High Martial: I Can Copy All Root Bones!

Lu Changfeng had the Ancient Fire Qilin pull the carriage forward.

The Ancient Fire Qilin was incredibly fast when it summoned the rain and mist to travel at full speed.

In just half a day, Lu Changfeng traveled from Xing City in Jiangnan Prefecture to the Holy City of Yunyang Prefecture.

The Fire Qilin made no effort to conceal itself, appearing directly in the sky above the Holy City.

Amidst the cheers of the Holy City’s citizens, it landed directly inside the Holy Palace, just outside the Saint Master Hall.

By now, of course, every citizen of the Holy City knew that the Fire Qilin was Lu Changfeng’s mount.

The statues of the Saint Master displayed in every household depicted Lu Changfeng standing upon the Qilin.

There were also statues of the Fire Qilin by itself.

In short, Lu Changfeng and everything associated with him had become objects of veneration for the people of Yunyang Prefecture.

Lin Erfeng’s governance had contributed significantly to the prestige Lu Changfeng and the Saint Demon Sect enjoyed among the common folk of Yunyang Prefecture.

Lu Changfeng summoned the Demon Generals and representatives from the Demon Sects for a meeting in the Saint Master Hall.

Aside from the matter of the Soul Suppressing Demon Sect, he also needed to announce Xu Fan’s appointment as a Demon General.

"Donor Xu, long time no see." From his seat among the Demon Sects in the Saint Master Hall, Xuansha greeted Xu Fan with his palms pressed together.

Xu Fan did not dare to be disrespectful. "I ask for the support of the Dark Buddha Demon Sect, as well as all the other Demon Sects and Demon Generals, in the days to come."

Next, Lu Changfeng had Lin Erfeng, the Grand Steward of the Holy Sect, give a brief overview of the current situation.

Most of the Demon Generals and the leaders of the Demon Sects were at the Rebirth Realm.

They spent most of their time in a state of slumber-like seclusion and needed to be brought up to speed on the situation in Song Country.

Lin Erfeng focused on describing the situation in Jiangnan Prefecture.

"Because of Jiang Changge’s sudden emergence, Jiangnan Prefecture has ceded a city to the Divine Sword Sect."

"That city has now been named Sword City, and most of the surviving citizens of Jiangnan Prefecture have gathered there."

"It is said that the Divine Sword Sect will hold a Sword Discussion Conference in Sword City next month."

"I suspect this is Jiang Changge’s way of saving face. He wants to use this event to unite the other powers of Song Country against Daliang."

Lin Erfeng’s speculation about the Divine Sword Sect’s reason for holding the Sword Discussion Conference was logical.

But Lu Changfeng considered another possibility: the Supreme Sword Dao!

As a fellow possessor of a Sword Dao, Lu Changfeng guessed that the Sword Discussion Conference would be of immense benefit to Jiang Changge in advancing his Supreme Sword Dao.

That would explain why he was rushing to hold the Sword Discussion Conference—it was to increase his strength as quickly as possible.

’Supreme Sword Dao... This world is getting more and more interesting. Or is this just the final revelry before the Heaven and Earth Primordial Energy collapses completely?’

The meeting ended.

Under the reluctant gazes of the Demon Sect representatives and Demon Generals, Lu Changfeng left the Holy City with the Fire Qilin.

「The next day.」

Lu Changfeng reverted to his original appearance and returned to Qin City.

Lu Changfeng planned to attend the Sword Discussion Conference in Sword City under the guise of a Sword Dao prodigy.

In about a month, the interface update should be complete.

By then, he could find an opportunity to copy Jiang Changge’s Supreme Sword Dao Talent.

Having been away for a few days, Lu Changfeng returned to the Hua Mansion to inform the two women of his plans.

He played some chess with Old Master Hua Yuelou (though it was really just to let the old man get out for a bit).

Afterward, Lu Changfeng strolled through the streets of Qin City.

Before long, he arrived outside the Changle Martial Arts Hall.

The purpose of Lu Changfeng’s trip was, of course, to ’check up on’ Wei He.

A Demon Fiend Bloodline of the Ancient Level, and one of this concentration at that... In the Ancient Era, its possessor would have been a figure comparable to, or even stronger than, a Human King.

Having heard Hua Chengyu’s story and the history of how the three great Human Kings partitioned the Profound Realm, Lu Changfeng had reason to believe there was more to Wei He’s background than met the eye.

Lu Changfeng slowly stepped into the Changle Martial Arts Hall.

The layout of the Changle Martial Arts Hall was exactly the same as before.

For a moment, it made Lu Changfeng feel as if he had been transported back to his teenage years.

The Changle Martial Arts Hall was bustling with disciples.

Many disciples recognized Lu Changfeng and grew extremely excited. Lu Changfeng gestured for the crowd of martial arts hall disciples to return to their training.

Lu Changfeng spotted Wei He on the training ground at a glance.

He was currently practicing the Storm Sword Technique.

His proficiency with the Storm Sword Technique was exceptionally high, not at all like that of a novice who had only been practicing for a short time.

"Master, this is Wei He. His talent for sword practice is quite good; I’d say he’s no less talented than I am." Han Fan had walked over at some point and now spoke slowly to Lu Changfeng.

"Mm, I know," Lu Changfeng said with a slight nod.

Lu Changfeng beckoned for Wei He to come over.

Wei He trotted over.

Within ten meters, Lu Changfeng could see Wei He’s interface.

There were no changes. His Root Bone and Talent were still listed as ’Fusing’.

In a short time, with the aid of the Exotic Beast Meat provided by Lu Changfeng, Wei He had already broken through to the Fifth Level of the Blood Forging Realm.

Lu Changfeng realized that it might take a very long time to uncover Wei He’s secrets just by using the interface.

’Perhaps it’s time to use other methods.’

"Master Lu! Master!"

Wei He arrived before Lu Changfeng and Han Fan and offered his greetings.

Han Fan was a little surprised, so Lu Changfeng explained his connection to Wei He.

Realization dawned on Han Fan. "You kid, you’re pretty tight-lipped."

Wei He scratched his head, looking bashful. "I just didn’t want you to treat me differently, Master."

He presented the image of an outstanding talent with good character—an excellent prospect all around.

Wei He thought to himself, ’Just wait a little longer. When I condense my Sword Intent, you’ll be even more shocked.’

Lu Changfeng patted Wei He’s shoulder. "You’re doing great. Keep working hard, and in the future, I’ll recommend you to join the Saint Demon Sect."

Wei He was overjoyed. "Thank you for your guidance, Master Lu!"

Lu Changfeng waved his hand and left the Changle Martial Arts Hall.

Back inside the Hua Mansion.

Lu Changfeng pondered how to uncover the secrets Wei He was hiding.