The shuttle in the second dimension

　Lin Xuan's first words frightened Amakasu Touma. "What the hell? Why would that king come to this country?!" What on earth has happened to this country? No, first the Sword King came, then the Marquis of Vauban, and now even the Martial Arts King has arrived. This can truly be described as a calamity.

　No, wait! As if realizing something, Amakasu Touma glanced at Lin Xuan and thought to himself. It seems this person had fought the Martial Arts King not long after becoming a God Slayer, and seemed to have lost miserably. Although this person originally lived in Japan, because of that defeat, this person was forced to leave that country and return to Japan, never to set foot there again. Judging from this, the relationship between the Martial Arts King and this person isn't very good, and could even be called very bad.

　Now the King of Martial Arts is coming to this country, and this person in front of him will remain indifferent!? Amakasu Touma simply didn't believe this King indifferent. Furthermore, this person's strength had increased immensely compared to when he first became a God Slayer. At this rate, a clash between these two Kings was inevitable.

　Wait!!! Glancing at Lin Xuan, Amakasu Touma felt a sense of foreboding. Why would this person come to Xitian Palace today? Could it be...? As if remembering something, Amakasu Touma twitched his eyes. He just hoped he was wrong.

　"That person has already sent his disciples to observe the West Heaven Palace, and has even made a plan on how to release the imprisoned Monkey King." As if noticing the change in Amakasu Touma's expression due to his thoughts, Lin Xuan raised the corner of his mouth slightly and said with a smile, "Of course, I persuaded them to give up the plan to release the Monkey King."

　When he heard the first sentence, Amakasu Touma's heart immediately jumped up. No way, I guessed it was right. The King of Martial Arts really was going to release the God of Disobedience. But when he heard the second sentence, Amakasu Touma's heart was relieved again. Oh, it seems the King will still do good things. As he thought this, Amakasu Touma suddenly felt something was wrong.

　By the way, is this person really that kind?!

　Of course, Lin Xuan was not so kind. What he said next made Amakasu Touma's heart, which had been relieved, become heavier again.

　"However, I will personally release the Monkey God and have a battle with the Martial Arts King here in three days, so you should know how to arrange it. I don't need to say anything more, right?" Looking at Touma Amakasu's ever-changing expression, Lin Xuan said with a playful look on his face.

　"You have to understand, this is already good. After all, the martial arts king won't tell you in advance what she's going to do. After all, in her eyes, whether this place is damaged or not is not her business."

　Hearing this, Touma Amakasu's lips twitched. Honestly, what he said was true. The Martial Arts King and the Marquis of Vauban were both completely oblivious to their surroundings, unbridled in their actions once a fight broke out. Compared to those two, this guy at least warned you ahead of time, allowing you to clear the area beforehand and avoid any further panic. However, this guy seemed to have only this one slight advantage over them; the rest wasn't much different.

　"Make good arrangements, otherwise, don't blame me for not reminding you." Lin Xuan smiled and shook his head. When he passed by Touma Amakasu, he gently patted his shoulder, like a boss encouraging a hard-working subordinate.

　After Lin Xuan left, in front of the West Heaven Palace, Amakasu Touma looked at the sky helplessly, still thinking in his heart how much damage the two kings and the disobedient gods would cause this time. Finally, Amakasu Touma sighed helplessly, "What a sin this is~~~"

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　Somewhere in the city.

　After Lin Xuan left, Lu Yinghua and An Xiela also hurriedly left the building they were in and came to a quiet place. There was no one around, and it was a very good place to hide away. There was a courtyard with a classical Chinese style.

　After entering the courtyard, Lu Yinghua walked towards one of the rooms. When he reached the door, he bowed respectfully, clasped his fists and said to the person inside, "Master, I have something important to report to you."

　As if she was afraid of the people in the house, Anxila suppressed the murderous intent in her eyes and stood respectfully beside Lu Yinghua.

　"Come in--" As a pleasant voice sounded in the house, the door slowly opened to both sides.

　After entering the room, Lu Yinghua respectfully said to the woman sitting behind a layer of exquisite gauze, "Master, when I was exploring the West Heaven Palace, I encountered the king you defeated."

　"Oh!?" Lu Yinghua's words seemed to have caught the woman's attention. "What? Did that person stop your plan?"

　"Reporting to Master, the king did ask me to give up the plan, but he said that he would personally release the disobedient god. Also, he asked us to bring you a message." Lu Yinghua was extremely respectful to the woman behind the gauze.

　"Oh!? What are you talking about?"

　"The king once said that he would release the disobedient god in three days, and he hopes you can go."

　"Is that so—" the woman whispered, "You're letting me go, so you want to fight me?"

　"In that case, Yinghua, give up your plan. I want to see how far the junior I drove to this country has grown."

　"I understand, Master."

Chapter 25: Goodbye to Seiakiin Ena

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　As for why Lin Xuan came to the Shichio Shrine, it was because Yuri had been staying at the Shichio Shrine for the past couple of days instead of at Lin Xuan's house. As for the reason, it was to take care of her younger sister, Wanli Gu Guang.

　Lin Xuan had tried to persuade Yuri several times to move in with her sister, but she always refused. She seemed to be saying that she already had Liliana and Athena at home, and the four of them were so close, so she didn't really want her sister to move in too.

　Despite Yuri's words, Lin Xuan felt like she was guarding him like a thief, preventing her from letting her sister move in with him. Of course, this was just Lin Xuan's feeling. He wondered if Yuri would ever see him as someone who would lay a hand on a twelve-year-old girl. But he was overthinking it.

　Therefore, in order to take care of his sister, Yuri would return to the Nanao Shrine for three or four days every week. And these one or two days were the time when Yuri returned to the Nanao Shrine to take care of his sister.

　Lin Xuan did not appear directly in the Seven Heroes Shrine, but appeared in front of the stone steps in front of the Seven Heroes Shrine.

　Looking at the two hundred stone steps in front of him, Lin Xuan suddenly thought to himself, 'If it were me before I traveled through time, climbing two hundred stone steps would not be easy. I might even be out of breath if I climbed them all in one go.'

　Thinking this in his heart, Lin Xuan stepped onto the stone steps in front of him. Lin Xuan did not intend to use his power to directly reach the Seven Heroes Shrine. He just climbed the stairs step by step and walked up slowly.

　Honestly, the scenery around the Shichiheo Shrine was quite pleasant. Walking quietly along these stone steps alone gave Lin Xuan a very comfortable feeling. "When I feel a little tired mentally later, it might be nice to walk here and relax," Lin Xuan thought as he walked up the last flight of stone steps.

　The afternoon sun shines down, casting a dazzling light on the entire shrine.

　At this time, in the open space in front of the shrine, a petite figure was holding a broom that was almost as tall as him, and was slowly gathering the fallen leaves on the open space together.

　Lin Xuan recognized the petite figure; it was Yuri's younger sister, Hikaru Manritani. Although they were sisters, Hikaru Manritani and Yuri gave off completely different vibes. If Yuri Manritani was a pure, innocent Yamato Nadeshiko-style girl, Hikaru Manritani was a spirited little girl. Of course, the two sisters did have a lot in common, from hair color and eye color to face shape. However, unlike Yuri's long, flowing hair, Hikaru Manritani had shoulder-length hair, which, of course, made her look more energetic.

　Lin Xuan did not deliberately hide his presence, so as soon as he came up, he was discovered by Wanli Guguang who was sweeping the floor.

　｛ǚm

　Looking at Lin Xuan in surprise, Wanli Gu Guang subconsciously loosened his hands, and the broom in his hand fell directly to the ground, splashing some smoke and dust.

　"Brother-in-law!?" Wanli Guguang shouted in surprise, and ran towards Lin Xuan without paying attention to the work in his hands.

　Lin Xuan raised his eyebrows slightly and curled up the corners of his mouth. It was obvious that he was very satisfied with Wanli Gu Guang's name. When he first met Wanli Gu Guang, she called him that. Although Yuri asked her not to call him that, it seemed to be of no use.

　Looking at Wanli Guguang running towards him, Lin Xuan bent down slightly and looked at her straight in the eyes.

　"Xiao Guang, where's your sister?"

　"My sister is in the living room, talking to Ena-nee."

　"Hena!? Seiakiin Hena?" Lin Xuan raised his eyebrows slightly and whispered, "Why is she here?"

　As if he heard Lin Xuan's whisper, Wanli Gu Guang said, "Yes, Sister Hina and my sister are good friends, so it's not surprising that she comes to see my sister. Hey - brother-in-law, do you also know Sister Hina~~~~" Wanli Gu Guang asked with curiosity flashing in his eyes.

　"I wouldn't say we know each other. We've only met once." Lin Xuan said, gently rubbing Wanli Guguang's little head.

　"Is that so? Then brother-in-law, wait a minute. I'll go tell my sister that you're here!" After saying that, Wanli Guguang left Lin Xuan alone and ran to the shrine to report the news.

　"Uh--" Lin Xuan raised his hand, and before he could even say the word 'no need', Wanli Guguang disappeared, leaving Lin Xuan at a loss whether to laugh or cry. He could only let the little girl Wanli Guguang go.

　However, you have to say, the little girl ran really fast. Lin Xuan had just walked to the entrance of the shrine when he saw Yuri and Kiyoakiin Ena coming out to greet him. As for the little girl Manritani Hikaru, she followed behind Yuri.

　Lin Xuan

　"king"

　After Qingqiuyuan Hina appeared in his sight, Lin Xuan had been looking at her. Lin Xuan found that the loss of her beloved sword [Ame-no-Murasakumo Sword] did not seem to make her feel discouraged or anything. The feeling she gave Lin Xuan was almost the same as the last time they met.

　Retracting his gaze, Lin Xuan raised the corner of his mouth slightly and jokingly said, "You're not going to invite me in to sit down. Are you planning to receive me at the door?"

　"How can that be? Brother-in-law, please come in quickly." Wanli Guguang said, as if he didn't notice his sister's face starting to turn red.

　……

　Inside the room, Lin Xuan, Yuri, Manritani Hikaru and Seiakiin Hina sat down one after another around the square table.

　As soon as she sat down, Qingqiuyuan Hina performed a respectful ceremony to Lin Xuan, and then she said, "Your Majesty, Hina represents the entire Qingqiuyuan family and offers you her utmost loyalty. At the same time, Hina also represents herself and offers her loyalty to Your Majesty. I hope Your Majesty can accept it."

　So~~~ After hearing what Qingqiuyuan Ena said, Lin Xuan almost guessed what Ena was up to this time. Perhaps because Susanoo in the underworld was killed by Lin Xuan, Qingqiuyuan was left without a backer, which made them feel guilty. However, Lin Xuan did not rush to agree to her.

　All I heard him say was, "As long as you can complete the test I give you, I will agree to accept the Qingqiuyuan family and your request."

　"May I ask your Majesty, what is this test?"

　"This test is both simple and difficult." As soon as Lin Xuan finished speaking, a dark red ripple emerged from beside Lin Xuan.

　"Whether you can complete it depends on your own luck."

Chapter 26: "Sword of the Cloud Cloud" and the Test

　"Whether you can complete it depends on your own luck. ⊙Magazine@Insect⊙" As soon as Lin Xuan's voice sounded, a sword with an ancient atmosphere slowly stretched out from the dark red ripples that appeared in the void beside him.

　Raising his hand, he pulled the sword out of the dark red ripples. Lin Xuan did not say anything, but first looked at the treasure that he had searched out from the [Arsenal of the Lord of Weapons].

　A dark red luster shone through the jet-black blade, a manifestation of the indomitable lord's enhancement. A chilling, piercing light shone from the sharp edge, a chill that would daunt anyone. The hilt was branded with ancient patterns, and the hilt and hilt bore the same pattern. The pattern stretched from top to bottom, forming a picture, yet it also resembled a scribbled design, making it impossible to decipher its true meaning.

　In fact, it was not only Lin Xuan who was looking at the sword. After Lin Xuan took out the sword, everyone in the room focused their attention on the sword, especially Qingqiuyuan Hina. When Lin Xuan was talking about the test, 13 took out the sword, so this sword must be closely related to the test he mentioned.

　For some reason, seeing the sword in Lin Xuan's hand reminded her of her beloved sword, the Ame-no-Murakumo Sword. However, as soon as this thought arose, Seiakiin Ena dismissed it. "What's wrong with me? Why am I thinking of the Ame-no-Murakumo Sword when it has already vanished along with the 'grandfather' who returned to mythology?"

　However, just when Ena had just put aside the thought that this sword resembled the Ame Murakumo sword, Lin Xuan suddenly said, "This sword has an interesting name. Do you know what it is? Seiakiin Ena."

　"Eh!?" Ena was obviously stunned by Lin Xuan's sudden question, but she quickly recovered. "Ena didn't know."

　Looking at Hina with a smile, Lin Xuan said softly.

　"——Sword of the Cloud Cloud"

　"!!" Upon hearing Lin Xuan's words, Ena's wine-red eyes narrowed sharply, and the thought she had previously cast aside was rekindled. However, a deep sense of doubt welled up in her heart. Is this the Ame Murakumo sword?! It shouldn't be. After 'Grandpa' gave me the Ame Murakumo sword, I've kept it with me every day. Besides 'Grandpa', I'm afraid few people can surpass me in their understanding of the Ame Murakumo sword.

　Although the sword before me gives me a feeling of the Ame-Kuroku sword, it is definitely not the Ame-Kuroku sword of 'Grandpa'. There is a fundamental difference between the two swords. Why is that?

　"Are you confused? Do you think this Murasakibara Sword is not the same sword as the one you used before? There are essential differences."

　"Yes." Hui'an answered Lin Xuan's question honestly.

　"It's normal to have this feeling, because this Murakumo sword is defeated by that Murakumo sword." Lin Xuan smiled with the corners of his mouth slightly raised.

　"Ah!?" Hui Na looked at Lin Xuan blankly, not understanding what Lin Xuan meant.

　"This sword is not from this world. Perhaps you understand a little better now."

　After Lin Xuan finished speaking, Ena felt her doubts dissipate considerably. Staring intently at the Ame-Kume sword in Lin Xuan's hand, Ena pondered. If this Ame-Kume sword isn't from this world, then it makes sense why it gives me that Ame-Kume sword feeling. However, where did Wang get that sword? And what exactly is he testing me with by holding it out?

　"This sword is the content of the test." As he said this, Lin Xuan threw the sword in his hand into the air. The sword drew a beautiful arc in the air and finally fell into Ena's hands without any error.

　"I'll give you three days to make this sword recognize you. Then you'll pass the test, and the sword will be yours."

　Looking down at the Murakumo sword that fell into her hands, Ena raised her head, and a confident smile appeared on the corners of her mouth. "King, Ena will not let you down."

　After saying this, Hui Na stood up and bowed respectfully to Lin Xuan, saying, "Since I have accepted the King's test, Hui Na dare not waste a single minute of my time. Therefore, Hui Na will take his leave first."

　After saying that, Huian left the living room holding the sword of Ama-no-Murakumo.

　Shortly after Ena left, Lin Xuan suddenly said, "Three days later, the King of Martial Arts and I will meet at the Western Heaven Palace. At the same time, I will release the imprisoned Monkey King, Sun Wukong."

　"!!!" Lin Xuan's explosive news stunned Yuri for a moment, but then her face turned pale. As someone who knew the destructive power of the God Slayers, Yuri knew that if the two God Slayers and the disobedient God fought in the city, it would be a catastrophic disaster for the city that had become a battlefield.

　"Why, why is everything fine..." Looking at Lin Xuan in confusion, Yu Li asked.

　"The Martial Arts King cannot tolerate the Monkey God being the god of his own country..." Next, Lin Xuan told Yuri the general outline of the matter.

　After hearing Lin Xuan's words, Yuri suddenly became quiet. Even the lively Wanli Gu Guang sat quietly in his seat without saying a word.

　"-I understand, but can you promise me that you will try your best to cause as much damage to that city as possible?" Yuri said softly with a slight sigh.