"Mount Heng in the South is indeed magnificent!"
Standing atop a mountain, Wang Hao gazed at a towering peak several miles away, which was the famous Hengshan Mount Heng in the south. On Mount Heng was a major sect, namely the Mount Heng Sword Sect, one of the Five Mountains Sword Sect.
This is precisely his goal this time!
The reason for choosing to go to the Mount Heng Sword Sect was twofold: first, to obtain their secret manuals, and second, to seek revenge.
He hadn't forgotten the time when he was besieged and killed by the Five Mountains Sword Sect (excluding Mount Heng Sword Sect) in the capital. Back then, because these people escaped quickly and Li Haoran was watching them closely, he didn't force them to be wiped out. But that didn't mean he had forgotten.
I just didn't have time before, but now that I do, I'm not going to let these guys get away with it.
" Wangcai, take your greatsword and wait in the mountains. Remember not to let anyone see you."
Wang Hao took the Shameless Greatsword, scabbard and all, off his back and chained it to Wangcai's back.
The design of the Shameless Greatsword was too unique and might attract the attention of Confucian School, so he did not intend to use it in public. He only carried it with him as a precaution.
After all, he can only unleash his full power when he is in his original form and wielding the Shameless Greatsword.
Fortunately, thanks to the growth of Wangcai over this period, its load-bearing capacity has reached 20,000 jin, so it is not difficult for it to support the weight of the Shameless Greatsword weighing 10,000 jin.
After settling Wangcai in, Wang Hao leaped forward and sped off towards Mount Heng, which was more than ten miles away.
" Mo Da, is everything arranged?"
Inside the main hall of the Mount Heng Sword Sect, Sect Leader Wang Lingbo calmly asked a question.
Standing at the lower end, Mo Da bowed and replied, "Reporting to Master, I have made all the arrangements. Except for Martial Uncle Zhang, who has not yet returned, all the other uncles and senior uncles have been taken care of."
Finally, after a moment's hesitation, Mo Da couldn't help but ask, "Master, is that Wang Hao really that terrifying? He made all of us senior uncles and masters hide for a whole year before daring to return to the sect!"
"Terrible? It's more than just terrifying!"
Wang Lingbo's expression turned very unpleasant, and a clear sense of apprehension appeared deep in his eyes.
He had agreed to the Confucian School agreement and led his fellow disciples to ambush and kill Wang Hao, partly to silence him and prevent the revelation that he had sent people to help Yang Jingzhong escape, thus ruining the Mount Hengshan Sect's two-hundred-year reputation.
Secondly, it was to gain the favor of Confucian School. After all, anyone with discerning eyes could see that the Ming Dynasty was nearing its end, and chaos was imminent, bringing a great upheaval. If they weren't careful, the Mount Heng Sword Sect's lineage would be cut off.
Therefore, he had no choice but to seek refuge with Confucian School in order to gain a glimmer of hope.
But to everyone's surprise, the seemingly certain siege turned into a crushing defeat, with even a Grandmaster- level junior brother from the Mount Hengshan Sect being left behind.
Not only did they fail to achieve their two goals, they also provoked a prodigy like Wang Hao. If he comes knocking on their door one day, their Mount Heng Sword Sect will likely be wiped out.
Even after returning, the fellow disciples were still in shock and dared not stay in the sect any longer. They wandered around outside for a year before gradually returning.
They were all traumatized by the beating. It wasn't that they were incompetent, but rather that Wang Hao was simply too monstrous!
Even legendary figures like Damo and Zhang Sanfeng were probably only this good.
With a lingering sense of unease, Wang Lingbo solemnly stared at Mo Da below him and said in a deep voice, " Mo Da, you must remember, if you ever encounter Wang Hao in the future, you must never fight him. Just give him whatever he wants. The most important thing is to preserve the legacy of our Mount Hengshan Sect."
"Yes, Your disciple will remember!"
He opened his mouth, but in the end, Mo Da could only bow and accept the order, his expression becoming solemn.
Although the master didn't say it explicitly, his expression and tone revealed his fear of Wang Hao; the opponent was probably not someone their Mount Hengshan Sect could contend with.
He had also obtained some information about the siege in the capital. Putting aside everything else, the fact that even when all four sword sects joined forces and sent dozens of Grandmaster- level experts, they still couldn't kill him showed just how terrifying the opponent was.
At least, that was an existence that their Mount Heng Sword Sect alone could not contend with.
Not to mention, he also received news that a Confucian School Half-step Innate expert had also made a move that time, but even so, they still failed to kill Wang Hao.
You must know that he was a Half-step Innate expert!
In the two hundred years since the founding of the Mount Heng Sword Sect, only the sect's founder reached the Half-step Innate realm; no one else has reached this level.
Even the most powerful cultivator of this generation is only at the Late Grandmaster Level, not even reaching the Peak Grandmaster, let alone the Half-step Innate.
To be able to escape from such a figure, Wang Hao's strength must be terrifying.
"Zhu Yanzu, the Holy Lord of the Heavenly Demon Cult, has come to pay his respects!"
Just as Wang Lingbo and his apprentice were talking, a deep voice suddenly came from the foot of the mountain and echoed throughout the main peak of Mount Heng.
Upon hearing these words, both Wang Lingbo and Mo Da were startled, their anger mixed with a sense of solemnity and apprehension.
The newcomer is a master. Although we haven't seen his face yet, we can tell a thing or two about him just from the voice that has spread throughout the main peak of Mount Heng.
That's right, it was Wang Hao who shouted those words.
After greeting everyone at the foot of the mountain, Wang Hao took a step forward and rushed towards the summit.
However, he did not use the Lightning Straight-Line Step, but rather the Great Shifting Movement Method he obtained from Zhao Min's tomb.
After all, he's currently using the pseudonym Zhu Yanzu, so he naturally can't use the Lightning Straight-Line Step to avoid arousing suspicion.
Of course, the most important thing is that the Lightning Straight-Line Step" can be performed beyond the normal level by the tall and imposing body. However, when Zhu Yanzu is in this disguise, performs it, it is only a First-Rate movement technique, which is not very Gao Ming.
He had thoroughly understood the Great Shifting technique since he obtained it, and even without actually practicing it, he could still unleash some of its power.
Furthermore, with the foundation of the Lightning Straight-Line Step and the enhancement of Innate Qi, its power is even greater.
Especially with the blessing of Innate Qi, after cultivating Innate Qi, he discovered that Innate Qi is like an amplifier for current martial arts, which can enhance the power of all martial arts, and even produce special effects like the Thousand Faces Divine Technique.
Therefore, when he uses the Great Shifting Movement Method at this moment, he is in no way inferior to a master who has cultivated this technique to its Peak Perfection.
This Great Shifting Movement Method is one of the Seventy-Two Supreme Skills of Shaolin Temple, a true Grandmaster- level martial art, which shows just how powerful Wang Hao's current speed and agility are.
Before long, Wang Hao arrived at an open space in front of the Mount Heng Sword Sect. A group of people were standing in front of him, the leader of whom was Wang Lingbo, the current head of the Mount Heng Sword Sect, and his chief disciple Mo Da.
"What is your background, sir? My Mount Heng Sword Sect has not offended you in any way!"
Under the serious gaze of Wang Hao, who stood proudly opposite him, Wang Lingbo asked in a deep voice, his expression revealing an undisguised apprehension.
This person is a strong individual, at least on the same level as him.
"Haven't I already said it? I, Zhu Yanzu, am the Imperial Lord of the Heavenly Demon Sacred Cult Sect. Of course, my sect has not yet officially set foot in the Central Plains, so you don't need to care about this identity. Today, I am also representing the hidden lineage of the Da Ming Dynasty royal family to come to your sect to demand an explanation."
Wang Hao stood with his hands behind his back, staring directly at Wang Lingbo opposite him.
He had already prepared an excuse for his return to the Central Plains, intending to Da Ming imperial family take the blame.
As for the Heavenly Demon Sacred Cult, it was a fabrication to deceive people. At the same time, this was also related to a major side quest in this world. He planned to completely deceive the Heavenly Demon Sacred Cult, at least to make the major forces in the Central Plains martial arts world believe it to be true.
"Our Mount Hengshan Sect has never had any dealings with the royal family. You must have some misunderstanding."
Wang Lingbo's heart sank, but he remained outwardly calm and replied that he would not admit to what had happened back then.
They carried out their actions in secret, at least by covering their faces and concealing their identities. Although all the major powers knew they were involved, there was no substantial evidence, which allowed them room to maneuver.
Therefore, this matter must never be brought to the forefront, and at the very least, it must never be admitted.
Whether it's a misunderstanding or not, Sect Leader Wang knows the answer.
With a cold laugh, Wang Hao crossed his arms and said indifferently, "I'm not here to waste my breath on you. Today, I'm going to challenge your Mount Heng Sword Sect. If I lose, I'll surrender and be at your mercy. But if I win, your Mount Hengshan Sect must hand over all your martial arts traditions for me to peruse."
"Clang!"
"It seems you're determined to cause trouble. Well then, let this old man experience your tricks!"
With his long sword drawn, Wang Lingbo's face was filled with coldness, and his old eyes flashed with a chilling light, a Sisi of killing intent gradually spreading out, clearly indicating that he had decided to kill Wang Hao.
"Clang!"
"He's just an arrogant brat. Why should Master need to intervene? Let your disciple handle him!"
Before Wang Lingbo could make a move, a short, stout middle-aged man in a blue robe stepped forward, drew his long sword, and looked at Wang Hao with a chilling killing intent.
" Zhengfeng, be careful! This person's cultivation is no weaker than mine!"
Wang Lingbo hesitated for a moment before finally sheathing his longsword, but he also secretly sent a telepathic message to his disciple to warn him not to be careless and suffer a loss.
However, he wasn't too worried. Although the opponent was strong, his disciple had also broken through to the Grandmaster level. Even if he himself wanted to take him down, it would take dozens of moves.
Having learned these dozens of moves would be enough for him to figure out some of the man's tricks, making it easier for him to deal with him personally later.
Of course, this can also be seen as a trial for Liu Zhengfeng, his disciple.
"Everyone who comes has a name!"
Wang Hao squinted at the short, stout middle-aged man, his interest piqued.
This person possesses the cultivation level of Grandmaster, but his aura is weak, indicating that he has only recently broken through to the next level.
Interestingly, this person actually possessed a Sisi of Sword Intent. Although this trace of Sword Intent was extremely weak, almost negligible, it was indeed genuine Sword Intent.
That's amazing!
At least qualified enough to let Wang Hao know the other party's name.
" Liu Zhengfeng of the Mount Heng Sword Sect!"
Liu Zhengfeng replied proudly, stating that he was an upright and honest person and naturally had no interest in hiding his identity.
"You must be Liu Zhengfeng? I've heard you have a good ear for music!"
Wang Hao was taken aback, then looked at the guy in front of him with great interest.
This is a character from the novel * the Smiling, Proud Wanderer, Proud Wanderer*!
Furthermore, he occupies a significant role in the story, and the very name of the era of "The Smiling, the Smiling, Proud Wanderer the Smiling, Proud Wanderer" is derived from the musical score he composed.
I wonder if this guy has hooked up with his best buddy Qu Yang yet?
"..."
Wang Hao's words left Liu Zhengfeng completely bewildered, unable to understand how Wang Hao knew he was good at music.
These words caused Wang Lingbo, who was standing behind, to turn pale, and his gaze toward his disciple Liu Zhengfeng became unfriendly.
You have to understand, they are the Mount Heng Sword Sect, one of the Five Mountains Sword Sect, and their specialty is swordsmanship. But now, his disciple is famous not for swordsmanship, but for some kind of broken music. This is simply a slap in the face!
" Mo Da, after this, go to Zhengfeng and destroy all those musical instruments. Don't leave a single one behind."
Having forced himself to calm down, Wang Lingbo gave the order indifferently. Although his words were soft, he did not shy away from Liu Zhengfeng, who was standing in front of him.
"Yes, Master!"
Mo Da nodded in agreement, but his back was also soaked with cold sweat. He made up his mind to hide the newly bought erhu from his master.
Upon hearing his master's order, Liu Zhengfeng's face contorted with heartache, but he dared not turn around to object. He could only glare angrily at Wang Hao opposite him.
"Young man, take this!"
With a fiery temper, Liu Zhengfeng unleashed his strongest technique, one of the Mount Heng Sword Sect's most powerful sword skills— Returning Wind, Falling Wild Goose.