Lu Xuan's heart skipped a beat. He did not hold a sword in his hand, nor did he reveal any signs. Yet, this person was able to tell that he was a swordsman. His eyesight was truly extraordinary.
At this moment, Lu Xuan once again sized up the person in front of him. With one look, he was slightly shocked. Even though this person was dressed like a scholar, he was a martial artist. More importantly, Lu Xuan could not see through this person's strength. In other words, this person was definitely at least at the 7th Layer of the Body Refinement Realm. In the secular world, a 7th Layer of the Body Refinement Realm was not weak. Moreover, this person might even be stronger than the 7th Layer of the Body Refinement Realm.
Perhaps it was because he saw the vigilance in Lu Xuan's eyes, the middle-aged scholar revealed a smile and said: "I have no ill intentions. If there is nothing else, can I have a word with you?"
Lu Xuan hesitated for a moment, then nodded. Even though he did not know what this guy was up to, he did not look like a bad person. Moreover, this was Peerless City. Even if he had any bad intentions, he would not act here.
Under the middle-aged scholar's guidance, Lu Xuan followed him to a quiet place.
"What's the matter? Can you say it now?" Lu Xuan said bluntly.
The scholar smiled and said: "First, let me introduce myself. My surname is Bai and my name is Chi."
Lu Xuan was a little stunned. Bai what? Idiot? There was someone with this name?
Seeing Lu Xuan's expression, how could Bai Chi not know what Lu Xuan was thinking. He immediately revealed an awkward expression: "It's Chi as in pond, not Chi as in idiot."
Realizing that he had misunderstood, Lu Xuan revealed an apologetic smile: "Sorry, I didn't mean it. It's just that … it's too easy to make the connection."
Bai Chi laughed heartily and waved his hand, "It's fine. You're not the first person to mishear my name, and I don't think you'll be the last. I'm used to it. However, I still want to ask, are you a sword cultivator?"
Bai Chi's generosity left a good impression on Lu Xuan. Although Lu Xuan didn't know why Bai Chi was so sure that he was a Sword Cultivator, there was nothing to hide. Lu Xuan immediately nodded and admitted it.
Seeing Lu Xuan nod his head, Bai Chi's face lit up, "That's great. It's not easy to find a strong Sword Cultivator in Wu Shuang City."
What he said was not wrong. In the territory of the Heavenly Saber Sect, there were many sabermen. Occasionally, there would be sword cultivators, but their strength was not considered strong. Lu Xuan's strength at the sixth layer of the Body Refinement Realm was considered extraordinary in the secular world.
Bai Chi continued, "Since you're a sword cultivator, I won't hide it anymore. I have something I need your help with. If it's done, it'll be very beneficial to you. However, the process might be a little dangerous. Are you interested?"
"Please speak, Mr. Bai." Lu Xuan wasn't in a hurry to leave. After all, he had just arrived in Wu Shuang City and didn't have any goals.
"I'm sure you've heard of the Hengduan Mountain Range at the border of the Wu Shuang Empire. There are many ferocious beasts there, and there are even some relics left behind by some strong practitioners. Many warriors go there to explore, and there are many who have gained a lot. This time, the matter I want to talk about is related to that place." Bai Chi lowered his voice and said.
Lu Xuan nodded his head slightly. He naturally knew about the Hengduan Mountain Range. However, he only saw it from the map that Chen Xiaohan gave him. He wasn't sure if there were any relics there. However, since Bai Chi said so, it must be true.
"Some time ago, a brother and I went to explore. Our luck was extremely good this time and we actually found a hidden cave dwelling. It's highly possible that it's the remnant of an expert. In our joy, we prepared to go in and try our luck. However, it's a pity that there's a formation before the cave dwelling. This formation might be powerful back then, but after so many years, it's no longer what it used to be. My brother and I spent a great amount of effort and successfully broke through the first two layers. There's only the last layer left, but it's this formation that's blocking us."
"Why? Could it be that this formation is very strong? " Lu Xuan followed up on his words and asked. There was no warrior who wouldn't be interested in the relics of a strong practitioner. This was because the relics represented all kinds of benefits and opportunities. Lu Xuan was no exception.
Bai Chi shook his head and said: "That's not it. The strength of this formation is not much different from the one we broke before. However, it's extremely mysterious because it has a restriction on the person who breaks it."
"In reality, these three formations all have restrictions on the person who breaks them. The first two formations were broken by my brother and I, and were targeted at blade users and spear users respectively. However, the third formation is targeted at sword practitioners. If the martial artist who enters the formation does not use sword techniques to break it, the power of the formation will suddenly increase. Based on our strength, we are unable to withstand it. Now, young hero should know why I came looking for you."
After listening to Bai Chi's words, Lu Xuan revealed a look of understanding. This world was indeed full of strange things. He never thought that a formation could actually have such restrictions. Evidently, Bai Chi wanted his help in breaking the formation. No wonder he kept asking if he was a sword practitioner.
"I'm only at the 6th Layer of the Body Refinement Stage. I'm sure Mister Bai can see that based on my strength, I'm afraid it's not enough to deal with that formation." Lu Xuan didn't rashly agree. Although it was his first time coming out to train, he knew that people's hearts were sinister and he had to be on guard.
Hearing this, Bai Chi smiled faintly and said: "Young hero must be joking. Actually, my brother and I are only at the 7th Layer of the Body Refinement Stage, not much higher than young hero. The reason why I came looking for young hero is because it's hard to find a sword practitioner. Adding on the fact that low leveled ones can't break the formation, and high leveled ones can't break the formation.
Lu Xuan was deep in thought. This made sense. He was also worried that Bai Chi would plot against him, so he didn't rashly agree. They must have thought of the same thing. When it comes to exploring, it's best to find someone with similar strength. After all, it's hard to know a person's heart.
Seeing that Lu Xuan seemed to be hesitating, Bai Chi opened his mouth again: "Young hero doesn't need to worry about the danger. As long as young hero can help us break the formation, naturally, my brother and I will take care of everything inside. Also, since this formation requires the Spear, Saber, and Sword Martial Techniques to break the formation, there must be some corresponding items inside. There might even be Treasured Weapons and other high leveled Martial Techniques. When the time comes, everyone will take what they need. Anything that belongs to a sword practitioner will naturally belong to young hero."
Hearing Bai Chi's words, Lu Xuan was a bit tempted. To be able to have the qualifications to set up a cave, one must be a powerful person. Not to mention other things, there should be Treasured Weapons and high leveled Martial Techniques. There might even be a Mysterious Level Martial Technique. Right now, his strongest skill was the Yellow Level Blink Sword Technique. If he could obtain a Mysterious Level Martial Technique, then his strength would definitely greatly increase.
More importantly, for others, the most worrying problem of safety, Lu Xuan didn't need to worry at all. Although he was only at the 6th Layer of the Body Refinement Stage, his strength was comparable to the 8th Layer of the Body Refinement Stage. Moreover, with the newly obtained Broken Star Sword in hand, even if it was a Ninth Layer of the Body Refinement Stage, he would still have the strength to fight!
"If that's the case … then I'll go with Mister Bai. But let me say this first, if the danger level of the cave exceeds what I can endure, then I may have to leave early." Lu Xuan said. Although the item was good, he needed to be alive to enjoy it.
Seeing that Lu Xuan agreed, Bai Chi was overjoyed. He immediately agreed: "Of course, young hero doesn't need to say it, we won't force ourselves. That's right, I still haven't asked young hero for your name?"
"I'm Lu Xuan." Lu Xuan didn't hide it, and there was no need to hide it. Even if the Saber Sect and the others were looking for him, they wouldn't come all the way to Peerless City.
Hearing this, Bai Chi pondered for a moment. It seemed that there was no clan with the surname Lu in the vicinity of Peerless City. He immediately calmed down and laughed: "Young hero Lu, you're already at the sixth rank of the Body Refinement Realm at such a young age. Your future is limitless. I'm almost twenty years older, but I'm only at the seventh rank of the Body Refinement Realm. I'm ashamed."
Lu Xuan smiled slightly, but didn't reply. Although Bai Chi said that he was only at the seventh rank of the Body Refinement Realm, how could Lu Xuan completely believe him? However, even if he was a bit stronger, Lu Xuan wasn't afraid. If they knew their place, then it would be fine. But if they wanted to burn the bridge after crossing the river, then who knows who would be the unlucky one.
Thinking of this, Lu Xuan couldn't help but thank Chen Xiaohan again in his heart. Chen Xiaohan gave him the three talisman scrolls, which was the source of his confidence.
"Young hero Lu, do you still need to prepare anything? If there's nothing else, let's go now. There's no time to lose. Although the cave is extremely hidden, someone might find it. "Bai Chi asked.
Lu Xuan shook his head and said: "There's no need. Let's go now?"
"That's fine. Come with me. We'll first go outside the city to find my brother." Bai Chi didn't delay and left immediately.
The two of them immediately set off. Along the way, Bai Chi would occasionally chat with Lu Xuan. He seemed to be very friendly. Moreover, he seemed to know a lot, which suited his scholarly appearance.
Lu Xuan also took the opportunity to ask about the situation of the Peerless Empire and the Sky Blade Sect. Bai Chi told him everything he knew without hiding anything. In an instant, Lu Xuan had a good impression of him.
"Right now, my brother is waiting in a broken down temple outside the city. It's not far from here." After leaving the city for quite a distance, Bai Chi was worried that Lu Xuan would become impatient. Bai Chi explained.
However, he naturally underestimated Lu Xuan's patience. How could a person who could cultivate for several months only have so little patience?
After walking for a while, a broken down temple appeared in Lu Xuan's sight. That must be the broken down temple that Bai Chi was talking about.
Not long after, the two of them arrived in front of the broken down temple. They saw a burly man standing in front of the slope, as if he was waiting for someone. When he saw Bai Chi, the burly man immediately revealed a look of joy.
"Big brother, you're back. That small … that small matter has been settled?" When he saw Lu Xuan beside Bai Chi, he immediately changed his words.
"Yes, it's settled. This little brother is the one I invited to help. Let's talk inside." While Lu Xuan wasn't paying attention, Bai Chi glared at the burly man.
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