King of Assassins-Chapter 856 - 621: Boss

The twenty-eight Foundation Establishment Examiners, although with little strength left, had no problem dealing with the remaining hundred or so Evil Ghosts.

Everyone understood that resolving these Evil Ghosts would end the battle. It's unlikely that more Evil Ghosts would appear.

So, at this point, the many Examiners no longer held back their strength.

The Evil Ghosts were formidable, but their raw power was akin to wild beasts. Purely in terms of Power, Foundation Establishment experts weren't much stronger than Evil Ghosts. However, the combat skills and Magical Artifacts mastered by Foundation Establishment experts were far superior to those of Evil Ghosts.

It's like humans can't beat wild beasts in hand-to-hand combat, but driving a tank against wild beasts, they would never lose. The disparity in combat levels was too great.

With all Examiners unleashing their strength, the remaining hundred or so Evil Ghosts were quickly dealt with.

All Trial Warriors completely relaxed, with most collapsing on the spot, and some even fainting directly.

After several hours of bloody battle, all Trial Warriors were under immense pressure. All their potential had been released.

The suddenly relaxed tension caused many to be unable to hold on.

Only a few Trial Warriors managed to barely remain standing. The matter wasn't over yet; there was still the need to clean up the battlefield and rescue the injured.

After the bloody battle, more than half of the over two thousand Trial Warriors died, leaving less than a thousand remaining.

The Trial Warriors weren't Evil Ghosts, but their corpses were devoured by the Evil Ghosts, leaving their bodies decayed beyond recognition.

Gao Xuan was about to follow in cleaning up the battlefield but was stopped by Yuan Ping. Yuan Ping admired Gao Xuan and reminded him, "You've been continuously controlling the Flying Sword. Your Divine Soul must have been tainted by the Evil Ghost's aura. Having absorbed many Moon Spirit Pearls, you should immediately cleanse your Divine Soul now."

"Thank you for the advice, Master."

Gao Xuan wasn't very familiar with Yuan Youyuan, and even less with this Yuan Ping.

The other party gave him friendly guidance, so he naturally had to be a bit courteous.

Yuan Ping said, "Your Flying Sword and the Moon Spirit Pearls are quite compatible. Once this special energy is triggered, it will quickly dissipate if not converted. Cleansing your Divine Soul can also simultaneously refine your Flying Sword."

She seemed to be in a talkative mood, speaking at length, "The Divine Emperor once authored the 'Sword Scripture,' classifying Flying Swords into nine grades. In fact, all Magical Artifacts can be categorized according to this grading.

"Your Flying Sword was originally just the lowest Ninth-Grade Flying Sword. Ninth Grade, characterized as the 'Intent Movement,' is about connecting through Divine Intent, moving the sword with your thoughts.

"The rune seeds of Ninth-Grade Flying Swords are simple, with no changes, focusing only on speed and sharpness. Through refining, fully mastering the Flying Sword's rune seeds involves illuminating the Sword Artifact inside and out, and simultaneously, with the Flying Sword illuminating one's Divine Soul, reaching the Eighth Grade: Illumination.

"I see you and this sword are exceptionally compatible, seemingly already near the Eighth Grade level. This time, absorbing multiple Moon Spirit Pearls gives you a great chance to reach the Seventh Grade level.

"The Seventh Grade is called 'Condensing Light.' At this stage, the Flying Sword can transform from solid to virtual, turning into Sword Light that's stored in the Sea of Consciousness. The key at this stage is to use rune seeds to decompose the Sword Artifact..."

Yuan Ping explained very detailedly, not only with corresponding theory but also with various practical steps and precautions.

Finally, Yuan Ping solemnly said, "Reaching the Seventh Grade, the Flying Sword gains the ability to shift between reality and virtual state, truly worthy of being described as profound and mysterious."

Gao Xuan nodded, understanding. This kind of knowledge, while not considered deep, was not readily transmitted. It was only because he had rendered great merit this time that Yuan Ping made a special trip to guide him.

After Yuan Ping's explanations, Gao Xuan felt that this level division made more sense and made it easier to understand the cultivation system.

At the same time, it also pointed Gao Xuan in the direction of progress.

Amusingly, the 'Sword Scripture' was also written by the Divine Emperor, of which he, as the Divine Emperor, knew nothing.

This matter was actually quite strange. Writing books and establishing legends is an honor known through the ages.

Those qualified to author books, why not use their own name, instead using the name of the Divine Emperor?

Is this to absorb faith?

Gao Xuan felt that there was something fishy here, but given his current low level, he didn't need to investigate.

Yuan Ping's content wasn't deep, but for Gao Xuan to understand on his own would take time. With Yuan Ping's explanation, Gao Xuan suddenly understood.

Given his accumulation of the Divine Soul, these low-tier cultivation techniques were genuinely comprehended at a hearing and mastered upon learning.

Since he had already stolen the spotlight, now was the perfect time to keep a low profile and refine the sword.

Yuan Ping was right; the pure energy of the Moon Spirit Pearls was easy to dissipate. Making the most of this period to quickly convert and absorb the energy of the Moon Spirit Pearls was indeed reasonable.

Gao Xuan's consciousness sank into the Sea of Consciousness, connecting his Divine Soul to the Taiyin Sword's Taiyin Rune Seed.

This time, the Taiyin Sword absorbed a total of twenty-seven Moon Spirit Pearls, with one-third of the power consumed in Sword Control.

Another small part of the remaining two-thirds of the Moon Spirit Pearl energy also dissipated.

Even so, for the Taiyin Sword, the energy of these Moon Spirit Pearls was still too abundant.

Gao Xuan guided the layers of the Taiyin Rune Seed to unfold, systematically converting the Moon Spirit Pearl energy.

He didn't have higher-tier Sword Seals, nor a deep understanding of Taiyin Source Power.

However, through the recent battle with Evil Ghosts, Gao Xuan also witnessed the Power of Evil Ghosts.

Though the Evil Ghosts acted on instinct, the Blood Moon Law driving them was extremely profound.

After all, it was a manifestation of the Divine Law projection by the Evil God's Divine, a Divine Level Power.

The so-called Taiyin, in Huaxia culture, actually refers to the Moon.

The Moon is merely a satellite of the mother planet.

The Alliance has already occupied most of the Milky Way Galaxy; each planet has its own satellites and its own moon.

So, in the modern cultivation system, the so-called Taiyin refers to certain deep and gentle Source Power energies.

The vague concept of Taiyin transforms into very specific cultivation rune seeds.

The Taiyin Rune in the Taiyin Sword represents the lowest tier of negative Source Power energy. The Source Power energy is relatively simple.

Normally, there's virtually no potential for upward movement.

With these Moon Spirit Pearls, it wouldn't be difficult for Gao Xuan to exchange them for a suitable Seventh-Grade Flying Sword.

However, since the Moon Spirit Pearls had already been consumed, they could only be used for refining the Taiyin Sword as much as possible.

Gao Xuan thought of the Blood Moon like a knife, extremely fierce. This was naturally an evil technique, but it was also an advanced application of energy.

Borrowing the sword intent of Blood Moon as a blade, Gao Xuan visualizes the new moon as a blade, the full moon as round, with profound mysteries in the changes between fullness and waning.

Gao Xuan's divine soul is pure and powerful, visualizing high-tier sword intent as if it's tangible, the sword intent combined with the Taiyin Rune Seed, guiding the natural transformation of the Taiyin Rune Seed.

Of course, the main driver of this transformation is the energy infusion from the Moon Spirit Pearl.

The Rune Seed naturally grows with the energy infusion from the Moon Spirit Pearl. Gao Xuan visualizes sword intent to shape and guide the Taiyin Rune Seed into the desired state. 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎

The foundation of this process is the Moon Spirit Pearl, but the core is Gao Xuan's visualized sword intent.

Without the Moon Spirit Pearl, the Rune Seed wouldn't evolve and grow. Without Gao Xuan's visualized sword intent, the transformation of the Rune Seed would be unpredictable.

This process is quite complex and requires gradual progression.

After an indefinite time, the Rune Seed of the Taiyin Sword finally matured and evolved into another form.

At this stage, the Taiyin Sword can freely shift between reality and illusion and can even condense into light stored in Gao Xuan's consciousness.

According to Yuan Ping, this level of Taiyin Sword is the seventh-grade Condensing Light.

Now that the Taiyin Rune Seed has undergone a thorough transformation, calling it the Taiyin Sword is no longer appropriate.

In fact, the name Taiyin is too broad and of too high a level. Using it for a low-tier flying sword seems somewhat amusing.

Gao Xuan decided to rename it Bright Moon Sword, which fits better with the new Rune Seed.

A seventh-grade flying sword is considered formidable even in the Holy Hall.

Cao Ye's Golden Light Sword is also seventh-grade.

However, the Demon-Sundering Spear Blade is probably sixth or fifth grade. Judging by the artifact's power, the Demon-Sundering Spear Blade far surpasses Huang Yingyue and their artifacts.

This also shows that Cao Ye is well-off, incomparable to veteran Foundation Establishment cultivators like Huang Yingyue.

Through this sword refining, Gao Xuan gained a comprehensive and detailed understanding of Source Power, flying swords, and Rune Seeds.

During the refinement of the Bright Moon Sword, Gao Xuan's divine soul power also greatly increased.

According to the cultivation system, Silver Foundation Establishment is divided into nine levels, and Paladin levels are categorized accordingly.

Completing Foundation Establishment is Foundation Establishment Level 1. As cultivation improves, levels steadily increase.

There are fixed measurement standards for specific levels.

These measuring standards are actually imprecise. Since everyone's condition varies, divine soul tier differs, even with the same Foundation Establishment, their cultivation might greatly differ.

Simple data measurements only serve as a basic quantitative standard and cannot truly measure a cultivator's personal combat strength.

Gao Xuan feels he is not far from condensing the Golden Core. However, this step is exceptionally crucial, and he must make a comprehensive plan before deciding how to proceed.

Once you move forward with Foundation Establishment and Golden Core, there's no turning back.

Other cultivators do not have so many requirements; they just need to progress. Gao Xuan, however, strives for perfection, ensuring these two steps are exceptionally solid.

For instance, although both are in Foundation Establishment, with his Five Elements Perfect Foundation Establishment, his power is ten times stronger than other Foundation Establishments. Not to mention his divine soul power is pure and fierce, augmented by perfect Foundation Establishment, making his combat power extraordinarily formidable.

For masters like Cao Ye, Gao Xuan can kill with just sword intent, showing the vast gap between him and Cao Ye.

But using such means would reveal his identity, so he won't use them unless necessary.

This time, refining the Bright Moon Sword significantly increased his open combat power, and the growth in divine soul took a great leap forward.

Modestly considering, in normal circumstances, no Foundation Establishment would be his match.

However, if the opponent has a powerful magical artifact, that would be a different story.

The Demon-Sundering Spear Blade made him realize that the modern cultivation system has developed immensely.

Precise magical artifacts can lead to a qualitative change in the combat capabilities of ordinary cultivators.

Therefore, after returning, he needs to find an appropriate channel to deal with the Demon-Sundering Spear Blade.

On the other hand, he must be wary of the Cao family's retaliation. Yet, after this great battle, the situation has changed significantly.

Gao Xuan opened his eyes as he thought about this, and it was already daylight, surrounded by trial warriors.

A dense crowd of hundreds sat around, most silently meditating. Some talked quietly, their voices so low as if afraid of disturbing others.

Gao Xuan's movement triggered a response in those around him.

A small, round-faced beauty immediately approached, "Boss, you're awake?"

"Uh?"

Gao Xuan looked at her somewhat puzzled, wondering what she meant.

The round-faced beauty understood Gao Xuan's intent and explained, "You saved all of us trial warriors. You're the oldest. We have unanimously decided that from now on, you are our leader this year."

"Oh."

Gao Xuan nodded, realizing that's how it was.

They were all passionate youths, having experienced a fierce battle together, they were naturally full of zeal. Now, their minds were simple, and making someone their leader in a state of excitement was quite normal.

Gao Xuan didn't take it seriously; everyone is innocent and ardent in their youth. This title really doesn't have any special significance.

The sentiment accepts one's kindness; calling any title would be personal acceptance. If not appreciated, calling someone's grandfather is merely a jest.

The beauty seemed to think Gao Xuan was too indifferent, seriously said, "Boss, we're not joking!"

She then gestured broadly, "Boss is awake, brothers, salute the boss."

The beauty's loud voice had great penetration power, causing all trial warriors to quickly stand up.

The beauty gestured, "Come."

Led by the beauty, hundreds bowed and saluted Gao Xuan, "Hello, boss."

Gao Xuan couldn't help but laugh, he thought for a moment and said, "Hello, brothers..."