novelraw Chapter 104 Wanshui Mountain, would you like to come with me to see it?!
Chapter 104 Wanshui Mountain, would you like to come with me to see it?!
"boom--"
The aftershocks of the collision between the two powerful forces exploded instantly in the banquet hall.
In an instant, cups and plates shattered, and the red carpet fluttered in the wind.
The guests' expressions changed drastically, and they all used their internal energy to steady themselves.
This time, however, the way they looked at the arena had completely changed.
Lin Xiao took two steps back to steady himself, feeling a slight tightness in his chest.
Yet he still stood upright in the same spot, his clothes fluttering, his eyes sharp as swords.
Qin Zhenhai, standing on the high platform, suddenly narrowed his eyes, and the rage on his face instantly froze.
Instead, there was an overwhelming sense of shock.
Although he didn't use his full strength in that palm strike, he still used his Golden Core realm cultivation.
Let alone an ordinary teenager, even a Foundation Establishment cultivator should have their meridians shattered and die on the spot with a single palm strike.
But Lin Xiao in front of him not only withstood it, but also only took two steps back, his breathing was disordered but not dissipated at all.
"Foundation Establishment Realm?!"
Qin Zhenhai gasped in shock, his face showing a look of disarray for the first time.
According to the intelligence he had received, Lin Xiao was just a wild boy who knew a little about unorthodox methods and had no real cultivation.
He used some crooked and evil methods to bewitch his daughter.
Even if Long Yan recruits him into the Exorcism Society, he'll at most be a novice who's just entered the path of cultivation.
But during that clash, he clearly felt that what was surging within Lin Xiao's body was solid and incomparably pure Foundation Establishment spiritual power!
In just a few days, an ordinary person of unknown origin actually skipped several minor realms and rushed to the Foundation Establishment Realm.
Such a cultivation speed is simply unheard of!
Even the most outstanding genius of the Long family had to rely on the entire Long family to reach the Golden Core realm at the age of thirty.
"You... how could you possibly have such cultivation?" Qin Zhenhai stared intently at Lin Xiao, his tone filled with disbelief and astonishment.
His previous arrogance had been mixed with a hint of fear.
Long Jingyuan, who was standing to the side, also frowned and felt a pang of jealousy.
They thought Lin Xiao was just an ordinary person who came to die, but who would have thought that he would take a palm strike from the Qin family patriarch as soon as he made a move.
This level of strength is comparable to his own.
Even Qin Yanan, who had long felt that Lin Xiao was extraordinary, couldn't help but gape when she saw this scene.
There are very few people in the entire Dragon Kingdom who could withstand a single blow from the Qin family patriarch.
Lin Xiao slowly raised his head, his spiritual energy gathered again, and his aura rose steadily once more.
He gazed at the high platform, his voice calm yet carrying an undeniable firmness, which once again resonated throughout the entire venue.
Whether I am qualified or not is not for you to decide.
"If Sister Ya Nan is unwilling to marry, then this marriage is null and void."
"I've come today to take her away."
"Anyone who tries to stop them will die."
The moment those words were spoken, the entire room fell silent.
Qin Zhenhai's face turned pale and then red, and his palms clenched slightly.
He suddenly realized that Lin Xiao, who looked to be no more than twenty years old, might have a complicated background.
This Lin Xiao was not the wild boy he had imagined at all.
On the contrary, it is a variable that even he cannot see through.
But since the Long family is here today, he has to take action to suppress this brat.
Otherwise, the reputation of the Long and Qin families would likely be...
Thinking of this, Qin Zhenhai's face darkened, and he prepared to launch an even stronger attack.
However, at that moment, Long Jingyuan suddenly spoke up:
"Uncle Qin, there's no need to trouble you. Leave this wild boy to me."
I want him to see Ya Nan marry me with his own eyes, so he can die with regrets!
As he spoke, Long Jingyuan leaped off the high platform, his spiritual power surging, revealing his Golden Core stage aura.
"Lin Xiao, you dare to ruin my plans. Today, I will cripple your cultivation and turn you into a cripple."
Then I'll make you kneel here and watch me and Ya Nan get married!"
Long Jingyuan sneered and raised his hand to strike Lin Xiao's dantian.
His actions were ruthless, clearly indicating his intention to cripple Lin Xiao completely.
Lin Xiao's eyes narrowed, and he dodged to the side while simultaneously striking out with a palm.
It aimed straight at Long Jingyuan's chest, the movement as fast as lightning.
During this time, he not only improved his cultivation, but also challenged some disciples of the Netherworld Sect in the Cangxuan Realm.
Long Jingyuan was surprised by Lin Xiao's speed and instinctively stepped back.
However, he was still slashed by Lin Xiao's palm strike, and blood instantly seeped out.
"court death!"
Long Jingyuan was completely enraged, and his spiritual power became increasingly violent as he launched a frenzied attack on Lin Xiao.
The palm strikes were fierce and deadly.
Lin Xiao responded calmly, his palm strikes sweeping across the room.
Despite being at a disadvantage, he was never hit and managed to withstand several of Long Jingyuan's attacks.
Inside the banquet hall, the guests had already retreated to a corner, whispering amongst themselves, and no one dared to step forward to dissuade them.
On one side is the head of the Qin family, on the other side is the young master of the Long family, and there is also a powerful young man whose origins are unknown.
Now, no one dares to intervene in this struggle.
Qin Zhenhai stood on the high platform, watching the fight below, his face growing increasingly gloomy.
He hadn't expected that Lin Xiao, who was only at the peak of the Foundation Establishment stage, could fight Long Jingyuan to a standstill.
Such a talented young man, if we can bring him into the Qin family's camp, the Qin family may very well prosper in the future.
If he had known this would happen, he should have investigated more thoroughly before speaking.
Now, he has already ruined his daughter, and this is the situation he is in today.
As the head of the Qin family, he certainly cannot go back on his word.
Therefore, we can only continue with this mistake.
And if this young man is also a genius, then he must die even more.
Thinking of this, the killing intent in Qin Zhenhai's eyes grew even stronger.
Today, Lin Xiao must die!
Standing on the high platform, Qin Yanan watched Lin Xiao's bloodied figure fighting, her heart filled with heartache and anxiety.
She struggled desperately, trying to break free from the maid's restraints.
But it was all in vain. All he could do was scream at the top of his lungs, "Lin Xiao, run! Don't worry about me! The Qin family and the Long family won't let you get away with this!"
Lin Xiao felt a warmth in his heart when he heard Qin Yanan's call.
His gaze hardened, and he dodged Long Jingyuan's palm strike, shouting at Qin Yanan, "Sister Yanan, I won't leave! I said I would protect you, and today, I will definitely take you away from here!"
As he spoke, he suddenly exerted his strength, his spiritual power surged, and the aura of a Foundation Establishment Perfection cultivator erupted completely.
Long Jingyuan's eyes were filled with malice and resentment. He never expected that he, a Golden Core cultivator, would be unable to defeat a Foundation Establishment cultivator.
In front of so many people, his shame and anger intensified, and his spiritual power became increasingly violent.
He secretly gathered his power, and a dazzling golden spiritual energy condensed in his palm, which he then slammed down towards Lin Xiao's head.
He used all his strength in this attack, determined to kill Lin Xiao on the spot.
"Prepare to die!"
Long Jingyuan roared, and his golden palm wind, carrying a world-destroying aura, went straight for Lin Xiao's face.
Lin Xiao's eyes narrowed, knowing that he could not delay any longer.
If he continues to fight Long Jingyuan, and Qin Zhenhai makes his move, it will be extremely difficult for him to rescue Qin Yanan.
He pretended to be outmatched, deliberately staggering backward to lure Long Jingyuan closer and closer.
Just as Long Jingyuan's palm strike was about to touch him, a fierce glint flashed in Lin Xiao's eyes.
With a sudden flick of his left hand, a rune gleaming with a ghostly blue light appeared in his palm.
He had prepared many runes before he came.
Now is the time to use it.
"Runes?!"
Long Jingyuan's pupils contracted sharply, and an ominous premonition welled up in his heart.
But by then it was too late to retract the palm strike.
Lin Xiao's movements were as fast as lightning, with a light flick of her fingertips.
The azure rune shot towards Long Jingyuan's chest like an arrow released from a bow.
"Pfft—"
The dark blue rune instantly pierced through Long Jingyuan's spiritual energy defense and plunged into his chest.
A chilling, bone-deep power spread wildly along Long Jingyuan's meridians, instantly tearing through his defenses.
"ah--!"
Long Jingyuan let out a shrill scream as his body flew backward like a kite with a broken string.
He crashed heavily into the banquet hall wall, spitting out a mouthful of blood.
His chest was soaked with blood, and the golden core energy around him instantly dissipated.
Not only did his eyes become unfocused, but his whole body also convulsed uncontrollably.
He was clearly seriously injured, his golden core was damaged, and his cultivation level had plummeted.
"Jingyuan!"
The Dragon family head on the high platform suddenly changed his expression, stood up abruptly, and wanted to rush down, but was stopped by Qin Zhenhai.
Qin Zhenhai's face was ashen, and he stared intently at Lin Xiao, his eyes almost overflowing with murderous intent.
With Long Jingyuan seriously injured, the Long family will inevitably take their anger out on the Qin family. Today's events can no longer be resolved peacefully.
He knew that keeping these guests would only bring shame upon the Qin family.
If word gets out, it will become a laughing stock in the entire Jiangcheng, and may even attract the covetousness of other families.
"Distinguished guests, today's events have taken an unexpected turn. The Qin family has failed to provide adequate hospitality. We kindly request that you all take your leave now, and the Qin family will host a banquet to apologize on another day!"
Qin Zhenhai picked up the microphone, his tone cold and forceful, leaving no room for negotiation.
The guests were already terrified, and upon seeing this, they quickly stood up.
Amidst the murmurs, they hurried towards the exit of the banquet hall, no one daring to linger for even a moment.
They were all aware of the feud between the Qin and Long families and Lin Xiao.
It's not something they can get involved in; staying will only bring trouble upon themselves.
In a short time, the banquet hall, which was originally full of guests, was almost empty.
Only Qin Zhenhai, the seriously injured Long Jingyuan and the Long family members, the bound Qin Yanan, the white-haired old man, and the Qin family's guards were present.
Qin Zhenhai waved his hand and coldly ordered the guards behind him:
"Help Young Master Long down to receive treatment. Also, mobilize all the Qin family guards to surround this place."
No one is allowed to enter or leave this place today! Lin Xiao has no chance of escape!
"Yes, Master!"
The guards responded in unison and moved swiftly to surround Lin Xiao.
They were all staring at Lin Xiao with solemn expressions and wary eyes, forming an impenetrable encirclement.
These guards were all cultivators carefully trained by the Qin family.
Although there weren't any particularly strong individuals, most of them possessed cultivation levels above the Perfection of Qi Refining.
There were even a few Foundation Establishment Realm experts.
At this moment, everyone was mobilized, their aura overwhelming, locking onto Lin Xiao and giving him no chance to break through.
The white-haired old man stood behind Qin Zhenhai, looking at Lin Xiao, who was surrounded, with a complicated expression, and sighed softly.
He knew that no matter how strong this young man was today.
But facing so many guards from the Qin family, plus Qin Zhenhai, a Golden Core Realm expert, he was doomed to die.
It's such a pity that such a talented young man was wasted.
Qin Yanan stood on the high platform, looking at Lin Xiao who was surrounded.
Her tears flowed even more fiercely as she struggled desperately, screaming, "Qin Zhenhai, let him go! If you have any problems, come at me!"
"I'm marrying Long Jingyuan, and I'll do whatever you say, just don't hurt Lin Xiao!"
Qin Zhenhai glanced coldly at Qin Yanan, his tone icy and resolute.
"Now you're scared? What were you doing before?"
If you hadn't insisted on resisting, and if Lin Xiao hadn't barged in and ruined everything, Jing Yuan wouldn't have been seriously injured.
The Qin family wouldn't be in this predicament!
He must die today!
Lin Xiao slowly withdrew his spiritual power, calmly swept his gaze over the surrounding guards, and then looked up at Qin Zhenhai in front of him.
There was no fear on his face, but rather his unwavering determination.
Fortunately, Long Jingyuan was severely injured beforehand.
But Qin Zhenhai is still here, and he still has so many guards.
It seems that we'll have to fight again to rescue Sister Ya Nan today.
Thinking of this, Lin Xiao leaped up and, taking advantage of the moment when no one was paying attention, directly arrived beside Qin Yanan.
The two maids who were supporting Qin Yanan were caught off guard.
In a flash, a sharp spiritual force rushed towards him.
The two were instantly blasted away, crashing heavily to the ground and losing consciousness.
Qin Yanan froze, and before she could react, she was tightly embraced by a pair of warm and strong arms.
She subconsciously looked up and met Lin Xiao's deep and determined eyes.
There was no fear in it, only a deep respect for her and a resolute determination to have her.
In an instant, all her panic and despair were dispelled.
"Lin Xiao..."
Qin Yanan's voice trembled, and tears blurred her vision.
She instinctively wrapped her arms around Lin Xiao's neck, as if grasping at the only piece of driftwood in a drowning situation.
"Are you... are you really going to take me away? Can... can we even get out of here?"
Upon hearing this, Lin Xiao lowered his head slightly and gently wiped away the tears on her face with his fingers, his movements very tender.
He was a completely different person from the fierce look he had just had while fighting a bloody battle.
His palm was slightly warm, dispelling the chill from Qin Yanan's body and the unease in her heart.
The surrounding guards were immediately in an uproar upon seeing this.
The crowd quickly realized what was happening and shouted angrily as they rushed towards the two, "How dare you, Lin Xiao! Put the young lady down!"
In an instant, the attack was fierce, and the shouts were deafening.
Instantly, a dense barrage of attacks closed in, completely blocking their escape route.
Qin Zhenhai stood there, his face ashen, the pressure of his Golden Core erupting wildly around him.
For a moment, the air in the entire banquet hall seemed to freeze.
He stared intently at Lin Xiao, gritting his teeth as he roared, "Lin Xiao! You're courting death! How dare you lay a hand on my daughter right under my nose! Today, I will grind you to dust!"
The white-haired old man stood to one side, his expression growing increasingly complicated.
She wanted to step forward and dissuade him, but she knew Qin Zhenhai's temper all too well.
In the end, he could only sigh inwardly, feeling a pang of worry for the young lady.
Long Jingyuan, who was being supported by the Long family, was so angry at this scene that he convulsed.
Blood trickled from the corner of his mouth again, his eyes filled with resentment and bitterness.
But he didn't even have the strength to get up, he could only scream:
"Stop him! Don't let him take Qin Yanan away! I'm going to kill him! I'm going to kill him!"
Lin Xiao, holding Qin Yanan, slowly took a step back, his back against the cold wall.
He held Qin Yanan tightly in his arms, using his own body to shield her from all the pressure and sharpness.
He looked up, his gaze sweeping over the swarming guards around him, before settling on the enraged Qin Zhenhai.
Her eyes were calm yet carried immense power, and her voice pierced through all the noise.
It clearly reached everyone's ears and also entered Qin Yanan's heart.
"Today, even if I, Lin Xiao, have to give my all, I will never allow the Qin family to harm Sister Ya Nan in the slightest."
He looked down at Qin Yanan, who was in his arms with tears in her eyes, and the sharpness in his eyes turned into tenderness.
His tone was solemn and affectionate as he said, word by word, "Sister Ya Nan, if I can get you out of here alive this time, would you be willing to travel with me to see all the mountains and rivers?"