Internal Strife
This cross-shaped saber scar was the greatest humiliation Baili Kuangsheng had ever suffered. It had almost crushed him completely. Now that his state of heart had undergone a transformation, the existence of this scar served as a warning, as well as a motivation, giving him the courage to face his humiliation head-on.
However, this was only one of the reasons.
The reason Baili Kuangsheng left the cross-shaped scar was to remember that dusk, that day's encounter with Chu Xingyun, and that day's exchange of swords. He didn't want to forget any of this. He wanted to engrave it in the depths of his heart forever.
It wasn't an exaggeration to say that without Chu Xingyun, there would be no Baili Kuangsheng today. This debt was too heavy. How could Baili Kuangsheng forget it? He wanted to repay it with his entire life.
This cross-shaped scar was also a promise. Baili Kuangsheng silently made a promise to Chu Xingyun!
Chu Xingyun also stared at Baili Kuangsheng. He laughed lightly and said, "Remembering humiliation is the only way to rise from the ashes. This is a good point. However, if there's a chance to wash away the humiliation, we can't just let it go."
"Hmm?"
Baili Kuangsheng's eyes narrowed. Then, he saw Chu Xingyun step forward and say to the three people in front of him, "I can give you a chance to leave this place unharmed. Do you want to hear it?"
After Chu Xingyun said those words, Lin Jingxuan and the other two all turned their gazes to Chu Xingyun. All of them had expressions of shock on their faces. Chu Xingyun had actually said such words.
Chu Xingyun had already expected their expressions. He wasn't surprised and continued, "Not long ago, you proposed a deal. You wanted me to fight Luo Sen to determine the final outcome. Now, I can also give you such a chance!"
"Your side will send Lin Jingxuan. Our side will send Baili Kuangsheng. Let the two of them fight fair and square. If Lin Jingxuan wins, you can leave. I won't stop you. However, if Lin Jingxuan loses, you will hand over all your treasures and Immortal Qi. How about it?"
Chu Xingyun's voice was mixed with spiritual power. It was clearly transmitted to everyone's ears. In an instant, Lin Jingxuan's face became extremely gloomy. His fists, hidden in his sleeves, were tightly clenched. His eyes were cold.
He knew why Chu Xingyun was doing this.
A few days ago, he had defeated Baili Kuangsheng. Not only had he ruthlessly humiliated the latter, he had also left a cross-shaped scar on the latter's face. He wanted Baili Kuangsheng to carry on living with his humiliation.
At this moment, Baili Kuangsheng had completely recovered from his injuries. Not only had his cultivation advanced greatly, but he also seemed to have had a fortuitous encounter. What Chu Xingyun wanted was for Baili Kuangsheng to complete his revenge and wash away the humiliation he had suffered that day!
"Luo Yun, you will definitely suffer retribution in the future for being so arrogant." Lin Jingxuan's body emitted a cold light. He actually felt like he was being manipulated. It was so uncomfortable that he wanted to vomit blood.
"I once told you that you would definitely feel deep regret for your actions that day. Now, I want you to know that my words were not empty words." Chu Xingyun glanced at Lin Jingxuan. He raised his eyes slightly and said mockingly, "I've already placed the opportunity before you. Whether you accept it or not, it's all up to you."
"Luo Yun!" Lin Jingxuan was instantly enraged. He took a step forward, but before he could do anything, Gu Tianjiao stopped him and said in a low voice, "Brother Lin, this is indeed an opportunity. You cannot give it up."
Lin Jingxuan's gaze turned cold. He said icily, "Gu Tianjiao, can't you tell that Luo Yun's words are meant to humiliate me and stand up for Baili Kuangsheng?"
"There's no need for brother Lin to take the words of a madman to heart."
Gu Tianjiao chuckled. He lowered his voice and said softly, "Luo Yun only dares to be so arrogant because he feels that Baili Kuangsheng has had a fortuitous encounter and his strength has increased greatly. He will definitely be able to defeat brother Lin. That's why he proposed such a condition. As long as brother Lin defeats Baili Kuangsheng once again, Luo Yun's words earlier will be nothing more than a slap to his own face."
"That's easy for you to say. The one who will fight Baili Kuangsheng will be me, not you," Lin Jingxuan retorted with a sneer. His mind was just as sharp, so he naturally saw through this.
Gu Tianjiao's expression didn't change at all when Lin Jingxuan saw through his thoughts. He said in a low voice, "Even so, I have always been confident in brother Lin's strength. Even if Baili Kuangsheng has had a fortuitous encounter, he is definitely not your match. Moreover …"
Suddenly, Gu Tianjiao's expression darkened. He instigated, "As long as brother Lin fights with Baili Kuangsheng, you will be able to buy enough time for Luo Sen to recover from his injuries. I will also be able to find an opening and forcefully leave this place!"
"If you can think of this, Luo Yun will naturally be able to think of this as well. Do you think he will give you this opportunity?" Lin Jingxuan sneered. Chu Xingyun's methods and shrewdness far surpassed Gu Tianjiao's. Gu Tianjiao wanting to take advantage of Chu Xingyun was truly laughable.
"Brother Lin, your words are boosting the morale of others and diminishing your own." Gu Tianjiao was finally enraged. His voice was gloomy as he said, "Don't think I don't know that brother Lin still has some hidden cards in his hands. The only reason he hasn't used them yet is because he doesn't want to reveal his true strength. But if we continue to fight like this, sooner or later we will be played to death by Luo Yun."
Gu Tianjiao's words stunned Lin Jingxuan and Luo Sen. Then, Lin Jingxuan revealed an amused expression. He sized up Gu Tianjiao and sneered, "Gu Tianjiao, are you threatening me?"
"I am only speaking the truth." Gu Tianjiao's tone was mysterious. After saying this, he no longer spoke. He took a few steps back and raised his head once more to observe the Slaughter God's Hand and the Space Locking Spiritual Net.
Lin Jingxuan was so angry that he almost choked. He gave Gu Tianjiao a deep look as he pondered over the conversation he had just had. Then, he looked at Chu Xingyun and said through clenched teeth, "I accept this battle!"
After saying this, he took a step forward and was the first to arrive in the sky. It was also at this moment that the Slaughter God's Hand and the Space Locking Spiritual Net stopped operating. Their auras were restrained and the entire space returned to normal.
Since Chu Xingyun wanted to wash away Baili Kuangsheng's humiliation, he naturally wouldn't do anything in secret. Moreover, he disdained to do such a thing.
"Kuangsheng." Chu Xingyun glanced at Baili Kuangsheng. Baili Kuangsheng gently smiled and nodded, "Don't worry, I will definitely not disappoint your expectations. I will definitely win this battle."
After saying this, Baili Kuangsheng also stepped forward.
When he passed by Chu Xingyun, his gaze suddenly changed. It was no longer gentle and warm, but a sharp light. His entire person was like a sword, a sword that could destroy the heavens.
"You're just a defeated opponent, yet you dare to boast so shamelessly. What a joke!" Lin Jingxuan said disdainfully. When he said this, he also looked at Chu Xingyun and coldly snorted as if he was retaliating.
However, Baili Kuangsheng didn't seem to care in the slightest. He raised his head and calmly looked straight at Lin Jingxuan as he said, "If you want to use these words to anger me or distract me, then you can shut up now."
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