice, Sword Warrior, Sword Knight, Sword Saint, Sword God.}
Also, in order to prevent these expert swordsmen from regarding the competition as a joke, the rules of the game had made it a point to stіpulate: during the course of the competition, each competitor is responsible for their own lives. Swords by their very nature are tools which show no mercy, and in a competition amongst experts, such a reality if all the more apparent. One small act of carelessness would result in a fatal blow. Thus, it is advise that anyone participating in this competition must keep in mind that their lives will be hanging in the tіp of a sword.

According to the level of one's swordsmanship skills, the following levels were assigned from the lowest to the most high: Sword Apprentice, Sword Warrior, Sword Knight, Sword Saint, Sword God.

_{This counsel consisted of his former great heroes, amongst whom were four great heroes that accomplished the most outstanding achievements during the war.}The new world order was now established, and those four generals were all wise men, so they had obviously followed the flow of the current to opportunities laid before them by the one offering them this favour. All surrendered their military power and had once more returned to their lands and lives as citizens.

This counsel consisted of his former great heroes, amongst whom were four great heroes that accomplished the most outstanding achievements during the war.

_{But everyone knew this punishment of his was nothing but a warning meant for them to see.}Which was the reason that even in ancient times saying such as, red fans are gifted to beauties, treasured swords are gifted to heroes, had existed.

But everyone knew this punishment of his was nothing but a warning meant for them to see.

00: Prologue

_{The start of this competition, was like the beginning of a war.}But everyone knew this punishment of his was nothing but a warning meant for them to see.

The start of this competition, was like the beginning of a war.

_{Discarding the preference for sons over daughters in ancient times, there seemed to be some hidden secrets amongst this statute. Because even in historical records, it was had to find even a shred of evidence behind the reason for this rule.}
This test of swordsmanship, was a way for wars in an era of peace. The stage of these acts of swordsmanship was another battlefield.

Discarding the preference for sons over daughters in ancient times, there seemed to be some hidden secrets amongst this statute. Because even in historical records, it was had to find even a shred of evidence behind the reason for this rule.

_{But everyone knew this punishment of his was nothing but a warning meant for them to see.}But it should also be known that Canglong Que was quite a clever man himself. Thus, this seizing of power was not done outrightly as he had no intention of offending ones who helped him found this new nation, let alone ruthlessly eliminating then, by utilising cruel and vicious methods to slaughter them.

But everyone knew this punishment of his was nothing but a warning meant for them to see.

_{According to the level of one's swordsmanship skills, the following levels were assigned from the lowest to the most high: Sword Apprentice, Sword Warrior, Sword Knight, Sword Saint, Sword God.}However, in this world, there are rarely walls that no wind could penеtrate, and sometimes there are things that are able to quietly slip through. For instance, the taboo anecdotes kept hush-hush of the most beautiful men in the world...

According to the level of one's swordsmanship skills, the following levels were assigned from the lowest to the most high: Sword Apprentice, Sword Warrior, Sword Knight, Sword Saint, Sword God.

_{Shenzhou is poetic name for China, btw.}Though, despite these men returning to care for their elders, there were still many rare, capable and incredibly talented martial artists under their command. And if this men had nothing to do with their cultivated abilities, it was sure to lead to them cooking up all sorts of trouble. So in an effort to keep these persons occupied, and make them fight amongst themselves to keep one another in check which will reduce their threat to the imperial authority. So the next step Canglong Que had implemented was to promote a competition amongst the nobles known as: The Sword that Moves World.

Shenzhou is poetic name for China, btw.

_{As the records say: When the birds are gone, the bow is hidden; when the hares are all caught, the hunting dogs get cooked. Once success is had, the ones who raised their swords retire after giving their service to enjoy their spoils; as such is the way of heaven, how things have always been.}After some years of evolution, The Sword that Moves the World had gradually matured and gave birth to some additional unique systems. Each place had developed their own swordsmanship orgаnizations, and these groups also maintained communication with one another. They would even accept teachers and other positions from foreign regions into their own.

_N/A
After some years of evolution, The Sword that Moves the World had gradually matured and gave birth to some additional unique systems. Each place had developed their own swordsmanship orgаnizations, and these groups also maintained communication with one another. They would even accept teachers and other positions from foreign regions into their own.

N/A

_{This lines dividing he paths of good and evil were not entirely ones of opposing forces, as a swordsman would regularly teeter between these sides of good and evil, thus, making where one stood much more difficult to distinguish.}The new world order was now established, and those four generals were all wise men, so they had obviously followed the flow of the current to opportunities laid before them by the one offering them this favour. All surrendered their military power and had once more returned to their lands and lives as citizens.

_{In accordance with their names—Dongfang(east), Nangong(south), Ximen(west), Beitang(north)—Canglong Que had granted them each a city in east, south, west and north; had gifted innumerable gold, jewels and other precious treasures; and had even thrown a banquet in their honour in celebration of their long, happy and easygoing life of retirement.}
According to the level of one's swordsmanship skills, the following levels were assigned from the lowest to the most high: Sword Apprentice, Sword Warrior, Sword Knight, Sword Saint, Sword God.

_{Though, despite these men returning to care for their elders, there were still many rare, capable and incredibly talented martial artists under their command. And if this men had nothing to do with their cultivated abilities, it was sure to lead to them cooking up all sorts of trouble.}Also, in order to prevent these expert swordsmen from regarding the competition as a joke, the rules of the game had made it a point to stіpulate: during the course of the competition, each competitor is responsible for their own lives. Swords by their very nature are tools which show no mercy, and in a competition amongst experts, such a reality if all the more apparent. One small act of carelessness would result in a fatal blow. Thus, it is advise that anyone participating in this competition must keep in mind that their lives will be hanging in the tіp of a sword.

_{But everyone knew this punishment of his was nothing but a warning meant for them to see.}
While the above represented those who followed the righteous path, for those who walked the path of evil, these levels were also assigned their own names: Sword Fiend, Sword Maniac, Sword Lunatic, Sword Heretic, Sword Demon.

But everyone knew this punishment of his was nothing but a warning meant for them to see.

_{Countless weapons dis exist, but the one most favoured by the most nobles that encompassed the most noble qualities was the ever treasured sword.}Which was the reason that even in ancient times saying such as, red fans are gifted to beauties, treasured swords are gifted to heroes, had existed.

Countless weapons dis exist, but the one most favoured by the most nobles that encompassed the most noble qualities was the ever treasured sword.

_{While the above represented those who followed the righteous path, for those who walked the path of evil, these levels were also assigned their own names: Sword Fiend, Sword Maniac, Sword Lunatic, Sword Heretic, Sword Demon.}After some years of evolution, The Sword that Moves the World had gradually matured and gave birth to some additional unique systems. Each place had developed their own swordsmanship orgаnizations, and these groups also maintained communication with one another. They would even accept teachers and other positions from foreign regions into their own.

_{Shenzhou is poetic name for China, btw.}
In every section of the county, swordsmen could be found in the land, but the most skilled of the lot were still in hands of the four major houses. Though, during the times of conflicts, there was another new noble house that emerged. A family surnamed, Xuanyuan, who resided in the capital city, and who were also distant relatives of Canglong Que.

Shenzhou is poetic name for China, btw.

_{In ancient times, in the divine land of Shenzhou, there were constant wars and conflict between all the warring lords vying for power, while the common folk lived on the edge of destitution.}
After time passed, the other great families came to understand the House of Xuanyuan had the clandestine support of the imperial family behind them. Hence, from then on, the schools of swordsmanship had divided in to five main sects of Dongfang, Nangong, Ximen, Beitang, and Xuanyuan.

In ancient times, in the divine land of Shenzhou, there were constant wars and conflict between all the warring lords vying for power, while the common folk lived on the edge of destitution.

_{This counsel consisted of his former great heroes, amongst whom were four great heroes that accomplished the most outstanding achievements during the war.}This test of swordsmanship, was a way for wars in an era of peace. The stage of these acts of swordsmanship was another battlefield.

This counsel consisted of his former great heroes, amongst whom were four great heroes that accomplished the most outstanding achievements during the war.

_{Which was the reason that even in ancient times saying such as, red fans are gifted to beauties, treasured swords are gifted to heroes, had existed.}But it should also be known that Canglong Que was quite a clever man himself. Thus, this seizing of power was not done outrightly as he had no intention of offending ones who helped him found this new nation, let alone ruthlessly eliminating then, by utilising cruel and vicious methods to slaughter them.

Which was the reason that even in ancient times saying such as, red fans are gifted to beauties, treasured swords are gifted to heroes, had existed.

_{Which was the reason that even in ancient times saying such as, red fans are gifted to beauties, treasured swords are gifted to heroes, had existed.}
A new unwritten rule was also instilled in the competition of the Sword that Moves the World, only men were allowed to enter despite many women learning the art of the sword. They were forbidden from joining in these contests, and the reason behind this was unknown.

Which was the reason that even in ancient times saying such as, red fans are gifted to beauties, treasured swords are gifted to heroes, had existed.

_{As the records say: When the birds are gone, the bow is hidden; when the hares are all caught, the hunting dogs get cooked. Once success is had, the ones who raised their swords retire after giving their service to enjoy their spoils; as such is the way of heaven, how things have always been.}This lines dividing he paths of good and evil were not entirely ones of opposing forces, as a swordsman would regularly teeter between these sides of good and evil, thus, making where one stood much more difficult to distinguish.

_{Discarding the preference for sons over daughters in ancient times, there seemed to be some hidden secrets amongst this statute. Because even in historical records, it was had to find even a shred of evidence behind the reason for this rule.}While the above represented those who followed the righteous path, for those who walked the path of evil, these levels were also assigned their own names: Sword Fiend, Sword Maniac, Sword Lunatic, Sword Heretic, Sword Demon.

_{But, of course, in accordance with the premise of this banquet, Canglong Que did behead a disobedient eunuch that snubbed one of these chosen meritorious generals.}
Discarding the preference for sons over daughters in ancient times, there seemed to be some hidden secrets amongst this statute. Because even in historical records, it was had to find even a shred of evidence behind the reason for this rule.

But, of course, in accordance with the premise of this banquet, Canglong Que did behead a disobedient eunuch that snubbed one of these chosen meritorious generals.

_{This test of swordsmanship, was a way for wars in an era of peace. The stage of these acts of swordsmanship was another battlefield.}Hence, his next move was accepting Imperial Advisors to give him counsel.

This test of swordsmanship, was a way for wars in an era of peace. The stage of these acts of swordsmanship was another battlefield.

_{00: Prologue}But it should also be known that Canglong Que was quite a clever man himself. Thus, this seizing of power was not done outrightly as he had no intention of offending ones who helped him found this new nation, let alone ruthlessly eliminating then, by utilising cruel and vicious methods to slaughter them.

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_{This test of swordsmanship, was a way for wars in an era of peace. The stage of these acts of swordsmanship was another battlefield.}But it should also be known that Canglong Que was quite a clever man himself. Thus, this seizing of power was not done outrightly as he had no intention of offending ones who helped him found this new nation, let alone ruthlessly eliminating then, by utilising cruel and vicious methods to slaughter them.

This test of swordsmanship, was a way for wars in an era of peace. The stage of these acts of swordsmanship was another battlefield.

_{The new world order was now established, and those four generals were all wise men, so they had obviously followed the flow of the current to opportunities laid before them by the one offering them this favour. All surrendered their military power and had once more returned to their lands and lives as citizens.}
However, in this world, there are rarely walls that no wind could penеtrate, and sometimes there are things that are able to quietly slip through. For instance, the taboo anecdotes kept hush-hush of the most beautiful men in the world...

The new world order was now established, and those four generals were all wise men, so they had obviously followed the flow of the current to opportunities laid before them by the one offering them this favour. All surrendered their military power and had once more returned to their lands and lives as citizens.

_{But everyone knew this punishment of his was nothing but a warning meant for them to see.}This "Sword that Rules the World" competition had certain rules as follows: each location were allowed to send skilled swordsmen to participate in the competition held in Shengyang, and whoever wins the highest award there not only attained world wide fame, but they were also gifted gold and silver along with more opportunities to rise in the ranks.

But everyone knew this punishment of his was nothing but a warning meant for them to see.

_{After a century of turmoil, one feudal lord: Canglong Que, gradually grew his power. He used all his strength to build to build a strong nation: raising up an army, recruiting more followers which continued to expanded until the divine land of Shenzhou was again united and became known as "Shengyang".}During his fight against the world, Canglong Que had enlisted talented individuals into his service, honourable men—humble men, but once those reigns of power were firmly in his hands, his move to eradicate any dissidents was swift. High-ranking generals were stripped of their military power and ministers were stripped of their authority. The influence these powers held were shattered one after the other until what remained was fragments.

_N/AThe new world order was now established, and those four generals were all wise men, so they had obviously followed the flow of the current to opportunities laid before them by the one offering them this favour. All surrendered their military power and had once more returned to their lands and lives as citizens.

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Shenzhou is poetic name for China, btw.

This is Book 2 of the Taboo Legends series. Book 1: Brother-in-law

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