Chapter 2596 Grilling Fish and Murder

Auspicious clouds floated within the vast dome of the heavens that stretched endlessly into the distance.

Jin Jiuyin pointed at a far away spot and said, "That’s Shentu Mountain Range. It's the most blessed mountainous area of Donglai Region and home to Liangyi Academy."

With a halberd-shaped beard, a strong, robust body, and a proud and fierce aura, he was one of Binglin Academy’s vice principals. He was also the leader of the group.

Next to him, another vice principal of Binglin Academy, Huang Zhen, remarked with a frown, "I still can't figure out how someone like Nie Qingrong managed to kill You Qianheng, who controlled a third grade Earth Rank law power. When did she become so terrifying?"

With sword-shaped eyebrows and star-like eyes, he stood atop a picture of the sun, moon, and land as his feathered cloak fluttered around him, emanating a dashing and unbridled aura.

"The Zhu Clan has already captured a new Heaven Rank law power and it won't be long before they relocate to the Seventh Heaven Domain. Given these circumstances, it is indeed very daring of Nie Qingrong to kill You Qianheng, who is backed by the Zhu Clan," said a lovely woman beside Huang Zhen. She wore a black dress and carried a flower basket in her hand.

Her name was Shi Yunfei, and she was also one of Binglin Academy’s vice principals.

The leader, Jin Jiuyin, nonchalantly said, "According to the information I received, it wasn’t Nie Qingrong who killed You Qianheng, but a person of mysterious origin. Nie Qingrong merely took advantage of the situation, otherwise, how could the position of principal possibly have fallen into her hands?"

Huang Zhen and Shi Yunfei revealed looks of understanding, feeling that this made more sense.

After You Qianheng, Nian Yunjing, and Yong Feidu died, Nie Qingrong and Leng Qingxue were the only qualified people left to take over the position of principal. Since Leng Qingxue never cared about such things, it was only logical that Nie Qingrong would take advantage of the opportunity to instate herself as principal.

Huang Zhen asked, "Does Brother Jin know who that mysterious person is?"

After a slight pause, Jin Jiuyin answered, "I do not. The two of you should also be aware of the pawn our Binglin Academy planted within Liangyi Academy. However, from the information he has sent to us, even he doesn't know who the mysterious figure is.

"Also, it’s very strange that Nie Qingrong pushed the deaths of You Qianheng and Yong Feidu onto the mysterious person as soon as she took over. If the mysterious person was invited by her, would she dare to pour dirty water over his head?"

Huang Zhen and Shi Yunfei couldn't help but frown as well. It was indeed very odd.

"Regardless, our goal is to verify the truth of the situation in Liangyi Academy. In addition, although You Qianheng is dead, before his death, he sent out a message that Nie Qingrong is in possession of a dao map involving a law power. As long as we manage to get rid of her, the map will belong to our Binglin Academy."

Jin Jiuyin's eyes flooded with iciness as he continued, "But as you two should also know, Vice Principal Yuan Wanzhong recently failed in his task and has most likely perished. This matter has angered our principal, and he believes that You Qianheng tricked us to sabotage our Binglin Academy."

At the mention of this matter, frosty expressions also spread from Huang Zhen’s and Shi Yunfei's brows.

The deaths of Yuan Wanzhong and his group were extremely strange, making them suspect that it was some kind of evil plot by Liangyi Academy. To use a map as bait to draw them in and kill them!

"It is said that after You Qianheng’s death, Liangyi Academy’s third grade Earth Rank law power went missing instead of coming into Nie Qingrong’s possession. So if the opportunity presents itself, we will capture her!"

Murderous intent flickered across Jin Jiuyin's face, "When that happens, Liangyi Academy will become akin to a headless dragon and fall into chaos. Our Binglin Academy can then take advantage of that weakness!"

Huang Zhen and Shi Yunfei inwardly nodded. They had come to Liangyi Academy for this very reason. The only uncertainty now was the mysterious person who killed You Qianheng.

"We’re almost there. Everyone, it's time to show the power of our Binglin Academy!"

Upon seeing the numerous rising peaks of Shentu Mountain Range in the distance, a feeling of imminent glory rose in Jin Jiuyin's heart as light surged in his eyes.

Regardless of everything that had happened, with the fall of You Qianheng and the others, Liangyi Academy was at best keeping up a strong front while trying to recover from grave injuries.

Hence, this was their opportunity! Filled with confidence, Huang Zhen chuckled and remarked, "Heh heh, I’m interested to see how Nie Qingrong will be able to withstand us."

"Hmm?"

Shi Yunfei was also about to say something when she suddenly sensed something and focused on a certain spot in the distance.

In front of the Shentu Mountain Range, smoke spiraled into the air from the bank of a stream at the foot of a mountain, while the faint fragrance of grilled meat spread. Upon closer inspection, one would discover a campfire beside the stream where a fat skewered fish was slowly being grilled to perfection.

The griller was seated on the ground with all kinds of seasonings lined up beside him. From time to time, he would carefully apply another layer of seasoning to the grilled fish with the movements of a skillful expert. That was the origin of the smoky fragrance.

"Don’t tell me that’s a gluttonous disciple from Liangyi Academy. I can’t believe he’s grilling fish right in front of his academy. What kind of behavior is this? This only shows how much Liangyi Academy has fallen."

Jin Jiuyin couldn't help but laugh when he saw this.

"It’s a sign that Liangyi Academy will soon fall into ruin."

Huang Zhen commented, "If this happens in our Binglin Academy, the disciple will be severely punished along with his instructor. At best, he will face solitary contemplation, and at worst, expulsion."

Due to the tantalizing scent, Shi Yunfei couldn't help but smile and teasingly remark, "However, I have to say the kid is pretty decent at grilling. He’s making me hungry."

"Regretfully, you won’t have the fortune to enjoy it."

A nonchalant voice rang out as the figure at the bank of the stream removed the tender grilled fish with a slice of his finger, shoved it into his mouth, and began chewing with a satisfied expression.

It was Lin Xun. The grilled fish in his hand was born from a highly spiritual water source, and its flesh was perfectly fatty and extremely pure. After being coated with all kinds of seasonings from his private stash and meticulously grilled, its flavor was simply wonderful beyond words.

"There’s something fishy about him!"

After hearing Lin Xun's words, Shi Yunfei’s, Huang Zhen’s, and Jin Jiuyin’s eyes narrowed, realizing that something was amiss. An ordinary disciple of Liangyi Academy wouldn’t dare to talk to them in this manner!

Jin Jiuyin transmitted, "Don't do anything rash for now, let me probe him first."

His gaze burned like a torch as it locked onto Lin Xun, "This old man is Jin Jiuyin of Binglin Academy, may I ask for this young friend’s name?"

"What’s the point of asking such questions when you’re about to die? Don't be so anxious, I’ll send you off once after I finish eating this fish."

Lin Xun chewed while sipping on alcohol, appearing completely at ease. His words, however, sounded extremely offensive to Jin Jiuyin and the others, causing their expressions to darken as iciness surged in their eyes. There was indeed something fishy about this kid!

"Does that mean you were specifically waiting here for us?" Jin Jiuyin's deep voice boomed as enormous and oppressive intent swept toward Lin Xun like a hurricane. At the same time, Huang Zhen and Shi Yunfei also got into their battle stances.

"You can say so." Lin Xun finished off the fish in three quick bites, leaving only a snow-white fish skeleton. He casually tossed the bones aside and took a long swig from his wine gourd.

Before Jin Jiuyin's spirit sense could come near, it was crushed and dissolved by an invisible force. This made his heart shudder. An increasingly ominous sensation grew within him as he hurriedly transmitted, "Quick, kill him!"

Rumble!

Space quaked as the sun and moon lost their light. Jin Jiuyin decisively attacked with a thunder-stirring broad sword, setting off waves of endless Ancestor dao light as it chopped towards Lin Xun.

Huang Zhen and Shi Yunfei also made their moves at that same moment.

Omm!

A picture of the sun, moon, and land rapidly expanded in the air, transforming a vast world that covered the sky and blotted the sun.

Crash~

Shi Yunfei tossed out her flower basket. Nine streams of gorgeous light poured from the basket, each transforming into a different primordial divine beast that charged at Lin Xun with earth-shaking roars.

How terrifying was the combined assault of three Emperor Ancestors?

The originally peaceful land was immediately swallowed by chaos. Various daos rumbled amidst churning sword intent, a flipping dao picture, and the roars of divine beasts, causing the mountains and rivers to tremble as grass and trees were burnt to ashes.

Due to the sturdy heaven and earth laws of the First Heaven Domain, only Immortal-level experts were capable of causing heaven-destroying catastrophes. Given this, the fact that the three Emperor Ancestors from Binglin Academy were able to create such a dreadful scene of destruction was proof of their extraordinary foundations and cultivation.

Boom!

In an instant, the area around the foot of the mountain collapsed, the stream was completely vaporized, and everything else was annihilated amidst the raging dao light.

Strangely enough, Lin Xun’s figure could not be found amidst the destruction. This made Jin Jiuyin's heart jump as he inwardly cursed in alarm. Just as he was about to react, an ominous figure appeared out of thin air and pointed at the center of his forehead.

Bang!

A bloody hole appeared between Jin Jiuyin's eyebrows as he stared wide-eyed, with confusion and disbelief written all over his face. He couldn’t even block a single finger?!

In the next moment, his consciousness dispersed as his body noiselessly turned into ashes. The power of the finger had not only pierced his primordial spirit, but also wiped out all of his vitality!

"Shit, run!"

The scene was clearly reflected in Huang Zhen’s and Shi Yunfei’s eyes, leaving them so shocked that their scalps felt as if they were about to explode. Their immediate reaction was to escape. However, how could Lin Xun allow them to do so?

With a wave of his sleeve—

Rumble!

A handful of dao light condensed in the air and transformed into a shimmering river of sword qi. Huang Zhen was engulfed in an instant. No matter how desperately he resisted, no matter how many times he roared, no matter how many dao arts and treasures he summoned, it was all futile and everything was crushed by the vast river of sword qi.

Bang!

In the blink of an eye, he imploded and scattered amidst the raging sword qi, only able to release one final mournful shriek before his death, "You're that mysterious person—!"