Walganus, on the other hand, was secretly watching James. The drastic increase in James’ aura made even him envious. At the same time, however, he secretly rejoiced. That was because, to him, everything James had would soon belong to him. After James obtained peerless swordsmanship and the Curse Magic, he would make a move. Upon thinking about this, he could not help but grin. Time passed, and James’ aura grew increasingly stronger. In the blink of an eye, ten days had passed. Now, the Sword Energies in the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion’s sky was almost completely gone. They had been absorbed by James and became fertilizer of his Yogacara. Currently, James had reached the Mage Rank’s Third Stage. As long as he was willing, he could cross into the Tribulation Rank anytime. A wave of Sword Energy enveloped him and underwent another change. The Yogacara’s First Stage was white and its Second Stage was gold. Now, as he reached the Third Stage, the Sword Energy turned from g
After everyone left, only James remained. Pensive, James sat on a chair in the courtyard. Though he had absorbed the Sword Energy of the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion, he could not find the swordsmanship left behind by the Ancestral Sword Master. Now, his resolve was beginning to waver. “Is everything only a myth?” James believed there was no swordsmanship inheritance here. That was because he once heard from Sophie that the Ancestral Sword Master’s inheritance was located in the Mound of Sabers. Meanwhile, no one knew where the Mound of Sabers was located. As such, there was only a handful who had entered the location. Though James wished to obtain the inheritance of the Ancestral Sword Master, he did not force the issue. He had already obtained many benefits at the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion. By absorbing the countless Sword Energies, his Yogacara had evolved to reach the Third Stage, thereby increasing his strength drastically. Currently, he could cross into the Tribulati
Then, he said nothing else and gazed into the distance. He seemed to be deep in contemplation. James said nothing. The scene fell into a deadly silence. A minute later, Walganus suddenly said, “Sorry for bothering you, James.” Saying that, he clasped his fists and turned to leave. Meanwhile, James returned to his room, sat on his bed, and gently rubbed his temples. “Is there really an inheritance left behind by the Ancestral Sword Master here?” He murmured. Then, he questioned the Spirit Tool. However, the Spirit Tool had nothing better to suggest and only told James to leave everything to fate. After Walganus left, he went searching for the Crepe Myrtle Sword Master. At that moment, she was in a closed-door meditation at the back of the mountain. Wearing a purple dress, she sat in a lotus position while levitating in mid-air. Her long black hair fluttered, and her body was surrounded by purple Sword Light, which looked indescribably dazzling. Upon sensing Walganu
The Sword Master never expected Walganus to ambush her. Besides, Walganus’ strength was greater than hers in the first place. After being struck, her meridians shattered, and she collapsed heavily to the ground, spurting out a mouthful of blood. Standing up with great difficulty, she stared at Walganus, who was slowly approaching her, and pointed her finger at him, “Y-You…” As she spoke, her injuries were aggravated, and she collapsed to the ground once more. This time, she could not stand back up. Walganus walked over to the Sword Master, whose life was hanging by a thread, and looked down at her as an evil grin crept up on his face. “Don’t blame me for this, Sword Master. I truly hoped that it wouldn’t come to this. However, you refused to tell me what you know about swordsmanship.” “D-Despicable…” The Sword Master cursed. As her injuries were grave, blood trickled down her lips and stained her purple dress as she spoke. Walganus crouched down and sealed away her cultiv
Walganus rubbed his temples and said, “I can’t make a move against him at the moment. He’s the key to obtaining the swordsmanship inheritance and the Curse Magic. I shouldn’t make a move against him unless absolutely necessary.” “Will he suspect things?” Yanina was worried. Walganus lifted her chin and asked smilingly, “Why? Are you scared?” “N-No, I’m not.” She pretended to be brave. Walganus said smilingly, “Don’t worry. I’ll hold up my end of the bargain. Once everything’s resolved, you’ll be the Sword Master of the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion. If you wish, I can even make you the Empress of Sangria.” “Thank you, Walganus.” Yanina was grateful for his deeds. Walganus pointed at Xianna, whose life was hanging by a thread, and said, “Lock her up for now.” “Understood. I’ll personally bring her to the dungeon.” Yanina grabbed Xianna and took her to the dungeon. Then, Walganus left. After capturing the Sword Master and Xianna, he acted as if nothing had happened and
James’ Yogacara was too powerful. Even from a distance away, Walganus could sense the majestic power sweeping through the entire Sword Pavilion. He was envious and jealous of James. “Everything you have now shall belong to me, James.” Walganus clenched his fists. Then, he left his accommodation and headed to Yanina Peak. Upon his arrival, Yanina walked over to him and said smilingly, “You’re here, Walganus.” “Mhm.” Walganus nodded and ordered, “Send men to monitor James’ movements.” “Understood.” “Remember, do not arouse his suspicion.” “I will keep that in mind.” After giving his orders, Walganus headed to the dungeon of Yanina Peak. The dungeon was dark and damp, and a stench of decay permeated the air. Two women were imprisoned there—the Sword Master and Empress Xianna. They suffered injuries, and their cultivation bases were sealed away. Walganus opened the Sword Master’s cell and walked in. The Sword Master was lying on the ground, gasping for breath.
Walagnus tortured the Sword Master endlessly. However, the Sword Master did not seem to know anything, as she said nothing. Excruciating screams came from inside the dark and damp dungeon.Seeing that the Sword Master was reluctant to speak, Walagnus paid no heed to her and entered another dungeon.In the other dungeon, Xianna was sitting in a lotus position on the ground. Even though she was injured and her cultivation base was sealed away, she nonetheless still exuded the aura of a noble despite being imprisoned. Her mind was clear, and she could hear the Sword Master's agonizing screams.Walagnus walked over to her and said coldly, "As expected of an Empress. You maintain your composure even though you're a prisoner."Xianna glanced at him and said with a composed expression, "It's no use, Walagnus. I have no idea how you were able to disregard Sangria's Curse, but I am sure that you're not the fated one. Only the fated one is capable of obtaining Sangria’s providence. Sangr
“A penny for your thoughts?”A voice came and interrupted Walagnus' thoughts. He collected himself and lifted his head. A gorgeous woman was walking toward him. She walked into the hall, sat on his thighs, and leaped into his embrace.Walagnus spread his arms to embrace her, saying, "I heard from Empress Xianna that Sangria has an Imperial Jade Seal. However, the seal is long lost. The same goes for the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword possessed by the Sword Pavilion."Yanina nodded slightly and said, " I know nothing about the Imperial Jade Seal, but I’ve heard about the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword. The Sword Pavilion once had a divine sword, but according to the records of ancient texts, the pavilion was wiped off the map once. Ever since then, the divine sword was nowhere to be seen. No one knows who currently has the sword."Walagnus asked, "Are the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword and the Imperial Jade Seal keys to opening the Sword Pavilion's seal?"Yanina shook her head and said, "I don'