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Chapter 1046: Corpse Malefic Aura
Chapter 1046: Corpse Malefic Aura
"What exactly is wrong with the Sword Hedgehog?"
Lu Xuan paused and asked curiously.
He had a deep impression of the Sword Hedgehog; when he entered, he had heard Mo Yuanfeng mention that it was a peculiar creature produced by the Hundred Trades Sword Peak. It was a special type of refined metal and stone spirit monster. After refinement, it retained a certain level of spiritual intelligence and, driven by its instincts, wandered around the Sword Sect, collecting and absorbing discarded flying swords, leftover spirit mines, stray sword qi, and the like.
After fusion and refinement, it would condense them into numerous spikes resembling sword blades, making it an excellent material for forging flying swords.
"The Sword Hedgehog has low spiritual intelligence and is naturally docile. It would never take the initiative to attack Sword Sect disciples, not even Outer Sect disciples at the Foundation Establishment realm."
"But recently, for some unknown reason, it has become much more ferocious. Not only does it refuse to let Sword Sect disciples approach, but it has also started to actively attack."
"Although their strength is average, their bodies are covered in countless sword blade spikes. Without any defense, even Inner Sect disciples would suffer significant injuries."
Chen Bingxue frowned as he spoke.
"Alright, then I'll go with you to take a look."
"However, if I can't find the root of the Sword Hedgehog's problem, I ask that you not blame me, Master."
Lu Xuan stood up and said.
"Of course, I won't blame you."
Chen Bingxue chuckled lightly, and then a deep green sword light shot out from his sleeve, enveloping the two of them as they entered the Sword Qi Cloud Sea.
After about a dozen breaths, they landed on a towering peak that was tens of thousands of feet high.
"Master Chen!"
"Greetings, Master!"
The two of them landed on a dark square, and immediately, no fewer than ten Hundred Trades Sword Peak disciples came to greet them.
"This must be Brother Lu Xuan from the True Sword Peak?"
A dignified young man smiled and greeted Lu Xuan.
"Indeed, it is me. Greetings, Senior Brother."
Lu Xuan returned the greeting with a bow.
After a brief introduction, he learned that the young man was named Xu Wenbo, a Jade Pinnacle Completion Realm cultivator, and he was one of the top Inner Sect disciples of the Hundred Trades Sword Peak.
"Wenbo, how are the Sword Hedgehogs doing now?"
Chen Bingxue asked.
"The few Sword Hedgehogs that were wandering around the sect have all been gathered back to the Sword Peak. They are currently restrained by magical artifacts, but they still look ferocious, and we still can't figure out what's wrong with them."
Xu Wenbo said with a serious expression.
"Let's go and take a look, Junior Brother Lu."
Chen Bingxue nodded slightly and turned to Lu Xuan.
"Okay."
Lu Xuan replied simply.
Soon, the group of them entered a stone cave.
The interior of the cave was extremely spacious, and numerous runes were inscribed on the walls. With Lu Xuan's current understanding of artifact refinement and array paths, he could vaguely see that the runes had a spirit-sealing effect.
Deep within the cave, there were six strange creatures resembling gray-black stone balls. Their surfaces were covered in countless sword blades of various lengths, giving them the appearance of giant hedgehogs with their quills magnified hundreds of times.
The six Sword Hedgehogs were clearly in an abnormal state; their sword blades trembled incessantly, their eyes were bloodshot red, and they emitted low roars from their mouths.
On each Sword Hedgehog's body, there were pale golden ropes as thick as thumbs, binding them tightly. Upon closer inspection, countless tiny purple-gold spirit patterns could be seen constantly changing.
"Junior Brother, you can observe them without worry. These Sword Hedgehogs are now under control."
Chen Bingxue spoke in a low voice.
Lu Xuan nodded and slowly approached one of the Sword Hedgehogs.
Within the forest of sword blades, he could vaguely see the Sword Hedgehog's bloodshot eyes.
It noticed Lu Xuan's approach, and its body, restrained by the pale golden ropes, struggled to lift itself up. Its roars became more urgent.
Lu Xuan remained unmoved, his eyes emitting a faint layer of spiritual light as he used his spiritual perception to carefully examine every minute detail of the Sword Hedgehog's body.
"Hmm?"
His gaze fell on the junction between the sword blade and the Sword Hedgehog's body.
At the base of the blade, there were faint, nearly invisible black lines. Without the use of his Eye Technique, it would have been impossible to detect them with the naked eye, and even spiritual perception might have overlooked them.
"It seems you've noticed the strangeness on the Sword Hedgehog's body, haven't you, Junior Nephew?"
There was a hint of acknowledgment in Chen Bingxue's tone.
The fact that Lu Xuan had noticed the anomaly right away gave him even more confidence.
"Senior Uncle Chen, do you know where those black lines came from?"
"We've had many fellow disciples examine it, and whether or not they noticed the black lines, no one knows their origin."
Chen Bingxue shook his head.
"As for a solution, it's even more challenging. We've tried various methods of dispelling and purifying malevolent auras, but they've only had a minor effect. Before long, the Sword Hedgehog's ferocious temperament returns."
"Those black lines are likely the culprit behind the Sword Hedgehog's abnormality. However, Junior Nephew, you should think it through and also try other methods to explore and experiment."
Lu Xuan pondered for a moment and took out a stalk of Silver Sword Grass.
"This is a Fourth Rank Thousand Thunder Sword Grass, containing a rich thunder aura. It has a strong restraining effect on malevolent objects."
"According to your understanding of the Sword Hedgehog, they should consume sword grass, right?"
When faced with uncertainty, Lu Xuan resorted to feeding the spirit beast, as the Sword Hedgehog's anomaly was beyond his knowledge. He decided to use the foolproof method of feeding.
"Yes, the Sword Hedgehogs have always loved these sword-related treasures."
Xu Wenbo, standing nearby, spoke up immediately.
Lu Xuan nodded slightly and fed the Thousand Thunder Sword Grass to the Sword Hedgehog.
Even in its abnormal state, the Sword Hedgehog couldn't resist the temptation of such a delicacy. While it continued to roar intermittently, it hurriedly swallowed the Thousand Thunder Sword Grass.
Seeing this, Lu Xuan's lips curved upwards, and he focused his mind on the Sword Hedgehog's body.
Then, a thought flashed through his mind.
[Sword Hedgehog, a rare metal and stone-type spirit monster with simple spiritual intelligence. It can collect and attract flying swords, sword auras, spirit mines, and other sword dao treasures. It forms a sword blade spirit embryo within its body, making it an excellent material for forging high-grade flying swords. Its strength varies depending on the quality and number of sword blades it can control.]
[Abnormal State: It has consumed multiple damaged ancient swords brought back from an ancient battlefield, absorbing the rare Corpse Malefic Aura contained within. Combined with the numerous aggressive sword blades on its surface, it forms an unknown malevolent aura, which subtly influences the Sword Hedgehog's temperament, making it highly aggressive.]
[Corpse Malefic Aura: A rare malevolent aura formed over millions of years in ancient battlefields, extremely difficult to detect. It can unknowingly drive creatures insane and bloodthirsty. The lower the spiritual intelligence and the weaker the will, the more susceptible they are to its influence.]
[Advanced Buddhist treasures can be used to cleanse the Corpse Malefic Aura. Then, placing the Sword Hedgehog near the treasure for nourishment and regulation can fundamentally eliminate the unknown malevolent aura, restoring it to normal.]
"Corpse Malefic Aura... I've never heard of it before. No wonder even a large sword sect couldn't determine the origin of the black lines."
"Moreover, the malevolent aura combines with the sword blades on the Sword Hedgehog's body, which contain strong aggressive auras, forming another special malevolent aura."
Lu Xuan thought to himself.
(End of Chapter)
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