Chapter 204: Holy Daughter Baptism Ceremony! Begin!
Shi Nian had sent a private message in advance.
At this moment, Lu Zhuoyan was no longer in seclusion. He was drinking tea and waiting for Shi Nian.
"Junior Martial Uncle, it is this small sword." Shi Nian placed the small sword on the table and whispered, "Lin Bai Sword Immortal only allowed me to carry it with me but cryptically refused to explain its function. I sensed that this small sword seems to be connected to his breath, yet I do not know why it would be so."
Lu Zhuoyan stared at the sword for a while, his expression somewhat complex.
Lin Bai...
Actually went to such an extent.
"Junior Martial Uncle?" Shi Nian was a bit puzzled.
Lu Zhuoyan organized his words and said, "That day in the Myriad Magic Forbidden Land, I tricked Li Nanfeng out of half of his fortune. Do you still remember that?"
Shi Nian nodded, "I remember, and I contributed to that!"
Lu Zhuoyan said, "That day, I told Li Nanfeng that the sword you held was Brother's Lifebound Sword. Li Nanfeng believed this claim and was willing to exchange a huge sum for a sword that seemed utterly ordinary."
"Junior Martial Uncle, I have a good memory indeed, that matter I am sure..." Shi Nian spoke, but her expression suddenly changed.
She looked at the small sword in shock, "Uncle, what you mean is..."
Lu Zhuoyan gravely nodded, "This small sword is indeed Lin Bai's Lifebound Sword. Moreover, the sword fluctuates with blood energy, its aura unstable yet exceedingly profound. This indicates that Lin Bai, in a short period of time, used an enormous amount of Heart Blood to create this sword."
This...
Shi Nian momentarily found herself at a loss for words.
This is a Lifebound Sword!
If the Heart Blood inside falls into enemy hands, even Lin Bai Sword Immortal would lose his life in an instant.
Now, he gave this thing to her so casually, not even a word of caution.
Is he not afraid that she might carelessly throw it away!
Lu Zhuoyan studied the small sword for a while and added, "This sword contains a powerful sealed sword technique. In times of danger, the technique can automatically activate to protect you and also defeat the enemy. Considering the complexity of the Array, the sword technique's power is definitely extraordinary; Lin Bai probably hid all his life's knowledge inside."
Lu Zhuoyan paused, then continued, "To forge such a Lifebound Sword in a short time, Lin Bai's strength must have also suffered significantly. Of course, his strength will gradually recover, but the Demon Clan has been closely monitoring him already. If some people discover his decreased strength, the consequences... are unthinkable."
Shi Nian's expression changed continuously.
The reason Lin Bai incurred such a huge expense to create a Lifebound Sword
was actually for her.
If something happens to Lin Bai because of this, Shi Nian's heart would never be at ease.
Watching Shi Nian's expression, Lu Zhuoyan said gravely, "You need not think too much. The Lifebound Sword has already been created, and the cost has already been paid. It is impossible to go back in time to stop Lin Bai. Since he has done this, he must have also taken corresponding protective measures. Now, the most important thing is to accept this sentiment and then, come back safely from the Demon Pool."
Shi Nian picked up the small sword and looked at it for a long time, then she nodded her head, "I understand."
She very much cares about her own life.
The people around her care about her life even more.
She has no reason not to come back safely.
Time flies.
Soon it was the eve of departure.
This night,
Shi Nian took out several Thunder Talismans, densely sticking them on her clothes. Once one piece was covered, she would put on another piece, and then cover it fully again, stubbornly wearing over a dozen layers.
The little voice couldn't help but shout in her mind.
"Host, have you gone mad, Host? Most of these talismans are low or mid-level, basically not much use at all!"
"What would you know!" Shi Nian rolled her eyes, "Do you know what is called the last straw that breaks the camel's back? When the final moment comes, these talismans might just turn out to be effective!"
"You're just a coward," said the little voice disdainfully.
"What are you saying! This is called being cautious!" Shi Nian immediately corrected, "You wouldn't understand!"
She picked up more talismans, and stuck a bunch on the soles of her feet.
Little voice: "..."
Alright, it would just have to deal with this Number Six.
Shi Nian dressed neatly, once again confirmed the Nine Heavens Thunder Talisman and the Soul-binding Bell she had exchanged for, and then went to sleep feeling reassured.
The next morning.
Mei City was bustling early.
The entire Demon World knew.
Today was the day the Holy Daughter embarked on her journey to the Demon Pool.
Before receiving the baptism, the Holy Daughter would make a tour around the Demon World, allowing all the Demon Clan to gaze upon her countenance.
Afterward, the Holy Daughter will enter the Demon Pool and accept the highest inheritance!
Currently, Mei City is packed with demons who have rushed from all places. On the streets and in the rooms on both sides, all are filled with demons.
"Holy Daughter! Holy Daughter!"
Countless demons are shouting, with cheers, waiting for their Holy Daughter to make a dazzling appearance.
In the sky.
A carriage of extreme luxury has already been stationed there, in front, nine demon beasts of varied demeanor are lined up. These demon beasts, each profound and unfathomable in strength, but today, they have only one task, to pull the carriage for the Holy Daughter!
The eight Supremes are already waiting beside the Demon Pool.
Before the carriage, a group of elders from the Demon Clan have already taken their places.
These elders, all possess the strength of the Mahayana Realm, and among them, they are outstanding!
Today, they are not here for battle, they're only here to lead the way.
On the Human Clan's side, although there is an understanding with the Demon Clan not to deploy experts above the Tribulation stage.
Nevertheless, Mahayana leading the way is a tradition of the Demon Clan Saintess's baptism ceremony, and the Human Clan did not make any objections to this.
This day.
The gazes of all three clans are cast upon this newly appointed Holy Daughter.
"The time has come. The Holy Daughter is kindly requested," a Demon Clan Mahayana takes a step forward, his voice spreading throughout Mei City.
Following that.
Black petals flutter down from the sky, and a black ribbon extends from the carriage all the way to Shi Nian's residence.
Shi Nian, looking at the ribbon that arrived in front of her, couldn't help but marvel.
This Demon Clan, really knows how to stage a spectacle, huh?
"Holy Daughter, please," City Lord Ling Guang's face is full of ingratiating smiles.
His attitude has changed quickly; Mo Yin was once his subordinate, but now she is the Holy Daughter. He could no longer afford to use the same attitude as before.
Shi Nian nonchalantly nodded her head.
Before going, Shi Nian pointed at Lu Zhuoyan: "You follow along with the procession. This Holy Daughter is accustomed to you, I will still need your service along the way."
Lu Zhuoyan respectfully complied.
City Lord Ling Guang looked at Shi Nian, then glanced at Lu Zhuoyan, suddenly breaking into a smile: "Right, right, right, it's good to bring a servant along."
Shi Nian suspiciously eyed City Lord Ling Guang.
She did not know if it was her illusion, but was the city lord's smile somewhat eerie?
Forget it.
She couldn't be bothered to care.
Shi Nian directly stepped onto the black ribbon.
Then, she slowly walked towards the sky.
"The Holy Daughter, she is the Holy Daughter!"
The demons below instantly erupted into frantic cheers.
Shi Nian walked along, and the shouts continued from below.
Suddenly a voice emerged.
"Say, don't you guys think that the Holy Daughter seems to have a… swollen figure?"
"How dare you recklessly discuss the Holy Daughter!"
"The Holy Daughter is clearly peerless in grace and elegance, where is she swollen!"
On the ribbon, Shi Nian, who wore ten layers of clothes, suddenly felt playful.
She suddenly jumped.
Demon Clan: "???"
Mahayana Elders: "???"
Shi Nian outright laughed.
Really, no kidding,
Using this ribbon as a trampoline is pretty fun.
Shi Nian hopped along that way.
A crowd of demons: "..."