Taiyi Dao Fruit-Chapter 1132 - 356: Silver Tongue
"Don't call this poor Daoist your dear nephew!" Taibai True Monarch said coldly.
Jiang Li picked up on the strong discontent in his voice and immediately went along, saying, "Alright then, Nephew Taibai."
As soon as the words dropped, a sharp scraping sound could be heard, as if two sharp swords were clashing, but in reality, it was Taibai True Monarch clenching his teeth in secret.
One can only say that the strength of the Geng Metal Undying Sword Body is indeed formidable. If it were someone else, their teeth would be shattered by now.
"Nephew, although you haven't provided any useful information, for the sake of the Daoist Lord, I will forgive your previous offense against your elder, and moreover..."
Jiang Li's voice became grand and majestic, echoing like heavenly music, "I shall aid you in recovering from your injuries."
As his voice echoed, Taibai True Monarch suddenly felt a slight numbness and itchiness on his body, as if his flesh was healing and knitting back together.
His meridians were reconnecting, broken bone fragments returned to their original positions, and vibrant vitality surged within his body.
In a short time, he went from being heavily injured to lightly injured, and after a few more breaths, his injuries were no longer a concern.
However, the regressed power could not be regained; Jiang Li merely healed the physical injuries without addressing anything else. After a great setback, he must rise again on his own, as helping him recover his power might instead be a hindrance.
Nevertheless, this was enough for Taibai True Monarch to feel indebted.
If he were to deal with his injuries himself, it would take considerable effort and be difficult to manage. Jiang Li's intervention spared him from expending his heart power on his injuries, allowing for a quicker recovery.
Perhaps this was also one of the reasons the Daoist Lord left Taibai True Monarch to Jiang Li.
You've already passed on the "One Qi to Three Pure Ones," you certainly can't let your hostage die, can you?
Severing one's Lifebound Sword is such an extreme action that if it were to happen to an ordinary Sword Cultivator, it would result in either death or permanent injury. To recover in a short time, one needs some special means, like the Emperor's divine skills.
As long as the power is sufficient, the Emperor's divine skills are almost omnipotent. No matter how severe the injury, it can't stand against a word from Jiang Li.
"This poor Daoist doesn't need your help," Taibai True Monarch said coldly.
A small favor like this trying to buy off him, Taibai True Monarch? Ridiculous!
"That's why it's for the Daoist Lord's sake. The Daoist Lord has already paid the price; I can't let someone die now, can I," Jiang Li said with earnest sincerity, "Nephew Taibai, you're not young anymore, you should mature a little, don't always let the Daoist Lord clean up your mess. Take this time, for instance, if it weren't for the Daoist Lord, even if you overcame the Demon Barrier, so what? You would still die."
Taibai True Monarch's sword heart was stronger than steel, and he even divided his own self, cultivating "One Qi to Three Pure Ones." Without the Demon Barrier, his mental state was indeed quite stable; words and swords couldn't shake him.
Therefore, Jiang Li attacked from the Daoist Lord's angle, hitting Taibai True Monarch's weak spot.
Thus, Taibai True Monarch coldly regarded Jiang Li and said, "What do you want this poor Daoist to do... to repay your favor, kindness!"
The last two words were given extra emphasis.
This favor cannot be refused, even if you don't want it.
If you don't accept it, Jiang Li would go and tattle.
Beside him, Daoist Guang Cheng witnessed what Jiang Li called "supreme strategy." One can only say that such methods are not something ordinary people can deploy.
Ordinary people lack the ability to pierce through someone so thoroughly and also lack such strength.
The latter point is the key; if not for being a Supreme, after Taibai True Monarch's injuries were healed, he would surely retaliate.
Jiang Li felt both comforted and helpless seeing his dear nephew being so grateful and reciprocative, "You're being too polite, Nephew Taibai. But since you've insisted on repaying, I shan't be coy. When the next great battle comes, I hope you'll lend a hand."
Although his Lifebound Sword was broken, being a third grade, his basic strength still remains. At the very least, he can hold off another third grade.
"Agreed."
Taibai True Monarch replied curtly, then closed his eyes, adopting an approach of 'out of sight, out of mind.'
The Heavenly Monarch had previously used hidden Telekinesis to secretly guide, causing Taibai True Monarch to develop multiple Demon Barriers, a grudge Taibai True Monarch had not forgotten. If he ever had the opportunity for revenge, Taibai True Monarch would not hesitate to act.
This prospect suited his intentions well, allowing him to offset this so-called "favor," of course he was happy to agree. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢
As for Jiang Li's elder-like appellation...
Ha, could it be that even such a minor disturbance would be unbearable for him?
He'll bear with it for now, and watch for days to come.
"Very well."
Jiang Li nodded with satisfaction and then said softly, "Release."
The starlight chains binding Taibai True Monarch automatically unbound, granting him freedom.
Thus, Jiang Li's objective of meeting Taibai True Monarch was accomplished.
He gleaned relevant information, secured Taibai True Monarch's promise to assist, and playfully called him "dear nephew" a few times. In terms of both face and substance, everything was reconciled. Emperor Jiang, being magnanimous, forgave his dear nephew Taibai for the prior disrespect.
At that time, he didn't know the relationship between Uncle Jiang and the Daoist Lord, ignorance is innocent, after all.
Beside him, Daoist Guang Cheng was somewhat dumbfounded. It was said that Jiang Li's tongue was as eloquent as a lotus, something he didn't believe before. Jiang Li, though fond of laying verbal traps, wouldn't stoop to sit with those bald monks, right?
Only now did he realize that bald monks had no right to sit at the same table as Jiang, his junior brother.
While still in shock, he suddenly heard Jiang Li say, "Senior Brother Guang Cheng, do you want me to help you heal?"
Daoist Guang Cheng heard this and looked down at his Dao Robe, which was oozing blood again, chuckled, and said, "I probably will need it, but not now. This heavily injured body can help this poor Daoist adapt to the Slaying Immortal Sword's sharpness, so better wait until the battle begins for a full recovery."
Though not as extreme as Taibai True Monarch, Daoist Guang Cheng was also highly enlightened in his cultivation. While the Slaying Immortal Sword harmed both himself and others, every injury was also an opportunity for growth.
It wasn't as much a matter of complete destruction before rebuilding as it was breaking to rebuild, allowing Daoist Guang Cheng to further master this sword.
"Very well."
Jiang Li nodded, then left the Dharma Platform, giving the place to Daoist Guang Cheng and Taibai True Monarch.
As they were both at a critical moment of refinement, it was best not to disturb them any further.
After Jiang Li walked away, Daoist Guang Cheng couldn't help but laugh, saying, "Never have I seen Fellow Daoist suffer such a loss."
"Verbal sparring means nothing to this poor Daoist, let him have his moment of delight," Taibai True Monarch replied, without even lifting an eyelid.
As he spoke, he slowly swept a hand across in front of him, and a sword, broken into two, flew out from his palm—it was Wan Guchou.
Wan Guchou's sword body was severed in the middle, the segment connected to the hilt was dull and lifeless, like common iron, while the part with the tip was a combination of starlight and Divine Light, with the faint glow of six large stars emerging on the blade.
"The Gouchen Dao Fruit has gone dormant."
Taibai True Monarch looked at the half sword body and said, "Previously, countless telekinetic thoughts were converging, but now they have all vanished. The Heavenly Monarch's expertise in the Fire Path is acclaimed as unrivaled today, let your inexpensive junior brother be more vigilant."
Saying this, Taibai True Monarch placed his hand on the broken sword, gently caressing it, with a touch of sadness.
"Apologies, old friend."
