Chapter 185
However, Li Mo shook his head.
Was it really just two hundred taels? That was hardly worth mentioning.
The white-haired youth shook his head slightly and asked again, “What about your second proposal?”
“Um...”
Li Mo was about to state his price, but since the elder had already asked about the second proposal, he could only say, “The second proposal is to wait for a while.”
“Once my strength increases and I meet the conditions to fully unleash my skills, I will come back to record it.”
“I’m confident I can fulfill this promise within three years.”
The technique of *Tian Fan Di Fu Ren Dao Sha Chui Zi* not only required a certain level of mastery but also had other stringent conditions that would be considered harsh by ordinary standards.
Li Mo said earnestly, “If the two seniors have any concerns, we can set a three-year agreement...”
The application for a three-year agreement was rejected.
When it came to his talent for hammer techniques, no one doubted him.
“I believe you.” x3.
Among the four, three responded without hesitation.
Bing Tuozi didn’t say anything, but her expression revealed her thoughts.
Li Mo: “...”
It was the first time he felt such a complex mix of emotions due to trust.
“The second proposal seems reasonable.”
The elder pondered for a moment and then asked, “What about the third?”
“The third is that I will leave behind a complete sword technique at Jian City.”
“The sword technique I used at the Sword Trial Conference, the two seniors should have some understanding of it; it is certainly not inferior to any divine skill.”
Li Mo felt no regret at all.
In fact, he hoped the two elders would choose the third option.
“Is it that sword technique that breaks all laws and transforms decay into the miraculous?”
Both powerful figures straightened up.
“Yes,” Li Mo nodded.
Seeing him so serious with clear eyes, the two couldn’t help but praise him inwardly.
When this kid said he wished “all swordsmen could become sword immortals,” it was indeed heartfelt.
His broad-mindedness truly embodied the spirit of a swordsman.
Cough...
In truth, Li Mo’s thoughts were quite simple.
On one hand, he was adhering to the rules of Hengyun Jian City, and on the other, he might receive unexpected returns on his investment.
*Dugu Jiu Jian* was extremely difficult; those who could gain something from it were bound to be extraordinary individuals.
The two sword city experts didn’t hesitate.
After exchanging glances, the white-haired youth nodded, “Then let’s go with the third proposal.”
“Are you sure you won’t consider the first proposal?” Li Mo confirmed again.
After all, that was also an investment... and a rather immediate one at that.
“To us sword cultivators, money is just a fleeting cloud.”
“You’re looking down on us,” the white-haired youth said with a smile, shaking his head.
“Alright then.” Li Mo scratched his head.
Swordsmen often acted generously in the martial world.
He had always been curious about where swordsmen got their money.
Shaking his head, he took out his brush and began to write the outline for *Dugu Jiu Jian*.
After finishing, the two powerful figures looked on together, both showing expressions of astonishment.
This sword technique had lofty ideals!
Yet it was also extremely difficult.
It was hard to imagine how Li Mo had practiced it to such a level...
“It truly rivals a divine skill.”
“Hmm, if this sword technique reaches its peak, it might even allow one to master a path of the sword.”
Li Mo was sincere.
Without hesitation, he left the complete outline of this sword technique at Hengyun Jian City, knowing that what Ying Bing and Jiang Chulong had left behind were merely a few moves of a divine skill.
A complete divine skill was enough to make powerful figures envious and attract the attention of those who mastered the profound.
“In that case, we’ve really taken advantage of you.”
“Is there anything else you need? Just say the word!”
“I have some knowledge of painting and would like to sketch the strange stones; I hope the seniors can grant me this,” Li Mo said without hesitation, having long had this plan.
The two powerful figures felt everyone was just being polite.
Such a small matter, was it really worth mentioning?
“Ahem, just one thing you need to be careful about.”
“Hmm?”
“Make sure you don’t pull out a hammer in front of the strange stones.”
“...Alright.”
If he stamped it again, the strange stones wouldn’t be able to be flipped over.
The host and guests were all pleased, and everyone was quite satisfied.
As they were about to take their leave, the old man with the crane-white hair, who had been studying *Dugu Jiu Jian*, casually asked, “By the way, how many taels was that gesture you made earlier?”
The white-haired youth also looked up.
It wasn’t two thousand taels, nor twenty thousand taels, nor two hundred thousand taels.
This straightforward kid, Li Mo, couldn’t possibly be talking about just two hundred taels.
“Two?”
Li Mo, who had reached the door, stopped in his tracks.
He no longer used that unit of measurement.
“I meant two mountains of gold.”
“...Two mountains?”
“Two mountains, as big as the mountain gate,” Li Mo gestured.
The three of them walked away.
The white-haired youth and the old man stood in place, silent for a long time.
Now they had forgotten about studying *Dugu Jiu Jian* and were left curious about one thing.
This unit of measurement...
Who the hell taught you that?
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**Chapter 198: Concern from the Phoenix Empress**
With the conclusion of the Martial Arts Summit, the new generation of sword heroes emerged.
Today, Yunzhou City was livelier than ever.
In no time, it sparked widespread discussion across the martial world. Even Elder Chang from the Five Elements Swordsmen commented that this summit had an indelible impact on Hengyun Jian City and the entire Martial Arts Summit.
However, no matter how lively it was outside, in a certain small courtyard, time remained peaceful and serene.
Chef Li could now multitask, managing a pot in each hand.
The sword core in his dantian spun smoothly, controlling the sharp energy with precision, each spatula expertly handling a pot.
“Alchemy and cooking have their similarities.”
“Could it be that I’m a hidden genius in alchemy?”
Li Mo decided to return to the mountain and test this with Elder Xue.
Elder Xue should welcome him.
Jiang Chulong, tying on an apron, busily helped out nearby, occasionally glancing cautiously at Li Da Ge’s profile.
“Chulong, why aren’t you going to Baohuan Tower?”
Baohuan Tower was the most luxurious restaurant in Yunzhou, worth about one percent of Li’s wealth.
After the summit, a grand banquet was naturally in order, gathering all the heroes.
Of course, it was also to showcase the prowess of the top ten from the summit to the people of Yunzhou.
Mainly to appreciate the sword hero’s charm.
The sword hero represented the pinnacle of the younger generation’s swordsmanship in Yunzhou.
“Ah?”
Jiang Chulong opened her mouth, momentarily stunned.
Elder Chang had actually advised her to go, saying Baohuan Tower was lively and fun.
Little Princess Jiang had originally thought she might find some scraps to pick up.
But upon hearing that Li Da Ge wasn’t going, she suddenly felt it was no longer interesting.
Was she still not used to overly lively places?
Li Mo smiled and stuffed a piece of chicken into her open mouth.
“Maybe it’s because my cooking is better than what they serve at Baohuan Tower.”
“Mm-hmm!”
.....
In the distance, the clouds were dyed a brilliant rose-red, and the last great sun gradually sank in the west, exhaling its final breath, sending a cool breeze to the sweltering summer day.
The evening breeze was gentle.
Hearing footsteps behind her, Ying Bing turned around from her reverie.
A simple yet exquisite meal worth a thousand taels of gold was laid out on the table.
Home-cooked dishes.
The two were in conversation.
He remained as gentle as ever, but his tone was quite engaging.
Jiang Chulong rested her chin on her hand, swinging her feet, listening intently.
She seemed completely unaware of the young hero who had just shocked the world at Hengyun Jian City, nor did she recognize the potential dragon of the future.
It felt as if one could casually push open the door of a peaceful household and witness this scene.
Her deep thoughts faded away unconsciously.
Some truths, she had already known long ago.
Without experiencing the mundane joys of life, how could one claim to be complete, let alone become an immortal?
She should maintain a calm heart towards all things.
Noticing a wrinkle in Li Mo’s collar, she reached out to smooth it.
“??”
Li Mo was taken aback.
Bing Tuozi was fixing his collar?
That felt a bit off...
The Empress had always been aloof and unapproachable.
Even looking into her eyes for too long made one feel like an ant in her gaze...
Was it because she couldn’t tolerate any imperfections? Yes, it must be that!
Feeling strange, Li Mo continued to speak to Little Princess Jiang, “We can make a swing in the courtyard.”
“A swing?”
“Yeah, when you push it, you can fly really high.”
“Wow... that sounds so fun... Li Da Ge... you’re amazing...”
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