Chaotic Sword God Chapter 3981: Probing

Upon hearing those words, the Master of Profound Secrets felt immense surprise. He let out a sigh. “I never imagined fellow Yang Yutian carried such a hidden encounter. Could the cause of your concealed identity be enemies?”

“Partially.” Jian Chen paused briefly in hesitation before steeling his resolve on a crucial matter. His gaze turned firm as he cupped his fist toward the Master of Profound Secrets. “Since we’ve reached this topic, hiding it further serves no purpose. In truth, my master is the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon.”

“What? The Heaven-defeating Sword Demon? You don’t mean the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon who fell five million years ago?” The mention of the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon jolted the Master of Profound Secrets, making him exclaim involuntarily.

In the Immortals’ World, countless individuals carried the title of Heaven-defeating Sword Demon, yet only one had truly forged a legendary reputation.

“Correct, the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon who perished five million years ago. But I merely encountered a remnant strand of his lingering will after his death. After passing my master’s trials, he guided me to a secret abode prepared during his lifetime. There, everything had been set up by my master in advance, and I obtained his full legacy,” Jian Chen explained, his voice laced with complex emotions.

The Master of Profound Secrets stood stunned. He muttered, “The Heaven-defeating Sword Demon. The Heaven-defeating Sword Demon. To think that fellow Yang Yutian’s master turned out to be the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon. In his era, he was a ruthless, dauntless fiend whom none dared challenge. Wildly unpredictable, bloodthirsty, and holding deep grudges, he once wiped out entire sects after their disciples unwittingly provoked him, ensnaring many innocents in the process.”

“Though merely a Fifth Heavenly Layer Immortal Exalt, the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon wielded profound secret arts that let him confront Sixth Heavenly Layer experts. He also mastered superior hiding methods, evading even Ninth Heavenly Layer Immortal Exalts.”

“This formed the foundation for the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon’s bold traversals across the Immortals’ World. Back then, all peak powers at the Immortals’ World’s pinnacle dreaded his name. Even the courts of heaven feared the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon greatly, avoiding any needless confrontation.”

“An incident that rocked the Immortals’ World had occurred before. A court of heaven’s disciple offended the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon and was slain without mercy. This sparked a feud with the court of heaven, lasting until one of their Immortal Exalt ancestors suffered severe wounds from him, rousing their heavenly emperor. Ultimately, that court of heaven’s heavenly emperor personally pursued the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon, but he escaped nonetheless.”

The Heaven-defeating Sword Demon excelled at evasion and concealment. While lurking in the Immortals’ World, no matter how masterful the heavenly emperor’s methods, he never located the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon across all those years…

“The Heaven-defeating Sword Demon turned his gaze upon the court of heaven too. He stayed hidden, observing them closely. Any disciple venturing out from that court became his prey, irrespective of their cultivation level.”

“He shunned experts beyond his reach from a distance. But against those he could handle, he struck like lightning, slaying them instantly…”

“To counter the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon, the court of heaven devised various schemes, traps, and arrangements. Their heavenly emperor joined hunts repeatedly, yet the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon always saw through them or vanished. Finally, the court sealed its gates for ten thousand years. From that moment, the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon’s infamy soared…”

At this point, the Master of Profound Secrets’ face brimmed with deep sentiment. He sighed, “The Heaven-defeating Sword Demon was truly a legend. Terrifying for his bloodlust and casual slaughter of organizations, striking dread with mere mention of his name. Admirable for his prowess and skills—a mere Fifth Heavenly Layer Immortal Exalt rendering heavenly emperors helpless. How many in the Immortals’ World could claim such a feat single-handedly?”

“Not even some late Immortal Exalts could replicate what the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon achieved against a heavenly emperor’s chase…”

With that, the Master of Profound Secrets cast a profound glance at Jian Chen. Jian Chen’s own hiding prowess strikingly resembled the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon’s.

“Yet what did it matter if he could temporarily evade heavenly emperors? Didn’t my master still meet his end?” Sorrow tinged Jian Chen’s tone.

“The Heaven-defeating Sword Demon grew overly arrogant. In that era, provoking a Grand Exalt-backed super organization was folly. Had he avoided those Grand Exalt powers, the courts of heaven truly couldn’t touch him,” the Master of Profound Secrets remarked regretfully. Soon after, he eyed Jian Chen curiously. “Fellow Yang Yutian, do you know who slew your master?”

“Naturally. My master fell to an Immortal Exalt ancestor from the Sword Sect of Violet Heavens. Beneath that Sword Sect of Violet Heavens Immortal Exalt’s pursuit, all my master’s concealment arts failed utterly.” Chilling killing intent laced Jian Chen’s words at the Sword Sect of Violet Heavens’ mention.

The Master of Profound Secrets smiled faintly. “The Sword Sect of Violet Heavens housed a Grand Exalt then. With that Grand Exalt’s subtle intervention, your master had no refuge. One could say the Heaven-defeating Sword Demon’s demise tied directly to that Grand Exalt.”

“But eras shift. The Sword Sect of Violet Heavens once blazed like the noonday sun, swaying the entire Immortals’ World, yet it dwindled to obscurity, outshone by minor sects. Do you seek vengeance for your master, fellow Yang Yutian?”

“Avenge my master? I’ve never forgotten. Though his killer perished long ago, the sect endures. The Reverent Observance Heaven’s Sword Sect of Violet Heavens draws constant scrutiny, barring open strikes, but wandering disciples roam freely. Thus, I’ve covertly probed these Sword Sect of Violet Heavens disciples in hiding for years.”

“Upon claiming my master’s legacy, I vowed to eradicate every last Sword Sect of Violet Heavens disciple,” Jian Chen stated icily.

“Any headway, fellow Yang Yutian?” inquired the Master of Profound Secrets.

Jian Chen grew wary at once. Fixing his stare on the Master of Profound Secrets, he replied, “The Sword Sect of Violet Heavens has waned, but formidable forces back them still. Knowing these secrets, you won’t turn them against me, will you?”

The Master of Profound Secrets chuckled. “You’re overthinking, fellow Yang Yutian. Even setting aside any feud I might hold with the Sword Sect of Violet Heavens, given the Illusionary Ancestor’s favor toward you, I’d never dare harm you, no matter my boldness.”

A gleam flashed in Jian Chen’s eyes. Surprised, he asked, “You harbor a grudge against the Sword Sect of Violet Heavens too?”

Memories of past tragedy surfaced for the Master of Profound Secrets, dimming his spirits. “Truth be told, I once took a disciple of vast talent, brimming with promise in the Way of Alchemy and Way of Smithing. I saw him as my heir, pinning high hopes on him…”

“Yet he was slain by a Sword Sect of Violet Heavens disciple…”

“Thus, I’ve nursed a profound hatred for the Sword Sect of Violet Heavens ever since…”

Deep-seated loathing gleamed in the Master of Profound Secrets’ aged eyes.

“So we tread the same vengeful road. Seems I’m not alone in this. Master of Profound Secrets, will you join me on this revenge?” Jian Chen asked. Long ago, Sword Sect of Violet Heavens disciples championed justice zealously, purging the Immortals’ World’s villains. He surmised the Master of Profound Secrets’ disciple had drawn their ire through grave misdeeds.

Sorrow lingered in the Master of Profound Secrets’ eyes. He pressed on, “I’ve long pursued vengeance for my disciple. The Reverent Observance Heaven’s Sword Sect of Violet Heavens ancestral grounds teem with covert clashes among great powers, entangled with many. I lack the daring to meddle rashly there, but I’ve tracked numerous wandering Sword Sect of Violet Heavens disciples.”

“Truly? That’s wonderful. Could you share details on them?” Jian Chen’s face lit with delight.

“Too late. They’ve joined my disciple in the grave.” The Master of Profound Secrets sneered, his gaze icy.

Killing intent surged deep within Jian Chen, though he masked it flawlessly. With a soft sigh, he said, “Such a shame. I hoped we could ally for revenge. Never expected you’d surged ahead.”

The Master of Profound Secrets regarded Jian Chen intently. “Fellow Yang Yutian, for the Illusionary Ancestor’s sake, heed this caution. Targeting Sword Sect of Violet Heavens disciples demands probing their roots thoroughly. Now, they split into two: the Reverent Observance Heaven main branch and the Waymight clan-backed offshoot.”

“Never touch the Waymight clan’s branch—not even a strand of hair. Your master’s fate warns against repeating his error.”

“My thanks for the advice. I’ll etch it in memory.” Jian Chen probed further, “Your vast knowledge holds secrets beyond my reach. Could you point me to others sharing our grudge?”

After pondering, the Master of Profound Secrets replied, “I know several with beef against the Sword Sect of Violet Heavens. I’ll skip distant acquaintances, but a few despise them utterly. Each commands sizable organizations, worth your visit—they might hold the intel you seek.”