Chapter 212: Discovering a Damaged Immortal Tool

Jiang Chen's attention was instantaneously riveted to the Purple Heaven Immortal Martial Sword.

The sword's handle and guard presented a dark purple tint, while the blade was pristine white, lucid and transparent, casting a subtle lavender radiance.

As delicate as a cicada's wing, the edge of the sword bore countless miniscule cracks, nearly indistinguishable to the naked eye.

An extraordinarily potent aura gradually radiated from the sword, seeming to weave strands of sword Qi in the air around it.

"A sword for the Transcendence realm!"

"Such a splendid artifact has undoubtedly earned the title of an Immortal Tool."

"Nonetheless, this Transcendence realm immortal sword must have suffered damage in some conflict, as it can only muster less than thirty percent of its initial power."

Viewing through Jiang Chen's eyes, Nangong Wan swiftly discerned the true nature of the Purple Heaven Immortal Martial Sword.

"I see, a damaged immortal tool."

Jiang Chen subtly nodded, a flicker of elation passing through his eyes.

He was desperately in need of a fitting weapon. His Peerless Heaven Piercing Sword, a top-grade sword for the Inquiring Journey realm, had outgrown its usefulness to him.

Despite its impaired state, the Purple Heaven Immortal Martial Sword remained an instrument of the Transcendence realm, greatly outmatching any weapon for the Dao Palace realm.

Given his current condition, as soon as his cultivation base advanced, he could command the Purple Heaven Immortal Martial Sword at any instant!

"Holy Son, you've joined us?"

Mo Yu turned his gaze towards Jiang Chen, his eyes expressing apprehension, "This conflict will engage the Dao Palace realm. You should remain here for your own protection."

"I appreciate your consideration, Senior Mo Yu."

Jiang Chen expressed a small smile, "However, with my present capabilities, there's little need for excessive concern."

"Your present capabilities?"

Mo Yu displayed astonishment upon hearing Jiang Chen's declaration, "Has your battle strength seen another surge?"

"To tell you the truth, the two Void Tribulation realm seniors have provisionally bestowed me with some power."

Jiang Chen disclosed a faint grin as he quietly released the aura of the peak of the Dao Comprehension realm.

"This is... a force nearing the Dao Palace realm!"

Mo Yu accepted Jiang Chen's statement as the truth. As he perceived the aura emanating from Jiang Chen, his expression quickly transformed into one of joy.

Armed with such power, Jiang Chen could at least secure his own safety, even if he couldn't offer much help in a conflict at the Dao Palace realm.

Should they face foes at the Dao Palace realm, Mo Yu could now fight to his full potential with a more serene mind.

"That's right."

"Elder, the impending clash will surely attract formidable adversaries at the Dao Palace realm, and they won't be mere ordinary Dao Palace realm practitioners!"

Jiang Chen affirmed, his countenance serious. He respectfully declared, "Unless unexpected circumstances arise, even with the Purple Heaven Immortal Martial Sword, this fight will be extremely arduous. I trust the elder is making the necessary preparations."

"I comprehend!"

Mo Yu nodded, expressing full faith in Jiang Chen's words.

"Understood!"

"In the forthcoming skirmish, I may be able to elevate my battle strength to the Dao Palace realm! When the moment arrives, I could be proficient enough to lend the elder a hand!"

"Hence, elder, please refrain from recklessly endangering yourself at the start. While safeguarding the welfare of the Holy Land, we should stall if possible!"

Jiang Chen once again performed a respectful bow, a slow, confident smile gracing his lips.

What was ever-present in a war? Corpses!!

And the magnitude of this confrontation would unquestionably surpass the previous two demonic beast tides.

Even if Jiang Chen's cultivation base couldn't ascend, he could rely solely on cultivation methods to elevate his combat power to the Dao Palace realm.

After all, with Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning by his side, he was far from short on Dao Palace realm cultivation methods!

"Amplify combat power to the Dao Palace realm!?"

Mo Yu regarded Jiang Chen, his heart roiling with waves of astonishment, which rapidly transformed into a visage of unchecked exhilaration.

"That's correct, it's highly probable!"

Jiang Chen's countenance displayed a measure of unwavering belief.

"Jiang Chen, I trust you!"

Mo Yu nodded, affirming solemnly, "Once the battle commences, I'll adapt as required!"

"Excellent!"

"Then I shall take my leave!"

Jiang Chen offered a grin, then departed from the Holy Land Grand Hall.

Having resolved to utilize the spoils of one battle to fortify himself for the next, naturally, he wouldn't sequester himself in the secret room of the Holy Land Grand Hall, but would instead personally partake in the grand conflict!

...

Simultaneously, at the Verdant Leaf Giant Peak, an exceptionally massive peak situated near the Bottomless Abyss, it dwarfed the Starry Abyss Heavenly Peak, which stood merely half its height.

At this juncture, a profoundly terrifying aura was emanating from atop the Verdant Leaf Giant Peak.

Dong Yuanzheng and his retinue from the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace had already made their presence known.

Abruptly, streams of luminous trails soared from the distance, numbering eight in total.

Four radiant streaks descended upon the Verdant Leaf Giant Peak, materializing into Ji Mingxiu, Yao Zong, and two others.

Following this, another four luminous streaks darted in from a separate direction, transmuting into Xu Xinlan and three other Dao Palace realm powerhouses from the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple.

Ji Mingxiu and Xu Xinlan exchanged glances, their faces impassive as they averted their eyes.

During their journey to the Verdant Leaf Giant Peak, they had already engaged in covert discussions!

Ji Mingxiu divulged Jiang Chen's suppositions and some supporting evidence, inducing an absolute shock in Xu Xinlan and the others.

However, they retained some skepticism, even casting aspersions on the credibility of the Purple Heaven Holy Land.

After all, something like the 'Nether Qi Extraction Secrets' had never come to light before.

Furthermore, the notion that the Purple Heaven Holy Land actually possessed a method to exploit demonic beasts corrupted by the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi!

This too seemed incredibly dubious.

Nevertheless, Ji Mingxiu's objective had been achieved. His aim was merely to keep Xu Xinlan on high alert, ensuring she wouldn't be easily duped.

"Ji Mingxiu, Xu Xinlan, and all you fellow daoists!"

"After so many years, you all truly maintain your timeless grace!"

Dong Yuanzheng, hands folded behind his back, bore an expression brimming with smiles as he regarded Ji Mingxiu, Xu Xinlan, and the other six individuals.

"Let's forego unnecessary formalities."

Xu Xinlan retorted devoid of any emotional inflection, then turned her gaze towards Ji Mingxiu. "Let's proceed directly to the matter at hand."

"Here is the full transcript of the Nether Qi Extraction Secrets."

Ji Mingxiu affirmed, extracting two jade slips. "It also encompasses perfect-level cultivation insights within. Where are the items you've brought for the trade?"

"Rest assured, we haven't overlooked them."

"Here lie the demonic beasts we from the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple defeated in the last two demonic beast tides, along with the spiritual plants agreed upon for the exchange."

With an expression as placid as before, Xu Xinlan gestured with her hand. Tens of thousands of storage artifacts materialized, accumulating directly on the ground into a miniature mound.

The capacity of individual storage artifacts was constrained.

Artifacts like Jiang Chen's Heavenly Demon Hidden Heart Ring were likely non-existent on the Immortal Martial Continent.

Hence, to accommodate those demonic beasts that could amass into a mountain range, a substantial number of storage artifacts had to be utilized.

"These are ours."

Dong Yuanzheng also brought forth tens of thousands of storage artifacts, positioning them before Ji Mingxiu.

In reality, he was quite reluctant to conduct this exchange.

The Nether Qi Extraction Secrets, the leader of the Nether Demon Clan, Long Tianlu, already possessed them.

But if they refrained from trading, their Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace would seem overtly suspicious.

To ensure the smooth execution of the subsequent plan, Dong Yuanzheng had to first win over Ji Mingxiu's trust.

Thus, Dong Yuanzheng had no alternative but to present the demonic beast carcasses and spiritual plants.

However, the prospect of eliminating Ji Mingxiu and the others later, and the likelihood that the spiritual plants he'd brought could return to his control, offered Dong Yuanzheng some solace.

"Elder Yao, you all inspect these."

Ji Mingxiu gestured to Yao Zong and the rest. The latter trio promptly stepped forward to verify the items.

In no time, the three of them nodded in unison. The items brought by Xu Xinlan and Dong Yuanzheng were all as promised, conforming to the agreed conditions.

"Very well."

Ji Mingxiu unveiled a satisfied smile, tossing the jade slips in his possession to Dong Yuanzheng and Xu Xinlan. "This Nether Qi Extraction Secrets now belongs to you."

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