As time went by, Cheng Hao heard more and more rumors, but he still did not easily waver in his trust in Qin Mu. Although he had some doubts in his heart, he believed in his own eyes and Qin Mu's teachings and care for him these days. In order to eliminate the distracting thoughts in his mind, Cheng Hao decided to focus on his practice and temporarily ignore the rumors that disturbed his mind.

Qin Mu saw Cheng Hao's inner turmoil. Although he did not say it explicitly, he knew that he and Cheng Hao had stayed in this town for too long. The crises and undercurrents hidden in the world of martial arts were constant. Their whereabouts had long been exposed. Staying here would undoubtedly bring more trouble. So Qin Mu decided to take Cheng Hao away from this noisy town and go to the mountains for a more difficult training.

Early in the morning of that day, just as the sky was getting light, Qin Mu woke up Cheng Hao. He simply packed up his belongings and said to Cheng Hao, "It's time to leave. We are going to a place that is more suitable for cultivation. The environment in the mountains can help you sharpen your mind and improve your strength."

Although Cheng Hao had some doubts in his heart, he never opposed Qin Mu's decision. He packed his luggage and followed Qin Mu out of the town, heading towards the endless mountains in the distance.

The two walked along the way, gradually moving away from the densely populated areas and entering the desolate mountains. The mountain road was rugged and uneven, with towering ancient trees. The dense shadows of the trees hid their figures in the dense jungle. Qin Mu led the way in front, with steady steps, as if he was very familiar with this mountain range. Cheng Hao followed closely behind, his eyes solemn, he vaguely felt that this experience might be an important challenge in his life.

The deeper you go into the mountains, the worse the environment becomes. The mountain wind is fierce and biting. The terrain here is complex and rocky, as if the natural forces between heaven and earth are gathered here, full of unknown dangers. Occasionally, you can see traces of some wild animals, and the roars of animals in the distance echo in the valley, as if declaring that this place belongs to them.

Qin Mu suddenly stopped, turned to look at Cheng Hao, and said in a deep voice: "From here on, we will enter the real training stage. The environment in the mountains is complex and changeable. It is not only a natural training ground, but also a dangerous trial site. Here, you will not only face the challenges of nature, but also the struggle and tempering of your heart."

Cheng Hao nodded, his eyes flashing with determination. He understood what Qin Mu meant. The path of cultivation is not only about improving skills, but also about training the mind. In this mountainous area, he will face loneliness, danger, and even the test of life and death, but he is not afraid at all, but full of fighting spirit.

The two continued to walk until the sun gradually rose higher and the fog in the mountains gradually dissipated. They came to a hidden valley with a clear stream flowing slowly. It was surrounded by tall mountains and was almost isolated from the outside world. The air here was particularly fresh and the surrounding scenery seemed particularly peaceful, as if it was a paradise isolated from the world.

"Let's start from here." Qin Mu stopped and looked around, obviously very satisfied with the environment here.

Cheng Hao also looked around carefully and nodded silently. He felt that the spiritual energy of heaven and earth here was particularly rich, and it was an excellent place for cultivation. So, without saying much, he began to look for a suitable place to camp nearby.

Qin Mu watched Cheng Hao's actions, with a hint of relief in his eyes. He walked aside silently, casually broke off a branch, and flicked it with his spiritual power. The branch instantly broke into several pieces, which were neatly piled together to form a small pile of firewood. He lit the firewood, and a wisp of green smoke rose. Then he took out some dry food and a water bag from his bag, and motioned Cheng Hao to sit down.

After the two of them had a simple lunch, Qin Mu looked up at the mountain in the distance and said calmly, "From today on, you will practice alone. I will patrol nearby to ensure your safety, but you must face all challenges on your own."

Cheng Hao was not surprised. He had expected Qin Mu to let him practice independently. This was the best way to hone his mind. He nodded firmly and agreed to Qin Mu's arrangement.

In the next few days, Cheng Hao began his solitary practice. In the morning, he would get up early and run along the path in the valley to exercise his physical fitness. Then, he would practice swordsmanship repeatedly in the open space by the stream, studying every move and form taught by Qin Mu. In the afternoon, he would wander around the mountains, looking for a suitable place to meditate and sit in meditation to improve his internal strength.

However, life in the mountains is not always so peaceful. One morning, Cheng Hao had just finished his morning exercise when he heard a series of low roars of beasts in the distance. He was immediately alert and approached quietly in the direction of the sound. When he reached the edge of a dense forest, he suddenly saw a huge beast slowly walking out of the forest and approaching him.

It was a ferocious mountain wolf, huge in size, with gray-black fur that shone coldly in the sun. Its eyes were full of ferocity and murderous intent, and it obviously regarded Cheng Hao as its prey. Cheng Hao clenched the sword in his hand and went forward without hesitation. He knew that this was an opportunity for actual combat and he must not retreat.

The mountain wolf growled and suddenly pounced on Cheng Hao, its sharp claws bringing a fierce gust of wind. Cheng Hao dodged to the side and thrust out his long sword, the tip of the sword pointing directly at the mountain wolf's throat. The mountain wolf reacted quickly, dodged the fatal blow, and then turned around to attack again.

Cheng Hao and the mountain wolf had a fierce fight in the dense forest. The sword light and the wolf shadow intertwined, and the sharp claws and the hard sword blade kept colliding, making waves of metal clanging sounds. Cheng Hao gradually got into the rhythm of the battle, his swordsmanship became more and more agile, and his heart became calmer.

When the wolf pounced for the third time, Cheng Hao seized a flaw in it and swung his sword. The sword shone like a rainbow and pierced the wolf's heart. The wolf let out a shrill howl and then fell to the ground with a bang, staining the ground red with blood.

Cheng Hao stood there, his breath was a little short, and he still held the sword tightly in his hand. He looked at the mountain wolf lying on the ground, and a complex emotion rose in his heart. Although this battle was short, it was a great test for him. He knew that similar challenges would continue to appear in this valley, and he had to stay vigilant at all times to survive these crises.

As time went by, Cheng Hao's practice in the mountains gradually got on track. His swordsmanship became more and more sophisticated, and his internal strength continued to accumulate. Daily meditation and sitting made his mind more stable, and he gradually learned how to stay calm and focused in extreme environments.

Qin Mu did not interfere with Cheng Hao's practice, but occasionally gave him some advice when he encountered bottlenecks. This way of letting Cheng Hao face challenges alone accelerated his growth. Cheng Hao also gradually understood that practice is not only about improving strength, but also about tempering and transcending the heart.

Once, when Cheng Hao was meditating in the mountains, he suddenly felt a strong breath approaching. He opened his eyes and found a huge black bear slowly approaching, with wild threats in its eyes. Cheng Hao knew that he could not fight the black bear head-on, but he had no intention of retreating. He quickly adjusted his breathing, circulated his internal strength, and moved his body like lightning to avoid the black bear's attack. Then he took advantage of the terrain and kept shuttling through the dense forest, looking for opportunities to counterattack.

After a fierce fight, Cheng Hao finally found the weakness of the black bear, and with a swing of his sword, he accurately stabbed its neck. The black bear let out a dull roar, and its huge body fell to the ground with a bang, and the dust flew. Cheng Hao panted, and a sense of accomplishment surged in his heart that he had never experienced before. He understood that he had become more and more powerful in this valley, but he also realized that in addition to strength, the real challenge was how to maintain inner peace and wisdom.

Qin Mu stood quietly in the distance, watching the whole process of Cheng Hao fighting the black bear, with a trace of relief in his eyes. He knew that Cheng Hao had gradually adapted to the environment here, and had honed his true swordsmanship in loneliness and danger. The road ahead is still long, but Cheng Hao's potential has been fully revealed.

In this valley, Cheng Hao spent countless days and nights, his strength was constantly improving, and his mind became more determined. Every battle, every practice, brought him one step closer to his goal. He knew that hatred was still burning in his heart, but he was no longer impatient for success, but learned to accumulate step by step in the experience and wait for the best opportunity.

The mountain breeze blew, bringing a cool breath. Cheng Hao stood on the top of the mountain, overlooking the entire valley, his heart filled with endless fighting spirit. He understood that this experience in the mountains was just an episode in his practice, and there would be more challenges waiting for him in the future.

Qin Mu stood beside him, his eyes as deep as the distant mountains. He knew that Cheng Hao had completed the transformation in this period of training, and next, they would face a more complicated world and more dangerous enemies. And Cheng Hao also found his own sword path in this mountain and was ready to face a bigger storm.

Three years passed in a flash. Cheng Hao spent countless days and nights in this valley. His figure never stopped, and his sword never slowed down. Now he is no longer the young boy who just started out, but a swordsman who has truly entered the ranks of the strong in the world. His eyes no longer have the confusion and immaturity of the past, but are replaced by the calmness and determination after experiencing countless life and death trials.

Over the past three years, Cheng Hao, under the guidance of Qin Mu, has gone through countless life-and-death tests. He has fought against the strong wind on the top of the snowy mountain, and fought against wild beasts on the edge of the abyss. Every battle and every dangerous situation is a test of his state of mind and swordsmanship.

His swordsmanship has gradually become smoother and more natural from being sharp and swift at the beginning. Every sword strike has the power of thunder and contains infinite changes. Qin Mu knows that a true master is not only able to master the way of killing, but also able to remain calm and composed in complex situations. Therefore, he never blindly pursued Cheng Hao's swordsmanship improvement, but let him understand the true meaning of swordsmanship through hard training.

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