Chapter 123.1
The clanging and banging sounds emanated from the mouth of the volcanic cave.
Everyone noticed that as the divine sword was about to emerge, the sounds of hammering became more frequent, and each sound was different, filled with rhythm, like a musical movement.
Accompanying the hammering was the clear and resonant sound of the swords cry.
Clang, clang, clang
The sound was crisp and pleasant to the ear, spreading for miles, unceasing.
As the swords cry was heard, the swords brought by everyone also hummed softly, as if responding or as if showing submission.
Such a scene warmed everyones hearts.
This is absolutely an unparalleled, exceptional sword!
Before the sword has even appeared, it has already made all other swords in the world submit! Once it emerges, it will surely dazzle the entire world!
If one could possess this sword, they would undoubtedly become invincible across the land and dominate the world!
Such a fine sword! This sword should rightfully belong to me!
The divine sword must be wielded by one who is virtuous!
Everyones hearts were growing more and more excited, fearing that they wouldnt be able to restrain themselves from fighting over the sword as soon as it appeared.
Although no one has made a move yet, everyone has already started to be wary of each other.
The emergence of the Divine Sword will signal the time for a great battle!
In order to avoid unnecessary casualties, Lin Beifan has already issued an order, recalling all 100,000 troops from the mountain back to guard the edges of the capital city, forbidding those from the rivers and lakes to enter the city and disturb the peace.
On the mountain, only a few Innate masters such as the Wine Sword Immortal and the Empty Hand Master remain.
Their main task now is to protect Ouyezi until the Divine Sword is fully forged.
Clang, clang, clang
The sound of the sword being forged is becoming more frequent.
Everyone senses that the time for the Divine Sword to appear is drawing near.
Ignoring the scorching heat of the volcano, they all surged into the crater, waiting for the divine sword to be born.
At this moment, the forging of the divine sword was in its final stage.
The shape of the sword had emerged. It was a sword about four chi and two cun long, two and a half inches wide, with a very ancient appearance. Its body was pitch-black like ink, without any fancy decorations. (TLN: 1 chi=30.3 cm, 1 cun=3.03 cm.)
The edge was not yet sharpened, but the swords nascent sharpness was already so intimidating that it was hard to look at directly.
What a fine sword! someone couldnt help but exclaim.
This must indeed be a fine sword; otherwise, why would it have drawn all of us here? another person responded with a laugh.
Just then, Ouyezi actually threw the sword into the lava.
Everyone became angry: What are you doing?
What do you know?
Ouyezi said disdainfully, I am letting it absorb the essence of fire from the lava to complete its final tempering! Once it has absorbed the essence of fire, the sword will be formed, becoming an unparalleled divine sword in the world!
Sure enough, as soon as Ouyezis words ended, the divine sword that had been plunged into the lava was rapidly absorbing the essence of fire, and its blade quickly turned red.
As it continued to absorb the heat, everyone could clearly feel that the cave had become much cooler.
And the lava actually turned black and solidified!
That was because the divine sword had absorbed all the heat from the lava.
Everyone was astonished. What kind of divine sword was this that it could even absorb lava!
Just then, the surface of the divine sword seemed to explode, and as the lava peeled off its body, it transformed back into an unremarkable black sword.
At the same time, the swords behind everyone flew out as if on cue.
They emitted a series of sword cries, then planted themselves around the divine sword at a 45-degree angle as if to show submission.
Only the divine sword remained, standing straight in the midst of the lava, looking down upon the thousands of swords like an emperor among swords.
At this moment, without needing Ouyezi to explain, everyone already knew
The Divine Sword has appeared!!!
The Divine Sword emerges, and all other swords bow down!!!
The Divine Sword has naturally come into being!
Ouyezi burst into hearty laughter, proudly proclaiming, This sword, having passed through my hands, took a total of 108 days to forge! Of those, I spent eighty-one days melting it with the fire from the heart of the earth!
Subsequently, I infused it with a variety of precious materials for weapon forging, and after 27 days of smithing, it has finally made its debut! This sword is the pride of my lifes work! Even in the future, I fear I may not be able to craft such a divine sword again!
Truly, it is an unparalleled sword! everyone exclaimed in amazement.
Does this sword have a name? someone asked.
Ouyezi shook his head, It has not been named yet, but the two words Divine Sword are more than sufficient!
Finally, someone couldnt resist and leaped into the already-solidified magma, reaching out to grab the divine sword.
But, despite exerting all his strength, as if he were drawing on the force of his mothers milk, he couldnt budge it in the slightest.
This sword its so heavy!
Of course its heavy!
Ouyezi said proudly. This sword was forged from meteoric iron from beyond the heavens as the main material! That meteoric iron weighed over 5000 jin, and even after I extracted its essence to forge the divine sword, it still weighs 3000 jin! With you being just a minor Acquired Real martial artist, thinking you can move the divine sword is a wishful thingking!
I dont believe it!
The man continued to try and draw the sword, exerting so much force that his face contorted ferociously.
Just then, the divine sword suddenly erupted with intense flames, instantly turning the man attempting to draw it into ashes.
Ah? Whats going on? Everyone panicked and looked towards Ouyezi.
Its because hes not worthy of possessing the divine sword!
Ouyezi said disdainfully, Just now, the divine sword already tested him. If he cant pull out the sword, it proves that hes not a suitable match! But he was still stubborn. The divine sword has a spirit, and it got very angry, so it set him on fire!
Turning his head to address the people from the rivers and lakes who had come in search of the sword, he spoke earnestly, This divine sword is not something just anyone can possess. Without innate strength, you wont even be able to pull out the sword! If you dont gain the recognition of the divine sword, you will be set on fire and burned by it! So, you should all just go back to where you came from. It would be bad to lose your lives over this!
I dont believe it!
An innate powerhouse shouted as he charged forward: I started handling swords at the age of three, practiced swordsmanship at six, and by the age of twelve, I had already killed a bandit who was a scourge to our village with a single sword! By the age of eighteen, I was renowned throughout the rivers and lakes, wielding a vajra sword and making a name for myself in the world! Swords have accompanied me for more than forty years, and there is no one else in this world more suited to possess such a divine sword than me!
Saying this, he had already arrived in front of the divine sword and stretched out his right hand to pull it out forcefully.
His strength was extraordinary, and he was gradually pulling out the sword.
But just at that moment, the divine sword spewed out intense flames, incinerating everything around it.
The person immediately released their True Qi outward, attempting to resist the fierce fire.
However, this action seemed to enrage the divine sword.
The sword then emitted even more intense flames, scorching the True Qi around his body, creating a crackling sound.
After a moment, his True Qi was burned through, and he was transformed into a ball of fire.
Ah! It hurts! This fire its so fierce!
He made a decisive decision, dropping the divine sword, but his body was already scorched.
Especially that hand which had grasped the sword, it was burned to the point where only bones remained, which he then resolutely severed with gritted teeth.
Such a scene, once again, left everyone in shock.
Even an Innate couldnt lift this sword, could they?
This is the real divine sword! The divine sword has a spirit and will choose its own master. None of you are its master, so youd better leave quickly! Ouyezi once again advised.
I dont believe it! Today, I must take this sword with me no matter what!
Another powerful Innate appeared, his entire body filled with fierce Sword Qi, clearly a master of the sword path.
Those who recognized him exclaimed in surprise.
Thats Meteor Sword, Meteor Invincible!
His swordsmanship is superb; 10 years ago, he was already unbeatable across the land. It is said that he has reached the realm of a heavy sword without edge!
(TLN: True mastery and power in swordsmanship do not solely rely on the sharpness of the blade.)
Unexpectedly, he has also come. Can he wield the divine sword?
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, he approached the divine sword and grasped it firmly: Rise for me!
The divine sword was slowly pulled up by him.
At this moment, the divine sword struggled, releasing intense flames that scorched the one who attempted to draw it.
I have Astral Qi protecting my body, I fear you not!
An indestructible Astral Qi appeared around the Meteor Invincible, safeguarding his entire body and resisting the scorching flames.
With that, he managed to firmly grasp the sword in his hand.
I am the chosen one by destiny, this sword now belongs to me, haha!
The Innate masters hidden in the shadows could no longer hold back, and one after another, they burst forth to attack.
You are not worthy of possessing the divine sword; leave the sword behind!
Drop the sword and your life will be spared!
Dont force me to take action!
This group of powerhouses actually numbered 27, with more than half of them having reached the Astral Qi level, and among them, three had attained the Imperial Qi tier.
This force was incredibly formidable, but Meteor Invincible stood undaunted: If you wish to take the divine sword from me, lets see if you have the capability! Attack!
He swung his sword with great force, creating a terrifying fire serpent that swept through all directions!
Whoosh whoosh~
A wave of heat surged forth, and all the surrounding experts couldnt help but dodge!
What a powerful sword!
Fall back!
Following that, both sides engaged in intense combat.
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