Chapter 287
Xu Ming’s longsword was pointed at Ye Ye’s neck.
The blade glimmered faintly under the moonlight.
Yet, even with the sword pressed to her throat, Ye Ye’s expression remained calm and composed.
She glanced at the sword in Xu Ming’s hand and spoke, “A sword forged by Master Wang from Xifeng Street. Good craftsmanship, but it’s still just a mortal blade. For someone like you, the top scholar, using such a sword seems a bit underwhelming.”
Xu Ming replied, “I had a better sword before, but it was lost when I killed the Sect Master of Tianxuan Sect, Xia He. I just grabbed this one nearby—don’t know if it’ll suffice or not.”
Ye Ye’s lips curved into a faint smile. “Just a mortal blade? Then perhaps it won’t be enough.”
“Maybe,” Xu Ming responded nonchalantly. “But it doesn’t hurt to try. Though, I’d prefer not to use it tonight.”
Ye Ye lifted her gaze, her expression curious. “I’m a bit intrigued. I’ve concealed my demonic aura very well. Unless one is a Nascent Soul Realm cultivator or a Far Wandering Realm martial artist, it’s nearly impossible to detect me. How did you discover me, sir?”
Xu Ming casually made up an excuse. “Maybe I’ve just been sensitive to ghosts, demons, and such since I was young. Perhaps it’s innate.”