335: Chapter 326 The Sixth Incarnation: Heavenly Venerable (XIV)

However, just as his mind raced, weighing the pros and cons, an even bolder, even "insane" thought, like a spark erupting in the darkness, suddenly illuminated his thinking!

"Wait..."

Blade Absolute Edge's pupils constricted slightly, and then, the corners of his mouth slowly curled into a cold and playful arc.

"The Hundred Weapons Dao Lord is plotting against me... This might not necessarily be a bad thing?"

Once this thought arose, it grew wildly like weeds, instantly dispersing the previous chill, replaced by a strange emotion mixed with excitement, calmness, and deep calculation.

"If he truly views me as 'embryo Materials' and intends to use the supreme Way of Weapons secret method, supplemented by the endless resources of the Hundred Weapons Dao Realm, to 'polish' and 'refine' me into a perfect 'dao treasure'..."

Blade Absolute Edge's eyes shone brightly, his thinking clearer and more active than ever before.

"Then, before his 'goal' is achieved, or rather, before he believes the 'heat' is sufficient, can I not unscrupulously enjoy these heaven-sent resources, the highest Legacy, and the safest protection?"

"I can legitimately utilize everything in the Hundred Weapons Dao Realm to frantically increase my cultivation, temper my Saber Intent, solidify my Dao Foundation, and even use his hand to touch higher-level Way of Weapons mysteries and Laws of heaven and earth!"

"He will spare no effort to 'nurture' me, hoping that I, this piece of 'material,' become better and more perfect! For me, what a massive convenience and Opportunity this is?"

"It's simply like someone bringing a pillow just as I'm getting sleepy!"

"And,"

Blade Absolute Edge's gaze grew deeper, carrying a sharpness that pierced through to the essence.

"Even if he truly has such intentions, or even if he had already left a deeper hidden hand and brand when I was born... he likely failed to calculate one thing despite all his schemes—"

Blade Absolute Edge's mind sank into the deepest part of his Soul, where a core Samsara Imprint, transcending the Reincarnation of this world and closely linked to his original self, was quietly emitting a faint light.

"This 'Blade Absolute Edge,' in the end, is not a completely independent 'individual'."

"I am an Incarnation sliced off from the original self, Xu Yuan!"

"My true spirit Origin, the Foundation of my existence, my everything, is closely linked and inseparable from the original self's Samsara Imprint!"

"No matter how deep the imprint left by the Hundred Weapons Dao Lord is, no matter how many resources he invests, no matter how exquisite the refining he plans... ultimately, when it comes to the compatibility and control over this 'Incarnation' of mine, and this 'dao treasure' that might be 'refined' by me or 'refined' from me..."

A cold light flashed in Blade Absolute Edge's eyes.

"Who can compare to my original self—Xu Yuan?!"

"My original self holds the completed Samsara Imprint, comprehends the The Way of Man and Heaven, and has achieved the status of an Innate Sacred Being! He is the source and the end of all this!"

"The Hundred Weapons Dao Lord's brand might influence or even control 'Blade Absolute Edge' to a certain extent, but it is absolutely impossible to bypass the root connection of the Samsara Imprint to truly control the part of the essence that shares the same source as 'Xu Yuan'!"

"So,"

Blade Absolute Edge's thoughts were completely clear, his heart filled with a cold indifference.

"The worst-case scenario is nothing more than the Hundred Weapons Dao Lord exhausting his efforts and consuming massive resources, only to ultimately refine a 'Dao Treasure Embryo' with infinite potential for my original self! And in this process, this Incarnation of mine, 'Blade Absolute Edge,' will use his resources to grow to an unimaginable height!"

"If the situation is slightly better and he has no such ill intent, then I've made a sure profit, gaining a Dao Lord Revered Master and endless resources for free!"

"If the situation is somewhere in between, and he has designs but they aren't a death blow, I can still maneuver within, snatching chestnuts from the fire, continuously strengthening myself, looking for a way to break the deadlock, and even... at a critical moment, striking back!"

"Regardless, as long as I stay clear-headed, remember my roots, and make good use of the secret advantages of the original self and the Samsara Imprint, I won't necessarily be the loser in this game! I might even... be the biggest winner!"

Having thought this through, the last trace of alarm and chill in Blade Absolute Edge's heart completely dissipated, replaced by an unprecedented composure and confidence.

He looked at the "Karma" saber on his lap, his gaze no longer holding any hesitation or fear, only a calm way of viewing it as a "tool" and a "bargaining chip."

Blade Absolute Edge did not delay further, immediately holding his breath and focusing his mind to adjust his state to its peak.

Then, following the profound methods of the Introductory Chapter of the "Ten Thousand Weapons Spirit Sacrifice Art" in his mind, he officially began to Cultivate!

The first step: drawing "Dao Fire."

Blade Absolute Edge's mind sank into his Dantian, activating that transcendent grade Dao Foundation which had already reached Foundation Establishment Perfection and contained a nascent form of "Destruction" and "Order."

In an instant, an incomparably pure and sharp Saber Intent rose from the core of the Dao Foundation. This Saber Intent was not scattered outward; instead, he used the special method of the "Ten Thousand Weapons Spirit Sacrifice Art" to slowly condense and compress it, finally transforming it into a wisp of Dao Fire of Saber Intent, condensed as if physical and showing a dark gold color!

This fire was not ordinary fire, nor was it spiritual fire, but the manifestation of his own Saber Dao will!

It was the core source for refining his natal weapon!

The second step: burning "Heart Fuel."

Blade Absolute Edge did not hesitate, forcing out a drop of heart's blood and separating a wisp of Origin Soul Power, merging them with that wisp of dark gold Dao Fire.

Using the heart's blood as a guide and Soul Power as a bridge, the connection between this Dao Fire and himself became even closer, as if it had become an extension of his life.

This was the "fuel" for the refining process, representing the refiner establishing the most fundamental connection with the weapon at the cost of their own life Origin.

The third step: probing the "Artifact Spirit."

Blade Absolute Edge guided that wisp of dark gold Dao Fire, which had merged with his heart's blood and Soul Power, cautiously probing toward the "Karma" saber quietly floating on his lap.

"Buzz..."

The moment the Dao Fire touched the blade, the "Karma" saber let out an extremely faint hum that seemed to originate from ancient times!

The chaotic color of the blade, where dark gold and gray intertwined, seemed to flow slightly. A complex intent—cold, silent, yet carrying an unspeakable familiarity and resistance—vaguely transmitted from deep within the blade, like a sleeping Vicious Beast being disturbed.

This intent was extremely weak and filled with confusion and bewilderment, like broken mirror shards that were difficult to piece back together.

But Blade Absolute Edge could clearly feel the trace of "Karma" Dao Rhyme within it, which shared the same source as him yet had been forcibly twisted and sealed, as well as that deep-seated unwillingness and resentment.

"As expected... though the spirituality is dormant, it hasn't been completely annihilated. Moreover, it has a special reaction to my Dao Fire."

Blade Absolute Edge's mind was as clear as a mirror.

This reaction was due to both the profound nature of the "Ten Thousand Weapons Spirit Sacrifice Art's" Dao Fire and the fact that he, the refiner, was in some sense the continuation of this saber's "previous life"!

This connection transcended ordinary refining relationships.

The fourth step: branding the "Dao Seal."

Blade Absolute Edge steadied his mind, remaining calm and unhurried. Using the Dao Fire as a brush and his own Saber Intent as ink, he began to slowly brand his "Dao," bit by bit, strand by strand, into the depths of the "Karma" saber.

What he branded were not simple control runes, but his understanding of the "Saber," his comprehension of "Destruction," his nascent conceptualization of "Order," and even... a very obscure supreme insight into "Reincarnation" and "balance" originating from his original self, Xu Yuan!

This was a slow and delicate process, like a top-tier craftsman carving Great dao patterns on an embryo.

Every branding consumed a large amount of Blade Absolute Edge's mental energy and Dao power. But he could feel that as the Dao Seals deepened, the connection between him and the "Karma" saber was gradually becoming clearer and closer.

The dormant spirituality of the blade also seemed to be starting to "awaken" extremely slowly under the warmth of the Dao Fire and the stimulation of the Dao Seals, instinctively absorbing the Dao Rhyme within those brands, especially the parts regarding "Karma" and "Order," which it absorbed with particular "greed."

"It's working!"

Blade Absolute Edge's spirit was bolstered. He could feel that this saber was slowly "recognizing" him and accepting him.

Although it was still far from truly being one in mind and moving as easily as his own arm, this first step of "establishing a connection" was already a success!

Time passed quietly in the silent room.