Free Web NovelChapter 551: Chapter 384: First-Grade Crimson Cloud Saber, Emperor Yun’s Backing! (Double-Length)
"Reward?"
Song Changming was taken aback, not expecting the Grand Marshal of the Military Department to summon him and offer a reward as the first words spoken.
Clearly, his previous performances and military achievements had already been reported clearly by Wang Tianshuang and others.
Hence this scene now.
Song Changming realized what was happening, exchanged a glance with Wang Tianshuang, his own Grand Marshal.
Seeing Wang Tianshuang give a subtle nod, he felt reassured, hesitated no more, and directly cupped his hands in salute.
"Thank you, Grand Marshal. Previously, I exchanged for a Second Grade Saber Technique at the armory, and I’ve already mastered it. If possible, I’d like to further refine my swordsmanship..."
Since the Grand Marshal asked so directly, he also straightforwardly stated his need.
He wanted a higher-grade Sword Technique!
His Great Thunder Fire Saber was powerful, but after reaching the Perfection Realm, it could no longer be improved.
He indeed needed a higher-grade Sword Technique at the moment to further his understanding of the Sword Tao.
He originally planned to exchange for one from the armory after the current ferocious beasts incident if everything was fine.
But now, perhaps the Grand Marshal could reward him in advance.
"You’ve been in the military for only ten years, and you’ve already mastered the Second Grade Saber Technique from the armory?" Hu Tomb said with some surprise, losing a bit of his usual calm demeanor.
Only ten years of service, yet earning enough merit in the military to exchange for a Second Grade Saber Technique wasn’t easy.
Exchanging and then mastering it meant achieving this in just a few years.
This cultivation speed was undeniably fast.
Even in the eyes of this Grand Marshal, a grandmaster, it was worth giving Song Changming another look for it.
"If you can demonstrate the Perfection Realm Second Grade Saber Technique from the armory, I’ll decide for you to take a First Grade Saber Technique from the Prince’s Mansion. How about that?" Hu Tomb considered for a moment before making the offer.
Song Changming’s eyes lit up. Compared to the techniques housed in the military armory, those in the Prince’s Mansion mentioned by Hu Tomb were certainly a better choice.
After all, anything collected by the Prince’s Mansion would be of higher quality, something esteemed by the imperial family of Prince Cui.
Song Changming readily agreed. Without drawing his saber, he simply extended his left hand, aligning his forefinger and middle finger.
Using his fingers as a blade, Gang Qi surged within him.
A powerful Thunderfire Sword Intent emerged, with Gang Qi adhering to his fingers, transformed by the Sword Intent into a purple-gold sword qi of thunder and fire.
"Oh!" Hu Tomb, upon seeing the overwhelming Thunderfire Sword Intent around Song Changming, had already confirmed that Song Changming wasn’t lying.
He truly had mastered the Second Grade Saber Technique from the armory to the Perfection Realm, leaving not a single flaw.
Perfection Realm, Peak of Perfection!
Song Changming, realizing Hu Tomb had likely confirmed it, withdrew the fierce sword qi from his fingertips.
If he actually unleashed that collected sword qi, any miscalculation would cause considerable damage to the City Lord’s Mansion.
"Such talent..." Hu Tomb thought silently.
No need to say much. Just with this swordsmanship talent and previous achievements in battle, it’s clear that Song Changming’s future is limitless.
In fact, he had some impression of this military figure, Song Changming.
During previous military parades, Song Changming had already made a significant impression, which Hu Tomb had noticed.
Now having slain the Thunder Wheel Tiger Demon, it further highlighted just how strong Song Changming’s true strength was.
Hu Tomb had somewhat underestimated Song Changming earlier; otherwise, he would’ve paid closer attention sooner.
"Are you skilled in Fire Attribute Saber Techniques?" Hu Tomb asked.
Song Changming nodded.
"I have a First-Grade Red Cloud Saber. Would you like to learn it?" Hu Tomb asked.
Upon hearing this, Wang Tianshuang and Hu Xuzhi exchanged glances, even Meng Kunlun raised his eyelids, indicating his interest in the matter.
The Red Cloud Saber was not ordinary.
The "Cloud" in Red Cloud Saber referred to Yun Province, originating from the Imperial Capital of Yun Province!
It was a Saber Technique personally created by Emperor Yun in his early years!
Undoubtedly, it was both a top-tier saber technique and a symbol.
Mastering this Saber Technique not only signified origin from Yun Province but also indicated backing from Emperor Yun!
Ordinary people cannot learn this Saber Technique.
And for the Grand Marshals present, Hu Tomb personally imparting the Red Cloud Saber was a clear gesture of alliance.
After Song Changming learned this saber technique, he would inevitably be marked by the power faction of the Emperor of Yun Province.
As such, for the Grand Marshals wanting to draw Song Changming into their own families completely, it was basically impossible.
Wang Tianshuang’s eyes flickered but he couldn’t say anything, merely lamenting the missed opportunity.
He didn’t expect Hu Tomb to be so decisive, all set to recruit Song Changming.
It seemed Hu Tomb also valued Song Changming greatly.
As Song Changming’s growth and performance became more impressive, it was impossible for Wang Tianshuang to hide it even if he wanted to.
Song Changming, however, was unaware of all the implications behind the reward of the Red Cloud Saber.
Only after Hu Tomb elaborated a bit on the origin of this Saber Technique did he understand slightly.
Regardless, with the phrase "created by Emperor Yun," it was enough to demonstrate the uniqueness of this saber technique.
It also indicated it was definitely a quality saber technique.
There’s no reason for Song Changming to refuse; he gladly accepted.
At present, even having some connection with Emperor Yun is advantageous for him.
Emperor Yun is a figure of such renown that even outsiders are wary.
Seeing Song Changming accept, Hu Tomb smiled, casually retrieved a thick book from the Heaven and Earth Ring.
