Marrying Wives and Attaining Immortality in a Chaotic World

Chapter 154: The Sword Pavilion

“The Sword Pavilion?

A sword seeker?”

Xu Lian said, “I’ve never heard of it.”

Chen Fei narrowed his eyes, “Are you looking down on the Sword Pavilion, or are you joking with me?”

In truth, it wasn’t that Xu Lian was being pretentious. His knowledge of this world was extremely limited, and there were far too many things he didn’t know.

Xu Lian replied seriously, “I come from the countryside of Green Bamboo Town and only arrived in Pingyang County half a year ago. I know very little about the outside world. I really haven’t heard about the Sword Pavilion. Is it very famous?”

Chen Fei was silent for a moment, then slowly explained, “The Sword Pavilion was founded by the Sword Emperor, who is revered as the Emperor of the Sword Path. The Sword Pavilion is not only famous-it is the ultimate holy land that all sword cultivators aspire to reach.

A Sword Seeker is an emissary sent by the Sword Pavilion to search the world for famous swords.

Anyone who possesses a famous sword can become an honorary disciple of the Sword Pavilion and also has the opportunity to compete for the Sword Emperor’s inheritance, becoming the master of the Sword Pavilion and the new generation Sword Emperor.”

Xu Lian asked puzzled, “Why can only those who possess famous swords become honorary disciples?”

Chen Fei smiled, “Because the Sword Pavilion likes to collect famous swords from all over the world. If an honorary disciple is unfortunate enough to fall during his journey, the famous sword he possesses will belong to the Sword Pavilion.”

Upon hearing this, Xu Lian frowned, “I’m sorry, but this Sword of Destruction is the lifeblood weapon of the founding ancestor of the Jiang family of the Thirteen Clans. It doesn’t belong to me personally, and I have no right to decide its ownership. I cannot become an honorary disciple of the Sword Pavilion.”

Moreover, there was one thing he didn’t mention: what if the Sword Pavilion deliberately assassinated honorary disciples to obtain their swords? That was also a possibility. He wouldn’t fall for such a trap and bring a formidable enemy upon himself.

Chen Fei said, “Don’t be so quick to refuse. Why not listen to the benefits the Sword Pavilion offers its honorary disciples first?”

Xu Lian paused. In truth, he had already lost interest, but it wouldn’t hurt to learn more about the outside world. “Then go ahead.”

Chen Fei explained, “Since the Sword Emperor passed away, the Sword Pavilion has been without a master for a very long time. Finding a suitable successor to become the new Sword Emperor is the Sword Pavilion’s top priority.

As for collecting famous swords, that’s only a secondary goal.

Therefore, the Sword Pavilion will not only not harm its honorary disciples, but also assign each honorary disciple a guardian of great power to protect them as they grow until they become the new Sword Emperor.

Of course, the guardian will only protect the honorary disciple in secret and will not follow their orders. If the honorary disciple wants the guardian to help kill enemies or destroy rival forces, that’s out of the question. The Sword Pavilion does not allow such actions.

In addition to the Guardian, the Sword Pavilion will provide each honorary disciple with a sword attendant, a messenger, and two sword disciples.

The gender of the sword attendant depends on the gender of the honorary disciple. If the honorary student is male, the sword attendant will be female, and vice versa. The sword attendant is responsible for taking care of the honorary disciple’s daily life, including sharing their bed, essentially serving as a Dao companion.

To ensure that the guardian is fully committed to protecting the honorary disciple, the sword attendant is usually a direct descendant of the guardian, thus uniting their interests.

When the honorary disciple eventually becomes the master of the Sword Pavilion, the sword attendant will naturally become the wife of the pavilion master, and the guardian will become an elder of the Sword Pavilion, creating a shared benefit.

The Sword Seeker will become your messenger. For example, since I, as a Sword Seeker, found you, the owner of the Sword of Destruction, if you become an honorary disciple of the Sword Pavilion, I will become your messenger, responsible for delivering messages between you and the Sword Pavilion.

The two sword disciples are the external disciples of the Sword Pavilion. The selection of the external disciples is also very strict. Only those from families within the Sword Pavilion’s territory whose backgrounds are known can become outer disciples, which ensures their trustworthiness.

If an honorary disciple unfortunately falls, the two sword disciples must accompany them in death.

If the two sword disciples dare to betray the honorary disciple, the Sword Pavilion will wipe out their entire family.

If the honorary disciple eventually becomes the master of the Sword Pavilion, the two sword disciples will become the left and right protectors of the Sword Pavilion, and their families will also be elevated.

This is a relationship where everyone rises or falls together.”

Xu Lian listened in silence and was truly tempted.

As an honorary disciple of the Sword Pavilion, he would gain a guardian of great power – essentially a “bodyguard”. In this dangerous world, it would be like a lifeline.

As for the Sword Attendant, she would be a direct descendant of the Guardian, likely beautiful and highly talented… though he wasn’t sure about her favorability.

The two sword disciples would essentially be two absolutely loyal guards, as their lives and the fate of their families were tied to the honorary disciple.

The only “inheritance” the honorary disciple would have to part with-and not even all of it, just a portion-was the famous sword.

If the disciple were to die in an accident, what good would a famous sword be to a dead person? Giving it to the Sword Pavilion wouldn’t be a big deal.

Seeing Xu Lian’s silence, Chen Fei knew he was tempted and smiled, “So? Interested in adding a ‘get out of death free’ card to your growth?”

Suddenly, Xu Lian struck out with his palm and golden energy erupted and rushed towards Chen Fei’s face.

Chen Fei was startled and raised his arms to block the attack.

With a bang, Chen Fei was pushed back several steps, shattering the tea table behind him.

Xu Lian looked at the golden energy swirling around Chen Fei’s arms, narrowing his eyes. “Transformation Strength 3rd Stage. For someone so young, your strength is truly impressive. In the entire Taizhou Prefecture, only a few of the younger generation could match you.”

Chen Fei shook his numb arms and smiled wryly, “As expected of a famous sword holder, a true standout among the younger generation. At Transformation Strength 3rd Stage, I already surpass most of my peers, yet I’m still no match for you. You haven’t even gone all the way, have you?”

Mutual flattery… Xu Lian glared at him, “If I become an honorary disciple of the Sword Pavilion, you’ll be my messenger. The guardian, the sword attendant, and the two sword disciples will all have their interests tied to mine. What about you?”

Chen Fei replied, “I’m just a messenger, responsible for delivering messages between you and the Sword Pavilion. There is no close relationship, so there is no need to tie our interests together.”

Xu Lian said indifferently, “But I want to know, what is your status in the Sword Pavilion?”

Chen Fei replied, “I am an inner disciple of the Sword Pavilion. All the sword seekers sent out by the Sword Pavilion are internal disciples.”

Xu Lian asked, “How can I believe that you’re really an inner disciple of the Sword Pavilion? And how can I trust that everything you’ve said is true?”

Chen Fei took out a sword-shaped token, “This is the identity token of an inner disciple of the Sword Pavilion. Although tokens can be forged, the main point is that no one dares to impersonate a Sword Seeker of the Sword Pavilion. Anyone who does will be relentlessly hunted down by the Sword Pavilion. Even people from the highest ranks wouldn’t do such a thing-it’s not worth offending the Sword Pavilion.

As for the benefits the Sword Pavilion offers to honorary disciples, it’s no secret. It’s common knowledge. You can ask anyone who knows about it.”

Xu Lian casually took out a silver ingot, paid the bill, and left: “I’ll think about it. I’ll give you an answer by this afternoon at the latest.”

Chen Fei nodded with a smile, “Alright, I’ll wait for your answer here in this teahouse.”