Chapter 198: Shocking the Four Sides, Sword Skill Improvement Plan

Chapter 198: Shaking All Directions, Sword Art Improvement Plan

The evil Jiao was beheaded, blood splattered across the sky, and its massive, severed torso fell from the sky, causing the entire Demon Suppression City to fall silent.

Countless defending soldiers stared blankly at this scene.

They only felt that the Xuan-ink colored figure high in the sky was like a god, slaying the Transformation Stage Demon King, whom they believed to be unbeatable, on the spot.

Who was that divine being?

Looking at his face, he was only in his twenties, yet he already possessed a cultivation above the Late Stage Golden Core. The sword he wielded was by no means a Mortal Weapon, and his purple-green Wind and Thunder Wings radiated magnificent Divine Might. There was no need to guess; this was definitely not a Prodigy that could be cultivated in the mortal world.

“Could it be the legendary Sword Sect Saint?”

A soldier speculated.

The most famous Sword Cultivator among the younger generation was the Saint of the Sword Sect, one of the Ten Great Immortal Sects. This person was also a Sword Cultivator, so the first person they thought of was the Saint.

“No, the Saint had already reached Peak Golden Core cultivation a long time ago. I heard he is currently in seclusion, attempting to Breakthrough to the Nascent Soul Stage. How could he appear in our mortal world?”

Someone shook his head, dispelling this false speculation.

The others fell into contemplation. Besides the Saint, who else possessed such ability?

Until… someone mentioned another person.

“Don’t tell me you’ve forgotten, among the most famous Prodigies in the current Cultivation World, there’s another who fits the description. His Sword Dao talent is no less than the Saint’s, his cultivation is still in the Golden Core Stage, and he enjoys descending the mountain to slay demons and monsters.”

As these pointed pieces of information were spoken, the soldiers of Demon Suppression City immediately thought of one person—

The new Saint of Tianxuan Holy Land, Jiang Li.

“He is Invincible Jiang?!”

As soon as this speculation emerged, the entire place erupted in an uproar.

That’s right.

Besides the Heavenly Mystery Holy Son, which other peerless Prodigy would be willing to venture into the mortal world?

The Heavenly Mystery Holy Son only entered the Golden Core Stage a little over a year ago, forming the world’s first Golden Core. Although it was astonishing to hear that he had now advanced to the Late Stage Golden Core, it was not impossible.

Realizing this,

Everyone couldn’t help but gasp.

For the Heavenly Mystery Holy Son, with his Late Stage Golden Core cultivation, to defeat a Transformation Stage Demon King—what an incredible feat! Once this news spread, it would surely shake the entire Cultivation World. Even the Daoist and the Saint couldn’t compare to him.

The strongest Golden Core… this thought emerged in their minds.

Previously, Jiang Li had only formed a Golden Core of the highest quality. In terms of strength, he couldn’t be compared to the long-renowned Daoist or Saint. In the Cultivation World, the Daoist was recognized as the number one Golden Core. But now… that title should change hands.

Jiang Li, who could slay a Transformation Stage Demon King, was the undisputed number one Golden Core, without any argument.

For a time,

The entire Demon Suppression City was immersed in shock… Meanwhile,

On Jiang Li’s side, looking at the beheaded Old Jiao Demon, he also sighed with emotion: Unbeknownst to him, he could now slay a Transformation Stage Demon King, officially stepping into the high-end combat power tier of the Cultivation World.

Even in Tianxuan Holy Land, his current strength would allow him to serve as a Heaven Sword Peak Lord.

Of course,

In Jiang Li’s view, this was not necessarily a good thing.

People fear fame like pigs fear getting fat. The leap in strength meant that his opponents would transition from the younger generation to the older generation. Especially once the news of him defeating a Transformation Stage Demon King spread, he would completely become a thorn in the side of the Ten Demonic Sects and the Demon Clan Royal Court. The scale of actions targeting him would escalate by several levels.

Under normal circumstances, even if the Ten Demonic Sects wanted to deal with a Daoist, sending one or two Soul Transformation Cultivators would be the limit.

But if it were him, the number of Soul Transformation Cultivators dispatched would at least double, and it wouldn’t be surprising if Void Refining Stage Grand Cultivators were sent to ambush him.

At this thought,

Jiang Li’s sense of crisis exploded.

He secretly thought: I can’t stay in this Piaomiao Dynasty any longer. If I stay, I don’t know how much more attention I’ll attract. When I go back this time, I must quickly Breakthrough the Body Refinement Method to the third layer, refreshing my strength limit.

As if hearing Jiang Li’s thoughts, the Cultivation Technique reached out and seized the Old Jiao Demon’s corpse. His Wind and Thunder Wings flapped, transforming into a blue-purple stream of light and disappearing above Demon Suppression City.

His posture was just like when the Sword Art, “Xuantian Dragon Slaying Sword,” killed the Crimson Dragon Lord, carrying the Dragon corpse and flying everywhere.

Jiang Li secretly grumbled: Showing off twice, the movement technique is really something.

He estimated that, given the high-profile nature of the movement technique, the events of today would spread throughout the entire Cultivation World within two days.

Just as he was thinking,

Three streams of light sped from afar.

Jiang Li fixed his gaze.

It was precisely the Heaven Sword Peak Lord, the Red Bear True Lord, and a female Soul Transformation.

The three Soul Transformation True Lords on the opposite side clearly noticed the massive figure ahead, and their hearts trembled.

From their perspective, a colossal Jiao Dragon body appeared in the distance, its Soul Transformation Divine Might lingering for a long time.

This gave them a bad premonition.

After all,

They knew that Jiang Li had pursued the Old Jiao Demon, and now they only saw the Old Jiao Demon but not Jiang Li, which inevitably led to unpleasant conjectures.

But soon, this thought dissipated, replaced by an indescribable shock.

Because this massive Jiao Dragon body was being held up by a slender, Xuan-ink colored figure.

The Old Jiao Demon is dead?

Who killed him?

Could it be Jiang Li?

As this thought emerged, a storm surged in their minds.

They had considered many possibilities, such as Jiang Li being entangled in a fight with him, returning disappointed, or even being severely wounded and critically ill. But they had never imagined that Jiang Li would actually kill a Transformation Stage Demon King by himself.

The three Soul Transformation True Lords arrived before Jiang Li, staring intently at the Jiao Dragon corpse he held. The Heaven Sword Peak Lord exclaimed, “My good Disciple-grandson, you… you killed this Old Jiao Demon?”

【Ding, you have triggered a conversation with the Show-off King. Please enter the content——】

Jiang Li: Showing off three times, movement technique, you’ve earned it.

Jiang Li was not surprised by the arrival of his grandmaster and the others. He just didn’t expect the movement technique to act, which meant he had to be high-profile again.

He paused for a second and then said, “I’ve wanted to kill him for a long time. Now that my wish is fulfilled, I’m afraid I’ve made you, Grandmaster, and the others make a trip in vain.”

Upon hearing this,

The three Soul Transformation True Lords’ hearts trembled again.

This Transformation Stage Demon King was indeed killed by Jiang Li alone.

This was simply incredible.

“A Late Stage Golden Core defeating a Transformation Stage Demon King. Have there ever been Golden Core Cultivators in ancient and modern times who could achieve this?”

The female Soul Transformation murmured,

Frightened by Jiang Li’s world-shaking combat power.

The Red Bear True Lord shook his head frantically: “You’re joking, how could any Cultivator achieve that? Even the strongest Daoist in the history of the Immortal Sects, at Peak Golden Core, could only briefly contend with a Soul Transformation.”

The Heaven Sword Peak Lord continued: “But my Disciple-grandson can kill a Soul Transformation with Late Stage Golden Core cultivation. He is the strongest Golden Core Cultivator in the history of the Immortal Sects. Even in the Spirit Realm, he is a unique existence.”

By the end,

The three Soul Transformation True Lords were all lost in thought for a long time.

The strongest Golden Core throughout history—what a weighty honor. The number one Golden Core in the current era, truly deserving of the name.

For the first time, they truly understood what “Invincible Golden Core” meant.

Jiang Li felt a bit uncomfortable being stared at.

Stop talking, stop talking, if you keep talking, the movement technique is really going to have an internal climax.

After a long while,

Jiang Li was finally able to leave, continuing to fly towards the Imperial City.

The three Soul Transformation True Lords stayed by his side, not moving an inch, still somewhat unrecovered from the shock… Not long after,

Jiang Li saw the outline of the Imperial City.

Emperor Zhangwu and his entourage at the city gate had not left. They watched the direction Jiang Li had left in, awaiting news.

The Tianxuan Holy Land Disciples were likewise, eagerly looking forward.

Until Jiang Li appeared, carrying the Dragon corpse, the atmosphere on the scene was shaken.

The arrogant Transformation Stage Demon King had fallen.

This was absolutely great news for the Piaomiao Dynasty.

Emperor Zhangwu led his civil and military officials, respectfully stepping forward to bow, and excitedly said, “Thank you, three True Lord sirs, for eliminating this evil Jiao for my Piaomiao Dynasty. This act is a good deed that benefits billions of common people. Please accept our bow.”

The Heaven Sword Peak Lord waved his hand.

“If you want to thank anyone, thank my Disciple-grandson. This Old Jiao Demon was not killed by us. By the time we arrived, my Disciple-grandson had already slain him.”

He did not value empty fame.

On the contrary,

This would be Jiang Li’s best opportunity to gain renown.

As his grandmaster, he had to promote it well.

Jiang Li: Actually, there’s no need.

Upon hearing these words,

The entire place erupted.

Not to mention Emperor Zhangwu, even Xuan Tianji was stunned, his pupils contracting sharply.

Are you kidding me?

This Transformation Stage Demon King was not killed by the Heaven Sword Peak Lord and the others, but by Jiang Li?

Instantly,

Countless shocked, horrified, and incredulous gazes focused on Jiang Li.

A Golden Core slaying a Soul Transformation—was this a myth replaying?

【Ding, the Movement Technique “Nine Heavens Wind and Thunder Void Escape Secret Canon” is very satisfied with this Dragon capturing act, and can’t help but think: This is the most suitable Dao of carefree freedom. When wind and thunder emerge, ten thousand people are shocked; between the universe, all realms are shocked. One day, I will resound throughout the Three Thousand Small Worlds.】

Jiang Li: Minor Achievement in the Dao of the Show-off King, is it? The new version of the Movement Technique has abandoned its previous thieving behavior, making showing off its sole behavioral guideline, truly beginning to practice its path as the Show-off King. It’s going to be annoying from now on.

【Ding, the Sword Art “Xuantian Dragon Slaying Sword” successfully slayed a Dragon, its desire to slay Dragons has been satisfied, Dragon Slaying Damage +300%, understanding of Wind and Thunder Concept deepened, resulting in a metamorphosis.】

【Concept of Thunder — Law of Thunder.】

【Law of Thunder: Your understanding of the power of the Thunder Law has deepened, allowing you to freely control the power of the Thunder attribute in the world for your own use.】

【New entry: Concept of Wind.】

【Concept of Wind: You can skillfully attach the power of the Wind attribute to your sword, creating a Hurricane Sword.】

Jiang Li’s eyes showed slight surprise.

After linking with the movement technique once, the Sword Art not only comprehended the Concept of Wind but also metamorphosed the Concept of Thunder into the Law of Thunder. If he wasn’t mistaken, this Law power should be the power of the Heavenly Laws that Nascent Soul Cultivators need to comprehend when advancing to Soul Transformation.

His Bottleneck to advancing to Soul Transformation, just like that, was cleared?

It still had to be the Sword Art.

Jiang Li was secretly excited.

Among all the methods he possessed, Sword Dao was undoubtedly the most powerful. His current strongest method was also Sword Dao, but… the quality of the Sword Art was currently the lowest.

Earning the lowest salary but doing the most arduous work, with the only requirement being to slay Dragons, yet producing immeasurable value.

Thinking this way, Jiang Li suddenly felt that the Sword Art was too wronged.

A once top-tier Sword Art reduced to a third-rate Cultivation Technique—this simply wouldn’t do. He absolutely had to enhance the Sword Art’s strength and return it to its T1 position.