Supreme Sword God

Chapter 490: Chapter 489: The Situation in Cangzhou, Xu Ziliu of Celestial Mountain!

Walking amidst the wind and snow, comprehending the natural world, Ye Chen’s state of mind was ethereal and tranquil, entering a state of epiphany and enhancing his sword intent with a new power.

Ice Sword Intent!

This sword intent power did not become obsolete just because Ye Chen’s cultivation had advanced significantly.

Take Bright Hall’s Tian Bugui, a Dharma Realm veteran, known as Bright Saber King, who still frequently utilized Bright Saber Intent.

Now that Ye Chen possessed the Ice Sword Intent, he could practice sword techniques that harmonized with it.

If one lacks the Ice Sword Intent yet attempts to practice sword techniques dependent on this power, it would be a waste of time as one would never grasp the essence of the techniques.

Ye Chen, withdrawing from the sensation of the Ice Sword Intent, had a sudden flash in his mind of a supreme Earth Tier swordsmanship inheritance—Snow Spirit Sword Technique!

Within the Sword Tomb, having refined numerous gravestones, he had obtained a plethora of swordsmanship inheritances.

Some were rather rubbish, not worth learning.

Some didn’t quite match his power, so he didn’t pursue them.

The Snow Spirit Sword Technique belonged to the latter.

It required the Ice Sword Intent to exhibit its maximum power.

Now, having comprehended the Ice Sword Intent, naturally, the practice of this technique became possible.

The moves of the Snow Spirit Sword Technique swiftly passed through Ye Chen’s mind.

Meanwhile.

Above him, an elder and a youth passed through the area where Ye Chen was, then paused.

The elder, with youthful countenance and white hair, had an air of immortality.

The youth, dressed in luxurious attire, appeared quite affluent.

”Elder, this person’s Ice Intent seems well-refined. Let me test it!” the young man expressed eagerly.

The elder replied, ”Do not act recklessly, this youth appears extraordinary, likely with a notable background.”

The youth chuckled, ”It’s just a sparring session. I’ve been cooped up in the sect, hearing how exciting the outside world is. Now that I’m finally out and encounter a promising individual, naturally I’d like to have a try.

Rest assured, Elder, I know my limits, will stop at the right moment, not to offend him, thus avoiding any grudges.

If he bears a grudge simply because I defeat him, then he’s too petty-minded, such a person is not worth worrying about, because he’s destined not to succeed.”

Seeing the youth eager for a match, the elder did not dissuade further, saying, ”I won’t intervene, go ahead. Remember, stop at the right moment, don’t needlessly make enemies!”

The youth immediately grinned widely, ”Elder, I’m off then!”

Ye Chen, amid simulating the Snow Spirit Sword Technique in his mind, suddenly looked up, noticing the figure swooping down from the sky.

Little Phoenix promptly returned to Ye Chen’s shoulder, ready to assist him in combat at any moment.

Upon landing, the young man, with a warm smile, said, ”No need for nerves, brother. I am Xu Ziliu of the Celestial Mountain Sect. I just witnessed your display of Ice Sword Intent, and found you to be remarkable. Hence, I wish to spar with you and seek your advice.”

Ye Chen’s eyes flickered.

Having been in the True Martial Hall for over six months, he was no longer a novice.

The Celestial Mountain Sect is a renowned sect in Cangzhou.

Throughout Cangzhou, there are five major influential places.

Foremost, undeniably, is the True Martial Hall.

The other four are Celestial Cyan City, Celestial Demon Sect, Celestial Mountain Sect, and Divine Moon Ancient Kingdom!

Though Celestial Cyan City is the center of Cangzhou, the influence of Celestial Demon Sect, Celestial Mountain Sect, and Divine Moon Ancient Kingdom rivals that of Celestial Cyan City!

Of these, Divine Moon Ancient Kingdom is the most unique. According to Ye Chen’s understanding, it has an exceedingly glorious history but has now declined, and remains semi-isolated with very limited interaction with other forces.

It is precisely due to this reason, Ye Chen hadn’t encountered anyone from Divine Moon Ancient Kingdom yet.

Neither True Martial Hall nor Celestial Cyan City has yet uncovered Ye Chen’s past.

Ye Chen knew much about Divine Moon Ancient Kingdom not only because his birthplace, the Great Zhou Dynasty, is part of it, but also due to his determination to settle scores with the Moon God from Divine Moon Ancient Kingdom!

To stab her!

He even planned it with Miss Hei to do it together!

Even after learning about the might of Divine Moon Ancient Kingdom, Ye Chen didn’t alter his plan.

Aside from Divine Moon Ancient Kingdom, another powerhouse in Cangzhou, Celestial Demon Sect, also entwined with Ye Chen.

Despite its name, Celestial Demon Sect has nothing to do with the Demon Race. Ye Chen’s senior sister, Liu Meng’Er, came from the Celestial Demon Sect, though Ye Chen was still unclear on the specifics.

Faced with Xu Ziliu’s proposal to spar, Ye Chen had no intention to refuse.

Having just gained insight into the Ice Sword Intent and simulated the Snow Spirit Sword Technique, an eager challenger appeared, making it hard to resist!

However...

Ye Chen glanced at the sky; despite the elder’s well-concealed aura, it could’t escape Ye Chen’s Martial Arts Celestial Eye’s keen discernment.

”Okay, let’s fight, but if you lose, there wouldn’t be someone trying to silence me, right?” Ye Chen asked.

Young disciples from major sects often can’t tolerate losses!

Xu Ziliu responded, ”Brother, among us young martial artists, we must accept both victories and defeats. A sparring match has outcomes, yet how could I lack even this magnanimity?

Moreover, our Celestial Mountain Sect is a reputable sect, we would not stoop to the despicable acts you mentioned!”

Ye Chen nodded; Celestial Mountain Sect’s reputation was decent, so he said, ”Fine, even if you lose to me, I won’t disclose it.”

Xu Ziliu: ”...”

”How should I address you?”

”True Martial Hall, Ye Chen!”

For prudence, Ye Chen didn’t hide his identity, so should he defeat Xu Ziliu, the elder from Celestial Mountain Sect would be hesitant to resort to murder.

Upon hearing Ye Chen’s name, Xu Ziliu’s eyes instantly lit up, ”So you’re Ye Chen!”

Ye Chen: ”...”

Am I that famous?

Xu Ziliu continued, ”Ranked eighty-eighth on the Qingyun Ranking, target of Blood Robe Tower’s Silver Assassination Token.”

Ye Chen: ”Eight-sixth!”

Xu Ziliu paused, ”The Qingyun Ranking has updated, Brother Ye, you didn’t know?”

Ye Chen: ”Oh, I’ll regain the spot eventually.”

Given his current strength, Ye Chen felt that achieving around fifty in rank wouldn’t be difficult.

Although the ranking is merely a nominal status, being ranked too low is unappealing!

”Brother Ye, though I’m not on the Qingyun Ranking, I’m confident my strength could reach above sixty, but don’t worry, due to certain reasons, I won’t harm you. Once it’s enough, just concede, and we’ll stop there.”

As he finished speaking, Xu Ziliu’s body suddenly emitted an intensely cold aura, with a whoosh, a long sword unsheathed, its light sharp and fierce!

His strength was clearly the Unity Realm Fifth Layer.

Of course, Xu Ziliu’s aura was exceptionally robust, fitting a genius, not to be equaled with an ordinary Unity Realm Fifth Layer!

”Brother Ye, draw your sword!” Xu Ziliu continued.

Ye Chen nodded; with a swoosh, his Celestial Mark Sword unsheathed, instantly suppressing Xu Ziliu’s aura.

Xu Ziliu’s gaze intensified, then he lightly tapped the ground with his tiptoe, his figure gracefully moving toward Ye Chen.

The cold frost from his long sword bloomed, the sword tip like an iceland, thrusting forward.

Ye Chen’s mouth curled into a slight arch, his mind once again swept through the moves of the Snow Spirit Sword Technique, his sword subsequently slashing diagonally.

The first move of Snow Spirit Sword Technique: Snowfall Without Trace!