61: Xia Kingdom Divine Soldiers

Everyone's vision blurred, and they suddenly realized the shield had been split in two.

Looking at the smooth cross-section, which was at least five or six millimeters thick—could an ancient sword really cleave through this?

Everyone was stunned, staring at the nine dragons precious sword in Qin Yun's hand with looks of disbelief.

If Qin Yun claimed the nine dragons precious sword was a divine artifact, they would believe him now.

Even the most advanced cold weapons forged today couldn't achieve such an effect; only weapons forged by the gods in legends could be this sharp!

Seeing the dumbfounded crowd, Qin Yun let out a disdainful sneer.

"Can any other weapon achieve this?"

"Only legendary divine weapons possess such power. This is Xia Country's divine artifact, the nine dragons precious sword!"

Qin Yun had absolute confidence in this legendary divine weapon.

When he slashed the shield, it had actually felt smooth as silk.

Before the nine dragons precious sword, the solid steel shield was like paper; it took very little effort to split it in two.

Hearing Qin Yun's confident interrogation, everyone finally snapped out of it.

They didn't feel the slightest bit of anger; this precious sword surpassed everyone's imagination.

Their racing hearts couldn't calm down for a long time.

Only then did they remember.

Were they seeing a legendary divine weapon right now?

With such a legendary weapon right before their eyes, everyone's breathing grew heavy, and they desperately wanted the nine dragons precious sword in Qin Yun's hand.

"This is the nine dragons precious sword; a weapon this sharp cannot be faked!"

"Is the nine dragons precious sword for sale? I'm willing to offer three million!"

"Three million is an insult to the nine dragons precious sword! I'll offer five million!"

"Xia Country's legendary divine weapons are truly miraculous. It could easily cut such a thick shield in two; I wonder where the limit of the nine dragons precious sword lies?"

"If what the Eastern Kid says is true, and it can cut through iron like butter, then this sword is a priceless treasure that cannot be measured by money!"

...Seeing the miraculous nature of the nine dragons precious sword, everyone couldn't help but wonder what it would be like if the sword were in their own hands.

Would they be reluctant to use the nine dragons precious sword to chop steel?

If it were used to research new materials or displayed in a museum to sell tickets...

...it would bring immense profit and fame.

Everyone felt even more regretful now—why hadn't they been the ones to buy this warehouse?

If the nine dragons precious sword were in their hands, it would be a fortune that could prosper an entire family!

Qin Yun shook his head and carefully placed the nine dragons precious sword into a temporary scabbard.

"The nine dragons precious sword is a national treasure of Xia Country. There is no way I will sell it!"

For a treasure of this level, the right path was to place it in a Xia Country museum for the people of Xia to observe and study. How could Qin Yun sell the nine dragons precious sword to foreigners for a bit of money?

Hearing Qin Yun's decisive words, everyone felt extremely disappointed!

But it was understandable; who would just hand over such a treasure to someone else?

Everyone's eyes were fixed on the nine dragons precious sword; they knew this might be their last chance to see such a treasure.

Arnold had already anticipated Qin Yun's abilities.

But even he hadn't expected the nine dragons precious sword Qin Yun found in the warehouse to be this powerful.

He even had the audacity to use such an incredibly precious sword to hack a shield.

He admired Qin Yun's decisive judgment even more.

News of Qin Yun finding a peerless divine sword in a warehouse spread quickly.

Although the auction was held at the port, a large crowd still came, wanting to see the miraculous nine dragons precious sword.

Many reporters and councilmen also came flocking, each with their own motives.

By the time Qin Yun and Julia came out with the nine dragons precious sword, a large crowd had already gathered at the entrance.

Seeing the sea of people blocking all the roads, Qin Yun knew it would be difficult for him to leave.

Seeing the temporary press conference area set up by the auction organizers, he gave a helpless smile and walked straight to the microphone.

"You can ask anything about the nine dragons precious sword, but make it quick. We need to head back as soon as possible."

Promoting the nine dragons precious sword was a way to spread Xia Country's culture, and in this regard, Qin Yun never refused.

He wanted these ignorant Americans to realize how formidable Xia Country was.

It wasn't like what the mainstream media portrayed; in many aspects, Xia Country was number one in the world.

The reporters were very pleased to see Qin Yun being so cooperative. They took several photos before starting their questions.

"Excuse me, Mr. Qin, is the nine dragons precious sword really as powerful as you say?"

"What are your plans for the nine dragons precious sword?"

"How do you feel about obtaining the nine dragons precious sword in a Warehouse Auction?"

...In the face of the reporters' enthusiastic questions, Qin Yun smiled and paused for a moment before answering.

"Many people have already witnessed the power of the nine dragons precious sword, so I don't need to say more."

"I'm very excited to have found a treasure of Xia Country in a Warehouse Auction. As for my plans, I have my own arrangements for the nine dragons precious sword!"

Hearing Qin Yun's flawless response, the councilmen and those from the museum were quite dissatisfied.

They stood up and questioned Qin Yun with an "it's for your own good" tone.

"Since you don't plan to sell such a legendary weapon, wouldn't it be better to hand it over to our official organizations for processing?"

"We can pay you a substantial amount of money every year to display the nine dragons precious sword in a museum. That way, more people can see its true form and power!"

"Exactly, placing such a treasure in a museum is the right path!"

Hearing their thoughts, Qin Yun shook his head disdainfully.

"That's impossible!"

"A treasure of Xia Country must return to its roots. How can it be exhibited in a foreign land?"

If things went according to their ideas, people from Xia Country would have to come to America if they wanted to see the nine dragons precious sword.

Qin Yun would never allow such a thing to happen, so he decisively rejected their proposal.

The councilmen and the museum staff hadn't expected Qin Yun to refuse such a good offer.

They stood up and glared at Qin Yun with righteous indignation.

"How can you be so stingy? The value of such a treasure lies in letting more people understand the wonders of the nine dragons precious sword!"

"The nine dragons precious sword isn't safe in the hands of an individual. It would be better to lease it to us for rent. Don't worry, the rent will definitely be very generous!"

"This sword was discovered in America; you have an obligation to let Americans see the nine dragons precious sword!"

...They were about to say more from their moral high ground when Qin Yun tapped the microphone, stopping them from continuing.

"A treasure of Xia Country is best suited only when returned to Xia Country."

"In America, people would just see it as a novelty. Only in Xia Country will people truly understand and appreciate the nine dragons precious sword!"

"As a person of Xia Country, I have an obligation to return the nine dragons precious sword to Xia Country. Otherwise, it would be a selfish and unpatriotic act!"

Qin Yun saw through their wishful thinking; they wanted to use the nine dragons precious sword to make money.

He would never allow these people to desecrate the nine dragons precious sword.

Hearing Qin Yun's sincere and impassioned speech, thunderous applause erupted at the scene.

Everyone admired someone who didn't care for money and was deeply patriotic toward their homeland.

The councilmen and museum staff had nothing left to say; they shook their heads and left.

After the crowd dispersed, Qin Yun and Julia returned to the hotel.

"We should head back quickly. Carrying a treasure like the nine dragons precious sword is just too unsafe."

Looking at the nine dragons precious sword right before her, Julia was restless, unable to calm her mind.

"It's very late now. If we head back to Bolton, we'd have to drive for two or three hours in the dark, and driving at night makes accidents more likely."

"Let's set out early tomorrow morning instead."

Qin Yun was also a bit concerned about the safety of the nine dragons precious sword, but thinking that they were in a five-star hotel, there was already a certain level of security.

Julia knew she was just overly anxious, so she nodded in agreement with what Qin Yun said.

So, the two of them stayed in one room, taking turns keeping watch to ensure the safety of the nine dragons precious sword.

It was now the middle of the night. Most people were asleep, and the hotel was very quiet.

Suddenly, the sound of a lock turning came from their room door.