Chapter 105: Jiang Family Patron, Gu Xingjian!

Although the terms offered by the other party were highly tempting.

But he had long been accustomed to traveling alone, and joining a faction would inevitably be inconvenient.

Most importantly, the feeling of being controlled by others made him deeply uncomfortable.

Thinking of this, Gu Xingjian clenched his Yaguan, lifted his head, and gazed at Jiang Daoxuan, ready to refuse.

But before he could speak, Jiang Daoxuan anticipated his thoughts and interrupted first.

"If you become a Jiang family patron, you need only remain at Cangwu Mountain for three years; after that, whether to stay or leave is entirely your own choice. What do you say?"

"Moreover, I've heard you possess a fragmented sword scripture; now, observing your swordplay, though your explosive power is formidable, your follow-through lacks strength—surely due to the limitations of this fragmented scripture, causing your sword path to stagnate."

"The sword technique I just demonstrated is called the Guiyuan Sword Scripture, a Grade Earth Supreme sword art. Once you fully comprehend it, it will surely remedy your shortcomings and enable you to reach higher realms."

Upon hearing this, Gu Xingjian widened his eyes in shock!

Although he knew the other party's sword art was powerful, he had never imagined this scripture could reach Grade Earth Supreme!

After all, the complete version of the fragmented scripture he had the fortune to possess was merely Grade Earth Low.

Yet this Jiang Jianzong, upon his first move, offered him such a tremendous surprise—it was truly unbelievable!

At this moment, Gu Xingjian did not consider that Jiang Daoxuan might be deceiving him.

After all, the other party had effortlessly defeated him with a single sword strike, so there was absolutely no need to deceive him.

Immediately afterward, Gu Xingjian recalled all the conditions offered, and his heart began to beat uncontrollably.

He admitted he was somewhat tempted.

After all, joining the Jiang family for only three years would grant him freedom, along with the Guiyuan Sword Scripture.

Where else in the world could such a deal be found?

After all, according to his knowledge, a Grade Earth Supreme sword scripture was not only unattainable in this region, but even across the entire Tiandou Prefecture, not a single one could be found!

This was truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

After weighing the pros and cons.

Gu Xingjian's gaze flickered, and he made up his mind.

He slowly raised his head, his sharp eyes fixed directly on Jiang Daoxuan, lowering his proud head for the first time, and said solemnly: "Gu Xingjian, greets the clan chief!"

Jiang Daoxuan smiled faintly.

He retrieved a copy of the Guiyuan Sword Scripture from his system storage and handed it to him.

"Trust those you employ; doubt those you don't. Since you've joined the Jiang family, no more games—take this Guiyuan Sword Scripture and cultivate it."

Gu Xingjian was greatly surprised.

He had expected to need a period of evaluation or to complete some task before gaining such an invaluable scripture.

Yet he had never imagined receiving it so easily.

Faced with Jiang Daoxuan's trust, Gu Xingjian's heart warmed; he extended his left hand to accept it and said solemnly: "Thank you, clan chief."

Jiang Daoxuan nodded.

He secretly registered Gu Xingjian's aura onto the Fuling Great Array's whitelist, then stepped forward.

"Follow me up the mountain."

At these words, Gu Xingjian immediately sheathed his sword and followed.

The two crossed the Shanmen, gradually heading toward the Jiang family's base.

As they advanced deeper.

The spiritual energy, thick to the extreme and forming a misty aura, enveloped Gu Xingjian's body, causing every pore to open and his spirit to surge!

Was the spiritual energy here not excessively dense?

Sensing all this, even Gu Xingjian, who had spent years traveling far and wide, could not remain composed—he was visibly stunned, his face filled with shock!

The density of spiritual energy here even surpassed that of powerful sects guarded by Moon Wheel realm cultivators!

Gu Xingjian's heart trembled; he silently gazed at Jiang Daoxuan's back, sensing an aura of mystery surrounding the man.

At the same moment, his mind raced with thoughts.

Within Cangwu Mountain, he could find a sword master like Jiang Daoxuan, who had perfected his sword intent, to frequently spar and refine his techniques.

And here, the terrifyingly dense spiritual energy was available for his cultivation and absorption.

In that case, wasn't Cangwu Mountain a perfect cultivation paradise? Why leave at all?

Gu Xingjian's heart grew warm.

Not long after.

Jiang Daoxuan led Gu Xingjian successfully to the family base.

Then, facing the many clan members, he announced:

Starting today, Gu Xingjian will become the new patron of the family, succeeding the Wang brothers!

At these words, the entire hall erupted!

"Gu Xingjian? The Gu Xingjian we know?"

"Of course! Who else wears black robes, carries a black sword at his waist, has no right hand, and wields a sword with his left? And to be chosen by my lord? He must be an extraordinary powerhouse—no ordinary person could catch my lord's eye."

"Ssshh~ I never dreamed that yesterday I heard the tale of Gu Jianzong slaying the Black Wind Bandits, and today he himself arrives at our Jiang family to become our patron—it's simply unbelievable!"

"Do you think we'll now be able to ask Gu Jianzong for sword guidance?"

"It seems we really can! The clan chief is busy with the family's development—we wouldn't dare disturb him, but perhaps Gu patron can?"

"Hahaha! Now even Gu Jianzong has become our Jiang family patron—how glorious will our Jiang family become in the future? It's unimaginable!"

The Jiang clan youths gradually fell into ecstatic joy.

The arrival of a powerhouse like Gu Xingjian was undoubtedly a powerful boost for them.

It filled them with immense pride at belonging to such a formidable family.

By the time Jiang Daoxuan announced the news and left the scene.

At that moment, the news that Gu Xingjian had been appointed as the family's patron spread rapidly from one Jiang family disciple to another.

Soon, it reached throughout the entire Jiang family encampment, causing every Jiang family member to learn of this news!

Suddenly, many Jiang family disciples who cultivated the sword Dao began to seek out Gu Xingjian one after another, hoping he would guide them in sword techniques.

For these requests, Gu Xingjian, newly arrived, did not flatly refuse, thanks to his connection with Jiang Daoxuan.

Instead, he began patiently teaching them, pointing out the flaws in their sword practice.

It was from this day onward.

Gu Xingjian, in addition to serving as the Jiang family's patron, inexplicably took on the additional role of sword instructor!