Chapter 245: Chapter 19 Invitation

On the long street.

Basically, the crowd on the street, whether they were peddlers or martial artists, were in a dazed state.

The jam-packed long street was quiet, not a sound from birds or people.

Thud, thud, thud.

Only the synchronized sound of footsteps and foreheads hitting the ground, sending a tremor through everyone’s hearts.

Before long, Ding Yu and others kept kowtowing every ten steps, having walked half the long street.

In the third building.

He Run stood on the balcony, his face as solemn as water.

Originally, the plan was to watch Lin Yuan endure insults tomorrow and use this as a turning point to completely win over the Shufeng faction.

However, Ding Yu’s actions far exceeded everyone’s expectations.

"Today, no one can save the Yun Huan faction." A cold glint flashed in He Run’s eyes as he promptly instructed the attendant beside him, "Have Shen Shuyan come to see me."

Time passed, about half an incense stick’s worth.

Ding Yu was pierced by thorns, his entire body stained with blood, looking somewhat grim.

Thud.

Ding Yu knelt on one knee, clasped his fist, and pleaded, "Everyone from the Cloud Ring Gang has seen Lord Lin. Subordinates are blind and failed to recognize a great person, missing the chance. From now on, the whole Cloud Ring Gang will follow your orders and beg for your forgiveness."

"Please forgive us, Lord."

Everyone behind bowed to Lin Yuan.

Lin Yuan’s face showed a faint smile: "Very good."

Under the gaze of the masses, Ding Yu succeeded in capturing attention, letting everyone know that Lin Yuan was not as simple as he appeared.

But this alone was not enough.

Ding Yu’s allegiance alone would create an illusion for everyone, making them think they relied on Long-mei Daoist’s arrangement and support to earn Ding Yu’s submission.

Today, he stood out to tell everyone.

All of this was solely his doing. Clearly telling everyone, Black Dragon Pool is Lin Yuan’s territory.

Here, only one voice is allowed.

Thinking of this, Lin Yuan looked at Ding Yu again: "Change your robes and invite the guards over."

Ding Yu looked into Lin Yuan’s calm eyes, with a hint of tremor in his eyes.

Lin Yuan’s actions today were far greater than he had imagined.

"Yes," Ding Yu said in a deep voice.

Then, with a surge of energy, he instantly turned the thorns on his back into countless wood chips. Then, guided by Qiao Yuanjing, he headed straight to the building where the guards were.

After Ding Yu left, Lin Yuan instructed Qiao Yuanjing beside him once more: "Invite several guests to come down together."

Upon hearing this, Qiao Yuanjing couldn’t help but swallow, his heart even more shocked.

Is Lord Lin planning this big?

Isn’t the edict problem already resolved smoothly?

Why invite several people here, what does it mean?

Because, according to Lin Yuan’s instructions, he had investigated the identities of those who arrived. The Qingmu Martial Academy and He Run were present, representing various forces watching how Lin Yuan would resolve this crisis.

Especially Gu Baoshi from the Qingmu Martial Academy, also a renowned prodigy there, ranking much higher than He Run from the Xuri Martial Academy, at eighty-nine.

Qiao Yuanjing stared at Lin Yuan’s steady back, feeling uneasy.

With them coming down, and He Run appearing, can Lord Lin truly handle these two?

Currently, he couldn’t think of anyone in the Yun Huan faction capable of helping Lin Yuan solve this difficult situation.

But all doubts continuously plagued him, his mind whirling.

Suddenly, he thought of a possibility. A possibility he had always overlooked.

"Could it be, Lord Lin is the second Lu Rong?!"

Qiao Yuanjing instantly widened his eyes, with endless shock in his gaze.

In the building where the guards were.

The slightly weaker Palace Masters and guards immediately felt the situation was unfavorable.

Ding Yu had already retreated, although they received He Run’s signal. Yet, nominally, their superior was the Black Dragon Pool government office.

"Once Lin Yuan calls us over now and questions us face-to-face, what should we do?" Lu Yifeng’s expression turned somewhat unsightly as he looked at the two beside him, speaking with difficulty.

Originally, they were here today to watch a joke, but Ding Yu’s performance truly surprised them.

Now facing a reversal, how should they resolve it?

Xia Yanxun and Zhao Jing both had stiff expressions.

They glanced at each other and could only remain silent.

At this moment, a town guard behind him secretly swallowed a mouthful of saliva, quietly stepped back: "Everyone, I just remembered that I have clothes at home that haven’t been collected, I must go back immediately."

"Yes, exactly. My concubine is about to give birth, I need to hurry home."

The palace masters and town guards who came together immediately beat a retreat, ready to withdraw.

Bam!

The door of the attic room was violently opened.

Ding Yu rushed in first, stepping into the room.

Looking at the surprised faces of old friends, a smile spread across his long horse-like face: "Old Lu, the master requests your presence."

Lu Yifeng took a deep breath, glanced at Ding Yu, and transmitted energy into sound: "The only plan now is to invite Shen Shuyan. We are too weak to endure this."

Xia Yanxun and Zhao Jing both felt helpless, nodded secretly, and arranged things as they left the attic.

In the martial academy.

Daoist Long-brow was discussing subsequent plans with two other vein masters.

"Two of you, my disciple committed such a mistake, making us a laughingstock." Daoist Long-brow smiled bitterly, his tone carrying a hint of apology: "The most crucial thing now is how to mitigate the impact."

Sitting next to Daoist Long-brow were the other two vein masters of the Cloud Vein lineage.

Mao Yun, carrying the Nine Ring Saber, had a buzz cut, thick eyebrows, big eyes, a rough martial artist appearance, giving off a strong oppressive vibe.

Wang Zhenhong had the appearance of a middle-aged scholar, wearing a purple robe, holding a three-foot sword, his demeanor calm, his gestures elegant and composed.

"Indeed, it’s quite troublesome." Wang Zhenhong nodded slightly: "If we don’t fully control the territory left by Lu Rong, I fear the resource supply for the guard in the future conflict with the Demon Sect will be lacking, and we’ll be further suppressed by the Absorption lineage."

Mao Yun was somewhat annoyed: "Long-brow, your disciple is indeed reckless. This move makes us too passive. We just stabilized the situation, yet he caused this mess. My disciples are all complaining about it. In two days, after my disciple Lu Zhaowu finishes dealing with the affairs at Elephant Crossing, I will arrange for him to move to Black Dragon Pool."

"At that time, you must quickly bring that boy back, he’s making a fool of us outside."

"Lu Zhaowu?"

Daoist Long-brow was taken aback, a face appeared in his mind.

"Ranked around eighty in the martial academy, indeed capable of handling this situation." Wang Zhenhong similarly nodded, expressing agreement.

"Is that so?"

Daoist Long-brow’s face showed hesitation.

Originally wanted Lin Yuan to hold the situation, uphold righteousness. But the edict lost them face in the Absorption lineage.

Mao Yun letting his disciple replace Lin Yuan meant handing over all resources of Black Dragon Pool.

However, it was better than letting the Absorption lineage take it.

Only Lin Yuan’s cultivation resources, he would have to find a way himself.

After much hesitation, just as Daoist Long-brow was about to agree.

"Master."

Suddenly, a joyful voice of Cao Qin came from outside the room.

The few people turned towards the sound.

"Master, just received news."

Cao Qin stepped into the hall, clasping his fists.

"The issues in Shengui Town, or Lezhong Village are resolved?" Daoist Long-brow, seeing Cao Qin’s excited face, rare unease eased, asked.

Mao Yun and Wang Zhenhong also heard the excitement in Cao Qin’s voice.

"Neither, it’s Black Dragon Pool, Ding Yu has surrendered." Cao Qin said excitedly: "Not sure what method Lin Yuan used, he actually made Ding Yu completely surrender."

Daoist Long-brow was stunned upon hearing, Mao Yun and Wang Zhenhong also were dumbstruck.

Just moments ago, they were discussing how to replace Lin Yuan. But now, Cao Qin reports Lin Yuan has resolved it?

Daoist Long-brow was the first to respond.

"Cough, cough." He lightly coughed, asking again: "Disciple, do explain properly, for your master did not catch your words clearly."

"What did you say about Lin Yuan?"

"Master, urgent news from Black Dragon Pool, Lin Yuan subdued Ding Yu. He has established a foothold at Black Dragon Pool!" Cao Qin said loudly.

Daoist Long-brow stared, repeatedly asking: "Disciple, are you saying, Lin Yuan?"

"Master, indeed! This matter is absolutely true." Cao Qin repeatedly confirmed.

Daoist Long-brow understood, the oppression weighed on his heart instantly cleared: "Alright, your master knows it, you may leave now."

After Cao Qin disappeared, Daoist Long-brow chuckled, happily said: "Since the situation at Black Dragon Pool is stable, assigning Lu Zhaowu there would be beneath his talents. I think the problems at Lezhong Village are more severe, should we arrange for him there? What do you think?"

Wang Zhenhong smiled slightly, saying no more.

Mao Yun shook his head, insisting: "The location of Black Dragon Pool is also extremely crucial, especially adjoining Qingmu Martial Academy, I fear conflict between both sides. Lin Yuan might suffer a dark loss, Lu Zhaowu going there can offer some protection."

At this point, Daoist Long-brow wouldn’t make concessions, naturally insisting Lin Yuan to guard.

A new round of dispute between the two unfolded again.

But at Black Dragon Pool government office, the situation showed no signs of ebbing, instead becoming more intense.

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