On the Tianqian Continent, cultivators reign supreme. Talent, spirit stones, and connections are all essential. What? You say you have none of those? Then what the hell are you cultivating for?
Xie Yun: Hold on a second. I may have nothing, but I can burn my lifespan.
That year, the human race gained a Sword Immortal who slew demons and monsters every day, so righteous it was almost wicked.
Demons and monsters: Don't you think the Qinglan Sword Immortal has been getting more and more brutal lately?
Xie Yun: Insolent demons! Turn yourselves into my lifespan, every last one of you! Heh heh heh.