Chapter 804: Chapter 804: Have to Change the Method
Oppressed by Zhao Guang, Horace finally managed to quickly retreat in a moment of respite.
“I concede, I concede. I never expected your swordsmanship to be so advanced, it far surpasses mine.”
Horace blushed a little. It wasn’t just surpassed; it was surpassed by a great margin, as they were not even on the same level.
Famed for his relentless attacks, he discovered for the first time that someone else’s swordsmanship could be even more continuous. Zhao Guang’s previous attacks, while seemingly never explosive with each strike, always seemed poised to erupt.
He certainly couldn’t achieve that level, otherwise, he wouldn’t have been suppressed like a dog.
However, Zhao Guang’s swordsmanship also inspired him, letting him know the direction of his future efforts.
If he could keep working in this direction, perhaps his family’s swordsmanship could advance further. Nonetheless, it wasn’t easy, and he felt embarrassed to ask Zhao Guang for guidance.
To be honest, achieving such a feat wasn’t just a small technique; it should be considered a secret technique.
“Not at all, your strength is formidable as well, which has benefited me greatly.”
Since the opponent had stopped, Zhao Guang felt embarrassed to continue the fight, as this was merely a sparring session.
The opponent gave him face, so he couldn’t possibly discard it shamelessly. The battle had significantly deepened Zhao Guang’s understanding of his swordsmanship. After creating the Flowing Light Sword Technique, this was his first time sparring with someone.
Through this sparring, Zhao Guang also found the chance for further improvement.
If he continued to strengthen in this direction, his Flowing Light Sword Technique could truly integrate two Legendary Sword Techniques, elevating it beyond the Sky Sword Technique.
However, this required his own strength to further advance, as his current abilities were still insufficient.
Understanding the conditions of a Legendary Warrior, attempting to improve swordsmanship through mere imagination was impossible.
The surrounding people began to discuss: “Amazing, I didn’t expect Duke Zhao Guang’s swordsmanship to be so powerful, even stronger than Duke Horace’s.” Hearing Horace directly concede, some started to express their astonishment.
“You shouldn’t say that, perhaps Duke Horace did it intentionally; after all, he’s an established strongman.”
“That’s right, considering Duke Horace’s current situation… this is beneficial for everyone.”
“While that’s what you’re saying, Lord Zhao Guang indeed cultivated his Combat Energy to the degree of a Great Knight. With this strength, he surpasses even the Royal Knights I’ve seen, which is truly terrifying.”
Bear in mind, Zhao Guang himself is a Great Mage, making him a genuine practitioner of Dual Cultivation of Magic and Martial Arts.
Those who previously didn’t know Zhao Guang’s strength were now filled with amazement.
Once this news spreads, it will likely cause a nationwide sensation once again.
These lords might not understand Magic, but they are greatly familiar with Combat Energy. After all, they have been training since they were young; maybe they haven’t achieved much, but they understand the circumstances of a warrior.
If someone is strong in Magic, they might bitterly justify it as lacking talent.
But strength in Combat Energy signifies genuine hard work, leaving almost no room for luck.
Even with resources, they only serve to make one’s path smoother, something the nobles understand very well.
Horace felt a bit frustrated, having initially intended to leverage advice to foster relations, only to find himself the one being counseled. The opponent used his best technique against him, turning the tables to give him a lesson.
The water attribute is indeed the most suitable for continuous Combat Energy tactics, but the opponent executed it with the Light Attribute even better than he did.
Now he had no choice but to change the plan. He originally had another plan prepared, but it seemed abrupt. Now, perhaps there was another entry point.
Horace’s eyes suddenly lit up when he thought of his previous weapon.
“Um, can your weapon be manufactured again? I mean, I want to custom order one.”
Horace’s words surprised everyone around. Wasn’t he trying to forge alliances? Why was he asking for something? Was he trying to trade his concession for face with the other party? However, this seemed like a viable tactic.
If it proved effective, then Horace indeed wasn’t at a loss.
Worthy of a Duke, his thoughts were much more sophisticated compared to others, completely different indeed.
Zhao Guang was momentarily taken aback but then responded: “The Gold-Titanium Alloy hasn’t had its formula properly adjusted yet. Its conduction of Combat Energy is only about 50%, and it requires further research.”
“That’s a bit low, but it can be compensated with materials. Honestly, weapon smiths are hard to find; my family’s ancestral Sea Splitting Sword only has a conduction rate of around 90% for Combat Energy at best.”
Is it that low? Zhao Guang was somewhat surprised, having crafted his using materials from the Dragon Clan that not only achieved 100% conduction but also enhanced it.
It seems he had underestimated himself.
“In that case, it’s feasible. I’ll adjust it once I return. What was that material you mentioned?”
“Well, my ancestors had preserved some materials from a Legendary Magical Beast, which we’ve never used. This is a perfect opportunity to try them out. If it works, I will send you a gift that will surely satisfy you afterward.”
A gift again. Thinking back, Balola had also given him a gift before, a book he couldn’t understand.
Although incomprehensible, Zhao Guang knew the item certainly wasn’t simple.
After all, there were very few items that Zhao Guang, with his eyes, couldn’t understand. It definitely wasn’t a scribbled mess because he could discern some patterns, only he didn’t know how to piece them together yet.
“Alright then, let’s talk again after some time. I have to return to my territory to deal with some matters first.”
“No problem, I will also need some time to dig out the materials.”
When saying this, Horace isolated the sound with Combat Energy, as materials from a legendary being were not simple. Once leaked, it might even prompt other Great Mages to intervene and snatch it.
Some special materials might even make Legendary Strongmen take action.
However, that shouldn’t happen as his ancestors weren’t capable of directly exterminating a legendary strongman.
This banquet could be described as delighting both host and guest. After it concluded and resting for a night, Zhao Guang took off again the next day with Horace warmly seeing him off, heading towards his home.
His territory had already received news that a central area had been excavated next to one of the Mage Towers.
Here, they intended to create an artificial lake specifically for breeding Floating Fish. As for the surrounding planned farmland and villages, they had been relocated, luckily not many.
The people forced to move weren’t upset because Zhao Guang’s compensation was generous enough; a house there could be exchanged for two elsewhere.