The [Golden Word Lock] was one of the most powerful weapons Chen Mu currently possessed. Beyond that, his need to conceal his identity was another important reason he had to find every possible way to improve it. And as his identity as Qiao Yuan grew increasingly famous, his need to improve his skills with the [Golden Word Lock] became ever more urgent.
Chen Mu's eyes lit up. [Mirror] was an energy structure he had never seen before, and it immediately piqued his interest. But he quickly caught himself; this was no time to study it. He reluctantly dismissed [Mirror] and, fighting down the urge to investigate it, turned his gaze back to Sang Hanshui.
He had already mastered the other five single-syllable words. [Ring] was actually quite similar to [Bind], except that [Bind] targeted a single opponent, while [Ring] targeted several. However, [Ring] was not as strong as [Bind].
The terror in Sang Hanshui's eyes puzzled Chen Mu. Then another question occurred to him. "Are you familiar with all the famous cards in history?"
Some color returned to Sang Hanshui's face. Perhaps the blow he had just suffered had been too great, for his voice was subdued. "Countless cards have been passed down through history. Who would dare claim to know them all? Even the Federation Comprehensive Academy and the Star Academy wouldn't make such a boast, much less an independent Card Adept like me, with no roots or backing."
Then a trace of pride appeared on his face, and his voice rose. "Still, hmph, although I've never enjoyed the benefits of the Six Great Academies, all these years of research have taught me a thing or two."
"Why are you so interested in studying these cards?" This was what Chen Mu simply could not understand.
"Why?" Sang Hanshui looked