Chapter 27

"Tomorrow is a rest day...”

Suddenly, there was a day without any matches, and Zhou Xian was truly surprised and found it strange.

In fact, he had thought that the e-sports community would have some emergency measures. However, it seemed that things were not quite as he had imagined.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Zhou Xian also planned to conduct an investigation in the game.

And now, Zhou Xian had arrived at a place called the Sword Transformation Pool.

The Sword Transformation Pool in the Thin Cloud Mountain is a map with monsters around level 40. The monsters are relatively weak, and there are many basic metals and crystal ores that can be mined, making it a place where mostly crafting players gather.

However, Zhou Xian did not come here for the metals or crystal ores.

Zhou Xian's purpose in coming here was the Sword Transformation Pool itself.

The Sword Transformation Pool is located in a basin that resembles a fairyland, surrounded by green bamboo and misty clouds, creating a very beautiful environment. In the center of this valley is a small lake shaped like a sword, which is the Sword Transformation Pool that Zhou Xian was looking for.

This place is currently very peaceful, giving a very "leisurely" feeling.

However, according to intelligence, several months ago, a golden sword aura had shot up from the Sword Transformation Pool, causing many players to be very surprised at the terrifying phenomenon. Major guilds even sent people to stake out this place for a month.

In the game world, such phenomena are often signs that something powerful or terrifying is about to emerge. At the time, there were various rumors about the Sword Transformation Pool, with some saying that a super boss monster was sleeping at the bottom of the lake, others claiming it was the abode of a great immortal, and still others citing ancient legends to assert that it was the emergence of an ancient divine artifact.

However, unfortunately, the major guilds staked out for a month and even sent people to explore underwater, but found no clues at all.

The reason Zhou Xian came to this place was not because of these legends, but because when he was teleported out of the Dragon Tomb, he appeared in the area of the Sword Transformation Pool. Well, in other words, those phenomena that had become legends were actually caused by Zhou Xian...

"However, this place is truly remarkable." Zhou Xian looked at the vast Sword Transformation Pool and couldn't help but praise it.

The Sword Transformation Pool is unfathomably deep, but the water is clear, giving the illusion that the lake is very shallow. On the nearby shallow beach, the sunlight passing through the water allows one to see the bottom, creating a beautiful sensation that made Zhou Xian praise it again.

"Recruiting miners! Those with mining level 6 and above, sign up with me!"

"Free ore refining to level up! Completely free, absolutely free refining!"

"Unlimited purchase of all types of stones, metals, and special materials!"

"Highest price for iron ore, copper ore, and marble!"

Beside the Sword Transformation Pool, a group of players around level 40 were gathered together.

Zhou Xian walked over and found a crafting player to ask, "Brother, the Sword Transformation Pool seems very lively today?"

"Indeed," the player, who had apparently had good earnings recently, replied, "According to reports from the front lines, the Xuanwu Kingdom is recently building a large number of siege weapons, and they might be planning to attack us. Now, these major guilds are buying materials to prepare for the next national war and to fight against the enemy."

"Ah, I see—by the way, I heard that there was a strange phenomenon here not long ago. Did anyone find any amazing treasures in the Sword Transformation Pool?"

Hearing Zhou Xian's question, the player pouted, "Nothing at all. This place has been searched several times by major guilds, and they found nothing. In my opinion, this place is just a mine, and the Sword Transformation Pool is a place for us to rest. How could there be so many adventures? If there were, wouldn't level 70 players be everywhere in this game?"

The player left after saying that, and Zhou Xian walked around the Sword Transformation Pool.

"How about it, Martin, do you have any familiar feelings about this place?"

"Indeed, I do."

Martin Luther King ran out from the sword and jumped onto Zhou Xian's shoulder. Although he looked strange, his appearance was not much different from a pet, and the people around him did not pay much attention.

"Master, don't you think this place looks a lot like the true form of the Wu Jin Tian Kui Sword?"

The true form of the Wu Jin Tian Kui Sword?

Zhou Xian looked at the "cleaver" in his hand. In fact, the reason the Wu Jin Tian Kui Sword looks so ugly is that it is currently in disguise. In reality, the Wu Jin Tian Kui Sword is a very magnificent weapon. However, because it is too dazzling, Zhou Xian disguised it.

"Yes, I do have that feeling," Zhou Xian indeed had such a feeling. "Is it possible that the Chi Xue Jin Xiao is here?"

Zhou Xian asked.

"Impossible," Martin Luther King firmly denied.

"Impossible? Why?" Zhou Xian was puzzled.

"My main consciousness is still asleep, so I can't explain it. However, based on my vague memories, the Chi Xue Jin Xiao will definitely not be here—though the Sword Transformation Pool does have a connection to the dragon race and seems to have a story. Once I figure out how to repair the Wu Jin Tian Kui Sword, I might be able to tell you more about it."

Martin Luther King jumped down from Zhou Xian's body and then dived into the Wu Jin Tian Kui Sword, transmitting his thoughts: "Once I figure out how to further repair the Wu Jin Tian Kui Sword, the memories will become clearer. At that time, I will tell you about the Chi Xue Jin Xiao."

It seems that the most important thing now is to repair the Wu Jin Tian Kui Sword as soon as possible?

"Hey, Zhou Xian, good afternoon!"

At that moment, a friendly greeting almost made Zhou Xian jump.

"Who?!"

He immediately turned around.

Standing behind Zhou Xian was a girl wearing a bright yellow dress and a straw hat. Her attire was not typical of the game but rather resembled real-life clothing.

"Beidou?"

Zhou Xian stared at her in surprise.

This was truly a complicated relationship.

"This is our destined connection, Zhou Xian." Beidou smiled at Zhou Xian.

"How did you know it was me?"

Zhou Xian was very surprised.

Although Zhou Xian's appearance in the game was the same as his real-life appearance, he had deliberately disguised himself. To others, Zhou Xian's current appearance should be the same as the default avatar in the game.

"Because I have a divine artifact." Beidou took out something that looked like an eyeball.

True Eye: Legendary item, equipping it allows you to see through all disguises, passive effect. Usage requirement: The target and the user must have a level difference of more than LV10.

"..."

Because he had used the save skill, Zhou Xian's level had dropped significantly. This True Eye would not have been able to see through him before.

"Level disadvantage—wait, Beidou, you're already level 70?"

A level 70 high school student is as rare as a 17-year-old graduate student. After seeing the item in Beidou's hand, Zhou Xian was shocked.

"That's why I said, in the game world, I can protect you~"

Beidou looked very proud.

"What about your clothes?"

"Of course, it's a secondary profession. Do you know how long it took me to find a specialized tailor?"

Blacksmiths and tailors can both make clothing. However, the clothing made by blacksmiths has defensive capabilities, while the clothing made by tailors is just ordinary clothes with no defense. Therefore, the tailor profession is not very common in the game. The fact that Miss Beidou had learned this secondary profession amazed Zhou Xian.

"Your character is quite unique."

Zhou Xian was speaking from the heart.

Beidou's character was indeed unique.

"Not at all, not at all. Aren't you all here to experience a different, wonderful life in this world? A life completely different from reality, right?"

Zhou Xian nodded.

Being able to explore such a beautiful and different world is indeed a great thing.

Of course, the premise is that there is no annoying countdown. The sudden change has made Zhou Xian feel very heavy-hearted, and he really can't enjoy the game right now.

"Exactly, so I'm the same. As long as I can be happy, life is perfect, isn't it? Hmm, I realize I'm a person of high moral character, a person who has transcended low-level interests~"

Being able to elevate one's hobbies to the level of life is truly unique.

"Never mind, let's not talk about this. Regarding my identity, I prefer you not to tell others. I have some trouble recently and need to disguise myself."

"No problem. Young man, you are the hope of this world. The future is in your hands, and I won't say anything. If you need any help, you can ask me!"

Beidou's words were becoming less reliable.

"Never mind... I'm looking for something. Have you heard of the Chi Xue Jin Xiao or anything similar?" Zhou Xian asked, hoping for a miracle.

"Chi Xue Jin Xiao? I think I've heard of it, but I'm not sure. I think I saw it in a book..."

"In a book?!"

Zhou Xian immediately became interested.

"Um," Beidou was trying to recall, "I'm not quite sure about this. However, if you go to the demon race and ask, it might be more effective. The average lifespan of the demon race is much longer than that of humans. If you ask them, they might know more. Ah, but building a good relationship with the demon race is not easy. Getting clues from them won't be easy either."

"The demon race?" Zhou Xian's heart stirred.

While others might not be familiar with the demon race, for Zhou Xian, it was not a problem.

Don't forget, he is the master of the Flowing Cloud Temple!