"Xinxin Old Ancestor" trembled all over, thoroughly terrified.
He spilled all the secrets of "Tianxin Holy Land" and "Tianxing Holy Land" like "pouring beans from a bamboo tube."
"Tianxing Holy Land" and "Tianxin Holy Land" were two halves of the same whole.
They were founded by the most exceptionally talented disciples of "Xingxin Holy Ancestor"... his eldest and second disciples, respectively.
"Xingxin Holy Ancestor" possessed heaven-defying aptitude and was overwhelmingly powerful.
He cultivated all the way to the "Mahayana Realm" and successfully completed his "ascension," happily departing for the "Immortal Realm" to enjoy himself.
Although "Xingxin Holy Ancestor" ascended, he left behind many good things: cultivation techniques, divine abilities, elixirs, talismans... and even two "special treasures." The value of these two "special treasures" was no less than that of "Houtian Spirit Treasures."
All these treasures were inherited by his two beloved disciples.
The eldest and second disciples were clever. After discussing it, they decided not to put all their eggs in one basket, lest they "lose everything."
Thus, they each founded "Tianxin Holy Land" and "Tianxing Holy Land."
On the surface, the two holy lands had no connection.
In reality, they had always been "one family."
Even the two "Houtian Spirit Treasures" that suppressed the destiny of the two great holy lands were forged simultaneously.
The two great disciples of "Xingxin Holy Ancestor" refined the two "special treasures" he left behind into "pseudo-Houtian Spirit Treasures."
What is a "pseudo-Houtian Spirit Treasure"?
Uh, simply put, these two "Houtian Spirit Treasures" were actually fake. They could emit the "aura of a Houtian Spirit Treasure" but lacked the true "divine power of a spirit treasure."
These "pseudo-Houtian Spirit Treasures" were impossible to use in combat; they served to boost prestige, to awe the audience, and, ahem... to "suppress destiny," which they did well.
This was precisely why, even though "Xinxin Old Ancestor's" right arm was blown off and he was brutally beaten, he still didn't produce a "Houtian Spirit Treasure" to fight back.
It wasn't that he didn't want to, but rather... the "pseudo-Houtian Spirit Treasures" had absolutely no combat power.
Alas!
It was a tale of tears and hardship!
Hao Ren, however, was nonchalant.
Heh, with a name like "Yang Guo," losing an arm was "natural and right"!
But, you don't need to be too sad. What if you still have a chance to meet your own "Auntie Xiaolongnu"?
Bah, "Xiaolongnu" belongs to "this senior." Don't even think about stealing her...
All sorts of random thoughts flashed through Hao Ren's mind.
At this moment, "Fang Que Old Ancestor," who was also captivated by the secrets of "Xinxin Old Ancestor," stopped his "extreme tug-of-war" with Zhen Buxu and leaned in to say:
"Oh, no wonder you were so reluctant to bring out the Dragon Slaying Saber, so that's the reason!"
Dragon Slaying Saber?
That's right. The "pseudo-Houtian Spirit Treasure" of "Tianxin Holy Land" was named the "Dragon Slaying Saber."
An incredibly domineering name!
The "pseudo-Houtian Spirit Treasure" of "Tianxing Holy Land" also had a super domineering name: the "Heavenly Oracle Divine Sword."
"The supreme of the martial world, the precious saber that slays dragons, commands all under heaven, none dare disobey. If the Heavenly Oracle does not appear, who can contend?"
Amazing! Amazing!
It seemed that the eldest and second disciples of "Xingxin Holy Ancestor" were ambitious individuals who aimed for the world!
Unfortunately, their descendants were not as promising.
Among the Five Great Holy Lands,
"Tianxing Holy Land" ranked second to last.
"Tianxin Holy Land" ranked last.
They were the "tail-enders."
It seemed that "pseudo-Houtian Spirit Treasures" were truly ineffective; they couldn't suppress destiny!
Hao Ren didn't care about these matters. He was extremely interested in the "Dragon Slaying Saber" because...
A sharp glint flashed in Hao Ren's eyes, and he spoke to "Xinxin Old Ancestor":
"Take out the Dragon Slaying Saber and let me see it!"
"Xinxin Old Ancestor" dared not delay. He quickly opened his storage bag, took out the "Dragon Slaying Saber," and respectfully presented it to Hao Ren with both hands.
Now, in "Xinxin Old Ancestor's" heart, Hao Ren was a "god-like" existence.
Hao Ren even knew the highest secret that "Tianxin Holy Land" and "Tianxing Holy Land" were one entity. If he wasn't a "god," then what was he?
"Xinxin Old Ancestor" was utterly obedient to Hao Ren's every request!
Let alone Hao Ren merely wanting to see the "Dragon Slaying Saber." Even if he wanted to take the "Dragon Slaying Saber" away, that would... uh, no!
Taking it away was definitely not an option!
Although the "Dragon Slaying Saber" was a "pseudo-Houtian Spirit Treasure" with no combat power, it was an item of inheritance passed down through generations of "Tianxin Holy Land."
This item held immense significance and could absolutely not be lost!
"Xinxin Old Ancestor" watched Hao Ren nervously, fearing that Hao Ren might "lose his composure" and forcibly seize the "Dragon Slaying Saber."
If that happened, "Xinxin Old Ancestor" would have no way to explain himself to the past masters of "Tianxin Holy Land"!
Hao Ren seemed oblivious to "Xinxin Old Ancestor's" worries. He examined the "Dragon Slaying Saber" with great interest, even waving it a couple of times.
Each time he waved it, whether "intentionally" or "deliberately," he brought the "Dragon Slaying Saber" closer to the "top-grade spiritual spring eye."
A "nondescript beast skin" soaking in the "top-grade spiritual spring eye" seemed to sense something, trembling slightly, with faint golden light appearing.
Hao Ren had a clear understanding. He nodded with satisfaction and said to the nervously trembling "Xinxin Old Ancestor":
"Don't worry, I won't steal your Dragon Slaying Saber..."
Hoo!
Upon hearing this, "Xinxin Old Ancestor" let out a long sigh of relief.
"That's great!"
As long as the senior didn't covet the "Dragon Slaying Saber," everything was negotiable.
This way, he could also account for himself to the past masters of "Tianxin Holy Land."
At the same time, a sense of shame welled up in "Xinxin Old Ancestor's" heart.
"Alas, it was so wrong of me!"
"How could I have misunderstood the senior like this?"
"A 'divine being' like the senior, unparalleled in history, peerless in the future, wise and mighty, noble and upright... how could the senior covet a mere 'pseudo-Houtian Spirit Treasure'!"
"Senior, I was wrong, I am sorry!"
...
While "Xinxin Old Ancestor" was deeply regretting his thoughts, a devilish voice from "a certain senior" suddenly reached his ears.
"I won't steal your Dragon Slaying Saber... I'll buy it!"
Cough, cough, cough!
"Xinxin Old Ancestor" almost choked to death on his own saliva!
So, after all that, the senior still coveted the "Dragon Slaying Saber" and wanted to possess it!
Buy it with money?
Don't be ridiculous!
Although the "Dragon Slaying Saber" was merely a "pseudo-Houtian Spirit Treasure," its inheritance value was by no means measurable by spirit stones!
Even ten billion, a hundred billion... couldn't buy the "Dragon Slaying Saber"!
"Xinxin Old Ancestor" felt a pang of bitterness in his heart. He despairingly raised his head and looked at Hao Ren pleadingly.
"Senior..."
He hoped Hao Ren would show mercy and spare the "Dragon Slaying Saber."
At this moment, Hao Ren's voice sounded again.
"I am known for being fair in business! I will buy your Dragon Slaying Saber with three Qing Yuan Immortal Swords!"
"Xinxin Old Ancestor"
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"Deal!"