Chapter 1562 Defeating Xu Bai
With sword-like brows and starry eyes, a face like carved jade, and the bearing of a handsome young man,
He frowned, unable to help but size up this white-robed youth.
It wasn't because of the youth's attire, but because of the aura emanating from him. Although his cultivation was only at the Martial Emperor realm of the first rank, it was incredibly sharp.
It was Sword Intent!
It was rumored that when one cultivated swordsmanship to a certain level, every movement carried an aura that could sever all things; this was precisely Sword Intent!
Xu Bai walked over, also appraising Chen Xuan.
With his cultivation level, he naturally couldn't discern anything unusual, merely finding Chen Xuan to be ordinary. He couldn't help but frown, "You expect to enter the Spiritual Pool with just this?"
"My entering the Spiritual Pool doesn't seem to concern you."
Chen Xuan said indifferently.
Was this person here for the Spiritual Pool spot?
"How does it not concern me? To tell you the truth, I was also invited by Young Master Gu to participate in the clan gathering with him. Why should you get the Spiritual Pool spot, and I shouldn't?" Xu Bai said coldly.
"Then you should go ask Gu Lingyun. Does asking me do any good?"
Chen Xuan looked at Xu Bai as if he were an idiot. Are you stupid? I'm not the one who gave you the reward?
"There is only one spot for the Spiritual Pool, so naturally, I should find you. Hand over the Spiritual Pool spot obediently, and I'll let you off."
Xu Bai drew his sword, his sharp aura becoming even more aggressive.
The surroundings seemed to be filled with a murderous intent; anyone within three feet would be easily annihilated.
*Crack, crack!*
The surrounding bottles, jars, and teacups seemed unable to withstand this aura and instantly shattered into pieces.
"Get lost! I don't have time to chat with you."
Chen Xuan cursed.
"You court death!"
Xu Bai raised his hand, and a sword suddenly thrust through the air.
The sound of breaking wind instantly erupted, creating a cacophony of sounds.
"Scram!"
Chen Xuan bent down to dodge the sword, but Xu Bai thrust another sword towards Chen Xuan's neck. He let out an angry roar and kicked out. By chance, his foot connected with Xu Bai's hand.
The long sword instantly flew out, embedding itself in the wall.
Xu Bai's expression changed, and he staggered back several steps, creating distance between himself and Chen Xuan.
He never expected Chen Xuan to be this strong.
"Are you going to roll or not?" Chen Xuan said impatiently.
"Good kid, you actually have this ability. I underestimated you. It seems I need to get serious."
Before Xu Bai could finish speaking, he spread his hand, and a powerful suction force emanated from his palm. The long sword embedded in the wall first trembled violently, and then, with a "whoosh," it returned to Xu Bai's hand.
"Flowing Cloud Sword!"
He wielded the long sword, and sword energy crisscrossed the air, but more importantly, there was a sense of etherealness, making it impossible to know when Xu Bai would strike or how to defend.
And Xu Bai's figure suddenly vanished.
Chen Xuan nodded slightly.
He had to admit that this fellow's swordsmanship was profound, and this swordsmanship required a profound movement technique to complement it to achieve this ethereal quality.
"Kid, this is my sect's Flowing Cloud Sword. If you don't want to die, surrender quickly and hand over the Spiritual Pool spot!"
Even Xu Bai's voice had gained a touch of etherealness.
"You are not worthy yet."
Chen Xuan stood with his hands behind his back and said indifferently.
"Since that is the case, I shall not hold back."
Xu Bai sneered a few times, and his swordsmanship changed again, making it impossible to fathom.
Within the room, sword energy raged!
"Go!"
Suddenly, with a sword thrust from the air, it aimed directly at Chen Xuan's face.
Chen Xuan waved his sleeve.
A silver needle shot out through the air.
*Clang—*
A sound like metal striking metal suddenly rang out. The silver needle blocked the sword, and the long sword once again disappeared from sight.
Following that, Xu Bai's surprised voice was heard again, seeming quite astonished that Chen Xuan could block this sword.
"You can't possibly defeat me!"
Chen Xuan said calmly, "Surrender quickly." (kanshūwǔ.net)
Xu Bai remained silent.
A moment later, another voice echoed in the room, "Go!"
This time, Xu Bai unleashed nine consecutive sword strikes!
Chen Xuan dodged three of them and shot out five silver needles, blocking the other five swords.
As for the last sword strike, Chen Xuan caught it directly between his two fingers!
Xu Bai's figure reappeared. His face was filled with astonishment, "How is this possible?"
"Nothing is impossible!"
Chen Xuan kicked Xu Bai in the abdomen, sending him flying out and crashing heavily onto the ground.
*Whoosh!*
With a flick of his wrist, the long sword shot towards Xu Bai.
The long sword enlarged in Xu Bai's pupils. He braced himself with both hands, retreating frantically, his eyes filled with fear.
*Pfft!*
The long sword pierced Xu Bai's abdomen. He felt a chill, and some liquid flowed out. He touched it and found it was all blood. It seemed he had just realized he had been stabbed with his own sword.
"Brother Chen Xuan... you've made me wait..."
At this moment, Gu Lingyun, seeing that the timing was right, pushed the door open and walked in.
When he saw the scene before him, the smile on his face instantly froze.
He had expected Xu Bai to teach Chen Xuan a harsh lesson, and then he would step in to resolve the conflict, thereby subduing Chen Xuan. But who would have thought that the proud son of heaven from the Yun Jian Sect would be lying on the ground with his own sword embedded in his abdomen?
Are you self-harming?
Didn't you say you were going to deal with this guy?
In an instant, Gu Lingyun was somewhat flustered.
"Young Master Gu, you've finally arrived. I've been waiting for you for a long time." Chen Xuan laughed heartily.
"What is this?" Gu Lingyun frowned.
"It's nothing. This brother Xu Bai wanted to have a sparring session with me, but unexpectedly, he accidentally stabbed himself in the stomach with his sword. I see he's bleeding quite a bit, so you should send him to the hospital quickly." Chen Xuan said with a smile.
"Ah?"
Gu Lingyun, even if he were a fool, wouldn't believe Chen Xuan's words. After all, Xu Bai was a proud son of heaven who, at a young age, had cultivated the ethereal intent of the Flowing Cloud Sword and become a swordsman. How could such an accident happen?
Chen Xuan shrugged, "If you don't believe me, then ask Xu Bai."
"Brother Xu, is that what happened?"
Gu Lingyun looked at Xu Bai and asked.
Xu Bai's expression stiffened, and he gnashed his teeth resentfully, but he still said, "What Brother Chen said is the truth. Please trouble Young Master Gu to send me to the hospital. I'm injured and probably won't be able to accompany you to the Gu clan gathering."
He was also a proud son of heaven and naturally valued his reputation. If people knew he had been humiliated like this, his reputation would be tarnished.
"Uh... alright! Quickly send Brother Xu to the hospital."
Gu Lingyun hurriedly called for people to take Xu Bai to the hospital.
He began to worry. Now, with only Chen Xuan left as a guard, what would they do?
If he had known, he wouldn't have let Xu Bai make a move. Otherwise, why would he be shooting himself in the foot? He was now filled with regret.
"Young Master Gu, when are we going to the Spiritual Pool?" Chen Xuan asked with a smile.
"We'll go there now."
Gu Lingyun's mouth twitched, and he made a gesture of invitation with his hand.
Chen Xuan smiled slightly and walked out.
Looking at Chen Xuan's retreating back, Gu Lingyun sighed deeply. Was it really so difficult to subdue Chen Xuan?
Following the winding corridors, they entered a stone forest. The guards on both sides of the path increased, suggesting that this was a highly confidential area.