Chapter 23: Sword Technique

The translucent blue notification pierced through Xiang Yu's consciousness, pulling him from the depths of slumber.

[Calculating Settlement]

His eyes snapped open, immediately scanning his surroundings as awareness returned. The familiar walls of his humble room greeted him, prompting a soft sigh of relief. He ran his fingers through his disheveled hair, the remnants of his dreams still clinging to the edges of his mind. For the first time since arriving in this cultivation world, his sleep had been haunted by vivid recollections of his battles—not quite nightmares, but unsettling nonetheless.

He steadied his breathing, pushing away the lingering images of blood and steel. These memories only reinforced his determination. Someday, he would possess enough strength to stand on his own, to face dangers without relying on his junior sister's intervention. The path would be long, but with his system's assistance, not impossible.