Demon Sword Immortal

"I heard that she killed Tao Xingxuan's attendant in the street before she came in?" Dr. Huang stared at the big screen, looking at Bai Xiangshi with disgust: "That's 'murder in the street'!"

"Let alone a place like the United Nations, even in Luo Hou, in this situation, she would be arrested on the spot and interrogated. And you actually let her continue to participate in the competition?"

What kind of problem is this?

Not only did Zhou Ji behind them sneer, but even Zhou Jing'an frowned secretly.

It's just the death of a servant.

That pig-like creature couldn't see the bigger picture and obediently let Tao Xingxuan use it as a pawn to pave the way for his schemes. Even if it were any other sword-wielding family in that position, let alone Bai Xiang, he wouldn't have fared well.

Even a cornered beast will fight back; that's the point. Pushing someone too hard will only lead to trouble.

"I've heard that there are many cases of people being killed in the street here?"

Dr. Huang didn't stop talking; instead, he continued to ramble on, "All sorts of chaos and rebellion, and every now and then there are inspectors going out to clean up the mess?"

Zhou Jing'an nodded: "The chaos caused by demons in the Great Yu Kingdom is indeed the worst among all the kingdoms."

"That means you've done something bad!" Dr. Huang waved his finger in the air. "Otherwise, why wouldn't the monsters go to other countries? They're all eyeing Yu Kingdom... Heh!"

"I've also heard... that you usually don't report on things like this?"

On the screen, staff members were already handling the body and cleaning the area. Dr. Huang pointed at Bai, who was standing in the middle of the scene, and asked, "For example, in the case of her killing someone in the street, besides the eyewitnesses and those of us with connections, is it possible that no one else would ever know about it?"

Zhou Jing'an nodded again: "That's how it should be."

"That's really wrong!" Dr. Huang shook his head and sighed.

"Oh dear! How feudal, feudal to the extreme!"

"Brother Zhou, you should learn from me and go out to see the world, see the free world outside. I guarantee you won't be able to stay here any longer!"

Zhou Jing'an squinted: "Is that so? But I heard that after Dr. Huang took over the R&D department of 'Qingyun Pharmaceutical', he seems to have implemented some special strategies, including including some controlled drugs in the categories of 'anti-inflammatory drugs' and 'painkillers' for sale to the outside world."

“Lord Zhou, you can’t say that.” Dr. Huang finally became serious and patted his chest: “The reason we do this is actually to alleviate the suffering of the people.”

"At least those medicines were effective, weren't they?"

Even if we take a step back and assume there are some minor side effects, compared to a terminal illness, they are definitely insignificant.

"And the expenses they incur will ultimately become our research funding for other drugs targeting terminal illnesses. In the end, doesn't the benefit still fall on those at the grassroots level?"

Dr. Huang spoke with a resolute expression, and his words were eloquent and logical.

Zhou Jing'an remained smiling and unchanged, but Zhou Ji couldn't help but mutter "shameless" under his breath from behind.

Minor side effects?

Addictive properties, and you call that a minor side effect?

These overseas pharmaceutical companies are resorting to these tricks because they can't bear to give up the skyrocketing revenue.

However, this kind of thing has nothing to do with me.

Zhou Ji crossed his legs.

When Fang Xiaochun first arrived in Qizhou, he also wanted to rectify the chaos here, but how many years has this situation continued?

It's just that they went a bit too far. Under information control, they won't even get any attention, so why should they care so much?

Qingya also holds shares in Qingyun Pharmaceutical, so they get a share of the profits.

"Master Zhou, just watch closely." Dr. Huang was already beaming. "Once our product is launched, all your troubles will be easily solved! Easily solved—I'm not exaggerating, okay?"

“That’s excellent.” Zhou Jing’an nodded with narrowed eyes, then fell silent, and the others all looked at the screen.

After winning the first round, an employee went on stage and asked Bai Xiang his wishes in front of everyone.

There are two options on the big screen: the left is to continue the challenge, and the right is to leave the stage.

Bai Xiang chose the left one without any hesitation.

Suddenly, the option on the screen zoomed in, showing a half-body image of Liu Mengqing, indicating that it was being filmed on location.

The mature woman first raised the corner of her eye, her gaze sweeping across the room with a camera-like flair, as if she were surveying the entire venue.

Only then did she slowly move her red lips and give her evaluation in the manner of an elder.

[Commendable courage.]

I will give you a good 'test'.

"Wow!!!"

"Oh oh oh!!!"

Despite several days of overwhelming publicity, her image is still more deeply ingrained in people's minds than Bai Xiang's.

The first match ended too quickly and wasn't exciting enough; the audience is eagerly anticipating the exciting battles to come.

"Why isn't anyone paying attention to the equipment issue among these people?"

In the family quarters, Bai Leying gritted her teeth and looked around, wishing she could pounce on everyone and bite them to death.

Such obviously high-tech combat suits, yet hardly anyone has any objections?

"It's probably due to regulations."

Bai Zhuqing guessed.

"There is an information gap, so people may think it's just a regular protective suit... This is fine as long as the opponent accepts it, unlike the public opinion surrounding mechanical prosthetics."

Not to mention that the promotional effect over the past few days is similar to advertising. Some flyers have small print explaining that some of the products used by both parties will be sold to lower-level customers later.

“Not only that.” Bai Maoxu muttered while playing on his phone, “Because the difference in combat strength between the two sides is quite large, and public opinion always tends to favor the weak, so Jiang Haoqing, who has only just entered the Dao realm, will receive more support from public opinion, and even if she uses some excessive equipment, it will be understood.”

"Then what about hitting Liu Mengqing?" Bai Leying's eyes widened immediately.

Liu Mengqing's advertised level is far below the Nascent Soul Realm, lower than Bai Xiang's. Doesn't this mean that if she uses high-tech equipment to fight her sister, as long as it's not too exaggerated—like adding two mechanical arms to her shoulders—the public won't be too harsh on her?

"That's just how public opinion is..." Bai Maoxu's eyes reflected the game's light and shadow. "Not to mention that my sister called people trash and bullied others by demolishing other dojos. The more people hope she loses, the more they will speak up for her."

What kind of bizarre and twisted logic is this?

Bai Leying was so angry she almost lost her temper.

That's because others bullied us!

Ugh! When others bully us, you media outlets pretend not to see it, but as soon as this woman fights back, you media outlets start criticizing us?

Outrageous!

They all seem indifferent to Jiang Haojing's death...

The two were bickering, and Bai Zhuqing watched from the sidelines with a sigh.

Although he was a traitor, Jiang Haojing, like Xu Shu, lived in the temple and had spent many years with the Bai family.

When a person dies, it's like a lamp going out; all grudges can be considered wiped clean.

I hope Sister Xiang'er's mood won't be affected...

During the ten-minute intermission, Bai Xiang did not leave the arena. He simply stood on one side of the fencing platform, holding a sword in one hand, with his head slightly lowered and his eyes closed, resting.

The large screen occasionally played sponsored advertisements, and sometimes used a wide-angle lens to film the venue. But most of the time, it was filming Bai Xiang from various angles.

I photograph her outfit, figure, black stockings on her ankles... I especially like to take close-ups of her face.

The footage captured by these professional cameras is extremely detailed. This close-up shooting technique is so precise that even many celebrities wearing makeup can't withstand it, yet no matter how they shoot, they can't capture any flaws in this face.

The real-life shooting is comparable to the special effects of skincare product advertisements; every angle looks like a wallpaper.

This is actually quite astonishing... At first, not many people noticed, but as the close-ups became more frequent and the same shots lasted longer, most people were shocked: Bai Xiang's appearance seemed to be no less impressive than her swordsmanship.

Even more outrageous.

She's even prettier than those theatrical stars.

So, in the remaining few minutes, people started to talk amongst themselves.

"Why send such a talented woman to fight in a life-or-death arena?"

“I also think it’s inappropriate… Let me clarify that I’m not saying this because she’s pretty, but after all, she’s a 17-year-old at the Nascent Soul stage. Shouldn’t she be protected and allowed to grow properly?”

"..." Bai Leying looked constipated.

"..." Bai Zhuqing was similar; she didn't like the camera always focusing on Bai Xiang's face.

Only Bai Maoxu continued playing on his phone, kicking off his sneakers, thoroughly enjoying himself.

Finally, the waiting time ended.

Liu Mengqing, dressed in the same A1 'White Ape' combat suit, first appeared at the edge of the arena and circled around before walking up to the high platform with her sword in hand.

Why did it not elicit as much cheering as expected?

She frowned slightly, and even heard some people accusing her of being uncivilized for wearing protective clothing.

baffling……

At a time like this, who cares about these rules!

"Bitch!"

Zhou Ji gritted his teeth when he saw her appear.

He hoped Liu Mengqing would win, but he would never forgive this woman for playing him for a fool!

What swordsmanship!

They simply don't want to reveal the truth about being modified!

The two-minute countdown reappeared on the big screen.

This is the last preparation time for both sides.

With a clang, Liu Mengqing drew her sword and, like Bai Xiang, threw away her scabbard, walking around to the front of her to observe her.

"I admit, I underestimated you before."

She whispered to Bai Xiang.

“I focused all my attention on Bai Shengju, but I never expected that the abandoned baby he picked up back then could rise to become the biggest mountain in front of me in a short period of time.”

Bai Xiang opened his eyes, slowly raised his head, and faced her, still remaining silent.

“How arrogant.” Liu Mengqing narrowed her eyes. “But you have the right to be arrogant.”

"Not like me."

"The only option is to sell your soul to the Nightmare Demon..."

"what!"

As she spoke with a deep breath, a bloodthirsty demonic aura suddenly spread from her sword, rapidly expanding and enveloping her body. It not only created an extremely condensed whirlwind illusion around her, but also had strands of demonic energy forming willow leaves that fluttered within it.

"The Demon Pool's 'Willow Knife Ant'?"

Bai Shengju, who was watching from backstage, suddenly stood up.

Is this condensation?

How can it be?

"Is such that."

Meanwhile, in the private room, Qi Wang nodded in acknowledgment in the face of everyone's doubts.

"Master Liu has been immersed in the Divine Harmony Realm for many years, and we have only provided some temporary assistance."

"On this basis, Master Liu also underwent enhanced modification with the White Ape Type III Gene Enhancement Fluid, a process that lasted for three years."

The product analyst from the black-collar company smiled slightly: "That last session was just a side event; the main purpose was to collect data."

"This match should not disappoint you gentlemen..."

Squeak—~~~~~!

Before the words were finished, a sharp cry came from the speakers.

Sharp yet not irritating, it's like amplifying the sound of cicadas many times over, forcibly penetrating people's ears and giving them a spiritual and physical baptism.

Looking at the scene again, Bai Xiang also released pink sword energy, which swirled around her body, forming a hazy phantom of the 'Startling Cicada', and the storm made her hair dance wildly.

An uproar erupted in the arena. People stared excitedly at the two opposing phantoms, feeling their blood boiling uncontrollably.

"Riding the wind, Liu Mengqing."