Chapter 308 - 283: The Sharpness of the Divine Soul?

Chapter 308: Chapter 283: The Sharpness of the Divine Soul?

Xu Changqing was unhurried, using only a single Flying Sword to rampage and contend with the four Cyan Wolf Puppets.

As the sword light flickered, the four Cyan Wolf Puppets, each with power comparable to the Early Stage of Foundation Establishment, were surprisingly unable to overcome him even with the combined force of the Array of the Four Symbols.

Chu Mu didn’t stop. He leaped up, not controlling a Flying Sword like Xu Changqing, but wielding a Long Saber like a worldly martial artist, bringing it down in a ferocious slash!

From his earlier probing, he could roughly judge the strength of Xu Changqing’s Divine Soul Sword. It was likely at the Peak of Perfection, the same level as his own Sword Technique before its recent breakthrough.

It should be one realm lower than his Divine Soul Saber.

However, Xu Changqing possessed a complete and exceptionally refined method of wielding it.

In contrast, Chu Mu’s application was simple and crude.

Under the Spiritual Radiance Blessing, although he couldn’t perceive the specific methods Xu Changqing used for his Divine Soul Sharpness, he could still sense a few minor techniques—and he could also... attempt to use them.

A very ordinary-looking slash descended. Xu Changqing casually flicked out a beam of sword light to block the attack, but when the saber and sword met with a CLANG of metal, Xu Changqing’s perpetually indifferent expression underwent a rare change.

"Sword Intent!"

He cried out in alarm, his expression turning completely and utterly grave.

"Sword Intent?"

Hearing this term and seeing the astonishment in Xu Changqing’s eyes, Chu Mu withdrew his saber and retreated. At the same time, the four Cyan Wolf Puppets that had been flanking him also stopped their assault.

"Fellow Daoist, how about we make a trade?"

Chu Mu spoke slowly.

Xu Changqing was still astounded. He asked directly, "Fellow Daoist, the trade you speak of... does it concern that... Sword Intent from just now?"

"Correct."

Chu Mu nodded.

A life-and-death battle with Xu Changqing held no meaning.

Possessing the Divine Soul Saber, he naturally understood that if he pushed Xu Changqing into a corner, forcing him to fight for his life, it would undoubtedly result in mutual destruction.

Besides, this man’s identity was that of a Longevity True Inheritor.

The master of a True Disciple was bound to be in the Golden Core Realm, or perhaps even a legendary Nascent Soul.

As for the authenticity of his identity as a True Inheritor...

One could fake an identity, but that trace of sharpness could not be faked!

It was that very sharpness that had allowed him, a mere Loose Cultivator at the time, to obtain the inheritance of an Ancient Sect within that Secret Realm.

’If he could obtain an inheritance from an Ancient Sect, it was only natural for him to become a True Inheritor in the Longevity Sect.’

Killing him would be far more complicated than killing someone like Zhao Hong.

There was no need to undertake such a thankless task.

Xu Changqing seemed to have calmed down, speaking in a methodical tone. "Fellow Daoist, you have comprehended Sword Intent and entered the Sword Dao, yet you have no real understanding of it and don’t know how to apply it. Is that why you wish to make this trade with me?"

Chu Mu didn’t deny it and nodded.

He had already revealed his capabilities. As long as Xu Changqing wasn’t a fool, he would know that it was impossible for him to defeat Chu Mu.

"Fellow Daoist, your talent is truly enviable!"

Xu Changqing’s expression was complex, his previous indifference swept away and replaced with a sense of camaraderie. "Your Artifact Refining Skill is at the level of an Artifact Refining Master, you practice both Dharma and Body Cultivation, you’ve even comprehended Sword Intent and entered the Sword Dao... And I hear you’ve also dabbled in the Alchemy Skill..."

"With such talent, if you were to join my Sect, the position of True Inheritor would be yours for the taking."

After a moment of heartfelt admiration, as if realizing that Chu Mu was unlikely to join the Longevity Sect, Xu Changqing added:

"The methods I cultivate are secret teachings of my Sect and cannot be traded with you, Fellow Daoist."

"However, I can compile some of my cultivation experience and knowledge on the system of intents for your reference. What do you think, Fellow Daoist?"

"Acceptable."

Chu Mu nodded.

Xu Changqing brushed his sleeve, and a Jade Scroll shot out.

"Observing your cultivation of the Sword Dao, it seems you have already surpassed me. As an exchange, you need only record your insights and experiences regarding the Sword Dao for me in return."

Chu Mu caught the Jade Scroll. Acting with considerable ease, he took out another Jade Scroll. His Divine Sense entered it, and under the Spiritual Radiance Blessing, he recorded his comprehension of Sword Technique within.

A moment later, the Jade Scroll shot forth.

The two looked at each other and both broke into a smile.

"The gates of my Sect will always be open to you, Fellow Daoist."

"If you change your mind in the future, you can contact me directly. I will personally provide a recommendation for you!"

As his voice fell, a Sound Transmission Order also flew over.

Chu Mu caught it. Just as he was about to say something, he saw a flash of sword light. Xu Changqing had already departed via Sword Control, leaving only a fleeting glimpse of his back.

Chu Mu’s gaze was deep as he glanced down at the Sound Transmission Order in his hand.

The Token was simple and ancient, engraved with two words: Myriad Miles.

It was an exceedingly rare Sound Transmission Order, capable of transmitting sound over ten thousand li. The Spiritual Materials used to create it were as high as Tier Three!

There was nothing else on the Token besides a single transmission Seal, clearly left by Xu Changqing.

Chu Mu chuckled softly. He flipped his hand, and the Sound Transmission Order vanished. With a wave of his sleeve, the four Cyan Wolf Puppets disappeared into his Storage Ring.

He leaped into the air and soared away, moving like a fish in water. Soon, he vanished into the sea of magma and fire...

...