Ancient Monuments
The servant's last sentence made Chu Xingyun's gaze freeze slightly.
One of his goals for entering the Wanjian Pavilion was to obtain the legendary ancient sword.
If this sword stele was related to the legendary ancient sword, then Chu Xingyun would have to make a trip there. Perhaps, he would be able to obtain the secrets of the legendary ancient sword from the sword stele.
After making up his mind, Chu Xingyun got up and left the restaurant, running towards the center of the ancient city.
When he came to the center of the ancient city, there was a wide martial arts arena in front of him. Many martial artists had already gathered around the arena. The atmosphere was so lively that even from a few hundred meters away, one could feel the fiery atmosphere.
This Martial Dao Arena was precisely the place where the Sword Stele stood!
"Hmm?"
At this moment, a bewildered voice sounded out as several people walked towards Chu Xingyun. The person in the lead was tall and sturdy and carried a heavy sword on his back. It was actually Teng Qing whom Chu Xingyun had met outside Ancient Sword City.
"Looks like we are really fated. You also want to view the sword stele?" Teng Qing quickened his pace and smiled at Chu Xingyun.
Although Teng Qing felt that he was stronger than Chu Xingyun, he had to admit that Chu Xingyun's swordsmanship was very sharp. Such a person would definitely achieve great things after entering Wanjian Pavilion.
Because of this, Teng Qing wanted to build a good relationship with Chu Xingyun. In the future, it might be helpful to him.
Chu Xingyun glanced at Teng Qing, nodded slightly, and continued to walk towards the martial arts arena.
Seeing this, Teng Qing's eyes flashed with a trace of coldness. However, he still quickly caught up with them and said with a fake smile, "This sword stele was accidentally obtained by Princess Qingcheng. The sword stele is located at the Sword Cleansing Pool and it has a great connection with the legendary ancient sword. As long as someone can break it, not only will they be able to obtain the secrets of the ancient sword, they will also be able to gain Princess Qingcheng's favor and become the prince consort of Grand Xia. Once this news is out, no one can resist it."
"Is this sword stele really related to the legendary ancient sword?" After hearing Teng Qing's words, Chu Xingyun suddenly asked.
"Of course!"
Teng Qing seemed to be extremely interested, and he spoke frankly and confidently as if he wanted to intentionally show off, and he said in a clear voice, "A thousand years ago, the ancient sword was born into the world, and the sword light that shook the heavens erupted and slashed the mountain range into two. Even after such a long time has passed, a trace of faintly discernible sword qi still exists at the crack in the mountain range, whereas, this sword stele stands precisely within the crack."
"Other than that, there is no sword aura within a hundred meters of the stele. Even the ferocious spirit beasts in the mountain don't dare to come close. Such a strange phenomenon must have something to do with the legendary ancient sword!"
When he spoke up to here, Teng Qing stopped speaking slightly and changed the topic. "Right, may I know your name, Brother?"
"Luo Yun." Chu Xingyun replied in a low voice.
After the baptism of the Nine Star Water Lotus, Chu Xingyun's appearance had completely changed. Even those who were familiar with him would find it difficult to recognize him. However, his name was too eye-catching, so he used an alias.
"Luo means water, cloud means sky. Water and sky are one color, what a good name." Teng Qing had a fawning expression as he continued to ask, "May I ask which empire Brother Luo is from?"
"I live in seclusion deep in the mountains all year round, and can be considered a wandering swordsman." Chu Xingyun did not explain too clearly, and his tone was very casual.
"I see." Teng Qing nodded with a smile, but in his heart, he was cursing Chu Xingyun for not knowing what was good for him. His cultivation was clearly low, but he was so aloof. This made the coldness in his heart grow thicker.
As the two conversed, they had already approached the Martial Dao Arena.
Looking over, the arena was especially majestic. It was three meters tall and three hundred meters wide. It was pitch-black in color, and under the shine of the sun, it emitted a thick metallic luster, making people feel that it was unshakable.
In the center of the arena stood a tall stone stele.
This stone stele was about ten meters tall, and its body was blood red. The top was wide and looked like the hilt of a sword. The bottom was smooth and straight, without the slightest flaw. It was extremely complete.
The stele was like a sword, and it was erected in the ancient city. Hence, it was called the Sword Stele.
At this moment, a few young men ascended the arena. They were all sword cultivators, and with swords in their hands, they continuously released Sword Qi and slashed at the Sword Stele. Their auras swept across, and the sound of swords filled the entire void.
However, in the end, the Sword Stele did not move at all, and there was no strange phenomenon.
Chu Xingyun stared at the Sword Stele, and there was doubt in his eyes.
He observed it carefully, but did not find anything strange. The entire Sword Stele did not have any aura, and there was no strange light. It was almost no different from an ordinary stone stele.
"Could it be that there is a universe hidden in this Sword Stele, and I have to try to resonate with it?" Chu Xingyun could not help but think of this. He glanced over and realized that there were many young experts gathered at the side. They crossed their arms over their chests and were not in a hurry to make a move, as if they were waiting for something.
Seeing the doubt in Chu Xingyun's eyes, Teng Qing explained, "These people's cultivations are extremely strong, and they are all geniuses from various Imperial Empires. The reason why they are not making a move is that they are waiting for the arrival of Princess Qingcheng."
Hearing this, Chu Xingyun could not help but laugh.
These young men were indeed hot-blooded. They would rather wait here bitterly to catch a glimpse of the beauty.
Just as Chu Xingyun was looking around, a figure flew over from afar and landed in front of the arena. This person was the arrogant young man who had just ridden the Wild Lion.
Teng Qing also saw this young man, and her expression changed slightly. She said softly, "He is Fang Shi, the number one madman of the Qian Martial Emperor Dynasty."
"The Qian Martial Emperor Dynasty?" Chu Xingyun's heart skipped a beat, and he suddenly thought of Qian Yuxin.
He had a deep impression of this princess of the Qian Martial Emperor Dynasty.
"I remember that she said that she was a disciple of the Sword Master in the Wanjian Pavilion. If I enter the Wanjian Pavilion, won't I meet her again?" Chu Xingyun laughed bitterly, but he quickly threw this thought to the back of his mind and looked at Fang Shi.
Looking at him from a close distance, Fang Shi's eyes were dark gold in color, revealing a trace of ferocious and crazy aura. He was like a wild beast that did not put anyone in his eyes.
The word 'madman' was not an exaggeration.
"Why haven't I seen Princess Qingcheng after waiting for so long?" Fang Shi roared and laughed mockingly. "I haven't married her yet, and she dares to make me wait for so long. How bold!"
His voice was mixed with spiritual energy and rumbled like thunder. Everyone present could hear it, and a trace of anger appeared on their faces. This Fang Shi was so arrogant. He actually said that Princess Qingcheng was his fiancée.
However, although they were angry, no one rebuked him. Fang Shi's strength was extremely powerful. He was only one step away from stepping into the Heavenly Spirit Realm. Among the many genius experts, he was ranked at the top.
Now that the trial had not started, it would be unwise to offend Fang Shi for no reason.
"Fang Shi, a simple-minded fool like you dares to spout such arrogant words here? If you want to marry Princess Qingcheng, you will have to pass through me first." Just at this moment, an ice-cold voice rang out.
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