: Return of the Chapter

Everything in the world that possesses sharpness or edge is difficult to withstand friction.

Otherwise, there would be no origin of the words "砥砺" (dǐlì) and "磨砺" (mólì).

No matter how sharp one's edge may be, it will eventually wear down and dull.

However, Lu Jianghe's natal flying sword "Xie Shui" is completely different.

Its sharpness originates from the 9,999 ever-flowing sword energies that constitute the flying sword.

They gather and disperse unpredictably like flowing water, constantly changing and forming their own trajectory.

Because of its water-like nature, the sharpness of "Drizzling Water" has remained constant since its inception, regardless of Lu Jianghe's realm or the legendary higher realms of Jade Unearth and Immortals.

"Draining water" is sharp and consistent, neither increasing nor decreasing.

The only drawback is that, compared to other sword cultivators, its killing power is insufficient.

A thought subtly stirred within me.

"Poured water" is like a waterfall flowing against the current, soaring straight to the sky.

Centered on the Lujiang River, it stretches across a hundred miles, reaching thousands of feet in the sky.

Immediately, the sea broke open, and something flew out.

It was Miaohe's small jade hammer.

A person's life-bound magical artifact, cultivated with their own life, can only unleash about 70% of its power when wielded by another. If its materials are disassembled, refined, and melted down to forge other artifacts, it can be considered making the most of its potential. However...

At the same time, his divine sense swept over the storage bag.

The wealth of a Nascent Soul cultivator is indeed far beyond that of an ordinary cultivator.

There are hundreds of mid-grade spirit stones alone.

Leaving aside the various small porcelain bottles and materials.

What is eye-catching are the dozens of shimmering demon cores, among which two dark blue seventh-order demon cores are the most dazzling.

Killing for treasure, fattening horses at night—this is indeed the fastest way to accumulate wealth.

With a slight thought, Lu Jianghe's "Jade Hammer," which had lost its owner, flew up along with Master Miaohe's storage bag and landed steadily in his hand, where it was then stored at his waist.

Immediately, he rode the wind and flew towards the place where the battle had taken place.

From the moment he fought two eighth-tier demonic beasts to the moment he was besieged by three Nascent Soul cultivators, what seemed like a thrilling ordeal actually only lasted for half a day.

The offensive methods available to those at the Golden Core stage are still too limited.

Upon realizing this, Lu Jianghe shook his head slightly.

Once one truly reaches the Nascent Soul stage, one will be willing to exert all one's strength regardless of the cost. With just a single sword in hand, the sword energy that one casually unleashes can reach a length of a thousand feet.

At that time, these Nascent Soul cultivators before him would likely be as easy as cutting melons and vegetables under his sword...

If he can't kill a Nascent Soul Realm cultivator in two or three sword strikes, Lu Jianghe will laugh at himself.

Returning to the skies above that sea area, the waves had calmed down considerably compared to before, but their color remained as deep as ever.

With a casual gesture, a small mirror, an ancient seal, and a whisk emerged from the seabed from different directions and came before him.

Jinxia was destroyed by her natal flying sword, and her storage bag was also reduced to dust. Naturally, the contents of the bag were also annihilated and left without a trace.

Two of these items are antiques.

The replica "Four Gods Rules Mirror" actually withstood one of his "Sword Throwing Techniques" head-on, leaving only a tiny white dot on its surface. It was quite a nice item.

Unfortunately, it was ultimately useless to him.

However, these kinds of counterfeit ancient treasures, especially those specializing in a single type of attack, are probably quite valuable.

As for that ancient golden seal, after being refined and nurtured anew, it is unknown whether it can reproduce the effects of the ancient treasure called "Thousand Peaks".

As for this whisk, it seems quite ordinary in comparison.

Aside from close-quarters combat, which is somewhat manageable, it is otherwise unremarkable.

It would be good to sell it later and exchange it for some spirit stones.

Once he made up his mind, Lu Jianghe put the whisk, along with the replica "Four Gods Rules Mirror" and the ancient gold seal, into his storage bag.

Having been teleported from Tianxing City to this Demon Beast Abyss for over a month, the harvest has been quite substantial.

Two demon cores of eighth-order transformed demons, a demon soul essence, and several top-tier refining materials.

At this moment, Lu Jianghe was thinking about the matter of refining the "water elixir".

It would be more prudent to return to Tianxing City.

Or should we simply find a secluded spot in the open sea to start the furnace?

Two demon cores from eighth-tier demon beasts are enough to refine.

In addition, there were several seventh- and sixth-order demon cores.

After refining it, it takes several years to reach the perfect state of the late Golden Core stage.

If we return to Tianxing City, with so many eyes and ears, it will ultimately be a problem.

If the commotion is too great and causes unpredictable anomalies, it will definitely attract attention and scrutiny.

Moreover, whether one returns after a short absence or stays away for an extended period, it will arouse suspicion and is not appropriate.

And one person escaped.

This matter can no longer be kept secret.

It's just that we don't know which faction that person belongs to.

As far as Lu Jianghe is concerned, as long as he is not affiliated with the Star Palace, there is no problem.

The star palace recognizes its own face.

Since this person can act so ruthlessly, they are most likely either a member of the righteous or demonic path.

Judging from this timeframe, the Reverse Star Alliance is either already established or various forces are making intensive preparations.

The probing and friction between the stars and the palaces will inevitably deepen gradually.

The turmoil at sea is bound to become even more volatile.

After careful consideration, Lu Jianghe made a decision.

Let's go back to Tianxing City, use the teleportation array on Qiyuan Island, and then go into seclusion.

If one can break through the Golden Core barrier in one fell swoop and reach the Nascent Soul realm.

By then, he will truly have the "strength" to move a mountain.

After understanding.

Without pausing, Lu Jianghe immediately left the area and sped towards Qiyuan Island.

Fortunately, we had a star chart; otherwise, we would have easily lost our way in this vast and boundless ocean.

On the way back, whenever Lu Jianghe encountered any fourth-order or higher-level monsters in the sea, he slashed them all with a single sword strike without any hindrance.

Wherever his sword light went, it was like water being poured onto the ground, and death was imminent.

Wherever it passed, blood mist filled the sea, wreckage littered the ground, and the stench of blood lingered for a long time.

It was truly like picking up weeds.

This situation was exactly the same as when they went deep into the abyss earlier.

However, Lu Jianghe had no worries in his heart, and his sword escape became even faster and purer.

Blood stained the blue waves, and within less than a month, the outline of Qiyuan Island could be seen in the distance.

Because of the short time that has passed, Qiyuan Island is naturally unaware of the deaths of the two powerful elders.

Lu Jianghe landed on the teleportation sacrificial stone platform.

The Star Palace cultivators on duty suddenly became alert. Upon seeing the newcomer's face, their respect instantly turned into near-fearful awe, and they bowed even lower, almost unable to look directly at him.

Lu Jianghe, too lazy to waste words, simply floated the token with the character "Shi" in front of him and said succinctly, "Activate the teleportation array and return to Tianxing City."

The guard's pupils contracted when his gaze fell upon the conspicuous mark on the token.

It's a token belonging to an elder of the Star Palace's law enforcement!

Without the slightest delay, they immediately activated the teleportation array.

Ripples spread through the space, and with a flash of white light, the azure figure vanished completely.

When Lu Jianghe opened his eyes again, he had arrived at the Starry Sky Palace in the core area of ​​Tianxing City.

(P.S.: The name of my natal flying sword was chosen from many ancient poems and verses I've read...)