But why, suddenly, did he have thoughts of giving up the Martial Path and even his life because of his failure in Breaking Realm?

In an instant, he broke into a cold sweat and suddenly woke up.

He realized that the immense fear he felt during the Breaking Realm had given rise to a Heart Demon.

If not for True Man Tianjian's sudden appearance to awaken him, he might have already fallen into confusion and predicament, which he did not wish for.

Blade Demon bowed deeply:

"Thank you, True Man, for waking me up. I owe you another favor."

First, saving his life, and then helping him overcome the Heart Demon, this kindness was not small.

He did not say anything like repaying the favor with his life in the future, only remembering this indebtedness in his heart.

Ning Qi, with his back to Blade Demon:

"How about a deal?"

Blade Demon was taken aback, then solemnly said:

"Please speak, True Man."

Ning Qi said calmly:

"You help guard True Martial Mountain for ten years, and within those ten years, I will give you a Martial Saint Technique."

This was precisely Ning Qi's plan to find Blade Demon, as the situation in True Martial Sect was not very safe now. With the hidden threats from the Demon Sect and the Southern Border, he didn't even dare to venture too far away. If Blade Demon, such a strong presence, could hold the fort, he could sometimes be at ease to go down the mountain for a while.

Besides,

If Blade Demon was there, perhaps they could exchange insights on the path to Martial Saint, which could provide him with some inspiration.

Blade Demon's pupils contracted sharply, looking incredulously at the back of the Black Robed Taoist:

"Is True Man so confident?"

It wasn't that he had any doubts about the deal's content. After receiving two great favors from True Man Tianjian, even without any return, guarding True Martial Mountain for ten or twenty years wasn't a big problem, as it wouldn't hinder his comprehension of the Blade Path. What shocked him was Ning Qi's promise to give him a Martial Saint Technique within ten years.

Having just experienced the failure of Breaking Realm, he deeply knew how difficult a task this was.

Ning Qi smiled faintly.

He said nothing, just pointed a finger, and instantly, a surge of Demon Blade Intent erupted from him, the terrifying demonic aura enough to distort the void. Just as the Blade Intent was about to strike Blade Demon, it dissipated instantly, but Blade Demon stood frozen, as if turned to stone.

How could he not recognize this Blade Intent?

"You... you... how could you..."

He was at a loss for words, even more shocked than when he was defeated by Ning Qi before. This was simply unfathomable; his Blade Intent had been learned by someone else, and the level was not lower than his own.

The scene before him nearly overturned his world view.

Ning Qi turned around, only smiling without speaking.

Blade Demon gradually came back to his senses, but the shock and astonishment in his eyes grew even stronger. He roughly knew by now, True Man Tianjian had learned his Blade Intent during their duel, but this... was simply against the natural order!

How could there be such a monstrous person in the world?

At this moment, the Black Robed Taoist before him was filled with unprecedented mystery.

And recalling Ning Qi's promise earlier, his heartbeat inevitably quickened, a sense of hope surged in his heart, perhaps... there really was hope to obtain a Martial Saint Technique? Even if not in ten years, then twenty, thirty, or even hundred years, there was always hope.

Blade Demon took a deep breath, asking his inner doubt:

"Compared to the True Man, I am far behind. Why would the True Man need me to guard True Martial Mountain?"

Ning Qi said:

"I won't hide it from you. True Martial Sect has offended the Demon Sect and the Southern Border. Perhaps in two or three years, a Martial Saint will be born. Though achieved with external help, they might use True Martial Sect as a sacrificial flag. Would you be willing?"

Unexpectedly.

After hearing this, Blade Demon had no more hesitation.

His dark pupils lit up, laughing heartily:

"To have a chance to fight with a Martial Saint, how could I refuse? Since the True Man trusts me, I will not betray that trust. When you enter the Martial Saint Realm in the future, please do not hesitate to teach me."

Ning Qi laughed.

"Of course."

He felt much more relaxed, realizing he hadn't misjudged Blade Demon.

"In normal times, you can reside in the Forbidden Land at the back of True Martial Mountain. Most of the time, your intervention will not be needed. If I'm not around and True Martial Sect faces an unsolvable crisis, then I'll trouble you for help."

"Alright."

With that.

Ning Qi then leisurely departed.

There was no binding agreement between them, but after exchanging blows, they both understood. In a sense, they were the same kind of people, with a steadfast pursuit of the path which would not be tarnished by breaking trust and causing a flaw in their Martial Path will.

Blade Demon watched the Black Robed Taoist's back, still in awe, with that Demon Blade Intent lingering before his eyes.

"Such a terrifying person truly overwhelms the ages."

Suddenly, he was startled, recalling True Man Tianjian's erection of the True Martial Sword Monument and the Tower of Ten Thousand Paths, and his eyes were filled with even greater astonishment.

"Perhaps... he truly can forge a path to Martial Saint..."

Blade Demon disappeared from the spot, the confusion in his heart completely gone.

He had found his target once again.

...

The ten-year agreement between Ning Qi and Blade Demon was known to no one.

Yet at this moment, the world was in upheaval. The details of the battle between True Man Tianjian and Blade Demon spread to the Thirteen States at an astonishing speed, even reaching lands beyond Great Yan.

Each top martial sect was shocked.

Some hidden families or sects even heard of this matter.

Indeed, the commotion caused by Blade Demon was too great.

The storm that lasted for more than half a year ended in this way, with the prestige Blade Demon accumulated ultimately serving to enhance True Man Tianjian's reputation. After this battle, True Man Tianjian's fame had reached the pinnacle of Great Yan.

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