The Unparalleled Sword Emperor
Chapter 1669 - 1666: Luo Family City! Luo Family!

Chapter 1669: Chapter 1666: Luo Family City! Luo Family!

The Beiyang Dynasty is relatively weak in national power, and there are very few warriors at the Yangshen Realm within it, far inferior to the Su Dynasty, Zhao Dynasty, and Azure Dragon Empire in strength.

Although the Beiyang Divine Tree is one of the rare spiritual objects of heaven and earth on the Lingnan Continent, it is not extraordinary enough to drive warriors across the Lingnan Continent into madness!

Thus, the conflict over the Beiyang Divine Tree is particularly conspicuous only within the Beiyang Dynasty. After the Fenxin Sect became involved, other dynasties and sects were unwilling to offend the Fenxin Sect over the Beiyang Divine Tree!

"Senior Brother Dongfang, just ahead is the land of my Luo Family, named Luo Family City!"

Luo Xuan and Lin Bai stood atop the Spirit Boat, cutting through the wind and waves, and in the distance, at the edge of the horizon, a grand and magnificent city loomed, like an ancient giant beast perched on the earth.

The city walls were majestic, radiating a pale glow throughout, resembling an immortal city!

"Quite impressive," Lin Bai said with a light smile.

Nie Xiong remarked, "Naturally, the Luo Family has thrived in the Beiyang Dynasty for over five thousand years. Becoming one of the Four Great Families of the Beiyang Dynasty is no undeserved reputation."

Luo Xuan responded with a modest smile, "Senior Brother Nie Xiong overpraises us. Senior Brother Dongfang, let’s go; we shall enter the city. I’ve already informed my father, and preparations have been made to host us."

Lin Bai nodded slightly and walked into Luo Family City with Luo Xuan.

Within Luo Family City, over ten million warriors resided. Most of these warriors had close ties to the Luo Family. As one of the principal cities of the Beiyang Dynasty, it attracted many other families who established themselves there, causing the population to continually grow!

The Luo Family wielded unrivaled authority within Luo Family City, essentially serving as the local tyrant of the area.

The Luo Family occupied the eastern part of Luo Family City. The entire eastern district housed Luo Family disciples, while the other three districts were home to other warriors, families, and chambers of commerce.

Luo Xuan, accompanied by Lin Bai, walked into the eastern district with exuberance.

"Young Master!"

"Greetings, Young Master!"

"Young Master!"

Along the way, many warriors bowed respectfully upon seeing Luo Xuan.

Lin Bai smiled and said, "Luo Xuan junior brother, your father is...?"

Nie Xiong whispered, "Junior Brother Luo Xuan’s father is the current Patriarch of the Luo Family, Luotian You!"

Lin Bai nodded in understanding.

"Senior Brother Dongfang, we’ve arrived," Luo Xuan said with a smile to Lin Bai.

Lin Bai raised his gaze and saw a luxurious manor ahead. At its entrance stood an old man in a purple robe, surrounded by a group of warriors, all waiting respectfully with beaming faces.

Luo Xuan hurried forward, smiling and calling out, "Father."

The old man in the purple robe smiled and greeted him, "Xuan’er, you’ve returned."

Luo Xuan replied with a smile, "Indeed. Greetings, Father. Greetings, Elders."

"Father, let me introduce you. This is Senior Brother Dongfang Bai, Senior Brother Nie Xiong, and Junior Brother Li Chou!"

Luo Xuan introduced with a smile.

Lin Bai stepped forward with a smile, clasped his fists, and said, "I am Dongfang Bai. I have long heard of the Luo Family’s profound legacy in the Beiyang Dynasty, ruling over one corner of the realm. Witnessing it today proves the reputation is well-deserved."

The old man in the purple robe was none other than Luo Xuan’s father, Luotian You.

Upon hearing Lin Bai’s words, Luotian You immediately beamed with delight. He had initially thought Dongfang Bai would be as arrogant and difficult to deal with as other Holy Son-level warriors.

But now, it seemed that was not the case.

Luotian You laughed and said, "Hahaha, Young Sword Master Dongfang overpraises us. My Luo Family’s modest foundation probably wouldn’t even catch the eye of the Heaven-reaching Sword Sect. Come, come, Young Sword Master, please enter. I have already prepared a banquet!"

Luotian You laughed heartily as he led Lin Bai inside.

Although Luotian You was generous in spirit, certain warriors within the Luo Family, hearing Lin Bai’s commendation of their family’s strength, showed prideful expressions. At the same time, some of them revealed a hint of disdain as they glanced at Lin Bai!

Of course, both Lin Bai and Nie Xiong noticed the expressions of these Luo Family disciples. However, due to Luotian You and Luo Xuan’s hospitality, they chose not to take offense.

These Luo Family disciples had grown up in the Luo Family, relying on their clan’s wealth and status to act freely without restraint. Rarely venturing into the wider world, they lacked the maturity to understand that there are always stronger entities beyond their own horizons.

They mistakenly believed that the Luo Family’s ability to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the Imperial Clan in the Beiyang Dynasty meant they could truly challenge the Heaven-reaching Sword Sect, which was an incredibly short-sighted perception.

Within the Luo Family Manor, Luotian You arranged seating for Lin Bai and the others, followed by delectable food and wine. Young girls were also arranged to perform dances, creating a joyous and lively atmosphere!

"Oh, Father, how could you bear to bring out this wine?" Luo Xuan playfully said to Luotian You.

Lin Bai asked with a smile, "What’s special about this wine?"

Luo Xuan laughed and said, "Senior Brother Dongfang, this is a rare wine my father has treasured for many years. Even when ministers of the Imperial Clan visit, he typically refuses to serve it!"

Luotian You shot Luo Xuan a look and said disdainfully, "Young Sword Master Dongfang, how could he be compared to the Beiyang Dynasty’s royal court? Though this wine has been treasured for years, now that Young Sword Master Dongfang is here, if I still refuse to bring it out, who else in the world would merit it?"

"Come, Young Sword Master Dongfang, I toast to you."

"First, to Young Sword Master, for saving my son from the Hanhai Demon Kingdom."

"Second, to Young Sword Master, for being a youthful talent, achieving great fame across the Lingnan Continent within just a few years! Your future is boundless."

"Third, to Young Sword Master, hoping that you will give your utmost in aiding my Luo Family during the Heavenly Saint Fruit competition a few days from now."

Luotian You said with a smile.

Lin Bai raised his cup with a light smile and responded, "I will certainly give my full support!"

"Excellent! With Young Sword Master’s assistance, our Luo Family’s chances for success will significantly increase," Luotian You rejoiced before drinking his cup of wine with Lin Bai.

At this moment, a young man said mockingly, "Patriarch, for the Heavenly Saint Fruit competition, each family can only send ten warriors to enter the Beiyang Divine Mountain!"

"With such valuable slots, if they’re allocated to those who merely seek fame and recognition, wouldn’t it be a regrettable waste?"

"Moreover, for the allocation of the Heavenly Saint Fruits, why do we have to split them equally with him? Isn’t that rather excessive?"

The young man lowered his head, his mouth curling into a faint sneer of dissatisfaction.

Luotian You’s expression stiffened upon hearing the young man’s voice. Fear swept over him, and cold sweat broke out as he glanced at Dongfang Bai, silently praying that Dongfang Bai wouldn’t take offense.

Lin Bai, however, remained unfazed upon hearing the young man’s remarks. Nie Xiong showed a trace of displeasure, while Li Chou kept his attention focused solely on his food.

Luo Xuan immediately slammed the table and berated the young man, "Luo Yu, watch your words! Senior Brother Dongfang is the Young Sword Master appointed by the Sect Leader of the Heaven-reaching Sword Sect himself. His strength ranks among the top tier on the Lingnan Continent!"

"How can you say he merely seeks fame and recognition!"

Luo Xuan rebuked Luo Yu sharply, then turned to Lin Bai with clasped fists and said with an apologetic tone, "Senior Brother Dongfang, my family members have limited exposure to the larger world and are like frogs at the bottom of a well. Please do not take offense toward their ignorance."