The Unparalleled Sword Emperor
Chapter 281 - 280: Ghostly Body Technique

Chapter 281: Chapter 280: Ghostly Body Technique

With one stroke, Lin Bai defeated Xiao Jian, creating an uproar.

Especially Bai Huatian, who looked at Lin Bai with a touch of regret and said softly, "A genius like this, if he were willing to serve the royal family, our Shenwu Kingdom would surely prosper for the next hundred years."

Bai Huatian had already noticed that Lin Bai had easily defeated Xiao Jian without using his full strength.

He wondered how terrifying Lin Bai could be when using his full power.

In Bai Huatian’s heart, he was extremely envious that the Spirit Sword Sect possessed a genius like Lin Bai.

If Lin Bai were to join the Shenwu Kingdom, whether in military or in politics, he would be a sharp sword in the hands of the Shenwu Kingdom. Having this sword, not to mention expanding territory, at least, they could protect Shenwu Kingdom for a hundred worry-free years.

What was most important was that Lin Bai was still so young, he hadn’t even reached twenty years old.

Giving Lin Bai another two years to grow, he could at least possess the cultivation of the Heaven Martial Realm Ninth Layer.

With the combat power that Lin Bai had shown, being in the Heaven Martial Realm First Layer, he can effortlessly defeat those at the Heaven Martial Realm Third Layer. If Lin Bai reached the Heaven Martial Realm Ninth Layer, wouldn’t he be able to defeat those at the Divine Elixir Realm...?

At this thought, Bai Huatian’s eyes narrowed, and he quietly made up his mind to bring Lin Bai into the royal camp.

"This Lin Bai, must become a member of the royal camp. What method should we use to win him over?"

Bai Huatian began to contemplate, "Lin Bai doesn’t like military affairs; he even wanted to refuse the Colonel position I just offered him. Since he doesn’t want to join the military, he surely wouldn’t want to serve in the imperial court."

"That is to say, Lin Bai isn’t interested in power."

"As for wealth, Lin Bai probably isn’t interested in that either. With his level of genius, he shouldn’t be lacking in money, and even if he is, he has ways to find it."

"Power, wealth, fame..."

"As for fame, after tonight’s event at Chaoyang Palace, the news of Lin Bai successively defeating two military prodigies will spread throughout Shenwu Kingdom, by then Lin Bai will have his fame."

"Since he doesn’t want power, doesn’t need wealth, and he has fame, then the only method left is to tempt him with beauty."

Bai Huatian came to this conclusion, a smile on his worried face. He said defiantly, "I don’t believe there’s a man in this world who doesn’t love power, wealth, fame, or beauty!"

Power refers to authority, the ability to command millions and control life and death, that’s power.

Wealth is self-explanatory. As the common saying goes, money can make ghosts push mills. How many talented people, how many genius warriors degrade themselves for money.

Fame is the desire for recognition, that many warriors couldn’t resist. The desire to be known worldwide shakes the four seas.

Beauty, of course, refers to women. A woman’s smile can turn a ruthless demon into a noble hero; a woman’s smile can turn a wise ruler into a tyrant.

Power, wealth, fame, beauty, these are the keys to every empire in courting a genius.

Thinking of beauty, Bai Huatian turned to look at Bai Xiaoxiao.

At this moment, Bai Xiaoxiao’s beautiful face showed a worried look for Lin Bai.

"Hahaha." When Bai Huatian saw this, he laughed but said nothing and continued to drink.

At this moment, Bai Zhiyuan, standing among the royal seats, jumped up excitedly, shouting, "Brother Lin Bai is amazing, Brother Lin Bai is truly powerful!"

Lin Bai stood calmly on the martial arts stage.

The Qi Prince asked in a low voice, "Who will go for the next battle?"

"I will."

Behind the Qi Prince, a chilly voice emerged.

As soon as the voice fell, a warrior jumped onto the martial arts stage.

"I am Wang Fang, here to learn the sword skill of the Spirit Sword Sect’s talented disciple." As this skinny silhouette landed on the martial arts stage, he saluted Lin Bai and showed a murderous look in his eyes.

Lin Bai looked at this man. He was not tall, and his body was thin, but his eyes flashed with intelligence.

"It’s Wang Fang. He’s a battalion leader in the reconnaissance division of the Qi Family Army, known for his assassinations and skirmishes."

"Yes, especially as Wang Fang is skilled in a strange body technique. It’s as fast as lightning, making it difficult for others to predict."

"I recognize this movement technique, it seems to be the Earth Grade 9 Ghostly Body Technique."

Many warriors recognized Wang Fang and exclaimed in unison.

Particularly atop the seats reserved for princes and kings, the faces of Chu Jiangliu and others changed.

Wang Fang’s reputation in the military was no less than that of Chu Jiangliu.

Most of all, his movement technique made even warriors who were five or six ranks above him tremble in fear, unable to keep up with him.

It was said that Wang Fang’s movement technique was based on a chance discovery he made in an ancient ruin, originating from an old assassination sect in ancient times.

This assassination sect was equivalent to the present-day Edgeless Sect, and they accepted assassination missions for a high price.

"Make your move." Lin Bai’s face was rather tranquil as he spoke to Wang Fang.

"Hehe."

Wang Fang stared at Lin Bai, a strange smile appearing on his gaunt face,

Whoosh——

Suddenly, right before Lin Bai’s eyes, Wang Fang turned into smoke and disappeared on the spot.

"It’s here, the Ghostly Body Technique!"

Many princes held their breaths, looking around the Martial Arts Stage for Wang Fang’s trail.

"Hmm?" Astonished, Lin Bai quickly scanned the surroundings, trying to locate Wang Fang.

However, Lin Bai found that he was the only one standing on the vast Martial Arts Stage.

It was as if Wang Fang had disappeared into thin air.

Plop——

Just as everyone was searching for Wang Fang’s trail, Lin Bai suddenly felt a chilling sensation at his neck.

A shadow of death suddenly loomed in his heart.

"Not good!"

Lin Bai’s eyes widened in horror.

He quickly tried to dodge.

Right when Lin Bai moved, a dark dagger originally aimed at his throat missed and instead sliced his arm, causing blood to splatter everywhere.

"Good!" The Qi Prince shouted in excitement.

Seeing Lin Bai getting injured put the Qi Prince into a frenzied state. His eyes shone brightly as he shouted, "Wang Fang, you were originally a captain in the Qi Family Army. With this single strike, I will promote you to the rank of a commander of ten thousand men!"

"If you can defeat Lin Bai, I’ll directly promote you to Colonel!"

The Qi Prince spoke excitedly.

Hearing this, Wang Fang’s spirits lifted and he was overjoyed.

Wang Fang’s cultivation had reached the Heaven Martial Realm Third Layer, but since he had spent most of his years on reconnaissance missions without any significant military achievements, his current military rank was that of a captain.

"Thank you, Your Highness."

Wang Fang cried out cheerfully.

At this moment, Chu Jiangliu stood up and warned, "Brother Lin Bai, be careful of his movement technique. It’s an Earth Grade 9 movement technique that Wang Fang risked his life to obtain from a secret land - an ordinary warrior wouldn’t be able to track him."

Lin Bai casually glanced at the wound on his arm when he heard Chu Jiangliu’s voice and muttered, "So it’s an Earth Grade 9 movement technique, no wonder it’s so terrifying."

"However, since you want to compete on movement skills with me, I’ll let you know what speed really is..."

Lin Bai stood up, a cold smile spread across his face.