After traveling through the book, I conquered the male protagonist Long Aotian!

Gu Qingze stood there, a look of confusion on his face.

He wanted to comfort Senior Brother Lu, but he felt that Senior Brother Lu didn't seem to need his comfort.

While Gu Qingze was struggling, Lu Xingchen slightly turned sideways, stretched out his hand and patted Gu Qingze on the shoulder: "Junior Brother Gu, let's go."

He looked extremely normal, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a faint but warm smile, "We just competed once, it must not be very satisfying, let's go back and compete a few more rounds."

Gu Qingze quietly raised his eyes and glanced at him, only to see that Lu Xingchen looked calm, as if what had just happened had not left any ripples in his heart.

So, Gu Qingze nodded gently, knowing in his heart that Senior Brother Lu didn't want to mention this matter anymore. In that case, there was no need for him to say anything more.

After this, it was just Senior Brother Lu and Senior Brother Helan’s individual affairs.

It’s just a few more rounds...Gu Qingze subconsciously touched the scabbard at his waist and breathed a sigh of relief.

He secretly made up his mind that he must seize the opportunity this time, learn from Senior Brother Lu, and try not to be defeated in thirteen moves like before.

At least... hold on a little longer.

So with such a firm determination, Gu Qingze competed with Lu Xingchen for many rounds, with sword shadows flashing and light overflowing.

He did not stop until Gu Qingze was somewhat exhausted. At this moment, his face was slightly red, his forehead was covered with fine beads of sweat, and his breathing was a little rapid.

"Junior Brother Gu, although I don't understand the Heavenly Ice Sword Technique that you practice, I still understand other aspects."

Lu Xingchen frowned slightly and looked at Gu Qingze intently, "I can feel that you were not decisive enough when you attacked, and you were holding back."

After saying that, he patted Gu Qingze's shoulder again, and when he looked at him, his expression was a little complicated.

"The way a swordsman attacks and other aspects of his movements can also reflect his personality to a certain extent. Junior brother, you are...too indecisive. It seems that you are always worrying about something or considering something in your mind."

"Senior Brother Lu...I..." Gu Qingze subconsciously wanted to refute, but when the words came to his lips, he didn't know how to say it.

So he opened his mouth slightly, and finally closed his lips.

Senior Brother Lu was right. He lacked the decisiveness that a sword cultivator should have. He himself was aware of this, but he had not been able to think of a solution.

"Junior Brother Gu, actually... sometimes, you don't need to think so much, it will be very tiring."

When Lu Xingchen said this, although he was talking to Gu Qingze, it seemed not to be the case. It was as if he was talking to another person through Gu Qingze.

The voice was soft and low, and seemed to carry a magical power that made people fall into deep thought involuntarily.

"Then senior brother, can you tell me what to do?" Gu Qingze raised his eyes slightly, his bright eyes full of seriousness.

Lu Xingchen hesitated for a moment, then slowly said, "I am not your teacher, nor can I represent you. I can only give you some advice. You don't need to obey me completely."

Gu Qingze nodded vigorously: "Yes, I know."

After hearing his assurance, Lu Xingchen continued, "There is a very simple way, which is to identify a standard, and then use this standard to judge right and wrong. What does not meet this standard is wrong, and what meets this standard is right. This way you won't be entangled."

Gu Qingze was still a little worried: "But... wouldn't that be too absolute?"

"There is no absolute right or wrong in the world, and the principles you believe in are only relative." Lu Xingchen's voice was calm and steady, like a peaceful lake. "Moreover, the so-called right and wrong are nothing more than opinions from different standpoints."

"I know this is too absolute, but this is the simplest way. As long as you do this, you will never be entangled again."

There seemed to be more complicated emotions in Lu Xingchen's eyes, as if he had thought of something.

"Brother Lu, is this what you do? For example, once you have determined a standard, use it to judge everything."

Gu Qingze asked cautiously. He didn't have any other thoughts, he was just simply curious.

Lu Xingchen nodded without hesitation: "Of course."

He does have a set of standards and acts according to them, but the standards he sets are very low, and as long as they are not violated, he will be tolerant.

Gu Qingze nodded: "Thank you, Senior Brother Lu. I really learned a lot."

Lu Xingchen patted his shoulder and said, "You're welcome. It's my honor to help you, Junior Brother."

"However, if you want to find your own set of standards, you must continue to experience and gain insights, only then can you find what is truly suitable for you."

After Lu Xingchen finished speaking, he said no more, but just looked quietly at the sunset in the distance.

As the sun sets, the sunset glow in the sky is like a colorful painting, which is beautiful beyond words.

It was already late, and the warm afterglow sprinkled on the earth, covering everything with a golden coat.

At this moment....what would that stinky fox be busy with? Lu Xingchen suddenly felt a sense of loss.

He found that whenever he stopped and let his mind clear, he would think of the stinky fox.

I can't help but think about him, even when I was disappointed in him before, I can't help but think about him.

So he has been practicing non-stop for so many years, not only because he likes practicing and the moment of progress, but also because his mind is full at that time and he can't help but think of him.

Maybe he was a masochist, being treated like that by that stinky fox. Even though he didn't know the truth at that time, he couldn't help but think of him.

Lu Xingchen suddenly said, "Junior Brother Gu, people always say that bystanders see things more clearly. There are some things I don't understand, and I hope Junior Brother Gu can help me answer them."

Gu Qingze was slightly stunned when he heard this, then he raised the corners of his mouth and smiled: "Okay."

"Hmm." Lu Xingchen considered his words for a moment. "Junior Brother Gu, what do you think about if a person often thinks of another person? For example... even if it is an unrelated matter, he can't help but think of him."

Gu Qingze did not answer immediately, but thought about it seriously:

"If this happens, it means you either like him/her very much, or you hate him/her very much, or...something about him/her is worthy of your attention, or there are other more special circumstances."

Gu Qingze's voice was clear and pleasant, like a clear spring flowing in the mountains.

"But..." Gu Qingze looked at Lu Xingchen, "No matter what the situation is, love or hate, if you think of him often, it at least means that you care about him. For someone you don't care about, you can't think of him often."

"You care a lot..." Lu Xingchen smiled thoughtfully, with a hint of melancholy and a hint of barely perceptible joy. "I think I understand. Thank you for your answer, Junior Brother Gu."

Gu Qingze smiled and said, "As long as I can help you, Senior Brother."