Chapter 876 - 844: Continuing the Purge, Refining the Immortal Sword
What Elder Jiang saw at that time of the Thousand-Star Demon-Slaying Sword was merely its legacy, without any tangible Immortal Sword manifesting before him.
But what he sees now is a truly real and palpable Thousand-Star Demon-Slaying Sword.
"Indeed."
Lu Ping nodded, his eyes also examining this Unparalleled Immortal Sword, with a gleam flickering within them.
After consecutively absorbing the power of three Nascent Soul Evil Demons, the Sword Power of the Thousand-Star Demon-Slaying Sword had already reached a considerable level, enough to contend with a Third-Layer Nascent Soul Cultivator.
In the future, if it continues to absorb the Demon’s Power and undergoes constant strengthening, the power of this sword will grow increasingly formidable, causing Demon Fiends to retreat in fear.
"The Thousand-Star Demon-Slaying Sword truly is an exceptional sword."
The Void Celestial Sword Spirit at this moment flew to Lu Ping’s side, with her beautiful eyes also examining the Thousand-Star Demon-Slaying Sword.
Such an Unparalleled Immortal Sword had not been forged by the Void Celestial Extreme Saint at the time because the Void Crystal could not be found.
Now, Lu Ping had successfully refined the Thousand-Star Demon-Slaying Sword, which made the Void Celestial Sword Spirit admire Lu Ping even more.
"This time in seclusion, your cultivation level has also improved somewhat, having already reached the Second-Layer Nascent Soul before me."
Elder Jiang immediately noticed Lu Ping’s change in cultivation level and couldn’t help but sigh.
Both had advanced to the Nascent Soul Stage in the same period as Lu Ping.
Yet, how long had it been, and Lu Ping had already broken through to the Second-Layer Nascent Soul Stage.
The gap between them was evident.
"Lu Daoist, your assistance in this battle was invaluable, a testament to your righteousness!"
Liu Taixuan stood by with a smile on his face and finally couldn’t hold back from saying as he cupped his hands toward Lu Ping, a grateful expression on his face.
The three-headed Nascent Soul Evil Demon was regarded as the greatest threat in the Demon Abyss disturbance by the Dubhe Institute, hence they invited Jiuhua True Monarch to intervene, with Chen Xianhe and Liu Taixuan joining the battle as well.
They were leading the charge, confronting the most powerful three-headed Nascent Soul Evil Demon.
The other Golden Core and Crystallization Stage Outer Realm Demons were considered insignificant by the Dubhe Institute, which could be resolved with some time.
The challenge was indeed with these three-headed Nascent Soul Evil Demons.
Moreover, knowing that once alone they would be surrounded by Jiuhua True Monarch and others, the Evil Demons acted together.
That is why they all appeared outside the Cyan Mountain Sect simultaneously.
And now, Lu Ping’s intervention swept away all three Nascent Soul Evil Demons in one move, clearing the Dubhe Institute of this substantial hidden danger.
As a cultivator of the Dubhe Institute, how could Liu Taixuan not be excited?
Lu Ping exchanged a few polite words but seemed disinclined to engage much further with Liu Taixuan and the others.
He inquired about the specific circumstances of the Demon Abyss disturbance, whether there were other Nascent Soul Evil Demons wreaking havoc nearby, and if so, he would go to clear them out.
The successful refinement of the Thousand-Star Demon-Slaying Sword was timely for leveraging this Demon Abyss disturbance to enhance the Immortal Sword’s power.
Sensing Lu Ping’s intention to intervene further, Liu Taixuan, Jiuhua True Monarch, and Chen Xianhe exchanged glances.
"Hold on, Daoist."
Liu Taixuan said before employing the Thousand-Mile Sound Transmission Technique to inquire from the guardian stationed at the Demon Abyss whether any Nascent Soul Evil Demons had escaped the abyss.
After a brief exchange, Liu Taixuan received a precise reply and immediately said to Lu Ping, "Lu Daoist, all the Nascent Soul Evil Demons involved in this incident have been eliminated; the rest are merely Outer Realm Demons below the Nascent Soul Stage causing trouble."
"The Outer Realm Demons will be tackled by our Dubhe Institute and various Golden Core Cultivators; they can’t stir up too much of a wave, but it has indeed been hard on everyone."
Hearing this response, both Jiuhua True Monarch and Chen Xianhe breathed a sigh of relief.
No Nascent Soul Evil Demons, that’s a relief.
With the remaining Outer Realm Demons, Bai Xianhe and Lu Yuanshan could manage them.
"Hmm, this Immortal Sword still requires the Demon’s Power for further refinement, so if the three of you have no intention of intervening further, I will proceed elsewhere to clear out some Nascent Soul Evil Demons."
Lu Ping spoke calmly, his tone indifferent but causing Jiuhua True Monarch and the others to tense up upon hearing it.
To continue slaying Demon Fiends to refine the Immortal Sword suggested that Lu Ping clearly intended to press on against those Outer Realm Demons.
"Lu Daoist, you may go at your leisure!"
Liu Taixuan said, "With you dealing with the remaining Nascent Soul Evil Demons, this Demon Abyss disturbance will undoubtedly be quickly pacified; however, seeking out those Evil Demons might take some time, as their locations are not nearby; they have fled to various locales in Lingxi State.\"
As Liu Taixuan mentioned, the remaining Nascent Soul Evil Demons were not strong, yet they were dispersed across different locales in Lingxi State, necessitating time to locate and clear them.
This clearly will consume time.
"Father, eldest brother and second brother have also joined the recruitment and combat; their current whereabouts in battle are unknown."
Lu Zhiwei spoke up, informing Lu Ping of this matter.
"Perhaps, you could inquire of them."
The latter part was sent via communication by Lu Zhiwei.
She knew they had the ability to transmit communication at any time.
"Indeed, Lu Daoist, your two sons inherited your magnanimity and have ventured to various locations to quell the Evil Demon chaos; truly commendable."
Liu Taixuan chuckled, highly optimistic about the futures of Lu Yuanshan and Lu Changfeng.
At such a young age, they have achieved Golden Core Stage strength, with prospects potentially reaching the Nascent Soul Stage, or even higher realms.
"So Yuanshan and Changfeng are not at the sect."
Lu Ping muttered to himself, no wonder he didn’t see these two sons around when he exited seclusion.
It’s good.
Participating in the fight against the Outer Realm Demons is a form of experience, gaining more battle experience.
In a greenhouse, one cannot cultivate strong individuals.
"If they can actively assist in the demon-fighting efforts, let them exert themselves well."
Lu Ping said.
Subsequently, Jiuhua True Monarch and others prepared to take leave, as there were matters in various places that required their leadership and execution, preventing further delay.
When Liu Taixuan inquired about Lu Ping’s subsequent moves, offering to share battle reports and follow the demon dynamics in real time, Lu Ping responded.
"It doesn’t matter. However many I find, I’ll slay."
Lu Ping replied before immediately establishing communication with Lu Yuanshan and Lu Changfeng, inquiring about their locations.
Qi Kingdom, Red Cliff Mountain.
A demon battle was erupting here.
Two Golden Core Evil Demons, along with six Crystallization Evil Demons, were being surrounded by Lu Yuanshan and several cultivators, with an array activating around them, isolating the site from the outside world.
Lu Yuanshan was wielding the Taiyi Celestial Ruins Sword, cutting down a charging Crystallization Evil Demon with one strike, the blood staining the sky.
The Flying Sword turned sharply in the air, bursting with powerful Sword Qi, and flew back to the front of Lu Yuanshan.
