I Can Use Myriad Divine Abilities-Chapter 306: Taowu

Dharma Guardian Divine General!

Zhang Yuan never expected that the position at the Celestial King Hall he once declined would be handed back to him.

Though it was presented under a different guise.

But Zhang Yuan understood very well that it was Hui Zhi’s way of trying to recruit him personally.

This Chief Mage has overseen the Divine Hall for decades, his prestige unmatched.

He was truly a stabilizing force akin to an anchor.

If he says there are both real and honorary titles for Dharma Guardian Divine General, who would dare to question him? 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

"Very well."

Hui Zhi retrieved a dark golden plaque from his sleeve and asked, "Do you still have that Outer Hall Guardian Token?"

Of course, he did, and it was Xuan Cheng who had specially returned it to Zhang Yuan.

Because the plaque was sealed with his aura.

If it fell into enemy hands, they could track him using a talisman or magic.

Zhang Yuan handed the Guardian Token to the mage.

The latter combined the two plaques in his palms, a faint glow emerged and quickly vanished.

The next moment, the Guardian Token turned into dust and scattered on the ground.

Hui Zhi rubbed his palms, and the dark golden plaque split into two.

He handed one to Zhang Yuan, saying, "This is the Divine General Token, similar to the Guardian Token for recording Daoist Merit and sending messages; moreover, it repels evil and wards off spirits, best kept close at all times."

The Divine General Token Hui Zhi gave to Zhang Yuan functions like the Guardian Token but with significant differences.

The Divine General Token contains special powers.

When carried, it wards off lesser spirits who dare not approach.

Furthermore, it continually absorbs the holder’s aura, producing mysterious resonance.

Thus, the Divine General Token is considered a Profound Artifact, its preciousness self-evident.

"Thank you, elder."

Zhang Yuan earnestly secured the Divine General Token close to his body.

Hui Zhi chuckled and clapped his hands; the large green donkey acting as his mount immediately shuffled over with small steps.

The mage reached for the pouch hanging on the donkey’s back and pulled out a long blade.

Zhang Yuan’s eyes suddenly focused.

Because the blade was sheathed, yet two talismans were prominently affixed to the python leather sheath!

Hui Zhi held the blade, contemplated thoughtfully for a moment.

"Its name is Taowu."

The Chief Mage showed a hint of seriousness, as if reminiscing or lamenting something: "It was the weapon of the former Dharma Guardian Divine General, accompanying them in battles for decades."

He placed the long blade on the table and looked at Zhang Yuan, saying, "This is a Profound Artifact and indeed a Fierce Soldier. It is said that none of its previous wielders met a peaceful end, originally sealed under the Celestial King Statue."

"I thought you might have a destiny with this blade, so I brought it today."

Profound Artifact Fierce Soldier!

Zhang Yuan did not expect such a "gift" from the other party.

After pondering briefly, he asked, "Palace Master, can I have a close look?"

He accepted the position of Dharma Guardian Divine General, returning to the Celestial King Hall system, naturally had to change how he addressed Hui Zhi.

Hui Zhi nodded: "Of course."

Zhang Yuan reached out to take the long blade known as "Taowu."

He was secretly stunned.

The size of this weapon was similar to the General-Slaying Saber, yet its weight was more than twice that of the latter.

Under Hui Zhi’s gesture, Zhang Yuan removed the talisman affixed to the sheath.

Roar!

Yet the blade had yet to be unsheathed when the nearby donkey suddenly reacted as if confronted by a bloodthirsty tiger, its eyes showing panic as it awkwardly retreated.

It nearly lost balance and fell to the ground.

Zhang Yuan’s expression slightly changed.

Through the sheath, he could clearly sense the ferocity and agitation of the long blade, as if it could break free at any moment and bring death to all living things.

Still, this did not scare Zhang Yuan; instead, it intensified his interest in the Taowu Saber.

Zhang Yuan’s skill with blades was no secret; everyone in the Celestial King Hall knew.

But in the previous battle with Li Wanlong, he lost the General-Slaying Saber.

Though the General-Slaying Saber was not a Profound Soldier, it was at the pinnacle within Mortal Soldiers.

Zhang Yuan found it quite handy, even nurturing a touch of spirituality in the war blade, potentially transforming into a Profound Soldier given time.

It was a pity it was destroyed by a formidable foe.

Unexpectedly, Hui Zhi gifted him with a Profound Artifact level long blade.

And declared it an ominous item!

This was indeed intriguing.

Zhang Yuan gripped the sheath with his left hand, held the hilt with his right, preparing to draw it for inspection.

"Wait."

Hui Zhi suddenly said: "Taowu is now yours, my mundane affairs are done, so I will take my leave."

He departed without waiting for Zhang Yuan to respond, leading the donkey out the door.

Zhang Yuan quickly rose to see him off at the entrance.

He witnessed the Chief Mage astride the donkey, disappearing amidst the jingling bell sounds.

In a blink, he vanished from sight, leaving no trace.

Yet right then, Hui Zhi’s voice reached Zhang Yuan’s ears from afar.

"If you cannot master the blade, simply return it."

If not for the Taowu Saber clenched in his hand, Zhang Yuan might doubt the reality of recent events.

From Hui Zhi’s arrival to departure, his stay at Zhang Yuan’s home was short.

Yet for Zhang Yuan, it felt like they conversed for a long time indeed.

Moreover, the mage gave him a very peculiar impression, as though not truly existing in the world, more like an elusive projection, seemingly real yet unfathomable!

After considering briefly, Zhang Yuan closed the door and returned to the courtyard.

He took a deep breath, then bravely unsheathed the saber.

Clang!

A flash of crimson blood light instantly illuminated Zhang Yuan’s eyes, shocking his spirit.

At this moment, Zhang Yuan felt like he was amidst mountains of corpses and seas of blood.

His ears filled with the sounds of combat and cries, his vision overwhelmed by intense red, and a fierce battle desire surged within, wishing to wield the long blade and sweep all direction.

Kill! Kill! Kill!

Zhang Yuan’s eyes turned scarlet, his pupils reflecting boundless rage and ferocity.

His deeply buried violence was immediately stirred!

On his left hand’s back, the Divine Nest Badge suddenly emerged; the Red Blood Divine Saber residing in the Sea of Qi abruptly awakened.

In the next instant, Zhang Yuan blinked, and his eyes regained clarity.

The evil spirit and killing intent swiftly faded from his face.

Zhang Yuan looked at the unsheathed Taowu Saber and couldn’t help but praise: "What a blade!"

The Fierce Soldier was similar in length to the General-Slaying Saber, just with a different shape, a slightly narrower and curved blade surface with a dull silver-white hue, faintly showing threads of blood lines.

The hilt was sculpted into a tiger beast motif, lifelike with exposed fangs.

Compared to the General-Slaying Saber, the first impression the Taowu Saber gave Zhang Yuan was ferocity.

Evil Qi contained within, drenched in blood light, holding it felt like gripping a bomb set to explode.

If it doesn’t harm the enemy, it will harm oneself!