Chapter 223 - 165: Copy

Chapter 223: Chapter 165: Copy

After passing through a series of closed-off roads, the carriage stopped behind the Divine Sword Sect’s residence.

A side door was open here, with rows of carriages parked nearby.

The Scholar Swordsmen alighted from their carriages here and entered through the side door.

Lu Changfeng and Xu Fan also got out here.

Just as they got out, an acquaintance called out to Lu Changfeng.

"Elder Lu!"

Lu Changfeng looked up and, after a moment of thought, recognized the person.

It was a True Disciple of the Broken Moon Sect, a disciple of the former Sect Leader, Luo Tianhao.

Unfortunately, the former Broken Moon Sect had already been destroyed in the wars of Daliang.

"You are... what was your name again?" Lu Changfeng genuinely couldn’t recall the young man’s name; he only remembered that he was one of the most talented disciples under Luo Tianhao.

"Elder Lu, I am Duan Yanyu!"

Duan Yanyu approached and bowed respectfully to Lu Changfeng. In his heart, he still treated Lu Changfeng as his elder.

Lu Changfeng nodded slightly and opened Duan Yanyu’s interface.

Name: Duan Yanyu

Root Bone: Middle A Class

Talent: High-Grade Talent [Sword Heart]

’This guy has a High-Grade Sword Dao Talent,’ Lu Changfeng thought. ’No wonder he was invited to the Scholar Sword Discussion.’

’His cultivation must have also broken through to the Bone Refining Realm, likely at the Copper or Jade Bone level.’

"The Broken Moon Sect has been destroyed. There’s no need to call me Elder," Lu Changfeng said.

Duan Yanyu cupped his hands. "You will forever be Elder Lu in our hearts."

Lu Changfeng then asked about Duan Yanyu’s recent situation.

After Luo Tianhao died in battle and the Broken Moon Sect was destroyed, disciples like Duan Yanyu scattered and went their separate ways.

At the time, Duan Yanyu had just entered the Bone Refining Realm and needed to quietly stabilize his realm, so he went into seclusion alone in Cyan Mountain Prefecture.

After hearing that Sword City had been established, he rushed over and has now opened a Swordsmanship Martial Arts Hall there.

What he taught was, naturally, the version of the [Broken Moon Sword Manual] that Lu Changfeng had once adapted.

"Sigh... now that the Sect is no more, even though the [Broken Moon Sword Manual] is precious, there’s no need to keep it a closely guarded secret."

"Of course, I only teach it to disciples with outstanding character and talent. You can rest assured, Elder Lu."

Fearing Lu Changfeng’s displeasure, Duan Yanyu quickly added.

Lu Changfeng nodded slightly. "Don’t be nervous. You did the right thing."

Receiving Lu Changfeng’s approval, Duan Yanyu finally let out a sigh of relief.

"We should head in," Xu Fan reminded from the side.

Lu Changfeng nodded.

The few of them stepped through the gate. Duan Yanyu naturally fell in beside Lu Changfeng, and the three entered together.

They stepped through the gate.

The first thing that met their eyes was a pond.

The water in the pond rippled, and fish swam back and forth.

Beside the pond was a huge pavilion, and below it was a spacious martial arts arena.

"Please, the three of you, follow me." A Divine Sword Sect disciple guided the trio toward the pavilion.

Many people were already seated in the pavilion.

Lu Changfeng used his interface to inspect them one by one. They were basically all Sword Dao masters who possessed Middle-Grade or High-Grade Sword Dao Talent.

Besides swordsmen from Sects, there were also those from Martial Arts Halls, as well as famous unaffiliated swordsmen from the Martial Arts Realm.

In the center of the pavilion, a young man who looked to be around thirty was exchanging pleasantries with the guests.

This person was, of course, the current Sect Master of the Divine Sword Sect, Jiang Changge!

At this moment, Lu Changfeng’s group of three was led inside.

The gazes of Jiang Changge and all the swordsmen in the pavilion fell upon Lu Changfeng.

Lu Changfeng was a frequent figure in the newspapers and was also the first of the Nine Heroes to announce he was joining the Saint Demon Sect.

At this point, basically everyone recognized Lu Changfeng.

Given the current situation in Jiangnan Prefecture, no one said that Lu Changfeng had made the wrong decision by joining the Saint Demon Sect anymore.

Lu Changfeng, however, appeared perfectly composed.

Dressed in a moon-colored robe, he was the center of attention, his bearing commanding.

Suddenly, Lu Changfeng strode forward, walking straight up to Jiang Changge.

"Jiang Changge, the prodigy of the Divine Sword Sect! I’ve long heard of your reputation!"

As their hands clasped, a flash of inspiration struck Lu Changfeng’s mind!

’Supreme Sword Dao!’

’Copy successful!’

"Hehe, Lu Changfeng, one of the Nine Heroes. Everyone knows him, so I won’t bother with an introduction."

Jiang Changge acted very approachably, gesturing for Lu Changfeng to take a seat.

"This is the former Sect Master of the Moon Concealing Sect, Xu Fan. His Sword Dao Cultivation is extraordinary."

Jiang Changge introduced Xu Fan. 𝖿𝖗ⅇℴ𝑚

For both Lu Changfeng and Xu Fan, Jiang Changge avoided mentioning their affiliation with the Saint Demon Sect.

The Divine Sword Sect was once a sworn enemy of the Saint Demon Sect, so as Sect Leader, Jiang Changge naturally tried to downplay the Saint Demon Sect’s existence.

Lu Changfeng and Xu Fan weren’t tactless either; they played along and took their seats.

Jiang Changge began to introduce Duan Yanyu.

Lu Changfeng also took the opportunity to inspect the Supreme Talent, [Supreme Sword Dao].

[Supreme Sword Dao]: A Supreme Talent. Supreme and unparalleled, nothing surpasses it. This is the Sword Dao that stands at the pinnacle.

By observing others’ swordsmanship in combat, one can absorb Swordsmanship Value to enhance the power of the Supreme Sword Dao.

[Supreme Sword Dao (Level 1, Swordsmanship Value 5/100)]: Initial sword strike power increased by 10x. Can be upgraded.

’Holy crap, a direct 10x increase to sword strike power.’

’This is different from the all-around attribute boosts of a Demon Fiend Bloodline. This tenfold increase is applied entirely to the power of the sword strike, filling Jiang Changge’s every slash with terrifying strength.’

’And that’s on top of the boost from Jiang Changge’s own Martial Arts True Intent.’

’No wonder Jiang Changge can unleash such terrifying Sword Energy at the Primordial Spirit Body Realm.’

’Moreover, this Supreme Sword Dao can be upgraded by observing others’ battles and absorbing Swordsmanship Value.’

’It increases power tenfold at just Level 1. Wouldn’t Level 2 be even more absurd?’

’In that case, Jiang Changge’s purpose for holding this Sword Discussion Conference is crystal clear.’

’Even if there are other factors involved, the main reason is still to improve his [Supreme Sword Dao].’

’By watching the sparring matches between the Scholar Swordsmen at the Sword Discussion Conference, he can absorb Swordsmanship Value and level up his Supreme Sword Dao!’

Lu Changfeng had copied Jiang Changge’s current talent.

It had taken Jiang Changge this long just to raise his Swordsmanship Value to 5 points. The difficulty of raising it must be immense.

’I wonder how much Swordsmanship Value this Sword Discussion Conference will raise for Jiang Changge and me?’

Lu Changfeng looked at his own interface. He now possessed four Supreme Talents!!

Name: Lu Changfeng

Root Bone: Hero (88%)

Talent (Supreme Only): Supreme Talent [Longevity Sword Dao (Lifespan +15 years, Combat Power +2.5%)], [Annihilation Saber Domain (Annihilation Value 267/∞)], [Demon God Body (Level 1)], [Supreme Sword Dao (Level 1) (5/100 Swordsmanship Value)]

Bloodline Talent:

[Ancient Chongming Bird 5% (Activation Boost 300%)]

[Ancient Candle Dragon 10% (Activation Boost 800%)]

[Ancient Snow Python 3% (Activation Boost 200%)]

[Ancient Ba Snake 10% (Activation Boost 400%)]

[Ancient Floral Fiend 2% (Activation Boost 170%)]

[Ancient Purple Lotus Demon 10% (Activation Boost 700%)]

Realm: Bone Refining Realm Silver Bone Peak

Tendon Transformation Skill: [Fengtian Bone Refining Heart Method].

Tendon Transformation Martial Arts: [Fengtian Bone Refining Heart Method] Perfection, [Hundred-Change Star Monarch] Perfection, [Flying Swan Stepping on Snow] Perfection

Martial Arts Insights: Death Sword Intent (Advanced Sword Intent, First Stage: Visualization Death Shadow, Max Burst Power 500%), Fengtian Saber Intent (Advanced, Second Stage: Visualization Heaven-Slaying Blade, Max Burst Power 800%)

Copy Interval: Forty-nine days

Lu Changfeng closed the interface.

He compared the pros and cons of [Annihilation Saber Domain] and [Supreme Sword Dao].

’These two Supreme Talents represent the Sword Dao Law and the Saber Dao Law, respectively.’

’[Annihilation Saber Domain]’s advantage is that it accumulates Annihilation Value over time; you just need to strengthen your physical body to handle it.’

’[Supreme Sword Dao]’s advantage is that its attack boost has no physical requirement, as it enhances the Sword Energy after it’s been unleashed. Plus, if the opportunity arises, its power can be rapidly increased by continuously observing swordsmen spar.’

’They each have their own strengths and weaknesses. It’s impossible to say which is better.’