Chapter 50

Bai Cangdong was no stranger to Guitian Cliff, and the path was not unfamiliar to him. Within a kilometer, there were still many people climbing Guitian Cliff. Within two kilometers, human figures could still be seen. By the time he reached three kilometers, there were almost no signs of human presence, and occasionally, some undead creatures began to appear.

After surpassing three kilometers, Bai Cangdong no longer dared to linger in one place for too long. Flocks of Guitian Geese flew in the sky, searching for prey. They were baron-level undead creatures that roamed in groups through the sea of clouds, with human eyes being their favorite delicacy.

Bai Cangdong held the Ghost Stabber, and along the way, he had already slain countless Guitian Geese that swooped down to peck at his eyes. The Ghost Stabber, though a sword, had a blade like a steel needle, sharp only at the tip and without an edge, making it suitable only for stabbing, not slashing.

The Cangshen Ancient Tree was very conspicuous, a tree over a hundred meters tall growing horizontally on the steep, straight cliff face. It was hard to miss. The trunk of the tree grew straight, like a ruler lying across the cliff face of Guitian Cliff, while the branches were curved like snakes, and the leaves were emerald green.

Bai Cangdong looked at the Cangshen Ancient Tree from a distance but did not see the shadow of the Goddess Archer.

"The information says that the Goddess Archer usually sleeps during the day and only stands on the Cangshen Ancient Tree to gaze at the starry sky and the sea of clouds when the moon rises. I hope the information is correct." Bai Cangdong looked at the sky, which was already darkening. In about half an hour, the moon would rise.

While observing the Cangshen Ancient Tree, Bai Cangdong suddenly felt a chill come from behind him. He quickly pushed off the cliff face with his legs and swung away, grabbing a vine.

A sharp sword appeared where he had just been, and a familiar man's face appeared there.

"Baron Swordwind!" Bai Cangdong jumped to another vine and recognized the man's face.

"And me." Baron Knifewind also rushed out from behind a large vine, flanking Bai Cangdong on both sides with Baron Swordwind.

"What do you want?" Bai Cangdong frowned.

"We don't want anything, just to ask you to hand over your martial arts techniques so we can study them." Baron Swordwind said calmly.

Bai Cangdong's expression turned cold: "Are you joking? Why should I show you my martial arts techniques?"

"Very simple, if you don't hand over your martial arts techniques, we will prevent you from hunting the Goddess Archer and advancing to viscount. What do you think of this reason?" Baron Knifewind interjected.

"With you two, who have already been defeated by me?" Bai Cangdong sneered.

Baron Swordwind was not bothered by Bai Cangdong's mockery: "We two brothers are indeed not your match, but why should we fight you? We just need to wait until you and the Goddess Archer are fighting, and then give the Goddess Archer a little help. You will surely die."

Bai Cangdong fell silent. Although Baron Swordwind's method was despicable, it was indeed effective.

"Why do you want my martial arts techniques?" Bai Cangdong did not want to give up on hunting the Goddess Archer, so he had to deal with the two brothers first.

"Because you defeated us, proving that your martial arts techniques are stronger than ours. In our First Tier of Darkness, unlike your First Tier of Light, where you advance by slaying undead creatures, our ranks are harder to obtain. We must slay humans of a higher rank to advance."

Bai Cangdong had heard about the First Tier of Darkness and was not surprised. He waited for Baron Swordwind to continue.

"We two brothers consider ourselves among the best barons in our birth city, but we lack the confidence to slay a viscount, even the weakest one. So we went through great lengths to come to the First Tier of Light to find different martial arts techniques and equipment to enhance our strength. But along the way, none of the barons we encountered were a match for us, except you. So we are determined to obtain your martial arts techniques. You can call us despicable, but for the sake of advancing, we are willing to do anything." Baron Swordwind's expression was as firm as iron, and it seemed nothing could sway him.

Bai Cangdong did not get angry but laughed: "Even if I were willing to tell you my martial arts techniques, would you dare to believe that I am telling the truth in this situation?"

"We have to try. This is our best chance. Normally, we two brothers are not your match and have no chance of obtaining your martial arts techniques." Baron Swordwind was very honest.

"I know you in the First Tier of Darkness value martial arts techniques highly, almost as much as life. But you may not know that in the First Tier of Light, martial arts techniques are not considered secrets. As long as the price is right, it is easy to learn them, including my own martial arts techniques."

Baron Swordwind and Baron Knifewind's eyes lit up, and Baron Knifewind said: "Your meaning is that if we pay enough life spans, you will hand over your martial arts techniques to us?"

"Normally, that would be the case, but now life spans are of no use to me. If you are willing to help me kill the Goddess Archer and advance to viscount, I can guarantee to teach you all the baron-level martial arts techniques I know. What do you think of this deal?" Bai Cangdong looked at them seriously.

Baron Swordwind and Baron Knifewind exchanged glances, and finally, Baron Swordwind said: "How can we be sure you will keep your promise after we succeed?"

"If I can advance to viscount, baron-level martial arts techniques will be of no use to me. It won't matter if I teach them all to you." Bai Cangdong smiled.

Baron Swordwind and Baron Knifewind whispered for a moment and finally agreed to help Bai Cangdong slay the Goddess Archer in exchange for his martial arts techniques.

Bai Cangdong was satisfied that he could turn two enemies into allies without a fight, saving his strength to fully focus on the Goddess Archer and gaining two capable helpers, increasing his chances of success.

"We can help you, but if our lives are in danger, we will prioritize our survival." Baron Knifewind added.

"Of course, you just need to assist me from the side." Bai Cangdong did not expect them to be of great help; it would be enough if they could restrain the Goddess Archer a bit.

The moon slowly rose from the sea of clouds, and the crystal-clear moonlight shone on the Cangshen Ancient Tree. The green leaves emitted a faint glow, making the entire ancient tree look like a giant luminescent body.

At some point, a stunningly beautiful woman appeared on the crown of the Cangshen Ancient Tree. Her black armor contrasted sharply with her fair skin, and her large black wings fluttered in the wind, making her half-suspended in the air.

The Goddess Archer held a strange, long bow made of an unknown metal, which shimmered with a cold luster in the moonlight. One glance seemed to make countless light arrows shoot into the eyes, causing pain.

"This is the Goddess Archer? If I saw her elsewhere, I would think she was a beautiful human woman and would never believe she is an undead creature." Baron Swordwind sighed.

"Unless you are blind and can't see the large black wings on her back, no one would mistake her for a human woman." Baron Knifewind said bluntly.

"Be quiet." Bai Cangdong wanted to act immediately but saw the Goddess Archer raise her metal bow, slowly drawing the bowstring towards the moon. A transparent, ice-like light arrow appeared between her fingers.

Whoosh!

With the vibration of the bowstring, the light arrow shot towards the moon, turning into a streak of light and disappearing into the sky.

The faces of Bai Cangdong, Baron Swordwind, and Baron Knifewind all turned grim. The speed of the light arrow shot by the Goddess Archer was beyond their imagination.

"Can you dodge that arrow?" Baron Swordwind looked at Bai Cangdong.

"I can." Bai Cangdong answered straightforwardly.

Baron Swordwind and Baron Knifewind exchanged glances and said helplessly: "We two brothers have no confidence in dodging it. We probably can't help you this time."

"That's fine, you can leave now." Bai Cangdong said calmly.

Baron Swordwind and Baron Knifewind hesitated for a moment and finally decided to leave immediately. The light arrow from the Goddess Archer had already frightened them.

However, as Baron Swordwind and Baron Knifewind moved, they startled the Goddess Archer, who was shooting arrows at the moon. Her beautiful face showed a hint of surprise, and she spread her wings, flying into the air. She drew her metal bow and shot a light arrow at Baron Swordwind.

Baron Swordwind knew it was bad when he saw the Goddess Archer startled. He immediately jumped out, grabbing another vine. The spot where he had been was pierced through by the light arrow, and the depth of the penetration was unknown, making Baron Knifewind shudder. If that arrow had hit him, even ten Baron Swordwinds combined would have been pierced through.

"Be careful." Baron Knifewind was still in shock when he heard Baron Swordwind's cry.

When Baron Knifewind turned to look, he only saw a flash of light, and then a hole appeared in his chest, through which he could see the cliff face behind him.

"Ah!" Baron Knifewind screamed as he fell off the cliff.

"I will fight you to the death." Baron Swordwind's eyes turned blood red, and he held his long sword, flying up to the Cangshen Ancient Tree, charging towards the Goddess Archer.

The light arrow flashed, and Baron Swordwind seemed to have predicted it, turning his head. The light arrow grazed his cheek, only cutting off a few strands of hair.

As soon as the first arrow passed, the second arrow was already in front of Baron Swordwind. He rolled to the ground, dodging another light arrow. When he tried to stand up, a light arrow pierced through his head, directly penetrating his entire body.

Baron Swordwind's body fell from the Cangshen Ancient Tree, plummeting into the abyss.