Zombie Bodyguard

Chapter 1918 - 1915: Thunder Pearls

Lin Tian recently received several tokens. The token from Tang Banqing of Qingshuang Pavilion allows him to pass unimpeded through the outer pavilion. Then there’s the token from Ling Zishan, the Pavilion Master, which reportedly permits visits to Langya Pavilion. Langya Pavilion is even more mysterious than Qingshuang Pavilion, not just anyone can go there.

The most impressive is the Ksitigarbha Order, the token of Ksitigarbha. It has helped Lin Tian at crucial moments, possessing great power. However, its power doesn’t seem to be in attack, but in passive defense.

Now he received Zhang Heyuan’s token; Lin Tian had to admit he seemed destined to have a lot to do with tokens.

Zhang Heyuan waved his hand generously and said, "No need to thank me. Besides your relationship with my disciple Lingyu, I personally hold you in high regard. You are rebellious and unruly, quite reminiscent of my youthful style."

The old man began to boast about himself like Huang Po selling her melons again, making Lin Tian’s head spin. The people of the Zhang Family really do have vibrant personalities.

"Haha, let’s not dwell on past glories. I’ve given you the token, so enjoy your stay on the mountain for a few more days. I’m heading back." Zhang Heyuan laughed heartily, feeling no awkwardness at all, then turned and left with an air of flair.

But as he was leaving, the old man turned back to ask, "Did Lingyu really not come?"

Lin Tian blinked, calmly responding, "That’s something you should ask her."

The old man shook his head and left, mumbling to himself, "Did I really see it wrong? Ah, I’m truly getting old..."

Lin Tian couldn’t care less about what the old man was mumbling. He quickly closed the guest room door, then ran to open the bedroom door, where two great beauties were hiding. These two young ladies were not easy to deal with.

Unexpectedly, the two "ladies" weren’t having the "war" Lin Tian imagined, but were instead holding hands, chatting intimately. However, there was a barrier keeping the conversation inaudible, though both women’s fair cheeks were reddened.

Seeing Lin Tian enter, Zhang Ruyan raised her hand to dismantle the barrier, and the two women simultaneously rolled their eyes at him.

"What, surprised we aren’t doubting each other or fighting?" Zhang Ruyan smiled lightly.

"Uh, I am a bit surprised," Lin Tian confessed truthfully.

"My sisterly bond with Lingyu is not something trivial that could be affected," Zhang Ruyan stated with certainty.

"I understand. In your most difficult times, Lingyu must have stood by your side, offering you great support. The bond of sisters in adversity is the deepest," Lin Tian remarked solemnly.

The two women were stunned, then softened their gazes toward Lin Tian. Zhang Ruyan smiled and said, "Lingyu has good reason to fancy you."

"Sister Ruyan, what are you saying? Who fancies him? That rogue and rascal, I certainly don’t fancy him," Zhang Lingyu hurriedly defended, her pretty face blushing.

"If you don’t fancy him, why come to his room in the middle of the night?" Zhang Ruyan asked with a merry smile.

Zhang Lingyu retorted, "Didn’t you also come to his room?"

"You know, I came to strengthen the talisman, just in case your man gets into trouble," Zhang Ruyan continued to tease without any regard, despite Lin Tian being right in front of her.

Zhang Lingyu gave Lin Tian a fierce look, then pointed a finger: "First, he’s not my man. If Sister Ruyan wants him, take him. Second, I’m also here to strengthen the talisman. Third... I haven’t thought of a third yet."

"Lingyu, it seems you’ve improved a lot in meditation and can enhance my talisman, so I’m relieved. But I won’t take your man, you two carry on talking." With a teasing remark, Zhang Ruyan left gracefully.

"Haha, your master is quite something, absolutely unabashed," Lin Tian chuckled, seeing even the proud Beautiful Sky Master caught off guard.

Zhang Lingyu rolled her eyes at him again, "Don’t get any ideas, Sister Ruyan was speaking nonsense."

"Alright, I won’t think about it. I’m curious, what were you discussing just now?" Lin Tian’s curiosity was genuine, given how flushed their faces were.

"That’s our girl talk. Why would a grown man want to know so much? Now, just hold out your hand, we need to get down to business." Zhang Lingyu put her hands on her hips, looking as if she would discipline him if he spoke out of line.

While Lin Tian found it amusing, he chose not to pursue it further. A man can be curious, but asking too much leads to being despised by women. He extended his hand again, and Zhang Lingyu fell silent, beginning to write something in his palm.

Finally, the beautiful Heavenly Master formed a hand seal, muttering incantations under her breath. Lin Tian’s palm glowed, revealing a complex rune. Both the rune and glow quickly faded away, leaving no trace.

"Alright. Be careful at the Zhang Family. Don’t fall for the Great Elder’s tricks; if your identity is exposed, you won’t leave the Zhang Family." Zhang Lingyu earnestly reminded him.

Although the little girl’s words were still sharp, Lin Tian felt warmth in his heart. However, perhaps unable to bear Lin Tian’s semi-naked attire, the Beautiful Sky Master left soon after enhancing the talisman.

Closing the door again, the guest room finally quieted down, and Lin Tian let out a long sigh of relief.

"Master is indeed charming; even the Beautiful Sky Master is captivated by you, just like how many noble maidens and ladies adored King Arthur back then." The Sword Spirit seemed to either jest or genuinely praise.

"Enough nonsense. We didn’t come to Zhang Family to chase women. Let’s check out what we’ve gained this time." Lin Tian told it to be quiet, then sat in his chair, directing his spiritual sense into the metal bracelet.

With a penetrating gaze, he passed through heavy mist to find a void space before him. This is the internal space of the Heavenly Tribulation Sword, though the principle behind its formation is unknown. Anyway, it can store energy.

Previously, this space was pitch black; however, at this moment, it was dotted with countless "stars," radiating light like a universe full of stars.

Of course, these were not real "stars" but lightning beads, formed by the Sword Spirit compressing lightning energy into energy beads.

Despite their small size, each lightning bead contained enormous energy. The Sword Spirit had made significant contributions this time. These lightning beads slowly released energy, which was then absorbed by the Heavenly Tribulation Sword.

Previously, the Heavenly Tribulation Sword was in a saturated state, so it could only absorb energy slowly now, which already made Lin Tian very satisfied.

When the Heavenly Tribulation Sword was first forged and emerged, Tang Banqing said it is a growth-type treasure. Only now did Lin Tian truly understand how powerful this growth characteristic is, as it doesn’t need to be reforged to grow stronger.

Unlike the Situ family’s Qixue Sword, which requires finding the Ice Soul and a master swordsmith to reforge to improve its quality, a cumbersome process. In comparison, the growth of the Heavenly Tribulation Sword is superior by far.

With a thought, Lin Tian made the Heavenly Tribulation Sword materialize in his hand, swinging it toward the vase on the table. The blade faintly flickered with purple electric light!