Chapter 2026 - 2023: The Second Mission!
In fact, I think it’s possible to even refine Saint Blood from this bone!
If that’s really the case, it couldn’t be better!
This Saint Blood is unimaginably beneficial for tempering the body of a Martial Artist!
It can even be used as energy for the Black Soil.
One could say, although it’s just a small hand bone, it’s a treasure all over!
"Alright, I’ll leave it to you then."
This matter was entrusted to the Black Soil, and Lin Xuan couldn’t help much now and could only fully activate the Spirit Boat.
Taiyi Dynasty, Glazed Tile Palace.
At this moment, it’s early morning, the sun has just risen, and a myriad of rays of light sprinkle over the mountains.
And at this time, a gray light like a Sword Light streaked across the Void, swiftly shuttling through the mountains.
Subsequently, it entered deep into the Glazed Tile Palace.
"Prince, there is news."
That gray Sword Intent transformed into a gray-robed man, who then said respectfully.
Boom!
The grand door in front slowly opened, and the Glazed Tile King strode out. He wore a crown and a royal robe, exuding the momentum of a dragon.
"Speak!"
A majestic voice rang out.
"The Saint Relic from the Jiuli Tower was stolen, and the successful person is Xiang Yu, the Prince of the Daxia Dynasty."
"It was really stolen?" The Glazed Tile King asked again.
"Indeed it has been stolen, and now the entire Jiuli Tower, including the people of Western Jiuli, are pursuing Xiang Yu."
"Father, we failed." At this moment, a young man in purple clothes walked from behind, frowning, seemingly a little displeased.
"No." The Glazed Tile King smiled and said, "Hao’er, do you think a Great Power could enter the Jiuli Tower and snatch the Saint’s relic?"
"That’s obviously impossible."
"So, what Father means is, you never planned to obtain this Saint’s relic?"
"This thing is so precious, to get it, we’d have to dispatch a significant number of elites."
"No one could possibly succeed alone, even a Supreme Great Power."
"So, sending someone was just to disrupt the situation."
"With news of the Ten Thousand Dragon Nest out, the winds of the nine nations will rise, and our Taiyi Dynasty will surely be engulfed."
"It’s better to provoke a war between the two countries now to deplete their strength."
"This way, when the fight for the Ten Thousand Dragon Nest occurs, we’ll have the advantage."
"Those people failed before because they couldn’t disrupt the situation or provoke a war between the two countries."
"And now, that young man succeeded."
"I believe the relationship between the Jiuli Dynasty and the Daxia Dynasty is very tense now. Strong individuals from both sides may even fight."
"By then, some will surely fall."
"We’ll just need to watch from the sidelines."
"Moreover, the Saint’s thing is just a legend, not to be taken seriously."
"Even if it exists, it’s a hot potato that we can’t digest at the moment."
"Father is wise."
Behind him, upon hearing this, the purple-clothed youth brightened in expression.
"Hao’er, have you prepared the things for the Eighth Prince?"
The Glazed Tile King said as he gently waved his hand. Instantly, the gray-robed man kneeling in front shivered and exited the hall.
The purple-clothed young man said, "Don’t worry, Father, everything is ready."
Hearing this, the Glazed Tile King nodded slightly and said, "We have already sided with the Eighth Prince, leaving us no retreat."
"Should the Eighth Prince fail in the end, our Glazed Tile Palace will suffer a huge blow."
"Rest assured, Father. Eighth Brother has gathered many experts this time, he definitely has the strength to compete for the final Crown Prince position."
Hm.
The Glazed Tile King nodded, then looked into the distance, his gaze deep and profound.
Ten days later, a figure arrived.
This person was Lin Xuan, weary from travel, rushing here and utilizing the Super Transmission Array, finally returning to the Glazed Tile Palace.
Taking a deep breath, Lin Xuan strode into the depths of the Glazed Tile Palace.
"Stop."
At the entrance, two guards holding long spears blocked the way.
Lin Xuan said in a deep voice, "My name is Lin Xuan. I have business with the Prince, please notify the General."
"Wait."
A guard went in to pass the message, and shortly after, returned, respectfully saying, "Mr. Lin, please."
Lin Xuan nodded and followed the guard inside.
In the distance, ethereal Immortal Mist surrounded a grand hall hidden within the clouds like an Immortal Palace.
As Lin Xuan ascended the hall’s steps, the guard retreated, leaving only Lin Xuan.
He stepped onto the Stone Platform, surrounded by endless clouds, as if in an Immortal Realm.
Creak.
The vermillion door opened, and Lin Xuan entered the hall.
Inside was empty, with only a towering figure standing with his hands behind his back at the front.
"Greetings, Prince."
Lin Xuan slightly cupped his fist and said, "This mission failed. I did not obtain the box the Prince wanted."
"Mr. Lin has returned."
The Glazed Tile King turned around, a smile on his face, "I’ve heard about this matter. It’s become a sensation, known worldwide."
"The box was taken by the people of the Daxia Dynasty."
"Not just the Daxia Dynasty, but also the people of Western Jiuli."
"They were well-prepared, bringing many strong individuals to attack. It’s quite normal you couldn’t get it alone."
"Therefore, it’s not your fault."
Hmm?
Hearing this, Lin Xuan frowned, surprised.
Because this was not what he expected at all.
Originally, he thought the Glazed Tile King would be upset, but it seemed not.
In fact, the other party seemed somewhat pleased.
This left Lin Xuan puzzled.
"What about the other two tasks?" he asked instinctively.
"The other two tasks continue, and the other two peaks can also be entered."
"As long as you complete the task."
The Glazed Tile King said with a smile, "Although you didn’t get the box I wanted this time, being able to withdraw safely among so many powerful individuals proves your strength."
He can still continue.
This surprised Lin Xuan even more. Could it be that the Glazed Tile King never wanted that Saint’s treasure?
However, at this time, the Glazed Tile King spoke again, "Are you willing to take on the second task?"
"Willing," Lin Xuan nodded.
"He wants to see, what exactly is the Glazed Tile King playing at?"
"The task is simple, just to kill."
"Kill?"
Lin Xuan raised an eyebrow, indeed straightforward.
He asked, "Who to kill?"
"Breeze Sword King, Bai Zijing."
Saying this, the Glazed Tile King waved his sleeve, throwing a Jade Scroll towards Lin Xuan.
Lin Xuan reached out and caught it, and just then the Glazed Tile King said, "The Jade Scroll records information on Bai Zijing."
"It contains his cultivation, strength, and the characteristics of his Cultivation Technique."
"Study it, and prepare to leave in three days."
"Alright."
Lin Xuan nodded, then took the Jade Scroll and left.
After Lin Xuan left, the purple-clothed youth emerged again and asked, "Father, will he succeed this time?"