The black coffin floated motionlessly in the air.
"I didn't expect to meet Brother Ji here."
Lu Zhou asked again, "Did you set up the Seven Terminal Formation and the Demon Sword?"
"I don't understand formations …"
In other words, the demon sword and tombstone were left behind by him.
"It's been so many years … Did you gain anything from this coffin?"
Gong Yuandu let out a deep sigh and said, "You've made some progress in the way of the sword, but unfortunately, you're limited by your cultivation and can't use it … I might not be able to continue fighting with you."
He thought back to the past.
Both of them were stunning and decisive figures.
Perhaps, only Gong Yuandu knew how much he wanted to defeat Lu Zhou.
"You really want to beat me?"
"In this world, I'm not the only one who wants to defeat you," Gong Yuandu said.
"Perhaps …"
The answer was obvious.
There were countless people who wanted to snatch the Evil Sky Pavilion's treasures and kill the greatest villain in the world.
Both sides said until here.
Everyone understood that Lu Zhou and Gong Yuandu, who was inside the coffin, were old rivals.
Naturally, it was not appropriate for others to interrupt such a conversation between elders.
"I'm curious … What's the Evil Sky Pavilion's Master doing in the Mausoleum of Swords? For my demon sword? Hehe, you have a lot more treasures in your hands than I do, "the person in the coffin joked.
Old rivals chatted, and the atmosphere actually became harmonious.
The oppressive feeling brought about by the coffin had also mostly disappeared.
"There's something of mine in Emperor Yong Shou's mausoleum," Lu Zhou said.
"Brother Ji, you're as stingy as ever … You're talking about this, aren't you?" Gong Yuandu's voice had barely faded when a bang sounded.
The lid of the coffin flipped up 360 degrees.
A book flew out of the coffin.
The coffin lid fell back down and was closed again.
Lu Zhou reacted quickly and caught the book.
It was cold to the touch, and the cold air was threatening.
However, this cold did not affect Lu Zhou at all. The protective energy of the Divine Court realm was enough to block it.
The cover of the book had been carefully wrapped, and it was engraved with the unique colors and dragon patterns of the royal family.
Perhaps they were afraid that the Tomes of Arcane would corrode and fester in the dark and damp mausoleum, so the royal family specially made a special outer shell.
Lu Zhou flipped open the book.
[Ding! Obtained Open Heavenly Book remnant piece (2).]
As expected.
It was indeed a part of the Open Heavenly Book.
Lu Zhou closed the Open Heavenly Writing Scroll and tossed it to Little Yuan 'er.
Little Yuan 'er caught it and began to read it curiously. However, she could not understand anything, and after a while, she lost interest.
A voice came from the coffin.
"This is the only thing in Emperor Yong Shou's mausoleum that I can take a look at. The others are all ordinary items … Brother Ji, since you're here to dig up the tomb, I'm afraid this is the only thing that catches your eye."
Gong Yuandu did not think that Lu Zhou's judgment was inferior to his.
Lu Zhou nodded and said, "That's what I'm looking for."
"The book contains special energy, but I've never been able to understand it … Emperor Yong Shou used it as a burial object, so it must be a treasure, so I kept it with me."
With such an explanation.
Everything made sense.
Lu Zhou had achieved his goal. There was no longer any need for him to dig up Jiang Aijian's ancestral grave.
"Gong Yuandu, if you wish to leave this place, I can give you a ride," Lu Zhou said. Courtesy demanded reciprocity. They did not owe each other anything.
"It's okay …"
The voice from the coffin seemed even more stifled. It was as though something was stuck in Gong Yuandu's throat. "I might not be able to outlive you."
Lu Zhou stared at the coffin as he said, "You still have 100 years before your great limit."
"However, how many mortals can reach 100 years old? It's even more difficult for cultivators. "
Lu Zhou heard Gong Yuandu's pessimistic tone.
Lu Zhou no longer tried to persuade Gong Yuandu.
After all, Gong Yuandu had been competing with him for many years.
It was just a natural law of life and death, the old, sickness, and death.
"In that case, I won't force you."
Lu Zhou prepared to leave.
Inside the coffin, Gong Yuandu said with a sigh, "Before my great limit … Can I fight you, Brother Ji?"
The others were slightly taken aback.
An opponent was an opponent, after all.
Even before he died, he did not forget to drag others down with him.
Little Yuan 'er had initially sympathized with Gong Yuandu for hiding in the coffin in search of a chance to live. However, at this moment, her sympathy was gone.
"What's wrong with you? My master has just fought a few rounds … Even if you win, it'll be an unfair victory. Moreover, you're no match for my master, "Little Yuan 'er said.
The coffin moved slightly. Then, it laughed.
"Brother Ji … With your temper, I'm surprised you have a disciple by your side. I'm impressed … "
Lu Zhou could not be bothered to reply.
Instead, he said, "If you want to fight, come out and fight me."
What's the use of hiding in a coffin like a coward? '
Little Yuan 'er chimed in, "That's right. Come out!"
Jiang Aijian chimed in, "Senior, since we're old friends, why must we fight to the death? Moreover, you've said that your great limit is near. I'm sure your cultivation base is much weaker now. How are you going to fight me? "
Gong Yuandu said, "You've misunderstood … Since I'm going to fight Brother Ji, it's only natural for me to be fair and square … Why would I take advantage of you? Brother Ji, shall we meet in the Evil Sky Pavilion in a month's time? "
Lu Zhou did not mind.
"I'm only worried that you won't last a month."
When one's great limit was up, nobody could say for sure when that day would come.
It could be today, it could be tomorrow, or it could be a year later.
Gong Yuandu laughed hoarsely and said, "We'll meet in a month … If I can't, that's fate."
He had been stubborn all his life. It was time for him to accept his fate.
Lu Zhou stroked his beard and glanced at the others.
Jiang Aijian said to the coffin, "Since you're going to stay in the mausoleum, please show some respect and don't destroy the things inside." “
"What does it have to do with you?"
"The dead are the most important."
This time, there was no reply from the coffin.
Lu Zhou glanced at the swords scattered on the ground.
Jiang Aijian hastily said, "I don't want these inferior items."
Qin Jun scratched his head awkwardly and said, "Can … can I pick up two?"
Jiang Aijian rolled his eyes and said, "Do it yourself."
Qin Jun was overjoyed. He picked up two of the best earth-grade weapons.
Jiang Aijian said, "You have a good eye."
"A gentleman loves his sword, but he chooses it in the right way."
"Oh … So, you're a kindred spirit. Forgive me for not recognizing you …"
"Same here."
Lu Zhou shook his head. He walked out of the mausoleum with his hands on his back.
The coffin flew back into the tunnel and vanished.
Little Yuan 'er left the mausoleum with her master.
The mausoleum was restored to its original state.
The Seven Terminal Formation on the ground gathered its energy again.
"Master … who's that in the coffin?"
"An old friend."
"Master, you have friends?"
"To be precise, it's an enemy."
Lu Zhou answered her questions as he walked.
"Do you have friends, master?" Little Yuan 'er asked.
"I have many friends …" Lu Zhou replied.
"Oh …"
They were outside the mausoleum.
They saw the sky that they had not seen in a long time.
They could not help but take a deep breath.
"Whitzard."
Jiang Aijian and Qin Jun ran out as well.
Lu Zhou was in no hurry to leap onto Whitzard's back.
"Jiang Aijian."
"Old … old senior, is there anything I can help you with?"
"Zhao Yue is still in the palace. Take care of her," Lu Zhou said.
"Not a problem. However, there's something I must inform you about, old senior," Jiang Aijian said.
"What is it?"
"I think your seventh disciple, Si Wuya, has already found out about me. In terms of intelligence gathering, I'm no match for him. His men have been interfering with my eyes and ears. I've lost more than five men in the past few days. They're all important eyes and ears. If it's possible, could you look for an opportunity to give them a warning? "Jiang Aijian asked.
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