The War God's Old Sword
The changes brought about by the anomalies within the treasure vault are currently unknown to the people on the mountain.
They only felt a strong wind blowing out of the treasure vault, but the vault was full of treasures, so perhaps it was just one of the treasures that caused the disturbance, and no one paid any attention to it.
The only steward who knew some of the inside story narrowed his eyes as he stared at the treasure vault door, his expression enigmatic.
Those outside the treasure vault didn't take it seriously, but those inside caused quite a stir.
"That dragon actually pulled the ferocious thing out of the water!"
"Great! Our treasure vault can finally return to its former peace and tranquility!"
"I hope that dragon lives a long life and doesn't let that ferocious thing come back. Every time it returns, it's fiercer and more temperamental than before!"
Upon hearing this, the treasures all fell silent.
Yes, that sword wasn't always this fierce; it used to joke around with them. But ever since it lost its masters time and time again and was sent back to the treasure vault, its temper has gotten worse and worse.
For the sake of their future peace, the treasures could only obediently pray. "May that dragon live a little longer!"
At this moment, Sang Ying, who was on the twentieth floor of the treasure vault, was unaware that she had just obtained the sword and had already attracted so much trouble, and that the treasures in the vault had even worried about her life.
She was tearing off the still relatively clean hem of her skirt and wiping away the bloodstains from the sword bit by bit.
The sword seemed to possess its own consciousness; it trembled with pleasure as Sang Ying carefully cleaned it.
The cleaned longsword quickly revealed its true form, with exquisite and delicate dragon patterns on its blade, as if a real dragon were sealed within the sword.
Sang Ying stroked the raised runes on the sword hilt, carefully examining them before realizing that they were written in ancient dragon language, which, in modern terms, would be the two characters "Dragon Abyss".
"Dragon Abyss?" Sang Ying murmured.
The longsword trembled slightly, as if it knew she was calling it.
"So your name is Dragon Abyss, what a fine name." Sang Ying pulled the trembling longsword into her bosom. "From now on, you will be my sword. Rest assured, as long as I am here, I will never let you break!"
She didn't know why she made such a vow to this sword, just as she had broken many swords in the past.
But even though she had been on the battlefield for so many years, she had always kept her spirit sword well protected.
However, Sang Ying did not dwell on this too much and soon left the treasure vault with the Dragon Abyss Sword.
When Sang Ying reappeared, everyone was startled by the blood-stained dress she wore.
Hong Yan, in particular, immediately came up to them. "What happened to you inside? Why are you covered in injuries?"
Sang Ying waved her hand. "They're just superficial injuries, nothing serious. You should hurry inside and choose the treasures you like."
She had already been inside for quite some time, Hong Yan was second in line. If they continued chatting with her, it would probably be too late for anyone to get back before dark.
Knowing that Sang Ying Hong Yan didn't press her for details. He tossed her a bottle of medicine and strode into the treasure vault.
Sang Ying, holding her sword, walked to the side and waited. Once the other nine had obtained their desired treasures, they could descend the mountain.
Fortunately, the others selected their treasures quickly and soon left the treasure vault. This allowed the group to leave the mountain before nightfall.
On the way back, some people curiously asked Sang Ying about the sword in her arms. Sang Ying didn't say much, because she herself didn't know the origin of the sword.
However, now that she knows the name, she can investigate it thoroughly when she gets back and probably find out more about the sword.
Upon reaching the foot of the mountain, as it was already late, the group decided to wait until the next day to visit the clan chief's residence and personally express their gratitude for the gifts from Patriarch Qing.
Sang Ying had the same idea; she was covered in blood, and it would be too impolite for her to show up unannounced.
Before Sang Ying could even take a step away, the Patriarch Qing's steward called her back.
"Young Master Bai, please wait a moment. I have just received news that our clan leader wishes to see you."
Sang Ying was taken aback. "I was originally planning to visit Patriarch Qing, but it's getting late and not really convenient for me. How about tomorrow?"
The steward's expression was gentle, yet he remained firm. "This was personally instructed by our clan chief, who said he would definitely wait for you. The manor has also prepared clothes for you; you can go and freshen up first. Our clan chief is in no hurry."
If you're really not in a hurry, why insist on meeting today?
Sang Ying grumbled inwardly, but still followed the butler.
Fortunately, the steward was aware of Sang Ying's concerns and had arranged for someone to go to the post station to inform the White Dragon Tribe that their young master had been left behind.
Sang Ying was finally relieved.
The Azure Dragon Clan's patriarch's mansion is completely different from the White Dragon Tribe's. Just by looking at the mansion, you can tell that the Azure Dragon Clan is very wealthy. Even the dress prepared for Sang Ying is inlaid with spirit jade and jewels.
Sang Ying's every step made a clanging sound, which she found quite unsettling.
The steward led Sang Ying, who had changed her clothes, around most of the clan chief's mansion, and finally stopped in front of a particularly quiet courtyard.
"This is it, Young Master Bai, please go in." The butler said with a smile.
Although she found it strange that Patriarch Qing would live in such a remote courtyard, seeing the steward's serious expression, Sang Ying didn't ask any further questions. She thanked him, picked up her sword, and went inside.
There was only one large room in the courtyard, with lights on inside; clearly, Patriarch Qing was waiting for her there.
As soon as she stepped inside and met two pairs of eyes, Sang Ying stopped in her tracks.
"I heard that Patriarch Qing wanted to see me, so I came to pay my respects." Although she wasn't sure who the other white-haired old man was, Sang Ying recognized the younger one at a glance as the current Azure Dragon Clan.
Upon seeing Sang Ying, Patriarch Qing was taken aback for a moment before regaining his composure and beckoning to her, "Come, good child, come and sit here, let Elder Qing take a good look at you!"
Sang Ying didn't miss his momentary stunned expression. Filled with doubt, she obediently sat down next to Patriarch Qing.
Before she could ask why he had summoned her, the white-haired old man asked first, "May we take a look at the sword you're carrying?"
Sang Ying then realized that they had come for the Dragon Abyss Sword.
The moment the old man uttered his request, the Dragon Abyss Sword began to hum again, clearly indicating that it did not want anyone other than its master to touch it.
Its resistance was obvious to everyone, and Sang Ying could only reply, "I'm truly sorry, senior, but my sword doesn't like to be in contact with others."
Fortunately, the old man was not angry about this, nor did he intend to take the Dragon Abyss Sword.
"After all, this is Dragon Abyss; it's understandable that they have some temper." The old man smiled gently.
Upon hearing his words, Sang Ying immediately became interested. "Does Senior know the origin of this sword? Could you please tell me about it in detail?"
The old man's original plan was to use this opportunity to build a good relationship with Sang Ying, and now that Sang Ying had taken the initiative to ask, how could he possibly refuse?
The old man stroked his beard and sighed softly, "This sword is quite old. You might not know, but it's a sword that slayed a dragon!"
A note from the author:
The sparrow is as diligent as ever today! It's puffing out its round belly.
Thank you everyone for your support!