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Chapter 544 - 485: For Revenge, Abandon the Treasure Sword

Chapter 544: Chapter 485: For Revenge, Abandon the Treasure Sword

Nolan Manor was located in the suburbs of Shenjing, covering dozens of acres. The estate featured green mountains and water, and ancient-style courtyards and pavilions complemented each other, creating a scene so magnificent that it transported one back to the residences of ancient princes and generals.

After midnight, Nolan Manor was tranquil, with only a few courtyards styled in the Qing Dynasty architecture still lit up.

Among them, in a courtyard by the man-made lake of the manor, Wu Mu took advantage of the time when the Evil Yin Qi was the most intense to meditate and cultivate as usual.

Not far from Wu Mu, Ku Rong, the leading disciple of the Ghost Sect, also sat cross-legged, seemingly engaged in meditation cultivation. However, he couldn’t calm his mind and would occasionally steal glances at Wu Mu.

The two had arrived at Nolan Manor in the afternoon, expecting that the head of the Nolan Family, Nolan Mingde, would be waiting for them. However, Nolan Mingde was in seclusion, attempting to break through to the Gang Qi Realm, and had instructed the members of the Nolan Family that they were not to be disturbed no matter what happened.

The Gang Qi Realm was a symbol of a Supreme Strongman, immensely difficult to break through and fraught with certain dangers.

As a Supreme Strongman of the Gang Qi Realm himself, Wu Mu was well aware of this and, therefore, did not throw a tantrum or act pretentiously. Instead, he and Ku Rong settled down in the manor to wait for Nolan Mingde to come out of seclusion.

Compared to him, Ku Rong did not have such patience.

In his view, given Wu Mu’s strength and his status within the Hua Xia Cultivation World, Nolan Mingde should have emerged from seclusion sooner, rather than having them wait.

Whoosh!

After an unknown period, Wu Mu suddenly opened his eyes, saw Ku Rong looking at him, and frowned, "Every day after midnight, the Evil Yin Qi in the atmosphere is most intense. It’s the best time to practice the ’Ghost Demon Skill.’ Don’t you know that?"

"Master... Master, I feel that Nolan Mingde lacks self-awareness," Ku Rong replied somewhat anxiously, expressing his dissatisfaction even in the face of Wu Mu’s scolding. "You deigned to visit here, and it’s bad enough that he didn’t come out to meet you immediately, but now he is also reluctant to appear."

"He has already come," Wu Mu said indifferently.

Huh?

Hearing Wu Mu’s words, Ku Rong stirred inside, opened his Spiritual Sense, and immediately sensed a powerful aura rushing towards the courtyard.

Although his strength was inferior to Nolan Mingde’s, as a Magician, his consciousness was stronger than Nolan Mingde’s, and naturally, he could sense Nolan Mingde’s aura.

"Nolan Mingde’s Blood Qi is so vigorous, it seems he’s only half a step away from the Gang Qi Realm," remarked Ku Rong, unable to stop himself from praising after sensing the aura.

Wu Mu, expressionless, said, "He is among the top Half-step Gang Qi realm Cultivators in the Hua Xia Cultivation World, so naturally, his Blood Qi is vigorous. But breaking through to the Gang Qi Realm is not as easy as you think. To step into the Gang Qi Realm, one must achieve ’Break and Stand,’ which requires a resolute Martial Arts Will."

Ku Rong nodded thoughtfully upon hearing this.

"Sorry, Master Wu Mu, Nolan Mingde has neglected you," Ku Rong said.

Soon afterward, before Ku Rong could come up with a reason, Nolan Mingde stopped outside the door of the courtyard, and his resonant voice filled the air.

"Mingde, attempting to break through to the Gang Qi Realm is a major event; there is nothing neglectful about that," Wu Mu said as he slowly stood up.

Huh?

Outside, Nolan Mingde, hearing Wu Mu’s words and sensing the familiarity in his tone, couldn’t help feeling astonished.

Because... as far as he knew, as the Sect Leader of the Ghost Sect and a Supreme Strongman of the Gang Qi Realm, Wu Mu, although not as unpredictable as Chu Xuanji, was very somber and difficult to get along with.

"If he’s not seeking something, he wouldn’t visit—Wu Mu being so courteous probably means nothing good," thought Nolan Mingde, a leader with not only strong capabilities but also high emotional intelligence. Having a vague hunch, he pushed the door open and entered.

"Mingde has seen Master Wu Mu," Nolan Mingde said, greeting with a fist and palm salute as soon as he entered, bowing slightly, maintaining a very humble posture.

"Mingde, you are too polite; let’s go inside to talk," Wu Mu returned the gesture, uncharacteristically.

Seeing this, Nolan Mingde’s unease intensified, but he did not show it on his face. Instead, he nodded with a smile, made a welcoming gesture, and then entered the hall together with Wu Mu and Ku Rong.

Like the overall style of Nolan Manor, the hall of this courtyard was decorated in an ancient style; all the furniture was made of high-quality rosewood, and the walls were adorned with calligraphy and paintings by famous artists, each priceless.

This also indirectly proved the centuries-old heritage of the Nolan Family, far beyond what those who had become wealthy through coal mining and real estate could compare.

"Mingde, to be honest, my uninvited visit to Nolan Manor was to discuss a matter with you," Wu Mu took the initiative to start the conversation once they were seated.

"Please speak, Master Wu Mu," Mingde’s eyes flashed with unease.

"You should know, I specialize in Artifact Refining," Wu Mu said.

Whoosh!

Upon hearing this, Nolan Mingde suddenly thought of something, his expression changed, and he momentarily forgot to respond.

"I’m planning to refine a High-level Magic Artifact soon, which requires absorbing a large amount of resentful energy, even resentful spirits," Wu Mu, seeing his reaction, decided not to beat around the bush and got straight to the point.

Upon hearing Wu Mu’s words again, Nolan Mingde’s complexion completely changed.

Nolan Manor was strategically located, not only combining Feng Shui knowledge in its layout but also forming a Formation, considered a rare geomantic treasure in the secular world.

There was hardly any resentful energy or the presence of resentful spirits in the entire estate, except for the Nolan Family’s ancestral treasure sword—the Soul-devouring Blade!