The Shattered Pattern Ancient Sword returned to the hands of the ugly elder, part of its shattered pattern had disappeared, becoming extremely smooth, while another part of the blade still bore the shattered pattern.
With a sigh, the ugly elder assessed the Shattered Pattern Ancient Sword, concluding that it could likely only endure two or three more uses before it would be thoroughly damaged.
Ordinary swords with more cracks indicate a blade on the verge of collapse, but this sword was different; the more shattered the pattern, the more intact the sword. If the pattern decreased, it meant the sword's lifespan was dwindling.
Since acquiring the sword in his younger years, the ugly elder had hesitated to unleash its true power, fearing it would wear out too quickly.
Now, faced with the formidable challenge of the Three Heroes of Tao Sky, the ugly elder could not secure a swift victory, and was compelled to deploy his true skills.