86: Dao level inheritance, the danger of Tianjian Sect!

"It is said that ever since obtaining the Legacy, old Duan Cang has been in seclusion. I am worried he might suddenly reach the Mahayana Realm!"

"If that happens, won't our two Sects be forced to live under the shadow of the Heaven Sword Sect forever?!"

Hearing Yi Kangping's words, Cheng Honglang's expression also darkened.

The Three Great Sects had always maintained a balance, with no single side being too powerful.

Once one faction became slightly stronger, the other two would cooperate to resist it.

The current situation was that the Heaven Sword Sect was slightly stronger than the other two combined.

The Heaven Sword Sect alone possessed six Void Refining Cultivators, while the other two Sects combined only had nine.

However, this resistance was built on the premise that no Mahayana powerhouses appeared.

Once someone broke through to the Mahayana Realm, the stalemate of the Three Great Sects would be shattered instantly.

In the history of the Northern Wasteland, a Mahayana Cultivator could almost sweep through everything!

However, the entire Northern Wasteland was actually one of the most barren places in the Eastern Region, so it was almost impossible for a Mahayana Cultivator to appear here.

There was no other way; without resources and without a Legacy, it was very difficult to break through.

Void Refining Perfection was already the limit under normal circumstances!

The last time a Mahayana Cultivator appeared in the Northern Wasteland was three thousand years ago.

Therefore, the current situation in the Northern Wasteland had been maintained for a very, very long time.

The strongest experts of the Three Great Sects were all stuck at Void Refining Perfection, unable to find a way to break through!

But now, this deadlock seemed to be on the verge of breaking!

A Dao Grade Legacy was enough to greatly increase the probability of breaking through from Void Refining to Mahayana!

So it was no wonder the people of these two Sects were so nervous and worried.

If that old Duan Cang really completed the Breakthrough, the consequences would be unimaginable.

"We must think of a way. Just waiting like this won't do," Cheng Honglang said slowly, his tone carrying deep worry.

Just then, someone below said: "Valley Master, why don't we join forces and launch a full-scale attack on the Heaven Sword Sect? We can force him to hand over the Dao Grade Legacy before Duan Cang breaks through!"

Someone nearby immediately refuted: "This method is unlikely to work. Even if our two Sects join forces, we aren't much stronger than the Heaven Sword Sect. If they hide inside their Sect and rely on the Sect Protecting Grand Formation, it will be very difficult for us to break in!"

"That's true. We need to think of a better way."

"What other way is there? Others aren't stupid. If we don't attack, will they just hand over the Legacy?"

Just then, the Third Elder of the Chenyin Pavilion said: "Tower Master, I think we should secretly capture all the Disciples and Elders of the Heaven Sword Sect who are outside, and then use them to threaten the Heaven Sword Sect into handing over the Legacy!"

"This... is this not appropriate? We are, after all, righteous Sects. If this gets out, our reputation will suffer..."

The Third Elder of the Chenyin Pavilion sneered and said disdainfully: "It's you from Fengluo Valley who like to put on airs. I know you've wanted to do this for a long time, but you don't want to be the one to suggest it. You just want to pretend to argue with me, tsk!"

The person who was retorted turned red with anger and pointed at the other: "You old scoundrel! What did you say?! If you have the guts, say it again!!"

These two had harbored grudges for a long time, and only sat together out of necessity.

Thus, the two started arguing at the slightest disagreement.

Yi Kangping waved his hand to quell their argument, and said with a solemn expression: "Qin Yi's method is actually the best solution. The path of cultivation is about constant struggle—struggling with Heaven, struggling with Earth, and struggling with people. If you see an Opportunity and don't strive for it, then why Cultivate at all!!"

"Besides, we cannot sit by and watch Duan Cang break through. We must give it a try!"

"At this point, there's no need to worry too much. It's just a small measure. Since we have embarked on the path of cultivation, we must be prepared for death!!"

After pondering for a moment, Cheng Honglang also spoke: "Then let's do it. The Heaven Sword Sect has five strongholds outside the Sect. You seven should split into five groups. Based on the strength of the defenders, take your strongest Magic Treasures and strike together tomorrow at noon!"

"Remember, you must use thunderous means to settle the battle quickly. Do not leave the Heaven Sword Sect any chance to send reinforcements! Also, remember to capture them alive if possible! Gather here after the attack!"

"Yes!" Everyone replied in unison. After dividing into groups, they left to carry out their orders.

A premeditated attack on the Heaven Sword Sect was about to arrive.

Inside the Heaven Sword Sect, there was a secret room specifically built for seclusion and cultivation.

This secret room was isolated from the outside world, so quiet that not even a whisper of wind could enter.

In this secret room, there was an old man.

His hair was as white as snow, yet his face was as rosy as a child's. Between his kind brows, there was a peace and wisdom born of experiencing the vicissitudes of life.

The old man wore a simple grey robe, and his fluttering sleeves added to his immortal aura.

He sat cross-legged, steadily seated on an old cushion that radiated Origin Qi.

Across his knees lay a precious sword about two feet and one inch long.

The sword was snow-white, forged from divine materials, extremely thin, and exuded a faint cold light. The hilt was carved with a silver Dragon pattern, appearing incredibly exquisite.

Although it was not yet unsheathed, one look was enough to feel the unparalleled sharpness it contained. Once unsheathed, it would surely be as sharp as autumn frost.

He was none other than the Sect Master of the Heaven Sword Sect, Duan Cang!

That sword was a true Dao Grade Magic Treasure!

The Dragon-patterned Star Sword!

At this moment, he was cultivating the Dao Grade Secret Manual he had recently obtained, the Star-Patterned Sword Art!

This was a Legacy he had obtained by risking his life to forcibly enter the Devouring Demon Sea Secret Realm!

It was truly a narrow escape from death...

He had been stuck at the Void Refining Perfection Realm for too long.

The shackles of breaking through to the Mahayana Realm were like an insurmountable chasm, leaving him with no way to break through.

That was why he had risked going to the Devouring Demon Sea to find a Breakthrough.

Fortunately, the heavens blessed him, allowing him to obtain this Dao Grade Legacy and return safely to the Sect!

At this moment, his heart was filled with excitement and anticipation.

A Dao Grade Legacy!! This was a Legacy that bypassed the Spirit Rank!

After obtaining this Legacy, his probability of breaking through to Mahayana would expand from near-zero to ninety percent!

Once he successfully broke through, the Heaven Sword Sect would usher in its most prosperous period in thousands of years.

Perhaps because he was blinded by joy, he did not notice the arrival of a danger targeting the Heaven Sword Sect.

Because from his perspective, besides the high-level members of the Sect, no one else knew about him obtaining the Legacy.

But he had underestimated the intelligence sources of the other two Sects.

When he had just stepped into the Devouring Demon Sea to obtain the Legacy, it had already been noticed by the other side.

After all, the Heaven Sword Sect was the strongest, so the other two Sects naturally had many eyes and ears planted outside.

At this moment, the Heaven Sword Sect was completely unaware of the approaching danger, and the high-level members within the Sect were still immersed in the joy of their Sect Master obtaining the Dao Grade Legacy.