The Unparalleled Sword Emperor Chapter 2728 - 2703: The Zhao Family’s Invitation! (5 Updates)

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Previously on The Unparalleled Sword Emperor...
Lin Bai attends a banquet at the Zhao family, where he learns about the Dragon City Battle, a martial arts competition held by the Eight Great Clans to select the next City Lord of Black Water City. The Zhao family then formally invites Lin Bai to be their Guest Official and help them win the Commander Flag.
As Zhaoyun Tian extended his invitation for Lin Bai to join the Zhao family as a Guest Official for the Dragon City Battle, immediate strong objections arose from Zhaosi Yun, Zhaosi Yuan, and Zhao Zheng. These three were recognized as prominent members of the younger generation within the Zhao family and were crucial figures for the upcoming Dragon City Battle. Consequently, they desired a Guest Official possessing immense strength, not someone like Lin Bai, whose cultivation was only at the seventh layer of the Death Reversal Realm. Lin Bai offered a smile and remarked, "Patriarch Zhaoyun Tian, as you’ve heard, both Young Masters and Miss believe I am unsuitable!" "Indeed, I too feel I am not entirely fitting to serve as a Guest Official for the Zhao family in the Dragon City Battle!" "Therefore, I urge Patriarch Zhaoyun Tian to find someone more capable!" Lin Bai politely declined with a subtle smile. Zhaoyun Tian responded, "Brother Lin Bai, do not be so hasty in your refusal. As long as you are willing to become the Zhao family’s Guest Official, any conditions you propose, within our power to grant, we shall endeavor to fulfill!" Lin Bai appeared surprised and inquired, "Are you being serious?" Zhaoyun Tian chuckled,

As Madam Yang made her entrance, Lin Bai observed the Elders of the Zhang family and Yang Siyuan exuding an aura of disdain, so much so that they wouldn't even grant Madam Yang a passing glance, averting their gazes instead.

Even Zhaoyun Tian's countenance betrayed a hint of disgust!

Nevertheless, acknowledging the gravity of the situation, Zhaoyun Tian inquired, "Zhao Jun, do you not recognize him?"

Zhaoyun Tian gestured towards Lin Bai.

Zhao Jun cast another look at Lin Bai, stating with an unruffled demeanor, "I do not recognize him."

Zhaoyun Tian let out a chuckle and remarked, "Heh, Zhao Jun, do you fail to recall the Sword Demon who once engaged in fierce combat within the Fighting Arena, accumulating substantial merits for you?"

At these words, Madam Yang's expression underwent a dramatic transformation, and she turned her attention to Lin Bai.

Upon hearing Zhaoyun Tian's revelation, the martial artists of the Zhao family were instantly taken aback.

Even Zhaosi Yuan, Zhaosi Yun, and Zhao Zheng appeared stunned as their eyes fixed upon Lin Bai.

Lin Bai turned around, offered Madam Yang a faint smile.

Madam Yang was momentarily bewildered, gazing at Lin Bai in astonishment. She voiced her disbelief, "With your cultivation at the Seventh Layer of the Death Reversal Realm, can you truly be the Sword Demon?"

Lin Bai chuckled and replied, "Madam Yang, you truly should have wagered more merits on me!"

Upon hearing Lin Bai's statement, Madam Yang became entirely convinced that the individual before her was indeed the legendary Sword Demon.

This conviction stemmed from the fact that these were the very words Lin Bai had uttered to Madam Yang during their initial collaboration, after he emerged victorious from a martial arts competition and returned to the Elegant Pavilion!

Madam Yang stared at Lin Bai, her eyes wide with disbelief.

In Madam Yang's mind, the Sword Demon was envisioned as a figure possessing profound and unfathomable cultivation, wielding exceptionally ruthless techniques, a mind as inscrutable as the heavens, and unparalleled combat experience. Such an individual should, by all accounts, be over a century old!

Yet, Madam Yang had never fathomed that the very Sword Demon who had dominated the Fighting Arena and vanquished the Undefeated General Xu Guang would be a mere young man in his twenties!

This revelation was what truly astounded Madam Yang.

Zhaoyun Tian boomed with laughter and declared, "Zhao Jun, given that you once guided the Sword Demon within the Fighting Arena, your bond must be exceptionally close. Now, the Zhao family intends to extend an invitation to the Sword Demon to serve as a Guest Official for the Dragon City Battle!"

"Assist me in persuading Lin Bai!"

Zhaoyun Tian directly instructed Zhao Jun.

"To be a Guest Official for the Zhao family in the Dragon City Battle?" Madam Yang echoed, surprise coloring her tone. She then offered a soft chuckle and commented, "Indeed, with the old City Lord nearing his abdication and the Dragon City Battle on the horizon, all martial artists at the Death Reversal Realm from the Eight Great Clans will converge upon Dragon City, vying for the prestigious Commander Flag!"

"The Sword Demon's triumph over Xu Guang, showcasing his immense might, makes him undeniably the most fitting candidate to assume the role of the Zhao family's Guest Official!"

Madam Yang nodded gently, concurring with the assessment.

Lin Bai cupped his fists and stated, "Patriarch Zhaoyun Tian, Madam Yang, there is no need for further persuasion. My request has been unequivocally clear: whoever aids me in acquiring the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill' shall have my service in the Dragon City Battle!"

"This condition I have set forth shall remain unaltered!"

"Should the Eight Great Clans prove incapable of fulfilling this prerequisite, then I shall refrain from entangling myself in these turbulent affairs, and I will not lend my aid to any of the families among the Eight Great Clans!"

"I shall take my leave now; there is no need for an escort, Patriarch Zhao!"

Even with Madam Yang's presence, Lin Bai remained resolute in his position.

Having spoken his piece, Lin Bai paid no mind to Madam Yang or Zhaoyun Tian, proceeding to escort Lin Ye directly out of the Zhao family compound.

Lin Bai was eager to depart swiftly; after all, they were guests within the Zhao household, and with only himself and Lin Ye present, they were in a vulnerable state. Should circumstances take a turn for the worse, extricating themselves safely from the Zhao territory would prove challenging.

Consequently, in Lin Bai's judgment, the Zhao family's residence was by no means a secure location, making an expeditious exit the most prudent course of action!

Zhaoyun Tian observed Lin Bai's departure, his gaze hardening as Lin Bai showed no deference towards Madam Yang. He coldly addressed Zhao Jun, "Zhao Jun, is this the individual you have chosen?"

"He was responsible for the family's considerable loss of merits in the Fighting Arena!"

"And now, he flatly refuses to assist the Zhao family in the Dragon City Battle!"

"Zhao Jun, is this truly the one you selected?"

"You are undeniably a harbinger of misfortune!"

Zhaoyun Tian unleashed the full brunt of his anger upon Madam Yang.

Upon hearing this barrage, Madam Yang could only offer a wry smile.

Having only just returned to the Zhao family for mere moments, why was she suddenly bearing the brunt of all the blame?

Madam Yang possessed neither the capacity to retort nor the inclination to engage in an argument; she had grown accustomed to such accusations by this point!

Zhaoyun Tian declared sternly, "Zhao Jun, with only five days remaining until the Dragon City Battle commences, I grant you an additional two days. Should you fail to convince the Sword Demon to align with the Zhao family..."

"Then, you have no need to return to the Zhao family!"

"I will personally erase your name from our family registry!"

"Do you... comprehend?"

Zhaoyun Tian declared with unwavering resolve.

Upon hearing his decree, Madam Yang was stunned. Gazing at Zhaoyun Tian, she felt as though her entire world had imploded in that instant...