Enlightenment: Beginning as a Disposable Warrior-Chapter 192 - 146: Treasure Saber Acquired, Seeking the Demon’s Trail!

The field was silent as a grave, Su Mu walked leisurely to Zhang Jin's side and returned the sheathed long saber.

Zhang Jin was still in a dazed state, his hand instinctively reaching out to take the long saber, replaying Su Mu's earlier strike repeatedly in his mind.

Yet, let alone comprehending its intricacies, he couldn't figure out when exactly Su Mu made that strike, despite his efforts to recall.

If it were anyone else on the field, Zhang Jin might have immediately suspected some sort of trickery beforehand.

The masters of Hongmen Martial Arts Hall have always inherited the name 'Hong Saber.' Among the world's weapons, sabers make up half, and Hongmen stands on saber techniques; although Zhang Jin's talent in Sword Dao wasn't great, he preferred practicing fists usually.

But as a second-generation disciple of the martial hall, his saber techniques were indeed good due to constant exposure, yet he couldn't see through his benefactor's saber today.

One must know, the benefactor's moniker is Unparalleled Boxing and Stick Skills, not Unparalleled Boxing and Saber Skills!

If his benefactor's saber is this astonishing, what about his fist and staff techniques?!

"Such a swift saber, Mr. Li's saber was exquisite beyond compare, truly a supreme skill!"

Li Yuanshan generously praised, speaking sincerely.

Su Mu displayed a strike that was as swift as violet lightning, even though it seemed the saber was used as a sudden tactic, only allowing deployment at the moment of unsheathing, catching the enemy off guard, it demonstrated Su Mu's high attainment in saber techniques.

In life-and-death combat, if one couldn't withstand Su Mu's strike, not mentioning death, severe injuries would be inevitable; this strike was exceptionally tricky.

Even if one survived Su Mu's strike, there was still his equally exquisite Lightweight Body Technique and extensive Cross-Training Martial Arts capabilities, making Li Feiyu truly unfathomable. No wonder he could rescue his nephew from the Corpse Puppet Sect.

Li Yuanshan's eyes squinted, becoming more resolute.

"Li Feiyu cannot be an enemy... Li Feiyu's background is mysterious; previously unknown, yet suddenly emerged over recent years. How could Qingyun nurture such a prodigy, perhaps he's a member of some powerful faction in Qingzhou Prefecture."

"I'm merely using a trick, Instructor Li's Heavy Saber without an edge, great skill often appears clumsy, that's the real skill, I am impressed."

Su Mu courteously returned the compliment, it wasn't entirely flattery, as Li Yuanshan's Heavy Saber indeed brought him a slight inconvenience, that disruptive force was dominating, making it hard for those lacking strength to take on Li Yuanshan's Heavy Saber today.

"In the world of martial arts, one must never underestimate any opponent. Hongmen Martial Arts Hall can be Changfeng First Martial Arts Hall because its martial arts are indeed exquisite, and it even has patriarchs who can embed martial arts in the plaques!"

Additionally, Su Mu quickly confirmed another point, "Li Yuanshan couldn't recognize it either... it seems nowadays, no one in Hongmen Martial Arts Hall can comprehend the secret saber within the plaque."

Upon hearing this, Li Yuanshan stroked his beard and let out several hearty laughs; after their exchange, he knew Li Feiyu's martial arts were definitely on par with his own. Being of the same generation, receiving Su Mu's praise surely delighted him, a person obsessed with martial arts.

"Five days later, hunting demon beasts at Qi Peak Mountain, with Li at the helm, it will surely be flawless." Li Yuanshan then shifted topics, "Mr. Li saved my nephew, a favor to Hongmen Martial Arts Hall, may I ask what Mr. Li would like in return, demon beast blood or something else?"

Li Yuanshan spoke directly, causing a ripple in Su Mu's mind.

The body of a demon beast is full of treasures, the demon blood can be used medicinally or forged into Grade-Entering Treasure Artifacts, which is the most common use. Additionally, demon beast marrow, tendons, flesh, hide, claws, and teeth all have their uses, with marrow often valued above demon blood.

However, after a brief consideration, Su Mu didn't ask for these, "I came only for the demon blood... Fire Attribute Demon Blood."

"The blood of a Fire Attribute Demon Beast?"

Upon hearing this, Li Yuanshan pondered briefly before speaking, "Mr. Li, in the Qifeng Mountain Range, demon beasts are scarce, my Hongmen Martial Arts Hall only has two hunting opportunities a year, each lasting three days. Since Mr. Li desires Fire Attribute Demon Beast blood, my Hongmen Martial Arts Hall will surely do its utmost... but should we fail to find such a beast, I ask for Mr. Li's understanding."

"Naturally, I understand," replied Li.

Su Mu readily agreed, and seeing this, a bright gleam flashed in Li Yuanshan's eyes; indeed, as Zhang Jin said, he possessed quite the chivalrous demeanor, presenting a splendid opportunity to befriend him.

"Mr. Li, should we fail to find a Fire Attribute Demon Beast, I can attempt to gather demon blood from other families, should that fail, I am willing to gift Mr. Li three jars of demon blood as gratitude for his heroic deed," he offered.

"Thank you very much."

Su Mu returned the gesture with folded fists, naturally discerning Li Yuanshan's intent to establish friendship, and indeed needing the demon blood, hence didn't decline.

"Mr. Li, as this is your first time at the martial hall, let me show you around our Hongmen Martial Arts Hall."

"That would be great."

After both parties reached an agreement, Su Mu followed Li Yuanshan to tour the martial hall, subsequently Zhang Jin arranged a quiet courtyard for Su Mu's accommodation.

"Benefactor, recently I ordered the forging of a long saber; it should be completed in a few days. A treasure saber deserves a hero. I hope the benefactor will accept it."

The long saber was initially customized by Zhang Jin for himself, as his previous saber had gone missing. Yet, after witnessing Su Mu's strike, he felt inferior and decided on gifting the long saber.

Su Mu hesitated, considering that five days later at Qi Peak, and the imminent autumn execution, having a handy weapon wouldn't be bad; the weapon forged by Hongmen Martial Arts Hall and Zhang Jin shouldn't be disappointing.

"Then I shall graciously accept."

During the few days of temporary stay at Hongmen Martial Arts Hall, Su Mu didn't step outside the courtyard once, spending his days immersed in cultivation.

In the dead of night, a basin of medicinal liquid faded from inky blackness to become clear water.

Whoosh! 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖

A figure resembling a masterpiece carved by knife and axe, with an almost supernatural perfection, stood up abruptly from the liquid. Its muscle lines were distinctly powerful, every inch of skin faintly glowed with cyan jade-like luster.