Chapter 122
Chapter 122: Imperial Dragon Divine Sword
“I really want… to beat you senseless!”
Bu Cheng Yang glared fiercely at A’Bin, martial Qi boiling within him, struggling to hold back the urge to strike his martial nephew right here.
[How many times have I told you, don’t send secret messages in front of him! Never do that again in his presence!]
Bu Cheng Yang’s furious voice resonated secretly, his face dark with anxiety as he continued aloud, “If you wish to die, don’t drag your martial uncle along! What if he suspects we’re secretly plotting something? Even if nothing is wrong, he’ll assume the worst!”
As he spoke, Bu Cheng Yang stealthily glanced at Li Mu Sheng. Noticing that Li Mu Sheng wasn’t paying them any attention, he finally breathed a quiet sigh of relief.
Then, shifting slightly closer, he secretly transmitted another message to A’Bin:
[If you wish to survive, do whatever he tells you later. Even if it means betraying the sect, agree immediately. I won’t blame you.]
Hearing these words, A’Bin pursed his lips, eyes glistening with deep gratitude toward Bu Cheng Yang.
According to the rules of the Grand Evolution Sword Sect, betrayal meant facing the harshest penalty—a thousand swords piercing the heart.
For his sake, Martial Uncle was even willing to ignore the sect rules; clearly, he genuinely cared deeply about him!
However, Bu Cheng Yang continued unexpectedly:
[Also, if I betray the sect later, you must never tell anyone!]
A’Bin: …
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Meanwhile, Li Mu Sheng and Cang Yin Yue, having questioned the purple-robed elder and his companions, finally confirmed the locations of two Heavenly Revelation Secret Treasury keys within Shang Yang City.
One key was indeed in the hands of the Second Prince, Li Que. According to the purple-robed elder, the other remained with a member of the Great Li Imperial Family.
These Great Qi remnants only knew the current holder was a woman—either one of the imperial concubines or possibly the Great Li dynasty’s Eldest Princess herself.
Additionally, the Great Qi remnants speculated that the master of Qing Shan House also held one key. But this mysterious figure, with supreme martial dao skills and elusive movements, left even Heavenly Union experts like the purple-robed elder clueless about his whereabouts.
As for the three remaining keys, years of secret investigation by Qing Shan House had determined they were probably held by the royal families of the other three kingdoms besides Grand Xuan.
After absorbing this information from the purple-robed elder and his allies, Li Mu Sheng pondered briefly. Although their information might not be entirely accurate, it likely held significant truth. After all, these people had spent years relentlessly searching and would have uncovered at least some reliable clues.
Thinking this, Li Mu Sheng nodded slightly, then focused his attention. The massive bronze sword slowly rose, hovering before him, its enormous hilt pointed directly at him.
Regarding the Imperial Dragon Divine Sword, according to the two old eunuchs, one must first gain the sword’s approval to wield it.
To earn the sword’s approval, one needed to master the Azure Dragon Qi, which resonated deeply with the celestial meteorite iron blade.
Li Mu Sheng thoughtfully regarded the giant bronze sword, gently stroking his chin.
Given his formidable martial dao strength, controlling the Azure Dragon Qi—even without the Azure Dragon Cang Ming Scripture—was effortless.
Yet, he had absolutely no interest in this Imperial Dragon Divine Sword nor any desire to claim it.
After a brief reflection, he suddenly turned toward Cang Yin Yue nearby, asking abruptly, “Miss Cang, do you secretly shed tears at night, believing your martial dao strength too weak to match my current status and power?”
Cang Yin Yue startled at his words, her delicate, pale face showing a flurry of shifting emotions.
Eventually, sadness glinted in her black gemstone eyes as she lowered her gaze slightly, saying quietly, “Your Highness… do you now think me useless, unable to assist Your Highness further?”
Li Mu Sheng quickly waved a dismissive hand, cutting her off with a gentle smile.
“No, it’s not like that at all. I simply wish to give you a chance—to become the master of the Imperial Dragon Divine Sword and swiftly reach the Heavenly Union realm. What do you say?”
“Huh?”
Cang Yin Yue abruptly lifted her head, lips parting in a rounded expression of surprise as she stared at Li Mu Sheng in disbelief.
Soon, however, she earnestly shook her head, insisting with utmost seriousness:
“Your Highness, this Imperial Dragon Divine Sword is a divine artifact listed among the Heavenly Arms Ledger. Innate and Heavenly Union experts alike covet it intensely.”
“Whoever acquires this sword, even a Heavenly Union expert, would significantly enhance their power. Now that it’s in Your Highness’s possession, it should rightfully remain yours.”
Li Mu Sheng shook his head gently, replying firmly, “You misunderstand, Miss Cang. This sword is truly of no use to me.”
At that moment, Li Mu Sheng grasped the enormous bronze sword through the air. With a resonant, metallic hum, he thrust the sword swiftly toward the center of Cang Yin Yue’s forehead.
As he did so, he calmly said, “Miss Cang, a good boss should naturally seek the best benefits for his people. After all, I’m not one of those selfish capitalists!”
The instant his words ended, the massive bronze sword trembled violently, as if unable to withstand immense pressure. In a heartbeat, cracks formed and spread rapidly across the entire blade.
Crack! Crackle…
One by one, the aged bronze fragments shattered, scattering as ghostly green dust in the air.
The Imperial Dragon Divine Sword finally shed its bronze casing, revealing its true form.
Now crystalline and shimmering, clear as flowing water, the nearly thirty-foot-long blade glowed with a dazzling azure brilliance, illuminating the entire gloomy bronze hall.
Radiant, piercing energy surged fiercely from the sword, sending brilliant streams of Sword Qi cascading through the air.
Nearby, Bu Cheng Yang and A’Bin were both captivated, utterly enthralled by the splendid sight.
A weapon of this divine power held an irresistible attraction for anyone walking the martial path of the sword.
Their gazes burned intensely with longing before swiftly regaining composure, quietly observing Li Mu Sheng and Cang Yin Yue.
It appeared Li Mu Sheng intended to bestow the Imperial Dragon Divine Sword upon Cang Yin Yue.
Yet Bu Cheng Yang couldn’t help doubting this plan. Though Li Mu Sheng, given his supreme strength and the Azure Dragon Cang Ming Scripture, could easily control the sword, Cang Yin Yue’s martial dao cultivation was far too weak.
She hadn’t even reached the Grandmaster Stage, let alone manage such a terrifying divine weapon.
Li Mu Sheng clearly adored this young lady greatly—but Bu Cheng Yang believed it would be impossible for someone so weak to wield the Imperial Dragon Divine Sword successfully.
He shook his head slowly, deep in thought.
Just then, the brilliantly shining Imperial Dragon Divine Sword released a piercing dragon roar.
Immediately afterward, a fearsome azure sword-light shot out, dozens of feet in length, splitting the great bronze palace roof cleanly in two.