Sword Among Us c1-1268

by Black Swordsman Online

  At that moment, there was only Barren Murderer in his eyes.

  "I'll kill you!"

  Happy did not give Barren Murderer the chance to continue spewing nonsense. He went straight up against the longsword from the Class One Hall member closest to him and twisted his Clear Abyss in an agile manner. The Class One Hall member was then full of openings, and without any hesitation, Happy drove his sword through the elite's heart.

  Happy kicked the corpse at Barren Murderer.

  Barren Murderer was full of rage. He struck away the corpse Happy sent flying at him, and his gaze grew even colder while his expression remained arrogant.

  "Happy, you're underestimating me!" he said in a loud voice.

  Right when he finished speaking, a ruthless energy suddenly surged out from his body.

  Hiss!

  His robes had been in perfect condition, but it seemed like an invisible force had caused them to burst apart suddenly, and pieces of them flew in all directions like arrows.

  All-powerful Medicinal Stone was just in time to see this and the black and incredibly strange arm under the torn robe.

  At the same time, a black layer of aura swiftly enveloped half of Barren Murderer's body. His skin instantly turned into something that resembled metal, but was also black, just like a corpse that had lost its life, and that included his face.

  All-powerful Medicinal Stone gasped, and his eyebrows twitched.

  "What's that martial art?"

  Even though he did not quite know what it was, any strange martial art that caused a large change in one's body and presence usually had an extraordinary background. Could it be that Barren Murderer was another successor of an ultimate technique?

  "Happy, careful!"

  *****

  Happy was intercepted by Class One Hall members when he rushed to Barren Murderer. He quickly swung his Clear Abyss and used group damage as his main form of attack. His damage was more than 4,500, so even if his enemies had second-echelon equipment and Grandmaster Realm high-tier body fortifications, they could not avoid being injured. The moment they came into contact with him, the expressions of Class One Hall members changed drastically.

  The strength of Clear Abyss instantly destroyed their attacks. The moment they engaged in a fight, they received quite severe internal injuries. At the sight of that, they could not help but question if he had really died recently.

  They were caught off guard, and Happy's Clear Abyss instantly killed more than twenty people!

  "Let me!"

  Barren Murderer had just spoken when Happy looked up. He saw a black aura take shape in the air and crash against him, who was surrounded by Class One Hall members.

  Happy frowned.

  Barren Murderer had inherited the same ultimate technique as in his previous life. It was the matchless and amazing martial art belonging to the eccentric martial artist, Undying King of Abyss. It was King of Abyss Art!

  The user's body would swiftly wither in exchange for astonishing defense and attack.

  The defense of all parts of the body that were surrounded by black aura would improve several fold, to the point that weapons would have no effect on them. On top of that, the user's attack would increase by leaps and bounds, and they could easily fight against people whose qi realms were higher than theirs.

  In Happy's previous life, Barren Murderer had used this matchless martial art to leave Class One Hall and create Death Region. He became the Undying King of Abyss that struck every martial artist with fear the moment they heard of him.

  But right then, even though his King of Abyss Art looked astonishing, Barren Murderer's qi realm was not high enough.

  With just one glance, Happy could tell from the fact that Barren Murderer was not fully surrounded by black aura that he should only be able to execute 60% of King of Abyss Art.

  "Get lost!"

  A dazzling sword slash that moved about freely went charging at the black wind formed by Barren Murderer's palms like lightning.

  Boom!

  The sword glare and wind from the palm exploded at the same time.

  Before the loud sound could fade away, Barren Murderer's frightening figure shot in front of Happy in a ferocious manner.

  Happy did not try to receive it.

  He had to kill Barren Murderer, but with King of Abyss Art protecting him, Barren Murderer's body was as tough as steel. He was also a great player, and it was impossible for Happy to kill him in one shot. Once they engaged each other in a prolonged fight, Happy would use up a lot of qi, and he would be the one who would end up dead.

  In just a flash, Happy made his decision!

  Under Barren Murderer's shocked and surprised gaze, Happy resolutely pulled back his Clear Abyss. He straightened his left hand and struck forward in Barren Murderer's direction when the man came charging at him with an aggressive momentum.

  Bang!

  Under Barren Murderer's puzzled gaze, Happy was sent crashing into the crowd like a cannonball.

  The Class One Hall members had thought that the duo would be engaged in an astonishing battle, so they did not expect that Happy would not be able to withstand Barren Murderer's attack at all. He had been sent flying with just one palm strike, and in their surprise, they subconsciously prepared themselves to pick up loot.

  Shick, shick, shick, shick!

  Dazzling sword glares rose within the crowd, and the Class One Hall members around Happy screamed in pain. The members at the outer layer of the encirclement realized that they had fallen into a trap and quickly retreated.

  A golden figure chased after the Class One Hall members and ran into the middle of them like a phantom. Throughout it all, the beautiful tri-colored sword aura was flung about freely in a domineering fashion. There was a continuous number of people who were sent flying, and Barren Murderer roared in anger.

  "Shameless!"

  Chapter 386 - Sever an Arm!

  When Barren Murderer saw Happy moving around the crowd fearlessly, his heart turned cold.

  Happy did not die!

  There were thirty or so of the best elites from Class One Hall mixed in the crowd. Each of their attacks were around 4,000, but even if they attacked Happy viciously at the same time, Happy remained unmoved. His attacks never swayed nor were interrupted. He just neatly used his sharp and fatal sword light to attack the places with the most people.

  In less than a minute, there were at least one hundred good fighters from Class One Hall who lay dead in the forest. Their corpses were scattered all over the ground in a disorderly fashion. When they were reflected in Barren Murderer's eyes, he felt that the sight was just too terrifying to behold!

  The news that came from Vast Martial City was real.

  Barren Murderer had not quite believed them, thinking that it was just the effects of a high-class medicinal pill, now, he came to believe all that was said. Around one hundred of his brothers had used their lives to prove that what everyone said was real.

  However, such a price was a little too heavy!

  "Everyone, leave immediately."

  There was a cold and savage presence around him when Barren Murderer moved in front of Happy. He gave the order to retreat resolutely.

  Happy's expression was cold. "No one is allowed to leave!"

  When he looked down, he brought out his sheath resolutely.

  Shing!

  He put away his Clear Abyss, which had already taken many lives, into the sheath, s.u.c.k.e.d in a deep breath, and circulated his qi through a strange meridian system, which then returned to his slowly rising right hand.

  Happy looked at Barren Murderer who was under the tree and solemnly pressed his right hand against his sword hilt.

  His strange action quickly caused Barren Murderer to be wary of him.

  Subconsciously, his gaze landed on Happy's Clear Abyss, which was still sheathed, and his right hand.

  When Happy noticed where Barren Murderer's stern gaze was directed, his lips quirked up. He pushed out some qi w
ithout batting an eyelid.

  Crack!

  His sword shuddered, and a small part of the blade was revealed out of the sheath.

  At that instant, all of Barren Murderer's attention was attracted by that fine slit.

  Emperor Shocks World!

  W.h.i.n.e!

  A long w.h.i.n.e rose, and golden sword force rose into the air!

  When the Class One Hall members running for their lives turned their heads around to look, they were just in time to see a sword force with a mighty momentum charging forward with a barely noticeable sword light. Both struck Barren Murderer's head at the same time.

  Clang!

  Once Happy executed that slash, he shot down toward Barren Murderer without hesitation.

  Barren Murderer was dazed, and he stood on the ground in a rigid state. He did not seem to have noticed Happy approaching him.

  "Vice Hall Master Barren!"

  "Hurry, save him!"

  But they did not notice that a fine trail of blood had appeared on Barren Murderer's forehead.

  Happy naturally did not say anything about it. He quietly lifted his sword and placed it on Barren Murderer's shoulder. The moment he did so, the elites from Class One Hall rushed over without hesitation.

  'Phoenix Dances… Young Seven, Young White, Young Black… One Circle, Tea Words, Bum, Puffy God, Rascal, Glutinous Rice…'

  Happy closed his eyes and ignored the threat of the Class One Hall members rushing at him. He just quietly recited his friends' names.

  Only when weapons landed on his body did he open his eyes!

  A furious and violent killing intent rose within the crowd!

  "I've taken revenge for you!"

  As Happy shouted out those words, a dazzling sword glare sliced through the people.

  Barren Murderer's head rose into the air as well.

  Under the Class One Hall members' shocked and fearful gazes, the dazzling sword glare became the shackles of death that chased after them like an evil spirit going after their lives. It came sweeping at them furiously.

  Fierce roars and screams of pain intertwined with each other in the forest.

  *****

  Bang!

  Dream Clouds had just returned to Class One Hall's headquarters in Beijing when she heard new reports from her subordinates. She learned that Barren Murderer had died under Happy's sword, and a palm print that was as black as charcoal appeared on the solid Chinese square table. It was as if it had been burned by a high temperature.

  "Happy…" Dream Clouds gritted her teeth, and her silver veil shuddered.

  There was no way that she would not know that Happy had made up his mind to take revenge for Beautiful Robes Faction. Even though the news of Beautiful Robes Faction being conquered had not spread yet, based on the reports from the people at that side, in at most three minutes, Beautiful Robes Faction's foundation would be destroyed. Happy should also know about Class One Hall's determination, which was why he attacked without regard of the cost.

  However, Dream Clouds did not expect that Barren Murderer had not only not managed to kill Happy despite setting up an ambush with more than two hundred people on the way, but would even die.

  When did Happy become so strong?

  Even during the time before Barren Murderer obtained King of Abyss Art, his equipment and body fortification had been very astonishing. He was at the fifth place on the Dragon Rank, so there was naturally no need to doubt his strength.

  'This Barren Murderer…'

  "Hall master, what should we do now?" A man in the uniform of a chief stared at Dream Clouds tentatively. He only dared to speak after a long while. "Once Happy killed Vice Hall Master Barren and more than two hundred of our brothers, his kill count reached the standards for Killer Star, and he has disappeared from our sight once more. I'm worried that the branches nearby will become his next target. Hall Master, please give your orders."

  It was impossible for them not to be anxious right then.

  Happy had actually killed Barren Murderer and the two hundred or so people who set up an ambush. His strength had not been diminished, but had increased, so there was no way that Class One Hall could not regard this with importance. Once they destroyed Beautiful Robes Faction, they would also lose the chip that could intimidate and control Happy. He would become bound by nothing and could attack Class One Hall without fear.

  Vice Hall Master Barren should have no problems if he rested for a month to heal after his death, but if they continuously lost their branches, even if Beautiful Robes Faction was destroyed, Happy would deal a fatal blow to Class One Hall's glory and morale.

  Dream Clouds thought about it for a long time before she s.u.c.k.e.d in a deep breath.

  "Chief Night, immediately write down my words in a letter to Happy."

  "Hmm?"

  Chief Lonesome Night was stunned for a moment, but he quickly brought out a pen and paper and began to listen attentively.

  "I am deeply regretful of Beautiful Robes Faction's destruction. Vice Hall Master Barren only has himself to blame for his death. Famous Player Happy, I, Dream Clouds, have admired you for a long time, but it is a pity that we never had the chance to meet each other. If there is a need, I will surely go to Baokang to personally visit Mu Clan!"

  The moment she finished speaking, a messenger pigeon flew through the air and landed on Dream Clouds' shoulder!

  The contents of the letter were very simple.

  [Beautiful Robes Faction has been destroyed!]

  Dream Clouds quietly tore the letter Blood Robes had sent to her and ordered Lonesome Night to send the messenger pigeon.

  *****

  Happy stood among a group of Class One Hall members' corpses in the huge forest with a cold gaze. In his hands was a letter written by Lonesome Night. When he read the first half of the letter, his heart burned and he longed to rip apart Dream Clouds' lying mouth and face, but when he read the second half of the letter, his heart instantly sank.

  It was as if a cold basin of water had been poured over his head, and the raging fire calling out for revenge was gradually extinguished.

  Mu Clan had just gained a footing in Shennongjia, and their development was good.

  Even though there were three local sects and Chivalry Sect protecting them, their strength was still weak, and their true fighting force could not be used in public. If Class One Hall insisted on attacking, unless Chivalry Sect stationed themselves in Baokang and did not leave, Mu Clan would not be able to withstand Class One Hall's all out attack!

  At that moment, Happy suddenly felt that despite his strength as the top on the Famous People Rank and the fifth place on the Dragon Rank, along with his equipment and weapons making him seem strong, he was, in truth, incredibly weak and helpless.

  It was impossible for one person to control the world of martial artists!

  Chapter 387 - Fusion!

  The University of South China was swathed in a solemn and angry atmosphere!

  Beautiful Robes Faction's destruction became a scar that all members could not erase from their hearts.

  The sports center, lecture halls, and the roads of the university were filled with students who had gloomy expressions. The somber atmosphere affected everyone. They examined themselves and found that Beautiful Robes Faction's had indeed been outstanding.

  Even when compared to some professional gaming guilds, Beautiful Robes Faction had not only had a group of good players with decent abilities, such as One Circle, Glutinous Rice, Tea Words, Phoenix Dances… but most of them had also reached Mystical Realm.

  As for their equipment, due to Mu Clan and Beautiful Robes Faction's efforts, they had countless masterpieces due to the rich resources. Their various medicinal pills and logistics were up to date as well.

  Even so, they still lost.

  Even if they could not blame anyone for losing before the giant that was Class One Hall, youngsters were proud people who refused to admit defeat. Beautiful Robes Faction's destruction caused
everyone to reflect on their mistakes.

  On that night, Beautiful Robes Faction's base, which was Happy's living room, was squeezed full of people.

  Phoenix Dances, the Three Lonely Wolves, Glutinous Rice, Tea Words, and others came in succession, but in different batches. They either sat or stood, and their expressions were incredibly stern and solemn.

  When they entered the room, they faced Happy, who was relaxed and full of smiles.

  "Welcome, if you want water, please go take it yourself." His tone and expression were not at all miserable or dejected.

  Everyone, including the Three Lonely Wolves, were slightly surprised by Happy's attitude. After dying in Beautiful Robes Faction, all of them had heard the news about Class One Hall's branch in Vast Martial City being destroyed, which had spread through the entire game. It was public knowledge that Hall Master Tang Feng of Assassin Hall had died as well as one of the monsters of Class One Hall—Barren Murderer. Those shocking news came one after another, and all of them were caused by Happy.

  He had done all of that in less than two hours, so everyone could tell just how angry he had been at that time.

  Some of the leaders had even blamed themselves in secret. Happy had managed to deal a heavy blow to Class One Hall's spirit by himself while they could not even defend a single headquarters!

  When they were on their way to the meeting, they were filled with regret and did not know how to face Happy.

  However, they did not expect that Happy's first words once he sat down would be to apologize to them.

  After hearing that, they had nothing to say for a moment.

  "Happy, don't say that, everyone can see just how much you contributed to Beautiful Robes Faction. You didn't let us down. I… was useless as a faction master…" Phoenix Dances bit her bottom lip with bloodshot eyes. "We had such good resources, but we did not have time to develop."

  "Phoenix Dances, don't say that. We can't blame anyone for this. We joined the game later than they did. Besides, they're a top class professional gaming guild, so their advantage is greater than ours…" Glutinous Rice comforted Phoenix Dances gently.