Chapter 775: Yun Residence

Fortunately, I've already mastered powerful enough primal energy. Otherwise, arriving in this space, I would have been completely useless.

Xu Yang instinctively recalled his experience in the fantasy world created by Xiao Hua, where he had cultivated its unique divine power. Without it, Xu Yang's team would likely have become indistinguishable from ordinary people on the Yingzhou Continent.

Once he confirmed his ability to wield the primal energy system, Xu Yang felt completely confident, free from any anxiety or concern. Given the depth of his primal power, he was sure he could handle any top expert on the Yingzhou Continent. After assessing his own situation, Xu Yang's first priority was to determine the identity of the courtyard's owner and the general strength of the armed guards. The quickest way to achieve this, he realized, was to create a commotion.

A faint smile touched Xu Yang's lips as an idea sparked. He directed a powerful burst of primal energy towards the exquisite bathhouse nearby. The energy erupted instantly, causing the fish pond to churn violently, sending water surging high into the air.

“What was that noise? Go outside and check!”

From a refined hall nearby, a somewhat robust middle-aged man's voice rang out. Immediately, dozens of elite, knife-wielding guards rushed into the courtyard.

“Who dares to be so bold as to trespass on the Governor's estate?!”

“I don't care who your Governor is. Take me to your master immediately, or you useless lot will face a brutal beating!”

Xu Yang's words remained sharp and unsparing, showing no regard for the guards. Naturally, these dozen or so armed guards were not easily intimidated. Seeing the arrogant newcomer, who was dressed like an assassin, they unhesitatingly drew their hidden blades and swarmed towards Xu Yang.

Xu Yang simply offered a relaxed smile, then stomped his foot forcefully. The Guigu Qimen Art once again unleashed its powerful confounding rules, instantly disorienting the dozens of guards. In no time, Xu Yang had left the guards completely disoriented. Not only could they not approach him to attack, but the dozens of men couldn't even tell north from south.

When Xu Yang withdrew the formation's power, the dozens of men couldn't even stand upright, swaying precariously.

“Heh heh, with such paltry abilities, you dare to put on a show in front of me?” Xu Yang suddenly felt playful. He maximized his movement speed, kicking each of the dozens of guards into the fish pond.

“How incredibly bold! I'll see what you're truly made of!”

Suddenly, the robust voice burst from the hall. The man leaped into the air, simultaneously drawing a bright silver sword from his waist. Powerful sword energy, shimmering like scattered points of light, pressed towards Xu Yang from all directions. Moments after the opponent appeared, Xu Yang recognized the sword-wielding style as remarkably familiar.

“Oh? Your sword arts are quite intriguing!”

Xu Yang's interest was piqued. He wasn't in a rush to easily eliminate his opponent, as the middle-aged man who had emerged was, in all likelihood, the master of the estate. With a subtle flick of Xu Yang's wrist, the Jade Bone Divine Sword reappeared, and he began exchanging a variety of intricate moves with the middle-aged man.

However, as their exchange continued, the middle-aged man found Xu Yang's sword style increasingly familiar! Their sword styles were strikingly similar, which was clearly no coincidence. There had to be an untold secret behind it.

“Young man, where are you from? Why are you so proficient in our Yun clan's sword technique?”

Xu Yang gave a helpless smile: “Yun clan? What Yun clan? Don't tell me your ancestor was named Yun Wangji!”

The middle-aged man's expression grew even more solemn. “What nonsense are you talking about? I've never heard of that name, but the sword style you're using doesn't lie. Quickly, reveal your true lineage! Otherwise, don't blame me if my sword shows no mercy!”

Xu Yang couldn't help but laugh heartily: “I truly want to see what your 'merciless sword' looks like. Or perhaps, defeating you when you're at your most confident is the most fulfilling way to play this game.”

The word “game” seemed to truly sting the middle-aged man. Without hesitation, he suddenly retracted his sword, then lightly touched it with two fingers at his chest. This triggered an incredibly dazzling silver holy light to burst forth from the blade.

Enveloped by the light, the entire spacious mansion was instantly covered. The bright sword light then cleaved through the air; wherever it passed, the ground vibrated, and everything ornamental in the courtyard disintegrated into nothingness in the wake of the immensely powerful aura.

Xu Yang immediately pinpointed the main attack direction of the sword energy and calmly repositioned himself. This time, however, Xu Yang did not merely dodge. Instead, he continued to seek an opportunity to swiftly end this sparring match.

“Heavenly Sword, Unrivaled!”

With a sudden roar, the Jade Bone Divine Sword soared. The next instant, all its light vanished completely, mysteriously concealing itself in the void, instantly causing the middle-aged man to feel a profound sense of crisis.

Indeed, the Jade Bone Divine Sword's complete disappearance was a special ability granted by Xu Yang's sword technique. When the sword reappeared, its chilling edge was already pressed against the middle-aged man's neck. What terrified him even more was his inability to comprehend how the sword had vanished and then reappeared. Undoubtedly, Xu Yang's strength was beyond the man's comprehension.

“My apologies, you lost. Game over.”

With a slight flick of Xu Yang's palm, the glowing sword in the middle-aged man's hand was effortlessly seized. With a gentle bend, the sword shattered, again startling the middle-aged man.

“Your strength is truly immense. Who are you? Could you be an assassin or spy from another province, infiltrating our Yingzhou Continent?”

Xu Yang burst out laughing: “If I were truly a spy, do you think I'd need to hide in the household of a mid-level official like you? What would be the point for me?”

The middle-aged man pondered for a moment, seemingly finding Xu Yang's words reasonable, and could only shake his head helplessly. “Since you are not here to take my life, let this battle end. Please join me in the hall for a discussion and a cup of tea, as my apology to you.”

Xu Yang was pleased with the offer. With a gentle wave of his palm, the Jade Bone Divine Sword vanished once more, and the two concluded their impromptu duel.