37: Zhenwu Sword, a gift from a good brother

Hearing Jiang Yuxi's words, Bai Xuan's eyes also changed.

"Three thousand yuan, you had someone custom-make a Zhenwu Sword?"

In the anime, Zhang Daokui's sword is the Zhenwu Sword.

Its prototype is the sword of Emperor Zhenwu.

Emperor Zhenwu, also known as Heavenly Lord of Demon Subjugation, Ancestor of Gratitude, Ancestor with Disheveled Hair, etc., is a famous and revered deity in Taoism.

His status is extremely noble, and his sword, named Zhenwu Sword, is also called the Northern Black Chi Gun Horn Demon-Slaying Heroic Sword, symbolizing his divine office as the Heavenly Lord of Demon Subjugation.

This sword is revered as the "Ancestor of Chinese Swords" and possesses the divine power to deter demons and monsters in the three realms.

"Of course."

"Good Brother, I know you're interested in swords, so I specifically had someone customize a Zhenwu Sword for you."

"The sword is seven chi and two cun long, corresponding to the seventy-two micro-seasons; it weighs twenty-four jin, corresponding to the twenty-four solar terms; and it is four cun and eight fen wide, symbolizing the four seasons and eight festivals, integrating astronomical calendars and embodying the Taoist philosophy of the unity of heaven and humanity."

"The sword's pommel features an embossed image of Emperor Zhenwu, symbolizing the suppression of evil."

"The sword guard is engraved with Xuanwu patterns and an Eight Trigrams diagram, complemented by plum, orchid, bamboo, chrysanthemum, and pine motifs, symbolizing the character of a gentleman."

"Made from alloy steel, it's forged a thousand times and hand-polished; the scabbard is painted with cinnabar lacquer, possessing both artistic and evil-warding functions."

"How is it? You like it, right!"

Jiang Yuxi answered Bai Xuan's question while taking the Zhenwu Sword out of her suitcase.

Upon seeing the Zhenwu Sword, Bai Xuan's eyes lit up; the sword was simply too cool and perfectly matched his aesthetic.

Moreover, Bai Xuan knew that although this sword was not sharpened, it would definitely be a good weapon once sharpened, much stronger than the Longquan sword he used.

After all, his Longquan sword cost less than three hundred, while this Zhenwu Sword was worth three thousand.

Although there was some premium, there was a huge difference between the two.

A complex look flashed in his eyes; Bai Xuan knew what his Good Brother meant.

She didn't like swords, so since she bought it and placed it in front of him, it was naturally a gift for him.

This gift was truly thoughtful.

"Jiang Yuxi, you are truly my Good Brother."

"Alright, I'll COS with you."

"Good, good, good, I knew my Good Brother wouldn't refuse me."

Jiang Yuxi showed a brilliant smile; ever since she had the intention of "keeping the good stuff within the family," she had put a lot of thought into making all these preparations.

Just as Bai Xuan understood her, she also understood Bai Xuan; she knew what Bai Xuan was interested in and how to make Bai Xuan unable to refuse.

Sure enough, she succeeded.

An hour passed quickly, and after the two got off the car, Jiang Yuxi took a taxi directly to the hotel.

She needed to put away her suitcase, and also wanted Bai Xuan to change into his COS costume, and give him a light makeup application.

Looking at the Zhenwu Sword in his hand, Bai Xuan naturally wouldn't refuse his Good Brother's arrangement.

So Bai Xuan changed into Zhang Daokui's COS costume, which was a black and gold Taoist robe, embroidered with Tai Chi Eight Trigrams, sun, moon, and stars, gods, ghosts, and spiritual snakes... it looked exquisite, magnificent, imposing, and noble.

Wearing this Taoist robe, Bai Xuan already greatly resembled Zhang Daokui, that immortal-like and divine-looking Wudang Taoist master, that peerless True Man whose sword dominated the world.

Sitting in front of Bai Xuan, Jiang Yuxi looked closely at his face.

Although the features were still the same, there were many subtle differences, making him look so harmonious and perfect.

And his skin, it was simply too good, like ice and jade, flawless.

Especially his eyes, clearly black and white, clear yet profound, as if containing infinite attraction.

Just looking at him like this, Jiang Yuxi couldn't help but be mesmerized.

Why was her Good Brother so handsome?

It really made people unable to resist!

And did this face really need makeup?

She felt that her Good Brother was Zhang Daokui even without makeup, perhaps even more handsome than Zhang Daokui.

The real person was even more handsome and perfect than the character in the anime.

This was truly... too outrageous!

Seeing Jiang Yuxi's expression, Bai Xuan knew why she hadn't made a move yet.

"If you don't know how to do it, just forget it."

"Anyway, I'm handsome enough without makeup."

"With your makeup skills, putting makeup on me might just make me look uglier."

Bai Xuan said in a relaxed tone.

After hearing Bai Xuan's words, Jiang Yuxi paused and then realized.

Smiling awkwardly, she replied:

"That's true."

"My makeup skills are too poor."

"I'll practice more before I do your makeup."

"And Good Brother, your face is truly too authoritative; I thought for a long time and still don't know how to do it."

"Your bare face is already perfect, and I even think Good Brother, you are more handsome than those top male stars."

"In this internet era... Good Brother, don't study biology anymore; just become an internet celebrity or a star. I believe you will definitely become famous and achieve financial freedom."

"I have no interest in being an internet celebrity or a star, and I don't want to become famous."

"As for financial freedom... I certainly want it, but I feel that having enough money is fine... so I don't need too much money. If it's just to earn a little, I might be able to easily earn it through many methods."

"For example, finding a rich woman and then being a kept man who still calls the shots?"

Jiang Yuxi said jokingly.

Looking at Jiang Yuxi, Bai Xuan knew that this joke carried a bit of truth; she really wanted him to be a kept man who still called the shots.

"It's not impossible, I guess."

Bai Xuan smiled and didn't continue the topic.

But Jiang Yuxi was already imagining her future romantic life of being a kept man who still called the shots by her Good Brother, Bai Xuan.

Her heart was pounding!

But soon, Jiang Yuxi also realized.

Haste makes waste; she couldn't rush. She had to take it slowly; her Good Brother wouldn't run away.

"Good Brother, I think with a face like yours, you'll definitely find a rich woman in the future who is willing to let you be a kept man who still calls the shots."

"As for now, it's getting late, and we should head out."

"Oh, okay, let's go, let's go."

"Speaking of which, how about we eat something first?"

"Definitely."

"I've checked; the food at comic conventions is usually expensive and bad. Let's grab something quick nearby, then browse the convention in the afternoon, and have an all-you-can-eat wagyu dinner tonight."

"Sounds good."

"As expected of you, my Good Brother, this plan is perfect!"

"Of course!"

"There's a beef bone noodle place nearby that's incredibly delicious."

"It's spicy and numbing, fresh and fragrant. Let's go try it."

"Sounds good."

Soon, the two arrived at the shop.

It must be said that Jiang Yuxi's plan was very reliable.

The beef bone noodles at this place were indeed delicious.

With the increase in his attributes and the bonuses from numerous skills, Bai Xuan's physique had long become extraordinary, and his appetite was constantly growing.

Fortunately, he had the Bloodthirst skill, which allowed Bai Xuan to absorb a large amount of energy and nutrients from extraordinary blood.

Otherwise, Bai Xuan would truly need to eat an entire cow to feel full.

However, even though he had already drunk half a bottle of extraordinary blood in the morning.

Bai Xuan still ate five bowls of beef bone noodles for this meal.

Because it was indeed delicious.