Chapter 264: Seven Kills!

Chapter 264: Seven Kills!

The three elders of Heaven Dou Royal Academy were preparing to give out rewards, but Tiankong had no idea about it.

At this moment, he was actually cultivating—a rare occurrence for him—as he prepared for the condensation of his second soul core.

Once he had his second soul core, he could start slacking off again. The soul core would cultivate on its own.

Of course, cultivation required a gradual process. During the day, he would still be active around Heaven Dou City and elsewhere.

As for Heaven Dou Royal Academy, he hadn't bothered returning. Studying?

Who in that academy was even qualified to teach him?

If it weren't for his promise to Qian Renxue to humiliate Bibi Dong, he wouldn't have stepped into that academy at all.

Speaking of Qian Renxue, she had been extremely busy since returning to Heaven Dou City. Not only did she have to deal with unresolved matters, but she also needed to consolidate power. At this point, more than half of the Royal Knights were already under her control.

The Royal Knights were the most powerful military force within the Heaven Dou Empire—without exception!

As long as she could take full control of the Royal Knights, her grand ambitions could be realized even faster.

Since her return, Qian Renxue had been completely occupied, leaving her with no time to meet with Tiankong.

Of course, the future was long, so there was no rush.

Meanwhile, Ye Lingling had returned to the Ye family to oversee their relocation.

The Ye family was neither too large nor too small, but there were still many affairs to handle.

The family was not composed of just two people. There were many members who had not awakened the Nine-Hearted Begonia Martial Soul.

The Nine-Hearted Begonia Martial Soul could only ever exist in two individuals at the same time across the entire continent.

In other words, whenever a new person awakened this martial soul, one of the previous two holders would die.

This was the curse of the Nine-Hearted Begonia.

For those who had not awakened it, however, there was no issue.

At that moment, Tiankong was surprised to see Chenxin and Ning Fengzhi visiting him.

"Uncle Ning, Senior Chenxin, what brings you two here?"

Tiankong was puzzled. These two usually wouldn't come unless something important was happening.

Hearing this, Ning Fengzhi remained calm, but Chenxin looked a bit embarrassed.

After all, what he was about to do had likely never happened before in history.

"Uh…"

"Tiankong, Sword Uncle has something to discuss with you. I just came along to watch."

Ning Fengzhi's gaze flickered slightly as he spoke.

He knew exactly why Chenxin had come, and because of that, even though he himself didn't find it too surprising, it still felt a little awkward.

"Oh? I wonder what Senior Chenxin needs from me?"

Chenxin wanted to see him?

Tiankong was even more confused now.

He and Chenxin hadn't had much interaction before. What could this old senior want from him?

"Tiankong, there's no need for formalities. I'm not worthy of being called 'senior.' I won't beat around the bush—I'm here to ask for guidance!"

Chenxin sighed before finally speaking.

Since he had come seeking advice, there was no need to posture as a senior.

Besides, even if he and Ning Fengzhi joined forces, would they be a match for Tiankong now?

Clearly, they wouldn't.

There was no need to even think about it.

Hearing this, Tiankong was taken aback.

Chenxin was asking him for guidance?

He blinked in surprise.

Seeing the firm look on Chenxin's face, Tiankong realized he wasn't joking.

"What would you like to ask, Senior?"

Tiankong asked, still somewhat confused. Then, as if realizing something, he continued, "Senior, Uncle Ning, please sit. We can talk while seated."

It was early morning, and he hadn't fully reacted to the situation yet. These two had been standing all this time.

Once the three of them were seated, Chenxin finally spoke.

"Tiankong, your comprehension of Martial Soul intent has reached a level I can't even begin to fathom. I know this might seem abrupt, but I'd still like to ask—how can I enhance my understanding of the Seven Kill Sword's intent?"

Chenxin had planned to ask this question much earlier, but he had been occupied with the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament. Now that the competition was over, he finally had time.

He could never forget the strike Tiankong had used to slay Tang Hao. That strike had reached the pinnacle of intent, an absolute perfection!

Chenxin's words made Tiankong suddenly realize something, and he let out a helpless bitter smile.

His comprehension of intent? It was nothing. Compared to his shadow-wife's Mugetsu slash, he had merely scratched the surface.

And that was all thanks to getting beaten up by the Thunder General wife.

Yes, truly beaten up.

"Senior, when it comes to martial intent, I've only just begun to grasp it. You overestimate me."

"Rather than teaching, how about we exchange insights?"

Chenxin felt like he was on a roller coaster, his emotions rising and falling.

But at least Tiankong hadn't outright refused.

"Senior, how about we have a match first? Practical experience brings true understanding."

Hearing this, Chenxin pondered for a moment before shaking his head.

He had no intention of letting his Seven Kill Sword get snapped in half!

Seeing Chenxin refuse, Tiankong was stunned—completely stunned.

A swordsman should advance fearlessly, cutting down all in their path.

What kind of swordsman was one who hesitated like this?

If Chenxin carried such a burden in his heart, his swordsmanship would never reach perfection.

"Tiankong, our martial souls are too different in quality. If they clash, I'm afraid my Seven Kill Sword won't survive!"

Chenxin let out a helpless smile.

He had personally witnessed Tiankong split Tang Hao's Clear Sky Hammer in two. If even the Clear Sky Hammer couldn't withstand it, then the Seven Kill Sword stood no chance.

Hearing Chenxin's reasoning, Tiankong suddenly understood.

That made sense—Chenxin's concern was logical. But ultimately, it was still a limiting mindset.

Suddenly, Tiankong's eyes gleamed with sharp light.

If he remembered correctly, Chenxin's martial soul was called the Seven Kill Sword.

Then—did Chenxin truly understand what Seven Kill meant?

"Heaven gives birth to all things for mankind, yet mankind gives nothing back to the heavens—kill, kill, kill, kill, kill, kill, kill! This is Seven Kill!"

"If Senior can comprehend the meaning of Seven Kill and transform into a true God of Slaughter, then your martial intent will be complete!"

Hearing this, Chenxin fell into deep thought, murmuring, "Heaven gives birth to all things for mankind..."

The moment he joined the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, his sword had become one of protection.

But this directly contradicted the essence of the Seven Kill Sword.

In this world, all things could be killed!

Yet, he had become a sword of protection.

This was precisely why Chenxin's achievements paled in comparison to his father's and grandfather's.

Was Chenxin weak in the way of the sword?

No, he was immensely powerful!

But he had walked the wrong path.

Of course, a protective sword was still a sword—there was no absolute right or wrong, and all paths led to the same ultimate truth.

However, it did not align with his martial soul.

A martial soul was destined by nature. To wield a sword steeped in the heaviest killing intent, yet dedicate it to protection…

"Heaven gives birth to all things to nourish mankind, yet mankind still resents the heavens for being merciless..."

...

"The disloyal deserve to be slain. The unfilial deserve to be slain..."

...

"Heaven gives birth to all things to nourish mankind, yet mankind offers not a single virtue in return to the heavens."

Unknowingly, Tiankong had activated his God of Slaughter (Asura) domain, allowing Chenxin to experience it firsthand.

"Kill! Kill! Kill! Kill! Kill! Kill! Kill!"

(End of Chapter)

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