"Unless what?" Young Master Zhang asked urgently.
Although he hadn't touched the sword, a deep greed still lingered in his eyes.
If there was a way to eliminate the sword's killing aura, this divine weapon would be his.
Lin Xiaotian said with a smile, "Unless you offer the lives of others as a sacrifice. The stronger the power, the better the effect. I estimate that after all the others except you have given their lives, this sword can be yours."
Upon hearing this, the expressions of everyone present finally changed, their eyes filled with horror.
Because they knew very well what decision Young Master Zhang would make.
The main purpose of coming here was for this sword.
Now that a method to break the curse had been found, they naturally wouldn't wait any longer.
A ferocious look flashed in Young Master Zhang's eyes. He gritted his teeth and his gaze immediately turned to Lin Xiaotian, a thoughtful expression appearing in his eyes.
The men he had brought with him now surrounded Lin Xiaotian, their gazes filled with coldness.
"Are you trying to make me the first test subject?" Lin Xiaotian asked with a half-smile.
Young Master Zhang shook his head, "You might have misunderstood me. That's not what I meant."
"I just want to know how to perform this sacrifice. So, you will demonstrate it yourself. You don't need to hold the sword, just get close to it."
Lin Xiaotian said with a half-smile, "You say no, but your actions are honest. There's no need to be coy."
"There are only a few of us here, and others can't get down. Just tell me what you want me to do quickly, I'm too lazy to waste time here."
Young Master Zhang sneered. He didn't care what deal Lin Xiaotian had with Tianluodiwang.
After all, the benefits wouldn't fall into his hands, so he already harbored murderous intent.
"Lin Xiaotian, if you hadn't told us this method, and if you had saved one of us, that would have been a life-saving grace. Might as well see this good deed through to the end."
"Come on, demonstrate what you just said."
"If you are lucky enough to survive, we will be eternally grateful to you. But if you are fooling us, you will bear the consequences yourself."
Lin Xiaotian's smile became even more pronounced. His eyes held a hint of amusement, "Since I proposed this method, I don't mind demonstrating it for you. However, this sword has no effect on me."
"So if you want to eliminate the sword's malevolent aura through information, then making me the test subject is a complete mistake."
"I originally didn't want to take this sword, but since you are pushing me so hard, then don't blame me."
The few people exchanged glances upon hearing this.
Because they simply didn't believe what Lin Xiaotian had just said.
If Lin Xiaotian truly had the ability to wield this divine weapon, why would he have waited until now?
Lin Xiaotian walked over directly, then reached out and pulled out the sword. The smile on his face grew even wider, "For you, this malevolent aura might affect your mind or even cause you to lose yourself completely."
"But for me, this fierce sword has no effect whatsoever."
After speaking, he swung the sword a few times in his hand, unleashing a sword qi.
"Boom..."
Several large rocks immediately fell from the cave wall.
The cuts were smooth and flat, as if they were mirrors.
Seeing this scene, the eyes of the few people were filled with burning desire. Their first thought was to find a way to snatch the sword.
Young Master Zhang's eyes were even more fervent. A look of anticipation appeared in his eyes.
He gave a look to the people around him.
The meaning was clear: seize an opportunity and snatch the item.
Those people also prepared to act according to his wishes.
But in the next second.
Lin Xiaotian casually threw the sword back.
Everyone was stunned. No one expected Lin Xiaotian to make such a move. Their faces were filled with disbelief.
If they were in this situation, and had the chance to wield this divine weapon, they would definitely claim it for themselves immediately. Yet Lin Xiaotian didn't do that at all.
Lin Xiaotian's smile remained brilliant. He said with a smile, "For me, this item is neither here nor there. After all, even with a mere branch, I can exert immense power. But you are different. Your strength is weak, and you still need this sword."
"If you want to obtain it, you will have to do it yourselves."
"As for how to do it, I've already told you. If you don't believe me, then I have nothing more to say."
Young Master Zhang's eyes burned with increasing intensity. He had just witnessed the power of Lin Xiaotian's casual sword strike.
At this moment, he felt that the people around him were no match for Lin Xiaotian, and Lin Xiaotian had no intention of competing with him for the item, which left him in a dilemma.
If powerful life force and strength were needed for the sacrifice, Lin Xiaotian was undoubtedly the most suitable among them.
But precisely because Lin Xiaotian was too strong, they were no match for him. Therefore, they were in a dilemma. If these people couldn't defeat Lin Xiaotian, he would surely die here, and perhaps Tianluodiwang wouldn't even know what happened.
Lin Xiaotian said calmly, "I know what you are thinking, but I advise you not to act rashly, or you will not be able to bear the consequences."
Upon hearing this, everyone present exchanged glances, their eyes filled with solemnity.
Young Master Zhang decided not to take the risk. He looked at the person beside him and said, "You go and follow every step that Lin Xiaotian mentioned."
"Lin Xiaotian is truly our friend. With such a divine weapon before him, he has no intention of snatching it. I will definitely be your friend."
"Alright, I'm also happy to be friends with you," Lin Xiaotian said with a smile.
He had already guessed what these people were thinking and couldn't be bothered to deal with them anymore.
He leaned against the wall, smoking a cigarette, and watched quietly.
The method he proposed was indeed effective, but the sacrifice that would be completed at that time would at most result in an ordinary blade, not a divine weapon.
Because this sword relied on the rich malevolent aura on its blade.
That malevolent aura was enough to erode the minds of everyone present.