This scoundrel is a bit of a swordsman.

Chapter 305 The True Form of the Ghost Sword

The deafening sounds of battle naturally alerted the imperial palace. Emperor Wu stood on the observatory, with the astrologer Ning Chen behind him; their gazes were both focused on the battle in front of the Prince of Kao Shan's mansion.

A massive magic circle clearly reflected the battle before them.

"Your Majesty, Yun Shen doesn't seem to take us seriously,"

"Isn't this perfect? ​​I want the world to think that the Great Qian is a pushover, someone anyone can bully."

Emperor Wu's lips curled into a smile, completely unconcerned about the damage caused by the aftermath of the battle. His gaze swept over everyone, finally settling on Xizhu and the Eldest Princess.

"Of all my children, only Ling Xue has the talent to rival the geniuses of the ninth level. Her fifth-realm ghost sword skills have truly astonished me."

"After all, she is His Majesty's daughter; it's not surprising that she possesses such talent," Ning Chen replied.

"No, that is a Ghost Sword of the Fifth Realm. As far as I know, there is only one Ghost Sword in the Nine Heavens. Ghost Swords are hard to find. With one sword, he could suppress the water area and Shen Li there, making them unable to move. This strength is truly terrifying."

"Yes, who would have thought that the eldest princess had kept such a secret? His Majesty has a worthy successor."

"Ning Chen, what's your take on this battle?"

Emperor Wu smiled with satisfaction, then changed the subject.

"It's all a setup. Someone is trying to use a diversionary tactic. I'm afraid those behind the scenes won't be able to hold back any longer."

"Sigh, I really can't help it. I already said that I would open an ancestral temple for them after the Poetry Festival, so why are these people in such a hurry?"

"The Poetry Immortal Gathering has been delayed for so long, probably because they feel there are unforeseen circumstances, which is why they are taking action ahead of schedule."

Emperor Wu nodded, gazing at the sky. In the unseen depths of space, a massive magic array was enveloping and revolving around the Great Qian Dynasty.

"It will be soon. Once the seal of the Great Qian is broken, I will let the world feel the fear of the Great Qian. Those who have lost something will eventually have to pay for it."

These words made Ning Chen sigh as well. Their gazes pierced through the endless void, just as Xiao Xingchen had once seen in his divine travels.

The world's regions have separated the Great Qian Dynasty, with major kingdoms, waterways, and celestial realms on all sides, and the Nine Heavens looming overhead.

The Great Qian Dynasty was like a cage, with these people locking it tightly in the very center, and the magic array that confined the entire Great Qian Dynasty was that cage.

Emperor Wu's attention stirred something within Xizhu. Although she wasn't focused on the battles outside, Emperor Wu's attitude made her suspicious.

Normally, if such a battle were to occur within Yong'an, Yong'an would certainly take a stance. The fact that they are being allowed to continue is something to ponder.

Despite being suppressed by several powerful figures, Ruoxue was the first to break through the water's defenses and join Xiao Xingchen and Shen Li's battle.

Yun Xiyao's expression changed. With Ruoxue joining in, countless sword flowers bloomed in the sky. This large-scale, indiscriminate attack was nothing short of a divine skill for the side with fewer people.

She drew her sword and retreated, disappearing into the sky. Ruoxue gave chase, and the two gradually vanished from everyone's sight.

This made Xiao Xingchen understand; she was only trying to complete the mission and didn't genuinely want to fight.

After giving her a grateful look, Xiao Xingchen began to plan. This time, she had to kill Shen Li.

The Shen family, this ticking time bomb, made him realize the crisis. The uncontrollable terror he had just experienced made him determined to resolve this matter, otherwise he wouldn't be able to sleep soundly.

He gripped the bronze sword tighter, his gaze sweeping towards Shen Li. Shen Li possessed numerous magical treasures; when she did act, it was to be a fatal blow. Therefore, he was waiting for an opportunity.

As if on cue, Ling Xue slightly raised her gaze, seemingly seeing through his plan. After pondering for a moment, she finally sighed helplessly.

She stepped forward, her figure blurring, and a transparent sword appeared in her hand.

No one expected the Eldest Princess to intervene. In the end, this matter had nothing to do with the royal family. Although Huangfu Xinfeng came out to help, who is the Eldest Princess? How could she possibly help a man?

Therefore, after the Eldest Princess made her move, the first reaction was surprise, followed by fear. Ling Xue was truly someone who, when she made a move, could scare people to death.

The fact that the ghost sword they had been searching for so long actually came from the hands of this princess was something that could hardly calm them down.

Ghost Sword had appeared several times without anyone being able to find him. They never imagined that a princess of the Great Qian Dynasty would possess such power.

As she hurtled forward, her body gradually disappeared. By the time people realized it, Ling Xue had vanished without a trace.

"Be careful, back to back, this is the Ghost Sword's true form striking!"

Shangguan Yun shouted, his aura surging, while Shen Li continuously threw out magical treasures, creating rings of defense in front of her.

After being ambushed by the ghost sword, she was filled with dread for this invisible sword, and at the same time, her anger could no longer be suppressed.

After a series of setbacks, she reached into her chest and found a talisman called "Summoning Ancestors."

Xiao Xingchen's eyes flashed, and as everyone's attention was focused on Ling Xue, his eyes began to sparkle like stars.

Ling Xue was creating an opportunity for him, and he certainly wouldn't waste it. This attack would be the most powerful he had ever launched.

He was 80% certain that even if he killed Shen Li, the mark on her chest wouldn't kill her; at most, it would severely injure her. Trading that price for the disappearance of the wedding dress was worth it.

With his eyes swirling like stars, an inexplicable stellar pressure descended from the sky, directly pressing down on the heavens above Yong'an.

The sealing array that loomed above the void began to rumble and rotate with the appearance of the star, seemingly trying to prevent its descent.

"break!"

With a loud roar, his eyes emitted a blue light, and in this light, he caught sight of Ling Xue for the first time.

A transparent sword, like a silent sword, had already approached Shen Li and then collided with her defenses.

"It's now!"

Xiao Xingchen gripped the bronze sword and vanished instantly. Under the effect of the Eye of Stars, time began to slow down, and all attacks became slow motion.

Ling Xue glanced back at him in surprise. The ghost sword collided with Shen Li's defense in slow motion.

The shockwave began to spread, and Shangguan Yun's expression changed drastically. He wanted to turn around and help Shen Li, but his movements were slowed down infinitely. By the time his fist slammed down, a sword had already pierced into the crowd.

Yes, Xiao Xingchen didn't rush in. Instead, he attacked Shen Li until he was three zhang in front of her, then flung the bronze sword away.

As the ghost sword created a gap in the defense, the bronze sword followed through that gap and struck from behind.