The Unparalleled Sword Emperor Chapter 2734 - 2709: Madam Yang’s Departure!

"I've already told you, it's not to gain your sympathy, but to make you understand that to obtain the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill' from the Wang Family, annihilation is the only path!"

"So, if you're willing to consider a different request, I will do my utmost to fulfill it!"

"For instance, your current cultivation is still quite low. I can arrange for the Zhao Family to provide numerous precious miraculous elixirs, enabling your cultivation to reach the Great Perfection of the Death Reversal Realm in a very short period!"

"Moreover, the Zhao Family can supply ample cultivation resources to ensure your smooth advancement to the Wending Realm!"

Zhao Wuji, the City Lord of Blackwater City, spoke earnestly to Lin Bai.

After a prolonged period of contemplation, Lin Bai finally shook his head and stated, "Without the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill', I have no intention of taking any risks in Blackwater City. After all, should I participate in the Dragon City Battle, I will undoubtedly draw the attention of many formidable adversaries!"

"Please be assured, Lord City Master, if you require my assistance in the Dragon City Battle, I will not aid any family unless they possess the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill' from one of the Eight Great Clans!"

Lin Bai declared with unwavering conviction.

Zhao Wuji let out a soft chuckle and inquired, "Is your desire for the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill' truly that intense?"

Lin Bai offered a smile and replied, "It is precisely because the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill' holds such immense appeal that I am willing to undertake such a risk!"

"The miraculous elixirs you mentioned earlier, for example; those are simply not enough to compel me to take such a gamble!"

Upon hearing Lin Bai's resolute words, Zhao Wuji finally let out a helpless laugh and said, "Very well, since you are insistent that only the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill' will sway your decision, then I shall not press further."

"Within Blackwater City, even the Zhao Family cannot produce the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill,' nor can any of the other seven great clans!"

"I trust you will honor your promise!"

"You are dismissed."

Zhao Wuji looked at Lin Bai and spoke.

Lin Bai rose, offered a clasped-fist salute to Zhao Wuji, turned around, and found Lin Ye waiting outside the Lake Pavilion. They then departed the City Lord Mansion together.

After Lin Bai's departure.

A middle-aged man arrived hurriedly at the Lake Pavilion, clasped his fist, and inquired, "Uncle, did Lin Bai agree to assist?"

This middle-aged man was none other than Zhaoyun Tian, the Patriarch of the Zhao family!

Zhao Wuji shook his head and replied, "This individual possesses an exceptionally determined mind; he categorically demands the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill.' Since we are unable to provide it, the other seven Patriarchs face the same predicament!"

"He has stated that without the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Technique,' the Dragon City Battle is simply not worth the risk involved."

"Then we need not concern ourselves with him any further!"

"Fortunately, I have already selected a suitable Guest Official for the Zhao Family. However, he has sent word that he requires seven days to reach Blackwater City!"

Zhao Wuji said, shaking his head.

"Who is this Guest Official that Uncle has found? He requires seven days to reach Blackwater City? But the Dragon City Battle is only three days away; there simply isn't enough time!" Zhaoyun Tian said in a low voice.

Zhao Wuji shook his head and responded, "It matters not; I will arrange for the postponement of the Dragon City Battle."

"This Guest Official I have secured is truly extraordinary; he is a disciple from the Sword God Family!"

"Furthermore, within the Sword God Family, this individual is a renowned figure, counted among the Nine Great Swords!"

Upon hearing this, Zhaoyun Tian's face lit up with astonishment, and he joyfully exclaimed, "One of the Nine Swordsmen from the Sword God Family! With the assistance of this Sword Child, our Zhao Family is certain to reclaim the position of City Lord!"

"Even that Sword Demon Lin Bai is a mere trifle compared to a Sword Child of the Sword God Family!"

...

Emerging from the City Lord Mansion, Lin Bai and Lin Ye proceeded along the bustling streets of Blackwater City.

Suddenly, a woman materialized directly in Lin Bai's path.

Accompanying this woman were four men, whose exceptional beauty even surpassed hers.

Upon recognizing the woman, Lin Bai stepped forward, clasped his fist, and addressed her, "Madam Yang, if you have come to solicit my aid for the Zhao Family, then please spare your breath. I have already made my position perfectly clear: without the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill,' I will not offer my assistance!"

The captivating woman before him was none other than Madam Yang.

Madam Yang's face was etched with weariness, and she managed a bitter smile, saying, "No, I have come today to issue a warning. It would be best if you do not assist the Zhao Family, for they are a collection of ungrateful wretches!"

"Should you help them secure the Commander Flag, the Zhao Family will offer you no reward whatsoever!"

"Conversely, if you falter even slightly during the Dragon City Battle, they will pin all the blame on you, and your demise is certain!"

Madam Yang drew closer to Lin Bai, her voice soft.

Hearing Madam Yang's words, Lin Bai felt a surge of curiosity. Why would Madam Yang, a warrior affiliated with the Zhao Family and even a part of its direct lineage, speak ill of them?

Madam Yang let out a cold laugh. "You must be wondering why I, a warrior of the Zhao Family and even of its direct bloodline, would speak against them."

Lin Bai offered a slight smile, his gaze fixed on Madam Yang.

Madam Yang declared, "It's because all of that holds no significance anymore!"

"Lin Bai, I must take my leave now!"

Lin Bai inquired, his curiosity piqued, "Leave? Where are you going?"

Madam Yang chuckled and replied, "To wander the world!"

"I've had my fill of Blackwater City, and my disillusionment with the Zhao Family runs deep. It's time for me to seek a new place to reside."

"Lin Bai, perhaps our paths will cross again when the green mountains remain and the great rivers flow on!"

Madam Yang spoke with a gentle laugh.

With those words, Madam Yang turned and departed, accompanied by four comely men, heading directly out of Blackwater City. As Lin Bai observed Madam Yang's retreating form, he sensed a profound sense of desolation emanating from her.

It seemed Madam Yang had truly relinquished all hope concerning the Zhao Family!

Following Madam Yang's departure, Lin Bai and Lin Ye finally made their way back to the Tang Family residence.

Two days elapsed with remarkable speed.

Throughout this period, not a single warrior from the Tang Family ventured to disturb Lin Bai.

Lin Bai dedicated himself to quiet cultivation within the modest courtyard, concurrently imparting guidance to Lin Ye.

"The Wild Beast Eight Styles..." Lin Bai had sought out the Tang Family members today to gain a clear understanding of the Qian Family's renowned 'Wild Beast Eight Styles'!

The Tang Family's response was exceptionally swift. Within a single morning, they had procured the 'Wild Beast Eight Styles', which essentially involved instructing Lin Ye in eight distinct punching techniques.

The Eight Styles of the Wild Beast are as follows: Fury, Attack, Tear, Shock, Kill, Defend, Break, and Annihilate.

This particular set of cultivation techniques was custom-crafted for Lin Ye, designed such that only he could execute them.

The Wild Beast Eight Styles, encompassing both offensive and defensive maneuvers, when combined with Lin Ye's unparalleled divine strength, unleashed an overwhelming force!

Over these two days, Lin Bai observed Lin Ye practicing the 'Wild Beast Eight Styles' under his watchful eye. Upon witnessing the techniques, Lin Bai genuinely acknowledged the extraordinary power inherent in the Wild Beast Eight Styles.

Just as Lin Bai was overseeing Lin Ye's practice of the 'Wild Beast Eight Styles' in the courtyard, Tangjing Xiu and Tang Yuezhi, their faces etched with paleness, entered the premises outside Lin Bai's humble abode.

"Guest Elder Lin Bai..." Tangjing Xiu entered, his complexion ashen, offering a smile to Lin Bai.

Lin Bai rose, and with a smile and clasped fists, addressed him, "Patriarch of the Tang Family!"

Tangjing Xiu wasted no time, directly retrieving a treasure chest from his Storage Bag and presenting it before Lin Bai, stating softly, "This is what you desired, the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill'!

"Our Tang Family offers this to you, in the hopes that Guest Elder Lin Bai will lend our Tang Family aid during the Dragon City Battle!"

Tangjing Xiu placed the treasure chest before Lin Bai, his words carrying a tone of firm resolve.

Lin Bai cast his gaze downward, noting that the treasure chest was fashioned from bronze. At that very moment, dried bloodstains still marred its surface, emitting a potent, metallic scent of gore...