"This..."
Yu Wen's expression shifted slightly after what seemed like a scolding from the Sword Spirit. From the corner of his eye, he glanced at Bai Yi behind him.
Seeing the helplessness on Bai Yi's face, Yu Wen's gaze immediately swept over the researchers around them, who were usually responsible for the terminal computers in their respective laboratories.
Wherever his gaze passed, most of the researchers looked in every direction but at him, or hurriedly tapped at the keyboard projections before them-ones they might not use even once in a whole year.
Seeing Yu Wen come to a halt, the newly awakened Sword Spirit's black-and-white eyes revealed a very human look of smug triumph.
He gave a soft snort, then deliberately lowered his voice into a hoarse drawl.
"In my presence, enemies either flee for their lives or suffer utter defeat..."
As the Sword Spirit's words fell, a piercing light blazed in his eyes. A soaring Sword Intent immediately surged into his body through the Purple Clarity Abyssless Sword.
It transformed into countless sword tips circling around him, as effortlessly and casually as though he were the master of all swords.
"Celebrate! This is the true power of this king..."
Just as the Sword Spirit's expression grew ever more haughty, Bai Yi's dark-faced figure suddenly appeared behind him in midair.
He curled his middle finger and delivered a fierce flick to the top of the Sword Spirit's head.
"I told you to celebrate!"
Thud!
"Ow! That hurt! That hurt!"
"Who dares offend this king!"
The Sword Spirit rubbed the faintly swelling top of his head and turned around in annoyance. The instant his gaze fell on Bai Yi, his defiant expression turned obedient.
"Master, I've finally found you!"
"They've all been bullying me!"
"They kept pricking me with needles while