Absolute Death Game

"Dammit, I knew I should have gone to the Third Senior Sister," Xiao Buli was fending off the ghosts around him while inwardly lamenting that if Ji Xiangyun were here, a single AOE spell would have wiped out these low-health ghosts in no time, saving all the hassle. Fortunately, he himself was quite capable.

While thinking, Xiao Buli executed a Wind Rolls The Scattered Clouds, sweeping away the ghosts that had approached him. The Soul Slayer's Blade truly was the specialized weapon against ghostly Undead, and the wounds it inflicted melted away like snow meeting hot water, instantly taking out seven or eight ghosts.

"You do have some skills," the eldest senior brother turned his head to look, his expression suddenly changing, "No, it's because of the sword in your hand. Quick, give me the sword."

Xiao Buli hadn't even had time to react when a dialogue box appeared on the screen, with a system prompt: Gu Yuexuan has requested your weapon 'Soul Slayer's Blade.' Do you accept?

Handing the Soul Slayer's Blade to Gu Yuexuan was not something Xiao Buli was keen on. Eager to refuse, but with more ghosts once again drifting his way, and considering the greater good, Xiao Buli couldn't afford to hesitate and quickly clicked 'Yes.'

System prompt: You have lost the item 'Soul Slayer's Blade.'

Xiao Buli's heart immediately sank with worry that the loss might mean he wouldn't be able to get the sword back if the eldest senior brother didn't return it.

When Gu Yuexuan took the Soul Slayer's Blade and performed a flourish, it really was like adding wings to a tiger. He unleashed an immensely powerful Myriad Swords into Shadows Slash, and this time the ghosts were not as lucky as before, getting sliced and melting away amidst countless Sword Shadows. Continual powerful moves swept through like an autumn breeze through fallen leaves, and moments later, the hall was once again quiet.

Xiao Buli, watching the dramatic turn of events, felt a surge of happiness and secretly gave Gu Yuexuan a thumbs-up for his ability.

Really amazing, indeed it's always humbling to compare oneself to others.

"This sword of yours is quite good, how about selling it to me?" Gu Yuexuan's words brought Xiao Buli back to his senses, thinking that this senior brother was really taking too much for granted, just opening his mouth to claim what he desired. This Soul Slayer's Blade was his Divine Artifact for grinding experience; how could he just give it away so easily? Just as he was about to refuse, he thought again. Ever since he had met the eldest senior brother, although not always perfectly upright, he had indeed always been straightforward and had never taken advantage of others. Now that Gu Yuexuan spoke of wanting the sword, it must truly appeal to him, but he wouldn't just take it for free; there had to be some form of compensation.

From Xiao Buli's decades of experience with people, the best way to deal with those with high pride was to be generous. As long as the other party felt somewhat indebted, they would certainly be more generous than you. On the other hand, if you encounter those who like to take advantage, feeling turned off inwardly, even if you gain a short-term advantage, in the long run, they are definitely not worth getting involved with. Xiao Buli decided to take this opportunity to do a good turn with this sword; firstly, Gu Yuexuan wouldn't treat him poorly in return, and secondly, it could also ease the awkwardness between them.

With that in mind, Xiao Buli typed: "Senior brother, if you want this sword, take it. There's no need for formalities between us."

True to his expectations, Gu Yuexuan responded, "This won't do. Although this sword is of average quality, the rare part is the Pure Yang Power contained within it. It's not very effective against ordinary Demons, but it works wonders against formless ghostly Undead. Although you are my junior brother, I, as your senior, can't just take advantage of you. How about this: I'll buy this sword from you for fifty Gold Coins."

A dialogue box popped up on the screen immediately.

1, Senior brother, I couldn't possibly refuse.

2, Senior brother, don't be so polite.

Xiao Buli paused, seeing such a dialogue box with Gu Yuexuan for the first time. He had realized that such choices usually appear when there's an important turn in the story or when triggering a quest. Fifty Gold Coins was no small sum, but Xiao Buli didn't value it highly. Compared to it, there might be better gains. Considering Gu Yuexuan, Xiao Buli felt it was worth a shot and lightly clicked option 2 with his mouse.

"Senior brother, don't be so polite, who are we to each other? If you like the sword, take it," he said.

Gu Yuexuan, seeing Xiao Buli being so generous and genuine, was also somewhat surprised because in their past dealings, Xiao Buli had always tried to take whatever advantages he could. "It's unexpected that you can be so righteous. Well, I won't stand on ceremony with you either. But, it's not right for you to be without a weapon. I have another sword here, I'll give it to you." Saying this, Gu Yuexuan's sword flashed, and Xiao Buli's screen displayed:

System prompt: You have received 'Glowing Light.'

But this time, no choice appeared; the item directly entered Xiao Buli's inventory. He opened his inventory and indeed there lay a sword emitting a translucent blue light.

Glowing Light (Purple - One-handed Sword): This is an extraordinary sword passed down from the Immortal Realm, the blade pulsates with a mesmerizing light, seemingly imbued with magical power.

Weapon special effect: Each spell cast provides the weapon with a layer of Scorching Radiance, which can last for 60 seconds, consumed upon your next hit on the target. Each layer of Scorching Radiance consumed deals an additional 20 points of fire damage to the enemy.