Maximum Comprehension: Taking Care of Swords In A Sword Pavilion

Chapter 2171: 927. Exchange Life for Sword
 

The three elders of the Mingtang Sword Sect were trembling all over, slowly turning their heads.

Just a moment ago, they thought they were going to die on the spot.

The feeling of the sword light piercing through their bodies from behind was a clear indication that the other party’s killing intent had already infiltrated their flesh.

In such a situation, killing them would really be just a matter of convenience.

Luckily, they had exerted all their strength to contain their power and had not broken through the mountain gate of All-Encompassing Sword Sect; otherwise, they would already be dead.

“Since it’s Sect Master Han Muye who has summoned us, we will then visit the Sword Nurturing Hut.”

“Fellow Daoist has impressive sword techniques. With your cultivation level and sword techniques, you certainly wouldn’t covet the inheritance of our Mingtang Sword Sect. It is our short-sightedness.”

He Zhengyang and He Jiyang looked at each other and spoke with a smile.

The tension at the mountain gate dissipated into nothingness.

Following Su Juesheng, the three Sword Dao experts climbed the mountain together to meet Han Muye.

Not until the figures of the four disappeared beyond the mountain gate did the various strong onlookers around them finally breathe a sigh of relief.

Some marveled, some were surprised.

And there were those whose eyes were filled with fright and relief.

“Has the All-Encompassing Sword Sect really become so powerful?”

“That’s Su Juesheng,” they said.

“Really curious, to what extent is Sect Master Han Muye’s cultivation that he could actually subdue Su Juesheng.”

Outside the mountain gate, there was an uproar.

Those from the outer sect naturally had various emotions; as for those peak masters and elders of the All-Encompassing Sword Sect, some flashed a look of regret, others wore expressions of relief.

There were also some young disciples who were excited at this moment.

Their own sect turned out to be so strong!

…

Sword Nurturing Hut.

Outside the continuous thatched hut, Han Muye was sitting cross-legged on a green stone.

On the stone platform in front of him, He Jiyang and the others, led by Su Juesheng, came forward.

“Mingtang Sword Sect’s He Jiyang, He Mingyang, and He Zhengyang, pay our respects to Sect Master Han Muye,” they said.

At this moment, the three no longer had their previous arrogance, their expressions were respectful.

The strong in the world are respected for their power, and though Han Muye hadn’t made a move, his ability to make a powerful figure like Su Juesheng bow down made him worthy of respect.

They didn’t dare to show disrespect.

“How about the Sword Dao of your inheritance, would you care to demonstrate it for me to see?” Han Muye asked, causing a change in the expressions of the three.

“Buzz—”

The sword in Su Juesheng’s hand was already resonating with a hum.

Sword light dazzled, turning into a chill.

He Jiyang and the others had no choice but to draw their swords.

Without drawing their swords, the resonant cold sword light could make their bodies freeze solid.

“Clang—”

“Clang—”

“Clang—”

Sword lights collided and intertwined, causing the Origin of heaven and earth to churn outside the Sword Nurturing Hut on the stone platform.

Han Muye’s eyes radiated spiritual light, taking in everything before him.

Every move of the sword techniques flowed in his mind.

Half an hour later, he raised his hand and waved it.

A sword light fell and scattered the combatants.

“I have understood your Mingtang Sword Sect’s Sword Dao, and it truly shares a lineage with Wanhua Sword Sect’s inheritance. However, much of the Sword Dao inheritance has been lost, and the Sword Principle is incomplete.”

“I’ll compile for you a projection of the lost Sword Principle of your Sword Dao inheritance, take it back with you,” Han Muye said, and with a casual gesture.

“Boom—”

Countless sword lights on the stone platform burst forth, turning into a sky full of stars.

Whether it was Su Juesheng or He Jiyang and the others, all were knocked back by the sword light, falling thousands of meters away.

Sword light shimmered around the outlines of the four men, making it difficult to discern the directions for a time.

Only after the sword light had dissipated did they look around in a daze.

He Jiyang and the others exchanged glances, a look of relief flashing in their eyes.

Han Muye’s Sword Dao and cultivation level had far surpassed their imaginations.

If they had really attempted to break through the mountain gate of the All-Encompassing Sword Sect today, they would truly have been doomed.

They gave a slight bow to Su Juesheng beside them and prepared to descend the mountain first.

In the forbidden area of the All-Encompassing Sword Sect, it was never safe.

Who could guarantee that Han Muye and Su Juesheng wouldn’t want their lives?

After taking a few steps, the leading He Jiyang suddenly halted.

“Just now, was that the Jade Tree Sky Flower Sword Technique?”

He Zhengyang, standing beside him, trembled all over and murmured, “That was clearly the Flying Flower Sword Technique…”

“I remember that sword technique was lost.”

The three of them stopped in their tracks, shivering.

The dazzling and mesmerizing sword light that Han Muye had just scattered seemed to be etched into their minds, impossible to forget.

Moreover, the sword technique became increasingly clear.

Is this what Han Muye meant by bringing back the principles of the sword?

Not far away, Su Juesheng stood still, his three-foot-long sword moving gently in his hand.

“If you don’t comprehend these principles of the sword now, you will regret it for the rest of your lives,” he said.

His words sent shivers down the spines of the three from the Mingtang Sword Sect, who quickly focused their minds and quietly comprehended the profound sword light in their thoughts.

So this was what Han Muye meant by bringing back the principles of the sword!

If they forgot this sword technique today, indeed, they would regret it for a lifetime!

…

A day later, a long howl came from All-Encompassing Peak.

“Mingtang Sword Sect’s He Jiyang thanks Sect Master Han Muye for the gift of the sword technique; our sect will surely make a heavy repayment—”

Three sword lights, with dazzling Flowing Light, flew away from All-Encompassing Peak.

This scene once again caused countless people to look up.

What benefit, exactly, had these three elders of the Mingtang Sword Sect obtained on All-Encompassing Peak to display such public favor to the All-Encompassing Sword Sect?

Was the All-Encompassing Sword Sect truly strong, or did they use some other means?

Numerous people were curious, while many more were reflective.

Three days later, another Dao Artifact level three-foot-long sword was sold.

And the bidder was taken to All-Encompassing Peak.

For he had offered a price that outsiders could not match.

“Madman.”

“A Dao Breaking Realm expert actually wants to exchange himself for swords; if not a madman, then what?”

“This Yu Changyue is really foolish, to obtain a fine sword yet not having the life to wield it, what use is there?”

Outside the sect gates, sword experts shook their heads.

When the price of the sword named Yang Jue was raised to two thousand Pantheon stones, Dao Breaking Realm expert Yu Changyue bid, offering his service to the All-Encompassing Sword Sect for a hundred years in exchange for the sword, along with its legacy.

It is known that the All-Encompassing Sword Sect is to participate in the battle for heaven in three years, so serving the sect now would surely mean going to war.

Can a Dao Breaking Realm expert who has entered the battle for heaven hope to return alive?

If you can’t return alive, what’s the use of exchanging for the sword?

Outside the Sword Nurturing Hut, Han Muye stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze falling on the burly man with a sword in front of him.

“Yu Changyue.”

Hearing Han Muye’s words, the burly man bowed deeply, saying loudly, “Yu Changyue pays respects to Sect Master Han.”

“Yu is willing to serve the sect master, as long as he can exchange for the Yang Jue Sword and its accompanying legacy.”

After speaking, he raised his head to look at Han Muye.

Those beside Du Chen also turned their gaze towards Han Muye.

Whether this trade could be made remained uncertain.

Exchanging a Dao Artifact for a master.

“This sword was the personal sword of Sanjue Sword Sect elder Yu Taisheng from two thousand years ago.”

“So, you are a descendant of Yu Taisheng?”

There was a flicker of sharpness in Han Muye’s eyes as he spoke indifferently.

Memory within the Yang Jue Sword revealed that the white-haired old man resembled the burly man before him somewhat.

The family descendant of the Yang Jue Sword’s former owner?

No wonder!

Du Chen and the others exchanged glances.

This Yu Changyue probably desired not only the Yang Jue Sword but more so its legacy.

If for the sake of the legacy and the ancestral sword he was willing to exchange his freedom, it could be considered a reason.

“Correct, Yu Taisheng is indeed my ancestor.”

“When ancestor Taisheng fell, our family’s heritage suffered a great loss. If Sect Master Han agrees to pass the legacy to the Yu Family, ten Dao Realm members of my family will be as at the disposal of Sect Master Han.”