The Unparalleled Sword Emperor Chapter 2735 - 2710: Lin Bai’s Identity!

Lin Bai’s gaze remained impassive as he observed the Treasure Box presented by Tangjing Xiu. Receiving it with ease, he gave it a cursory look before inquiring in a measured tone, "Patriarch Tang, have you sustained injuries? To acquire this Treasure Box, your Tang Family must have endured significant losses!"

Tangjing Xiu responded with a soft voice, "It is of no consequence. Guest Official Lin Bai, you may proceed to open it. Should everything be in order, I trust you will honor your pledge!"

Accepting the Treasure Box, Lin Bai flipped it open to reveal a substantial tome within, radiating an aura of antiquity. The cover bore the prominently inscribed five characters: "Houtu Divine Thunder Skill"!

With Tangjing Xiu observing, Lin Bai commenced perusing the tome’s contents, meticulously absorbing each word.

"It is indeed the Houtu Divine Thunder Skill!"

Upon concluding his read, Lin Bai offered a slight nod.

Having already mastered the "Qingmu Divine Thunder Secret Skill" and the "Black Water Divine Thunder Skill," which naturally complemented the "Houtu Divine Thunder Skill," Lin Bai could instantly discern the authenticity of the tome.

Furthermore, Lin Bai also discovered within the tome the cultivation manual for "the Five-Thundered Skill."

Tangjing Xiu affirmed, "Its veracity is unquestionable; it is one of the nine copies preserved within the Wang Family archives!"

"Now that Guest Official Lin Bai has confirmed this as the genuine 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill,' regarding your promise..."

Tangjing Xiu pressed the matter.

Lin Bai drew a deep breath and declared, "As I stated, whoever procures the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill' for me, I shall aid them in the Dragon City Battle to secure the Commander Flag."

"Since the Tang Family has provided me with my desire, I shall dedicate my full effort on behalf of the Tang Family during the Dragon City Battle to claim the Commander Flag, thereby paving the way for the Tang Family to become the next City Lord of Black Water City."

Lin Bai spoke with solemnity.

Tangjing Xiu’s face brightened with joy. Clasping his fists, he said, "We implore Guest Official Lin Bai to uphold his word. With only five days remaining until the Dragon City Battle, please ensure you rest well, Guest Official Lin Bai!"

"Should any needs arise, do not hesitate to inform Yuezhi. The Tang Family will spare no effort to meet them!"

"I feel unwell and shall retire for the evening."

Upon hearing Lin Bai’s affirmation, Tangjing Xiu departed without delay.

After seeing Tangjing Xiu off, Lin Bai instructed Lin Ye to continue his training independently while he himself entered the Secret Chamber to immerse himself in the study of the "Houtu Divine Thunder Skill."

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Tangjing Xiu and his daughter, Tang Yuezhi, exited Lin Bai’s humble courtyard. Shortly thereafter, Tangjing Xiu’s complexion turned ashen, and he staggered, clutching his chest as he coughed up blood.

"Father." Tang Yuezhi rushed to his side, supporting him and anxiously inquired, "Father, are you alright?"

Tangjing Xiu managed a pained smile and replied, "I am fine."

"Let us proceed!"

Supported by Tang Yuezhi, Tangjing Xiu made his unsteady way back to the Main Hall.

Within the Tang Family Main Hall at that moment, three figures awaited, their breaths faint and bodies bearing numerous wounds!

"Did he agree?"

Upon witnessing Tangjing Xiu and Tang Yuezhi’s return, these three figures immediately posed the question.

Tangjing Xiu took a seat, gave a slight nod, and a faint smile touched his lips.

Observing these three figures, Tang Yuezhi recognized them as three of the Tang Family’s Six Elders, individuals of formidable strength who formed the very backbone of the Tang Family.

However, only three were present, their other three counterparts’ whereabouts unknown.

"I pray he can truly assist the Tang Family in seizing the Commander Flag."

"There is no alternative; he is our final hope!"

"Jing Xiu, are we making the right decision?"

The three shadows posed their queries with a tone of deep solemnity.

Tang Yuezhi, standing beside Tangjing Xiu with a perplexed expression, remained unaware of the true nature of the discussion between her father and the three Elders.

Moreover, Tang Yuezhi harbored a keen curiosity about the origin of the Houtu Divine Thunder Skill that Tangjing Xiu had managed to obtain.

Tangjing Xiu offered a cold smile and stated, "Esteemed Elders, I have made this decision for the prosperity of the Tang Family, and furthermore, this represents the Tang Family's last resort."

"Should the Tang Family fail to secure the Commander Flag and attain the position of City Lord, then inevitably, the other seven families will absorb our clan."

"Therefore, this battle is the Tang Family's sole opportunity, one I must seize!"

"The heavens have not forsaken our Tang Family, for they have sent Lin Bai to our aid at this crucial juncture!"

"This is a profound blessing for the Tang Family!"

Despite his pallid complexion, Tangjing Xiu's smile conveyed genuine contentment.

The three Elders exchanged hushed words, wondering, "Is this Warrior Lin Bai truly deserving of our infiltrating Houtu City under the cover of night to acquire the ’Houtu Divine Thunder Skill’? This endeavor has already cost us one life, one severe injury, and one comrade rendered unconscious!"

Upon overhearing this, Tang Yuezhi was instantly overcome with dread.

Tang Yuezhi’s mind reeled with astonishment, "What! Father, along with the Six Elders, actually broke into Houtu City in the dead of night, pilfering the Houtu Divine Thunder Skill from the Wang Family?"

"And for this, the other three Elders suffered such dire consequences – one perished, one was gravely wounded, and one fell unconscious..."

"Such a colossal price paid merely to secure Lin Bai’s endorsement?"

Tang Yuezhi voiced her disbelief.

The three Elders still harbored reservations regarding Lin Bai’s martial prowess, given that his cultivation was only at the Seventh Layer of the Death Reversal Realm.

Tangjing Xiu let out a booming laugh and declared, "Naturally, he does! Esteemed Elders, you have spent many years in seclusion, rarely venturing onto the Northern Continent, let alone keeping abreast of events in the Barbaric Ancient Continent!"

"You are surely unaware of the illustrious background possessed by Lin Bai, our Guest Official!"

"Today, within the Black Water City Fighting Arena, he managed to vanquish the Sword Demon Xu Guang – this is Lin Bai from the Barbaric Ancient Continent! On the East Continent, he possesses another renowned identity..."

"Lin Bai is none other than the Saint of the East Continent Academy!"

"He is hailed as the foremost Tianjiao of the East Continent!"

"Currently, tales of his exploits are circulating far beyond the confines of the East Continent!"

"Esteemed Elders, should you journey to the East Continent now and speak the name Lin Bai, these two titles are universally recognized!"

"The Demonic Sword Purple Hui, the Saint of the East Continent!"

Tangjing Xiu added with a confident smile.

"With the backing of this Saint from the East Continent, the Tang Family’s ambition to seize the City Lord of Black Water City is now within our grasp!"

Tangjing Xiu’s face radiated with sheer delight.

The three Elders were stunned into silence upon hearing Tangjing Xiu’s revelation, "What! Lin Bai is actually the Saint of the East Continent Academy? Why would he choose to leave the East Continent Academy to cultivate and instead come to the Northern Continent?"

Tang Yuezhi’s beautiful eyes widened, fixing a bewildered gaze upon Tangjing Xiu.

Tangjing Xiu simply shook his head, replying, "The reasons are unknown, but the veracity of Lin Bai being the Saint of the East Continent Academy is undeniable, as the news originated from the Fighting Arena itself!"

The three Elders mused, "Since the information emerged from the Fighting Arena, it is undoubtedly accurate. It appears our Tang Family indeed has a genuine prospect of restoring its former glory!"

Hearing the details of Lin Bai’s esteemed identity, the faces of the three Elders lit up with evident joy.

The three Elders joyfully commented, "Should we succeed in forging an alliance with the Saint of the East Continent Academy, even if our survival proves challenging on the Northern Continent, we might consider relocating our entire family to the East Continent..."

"The East Continent is immeasurably more prosperous than the Northern Continent!"

"If the family were to establish itself in the East Continent, the Tang Family’s ascent to new heights is virtually assured!"

Contemplating this promising future, the three Elders erupted into effervescent laughter.