Chapter 3, an unparalleled sword

The handwriting is elegant and unrestrained, showcasing a distinct personal style while being quite pleasing to the eye. The person's wording is relatively polite, but it is merely an ordinary challenge letter. Su Ye had already decided to attend the appointment before reading it, so she did not pay much attention to the tone of the other party. However, when she saw the signature at the end, her expression suddenly changed slightly

To say that she was not moved would certainly be a lie. However, what she liked was the Dragon-Slaying Saber itself, rather than the treasure hidden within the saber. She had already made plans to go to the capital at the right moment to assassinate that high-ranking official and seize the saber from his study. Yet, the world is indeed strange; the Dragon-Slaying Saber vanished without a trace, and instead, the Heaven-Slaying Sword fell into her hands first

At this moment, there were a total of six people beside her, all important figures from the Twelve Linked Forts, and stepping outside would mean confronting a local overlord. They gazed at the sword in her hand, their expressions varied, seemingly forgetting that their companions were still nearby. Su Ye understood all too well that they were certainly not this calm; it was only because of her formidable reputation and exceptional martial skills that she had managed to curb their greed in time

Su Ye did not study the giant door that she privately referred to as the "Fairy Gate." She walked to the front of the giant door, stopped beside the stone platform in front of it, and gently placed her hand on the platform.

She prides herself on her resolute spirit, remaining indifferent to fame and fortune, never swayed by external temptations. However, once she confirms that this sword is indeed the Heaven-Subduing Sword, and recalls the bloodshed and turmoil surrounding it, her emotions surge, and she finds it somewhat difficult to maintain her composure

When she opened her eyes again, the entire room had transformed into an incredibly spacious, ancient corridor that exuded an overwhelming sense of majesty. On either side of the corridor, there were rows of antique bronze doors.

Su Ye had her frequently used treasured sword hanging at her waist, which was also a divine weapon. In terms of sharpness, it was not inferior to the Heaven-leaning Sword. She did not genuinely covet this treasure; rather, she admired its elegance, evoking a sense of tranquil longing.

"Is something wrong?" she asked

In fact, she had unexpectedly learned of the whereabouts of the Dragon-Slaying Saber three months ago. It is said that the treasured blade was obtained by a high-ranking official of the current dynasty and is hung in his study, becoming a prized possession of the household

The sharpness of the Heaven-Defying Sword is such that no blade can withstand it, which in itself incites the greed of many. Moreover, the legend of the Heaven-Defying Sword and the Dragon-Slaying Saber further fuels this desire, leading individuals to compete for the treasure, often at the cost of their own lives

Fortunately, she already has the most suitable candidate in mind, so there is no rush

Each time she reaches a new level of strength, she is compelled to enter a new world. After emerging from that world, she resembles a game player who has reached the required level, able to freely choose dungeons that are only unlocked at the new level, where she can level up and defeat monsters until her strength increases once more

If one were to speak of the understanding of the Heaven-Defying Sword and the Dragon-Slaying Saber, no one could surpass Su Ye. However, she was unwilling to elaborate at length, so she smiled and refrained from answering, changing the subject by saying: "Let us continue watching; perhaps there is a second treasure sword."

Xiahou Qing suddenly asked: "Does the lake master not know who the original owner is?"

The Red Leaf Ferry lives up to its name, with a serene and elegant landscape. Every autumn, the red leaves fall abundantly at the ferry, bringing a brilliant display across the river. Su Ye stood by the small window, gazing at the scenery outside, and suddenly raised his hand, pulling out a jade pendant from within his clothing.

The patterns on the door have already faded, replaced by writing, indicating her presence in this world. The content of the writing is very simple: "Rivers and lakes route, in opposition to the court, completion rate: fifty percent. Countdown to deadline: one hundred fifty-three days. Upon the arrival of the deadline, settlement will be conducted directly. If the completion rate is less than half, the entrant will die immediately."

Some doors were marked with names by her, as she already knew what this world was, but many more doors were not. They were made of the same material, differing only in their patterns. The style of the patterns was identical to that on the jade pendant. She thought that the more complex the pattern, the higher the difficulty of the world behind the door

She spoke while carefully examining the invitation.

She succeeded in a single strike, intercepting the tribute ship from the court and claiming all the valuables on board as her own, inevitably feeling a slight sense of pride. However, after obtaining the Heaven-Defying Sword, she soon forgot that she still needed to revel in her success for a while and focused her thoughts on the issues surrounding this sword

Su Ye sighed and murmured to himself, "It's already halfway there."

On the second day after obtaining the Heaven-Defying Sword, Su Ye entered a meditative state for an hour, then got up and began to arrange the issue of transporting the tributes in batches. However, just as she finished her arrangements and instructed her subordinates to pack the goods accordingly, she saw Xiahou Qing hurriedly approaching, holding an invitation in hand.

She has mastered the Twelve Linked Docks, speaks with authority, and her skills are on par with Zhang Sanfeng of Wudang. Naturally, she is proud of herself and does not worry about attracting trouble, directly mentioning the name of the Heavenly Sword.

Su Ye was unwilling to lie in front of him, so he nodded slightly and said, "Naturally, you should understand what this sword sheath signifies just by looking at the characters on it. Unfortunately, it has gone through many twists and turns, falling into the hands of the authorities, who do not appreciate its value, and it ended up being placed together with a pile of silk and satin, shipped off to the capital."

Since ancient times, famous swords and treasured blades have been the coveted treasures of those in the martial arts world. Most people in the Jianghu spend their entire lives without reaching the pinnacle of martial arts. If they were to obtain a divine weapon, their strength could potentially increase twofold, threefold, or even tenfold

The name is "Yang Xiao of the Ming Sect"

The corridor was filled with gold, silver, and jewels, as well as weapons and hidden devices, along with a hodgepodge of miscellaneous items that were difficult to categorize. Due to the spaciousness of the corridor, even with so many items piled up, it did not appear crowded and could easily serve as a storage room. She carefully navigated around them and stood in front of one of the doors, gazing at it in a daze

The content displayed on the table is abundant, yet it consists solely of classics and medicinal items, which can only be purchased with reincarnation points, and the prices are not very affordable. Su Ye has always possessed a keen business acumen and is able to control her impulses. She is the legendary woman who does not engage in impulsive spending even on Double Eleven. To date, she has steadfastly resisted the temptations of various rare and extraordinary skills, having only purchased a book on innate skills, which she has been cultivating alone until now

Until that pool of autumn water was hidden within its sheath, her group of disgraceful subordinates finally regained their ability to speak. Mei Shijian foolishly asked: "Do you, esteemed elder, know its origin?"

Sometimes, things are just this coincidental

As she was thinking this, she heard Mei Shijian say without hesitation: "In that case, this treasured sword rightfully belongs to the Lord of the Lake. As the saying goes, a sword is suited for a hero; is there anyone more fitting to be its master than the Lord of the Lake"

The surface of the stone platform was as smooth as a mirror; upon contact with her palm, it transformed into countless words and data. Su Ye reviewed several items among them, carefully examining their exchange conditions, and then, satisfied, patted it to return it to a state of displaying nothing.

To speak honestly, this is a very interesting game. It is precisely through this that she has attained her current martial arts skills and status. It seems that when she is qualified to enter the Bronze Giant Gate, that will be the moment this game comes to an end

In just over 150 days, she will have to leave this world and return to the reality she refers to as the "main dimension." There, she possesses a greater power than she does now, more ruthless enemies, and a future fate known as the "wheel of history." She must act with caution in order to confront the future.

Xiahou Qing's face seemed to show anger as he handed her the invitation. Su Rong said: "This morning, news came from the Taihu area, stating that three days ago, a young master came to challenge and requested a duel with the leader of our gang. Brother Han personally received him, indicating that the leader is not in Taihu and asked him to come back another day. He then wrote this challenge letter, asking Brother Han to deliver it, saying... saying that if the lake master does not show up, he will eliminate one of our branch offices every ten days until the lake master agrees to the appointment." Brother Han personally received him, indicating that the leader is not in Taihu and asked him to come back another day. He then wrote this challenge letter, asking Brother Han to deliver it, saying... saying that if the lake master does not show up, he will eliminate one of our branch offices every ten days until the lake master agrees to the appointment.

She is not only responsible for the subordinates of the main plane, but also for the people here. Before leaving, she must arrange the most suitable future for them, so as to prevent them from being destroyed in the court's encirclement.

For some reason, the people around her were also rendered speechless, staring at it foolishly

Su Ye's eyes resembled a cold pool under the moonlight, deep and chilling. She stared intently at the sword, fixating on the two characters "Yi Tian" for a long time before finally reaching out to grasp it. As soon as the long sword was in her hand, she felt a bone-piercing coldness. The scabbard could not conceal its sharpness; instead, it only made it appear more alluring, like a pipa partially veiled, more beautiful and more enticing.

She has always believed that this choice is wise, as it allows her to obtain martial arts manuals from various worlds. As for the other reincarnation points, she has spent them on medicine, which has also yielded pleasing results

Among these people, some have heard of the legend of the Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber, while others have not. However, even if they have not, it does not mean that they do not desire this sword

In the blink of an eye, she found herself back in that cozy bedroom, as if she had never left. From this moment on, unless someone were to kill her and uncover the secrets she held, the Heaven-Slaying Sword would be equivalent to having vanished from this world, never to be found again

Then, she stood there, quietly contemplating for a moment, sorting out the tasks she needed to undertake next. After placing the Heaven-Defying Sword back among the pile of weapons, she silently recited in her heart: "Let me go out."

Su Ye looked at him with some surprise, smiled lightly, and said: "You all know that I have always preferred knives over swords. However, no matter to whom this sword is awarded, it is likely to provoke dissatisfaction among others, so what the master of Meiwu said is indeed correct. Just keep it with me for the time being, and I will find a suitable owner for it."

She pondered for a moment and then walked towards the end of the corridor. There stood a magnificent bronze giant door, adorned with intricate and elegant patterns, which was clearly the destination of this place, also referred to as the "end of the journey" or "final destination".

Reaching a completion level of fifty percent signifies that she is exempt from the risk of death and can act freely. However, each world has a reward known as "Reincarnation Points." The higher the completion level, the more Reincarnation Points are earned. Therefore, unless she has a more significant purpose, she will continue along the path she has chosen, unwavering in her course.

Su Ye grasped the hilt of the sword and gently drew the blade from its sheath, feeling a chill rush towards her, causing her hair to stand on end. The sword's edge resembled a pool of autumn water, clear and pristine, without a hint of flaw. At a glance, she recognized it as the legendary Heaven-Defying Sword.

This jade pendant is snow-white and warm to the touch, intricately carved with mysterious patterns, unlike ordinary ornaments. She held the jade pendant in her hand, channeling her inner energy, while instinctively closing her eyes.

She kept the Heaven Sword by her side, bringing it to the branch of Hongye Ferry at the water stronghold, never parting with it. Even while sitting in the finest guest room, she continued to ponder this matter.

She only drew the sword halfway, then she sheathed it again, looking around proudly and said calmly: "I believe you can all see that this sword is exceptionally sharp and is a rare treasure"

Su Ye was taken aback for a moment, not angry but instead smiling, shaking his head and saying: "Fortunately, this kind of youthful exuberance is rare... I mean, such young people are few and far between. Otherwise, I would have let it go; even Zhang Zhenren of Wudang would probably have no time to eat, as dealing with challengers eager for fame would be enough to trouble him.