Chapter 86

In the world of body cultivation techniques, being able to condense 5,000 pounds of strength in the body during the Cultivation Foundation stage is considered quite good.

8,000 pounds of strength is considered a high-level body cultivation technique.

Strength exceeding 8,000 pounds mostly indicates entry into the Qi Condensation stage.

For the vast majority of cultivators, there is not much difference between 3,000 and 5,000 pounds of physical strength.

Instead of spending time and resources on enhancing physical strength, it is better to focus on improving spiritual energy cultivation.

At the Qi Condensation stage, with the circulation of spiritual energy, one can exert tens of thousands of pounds of strength.

However, for weapon refiners, physical strength is very important.

This is because refining a weapon may require several days of hammering and forging.

Spiritual energy often cannot sustain such prolonged effort.

Moreover, many spiritual materials cannot be contaminated by spiritual energy during the forging process.

Therefore, most weapon refiners are strong and muscular.

The Cao family is a lineage of weapon refiners, and naturally has body cultivation techniques passed down through generations.

However, as Han Muye mentioned, the Cao family's body cultivation techniques are somewhat weak, often failing at critical moments.

For a powerful figure like the head of the Cao family, this is a minor issue.

But for the majority of the Cao family's weapon refiners, it is a significant problem.

This is why Cao Anchun was willing to exchange a spirit-level longsword for Han Muye's body cultivation technique that can condense the strength of nine oxen.

"This technique is called Iron Ox Strength, a body cultivation technique passed down in the Nine Profound Sword Sect." Han Muye's words made Cao Anchun's face change.

The Iron Ox Strength that can condense the strength of nine oxen is certainly extraordinary.

How could an outsider like him obtain such a technique in the Nine Profound Sword Sect?

If he couldn't get it, would he still give the spirit-level longsword?

Beside him, the red-clothed girl frowned.

"This technique is priced at eighty spirit stones in the Technique Hall." Han Muye's next words almost made Cao Anchun turn red with anger.

Behind Han Muye, Lu Gao opened his mouth but ultimately chose to shout in his heart.

Brother Han, awesome!

A technique worth eighty spirit stones sold for the price of a spirit-level weapon.

A spirit-level weapon is worth at least 200,000 spirit stones.

In the Technique Hall, a technique worth eighty spirit stones is the lowest quality.

Such a technique, which even outer disciples might not value, could be sold for such a high price...

"With the status of the head of the Cao family, obtaining this technique should not be difficult."

"I will refine this technique to the nine oxen stage and pass it on to your Cao family."

"By the way, I refined it to the three oxen stage, and the subsequent stages were refined by Uncle Tuoba from the Three Stones Hall and his disciples."

Han Muye spoke regardless of the expressions on the Cao family members' faces.

"Three Stones Hall? Elder Tuoba Cheng?" Cao Anchun nodded.

"Brother Tuoba is indeed the most knowledgeable about body cultivation in the Nine Profound Mountain."

Saying this, he looked up at Han Muye.

Tuoba Cheng is a proud person, and those who can establish a relationship with him are no ordinary people.

Indeed, the young man in front of him has a unique perspective and character.

If his comprehension is also strong, it is reasonable for Tuoba Cheng to favor him.

"Young friend, this sword is called Solitary Abyss, which I personally refined into a spirit-level weapon." Turning around, he held the wooden box and looked at Han Muye.

"I will seek the Iron Ox Strength technique and come to the Sword Pavilion if I have any questions during cultivation."

Saying this, he turned to the young man and woman beside him: "This is my direct grandson, Cao Jianang, and my direct granddaughter, Cao E."

"I will have them come to you for guidance on the technique."

As the head of the Cao family, Cao Anchun would not often visit the Nine Profound Mountain.

By sending his direct grandson and granddaughter, he also intended to build a relationship with Han Muye and the Sword Pavilion.

"Young friend, I will not hide anything regarding the technique." Han Muye nodded.

The Cao family has long been refining swords for the Nine Profound Sword Sect, and an improvement in their refining skills would benefit the Nine Profound Sword Sect.

Moreover, Han Muye's promise not to hide anything refers to the Iron Ox Strength technique, not any future refinements.

"Brother, I look forward to your guidance in the future." The girl named Cao E bowed respectfully.

Cao Jianang, on the other hand, was somewhat awkward, blushing and bowing with his head turned away.

Seeing that the deal seemed to be done, Lu Gao rubbed his hands and stepped forward to take the wooden box from Cao Anchun.

"I'll do it."

Old Huang Liuhua grabbed him, his expression serious: "This sword, even sealed in the wooden box, is not something you can handle."

Saying this, he stepped forward, raised his hand, and a thread of sword qi surged from his body as he picked up the wooden box.

"Brother Han, I'll take you directly to the meditation room."

Saying this, he turned and walked away.

"Young friend surnamed Han? Han Young Friend is deeply immersed in sword techniques and weapon refinement. I hope you will visit my Cao family in the future." Cao Anchun looked at Han Muye and bowed.

"Head of the Cao family, you are too kind. I will definitely visit." Han Muye smiled and returned the bow.

Cao Anchun waved his hand: "I apologize for today. Next time, my Cao family will send a batch of high-quality swords."

Saying this, he led the sword-bearing disciples and turned to leave.

Cao E bowed to Han Muye and followed.

When Old Huang Liuhua walked out of the Sword Pavilion, the Cao family members had already left.

"Ah, I've been dealing with the Cao family for so many years, and this is the first time I've managed to get something from them." Old Huang Liuhua looked at the green stone square in front of the Sword Pavilion and sighed.

Mentioning the profit, Lu Gao hurriedly stepped forward and presented the high-quality spirit stones.

Old Huang Liuhua also took out the spirit stones that Lu Gao had previously given him.

In total, there were thirteen.

High-quality.

Worth 130,000 low-quality spirit stones.

The dazzling spiritual light was almost blinding.

"I've touched high-quality spirit stones in my life." Lu Gao held the spirit stones and grinned.

Old Huang Liuhua nodded, his eyes also showing a hint of excitement.

These are high-quality spirit stones, each worth 10,000 low-quality spirit stones.

Previously, when Han Muye spent 20,000 spirit stones to buy a sword for Lu Qingping, Old Huang Liuhua thought he would never be able to repay it.

Now, thirteen high-quality spirit stones were right in front of him.

"Sword Pavilion rules, everyone gets a share."

Han Muye took one spirit stone and placed it in Lu Gao's pocket, then took eight out of the remaining twelve.

He left four in Old Huang Liuhua's hand.

"Brother Han, I, I also have..." Lu Gao's face turned red, and he spoke hesitantly.

These are high-quality spirit stones, each worth 10,000 low-quality spirit stones!

Lu Gao would not earn this much even if he served in the Sword Pavilion for his entire life.

Old Huang Liuhua, holding the four high-quality spirit stones, also looked dazed.

Four high-quality spirit stones.

"Brother Lu, this amount of spirit stones is enough for you to find a cultivation technique. If you lack medicinal pills, I will help you." Han Muye looked at Lu Gao and smiled.

Lu Gao tightly held the spirit stones and nodded heavily.

"Ah, I will, I will..."

His eyes welled up with tears.

"Sixth Brother, such a fat sheep like the Cao family is not often found. Keep it." Han Muye turned to Old Huang Liuhua and smiled.

Indeed, ordinary disciples leading swords cannot usually get such a profit.

Old Huang Liuhua nodded, carefully put away the spirit stones, and then looked at Han Muye: "You are a big tycoon, I won't be polite."

"Be careful with that spirit-level longsword. It's best to wait until your cultivation is sufficient before refining it."

"Having a spirit-level sword to protect you will make your cultivation smoother."

Hearing this, Han Muye's eyes sparkled.

"Ha ha, Sixth Brother is right, I need to go check my sword."

"A spirit-level sword, rare."

Holding the spirit stones, Han Muye rushed into the Sword Pavilion and headed to the meditation room.

Old Huang Liuhua turned to the eager Lu Gao and smiled: "Go, hurry and find a cultivation technique."

Saying this, he whispered: "Remember the technique after you practice it, and come back to ask Brother Han if you don't understand."

"His comprehension is extremely high."