The Unparalleled Sword Emperor
Chapter 1718 - 1715: Idiot?

Chapter 1718: Chapter 1715: Idiot?

The Sword Pavilion is located downstream along the Bingxi River.

At this moment, in the Sword Pavilion, a fishing boat drifted along the Bingxi River. An elder clad in a straw rain cape tightly gripped his fishing rod, a meaningful smile gracing his face: "To reach the Sword Pavilion within seven days, interesting..."

Meanwhile, on the riverbank stood a young man dressed in a black robe, idly lamenting with a dispirited expression: "Boring, boring, boring... so boring..."

"Jianxing, Dongfang Bai has arrived. Go and greet him."

The elder on the fishing boat, cloaked in his straw rain cape, called out indifferently.

"What! Brother Dongfang is here!" Zhang Jianxing, who had been in utter boredom, abruptly sprang to his feet, his face lit with joyous surprise as he addressed the Old Man of the Lonely Boat: "Master, I’ll go greet Brother Dongfang right away!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Jianxing disappeared from before the few cottages.

Lin Bai’s pace was neither hurried nor slow; after seven days, he finally arrived before the Sword Pavilion.

The Bingxi River once again meandered gracefully, and Lin Bai saw ahead a riverbank crowded with numerous simple cottages. Surrounding the cottages was a throng of people, densely packed like shadows. Their attire was exceptionally lavish—a clear indication they were aristocratic young masters from prominent families.

These aristocratic young masters all shared one characteristic: their talent for Sword Art was extraordinary. Any one of them, upon entering the Donglan Sword Sect or even the Heaven-reaching Sword Sect, could easily become a Purple-robed Inner Sect Disciple, with some possibly even eligible to vie for the title of Junior Sword Venerate!

"Could this place be the Sword Pavilion?" Lin Bai wondered aloud, gazing curiously at the few grass-roofed cottages as he slowly approached.

Among the cluster of aristocratic young masters, Chen Rui and Chen Li were notably present.

As Lin Bai walked closer, Chen Li immediately laughed and said, "Brother, look at that fool walking over here. We’ve been resting here six days, and he just got here!"

Chen Rui cast a contemptuous glance at Lin Bai but chose to ignore him, continuing his cheerful conversation with another young master nearby.

Lin Bai silently walked past the crowd. The others gave Lin Bai a fleeting glance, noting his plain white robe devoid of any finery. Their interest waned instantly, assuming he must be an insignificant fool.

They paid Lin Bai no attention, and he likewise ignored them, striding directly toward the few cottages.

Standing before the cottages, Lin Bai respectfully called out, "I have journeyed a great distance to seek an audience with Senior Guzhou! I humbly request Senior Guzhou to reveal himself!"

Lin Bai cupped his fists toward the cottages as he spoke.

"Hahahaha!"

"Hahahaha!"

Witnessing Lin Bai bow to the cottages, the aristocratic young masters behind him burst into uproarious laughter. Their gazes were filled with derision and mockery, as though ridiculing Lin Bai for being a fool!

Perplexed, Lin Bai frowned slightly, unable to grasp the reason for their laughter, and turned to glance at them out of curiosity.

"Hahaha!" Chen Li’s laughter was incessant, her tears almost streaming down from the amusement. After a long while, she finally spoke: "Hey, you’re really such a fool! This isn’t Senior Guzhou’s residence. These cottages are merely resting spots built by warriors seeking mentorship here!"

"What a fool, bowing to empty cottages." Chen Li chuckled flirtatiously as she spoke.

Lin Bai finally understood. It turned out that these cottages had been constructed by the warriors here, not as Senior Guzhou’s dwelling place.

Lin Bai thus asked, "Then where might Senior Guzhou be?"

Chen Li laughed uncontrollably, while Chen Rui’s face exhibited a haughty disdain. Glaring at Lin Bai, his lips curled into a sneer as he mockingly asked: "What brings you to Senior Guzhou? Do you intend to seek apprenticeship as well?"

"I advise you to give up. With your aptitude, you couldn’t even afford a Spirit Boat and had to traverse on foot. Senior Guzhou would never meet someone like you!"

Chen Rui scoffed at Lin Bai with contempt.

"Everyone, you probably don’t realize this. This man has been walking along Bingxi River all the way here. He doesn’t even own a Spirit Boat and can’t even fly. With such meager talent, he dreams of apprenticing under Senior Guzhou—simply delusional!"

Chen Rui laughed aloud as he addressed the surrounding aristocratic young masters.

"What! He walked all the way along Bingxi River? My goodness, you’re that poor? Can’t even afford a Spirit Boat?" Another aristocratic young master exclaimed, laughing.

"Why don’t you call me ’Grandmaster,’ and I’ll gift you a Spirit Boat. How about that?"

"Hahaha, I think that’s a great idea. Just call me ’Grandmaster,’ and we’ll give you a Spirit Boat!"

These aristocratic young masters hailed from the North Frost Dynasty and prestigious families of Lingnan. Naturally, their families lacked no wealth or resources!

Lin Bai’s expression shifted to solemn indignation as he furrowed his brow and gazed at the mocking young masters with displeasure.

Just then...

Behind the cottages, a black shadow soared through the sky, descending rapidly to land before the cottages.

The aristocratic young masters quickly stifled their laughter, standing composedly and respectfully with fists cupped, greeting: "We pay respects to Senior Brother Zhang Jianxing..."

Even Chen Li and Chen Rui hurriedly stowed away their previous arrogance, cupping their fists respectfully as they said: "Chen Li and Chen Rui of the Chen Family pay respects to Senior Brother Zhang Jianxing!"

"Senior Brother Zhang Jianxing, has Master summoned me?"

"Ridiculous! Clearly, Senior Guzhou summoned me. I’ve been here for more than two years now."

"Such nonsense! I’ve waited here over five years myself!"

The aristocratic young masters began chattering incessantly.

Normally, they had no chance to encounter Zhang Jianxing. But with Zhang Jianxing suddenly arriving at the cottages, they speculated he must be delivering Senior Guzhou’s orders to summon one among them.

Even Chen Li and Chen Rui wore expectant expressions as they gazed at Zhang Jianxing. If Zhang Jianxing had indeed been tasked to summon them, it meant they were eligible to become an apprentice of Senior Guzhou.

Yet Zhang Jianxing landed without so much as glancing at the aristocratic young masters. With a bright smile, he approached Lin Bai and said, "Why are you just arriving now! Master knew you were coming and sent me out to receive you."

"Come, come, let’s chat inside!"

Without even acknowledging the other young masters, Zhang Jianxing moved to Lin Bai’s side, slapped his shoulder amicably, and beamed as he spoke.

Lin Bai smiled and explained, "I was delayed en route, so I’m arriving late."

"Understood. Let’s head in; Master is waiting for you." Zhang Jianxing replied, chuckling lightly.

"Alright." Lin Bai nodded, reflecting as he walked. Seeing Sword Intent flow through the Bingxi River for millions of miles had made him deeply revere Senior Guzhou. Finally being granted this audience filled him with awe and appreciation.

The aristocratic young masters at the cottages stood dumbstruck, watching Zhang Jianxing. They saw how he merely ignored their entire presence and directly took Lin Bai with him.

They found it impossible to accept, especially Chen Rui and Chen Li, who bore expressions of utter disbelief. How could Senior Guzhou summon this pedestrian youth?

"Brother, it’s not us Senior Guzhou summoned; he wants to see that fool." Chen Li remarked despondently.

Chen Rui’s eyes gleamed darkly with fury as he glared at Lin Bai, gritting his teeth and muttering under his breath, "Why! In terms of family, background, and talent, we’re leagues ahead of this brat. Why does Senior Guzhou favor him over us!"

"Senior Brother Zhang Jianxing, please wait!" Chen Rui finally burst out, unable to hold back his ire as he saw Zhang Jianxing and Lin Bai jovially departing together.