Chapter 238: Chapter 52: Sword Saint Transmits his Skills_4
"Master, I definitely will not use the Sword of Hades lightly." After heavily damaging the Thousand Year Giant Spirit Serpent with Life Variation and the Xuan Iron Bow, Ah Dai’s confidence had greatly increased. He felt that he could protect himself adequately without resorting to the Sword of Hades.
The Sword Saint of the Tian Gang pulled out the leather bag containing the Sword of Hades from his bosom and said, "Using it sparingly does not mean not using it at all. If the enemy is inherently evil, like the Assassin’s Guild that killed Owen, you needn’t hesitate. Owen’s revenge cannot go unavenged. You must diligently practice Life Variation, with the hope of reaching heights I’ve not achieved. Little Miss Xuan Yue has deep feelings for you. When it’s time to hold on, hold on tightly and don’t give up easily. I don’t want to see Owen’s tragedy being reenacted on you." He held out his hand, revealing two green crystals in his palm, "These two are crystals from the eyes of the Giant Spirit Serpent. Eating them will be very beneficial to your body. Take one before I transfer energy to you later, the other, save it for that young lady Xuan Yue. Also, take the twenty meters of Snake Muscle with you, it might come in handy. Never reveal the ability of Life Variation lightly on the continent, because it is too astonishing and shocking. I’ve already examined Sheng Xie’s body. The energy contained in the inner core of the Thousand Year Giant Spirit Serpent is too tremendous, it won’t wake up for a while. Sheng Xie is too conspicuous. Do not easily let others see him. The Dragon’s Blood should be a good resting place for him. You can use the Dragon’s Blood to store it when you leave here. There is an inexplicable evil force on Sheng Xie, you must strictly control it in the future. Don’t let it fall into the demonic path, understand?"
Ah Dai nodded and said, "Master, rest assured, Sheng Xie and I are friends, he listens to me very well."
The Sword Saint of the Tian Gang deeply looked at Ah Dai. He had already finished all he needed to tell him. He looked around the cave with some nostalgia, floated up, and landed beside Ah Dai. He placed the Sword of Hades on the ground and said, "Child, remember what your Master said, sometimes, excessive kindness can bring great harm to you. When treating your enemies, be ruthless like the autumn wind sweeping the fallen leaves. I made two sets of light armor for you and Xuan Yue. Take them with you when you leave. The skin of the Giant Spirit Serpent has strong elasticity, they should fit just right. The light armor is connected by some of the Snake Muscle of the Giant Spirit Serpent. As long as your opponent doesn’t have overwhelmingly strong power, it can be used to protect your life. Don’t forget to take along the Giant Spirit Snake Eyes when you leave. And, leave Owen’s sword in the cave. With Life Variation as your foundation, it’s of no use to you. Let it keep me company in Owen’s place."
Knowing that the Sword Saint of the Tian Gang was about to transfer his power to him, Ah Dai anxiously asked again, "Master, will transferring your power to me really not affect you?"
The Sword Saint of the Tian Gang’s eyes showed deep affection. He nodded and said, "Rest assured, your Master will be alright. Goodbye, my child, I will wait for our reunion in the Divine Realm. Let’s get started." After that, he thrust one of the Giant Spirit Snake Eyes into Ah Dai’s mouth. A huge pressure instantly immobilized Ah Dai’s body. The Sword Saint of Tian Gang let out a deep cry and slapped Ah Dai’s forehead hard. A stream of blistering energy surged into Ah Dai’s body instantly. Ah Dai’s body trembled violently, and the Golden Body in his Dantian quivered continuously. The surging energy filled Ah Dai’s body, he felt as if he had fallen into a magma, and the discomfort was indescribable. Subconsciously, he tried to fight back with his own Life True Qi.
The voice of the Sword Saint of the Tian Gang rang in Ah Dai’s ears: "Ah Dai, this energy transfer is unlike the previous two. You must focus, with no distractions. Immerse your mind entirely in the Golden Body in your Dantian. Otherwise, if you fall into cultivation deviation, all your previous efforts will be in vain."
Feeling a chill in his heart, Ah Dai hurriedly relaxed his body and allowed the surging energy to flow into his body from his head. Enduring the intense pain, the fiery energy incessantly invaded every part of his body. It seemed as though all his meridians were ignited, and his body became a white expanse. Although the Life True Qi of the Sword Saint of the Tian Gang was of the same source as his, the Sword Saint’s hundred years of cultivation was not to be underestimated. Under the influence of the enormous energy, Ah Dai felt as if he was in hell, his body spasmed violently, and fine beads of blood seeped out from his pores. In a short while, he had turned into a blood man.
The Sword Saint of the Tian Gang ’s True Qi continued to flow into Ah Dai’s body, a strong white light enveloping their bodies. Seeing Ah Dai’s condition, he knew that continuing in this way, Ah Dai’s body could not bear it and would break down and die. So, he had to slow down the input of True Qi, continually compressing the surging energy in Ah Dai’s chest. As the rate of energy input slowed, Ah Dai’s condition immediately improved a bit, his spasms not so severe. The Sword Saint of the Tian Gang breathed a sigh of relief and gradually increased the intensity of input again. He himself had initially transferred twenty percent of his twelve segments of True Qi to Ah Dai and it had been completely absorbed by him. Now, what he needed to do was to transfer all his remaining True Qi to Ah Dai and let him slowly absorb it. This method of energy transfer through the crown of the head was exceptionally dangerous. Although the Sword Saint of the Tian Gang was prepared for self-sacrifice, the energy was simply too immense. If they weren’t careful, both of them would fall into cultivation deviation and perish.
As time passed, the intense pain became unbearable for Ah Dai, and his consciousness gradually blurred, slipping into a coma. Inside his body, at the chest area, a Golden Body had formed, similar to a Dantian. That golden body was white in color and its size was expanding gradually due to the compression from the surrounding energy. At this moment, a faint white light was emanating from the Guardian Ring on Ah Dai’s left hand, swirling around his body. This gentle energy was protecting his meridians, preventing them from bursting and causing death due to an excess of energy. With the help of the Guardian Ring, the Sword Saint of the Tian Gang let go of his concerns and with all his might, crazily poured his remaining energy into Ah Dai’s body.
Seven days later. Early in the morning, Xi Wen and his six juniors quickly arrived outside the stone cave. The enormous energy contained in the cave surprised them, realizing that only their master, the Sword Saint of the Tian Gang, could have such potent strength. Suddenly, a beam of white light shot out from the top of the stone cave. The light flashed once and disappeared, and the massive energy along with it vanished suddenly as well.
Xi Wen was startled, "Quick, let’s go in, I fear the master may..." He said these words as his body darted like lightning into the cave. When they entered the cave, they were all stunned. Ah Dai sat cross-legged in the center of the cave on a rock, emitting a faint white light. His clothes had turned dark red and a faint smell of blood slowly wafted over. In front of Ah Dai, there were two sets of deep blue light armors, which were made from the skin of the giant spirit snake. The Sword Saint of the Tian Gang had prepared it for Ah Dai during his energy recovery. A dark green pearl on the light armor was flickering with a faint gloomy light. Next to the pearl was a white thread-like substance – the Snake Muscle. Next to the light armor was a leather sheath emitting a faint evil aura, the Sword of Hades. The black gem on the handle of the Sword of Hades reflected the faint white glow of Ah Dai’s body, flickering with a faint chill. In the cave, there was no sign of the Sword Saint of the Tian Gang except for Ah Dai and the still sleeping Golden Eye Saint Evil Dragon. Everyone looked at each other, the same question filled their minds — where was the master?
Zhou Wen was the most impatient of them, he knew that for clarity on the whereabouts of the Sword Saint of the Tian Gang, he must awaken Ah Dai. He floated up, ready to dart towards Ah Dai. Even though he was anxious and distressed, Xi Wen remained rational enough to hastily pull Zhou Wen back, whispering, "What are you doing?"
Zhou Wen said hastily, "Big brother, let me go, I need to wake up Ah Dai and ask him where the master has gone."
Xi Wen retorted slightly angrily, "Don’t you see Ah Dai is meditating? You mustn’t disturb him. We’ll talk once he wakes up."
Zhou Wen breathed heavily, "But, but I’m anxious! Don’t you want to know where the master has gone?"
Xi Wen pointed his right hand repeatedly, blocking the meridians of Zhou Wen’s body, and heavily said, "Impatience also calls for waiting. Have you forgotten what master told us? Ah Dai is the future hope of the Sword Sect, and we must not harm him." His heart was also anxious, however, they couldn’t interrupt Ah Dai’s practice. The consequences could be dire if Ah Dai were provoked. All the efforts of the Sword Saint of the Tian Gang would be wasted.
