The Unparalleled Sword Emperor Chapter 2585 - 2560: Journey Afar!

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Previously on The Unparalleled Sword Emperor...
Lin Bai volunteered to investigate the Demon Sect after no other Quasi-Holy Sons stepped forward amid the East Continent's chaos. Despite warnings from Lan Ling and Gu Daozhi about external threats like Kunxu's bounty on his head, Lin Bai insisted, with Lan Yuxin joining him as a teammate. Two teams were assigned—Lin Bai and Lan Yuxin, plus Li Jiuge and Xing Hen—equipped with Order Divine Court tokens for aid from territories. Elders privately signaled a handover to the younger generation, as Gu Daozhi vowed to safeguard the academy's Saint from outside killers.

Upon learning that Kunxu was hunting Lin Bai, the Elder of the Order Divine Court swiftly released a declaration to the East Continent Academy and warriors of the East Continent, insisting it was undoubtedly a misunderstanding!

By chance, chaos had erupted across the East Continent at that moment, so the East Continent Academy couldn't dispatch anyone to Kunxu straight away. Consequently, the Order Divine Court managed to bury the issue.

On the journey back to the Southern Yard, Lan Yuxin remarked, "I’ll head back to get ready. Meet me at dawn tomorrow by the God-Demon Sea's edge. I’ll come fetch you!"

Lin Bai nodded and replied, "Alright!"

With that said, Lin Bai and Lan Yuxin parted ways, each heading off to make their preparations.

Returning to Dragon Raising Island, Lin Bai discovered Hu Xiner wasn't perched on the cliff but positioned before his palace, apparently awaiting his arrival.

Lin Bai grinned and asked, "Why aren't you admiring the view from the cliff?"

Hu Xiner responded, "The Order Divine Court's proclamation rang out so powerfully that even if I were deaf, I'd know about the East Continent Chaos!"

"With East Continent Academy selecting you as a quasi Holy Son today, there must be more arrangements in store!"

Hu Xiner inquired.

Lin Bai explained, "Due to the East Continent Chaos, I've been commanded to depart from East Continent Academy!"

Hu Xiner declared, "I’m coming along!"

Lin Bai questioned, "Why would you come? This concerns East Continent Academy alone—others are steering clear, but you're eager to tag along?"

Hu Xiner firmly stated, "I vowed to my benefactor that I'd safeguard you properly!"

Lin Bai shook his head and advised, "Hu Xiner, East Continent has turned perilous. You barely escaped the Sky Desolation Secret Realm; if you value your life, abandon East Continent!"

"Outside East Continent lies a boundless world—Northern Continent, Southern Continent, Western Continent. The world under Heaven is vast; you can roam freely!"

Hu Xiner shook her head and insisted, "I’ll stick with you!"

Lin Bai drew a deep breath and conceded, "If you insist on following, then come along!"

"I've arranged with Lan Yuxin for tomorrow at dawn; we'll depart East Continent Academy together!"

Hu Xiner furrowed her brows and asked, "Lan Yuxin’s joining too?"

Lin Bai nodded and said, "Yes, so do you still wish to follow?"

A flicker of amusement danced in Hu Xiner’s lovely eyes as she replied, "If she’s coming, then I need to get fully ready."

After that, Hu Xiner spun around and vanished from Lin Bai’s view.

Lin Bai shook his head with a wry smile, observing her departure without probing into her preparations.

Entering the Secret Chamber, Lin Bai calmly mused, "The Giant God Avatar stays behind the Bronze Door for cultivation—no need to rouse him yet. I’ll deploy the Demon Body to depart and probe the Demon Sect, allowing it to cultivate en route!"

Lin Bai shut his eyes and commenced cultivation!

The next day at dawn, Lin Bai roused himself right on cue from his session.

After freshening up, he emerged from the Secret Chamber to see Hu Xiner already stationed at the entrance, waiting.

Lin Bai noted that Hu Xiner had adorned herself with great care today, radiating exceptional allure, which caught him off guard.

Lin Bai frowned and remarked, "Weren’t you getting prepared?"

Hu Xiner twirled gracefully before Lin Bai and quipped, "I’m fully prepared now, right?"

Lin Bai said, "This counts as your preparation?"

Hu Xiner chuckled and explained, "Traveling alongside Lan Yuxin means I have to dress to impress, of course."

Lin Bai gazed at Hu Xiner in speechless bafflement, shaking his head as he muttered, "I truly can’t fathom what goes through women’s minds! We’re off to probe the Demon Sect, not on some leisurely outing!"

"Fine, let’s move out!"

As he spoke, Lin Bai led Hu Xiner away from Dragon Raising Island, reached Teleport Island, and teleported directly to the God-Demon Sea’s frontier.

The Teleportation Array shimmered brightly as Lin Bai and Hu Xiner emerged, only to spot three figures already lingering ahead of it.

Those three were Lan Yuxin, Li Jiuge, and Xing Hen.

Xing Hen had always served under Li Jiuge.

Now, with Li Jiuge setting out to investigate the Demon Sect, Xing Hen would accompany him naturally.

Lan Yuxin’s face lit up with delight as Lin Bai exited the Teleportation Array, but when her gaze fell on the lavishly attired Hu Xiner beside him, a spark of murderous intent flashed in her eyes!

This was especially true since Hu Xiner looked so stunning in her outfit.

In comparison, Lan Yuxin had opted for simple attire suited to Demon Sect probing, skipping any elaborate styling—still breathtakingly beautiful, yet overshadowed slightly by Hu Xiner’s glamorous look!

Lan Yuxin said coldly, "Lin Bai, why is she here?"

Hu Xiner giggled and replied, "I’m tagging along with Lin Bai, naturally!"

Lan Yuxin exclaimed in surprise, "Lin Bai, are you certain?"

Lin Bai answered helplessly, "Yeah, she’s joining us!"

Lan Yuxin glared at Hu Xiner, clenching her teeth in fury!

With a frigid huff, she fell silent.

Li Jiuge finally snapped out of it, clearing his throat lightly before saying, "Lin Bai, for probing the Demon Sect, our group splits into two, but East Continent is enormous—we can’t operate as one unit!"

Lin Bai agreed with a nod, "True. Li Jiuge, got any strategies?"

Li Jiuge revealed, "East Continent Academy recently learned the Demon Sect’s Sect Leader has set up base in the Longteng Dynasty, so our immediate plan is to head straight there!"

Lin Bai cautioned, "Then stay extra vigilant—the Longteng Dynasty was the Demon Sect’s inaugural conquest, making it a prime lair if it’s their headquarters, fraught with dangers!"

Li Jiuge nodded faintly and inquired, "And your group? What’s the scheme?"

Lin Bai outlined, "You’re targeting the dynasty, so we’ll hit the Territories!"

"I intend to start at Phoenix Song Area and check it out!"

"See if we can glean intel from Demon Sect disciples lurking there!"

Li Jiuge approved, "Good call—Phoenix Song Area falls under Feng Family’s control, and your ties with their Feng Wenjun run deep. It’s the ideal spot for you!"

"In that case, we part ways here!"

"May we uncover clues swiftly, ideally pinpointing the Demon Sect’s next strike—be it Territories or Dynasty!"

Lin Bai nodded firmly, "Yes, we have to expose the Demon Sect’s upcoming actions!"

Li Jiuge cupped his hands toward Lin Bai and Lan Yuxin, then soared skyward with Xing Hen, bound directly for Longteng Dynasty.

"Time to go—we’re off to Phoenix Song Area!"

Lin Bai announced.

"I’ve got a Spirit Boat ready!" Lan Yuxin declared.