Li Ninth Master is a renowned swordsmith and a well-known sword enthusiast in the Huaxia Ancient Martial Realm. His expertise in appraising swords can be said to have reached the pinnacle. If he claims to be second, no one would dare claim to be first! But now, Li Ninth Master's sudden change in expression made Ye Tianfan's heart sink abruptly.

Li Ninth Master's rough hands gently caressed the scabbard of the Soulkeeper Sword, his expression growing increasingly solemn. He did not draw the sword, nor did he have any intention of doing so. To appraise a famous sword without drawing it, being a sword enthusiast yet not looking at the blade, only touching the scabbard; his face showed a trace of emotion before he spoke, "This is a real sword!"

With the development of the times, the era of cold weapons has long ended. Previously, swords were used for killing, but now they have become playthings for the public. Even the famous Longquan Sword has become a decoration in the living rooms of rich merchants. A famous swordsmith like Li Ninth Master has, with the passage of time, also become a sword-making businessman. Though every sword he forges is a masterpiece, capable of cutting hair with a mere blow, they are always treated by the wealthy as ornamental pieces. Some are bought to be placed in company lobbies, others hang on office walls. The sword has long lost its original meaning.

"Alas..." With a sigh, Li Ninth Master slowly placed the Soulkeeper Sword back onto the coffee table.

Li Ninth Master, a sword enthusiast who has always been unable to part with swords, now put it down, which surprised Ye Tianfan. He quickly asked, "Li Ninth Master, what about this sword?"

Then, Li Ninth Master, with a somber face, looked at Ye Tianfan and said in a deep voice, "Do not say you can't pull this sword out; even if you could, you must not!"

Ye Tianfan frowned and asked, "Why?"

Li Ninth Master couldn't help but glance again at the Soulkeeper Sword on the coffee table and said solemnly, "A sword is inherently neutral, it depends on who uses it, but the sword before you is different. It is an evil sword! It has drunk too much blood and killed too many people; it is an ancient sword passed down from ancient times, and only the owner of this sword can pull it out."

After speaking, Li Ninth Master sighed heavily, looked at Ye Tianfan, and said, "Just like your Ye Family's Willow Leaf Saber, in the hands of the Ye Family, it can be wielded perfectly and will not feel uncomfortable at all. But if someone else were to use it— not to mention wielding it— even touching it would result in the cold invading their body. Those with strong skills might endure for a while, but the weaker ones might die on the spot."

After Li Ninth Master finished speaking, he slowly stood up. Although there was a trace of reluctance in his eyes, he restrained himself from looking at the Soulkeeper Sword on the coffee table, and said, "Alright, I've seen the sword, no regrets, I'll be going now."

As Li Ninth Master was about to leave, Ye Tianfan quickly said, "Li Ninth Master, wait, I have a favor to ask."

"Asking me?" Li Ninth Master stopped and was stunned for a moment. Turning around, he looked at Ye Tianfan and said, "What matters could the Young Master Ye, such a noble figure from the Ye Family, require me for?"

Ye Tianfan laughed and said, "This matter can truly only be accomplished by you."

Li Ninth Master frowned and said, "Then tell me."

"This Soulkeeper Sword seems powerful, but if it can't be drawn, it's just a piece of scrap metal, at most an antique. I hope Li Ninth Master can inform friends in the Ancient Martial Realm about this sword, so they don't end up fighting over it! The Huaxia Ancient Martial Realm must not fall into chaos!"

In the Ancient Martial Realm, Li Ninth Master is a renowned sword-smith. Though his personal martial skills are average, his appraisal of famous swords is top-notch in the current era! Perhaps if Li Ninth Master spoke of other matters, people might not believe him, but no one would doubt his sword appraisals! As long as he mentions this sword in the Ancient Martial Realm, I believe most of the friends in the Ancient Martial Realm will no longer think about going after this sword.

Upon hearing Ye Tianfan's words, Li Ninth Master's face darkened as he said, "You don't need to tell me; I would do that anyway! Our Huaxia Ancient Martial Realm cannot fight amongst ourselves, letting foreign forces laugh at us!"

Ye Tianfan quickly bowed to Li Ninth Master and said, "Li Ninth Master, your understanding is admirable. A junior like me is truly impressed."

"Enough with the pleasantries, you rascal! I remember all the ways you teased me just now!" With those words, Li Ninth Master glanced at Qin Ruomeng and said, "Alright, precious nights are valuable, I won't delay your special time. I'm leaving!"

"I'll see you off."

"No need!" Li Ninth Master waved his hand, already reaching the villa's doorway, but suddenly stopped.

"Does Li Ninth Master have any other advice?" Ye Tianfan asked.

At this moment, Li Ninth Master's face was filled with a somber expression. He slowly turned his head, looking at Ye Tianfan, his gaze heavy as he glanced again at the Soulkeeper Sword on the coffee table, and said, "A reminder, this evil sword has drunk too much blood and carries too much ominous energy. No matter who ultimately draws it, they will not meet with a good end!"

Not meet with a good end!

Li Ninth Master's words, along with his somber expression and heavy gaze, made Ye Tianfan's heart quiver sharply. No wonder Li Ninth Master told him that even if he could draw the sword, he shouldn't; this was the reason! Watching Li Ninth Master's departing figure, Ye Tianfan silently uttered a word of thanks in his heart.

However, just as Li Ninth Master had left the villa, and had not gone far, Qin Ruomeng's slightly angry voice came from behind Ye Tianfan: "Ye Tianfan! You were so high and mighty just now! Ordering me around like a servant!"

Upon hearing this, Ye Tianfan slightly turned around, raised an eyebrow, and said, "Really? Didn't I just ask you to pour some tea? Is that what you call high and mighty?"

In the conversation, Ye Tianfan plopped down on the sofa, crossed his legs, and said, "You can't handle just pouring some tea? If you were to marry me, you'd have a lot to deal with! Women of the Ye Family are all gentle and elegant, speak appropriately, and follow the three obediences and four virtues; supporting the husband and raising children are just the basics."

As Ye Tianfan spoke, a mischievous grin spread across his face. He even raised his hand to roll up his pant leg, looking mischievously at Qin Ruomeng, and said, "Go, fetch me a basin of water to soak my feet."

"You…" Qin Ruomeng gritted her silver teeth, her eyes filled with anger as she stared at Ye Tianfan. She was the eldest miss of the Qin Family, how could she do such a thing! Washing Ye Tianfan's feet! This was outrageous!

Seeing Qin Ruomeng so angry that she was clenching her silver teeth, Ye Tianfan felt immensely amused. Sitting on the sofa with his legs crossed, he raised an eyebrow and, with a mischievous smile playing on his lips, looked at Qin Ruomeng and said, "Why are you still standing here? Hurry up, aren't you always mentioning the marriage contract? Today, I'll teach you what it means to be a wife."

Qin Ruomeng was fuming internally. Didn't you ask me to fetch water? Fine, just you wait! With a flash of temper passing through her beautiful eyes, her lips curved slightly as she suddenly daintily formed a lotus gesture, just like a singing opera actress, and said, "Alright, wait there, I shall go fetch water."

Ye Tianfan raised an eyebrow and said, "Now that's obedient!"

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