Weapons are also a part of a martial artist's strength.
Weapon crafting has been an indispensable part of every era, and a powerful sword can enable a martial artist to easily fight against opponents of higher levels!
The current top ten on the leaderboard are all from powerful families, and each of them possesses a pseudo-divine weapon.
While pseudo-divine weapons are not as powerful as divine weapons, they still significantly boost combat strength.
It is divided into three grades: inferior, medium, and superior.
It is comparable to a martial arts master.
These weapons are far superior to those of the spirit weapon level.
In his previous battle with Chu Tongshen, he suffered a lot of losses due to his weapon; even the Inviting Moon Blade was damaged in the initial clash.
Thinking of this, Li Ming said in a deep voice:
"Please enlighten me, senior."
"Have you heard of Kunwu Manor in Yunzhou?"
"I think I've heard of it..."
Li Ming frowned.
Kunwu Manor was once a first-rate power in Yunzhou, and because of its expertise in forging various weapons, even top powers respected it greatly.
However, in recent decades, it seems to have declined and gradually lost its prestige in the martial arts world.
However, the area is rich in Kunwu ore, and its ordinary weapons are still praised.
Li Ming had previously seen many people in Qing Shi City wearing weapons produced by Kunwu Manor.
"I remember that this place is famous for its Kunwu stone. There was once a master blacksmith who even forged a pseudo-divine weapon, the Kunwu Divine Sword..."
After listening, Sun Hai patiently explained.
"Hundreds of years ago, Kunwu Manor forged a top-grade pseudo-divine weapon, which made it famous far and wide. However, it has not forged a pseudo-divine weapon for a hundred years... What a pity."
Sun Hai shook his head.
Why is that?
"The previous generation of Kunwu Manor was attacked by demons, and it was even related to some powerful demons."
The current owner of the manor and almost all of its high-ranking members were killed in action.
If it weren't for the intervention of the top-tier Tai Xuan Sword Sect, it would probably have been divided up long ago.
"Oh? The Tai Xuan Sword Sect..."
Li Ming seemed to be deep in thought.
The Kunwu Sword was said to have been forged for a master of the Tai Xuan Sword Sect, so it seems that this sentiment was behind it.
The Tai Xuan Sword Sect is a renowned top-tier power in the Great Xuan Dynasty. Its current sect leader ranks third on the Heavenly Ranking, which demonstrates its strength.
And the sect leaders of each generation were all supreme martial saints who ranked in the top ten of the Heavenly Ranking.
"Does Senior Sun mean... that another divine weapon has appeared in Kunwu Manor?"
Li Ming cut to the chase and asked the question.
"Indeed, according to our Tianji Pavilion's intelligence, there is an extraordinary person in this manor who spent twenty years forging a treasured sword called the Kunwu Divine Sword."
"A month from now, Kunwu Manor will hold a Divine Weapon Conference to select a master for this weapon."
"However... there will definitely be many experts who will flock there, I don't know if you'll be able to snag one."
Sun Hai smiled, but he still thought highly of Li Ming.
He didn't know much about the specifics of the Kunwu Divine Blade.
It should only be a low-grade pseudo-divine weapon, so it won't cause too much of a stir.
The invitations to this conference were limited to those who did not exceed the level of a Martial Saint, so Sun Hai thought Li Ming might be worth a try.
The Heavenly Secrets Pavilion is well aware of the inside story behind this Divine Weapon Conference.
Sun Hai then began to tell Li Ming the story.
Since the Kunwu Manor's abrupt decline, it has been able to survive by crafting ordinary magical artifacts, and the prestige of the manor lord's lineage has plummeted.
The lineage of the manor lord belongs to the Fan clan, whose ancestors were once glorious.
Having forged high-grade semi-divine weapons before, and even rumored to have participated in the forging of divine weapons, the Fan family has finally managed to forge a low-grade semi-divine weapon.
Naturally, he wanted to give this divine weapon to a powerful master, preferably a prodigy from a great power, to help the Fan family manage Kunwu Manor.
After listening, Li Ming nodded and sighed:
"This Kunwu Manor is still quite clear-headed."
Such weapons, if sold, would only bring some money, which might bring temporary wealth, but would be of little use.
Keeping it would only bring trouble; without sufficient strength, it would inevitably attract unwanted attention.
Why not give it to them and forge a bond of friendship?
Organizing a grand gathering of divine weapons is also to prevent these forces from turning their backs on us.
"Indeed... Moreover, Kunwu Manor would be more than happy to have a prodigy like you attend such a grand event."
Sun Hai's words were not meant to flatter Li Ming.
But that is the truth. Li Ming is quite popular now. He has a great reputation not only in Cangzhou, but also among the martial artists in the neighboring Yunzhou.
With the imperial court at his back, Li Ming was an even greater asset for Kunwu Manor.
"Looking at it this way, I'd be doing myself a disservice if I didn't go."
Li Ming spoke frankly.
Only with a suitable and good knife can his swordsmanship be put to good use.
Seeing that Sun Hai was easy to talk to, Li Ming took the opportunity to ask about information regarding the Taihang Mountains.
The Martial Saint's Legacy and the Divine Weapon Tournament can both be held together in Yunzhou.
He had originally planned to go to the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion or the Six Doors to find information about this place, and since the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion was looking for him, he decided to ask them both at the same time.
On Sun Hai's side, after listening to Li Ming's half-truthful explanation, he nodded and then mobilized the Tianji Pavilion's personnel to investigate information about the Taihang Mountains.
Before long, a disciple of the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion delivered a series of intelligence reports, which contained information about the Taihang Mountains.
Li Ming took the intelligence report and read it carefully from beginning to end.
I have a general understanding of it.
The Taihang Mountains are a major mountain range in Yunzhou, stretching for thousands of miles.
A Zen master once attained enlightenment here and subsequently established Lingxuan Temple.
In Da Xuan, the Buddhist sect's influence is not top-tier, and Lingxuan Temple may not be the most famous, but it is extremely well-known within the Buddhist community.
Within Lingxuan Temple, there are nine secret techniques and eighteen unique skills, all passed down by that master.
Even in the Yun Kingdom, where Buddhism was at its peak, people were frequently sent to discuss Buddhism and seek scriptures.
These are the most basic pieces of information.
The key point is that, according to legend, a peerless expert once left behind a secret realm of inheritance in this place, waiting for a destined person.
There were such rumors in the area, but many people who went there didn't find anything, and over time, no one believed them anymore.
However, the information from Tianji Pavilion was still accurate.
There are reliable sources indicating that Lingxuan Temple has mastered the method to open the secret realm, and even invites other forces to go there every year.
"Everyone knows that the legacy of a peerless expert is located here?"
Li Ming muttered to himself.
The Inheritance Realm is different from other realms; it's more like the final resting place of a powerful being.
Similar to the Heavenly Stele Secret Realm, it contains the founder's test.
This seems to have no connection to the Chu family's traditions...
According to the information from the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion, this seems to be a legacy left by a Buddhist master. What is the relationship between this and the Chu family?
Could this powerful Buddhist figure be a member of the Chu family who has become a monk?
"Could it be that young friend wishes to obtain the inheritance of this powerful figure?"
Sun Hai looked at Li Ming with a puzzled expression.
This place of lineage is a Buddhist lineage. Is Li Ming trying to draw parallels from this?
Although martial arts paths may lead to the same goal, it seems that Li Ming is not at that point yet.
"Hmm... I was originally planning to go to Kunwu Manor, but since that's the case, perhaps we can go and take a look here."
Li Ming pondered for a moment.
He naturally wouldn't tell anyone about the bronze cauldron.
Perhaps there are other secrets within the secret realm.
Perhaps one of the powerful members of the Chu family visited this secret realm many years ago and opened a back door specifically for the Chu family?
"Very well... who knows, with your great fortune and talent, young friend Li might actually gain something from it."
Sun Hai laughed heartily, but a suspicion secretly arose in his heart.
Thinking about it, he would definitely have someone keep a close eye on things in Yunzhou. He was also a little curious about what other trouble Li Ming might cause.
For some reason, he had a feeling that Li Ming's departure would likely cause a sensation in Yunzhou once again.
After finishing their spiritual tea, the two parted ways.
Li Ming repeatedly thanked Sun Hai for his generosity before leaving Tianji Pavilion.
Arriving at the Six Doors, they were just about to say goodbye to Lu Tian.
However, Li Ming was greatly surprised when he saw the person next to Lu Tian.
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