Xingtie: Starting with an in-depth analysis of the Yellow Springs

[Fireworks: Girls, Lady Fireworks isn't on the Immortal Ship right now, so don't blame everything on us Fools.]

[Sambo: I agree. Every time something happens, they suspect me first.]

[Fu Xuan: Is it possible that you guys are just too good at stirring up trouble?]

Xing figured she had nothing better to do, so she started looking for clues around her.

After asking everyone for their information, Xing went to check the sword box.

The lock mechanism was intact and had not been damaged by external force, indicating that the thief took the sword directly.

There seemed to be something inside the box, so Xing took out the red item from inside.

These are... a few petals that are about to wither, to be precise, rose petals.

Xing hurriedly handed the petals and the complete lock core to Dahao.

Dahao was also embarrassed; he hadn't even noticed.

Xing explained, "The beautiful knight who escorted the sword always left behind a trail of rose petals that were difficult to clean up wherever he went."

[Pam: That's right, Pam. Every time he comes to the train, he leaves behind many flower petals.]

[Rin: Uh… this pure and beautiful knight smells strange, I’m really curious where he conjured these flower petals from.]

[Yun Li: See? I'm responsible for my actions and I won't make excuses.]

[Qingque: But why did Yinzhi steal the Demon Sword? Wasn't it him who allowed Guyun to return to the Immortal Ship?]

[March 7th: Yeah, that's really weird.]

[Huo Huo: Could it be that Sui Yang from the Demon Sword has bewitched Mr. Yin Zhi?]

[Walter: Mr. Silverbough doesn't seem like someone who can be easily swayed; he's only interested in things related to beauty.]

[March 7th: Could it be that the backstory of the Lone Cloud Sword touched Silver Branch?]

[Jiaoqiu: That's possible.]

Da Hao was puzzled. How did he do that? And why did he steal the sword after returning it? And why did he leave the flower petals behind?

"I know."

All eyes turned to Yun Li.

"The Lone Cloud Sword broke free of its scabbard on its own. All the Pure Knight did was unlock the clasp and help it escape."

Pavor quickly waved his hand, "Don't joke around, how could a sword run away on its own?"

Yun Li put her hands on her hips: "What, have you never seen a flying sword before?"

Yun Li guessed that the Demon Sword had already taken control of the Silver Branch before entering Luofu.

At this point, everyone realized that Yinzhi must be involved in this matter.

Dahao recalled, "Silver Branch should be on the starship... the Rare Starship."

Chapter 171 Fair Duel

[*Eden: A rare and precious name... This name suits Mr. Silver Bough quite well.]

[Silver Branch: Its name is Rare and Unparalleled, meticulously crafted by me, and unique in the entire galaxy. Just like a pure and beautiful goddess, it is peerless.]

[Star: Speaking of Silver Branch's willpower, shouldn't the Demon Sword be under his control?]

[Yun Li: Probably... no way... after all, it's a demonic sword.]

Xing and Yunli found the knight in silver armor in the Star Chariot Sea.

More accurately, it was Silver Branch who was waiting for their arrival.

Yinzhi turned around with a smile, "Gentlemen, I have been waiting here for a long time."

Yun Li said anxiously, "Pure Knight, you're the one who stole the Lonely Cloud Sword, right? Leave it here! You have no idea how dangerous that demonic sword is."

"Danger?" Silver Branch placed her right hand on her chest. "In my humble opinion, the real danger always lies in the hand wielding the weapon."

Xing: "So, you left the roses there on purpose?"

“Indeed. As a knight of Idrila, I find theft distasteful—but to uphold my promise to Lord Lone Cloud and my knightly oath, I have no choice but to leave the rose behind.”

His smooth, red hair swayed in the wind, and at this moment, Yinzhi seemed to be bathed in holy light, so that no one could doubt his words.

[Yun Li: Lord Gu Yun?]

[Walter: As for Silverbroom, if you follow his will, he will do anything for you that doesn't violate your conscience; otherwise, unless you have the strength to defeat him.]

[Yanqing: So, the consciousness of the Lone Cloud Sword aligns with Mr. Silver Branch's definition of beauty.]

[Star: Ugh, I knew it.]

Yun Li's big eyes were full of incomprehension. "W-what do you mean?"

Yinzhi: "I agreed to help Lord Guyun's request. It wants me to help it escape from the Immortal Ship. As the one who pulled it out of the stone tablet and was moved by its pure beauty, I cannot let it down."

Silver Branch could not persuade the craftsmen to leave it in the armory, nor was he willing to take the sword away like a thief.

Therefore, he placed rose petals in the box to represent his identity, hoping to have an open and honest conversation with the people involved.

[Hu Tao: You're a really nice person.]

Yinzhi was moved by Guyun's pure beauty, which is why he willingly joined the group on their journey back to Guijian. Unfortunately, he discovered that Guyun's hometown was not its ideal home.

Listen to Yinzhi's praise and defense of Guyun.

Yun Li was very anxious, believing that Yin Zhi had been completely seduced by the demon sword.

That's what makes the Demon Sword so terrifying.

Silver Branch countered, "It's truly sad that none of you here can decipher this sword..."

"I have made up my mind to leave the Immortal Ship with Lord Guyun."

Yun Li said earnestly, "The demonic sword has already affected your perception. I will help you get rid of it! I will personally shatter this illusion—and this sword!"

Silver Branch: "Beautiful lady, if you insist on taking away what belongs to the person I protect, please have a fair duel with me in accordance with knightly etiquette."

I knew it. Xing couldn't help but shake her head; she was already used to it.

Involving chivalry, Silver Branch's eyes were resolute; this battle was inevitable.

"As the agent of the knightly duel, Silver Bough challenges you!"

"I swear by the code of chivalry that, with the pure and beautiful goddess Idrila as my witness, I will become Lord Lone Cloud's dueling agent."

"If I win, Lord Guyun will leave the immortal ship with me; if Miss Yunli wins, I will accept defeat gracefully and return Lord Guyun to you with both hands—"

"Miss Yun Li, do you accept the challenge?"

Xing watched with his arms crossed. This was a fair duel; Yun Li would be fine. Besides, General Huaiyan was also watching; nothing would go wrong.

Yun Li naturally couldn't refuse; she believed that her obsession with the Demon Sword was no less than Yin Zhi's obsession with Chun Mei.

"Yun Li, I've come to learn from you!"

[Star: Sigh, no matter where I run into Silver Branch, a duel is inevitable.]

Fight, fight, fight until you get tired of it.

[March 7th: But it seems he's never won, haha.]

[Yun Li: Bro, let's show them our strength! Zhu Ming's swordsmanship is the best.]

[*Qian Jie: Hahaha, battle! Awesome! I can't believe I only just discovered this great place. Come on... Qi Xiang, what class?]

Alicia: Oh dear, how did he get out here?!

[Dartaria: That masked guy is really fearless; his fighting is insane.]

[Ring: Ahem, you guys have gone off-topic.]

The two arrived at a spacious area nearby.

Yinzhi held a long red spear, its silver patterns resembling flowing streams.

"Pure beauty, forever."

As soon as he finished speaking, two exquisite and gleaming shields floated on either side.

Yun Li gripped the iron bars in both hands. "Aren't you going to use Lone Cloud to fight me?"

Silver Branch: "Although I have some knowledge of swordsmanship, in such a solemn duel, a knight should use the skills honed day and night to fight."

"What a weirdo," Yun Li muttered to herself.

Disclaimer: This is a fair duel. Yinzhi will suppress her strength to the same level as Yunli, or even slightly weaker.

Yun Li raised the old iron sword with both hands, and flames burst forth from its blade, instantly expanding to more than ten times its original size.

Collapse—Sword—Slash!

With her mind controlled, Yinzhi stacked the shields one in front of the other and stepped back with her left foot.

He suddenly stepped forward, the tip of his spear flashing, and instantly arrived in front of Yun Li.

The old man stood upright in front of him, blocking—and then counterattacking.

After the battle, Silver Branch was slightly out of breath.

Yun Li's strength is definitely top-tier among those of the same level. After suppressing her strength, Yin Zhi might not actually be stronger than her.

“I have lost. According to the rules of knightly duels, I should present the Lone Cloud Sword with both hands.”

"But before that, I still hope that you, as the victor, will have the magnanimity to listen to Lord Guyun's past experiences..."

Yun Li's eyes were resolute. "From the day it was forged, this sword has already fallen into the demonic path. Now, place the sword before me and let me shatter it!"

The ancient voice of the Lone Cloud Sword Spirit rang out: "Knight, do as she says."

"But—" Yinzhi still wanted to try to help Guyun.

“You’ve done so much for me. Now it’s my turn to face her alone.”

After hearing Yinzhi's words, he stopped interfering, respecting Lord Guyun's wishes.

He took out the battered ancient sword, and in everyone's sight, the sword slowly rose, its blade seemingly dancing with firelight.

"My friends, I'm tired of fighting. I just want to tell you about my past, about why I wanted to escape."

[Xingqiu: This Lone Cloud Sword Spirit doesn't seem to possess the same bloodlust as the Demon Sword.]

[Yun Li: Impossible. It's definitely hiding, looking for a chance to escape the immortal ship. Some demonic swords are even more cunning than humans.]

[Dan Heng: It's probably not that simple that the Lone Cloud Sword gained Silver Branch's approval.]

[Pavor: That's clearly the sword of our homeland's heroes, not the demonic sword you're calling it.]

[Huaiyan: Listen, child. You will understand everything.]

[Zhongli: I can feel its exhaustion. The wear and tear from the battle has left it riddled with cracks. Its duty has come to an end.]

[Hu Tao: Guest Elder, don't even think about retiring. Our Rebirth Hall still needs to grow bigger and stronger.]

[Zhongli: Don't worry, Master, I haven't considered stepping down from my role as a guest advisor.]

Chapter 172 Rebirth After a Severed Head

Yun Li scoffed at the idea of ​​a demonic sword, not believing that a demonic sword could have such an amazing past.

However, Yun Li still decided to listen to its story.

Let it die knowing why.

Yinzhi stood quietly to the side, the rules of knightly duels preventing him from arguing. But he still hoped that Yunli would listen to Guyun's past.

Yun Li walked up to Gu Yun and grasped the sword hilt.

And so I stepped into the memories deep within Gu Yun's mind...

In the darkness, a hoarse, dry male voice rang out.

"We've lost contact with the main force of the Cloud Cavalry."

"What follows will be a long and lonely battle."