The powerful members of the Dugu Family were cursing under their breath. Although they were wary of that so-called Great Heavenly Demon and dared not let this kid get into trouble here, destroying their family's strongest ancestral treasure was going too far.
If they weren't afraid of that so-called Great Heavenly Demon, they would have loved to blast this brat into dust on the spot!
You must know that it was a sword left behind by their ancestor, a supreme treasure that allowed their Dugu Family to produce a Xiantian Grandmaster every few generations!
Even though they were forcibly suppressing it, everyone's eyes were bloodshot, and a chilling killing intent permeated the cave.
"It was indeed my fault for destroying your ancestor's sword. How about this, I will use a secret technique to elevate you all to the Innate Realm?"
Sensing the hostility of the crowd, Wang Hao calmly put down his wine bowl and spoke.
This blood wine was indeed extraordinary; after drinking just a few bowls, he recovered somewhat, at least he wasn't as weak as before.
Since he had received such a great favor, he naturally didn't mind making amends, especially since this was his cheap master's hometown!
Some things shouldn't be made too awkward.
Of course, most importantly, he was trying to fool people again!
It should be noted that this family boasts thirteen Half-step Innate experts and hundreds of Grandmaster- level masters. If these people were to emerge, they would surely attract some of the Confucian School ' attention again, while also stirring up the waters of the Central Plains martial arts world even more.
Therefore, we must try to acquire this fighting force.
"Do you possess a secret method that will allow us both to break through to the Innate Realm?"
The old patriarch and many elders were stunned, finding it hard to believe.
After all, he was Xiantian Grandmaster, not some common Big White.
The Dugu Family possesses a profound martial arts foundation, but they can only break through to the Innate Realm by relying on the Sword Force left behind by their ancestor's sword.
Even then, one needs exceptional talent; only a handful of people have achieved this in hundreds of years.
Most importantly, although the combat power of this breakthrough to the Innate Realm is almost the same as that of a normal Innate Realm, it is far inferior in other aspects, such as lifespan, which is far less than that of a normal cultivator.
But no matter what, that's still the Innate Realm!
But now this junior is saying he can help them break through to the Innate Realm, and he's doing it in such a casual tone, as if he's just talking about what to eat today.
This made them feel very unreal, as if they were being played.
"It's indeed difficult to help you break through to the Innate Realm through normal means, but it's not difficult if we use secret methods. Once I recover, I can help you all break through."
Wang Hao smiled and said this, not to fool anyone, but because he was truly confident he could do it.
In fact, this was all thanks to the Nine Yin True Scripture obtained from the Mount Heng Sword Sect. Inside was a short handwritten note that was passed down from Zhou Zhiruo, the last leader of the Mount Emei Sword Sect.
In order to break through to the Innate Realm, Zhou Zhiruo deduced her own cultivation method and deduced a secret dual cultivation method. This method allowed martial artists who combined their own Nine Yin True Qi with the Nine Yang True Qi to have a very high chance of breaking through to the Innate Realm.
Later, the predecessors of the Mount Heng Sword Sect were also considered to be geniuses, who simplified this secret technique into a secret technique that allowed people to break through to the Half-step Innate.
The principle is to set up the Mount Heng Sword Formation, and on this basis, to connect and merge the inner forces of seven experts who have reached the Peak Grandmaster Realm, so that they can break through together with the help of everyone's strength.
Of the eight nuns who emerged from the Mount Heng Sword Sect, only Abbess Qingmiao's master Abbess Weiyu, relied on her own efforts to break through to the next level; the other seven all used this secret method.
Of course, this secret method also has many limitations. The most difficult one is that the seven people who are channeling the energy must trust each other unconditionally, completely relinquish control over the energy, and allow the energy of others to be transferred into their own bodies.
Furthermore, the cultivation techniques must be of the same origin to achieve perfect integration and breakthrough.
Using the original secret method to help these old guys from the Dugu Family break through to the Innate Realm is definitely not going to work, but he can activate the Dao Comprehension Function to upgrade them!
It's not impossible for him to create a secret technique specifically for breaking through to the Innate Realm based on this, not to mention that he also possesses these three famous and unique martial arts manuals.
Thinking of this, Wang Hao looked at the three secret manuals he had taken out from the second stone box.
" Northern Darkness Divine Technique! Lesser Formless Technique! Heavenly Mountain Plum-Folding Hands!"
That's right, the second stone box contained these three ultimate techniques of the Carefree Sect. It's clear that the Sword Demon likely rose to power based on these three techniques.
Furthermore, the characteristics of the Nine Swords of Dugu are similar to those of the Lesser Formless Technique and the Heavenly Mountain Plum-Folding Hands, suggesting that the Sword Demon may have created them based on these techniques.
"It's a pity that these three ultimate techniques are all only incomplete!"
After glancing at the three manuals, Wang Hao couldn't help but sigh.
These three unique skills of the Carefree Sect are not complete, but incomplete versions.
The Northern Darkness Divine Technique only contains the general principles of cultivating the Northern Darkness True Qi; it doesn't include any method for absorbing or utilizing the true qi and internal energy of others.
The Lesser Formless Technique is rather poor; the general principles for cultivating Formless True Qi are completely missing, leaving only methods for Simulation and transforming various types of True Qi.
Among them, the Heavenly Mountain Plum-Folding Hands is the most tragic, with only about 30% of the original text remaining. It was truly remarkable that the Sword Demon was able to use it as a foundation to create the Nine Swords of Dugu and even dominate an era.
However, these three divine skills will also allow him to more easily create secret methods to help others break through. If he was only 30% confident before, he now has at least an 80% chance of success.
With an 80% chance of success, it's worth a try!
" Young Master Zhu, what is the difference between a shortcut breakthrough and a normal breakthrough?"
The group discussed the matter privately using a secret method of Sound Transmission into the Ear. Finally, the old patriarch spoke up, inquiring about the differences within.
They were genuinely afraid that this method of breakthrough might leave some fatal hidden dangers. If so, it would be better to remain at the Half-step Innate realm!
At the same time, they weren't very familiar with this kid, and his identity was a huge problem. If he had any hidden tricks up his sleeve, they would be at his mercy.
Are you worried that I've secretly left a backup plan?
With a half-smile, Wang Hao glanced at everyone present. How could he not see through the old guys' thoughts?
However, he had anticipated this. After all, those who roam the world may not have the intention to harm others, but the intention to guard against others is essential.
He could understand that.
"Please forgive us, Young Master Zhu, but this favor is too great, forcing us to have some reservations."
The old clan leader wasn't embarrassed; he simply offered apologetic explanation, saying that everyone in the martial arts world knew the rules.
Wang Hao's kindness this time was indeed immense. Helping them break through was almost equivalent to placing that breakthrough secret method in front of them, which they could then deduce from it.
This is equivalent to giving them a secret method to directly break through to the Innate, which is much more reliable than their previous crude breakthrough by relying on the Sword Force on their ancestor's sword.
"You all think too highly of yourselves and this secret technique. To be honest, this kind of secret technique requires the cultivator to exhaust their potential to achieve a breakthrough. After the breakthrough, not only will you not gain much lifespan, but your cultivation level will also be unable to advance further."
Only those who have no way forward and whose hopes have been dashed will use this secret method to break through. In overseas martial arts circles, this thing is half given to outer disciples who have no future.
Wang Hao adopted a disdainful expression and continued his tireless charade, trying to fool these old guys into becoming completely disillusioned.
These words brought a slight sense of relief to the members of the Dugu Family, but at the same time, they felt extremely aggrieved and helpless.
They never expected that such a common secret technique from the overseas martial arts world would shock them so much, even categorizing it as having little potential.
They were once Half-step Innate experts, old monsters second only to the Innate Realm in the Central Plains martial arts world. How did they become like this?
"Don't be too happy yet. Although this kind of secret technique is nothing special in the overseas martial arts world, it is extremely precious in the Central Plains. In terms of practical value, it far surpasses the Sword Force left in your ancestors' swords."
Therefore, besides using the money to compensate for the loss of your ancestors' swords, I need you to do two other things.
His expression turned cold, Wang Hao said solemnly in a cold voice.
It's not enough to just fool these guys; we also need to get them to willingly come out and cooperate with our plan.
"Please, young master, advance!"
Wang Hao's attitude secretly relieved the old clan chief and the others. They were not afraid of him making demands openly, but they were afraid of him playing dirty tricks, which could be deadly.
It's much easier to handle things now that the conditions are clearly stated. At least they can first assess whether it's feasible before considering whether to accept it, which is much safer.
"I suppose you have already learned about part of my Heavenly Demon Sacred Cult's plans from Master's letter. If we want to cultivate a large number of strong people in the Central Plains martial arts world, we need to create an atmosphere and environment."
The highest level of martial arts practitioners in the world today is only Half-step Innate experts, and they are all suppressed by Confucian School and dare not show themselves. I need your Dugu Family to emerge and break this hypocritical limit, so that all martial artists in the world can recognize the existence of Xiantian Grandmaster.
In addition, I also invited several of the Tribulation Lords of the Ten Directions of my sect to visit the Five Mountains Sword Sect. The Mount Heng Sword Sect, Mount Hua Sword Sect, and Hengshan Mount Heng Sword Sect have already been visited. Next up are the Mount Tai Sword Sect and Mount Song Sword Sect.
At that time, it will be Ye Gucheng, the Sword Immortal and Lord of White Cloud City, and Ximen Chuixue, the Sword God, who will go there respectively. They will also leave their own legacy in the Central Plains martial arts world according to the orders of our sect leader, the Great Heavenly Demon. I need you to strive for this legacy. Even if you fail to obtain it, you must at least bring the person who obtains the legacy into your own camp.
"This..."
The old clan chief and the others looked at each other in disbelief, never expecting that Wang Hao had asked them to do something like this.
This matter can be difficult or easy, depending on how it's handled.
After much private discussion, the old clan chief finally spoke up, "I agree to both of Young Master Zhu's conditions. The first one is fine, but I cannot guarantee that I can fulfill the second one."
Waving his hand dismissively, Wang Hao casually said, "Just do your best. But even if you can't win them over, you absolutely cannot make them your enemies. It's best to make them owe you a favor, and if possible, offer them some help when they are weak."
By the way, I heard that Dugu Jian Sword Saint of Peerless City, has taken a liking to a young girl in Guanzhong as his successor. You should send a few people over to see if you can win her over, or better yet, become her protectors to help her grow."
In the end, Wang Hao suddenly remembered the little girl he had taken a liking to in the Guanzhong. He wondered if that little girl had actually comprehended the Holy Spirit Swordsmanship from that sword mark.
Looking back now, I realize that my actions were too hasty. I didn't leave that girl enough means to protect herself, and it would have been bad if she had been targeted by someone.
"This matter is simple. After we break through, we will leave the mountain and serve as protectors for those inheritors for a few years."
This time, the old clan chief agreed without hesitation.
After all, this is not a difficult task. Once all thirteen of them advance to the Innate Realm, even the Confucian School will have to think twice before making a move.
It should be understood that although Confucian School is powerful, it is internally fragmented and difficult to unite. It is impossible for them to gather too many Xiantian Grandmaster to act at once.
Most importantly, according to their estimates, the eight Xiantian Grandmaster of the Confucian School probably don't have much time left to live, and they would never easily take action unless absolutely necessary.
After all, once you break through to the Xiantian Grandmaster, fighting will consume your own lifespan, which is equivalent to fighting with your life on the line. No one would be willing to waste their life like that!
"Brother... no, Young Master Zhu, do you think I am qualified to become the successor of those two?"
At this moment, Dugu Qingshan had been silent until now, spoke up eagerly, clearly wanting to try and obtain the inheritance of the Sword Immortal and the Sword God.