Swallowing the Stars: You Can't Escape, Mountain Dweller

Chapter 22 Strange Objects

Jia Yi gently stroked the box for a moment, then turned and handed it to Bai Yang, saying, "Open it and take a look."

Bai Yang immediately accepted the box respectfully. As soon as he held it, he realized that it was quite heavy.

The entire box was made of a type of wood he didn't recognize, and the surface lacquer finish was exquisite.

Even if he knew nothing about it, he knew that the box alone was worth a fortune and could be considered a work of art.

He looked closely and saw that at the bottom of the front of the box were engraved characters:

"Now that you've entered Mount Hua, why not practice your swordsmanship?" - Linghu Yi

Bai Yang was utterly shocked. Immediately, a series of phrases such as "splitting Mount Hua alone", "the Mount Hua sword competition", and "the sword emerging from Mount Hua" popped into his head.

Especially this "Linghu Yi", it feels so familiar!

He held the wooden box in his hands, and the feel of his fingers told him that there were still words on the back.

Bai Yang flipped over and saw a short poem written on the back:

The sword of Mount Hua rises.

One kill every ten steps

Shattered to pieces?

Bless my China!

This poem doesn't even qualify as a doggerel; you can tell at a glance that the writer isn't very well-educated.

But the handwriting is bold and unrestrained, and one can feel a surge of passion and a fervent desire to serve the country.

Lu Ting seemed to be examining the box closely for the first time as well, and exclaimed in surprise, "So that's where the poem in the headquarters lobby came from. I thought you wrote it yourself, Teacher."

Jia Yi said, "This was carved by an old friend of mine. He said he was from Mount Hua, but unfortunately he died young, otherwise his strength would never have been inferior to mine."

Countries began excavating the relics of civilizations, found various exploration instruments, and discovered many valuable items underground in Mount Hua.

Bai Yang, don't just look at the box; it was added later. The contents are the important part.

Bai Yang obeyed the order and opened the box. Everyone couldn't help but crane their necks, eager to see what was inside.

As soon as the box was opened, it emitted a burst of light and shadow, startling everyone.

How can a closed wooden box emit light?

Bai Yang closed his eyes slightly and quickly adjusted.

Upon closer inspection, the box contained an extremely beautiful longsword, which was radiating light.

This sword is based on silver-white, with light gold embellishments and a lotus-shaped guard. The scabbard is adorned with flowing white gauze and sword tassels, which sway slightly and give it an ethereal and otherworldly feel.

In the era of the base city, practicality was emphasized for both people and weapons in order to fight against monsters.

No one ever imagined that a sword could be crafted in such a flamboyant and elaborate way.

What's the use of this?

The sword was too thin and long to withstand much force; it might break with a single swipe of the monster's claw.

Jia Yi said, "This sword is the most precious item among those unearthed. Let alone me, even if all the 'Gods of War and Above' on Earth attacked together, I doubt they could damage it in the slightest."

Bai Yang carefully picked up the sword, held it firmly in his hand, and casually twirled it a few times.

A silver-white sword screen immediately appeared on the sword's edge, lingering in the air for a long time before disappearing.

He twirled his sword into a circle and waved it freely in the air. In an instant, hollow cylinders appeared in the air throughout the room, as if they were real objects.

Bai Yang, seized by a playful impulse, immediately increased his sword speed and unleashed his ultimate sword technique.

Swish swish!

For a moment, it was impossible to tell how many swords he had thrust out.

Soon, a white-gold lotus flower bloomed in the conference room.

The flower is divided into nine layers, and each leaf and petal is so lifelike that it dazzles the eye and leaves a lasting impression.

"Both Hong and Thor have seen this thing, but neither of them uses a sword, nor can they use it properly. At the time, they didn't understand its true value."

Over the past few years, our organization of historical and cultural relics data has become increasingly comprehensive, and we've finally figured out how to use it.

Bai Yang had truly taken a liking to this precious sword and hurriedly asked, "Elder Jia, what exactly is this thing?"

"This is actually a ceremonial sword! That's why it's so beautiful, but we don't know who made it."

It seems to have some kind of image storage function, as long as someone can use it to perform superb swordsmanship.

It can project various light and shadow images, including many images of peerless powerhouses with strange appearances!

Even a tiny bit of learning can lead to rapid improvement in skills.

It can also continuously emit various trace amounts of radiation, and people nearby who come into contact with it often unconsciously see certain images.

The highest lineage of Huashan, the "Mist Sword," originated from here.

Bai Yang was surprised and began to recall the contents of the original work:

"Mist Sword", Category: Swordsmanship, Rating: S-rank. Price: 3 billion Huaxia Coins (full price), 15 billion Huaxia Coins (half price, requirement: 3-star contribution points from the Ultimate Martial Arts Academy).

This sword technique is only graded as S, far inferior to the main techniques practiced by Hong and Lei Shen, which are rated as ultimate.

I never expected it to come from Mount Hua!

No one expected that this sword would have such a great background; it was a treasure that even Hong and Lei Shen had missed!

Jia Yi actually agreed to take it out!

Everyone looked at Bai Yang with a mixture of amazement and envy; this sword could only be described as priceless.

This is the only one; there are absolutely no branches.

Whether he chooses the Extreme Martial Arts School, which offers quick returns, or the Huashan School, which requires long-term self-discovery to reap the rewards, is up to him.

For Bai Yang, there was no need to choose at all.

No matter how good or abundant the resources of the Extreme Martial Arts Academy are, he knows very well that they are all things that can be replicated, and as for money, it's just a number.

This sword is different!

If he wasn't mistaken, this sword was the ceremonial sword of the Silver Blue Empire fleet, which was instantly killed by Hu Yanbo!

It is not merely a weapon, but serves as a ceremonial weapon for diplomatic purposes.

Those so-called images are "grand scenes" that users actively recorded while it was traveling in space!

The Silver Blue Empire is merely a primitive civilization in the universe.

But precisely because of this, if the Black Dragon Mountain Empire or the Qianwu Universe Kingdom have any activities, are they obligated to attend?

In peacetime, they may have attended many diplomatic celebrations of advanced cosmic nations.

There might be world lords, domain lords, or universe-level powerhouses among them, showing off their skills in front of them!

Anyway, if Bai Yang were in Bai Yang's shoes and he were a member of the Silver Blue Empire, he would definitely take a lot of photos if he were invited to a higher universe country.

They wished they could record everything, especially the power of the strong.

I'm taking the bet!

The potential of this thing is immeasurable; it cannot compare to the resources of Earth.

Bai Yang turned to Inspector Liu apologetically and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Inspector Liu, but I still wish to remain at Mount Hua. I will formally apologize to the Limitless Martial Arts Academy when I have the opportunity."

Inspector Liu repeatedly said he dared not, that he himself admired the sword, and that Bai Yang's choice was perfectly normal.

Lu Ting suddenly said, "Actually, you can go next year. The spot for the War God Reserve Camp in China this year is also yours."

Inspector Liu wanted to curse out loud.

"You used the spots we allocated to you, and then you turned around and tried to steal people from us? And you even came to apologize?! [Huashan] Sixth Brother, I'll remember you!"

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