The Unparalleled Sword Emperor Chapter 2685 - 2660: Deal Struck!

A fragrant aura preceded Madam Yang as she approached Lin Bai. With a soft chuckle, she inquired, "Do you realize the Ghost Messenger you eliminated in the Fighting Arena was a warrior I handpicked to be my Undefeated General?"

"Now that you have taken his life, are you cognizant of the repercussions?"

Madam Yang let out a light laugh, her voice carrying a subtle undertone of menace and displeasure.

Lin Bai calmly responded, "If he was incapable of defeating me, it stands to reason he wouldn't be fit to serve as the Undefeated General in the Fighting Arena. Had he been capable, he would be the one standing here, not I!"

Madam Yang laughed again and stated, "Sword Demon, I acknowledge your formidable prowess. As we are both astute individuals, let us speak plainly with one another!"

Lin Bai offered a slight nod.

Madam Yang continued, "I am aware that Qian Youcai of the Qian Family also seeks an audience with you, and I have just lost a valuable Undefeated General. Consequently, I am in need of a potent individual to bolster my ranks!"

"You are someone I have placed great expectations upon, Sword Demon!"

Madam Yang declared with a smile.

"Provided you consent to stand by my side, I shall endeavor to fulfill any request you may have!" As she concluded her statement, Madam Yang moved closer to Lin Bai, her movements unhurried.

Lin Bai proceeded to the window, his voice measured as he articulated, "I comprehend your intentions, Madam Yang; you wish for me to assume the mantle of your Undefeated General and, in the future, to serve as your instrument for generating profits within the casino!"

"I am amenable to this arrangement, but I do have a single stipulation!"

Lin Bai stated with an air of indifference.

Madam Yang inquired, "And what might that request be? Pray, speak your mind freely!"

At this juncture, the four attractive men interjected with cold remarks, "Sword Demon, consider this a warning: do not presume to make unreasonable demands, lest we show you no leniency!"

"Precisely! Should you dare to suggest that Madam Yang offer herself in such a manner, we shall be the very first to dispatch you!"

"Madam Yang is not the sort of woman you seem to perceive!"

"Hmph!"

The four handsome men uttered their sentiments with chilling finality.

Madam Yang issued a stern command, "Silence!"

"Sword Demon, proceed with stating your request!"

Lin Bai cast a discerning glance at the four men, a faint smile gracing his lips: "Rest assured, my interest in Madam Yang is not of that nature. My request is rather straightforward..."

"I desire to cultivate the 'Black Water Divine Thunder Skill'!"

"Should Madam Yang be instrumental in procuring the 'Black Water Divine Thunder Skill' for me, I shall pledge myself as your Undefeated General!"

Madam Yang's brow suddenly knitted in concern, and she remarked, "The Darkwater Divine Thunder Technique... that is indeed a formidable treasure within Black Water City. Each component commands a price of ten thousand Merits!"

Lin Bai affirmed, "I am aware of this fact."

Madam Yang smiled thinly and probed, "How can I be assured that investing such a substantial quantity of Cultivation Resources into you will yield a worthwhile return?"

Lin Bai replied with conviction, "My assurance to you is that every contest I participate in will culminate in victory."

Madam Yang emitted a soft, amused chuckle, "You possess such unwavering confidence?"

Lin Bai inclined his head slightly in affirmation.

Lin Bai then reiterated, "That is my request: whosoever provides me with the 'Black Water Divine Thunder Skill' shall gain me as their Undefeated General."

"Madam Yang, I trust you will give my proposal due consideration. I currently have pressing matters to attend to and cannot linger further!"

"Farewell!"

With these words, Lin Bai made to depart.

Madam Yang, fully aware that Lin Bai intended to meet with Qian Youcai of the Qian Family, could not permit him to leave so readily and swiftly called out, "Wait! I can agree to your terms!"

Lin Bai paused, turning his gaze back to Madam Yang.

Madam Yang elaborated, "However, I cannot possibly bestow all three components of the 'Black Water Divine Thunder Skill' upon you simultaneously. Should you acquire all of them and then abscond, what recourse would I have?"

"If you were to vanish after obtaining the Darkwater Divine Thunder Technique, would I not suffer a considerable loss? After all, our acquaintance is of recent standing, and I hold no leverage over you!"

Lin Bai inquired, "What is your proposed course of action?"

Madam Yang suggested, "I am prepared to furnish you with one-third of the 'Black Water Divine Thunder Skill' initially, allowing you to commence your cultivation."

"Upon achieving Ten Victories for me in the Fighting Arena, I shall then grant you the second component!"

"And following fifty consecutive victories, the third and final piece shall be yours. How does that arrangement strike you?"

Madam Yang articulated her proposal softly.

Lin Bai lapsed into a period of thoughtful deliberation, not immediately responding to Madam Yang.

Madam Yang continued, "Even should you encounter Qian Youcai of the Qian Family, it is improbable that he would surrender all three parts of the Darkwater Divine Thunder Technique at once. Were he to do so, he would undoubtedly retain some method of control over you."

"Give this matter careful consideration!"

"While I shall provide the skill in installments, I will not interfere with your personal Cultivation!"

"However, when my need arises for your presence in the Fighting Arena, you are expected to appear!"

"These are my non-negotiable terms for you!"

Madam Yang concluded her stipulations with a gentle tone.

Lin Bai meticulously weighed the proposal, then gave a slight nod, stating, "Very well. I consent to your terms, with the immediate provision of the Darkwater Divine Thunder being paramount."

"No problem!" Madam Yang flashed a brilliant smile and turned to one of the dashing young men. Appearing to grasp Madam Yang's unspoken request, this handsome man promptly departed from the Celestial Immortal Tower. He then proceeded to the Cultivation Skill Pavilion situated within Black Water City, intending to trade for the coveted 'Black Water Divine Thunder Skill'!