Cursed Sword Asura

Long Chen leaned in, his eyes fixed on Flux Fire, a mix of astonishment and intrigue filling him. The words had echoed in his mind, "Accepted by chaos." It was a concept that had intrigued him since he first heard it. He couldn't help but inquire further.

"Accepted by chaos? What does that mean, exactly?" Long Chen's curiosity had grown stronger with each passing moment.

Flux Fire, the mythical beast of chaos, regarded Long Chen with an air of superiority. "It means that you have been chosen by the chaotic forces of the universe," he explained cryptically. "This is a rare and significant occurrence. It signifies that you are now a vessel for the power of chaos itself, which is why you were able to cultivate pure chaos qi. It's a tremendous opportunity, but it also comes with great responsibility."

Long Chen raised an eyebrow, skepticism creeping into his voice. "Wait, you are a mythical beast of chaos. How can that small amount of chaos qi mean anything to you? It only advances a few levels; surely it will be too low to have any impact on you."

"Uhm... Hmmm," Flux Fire stuttered. How could he bring himself to explain that he is only slightly more powerful than Long Chen based on cultivation level?

He lied to Long Chen to keep his dignity and reputation as the great fire spirit. But now, as he would be removed from his body, so was his cultivation level. Now he has to start cultivating from the start.

But now, he just exposes that his cultivation base was increased by that little amount of chaos qi.

"Long Chen, you underestimate the complexity of chaos. The impact of chaos qi is not solely determined by its quantity but also by its resonance with one's inner essence. I have been locked for thousands of years devoid of chaos qi. Now the chaos qi I absorb is of great quality; surely it will leave an impact on my cultivation base," Flux Fire said.

"Are you sure?" Long Chen asked.

"Yes... One hundred percent truth," Flux Fire quickly replied.

Long Chen, though not entirely convinced, decided not to press the matter further.

Flux Fire wiped his imaginary sweat as he let out a sigh. "That was close."

"It's time to get a sword for my cultivation," Long Chen said as he went to bathe.

The intense cultivation left heavy sweat on him.

After some minutes, Long Chen is dressed in a blue long robe which brings out his charm.

This time, he made adequate caution; he packed his long silver hair to avoid recognition from any source.

He wears his usual black cloak and quietly leaves the compound. And as usual, the guards did not intend to escort him.

Long Chen made his way to the bustling market square. The sun bathed the city in a warm, golden glow, and the air was filled with the aroma of street food and the lively chatter of merchants haggling with customers.

The market was a feast for the senses, with stalls selling an array of goods, from exotic spices and rare herbs to colorful fabrics and intricate jewelry. Chen navigated through the crowd, searching for stalls selling weapons.

Finally, he spotted a weapon stall, its sign adorned with the image of a crossed sword and hammer.

Long Chen accepted the Sunfire Saber with a sense of satisfaction. The weapon felt balanced and comfortable in his grip.

On the stall, a big plaque with a bold name was placed, "The Ascendant Arsenal." Long Chen muttered as he entered.

This multi-level store was famous not only for its vast collection of weapons but also for its unique system of grading and categorizing them on different floors based on their power and rarity.

As Long Chen entered the grand establishment, he was greeted by the sight of gleaming swords, intricate staffs, and exotic weapons lining the walls of the ground floor. A massive chandelier hung from the ceiling, casting a warm and inviting glow on the patrons exploring the array of weaponry.

An attendant approached Long Chen, sensing his purpose. "Greetings, sir. How can we assist you today?"

"I seek a weapon suitable for a cultivator," Long Chen replied.

The attendant nodded, leading him towards a grand staircase at the center of the store. "If you're looking for weapons that enhance your cultivation, you'll want to explore our higher floors."

Together, they ascended the staircase, passing by various levels, each dedicated to a different tier of weaponry. Long Chen marveled at the craftsmanship as he climbed higher, with weapons becoming increasingly ornate and potent.

Finally, they reached the third floor, known as the "Cultivator's Haven." This level was bathed in natural light filtering through stained glass windows, creating a mesmerizing play of colors on the exquisite weapons on display.

The attendant gestured to a unique sword, its blade curved gracefully, and the hilt adorned with precious gems. "This is the Radiant Serpent Blade," he explained. "It's on this floor because of its exceptional synergy with cultivators. It's said to enhance one's connection to their inner energy."

Long Chen examined the Radiant Serpent Blade, feeling the hum of energy resonating with his own. He knew this was a great weapon, but it did not match his personality.

It is a serpent-like shape, which means it has a high level of unpredictable attack. But it also contains a sinister aura of dirty tricks.

Long Chen looked at the rows of swords of different colors and grades but did not catch his attention.

He strolled deep into the rows of swords neatly arranged and placed in a glass box with their name and price tags on it.

Long Chen continued as the attendee followed closely behind him.

Long Chen came with a black sword that gives out unique and powerful vibes. He was immediately attracted to it.

"Cursed Sword Asura," Long Chen read out the name of the sword.

Other swords beside it were dimmed, as if they were too afraid of the mysterious vibes emitted by the sword.

The sword is black with sharp edges and a dragon-shaped handle.