But how is it possible? Didn't a natural sword born in chaos also have sword rules? Otherwise, what would make the sword special if it didn't contain sword rules? Would it even be considered a sword?
The First Sword's eyes, deep like the abyss, shimmered with an ancient light. For the first time, he showed a hint of admiration.
"Sharp."
He paused for a moment, then continued, his tone carrying the weight of an unfathomable truth.
"I was not born with the sword rule. I was born as the first manifestation of the sword itself. At that time, there were no rules—no concepts, no techniques, no limits."
His fingers tightened on his sword. The implications of those words sent ripples through his mind.
"The sword rule… came later?" he murmured.
The First Sword nodded.
"Sword rules are a limitation imposed upon something that was once limitless. They refine, define, and constrain the path of the sword.
Before he could think anything more, the first sword stopped voice rang again.
