1. Hey, Làng! Where's Xiē Yīngluò?Copy !req
2. I can't believe it.Copy !req
3. The Princess of Cruelty died after having her
life force drained through a sword wound.Copy !req
4. It was definitely the
Seven Blasphemous Deaths.Copy !req
5. Damn it!Copy !req
6. She was ready to give up the sword,
to try and live a decent life...Copy !req
7. Who the hell did this?Copy !req
8. These were found near
the body. Look familiar?Copy !req
9. The monk?Copy !req
10. Should've finished him off
when we had the chance.Copy !req
11. You mean to tell me you
knew this would happen?Copy !req
12. It's worse than I ever expected.Copy !req
13. I should've followed my intuition,
even if it made you my enemy!Copy !req
14. You need to drop this matter, Shāng.Copy !req
15. What?Copy !req
16. We were able to tell from
the few blows we exchangedCopy !req
17. that the monk's a pretty tough customer.Copy !req
18. And if he's got a demon sword now, he'll be
way more dangerous than Xiē Yīngluò was.Copy !req
19. You're saying I'm not up to the job?Copy !req
20. He's trying to say that, this time,
your soft side could get you killed.Copy !req
21. You're probably still hoping you can
convince him to give up the demon swordCopy !req
22. so you can spare him, right?Copy !req
23. As long as you're not prepared for the worst,Copy !req
24. you're just gonna be underfoot, pal.Copy !req
25. Especially considering the trouble that
Sorcerous Sword Index of yours could cause!Copy !req
26. But I...Copy !req
27. Think about it, man!Copy !req
28. Let's say Seven Blasphemous Deaths
manages to charm you next.Copy !req
29. That'd mean all thirty-three mystic swords
would then be in a bad guy's hands.Copy !req
30. We're talking end of the world stuff!Copy !req
31. We'll take the monk guy down.Copy !req
32. You need to focus on keeping that Index safe.Copy !req
33. It's all about the right
man for the right job.Copy !req
34. Be seeing you!Copy !req
35. You sure this is for the best?Copy !req
36. You could always just tell him to stop being
so soft and make the hard call, instead.Copy !req
37. I guess you're the biggest
softie of them all.Copy !req
38. Here are the goods I've had shipped in
from Xī Yōu. Feel free to examine them.Copy !req
39. Now this is rather impressive...Copy !req
40. Everything you see was cherished by
aristocrats of the highest standing.Copy !req
41. There are still tales told of the
thieves who managed to steal them.Copy !req
42. And said thieves are now distant memories,
disposed of in darkness, I take it?Copy !req
43. Well, given our official inability
to hunt such bandits down,Copy !req
44. the Imperial Court often
has harsh words for us.Copy !req
45. That said, they are definitely
thieves who will never steal again.Copy !req
46. You are a dreadful fellow, indeed.Copy !req
47. Well, what do you think?Copy !req
48. Any objections to exchanging
these for your swords?Copy !req
49. Sadly, as it stands,
this deal is hardly fair.Copy !req
50. What?Copy !req
51. You have the nerve to ask for more?Copy !req
52. The opposite, in fact.Copy !req
53. The swords I have could secure
300,000 coins, at most.Copy !req
54. But I imagine the treasures in your
possession could sell for double that.Copy !req
55. Wh-What?Copy !req
56. The merchants of Dōng Li care more for
priceless gems than for renowned weapons.Copy !req
57. And given a collection as fine as this,
not to mention their exotic origin...Copy !req
58. Why, at an auction, there's no
telling how much you could make.Copy !req
59. So, what am I to do?Copy !req
60. The most expedient thing would probably be
to accept only half of what you're offering,Copy !req
61. but considering these goods were hauled
across the Wasteland of Spirits,Copy !req
62. you can hardly just send them back, right?Copy !req
63. All right, I propose this.Copy !req
64. First, you should take these valuables
to a merchant and sell them off.Copy !req
65. Then you can pay me half of what you get,
keeping the other half for yourself.Copy !req
66. You can go ahead and take the swords.Copy !req
67. You're fine with me paying
entirely after the fact?Copy !req
68. A visitor from Xī Yōu is
bound to attract attention.Copy !req
69. It'd be dangerous for you to
remain in Dōng Li for too long.Copy !req
70. It could risk exposing our entire operation.Copy !req
71. You're not plotting some sort
of bizarre scheme, are you?Copy !req
72. The only secret techniques available
to me are my illusions,Copy !req
73. and those glasses of yours
ensure that those are of no use.Copy !req
74. That said, I believe the best way
to protect myself in this caseCopy !req
75. is to act earnestly and openly.Copy !req
76. Is this really for the best?Copy !req
77. Upholding the peace is supposed
to be the government's duty.Copy !req
78. Innocent townspeople are being slaughtered.Copy !req
79. By no means can we simply hide
away inside the fortress.Copy !req
80. To say nothing of how Shāng Bù HuànCopy !req
81. and the wielders of the demon blades are
the ones who attacked Bó Yáng Hóu.Copy !req
82. If we do nothing, we risk the
reputation of the Hù Yìn Shī...Copy !req
83. Halt.Copy !req
84. You there. That's a strange sword you have.Copy !req
85. Wait, you're that traveling monk.Copy !req
86. But... you're dressed so differently...Copy !req
87. Do you need something?Copy !req
88. It's just,Copy !req
89. there have been several murders committed
with mystic weapons in this area lately.Copy !req
90. I certainly hope you weren't involved.Copy !req
91. That was not me, at the time.Copy !req
92. At the time?Copy !req
93. Indeed.Copy !req
94. But henceforth, such killings
will be carried out by me.Copy !req
95. That's...!Copy !req
96. So beautiful...Copy !req
97. Of course.Copy !req
98. You are witness to the
splendor of my princess.Copy !req
99. My mistress!Copy !req
100. Give it... give the sword to me!Copy !req
101. No, it's mine! The sword is mine!Copy !req
102. While I understand why all would
be entranced by her glow...Copy !req
103. It is still repulsive to think that the
likes of you would yearn for her affection.Copy !req
104. Know your place, you curs.Copy !req
105. Well, now, this is impressive.Copy !req
106. Might I assume that the
blood of such cannon fodderCopy !req
107. has not proven to be a satisfying meal?Copy !req
108. For you to bother striking your foes
down with so little aid from my power...Copy !req
109. You are quite the whimsical one, aren't you?Copy !req
110. Given how greatly you inflame the
carnal passions of the witless masses,Copy !req
111. I can hardly have you
exposing yourself so freely.Copy !req
112. But the blood of those I've
charmed is my preference...Copy !req
113. There's no need for such restraint.Copy !req
114. By your command.Copy !req
115. And should I judge the foe to be one worthy
of such treatment, I shall do as such.Copy !req
116. Could it be... that you are jealous?Copy !req
117. I would never dream of such boldness!Copy !req
118. No matter who else might be
entranced by your beauty,Copy !req
119. it is I, Lóu Zhèn Jiè alone, who is
worthy of holding your hilt, my princess.Copy !req
120. And it is my intention toCopy !req
121. slaughter any who would claim
otherwise as testament to this fact.Copy !req
122. They say the more possessive the man,Copy !req
123. the more easily their eye
is led astray, you know...Copy !req
124. I would never!Copy !req
125. It's easy enough to claim so...Copy !req
126. But perhaps you will lay eyes on
a sword more beautiful than me,Copy !req
127. and who can say what will
become of your loyalty then?Copy !req
128. I can think of other swords who,
purely in terms of appearance,Copy !req
129. might meet such criteria.Copy !req
130. But if such things give you
cause to doubt my devotion,Copy !req
131. I will seek to smash them to
pieces before you, my princess.Copy !req
132. My, now that certainly is a bold claim.Copy !req
133. You've captured my imagination.Copy !req
134. I figured you'd be here.Copy !req
135. It's quite a decent fishing spot.Copy !req
136. In particular, all the local troubleCopy !req
137. ensures that there won't be any competition.Copy !req
138. Hey, man!Copy !req
139. Those glasses... aren't
they Xiào Kuáng Juàn's?Copy !req
140. They're apparently some kind of tool
that lets you see through illusions.Copy !req
141. A type of device that I personally
find intensely irritating,Copy !req
142. but as such toys go,
they are indeed well-made.Copy !req
143. Did you steal that off him?Copy !req
144. Oh, hardly. I simply made a trade.Copy !req
145. With a pair of hand-made glasses I put
together that has one crucial difference.Copy !req
146. I may also have forgotten to tell him about that.Copy !req
147. That's not exactly a trade,
then, you thieving jerk!Copy !req
148. When did you have the chance to swap
something that sits on someone's face, anyway?Copy !req
149. Everyone sleeps eventually.
They bathe sometimes, too.Copy !req
150. It was a simple task,
once I knew where he was staying.Copy !req
151. And he doesn't have a clue?Copy !req
152. It shouldn't feel any different to wear.Copy !req
153. No matter how convenient a tool is,Copy !req
154. if you rely on it to the point
of taking it for granted,Copy !req
155. you're hardly making the best use of it.Copy !req
156. Speaking of tools,
I wanted to ask about this.Copy !req
157. Don't you have anything smaller,
maybe easier to use?Copy !req
158. The demon bird that responds to the
whistle I use is about twice as wild.Copy !req
159. All right.Copy !req
160. I guess I don't have any choice
but to hang off that bird again.Copy !req
161. Urgent and distant business, then?Copy !req
162. You could say that.Copy !req
163. I'm gonna try and get
back as soon as possible,Copy !req
164. so until I do, try not to make
things even worse, all right?Copy !req
165. I'd hurry, then.Copy !req
166. Because my preparations
are coming to a simmer.Copy !req
167. Sorry to keep you waiting!Copy !req
168. I've been told you have some rather
rare goods from abroad to sell.Copy !req
169. I'm sorry to ask for help
in bringing them in.Copy !req
170. But my own help has returned home,
as per prior arrangements.Copy !req
171. It's been quite the inconvenience.Copy !req
172. Treasures in excess of
what you can even carry!Copy !req
173. I can't imagine anyone who would
refuse to offer their help!Copy !req
174. Is it all right if I have it put down here?Copy !req
175. Yes, thank you.Copy !req
176. Mind if I go ahead and take a look, then?Copy !req
177. Of course. I can guarantee their quality.Copy !req
178. Please, examine them as closely as necessary.Copy !req
179. These are... swords!Copy !req
180. I mean, they're certainly splendid, but...Copy !req
181. I feel like I've seen them before...Copy !req
182. Wait, this is the Tiāngōng Jiàn!
It was supposed to have been stolen!Copy !req
183. Th-This one is General Kuài Yuán's sword!Copy !req
184. I thought it was supposed to
have been buried with him.Copy !req
185. Did someone rob his grave?Copy !req
186. Unbelievable!Copy !req
187. There're others, too!
The Lóng Xíng Jiàn and Yán Guāng Jiàn!Copy !req
188. These are all masterpieces that have
been unseen since they were stolen!Copy !req
189. Wh-Where in the world did you get these?Copy !req
190. Actually, if you're selling these...Copy !req
191. Who in the world are you?Copy !req
192. W-Well...Copy !req
193. There's a perfectly reasonable explanation...Copy !req
194. C-Contact the constable, immediately!Copy !req
195. If we hang onto these for long,
they'll suspect us!Copy !req
196. Oh, no, no, please calm yourselves.Copy !req
197. Oh? Sir Fugitive Hunter.Copy !req
198. What brings you out here?Copy !req
199. Move!Copy !req
200. Why? How is this possible?Copy !req
201. I know that I swapped the containers out.Copy !req
202. I was sure of it! It happened
right in front of me!Copy !req
203. Was I tricked by Lǐn Xuě Yā?Copy !req
204. No, I would've seen through his illusions.Copy !req
205. And what could he possibly gain
from deceiving me like this?Copy !req
206. He'd be at just as much of a loss!Copy !req
207. Wait, no. This goes beyond lost profits...Copy !req
208. If that was the wrong set of boxes,Copy !req
209. then the goods headed for Xī Yōu are the
ones I absconded with in the first place!Copy !req
210. If the cases are opened in front
of local merchants, I'll be...Copy !req
211. The fortune that I've
spent so long amassing...Copy !req
212. And all my illicit dealings!
They'll be exposed!Copy !req
213. Why do people live?Copy !req
214. I didn't understand the value
or the rationale behind it.Copy !req
215. But now... every life is precious to me.Copy !req
216. Yes... since they feed such
a beautiful one as this,Copy !req
217. granting her such a glorious glow...Copy !req
218. How truly priceless life must be!Copy !req
219. I have now gained a purpose in life!
And it was granted to me by this sword!Copy !req
220. My princess! My sublime beloved!Copy !req
221. What in the world is that?Copy !req
222. A man? Or a demon?Copy !req
223. Looking at that sword is making
them lose their minds.Copy !req
224. A power like that...
There's no force big enough to defeat it!Copy !req
225. Even a fortress couldn't stand against it!Copy !req
226. But why? That man, he may
be dressed differently now,Copy !req
227. but he's the monk who risked
his own health to save you!Copy !req
228. Could a holy man truly be so bewitched
by evil as to walk the path of demons?Copy !req
229. At this rate...Copy !req
230. My lord, it pains me to say this, but I must.Copy !req
231. I beg of you to bear the shame of retreating.Copy !req
232. Wh-What are you saying?Copy !req
233. It's only a matter of time before
Xiān Zhèn Fortress falls.Copy !req
234. But the Jué Jiāng Jiàn,
the Zhuàng Lí Jiàn...Copy !req
235. If we can protect them and the
Bā Shén Duàn Jī Dāo, the three holy relics,Copy !req
236. then all will not be lost.Copy !req
237. But...Copy !req
238. We face a single man.Copy !req
239. If I give it my all, surely I
can occupy him for some time.Copy !req
240. Please, take that time to escape,
and ensure a shred of hope remains tomorrow!Copy !req
241. "Overcome whatever obstacles are necessary
to guard the Shén Huì Mó Xiè."Copy !req
242. I beg you, please consider the oath of the
Hù Yìn Shī when making your decision!Copy !req
243. All too easy.Copy !req
244. Even the exalted Hù Yìn Shī
find themselves brought lowCopy !req
245. when exposed to my princess's shine.Copy !req
246. Wait.Copy !req
247. You say these are Hù Yìn Shī?Copy !req
248. Then the weapons stored in this
fortress are Shén Huì Mó Xiè?Copy !req
249. I believe that is the case.Copy !req
250. Zhèn Jiè... we must withdraw.Copy !req
251. The Shén Huì Mó Xiè weapons
are too much of a threat.Copy !req
252. Whatever do you mean?Copy !req
253. My roots trace back to the demon realm.Copy !req
254. Cowardly though it might seem,Copy !req
255. the power to banish evil that these swords
possess is a natural counter against me.Copy !req
256. If we trifle with them carelessly,
we will get hurt.Copy !req
257. My princess!Copy !req
258. I never wish to hear such
hints of sorrow in your voice!Copy !req
259. But don't you see...Copy !req
260. If they truly give you such pause,
then a curse upon the Shén Huì Mó Xiè!Copy !req
261. And now that I am aware of your concern,
I cannot rest until I have destroyed them all!Copy !req
262. The Zhòu Xiào Jiàn's
sheath is crying out...Copy !req
263. Then you truly are kin of the demon realm!Copy !req
264. A sword that can track the
presence of the demonic, eh?Copy !req
265. Then you've finally brought out
your weapon of last resort!Copy !req
266. An attack by demonkind is what our
order was created to deal with.Copy !req
267. The great hermetic secrets which we have
mastered while sequestered from the world...Copy !req
268. The time has come to unleash them!Copy !req
269. There's no escape!Copy !req
270. As long as that fetid
demonic air hangs thick,Copy !req
271. the Zhòu Xiào Jiàn will chase
you to the ends of the Earth!Copy !req
272. It is too dangerous to contend
against this sword, Lóu!Copy !req
273. Please, do not worry yourself.
I shall deal with this matter.Copy !req
274. You don't give up.Copy !req
275. But how long can you hold out?Copy !req
276. You disappoint, Hù Yìn Shī!Copy !req
277. You proclaim yourselves the
guardians of holy relics,Copy !req
278. but when pressed, you rely solely
on their sorcerous powers!Copy !req
279. You can hardly be called a swordsman.Copy !req
280. You're nothing more than an oaf who
is being used to propel a sword.Copy !req
281. L-Look out...Copy !req
282. Wh-What's the matter, Zhòu Xiào Jiàn?Copy !req
283. What happened?Copy !req
284. And I had already told you that I have
some experience with channeling qi.Copy !req
285. Or were you simply foolish enough to presume
that iron is always stronger than flesh?Copy !req
286. I will take the divine keepsakes that
would dare to threaten my princessCopy !req
287. and personally crush every last one!Copy !req
288. There need be only one beatific
sword in this world...Copy !req
289. My princess, the Seven Blasphemous Deaths,
and no other.Copy !req
290. For him to be this much of a master...
He's more of a find than I ever hoped for.Copy !req
291. In fact, for him to show
such endless potential,Copy !req
292. even I'm given pause at how
dangerous he might be.Copy !req
293. We shall see.Copy !req