Chapter 1162: 1162
Tianzong Dynasty was one of the many dynasties in the Nanyang Continent .
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Small and weak as it was, it was undoubtedly one of the most ancient dynasties in the continent . No one dared to look down on it .
When it came to the dynasty, what most people would think of first was not their Imperial House . Instead, it was a particular faction .
That faction was Sword Marquis Mansion!
Sword Marquis Mansion had existed for over 2,000 years .
In the beginning, Sword Marquis Mansion was just a small force in Tianzong Dynasty . It gradually became the overlord and now enjoyed higher prestige than the Imperial House . It even saved the dynasty from hostile occupation 1,000 years ago .
Sword Marquis Mansion left other factions and dynasties in the Nanyang Continent in awe .
It was said that Sword Marquis Mansion owed its prestige to its extraordinary founder born 2,000 years ago .
The Patriarch’s insurmountable power and contributions to the Mansion was a legend in itself .
Bashui Commandery .
The entire Bashui Commandery was now under the control of Sword Marquis Mansion . The base of Sword Marquis Mansion was located in its capital .
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It was a busy street full of people, making for a boisterous scene .
Inside one of the taverns that lined the street .
Two warriors sitting opposite each other were chatting over food and drinks .
“Have you heard? Half a month ago, the genius from Sword Marquis Mansion joined the Easternmost Hunt and claimed the first place among all the talents from 10 dynasties . Rumor has it that this genius won with ease and didn’t even use his full power . ”
“Of course! Everyone has heard of it . He truly deserves his title as the top-notch genius of Sword Marquis Mansion . I remember that he’s called Jian Xiaoyao . But if he’s that strong, why isn’t he on the Earthly Dragon List that Tianzong Dynasty issues?”
“Earthly Dragon List? That list only focuses on Tianzong Dynasty . It’s not a big deal . I heard that Jian Xiaoyao made a name for himself in a large empire and even ranked first among the geniuses there . ”
“He’s amazing!”
“Of course! Sword Marquis Mansion is also powerful . Their geniuses are all excellent!”
No one overheard their conversation as the two of them occupied a private room .
Yet, a scarlet-robed young man who was sipping wine by the window heard their conversation loud and clear .
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“The liquor here isn’t as good as those in the Green Fire World but there’s a unique taste to it . I like it,” Jian Wushuang thought, smiling . Then, he shouted, “Waiter, bring me a hundred jars of this liquor!”
“Yes, sir!” a waiter immediately replied .
Jian Wushuang continued to savor the fine liquor but his mind was busy pondering over the two warriors’ words .
“Jian Xiaoyao, a genius from Sword Marquis Mansion?”
“Since I left 2,000 years ago, I worried that it might have been destroyed . Not only has it survived, but it’s becoming even more prosperous . It must be thanks to Uncle Xiao . ”
Through his Soul Power, he had long detected that there was a Puppet Fighter inside a deeply-hidden secret chamber inside Sword Marquis Mansion .
It was a Puppet Fighter of the Divine Realm . It was undoubtedly a terrifying existence in the Ancient World .
It was unlikely that Sword Marquis Mansion acquired the Puppet Fighter on its own . It must be Emperor Xiao’s doing . After all, Jian Wushuang had asked him to take care of Sword Marquis Mansion .
The owner of the tavern, with several waiters following behind him with jars of liquor, walked up to Jian Wushuang .
“Sir, here is the liquor you asked, a hundred jars in total . Would you like to pay it with Spiritual Liquid or elixirs?” the owner asked, smiling .
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Jian Wushuang was stunned . It occurred to him that he had just arrived in the Nanyang Continent and he did not keep any of the Spiritual Liquid or elixirs that were used as currencies here . Though he possessed plenty of treasures, they were from the Green Fire World . He did not know if the tavern owner would recognize them .
Even if the tavern owner knew them, Jian Wushuang would not trade them for his liquor . Those treasures were so precious that any of them would bring the owner great trouble .
“Could you excuse me for a moment? I’ll pay the bill later . Of course, I’ll be leaving my sword as a pledge for the time being,” Jian Wushuang said, handing the owner the Blood Mountain Sword .
“But…” The owner furrowed his brows as he looked at the sword that Jian Wushuang had placed a layer of Restriction on to seal its aura . He used his will to make the sword reveal a hint of its power .
Even the faint hint of power frightened the owner .
The owner immediately said, “Sir, there’s no need to pledge your sword . Just take the liquor . ”
“Oh?” Jian Wushuang raised an eyebrow . “Well, thanks . Don’t worry . Someone will come here and pay for my liquor soon . ”
He waved his hand and the liquor disappeared . He then excused himself with a smile .
The owner heaved a sigh of relief after watching him leave .
“Boss, is that lad an expert? Why did you let him go without taking his sword?” a waiter asked in a whisper .
“Expert?” The owner replied, narrowing his eyes, “You’re right . He is an expert, a genuine one . He must be in the Primordial Gold Core or Yin-Yang Void Realm at least . I’m sure about this . But why would such a top-notch expert fail to pay for his liquor?”
Confused as the owner was, he did not give much thought to this .
However, he was clueless to the fact that the young man was tens of thousands times stronger than he had imagined .
Jian Wushuang walked toward Sword Marquis Mansion after leaving the tavern .
“Jian Wushuang, you’re really something to even attempt leaving your Blood Mountain Sword behind as a pledge for your bill . If your Master finds out, he would probably die of anger,” Gu King joked .
Jian Wushuang laughed cheerfully . “Well, the situation called for it . ”
Just then, a group of people riding Wildebeest Beasts appeared at the end of the street and slowly strode toward him .
A grim-faced young man was in the middle of the group . Young as he looked, his eyes were exceptionally sharp . He had evidently undergone lots of ordeals and troubles .
He carried a longsword on his back .
Jian Wushuang recognized that longsword at once .
“Triple-kill Sword?”
“Looks like he’s that incredible genius from Sword Marquis Mansion . ”