Plop!

The West Creek Lin Clan Elder had his throat pierced by a beam of fire-light before he could react.

His eyes abruptly bulged from their sockets, filled with astonishment, rage, and horror, as if he was unable to believe what had happened.

𝘧𝘳𝘦ℯ𝓌𝘦𝒷𝘯𝑜𝑣𝘦𝓁.𝒸𝘰𝓂

Roar!

Flames soon enveloped his body, instantly burning him to ashes. The ashes scattered onto the ground, leaving nothing else behind.

The Scarlet Eagle King had already returned to Lin Xun’s shoulder. It withdrew its scarlet wings as disdain flashed in its glowing ruby-like eyes.

Such trash dared to disrespect master?

That was basically asking for death!

The hall became so deathly silent that even a needle dropping could be heard.

Tonight should have originally been a happy gathering where the three Lin branch clans’ higher-ups gathered in order to celebrate their imminent take-over of Mind Cleansing Peak.

Who could have imagined that one of the higher-ups would be burned into nothingness by a sudden flash of fire-light?

The horrifying scene almost made several guests shriek as the originally festive atmosphere instantly disappeared, replaced by an alarming chill.

Who were the youth and the scarlet eagle? How dare they come to the West Creek Lin Clan’s territory and commit murder?

Everyone’s gazes changed when they looked at Lin Xun again, now containing varying degrees of bewilderment and graveness.

Only a few people had actually seen Lin Xun’s face before. Although the majority of the three branch clans deeply hated him, almost none of them knew what he looked like.

It was honestly quite ironic.

Only Lin Tianlong, Lin Nianshan, Lin Pingdu, and a handful of others managed to identify Lin Xun immediately. However, they were currently dumbstruck as if they had seen a ghost and were still frozen on the spot.

There was no need to mention how shocking it was to see someone who should have died long ago suddenly appear before you.

A stern-looking silver-haired elder rose to his feet and icily said, “Young man, I don’t care who you are, where you come from, or your goals. How dare you come here and commit murder for no reason?!”

He was called Lin Tianhun and was the West Creek Lin Clan’s First Elder and Lin Tianlong’s older brother. As a seasoned veteran, he remained very composed and calm even at this moment.

“Oh, is that so?”

Lin Xun displayed an indifferent expression. He ignored everyone as he strolled into the hall with his hands behind his back.

This caused Lin Tianhun’s expression to change slightly, realizing something was amiss. However, he could not believe how a mere youth dared to be so reckless.

“What an arrogant little fellow. Don’t think that you can come to bully our Lin Clan just because you’re somewhat capable. People like you are at most cannon fodder to us. Speak, who sent you? Do you understand the consequences of offending the Lin Clan?”

Lin Tianhun frowned as his expression darkened. He assumed that Lin Xun was sent by some powerful faction. Otherwise, such a young man would never dare to commit such atrocities even if he had the biggest balls in the world.

“Tell me then, what are the consequences of offending you people?”

Lin Xun’s black eyes were emotionless as his gaze swept across everyone’s faces.

When he spoke, Lin Tianlong, Lin Nianshan, and Lin Pingdu were finally able to return to their senses a little.

However, they looked terrible. Their entire bodies trembled, while their faces were a mix of alarm, anger, and disbelief.

Some of the nearby higher-ups began to realize that something was wrong, especially when they saw the three heads’ expressions.

The three branch clan heads had experienced all kinds of things before. How could the appearance of a mere youth shock them so greatly?

“Hehe, what a reckless and foolish youngster. I’m not afraid to tell you that our three Lin branch clan forces are mostly gathered here tonight and we’re also backed by two high clans, the Zuo Clan and the Qin Clan. I highly doubt a rash kid like you even comprehends the extent of such power.”

Lin Tianhun softly chuckled. At the mention of the Zuo Clan and the Qin Clan, a proud look appeared between his brows. “Young man, tell us who sent you! If you don’t give a satisfactory answer today…”

He was evidently trying to threaten and frighten Lin Xun, but Lin Tianlong interjected before he could finish, “Big Brother! Don’t say anymore, he’s Lin Xun!”

Lin Tianhun immediately said in a disdainful tone, “Who even is Lin Xun, how dare you come to the Lin Clan and commit murder, even the jade emperor…eh, what did you say? He he he…”

Only halfway through did it finally click in his head, causing his expression to change drastically. His pupils expanded as if he had seen a ghost, so shocked that he could no longer speak.

“He’s Lin Xun!?” Lin Tianhun was finally able to utter the name, suddenly feeling very uncomfortable. Shock was plastered across his face, and his eyes nearly dropped out of their sockets.

Lin Xun!

Everyone’s expressions changed as well, finally realizing the reason why.

The youth dressed in moon-white clothes, who had appeared at night with an eagle, was that Lin Xun who was supposed to have died in the Spirit Burial Sea long ago!

Numerous people stood up in alarm, their faces filled with horror, shock, and disbelief.

“You…didn’t you die in the Spirit Burial Sea?”

Lin Tianhun’s previously pleased and arrogant expression had been replaced by horror.

How had the youngster, who had oppressed them half a year ago, survived and returned? Why?

The others were also shocked and confused, unable to process how this was possible.

“Old thing, how can someone like my master be trapped by a tiny little Spirit Burial Sea? You guys are truly idiots.”

The Scarlet Eagle King's disdainful words made Lin Tianhun furious, but also caused a chill to rise within him. Although the words sounded offensive, they proved that not even the Spirit Burial Sea could trap Lin Xun!

Lin Xun ignored everyone’s horrified looks as he stood there and said, “Everyone is here, right? I’ll go straight to the point then. Three years ago, I gave you guys a chance to consider submitting to Mind Cleansing Peak.”

“However, it’s clear that you guys not only refused to submit, but are instead scheming to take something you should not. Do you guys really think that I do not dare to kill?”

When he said the word ‘kill’, terrifying and chilling killing intent abruptly rose in Lin Xun’s black eyes, causing everyone’s hearts to shudder.

“Hahaha, how laughable, truly laughable! We might have been somewhat afraid if it was before, but now, you’ve walked right into the lion’s den and are on the West Creek Lin Clan’s territory. Do you think you’ll be able to survive?”

Lin Tianlong suddenly laughed as his eyes turned sinisterly cold.

They had finally returned to their senses. Previously, they had only been shocked that Lin Xun was alive. It did not mean they were afraid of him!

“Yeah, he’s just one person!”

The higher-ups in the hall also realized this and began to relax. When they looked at Lin Xun again, there was a trace of pity in their eyes.

This fellow was truly arrogant and foolish to have dared to come here alone!

Most of the higher-ups from the three branch clans were gathered here, making it a very strong line-up. A single Lin Xun was no threat to them at all.

“In the past, you would either be hiding in Mind Cleansing Peak or in Qinglu Academy, which admittedly allowed you to survive till now. However, you’ve voluntarily come straight to our doorstep today. Should I call you arrogant or stupid?”

Lin Nianshan also laughed with a pleased expression.

“Sigh, that’s our nephew and Lin Wenjing’s son. It’s regretful that he insists on opposing us. For the sake of the Lin Clan’s future, I feel that we have no choice but to put the big picture before kinship.”

Although Lin Pingdu looked calm, he was highly excited inside.

You refuse to take the path to heaven and instead try to barge into hell!

The other higher-ups also sneered while some inwardly berated themselves, feeling that it was shameful for them to have been so intimidated by Lin Xun’s appearance.

They should have instead been happy that he had foolishly delivered himself right to their doorstep!

In their view, Lin Xun was indeed a very dazzling star. He was young and successful, and his exploits had drawn the attention of the entire world. However, he was ultimately still just a youngster, and it was going to be far too easy for them to kill him.

Of course, that was because they assumed that he was still at the Spirit Sea stage like half a year ago.

Such cultivation was of no threat to them.

Hence why they appeared so fearless and excited, making them seem like completely different people when compared to their earlier shocked and horrified appearances.

The atmosphere in the hall became relaxed again and was filled with an air of ridicule. All of the higher-ups’ faces contained varying things such as pity, excitement, glee, and menacing looks.

What was better than prey delivering itself right to your front door?

The scene encapsulated that very question. Lin Xun’s appearance might have shocked them in the beginning but after they returned to their senses, they realized that this was an ideal opportunity to off him!

“What a bunch of pitiful worms…”

The Scarlet Eagle King suddenly sighed as a sliver of pity appeared in its flame-like eyes. Did none of these idiots wonder for a moment why its master had the confidence to come here alone?

“Are you guys done saying your last words?”

Lin Xun seemed to grow increasingly composed as his black eyes looked over everyone. “If you’re done, then it’s time to send you guys on your way.”

Last words?

The higher-ups were enraged. How dare he still act so arrogantly at such a juncture? He must be tired of living!

There were also some that felt an unexplainable sense of foreboding. Lin Xun was far too calm which made them feel that something must be off.

However, they could not imagine how a youngster, who had been at the Spirit Sea stage half a year ago, could possibly do anything in these circumstances.

Was he intending to rely on that scarlet eagle?

Although the feathered bastard was powerful, it didn’t mean that no one present could deal with it!

Someone finally seemed to realize something, causing his expression to abruptly change. Why wasn’t the White Casanova, Shen Jinglun, and Third Old Zhu with him? How could they possibly idly sit by knowing that the kid was sending himself to his death?

Moreover, Lin Xun was an existence who had bullied them badly in the past. Did it make sense for him to foolishly rush to his death?

He was so successful and accomplished despite his young age that everyone knew about him. How could he possibly be a fool? Moreover, there was practically no one who could compare to him among his generation.

Something’s wrong!

There must be something we don’t know about!

However, it was already too late by the time he tried to warn everyone.

Shiing!

The clear cry of a blade suddenly rang out across the hall like the tide, rippling through the air like a wind and thunder!