Zombie Bodyguard

Chapter 1898 - 1895: Keep Getting Struck

After being struck by lightning just now, he discovered a pattern: as long as he climbs higher than the height of the courtyard wall, the mist will start to rise in the sky, followed by a lightning strike. In other words, the space below the height of the courtyard wall is safe, at least for now.

"Master, master, great news, the Heavenly Tribulation Sword has changed again..." The Sword Spirit shouted excitedly in the mind, lacking the demeanor of the Sword of the King: "It’s truly amazing, this is a sword that grows!"

"Nonsense, we used so many treasures when forging it, of course it’s powerful." Lin Tian was also very proud, he contributed to the creation of the Heavenly Tribulation Sword. At least besides being a pharmacist, he gained another profession as a swordsmith, albeit at an elementary level.

Lin Tian could also sense the joyful excitement of the Heavenly Tribulation Sword; it craved more lightning energy, worthy of the name "Heavenly Tribulation," as it feeds on heavenly thunder.

He circled the ancient tree again, selected a position, and climbed up. Once he exceeded the height of the courtyard wall, there was a loud crash, and a lightning bolt as thick as an arm struck down.

This time he was more familiar with the process, raising his hand in advance, the bracelet once again absorbed the lightning, and he was struck down again.

They say being struck by lightning is unlucky, but now Lin Tian wants to say, "Damn, this is exhilarating, let the thunder come even fiercer!" As soon as he recovers, he climbs the tree again, continuing to be struck down by lightning repeatedly; it’s uncertain how many times he’s been hit.

Zhang Ruyan and Zhang Heyuan from the Observatory were completely dumbfounded, their faces transitioning from amused to surprised, shocked, then numb, and now expressionless. At this point, they couldn’t express the tumult in their hearts.

"I must be seeing things..." Zhang Heyuan wiped away the drool that flowed from having his mouth open for too long, muttering softly.

"You might be seeing things, but I’m not. You were right; Lin Tian is a freak..." Zhang Ruyan thought for a long time, unable to find the right words to describe him, gifted? Not enough. Genius? Too low. After much thought, only the word freak seemed fitting.

A loud crash woke the two up; Lin Tian was lying on the ground again. However, this time the sensation seemed different. The tingling on his body was several times greater than before. Blinding arcs wandered across his body, more intense and brighter than before.

"What’s going on? Why is the lightning energy so much stronger?" Lin Tian questioned motionlessly, unable to move.

"Master, the lightning energy hasn’t changed; it’s just that the Heavenly Tribulation Sword has reached full capacity. So now, the lightning strikes are landing directly on the Master." The Sword Spirit explained.

"Why didn’t you say so earlier..." Lin Tian was speechless. This guy is energy-sensitive, so if it says it’s full, it should be right, especially since it’s the Sword Spirit of the Heavenly Tribulation Sword.

"Uh, this King got a bit too excited and overlooked it..." The Sword Spirit defended itself quietly.

Lin Tian had a helpless expression, but he seemed to have gotten a bit too excited as well. Suddenly, a question emerged in his mind: "Why did the Heavenly Tribulation Sword reach full capacity?"

The Sword Spirit seemed to ponder for a moment before answering: "I’m not quite sure; I’ve never encountered this situation before. Perhaps at the current quality level of the Heavenly Tribulation Sword, it can only absorb so much."

"Such a pity..." Lin Tian expressed regret as the tingling on his body pulled him back to reality. To be honest, being struck by lightning doesn’t feel good.

The arcs were recklessly drilling around. It’s uncertain whether the arcs went crazy or if this time the lightning energy was larger. After wreaking havoc on the surface for a while, they unexpectedly began to penetrate into the internal organs.

The tingling pain escalated as if countless small knives were cutting through the organs. One lightning energy inconveniently drilled into the Dantian.

Suddenly, the whole world seemed to quiet down. A surge of irresistible icy energy rushed from the depths of the Dantian, swept through Lin Tian’s entire body, his internal organs, limbs, and bones. All lightning energy was instantly frozen, unable to wreak any more havoc.

"Damn, here we go again..." Lin Tian shouted inwardly.

Hidden within the Dantian is Taiyin Xuan Qi, but it rarely erupts, unless provoked or under special circumstances. The invasion of lightning energy into the Dantian was clearly seen as provocation.

The eruption of Taiyin Xuan Qi quickly subdued the lightning energy. If asked what the most violent energy in the world is, lightning would definitely be counted among them. Human technology has yet to tame lightning.

But in the face of Taiyin Xuan Qi, lightning energy becomes as timid as a harmless lamb. But there are two places Taiyin Xuan Qi didn’t touch: the fire power in the Mud Pill Palace between his eyebrows and, surprisingly to Lin Tian, the Ksitigarbha Order.

Indeed, Taiyin Xuan Qi didn’t touch the Ksitigarbha Order either. As for why, Lin Tian has no clue.

The Sword Spirit, being an energy body, could potentially be frozen or devoured by Taiyin Xuan Qi. Therefore, when Taiyin Xuan Qi erupted, it was scared half to death.

Yet, it didn’t perish because Taiyin Xuan Qi didn’t freeze it—instead, it drifted near the Ksitigarbha Order. The Sword Spirit thus survives crammed between two titans, behaving honestly, not daring to move.

Lin Tian felt equally helpless, his body containing both the fire power, the Ksitigarbha Order, and Taiyin Xuan Qi. None of them are congenial. Sometimes he wonders if they started fighting, would they blow up his body?

Perhaps there wouldn’t even be a chance to explode, just instantly scatter to the wind, soul shattered into pieces.

Thankfully, Taiyin Xuan Qi comes swiftly; after sweeping through, it retreats quickly to the depths of the Dantian, disappearing without a trace. As for the lightning energy, it has long been completely devoured.

"Scared the hell out of this King, so damn terrifying..." With Taiyin Xuan Qi gone, the Sword Spirit began yelling, genuinely shaken, not pretending.

"Master, your body is simply the most terrifying place in all the world; if this continues, I fear this King’s life won’t be preserved." The Sword Spirit spoke with great dread.

Lin Tian jumped up, dusting off, indifferent: "What are you afraid of? As long as I’m here, you’ll be alright. By the way, you used to be the Sword of the King, renowned, following King Arthur to open lands and conquer. Do you still resemble the Sword of the King now?"

"Sealed for centuries, most of the heroic spirit has long been worn away. Besides, without life, what use is glory? What’s more, this King was born with difficulty, so cherishes the life bestowed by heaven." The Sword Spirit said with full righteousness, showing no shame.

"You’re just a bunch of energy, talking about life." Lin Tian laughed heartily, realizing this guy can be serious at times.

"Having soul consciousness is life; having no soul consciousness, even if you look human, you’re just walking dead." The Sword Spirit said philosophically, sounding like a thinker.

Lin Tian paused, then smiled: "If you understand this, it shows you’re truly alive."

"So, shouldn’t the master leave this forsaken place, let’s go find a way out." The Sword Spirit said in a very mischievous tone, proving that elegance doesn’t last long.