Inverse Sword Mad God
Chapter 288 - 288 287 Lure the Tiger Away from the Mountain

288: Chapter 287: Lure the Tiger Away from the Mountain 288: Chapter 287: Lure the Tiger Away from the Mountain With Little Gold serving as his mode of transport, Lin Xuan could spare some time for cultivation.

Now, with only half a year remaining, he had to elevate his strength to a new height.

Now that Lin Feng had acquired Earth-grade Martial Arts, his strength would surely soar, and the only way for Lin Xuan to outdo Lin Feng was to master the Gale Chasing Lightning Sword.

However, wielding the Gale Chasing Lightning Sword required at least a Half-step Fusion Spirit, so Lin Xuan could only work on increasing his cultivation for the moment.

With a flip of his palm, Lin Xuan took out a Jade Scroll.

This Jade Scroll, which he acquired together with the Gale Chasing Lightning Sword, had a few small characters inscribed on it: “Underling of Wind Emperor, Gale King.”

Furthermore, it contained a surge of Spiritual Energy, capable of assisting the beneficiary to reach the Half-step Soul Fusion.

“Indeed, it’s related to the Wind Emperor!” A slight smile appeared on Lin Xuan’s lips as he began to absorb the Spiritual Energy inside.

He was now at the Spirit Sea Seventh Layer, and under normal circumstances, it would take two to three years to reach the Half-step Soul Fusion.

However, with this Jade Scroll, it would only take two to three months to enter the Half-step Fusion Spirit Realm.

And so, Lin Xuan began his monotonous cultivation.

In addition to absorbing the Spiritual Energy from the Jade Scroll, Lin Xuan also spent time researching the Gale Chasing Lightning Sword, utilizing the experiences left by his predecessors in the inheritance to quickly understand and comprehend it.

He also contemplated the mysterious Sword Box every few days.

Of course, these processes couldn’t be conducted on Little Gold’s back; he had to stop and find a secluded place, and set up an Array.

Lin Xuan’s strength was growing rapidly, and his cultivation also reached the peak of the Spirit Sea Seventh Layer.

Twenty days later, he arrived at the border of Heavenly Mountain Country.

The border of Heavenly Mountain Country was extremely dangerous, encompassed by mountains and rivers, with a high and perilous terrain filled with Demon Beasts.

Lin Xuan checked the map and realized that this area was also part of the Hengduan Mountain Range, featuring a river called Yin Xuan River, which was marked as extremely hazardous on the map.

The vast mountain range was so immense that one could hear the roaring river from a distance, producing a loud, continuous sound.

Accompanied by this sound was a chilling aura, enough to make one’s soul shiver.

The river was extremely wide and simply impassable by flight.

Moreover, it was eerily treacherous, to the point where even Soul Fusion Realm Experts could not safely fly over it.

Only special boats were capable of crossing.

There were two types of boats, one being the official ships backed by the Royal Family of Heavenly Mountain Country and various major powers; these had their dedicated docks and required checks for passengers.

The other type was more secretive, often utilized by those with backgrounds that couldn’t stand scrutiny, and the cost was exorbitant.

Lin Xuan opted for one of these private crossings.

His map indicated several locations where such boats could be found.

In the vast forests, suddenly, numerous sounds of ripping through the air rang out, and the robust fluctuations of Spiritual Power made many Demon Beasts cower on the ground.

A group of Martial Artists moved quickly, led by an elder in a Star Blue Robe, floating in mid-air.

“This time we’ve received news that the boy has entered the Hengduan Mountain Range; he must be planning to cross the river.

This is our last chance, and we must not fail!”

“Yes, Elder Lu!” Several Martial Artists responded respectfully.

Deep in the mountain range.

Lin Xuan sat on Little Gold, holding the Jade Scroll in his hand, absorbing the Spiritual Energy within.

Suddenly, Lord of Wine’s voice transmitted in warning, “Be careful, someone is coming after us!”

Lin Xuan’s eyebrows twitched, and he slowly opened his eyes, “All the marks have been removed; how could they still pursue us?”

“It’s their territory, after all; maybe someone saw something along the way,” suggested Lord of Wine.

“There’s a Soul Fusion Warrior; better to hide for now.”

“Persistent as a haunting specter!” Lin Xuan’s expression turned icy.

“Let’s teach them a lesson.” He landed on the ground and then patted Little Gold, who leaped over dozens of meters in a single bound before landing on the ground.

After a few leaps, Little Gold disappeared along with the Snow White Monkey.

Meanwhile, Lin Xuan concealed himself nearby.

Shortly after he vanished, numerous flashes of light arrived one after another, with the Star Blue Robed Elder leading the group.

“The little brat sure runs fast!”

Elder Lu was astonished by Lin Xuan’s speed; a Spirit Sea Realm with such velocity was virtually unheard of.

His gaze flickered as he spotted giant footprints on the ground, his brows slightly furrowed.

“You all take note, that kid must have a Demon Beast by his side.”

“Elder Lu, it’s said that the kid started a fight with our Star Peak Pavilion over a Demon Beast Egg,” a Martial Artist quickly reported.

“These footprints do indeed resemble those of a Green-eyed Blue Toad.” Elder Lu nodded slightly, “Follow closely; I’m going to speed up!”

Boom!

Elder Lu’s body emitted a scorching light, turning into a bolt of lightning that swiftly shot forward, and he vanished in an instant.

The remaining six Half-step Fusion Spirit Warriors also moved.

Hidden in the trees, Lin Xuan’s black cloak concealed his presence, and no one noticed him.

At this moment, he was eyeing the last Martial Artist like a seasoned hunter stalking his prey, with not a hint of impatience.

When those people widened the distance, Lin Xuan suddenly made his move.

This sword made no sound, not even a flicker of Sword Light—it was like the wind itself.

Wind Emperor’s Sword

Puff!

The last Martial Artist’s arm flew off, blood gushing out.

The group turned back only to see a black shadow flash by, disappearing in an instant.

They pursued but couldn’t find any trace of anyone.

“Such incredible speed!” These Martial Artists from Star Peak Pavilion felt a chill in their hearts.

“What happened, did you see who hurt you?” a square-faced big man asked.

The injured Martial Artist shook his head in pain: “Too fast, and his sword made no noise, not even a whiff of killing aura.”

“Who dares to lay a hand on us?”

“Could it be that Lin surname guy!”

The square-faced Martial Artist’s complexion changed drastically, “Damn, it’s a diversion tactic!”

“Let’s hope Elder Lu returns quickly!”

“Form the Array; he’s just a Spirit Sea Realm Martial Artist, he can’t stand against our Sword Array,” that square-faced Warrior said calmly.

The six Martial Artists formed a Hexagram Sword Array, vigilantly watching in all directions.

However, there was no sign of anyone; Lin Xuan seemed to have vanished.

“Don’t panic, wait for Elder Lu to return!” the square-faced guy said sternly.

Currently, Elder Lu was in hot pursuit; after spending the time it takes for half an incense stick to burn, he finally caught up with Little Gold.

But when he saw only a frog and a monkey, he was completely flustered.

“Bad, I’ve been had!” Elder Lu’s face turned dark, and his heart was frantic.

But he quickly calmed down; the six Disciples he brought were all Half-step Fusion Spirit Warriors, and they had various Sword Arrays.

Once activated, even he couldn’t break through in a short time.

If Lin Xuan dared to find them, it was tantamount to suicide!

“Maybe I can first capture these two Demon Beasts, stripping him of the capabilities for high-speed movement!” Elder Lu cruelly smiled, without the Demon Beasts to ride, Lin Xuan’s speed simply couldn’t be maintained for long.

Boom!

A massive palm formed a mountain and moved to cover the area ahead.

And there was also a Star Light Net, enveloping Little Gold and the Snow White Monkey.

Chirp chirp

Ribbit ribbit

Little Gold rapidly hopped, dodging the enormous palm, while the Snow White Monkey grasped the Cold Star Dagger, slicing through the void.