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Chapter 298 - 234: Whirlwind (17)

Chapter 298: Chapter 234: Whirlwind (17)

Watching the Sword Maiden kill three Corpse Princesses with a single air-cleaving move, many spectators were surprised but not astounded.

The live camera was situated quite a distance from the battlefield, making many details unclear to the average viewer, and the visuals of the sword light cutting down people weren’t particularly shocking.

However, almost every powerful figure in Mirror World revealed a hint of astonishment upon seeing this scene.

Hui Ling exclaimed in surprise, "Senior brother, did the Sword Maiden just cleave her opponent through the air? Why can’t I see her sword path?"

As the replay slowly continued, Du Kong’s expression grew solemn, "The sword light bridged the space between them, erupting directly inside the Corpse Princess."

"This sword technique must be the Taiqing Sect’s signature technique, ’Heavenly Gang and Earthly Sha Sword’."

"It is said to be a Supreme Sword Technique that cannot be defended against, blocked or dodged, representing the pinnacle of sword moves in the world..."

With the slow-motion replays and Du Kong’s detailed explanations, more and more viewers gradually understood the terrifying nature of the Sword Maiden’s move, eliciting various feelings of shock and admiration...

...

Meanwhile, outside the Martial Arts Battle Field, Bai Yiyi stared incredulously at the Sword Maiden on the live broadcast, "She hasn’t cultivated the ’Yuhua Reincarnation’?"

Next to her, Lin Xing asked, "What exactly is this ’Heavenly Gang and Earthly Sha Sword’?"

After pondering for a moment, Bai Yiyi finally recalled related memories and analyzed, "Within the Taiqing Sect, there are three ultimate techniques."

"They are the ’Taiqing Divine Mirror’, ’Heavenly Gang and Earthly Sha Sword’, and ’Yuhua Reincarnation’."

"The ’Taiqing Divine Mirror’ has long been lost, so let’s not talk about that one."

"The ’Yuhua Reincarnation’ has always been exclusive to the Taiqing Sect Leader, and it’s also the main factor behind the sect’s decline."

"Ever since the Taiqing Sect Leader used ’Yuhua Reincarnation’ to control the sect’s experts, there have been fewer and fewer cultivators of the ’Heavenly Gang and Earthly Sha Sword’, and most of them merely dabble superficially in this technique."

"For many cultivators, ’Yuhua Reincarnation’ is obviously more appealing."

"However, if we’re purely talking about combat power, ’Heavenly Gang and Earthly Sha Sword’ is much more formidable than ’Yuhua Reincarnation’."

"This ultimate technique considers the heart as the sword and heaven and earth as the sheath; wherever the heart goes, the sword follows."

"It is an unmatched swordmanship that transcends technique."

"However, although its power is great, its cultivation difficulty is very high."

"I didn’t expect this woman to have almost mastered the final skill the last time."

"She has already begun cultivating the ’Heavenly Gang and Earthly Sha Sword’."

Bai Yiyi couldn’t help but secretly feel annoyed, "How is this crazy woman cultivating so quickly? It’s like I’m the counterfeit and she’s the real Bai Yiyi."

Thinking this over, she glanced at Lin Xing beside her and felt a bit comforted, "At least my disciple is better than her."

Reflecting on her disciples, Lin Xing and Zhao Wanxi, Bai Yiyi felt better.

Watching the Sword Maiden leave the Martial Arts Battle Field on the live broadcast, she thought to herself, "Your Sword Dao will never compare to my mastery of discipleship."

...

"What is the path of a strong warrior for the Sword Maiden? Do you know?"

Hearing Fan Mingxiu’s question, Xia Jianlong was slightly taken aback, observing the pale-faced Fan Mingxiu and reassuringly said, "Mr. Fan, victory and defeat are common in war. If you lose this time, just win the next time. Don’t be discouraged."

"How about your Corpse Princess? It seems severely damaged, does it need repair?"

"Are there any financial difficulties? It just so happens I have a new business lead..."

However, Fan Mingxiu seemed not to have heard him, continuing, "The Sword Maiden’s progress is so fast. After battling with her, I feel it’s not just a matter of losing, but also a kind of emotional setback."

Fan Mingxiu shook his head, "I’m starting to doubt whether I’ve really chosen the wrong path."

Xia Jianlong offered a slight smile, "Everyone has their own path that suits them best, the strong path of the Sword Fairy may not be suitable for you. However, no matter what path you choose, you need money to walk it well and steadily. I have a sure-win new business opportunity here, would you like to invest some?"

Fan Mingxiu sighed, "All three Corpse Princesses have been ruined, and it’s unknown when they can be restored."

"I want to know what the Sword Fairy has been up to these past few months, it might give me some reference for my future path."

Xia Jianlong nodded in agreement, "It is indeed worth looking into, but every country in this realm revolves around money. Would you like to invest some money here? I’ll offer you some extra interest."

Before Xia Jianlong could finish speaking, Fan Mingxiu stood up and walked toward the distance, "I’ll go retrieve the Corpse Princess and take it home first."

Xia Jianlong followed behind him, suggesting, "How about three percent interest per month? Disappointed on the battlefield, maybe successful in investment."

Unbeknownst to himself, Fan Mingxiu’s pace had quickened, and he thought irritably, "When will this end, borrowing money, all he knows is borrowing money."

Fan Mingxiu had long wanted to curse a few words, but considering Xia Jianlong’s father’s status, he restrained his impulse and quickly walked away.

Watching Fan Mingxiu hurriedly leave, Xia Jianlong sighed, "Adversity reveals true friendship."

At that moment, a staff member ran over, panting, "Mr. Xia... Mr. Xia, it’s your turn next."

...

Bai Yiyi watched the two contestants on the fourth round of the Demonstration Martial Arts Arena, one was Taihe Sect’s Yun Chong and the other was Divine Dragon Gang’s Xia Jianlong.

"This Xia Jianlong is bound to lose, right?"

She opened her phone wanting to bet on Xia Jianlong’s loss, but felt there was some risk and worried that the outcome of the battle had been pre-arranged.

"It’s safer to bet on Lin Xing winning. I won’t take risks on the other matches."

And the fight in the arena went exactly as Bai Yiyi had predicted. Yun Chong almost overwhelmingly secured the victory.

Just as Bai Yiyi was slapping her thighs, regretting that she hadn’t placed her bet earlier,

The losing Xia Jianlong walked out of the arena with a happy face. He was examining the information on his phone and thought to himself, "Thankfully, the money from Spirit Treasure Sect has already been transferred. I had someone use it to bet on my loss in advance."

"This is how you make money."

"With a few more games, I should be able to fill the gap soon."

Thinking this, Xia Jianlong immediately opened his father’s communication app and accessed the group belonging to high-ranking members of various sects.

There were many insider messages in this group. Xia Jianlong thought it would be a perfect opportunity to use these messages about the martial arts demonstration to make big money gambling and pay off his debts.

"Let me see who’s up next and how the outcomes have been arranged..."

...

As the day’s four martial arts demonstrations concluded, the four finalists emerged, widely known to the people of various countries worldwide.

Jing Shiyu looked at the news reports online, "Emei Sect’s Tianfeng, Xia Country’s Lin Xing, Taiqing Sect’s Sword Fairy, and Taihe Sect’s Yun Chong."

"Lin Xing, you are the only contemporary among the final four, and also the one receiving the most attention."

"But this popularity is a bit too high, it seems like someone is stoking the flames from behind..."

While nodding, Lin Xing browsed through the messages on his phone, which included messages from Tianlian and Gu She Fairy.

Tianlian: I’ve found several people with profound fortunes to provide good luck for young hero’s cultivation of unique skills.

Gu She Fairy: [Image]

Just then, Jing Shiyu’s voice came through, "Lin Xing, did you hear what I said?"

Lin Xing subconsciously closed his phone screen hurriedly and nodded, "Yes... I heard it, what about the final four?"

Jing Shiyu said, "I’m saying that the public opinion this time is quite off, and Xingxiao seems to have started making moves."

She put a trending news article in front of Lin Xing: "A sharp critique of Lin Xing, should the secret of his rapid progress be promoted to all people?"