The Unparalleled Sword Emperor
Chapter 1378 - 1375: Who Wins, Who Loses!

Chapter 1378: Chapter 1375: Who Wins, Who Loses!

Within Purple Gold City, a great many Warriors held their breath in anticipation.

"This is it, the final sword strike to decide today’s victor, isn’t it?"

"It’s simply spectacular, the once-in-six-thousand-years duel of the Two Demonic Swords has indeed lived up to expectations!"

The Warriors within Purple Gold City spoke with unceasing excitement.

Lin Bai, upon seeing Zhang Jianxing’s sword thrusting towards him, instantly unleashed his Sword Skill and surged forward!

Zhang Jianxing, seeing the Sword Skill that led his own sword technique, was instantly startled. Before this he had witnessed Lin Bai using this same move against Star Prince’s Nine Thousand Star Kill, and was particularly shocked.

"Shatter!"

Zhang Jianxing’s Sword Skill suddenly changed, becoming exceptionally sharp.

His sword broke through the air, shattering the sword momentum Lin Bai had drawn in, an aggressive thrust aimed straight for Lin Bai’s throat.

Lin Bai’s mind was jolted, and as he saw Zhang Jianxing’s eyes bearing down on him, he felt a chill on his face.

"Immortal in the Sword!"

Lin Bai rose in an illusionary flicker, and a dream-like sword strike burst forth from his Sword Skill!

The sword tore through the air, striking against the edge of Zhang Jianxing’s sword!

Boom—

A thunderous roar resounded. Lin Bai and Zhang Jianxing were both sent flying more than a thousand meters, simultaneously crashing into the Earth and creating a huge pit.

Gui Jing’s Eyes flickered, pondering Lin Bai’s sword strike and asked Bao Song beside him in a subdued tone, "Bao Song, did you understand Lin Bai’s sword strike?"

Bao Song’s Eyes narrowed fiercely as he shook his head slightly, "I did not."

Gui Jing said, "It looked no different on the surface, but why is the power of that sword strike so vast that even Zhang Jianxing could be sent flying with a single stroke?"

Bao Song replied, "Yes, for some reason, I feel that Lin Bai’s sword contained a hint of Daoist Intent..."

Gui Jing’s Face darkened upon hearing Bao Song’s remark.

The Lord of Purple Gold City along with Dong Qian and others all breathed a sigh of relief and sat down.

"Who won?"

"Zhang Jianxing’s and Dongfang Bai’s final swords seemed equally strong, both were knocked back simultaneously."

"Who does this count as a victory for?"

The many Warriors watching the battle in Purple Gold City burst out exclamations unanimously.

Within Night Crow Mountain Range, Young Master Qian Shui and Ni Xiangen advanced somewhat disheveled.

Lin Bai stood up from the massive pit on the ground, with his body’s injuries, and started to fly lightly into the sky. At the same time, in another direction, Zhang Jianxing was also soaring up.

Separated by a kilometer of the Void, they looked at each other, sheathing the Demonic Sword and Demon Sword, with no further intention of striking.

Young Master Qian Shui and Ni Xiangen walked up, their appearances slightly ragged, especially Ni Xiangen whose White Robe was torn in several places by the sword light, exposing a large area of her fair skin.

"You two lunatics finished fighting?" Ni Xiangen walked over and asked with a darkened Face.

Young Master Qian Shui replied with a light laugh, "Who won? The Demonic Sword or the Demon Sword, which is the strongest sword?"

Zhang Jianxing said, "In all of Under Heaven, there is no such thing as the strongest sword in Sword Art, only a stronger sword!"

"After this battle, Brother Dongfang, you can be considered the strongest Sword Cultivator in Purple Gold City this year."

Lin Bai replied with a wry smile and a shake of his head, "Brother Zhang, why say such a thing? Both of us know well, even if we were to continue fighting, I couldn’t kill you, nor you me. The ultimate outcome would at best be both parties being injured."

"Let’s call it a draw."

Lin Bai said softly.

"Let’s call it a draw," Zhang Jianxing also nodded slightly.

Afterward, Zhang Jianxing glanced at Night Crow Mountain Range and chuckled, "We’ve made quite a mess here. I’m off, Brother Dongfang, until we meet again if fate allows."

Having said this, Zhang Jianxing departed with an air of nonchalance.

Lin Bai voiced his confusion, "Brother Zhang, aren’t you going to join a Sect?"

Zhang Jianxing shook his head and said, "I came for the Successor of the Demonic Sword, not to join a Sect. Moreover, I believe that the sword cultivators in Purple Gold City have mostly recognized the sword skill I’ve performed."

"I think, even if I wanted to take part in the upcoming apprenticeship, it’s likely that neither the Heaven-reaching Sword Sect nor the Donglan Sword Sect would accept me."

"Off I go, Brother Dongfang. Today’s match ended in a draw, but when we next meet, it may not end in a draw..."

Zhang Jianxing’s figure gradually receded into the distance and eventually disappeared from the Night Crow Mountain Range—nobody knew where he had gone.

Lin Bai looked quizzically toward Young Master Qian Shui and Ni Xiangen and asked, "Zhang Jianxing says his swordsmanship has been recognized by the experts in Purple Gold City, and no Sect dares to take him in."

"Young Master Qian Shui, Miss Ni Xiangen, have you figured out the origin of Zhang Jianxing’s swordsmanship?"

Young Master Qian Shui slightly shook his head, indicating he had no idea.

Ni Xiangen simply smiled without speaking and changed the subject, "Let’s go, Brother Dongfang. The sunset is already falling at the edge of the sky; it’s time we return to Purple Gold City to join a Sect."

Lin Bai nodded slightly and, right away, the three of them went back to Purple Gold City together.

Upon entering the Central Square of Purple Gold City once again, Lin Bai could distinctly feel that every gaze in the place was converging on him.

Their looks were filled with wariness, admiration, envy, and even a hint of hatred...

Hatred? Why would they hate?

They hated that Lin Bai was too outstanding; today’s battle in Purple Gold City, without a doubt, had overshadowed all other warriors!

"You three wait over there for now. After the other warriors have returned, we’ll proceed with the final selection,"

Wan Yuxin approached with a smile.

Lin Bai nodded slightly and sat down cross-legged, beginning to heal his internal injuries.

The next phase was the third round of apprenticeship—choice.

Soon, the Seven Major Sects would call the names of warriors to join their ranks; if there were surplus options, the warriors could choose to join a Sect that suited them best!

Half an hour later, the warriors from within the Night Crow Mountain Range had all returned to the Central Square.

They were all in a very disheveled state, and their eyes turned warily toward Lin Bai as they returned.

Clearly, they, too, were affected by the overwhelming presence of Lin Bai and Zhang Jianxing.

Wan Yuxin counted the number of people and said indifferently, "Alright, now that the warriors from the Night Crow Mountain Range are all back, let’s start the final round of selection."

"The Qi Yun Spiritual Power Bracelets in your hands will have their activation method explained to you by the Sect Elders after you have joined a Sect!"

"After today’s apprenticeship is over, the Observation Group will consult with many seniors and announce this year’s list of geniuses before the fifteenth day of the twelfth lunar month!"

"Once the list of geniuses is public, Tianbao Tower will personally deliver it to the Major Sects. Just pay attention to Tianbao Tower, and you warriors will be informed!"

Wan Yuxin spoke a few words indifferently.

Lin Bai stopped healing his injuries and stood up, listening intently to Wan Yuxin’s words.

After Wan Yuxin had finished speaking, he looked up at the high platform and said with a cupped fist and a smile, "Lord of Purple Gold City, seniors from the Seven Major Sects, the apprenticeship has reached its final round this year."

"They have also displayed their talents, cultivation, Realm of Comprehension, potential, and more within the Night Crow Mountain Range!"

"I trust the seniors have already formed an estimate in their minds after witnessing today’s battle in the Night Crow Mountain Range!"

"Now, if the seniors from the Seven Major Sects have spotted a disciple they are interested in, you may start inviting them!"

Wan Yuxin said with a light smile.

As soon as Wan Yuxin’s voice fell, Gui Jing and Bao Song almost simultaneously took a step forward, their sword intents unrestrainedly spreading out, intimidating the entire assembly!

"Dongfang Bai, my Heaven-reaching Sword Sect wishes to take you as a disciple!"

"Dongfang Bai, my Donglan Sword Sect wishes to take you as a disciple!"

The two spoke in unison.

After they finished speaking, Gui Jing and Bao Song exchanged a glance, a cunning and inscrutable smile forming on each of their mouths.