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A phenomenon appeared above the Jiangnan Sword Pavilion, the Seven Stars Aligned, faintly visible for a hundred days.
Throughout history, whenever a peerless treasure emerged, it would invariably be accompanied by extraordinary signs, attracting powerful cultivators to seize it and allowing divine weapons to choose their masters, preventing them from being buried in obscurity.
The spectacle above the Sword Pavilion was too dazzling; experts from all corners of the land simultaneously raised their heads to gaze at the source of the disturbance.
"It seems he has truly succeeded," an old man in a Peach Blossom Stream murmured as he looked up at the sky.
Behind the old man stood Dongfang Yuqing and Zhang Dao'an.
"Master, are you referring to the forging of the Divine Weapon from the Ten Famous Swords?" Dongfang Yuqing asked.
The old man nodded. "When the Sword Pavilion was first established, it relied on a Giant Quake Sword. Throughout generations, Sword Masters took pride in seeking out famous swords, which only enhanced the reputation of the Sword Pavilion. By my generation, we have collected seven famous swords, each with its own sword bearer. Your father is the ninth son of the family, born of the same mother as the eighth. Decades ago, they were excluded from inheriting the legacy of the Seven Swords. The two brothers were driven to the wilderness; the eighth brother was killed by several siblings in a struggle for the position of Sword Sect Master. Your father found the Crimson Sky Sword and mastered its essence, honing our ancestral sword techniques to perfection and slaying several of your uncles. I intended to kill him then, but with him being the last remaining member of Sword Pavilion, I let it go. In my anger, I retreated here. We have gathered eight swords but are still missing Dragon Abyss and Frostbite. Now that we have these two swords along with Seven Star Sword, if each famous sword could nurture a sword bearer, it would not be difficult for Sword Pavilion to dominate the Daoist Sect. However, your father does not trust anyone; hence he chose to merge ten swords to forge a Divine Weapon."
"With such a commotion surrounding the Divine Weapon, other Supremes must have noticed as well. Can he protect it?" Dongfang Yuqing asked.
The old man sighed. "That is precisely what I worry about. The Divine Weapon may lead to the destruction of Sword Pavilion; your father cannot withstand the tides of fate. The odds are grim."
Hearing this from the old man, Dongfang Yuqing's expression remained unchanged for a moment before he said, "He caused my mother's death; he should have gone down to accompany her long ago."
The old man shook his head and sighed. "After all, he is your father."
"What does it matter if I want to save him? Can I really reverse the situation with Five Elements Sword Technique?" Dongfang Yuqing replied.
The old man said, "In my secluded Peach Blossom Stream lies an Earth Cold Spring that contains the earth spirit energy from Spirit Mist Mountain. With your talent and cultivation level, you could break into Dao Fruit Realm within three days. At that time, you would be able to unleash the full power of Five Elements Sword Technique. Bring your junior brother along as well."
Zhang Dao'an knelt down and said, "Thank you, Sword Elder, for your kindness towards me. This great favor will never be forgotten!"
At this moment, in the picturesque area of Jiang Nanshan, Wu and Rou'er were playfully teasing each other. Rou'er looked up at the enormous black clouds above and said, "Brother Five, the Divine Weapon of Sword Pavilion is about to be forged. Sect Master Uncle wants to take the Emei disciples to another place to avoid the world."
Wudao replied, "The Grand Elder has already passed away. Emei is stubborn in its beliefs; do you still want to follow Miao Shengnan?"
Rou'er responded, "After all, she is the Emei Sect Leader. I grew up in Emei, and I cannot forget that bond. Right now, Emei is retreating from the world. If I leave, other disciples will also want to depart, and then Emei will fall apart."
After thinking for a moment, Wu said, "Alright then, as long as you stay safe. Once I find a way to save Haozi's life and avenge my master and Huzi, I'll come looking for you."
Rou'er nodded in agreement, and Wu chuckled as he pulled her into his embrace.
Two days later, chaos erupted in Jiangnan City. Daoist Sect members were everywhere, and many ordinary citizens hurriedly left the city. The military did not impose strict control over this large-scale activity by the Daoist Sect; they merely evacuated the crowds, seemingly tacitly allowing the Daoist Sect's actions.
Moreover, with all major sects of the Daoist Sect gathering together, even if the military wanted to intervene, they were powerless.
Whether it was during the Kunlun expedition or various Exotic Treasures emerging, there had never been a time when so many people from the Daoist Sect appeared as there were now.
The emergence of a Divine Weapon could often sway a dynasty and instill fear. A Divine Weapon forged from ten Ancient Legendary Swords would undoubtedly surpass all previous Divine Weapons and exceed the Eight Sacred Artifacts of the Daoist Sect. Being chosen as its master meant becoming a future ruler; even if one was not chosen, witnessing such a prosperous era in the Daoist Sect was still worthwhile.
After Yunxi and I arrived in Jiangnan, we headed straight for Listening Rain Tower. When the innkeeper saw us, he was immediately taken aback, likely recognizing me from when I had killed Cao Shaogong of Sword Pavilion last time.
"Is it really you two?" The innkeeper exclaimed in shock and quickly smiled apologetically.
I said, "If Listening Rain Tower isn't run by Sword Pavilion, I advise you not to secretly inform anyone from Sword Pavilion. Unless Dongfang Jiu comes personally, anyone else would be dead."
The innkeeper replied, "Young hero is overthinking it. With someone like you visiting my Listening Rain Tower, of course we will treat you well. I will arrange Room No. 1 for you both right away; I only hope you can enjoy a quiet and comfortable environment without being disturbed."
"Then I will trouble the innkeeper," I said.
After entering Room One with Yunxi, we rested for a moment. In the evening, we strolled through Jiangnan City, which is famous for its wine street, filled with vendors selling alcohol. Yunxi and I shared a couple of drinks, and later, by the riverside in the wine street, we joined others in releasing lanterns onto the water.
It is said that these lanterns serve as a means of communication between the people of the Yang Realm and those of the Underworld. They carry one's longing within, and although we knew this was merely a superstition, both Yunxi and I released our lanterns. Sometimes, it’s not such a bad thing to be a little muddled about worldly matters.
I gazed at the nebulae in the sky; the Seven Stars Aligned appeared increasingly clear. "It seems that the greatest Divine Weapon will soon emerge," I remarked.
Yunxi asked, "Are you going to compete for the Divine Weapon too?"
I replied, "I may not seek it for myself, but the Divine Weapon cannot fall into the hands of those with ill intentions; otherwise, chaos will ensue and the people will suffer."
Yunxi chuckled softly. "You still have such noble ideals? I remember you used to kill without blinking an eye."
I responded, "Yes, even now I can kill without hesitation. There are too many wicked people in this world who deserve to be eliminated. I used to resent fate's unfairness, but after attempting to comprehend the Dao, I've let go of many things. Public sentiment often harbors malice while promoting great good—such is The Nature of Humanity. Both 'Human Nature Is Essentially Good' and 'Human Nature Is Essentially Evil' exist in reality; however, goodness outweighs evil. Just like tonight when we released lanterns—who doesn't have a pure land in their heart?"
Yunxi said, "But your injuries are not suitable for using Dao Qi anymore. If you encounter the Sect Leader or Supreme beings, you must prioritize your own safety, alright?"
I nodded and held Yunxi tightly against the Cold Wind.
That night, Yunxi and I shared a pillow as I listened to her even breathing. My heart felt calm.
As children of Daoism, most are lonely; how fortunate it is to have a relationship worth cherishing.
Yet, if my Injury of the Dao were to claim my life, what would happen to Yunxi left alone in this world?
I often fantasized about my own death. I thought that if I knew I was about to die, it would surely be a painful experience. However, when the moment actually came, I was surprised at how calm I felt.
When I woke up the second time, I vaguely sensed someone pacing outside the door. It seemed like they were a bit anxious. Yunxi had a habit of sleeping lightly; she could only fall asleep to the sound of waterfalls. During this time, she had been sleeping soundly beside me, and I didn't want to wake her. So, I tiptoed out of bed and opened the door, only to find the innkeeper of Listening Rain Tower standing there.
"Inkeeper, is there something going on so early?" I asked.
The innkeeper replied, "Sir, you may not be aware, but we received a notice just at dawn. The Sea Viewing Pavilion's Lou Shaoyu has reserved our Room One. You've heard of Lou Shaoyu, right?"
"Yes, I heard someone mention him while dining at Listening Rain Tower a few days ago. He's quite impressive. Please, go on," I said.
The innkeeper grimaced and said, "Well, Room One already has a distinguished guest checked in. We could offer another private room, but the visitor insists on staying in Room One. We're not exactly a five-star hotel here; it's just the atmosphere of a Daoist Sect. I even booked a much better hotel for Lou Shaoyu—absolutely luxurious—but he got angry. If I say anything more, I might as well close the shop."
I replied, "People from the Daoist Sect tend to desire what they cannot have to showcase their uniqueness. Next time you encounter such a situation, just raise the price. If ten thousand isn't enough, then ask for a hundred million. The Daoist Sect doesn't have fixed pricing; you've stirred up their competitive spirit. Your Listening Rain Tower is quite unique and located in the wine alley; it will surely grow and thrive in doing business with the Daoist Sect. Surely you have some backing?"
The innkeeper said, "This business starts at a low price; there's no backing behind it. I used to send gifts to Sword Pavilion, but they looked down on them. Later, I tried to get close to a local gang but feared being cheated. Sir, what should we do?"
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