The undead have descended upon the world? I possess a sword that can cleave the heavens once more!

Ye Yi sat behind his desk, his eyes still slightly sleepy, but when his gaze fell on the pile of silver-white small swords on the desk, his eyes widened suddenly.

"You mean, each of these little gadgets has the power to instantly kill an eighth-tier corpse species?"

He stared blankly at the pile of small, silver-white swords on his desk, which looked like works of art.

Wu You nodded: "Yes."

To be honest, his previous descriptions were somewhat conservative.

Unlike the previous rune swords, these were a new batch of rune swords he made after reaching the ninth rank.

The power of the rune sword condensed after the ninth rank is naturally incomparable.

If used properly, it can even severely injure a ninth-tier corpse species.

Of course, it's still impossible to kill in an instant.

The ninth level is also known as the Realm of Illusion. In this realm, humans can project their own power into the outside world to form an illusory body.

In the illusory form state, power consumption increases significantly, but similarly, strength also receives a tremendous boost.

Corpse creatures also experience a significant boost in combat power when they reach the ninth rank, either by a substantial increase in size or by gaining some powerful new ability.

Although Wu You killed a ninth-tier corpse species in one move before, that was because the various sword intents in the [Seven Tribulations Sword Chapter] were extremely powerful.

The ultimate destruction of the Pivot Sword, the complete sealing of the Whirlwind Sword, the causal protection of the Collapse Sword, and so on—these are things that ordinary ninth-tier ability users cannot possess.

If other ninth-tier ability users encountered a ninth-tier corpse species, whether they could win or not was another matter entirely.

Even if you could beat them, it would still take a lot of effort to kill them.

As for the eighth rank?

Being able to withstand a single blow from a ninth-tier illusory being is quite impressive.

The difference between the eighth and ninth orders is extremely large.

This is also why Wu You doesn't think these talisman swords can instantly kill a ninth-tier opponent.

After all, these talisman swords are all condensed from one of the Seven Luminaries Swords of the Star Pivot. A single technique, no matter how strong, has limited power.

If several techniques are combined, there is still a chance to kill a ninth-tier opponent.

Thinking of this, Wu You couldn't help but have some new ideas:

Is it possible to integrate several techniques of the Seven Luminaries Sword of the Star Pivot into a single talisman sword?

For example, by combining the most powerful attacking technique, the Breaking Army Style, with the target-locking Yao Guang Dong Ming Style, the talisman sword can automatically track the target as it flies out, thus eliminating the need for aiming the talisman sword.

Alternatively, could multiple talisman swords be arranged in a specific orientation so that their energies resonate with each other, forming a unified attack network that is far stronger than a single sword?

Isn't this just a talisman sword formation?

Thinking of this, Wu You stroked his chin, feeling that there was still much potential for the future development of this talisman-infused sword technique.

Now that the technique of planting talismans and entrusting swords has been perfected, further exploration in this area can be put on the agenda.

At this time.

"Goodness."

Ye Yi's voice pulled Wu You back from his reverie.

"This tiny thing can instantly kill an eighth-tier opponent? Then I wouldn't even be able to withstand a single sword strike?"

He carefully picked up a talisman sword that shimmered with starlight, held it up to his eyes, and examined it from all angles.

The small, silver-white sword gleamed faintly at his fingertips, the flowing starlight on its blade seeming to breathe, flickering brightly and dimly.

Hearing his words, Wu You also snapped out of his thoughts, thought for a moment, and added, "You need to aim accurately, and it's all one-time use."

"That's enough!" Ye Yi's voice was filled with excitement.

He carefully placed the talisman sword back on the table, then seemed to remember something: "Speaking of which, you produce this—"

He paused for a moment and pointed to the pile of talisman swords on the table.

"The talisman sword," Wu You continued.

"Can you replicate your ability or technology to produce this talisman sword?" Ye Yi lowered her voice.

His eyes were full of anticipation.

Wu You certainly understood what Ye Yi meant.

If the production process of the talisman sword can be replicated, it means that a production line for talisman swords can be established.

At that time, the torchbearers in each province and city would each have several talisman swords, and the corpses of the eighth rank and below would no longer be a threat. The casualty rate of those comrades who carried out the cleanup mission would also drop significantly.

Isn't it beautiful?

Wu You pondered for a moment.

To produce talisman swords using the Talisman Sword Technique, he needs the sword skills he previously mastered, as well as the cool energy within his body.

That coolness was bestowed upon him by the Sword Codex; it was something unique to him in this world, something that no one else could replicate.

He had already experimented before; that coolness was unique to him, and no one else could produce the same coolness even if they practiced the sword techniques of the Sword Manual.

This means that even if Wu You teaches others the corresponding sword techniques and the talisman sword-making technique, they will still be unable to produce talisman swords that correspond to those sword techniques.

Thinking of this, Wu You shook his head: "This is closely related to my abilities; others probably can't replicate it."

Upon hearing this, disappointment flashed in Ye Yi's eyes.

Then, Wu You remembered the two people in white coats.

He hesitated for a moment, then added, "However, it seems the research institute has already received the talisman sword."

"The research should have already begun."

Nothing is absolute. Perhaps the researchers at the institute can reverse engineer certain key principles from the talisman sword, and then modify and adapt them to create a version of the "talisman sword" for those with special abilities.

Ye Yi nodded, shifting his gaze from the talisman sword to Wu You.

He pondered for a moment, tapped his fingers lightly on the table twice, and then spoke: "We don't have that many contribution points in our accounts right now."

"However, I will apply to the province for a batch of contribution points later, which will be directly deposited into your personal account."

"No—" Wu Yougang was about to say something.

Ye Yi interrupted directly, saying, "You are not allowed to refuse."

His tone was firm and decisive, leaving no room for negotiation.

Wu You smiled and said, "I didn't intend to refuse."

"What I'm saying is, if there's nothing else, I'll go and rest now."

He never intended to refuse, and he certainly wouldn't mind contributing more of this stuff.

He paused, stretched, and his spine made a few soft cracking sounds.

Ye Yi was also taken aback for a moment, then laughed: "You didn't spend all night making this thing, did you?"

Wu You waved his hand: "Who says otherwise?"

. . . . . .

After leaving the director's office, Wu You went to the rest room in the investigation bureau building and took a short nap on a bed.

When he opened his eyes again, a thin ray of pale golden sunlight had already pierced through the curtains of the lounge and was lying on the floor.

He sat up in bed and looked at his watch.

Time: 7:35.

I only slept for a little over two hours.

It wasn't a long time, but it was enough.

His energy had mostly recovered, and the slight fatigue he had felt from condensing the talisman sword all night had completely subsided.

Wu You got up, washed her face briefly, tidied her hair, and went straight to the director's office.

In less than an hour, the college entrance examination for martial arts students in Lanhe City will officially begin.