Chapter 23: The Four Great Families in Danger!

  The eastern border is under attack, the great army is approaching!

  The four major family disciples, to the impending danger, were completely unaware. At this time, they continued to follow their usual schedule, conducting daily training, gradually improving, and steadily advancing. Everything was proceeding in an orderly manner.

  East of the border, no one has discovered that in a spacious and secluded valley, a large number of powerful experts are lurking and hiding. Nearly a hundred Saint-level experts, several thousand Tianxuan experts, and tens of thousands of Dixian experts are waiting for an opportunity to strike!

  Sheng Lin sat on the back of a five-colored deer, with a gentle and elegant face, a kind expression, looking like a harmless bookworm, but those sharp eyes revealed his rolling murderous intentions.

  Yi Qian was surrounded by a crowd of people and stood in the middle position of the team, steadily standing on top of a pair of demonic eagles.

  However, the two huge skulls were terrifying, and their aura was even more frightening than the double-headed demon eagle that Ling Wu had encountered before. They seemed to be a pair of quasi-divine beasts that could break through at any time!

  The jungle rustled twice, and a person quickly emerged, kneeling on one knee in front of Yi Qian, reporting: "Holy Master, the messenger, these two days, according to our subordinates' tracking and investigation, we have not found any trace of Ling Wushuang among the four major families."

  "Isn't there any trace of Ling Wushuang?" Yi Qian furrowed his two steel-whip eyebrows.

  "Yes, as I thought, Ling Wushuang has not appeared in the four major families for the past two days. Perhaps she is in seclusion or her people are not in Donglin." The man lowered his head and reported the information he had investigated to Yi Qian and Sheng Lin.

  "He... " Yi Qian touched the two strokes of his eight-character mustache, looked up at the night sky, and remained silent for a long time without speaking again.

  He just wants to surpass Ling Wu Shuang, and is not interested in the current four major families. However, if Sheng Lin wants to destroy the four major families, he can help him deal with Tian Ye Yun who poses a threat to Sheng Lin.

  It was just a person like him who could take action, but openly intervening in the struggle between the two forces was still somewhat inappropriate. After all, Tianyin Valley and other forces had clear agreements not to interfere with the changes in the power of Xingchen Continent.

  If he openly asks the four major families for people, the consequences...

  "Could it be that Ling Wushuang is not in Donglin?" Yi Qian was somewhat embarrassed, and couldn't help but press his lips tightly together.

  If it were possible to quietly take Ling Wushuang away like those people from before, that would be for the best.

  This time he descended into the mortal world is almost here, if not take action... However, the bigger the commotion, the worse the impact on him.

  "This matter, I'm afraid it's not easy to handle." Yi Qian furrowed his brow, and this time, he was truly at a loss.

  And yet, this Ling Wu Xiong, whether he's worth all this fuss, is still uncertain!

  Sheng Lin saw Yi Qian's thoughtful expression, his eyes dimmed slightly, and a gentle smile appeared on his face as he said, " Envoy, wanting Ling Wushuang to appear is not difficult."

  Facing Yi Qian's questioning gaze, Sheng Lin smiled and continued: "As long as we destroy these four major families, will it be difficult to force out Ling Wushuang?"

  Slowly, Saint Lin continued: "To take a step back, even if Ling Wusuo is not currently in Donglin, as long as we capture Ling Qingtian and others, and put pressure on the Holy Hall, this Ling Wusuo will still have to obediently come to our doorsteps?"

  In the holy forest, a faint light suddenly appears, quietly calculating something.

  His goal is to use Yiqian's hand to eliminate the four families with minimal loss.

  Yi Qian's old eyes suddenly lit up, and he stroked his two wisps of eight-shaped eyebrows, feeling that Sheng Lin had spoken very reasonably.

  Sheng Lin naturally also knew Yi Qian's concerns, otherwise Tianyin Valley wouldn't have been hiding behind the Holy Temple for so many years.

  Then, Sheng Lin hastily added: "Of course, Your Excellency only needs to lend a hand and help me get rid of Tian Ye that night. As for the matters of the other four families, you won't need to worry about them, Your Excellency. This Ling Wu Suo, I will also deliver her into your hands at that time."

  Heavens, if I have to help Ling Wushuang again this time, I'm really asking for death!

  The night cloud is still secondary, with his current strength, he can certainly fight against the night cloud. What he fears most is the rumored peak god behind the Ling family, otherwise, he wouldn't have delayed taking action and waited for Yi Qian to come and give him a boost.

  As long as these factors are eliminated, the four major families will still be a piece of cake for the Holy Temple!

  "Very good indeed." Yi Qian nodded slightly after a moment's thought, looking satisfied.

  Sheng Lin slowly tightened his grip on the Judgment Scepter in his hand, "Then, Envoy...".

  "A large army is approaching Donglin, forcing out Ling Wushuang!" Yi Qian sneered.

  Yi Qian is such a clever person. From the moment he left, seeing the lineup sent by Sheng Lin, he knew the purpose of Sheng Lin's trip was not just Ling Wu Shuang.

  However, in the eyes of Yi Qian, people in this region are as weak as ants and have never been taken seriously. So, he also turned a blind eye to Sheng Lin's small actions, after all, they had been doing things for them for so many years.

  The main thing is that although the people in this region are weak, there are some good innate talents. In other words, after Yi Qian, they still need to live with Sheng Lin and others, who are mutually useful to each other, so they won't easily tear their faces apart.

  The fierce light in Sheng Lin's eyes slowly subsided, and he raised the staff of judgment in his hand, pointing it at his back. "Those who belong to the Holy Temple, listen to my command!"

  The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.

  The sky was pitch black, with stars twinkling in the distance. The ancient and majestic Ling family compound was lit up, with lanterns flickering softly, and the spacious and bright meeting hall still echoed with the sounds of laughter and discussion. Yet, there was not a hint of awareness about what was to come.

  "Fourth brother, you said Wu Shuang has been away for almost two months now, why hasn't he returned yet?" Old Master Ling's eyebrows were furrowed into a "川" shape, and as he spoke, he stroked his beard with one hand. A hint of worry flickered between his brows.

  The Holy City Conference has already ended, but how come there is still no news about Musou?

  Ling Moqiu smiled and hadn't responded yet when Ji Yunyang, who was beside him, smoothly picked up the conversation, "I'm more worried about the Holy Temple."

  That peerless guy, isn't he a master who can take losses? Even if he can't win in a fight, that guy can run away faster than an eel, being both sinister and shameless. Now, what he's worried about is the Holy Temple, whether it has been ruined by that peerless guy or not.

  Yun Qingbai wore a white robe and held a feather fan, also smiling along with the music. "I also agree with Yun Yang's words."

  He's too familiar, but Ling Wushuang is a guy who sometimes gets so arrogant that it makes people's teeth itch. However, she never underestimates her opponents. So, if she goes to the Holy Temple, she must have the skills to return unscathed. What are they worried about?

  Ling Moqiu smiled and nodded along with him, indicating that Old Man Ling shouldn't think too much.

  Old Ling's whiskers twitched, and he slapped his thigh, still worried in his heart, but muttered awkwardly: "That little rabbit, is just owed a beating, why go to such a dragon's lair like the Holy City!"

  He also knew that Musashi's visit to the shrine this time was largely due to investigating his father's affairs, and he couldn't stop him.

  However, the old couple had passed away, leaving only this precious but troublesome thing, letting their granddaughter go on adventures and making him anxious all day long. Now he would rather not investigate those things forever.

  It is said that being overly concerned leads to chaos. Lao Tzu didn't go think about it, there's a saying: "The tree wants to be still but the wind won't stop." You not offending others doesn't mean others won't offend you!

  "Perhaps Ling Lao Ye Zi, or maybe that little girl Wu Shuang, is already on her way back." A calm voice came from beside him. The resolute and handsome face, wearing a dark brown martial arts robe, was sitting upright drinking tea - it was none other than Zhan Xiu.

  Ji Yunyang heard this and rolled her eyes in the direction of Zhan Xiu, her two long legs crossed together as she repeated in a sarcastic tone, "Wu Shuang little girl..."

  Why so intimate? He's never called me like that before!

  Zhan Xiu, the young master of a forest hunting tribe, instead of staying in Lu Ri Forest, he's always running to the four major families. What is he doing? This time, he even stayed and didn't leave. Every time he opens his mouth, it's about Wu Shuang Xiaoye, making it seem like Wu Shuang is very familiar with him.

  Ji Yun Yang's face was gloomy and sulky, like a neglected wife.

  Zhan Xi's facial lines twitched slightly, and he clenched his fist, clearing his throat. Although he didn't know what the reason was, he felt that Ji Yunyang seemed to have a big opinion about him.

  Old Man Ling chuckled and turned his gaze to Zhan Xiu, "Your father left in a hurry, I didn't persuade him to stay either. However, you little scamp, no matter how talented you are, you must stay at the Ling residence for a few more days, let the other disciples learn from you, and also help me discipline these young whippersnappers."

  This old man is only in his mid-twenties, yet he's already a high-ranking sixth-grade saint. Compared to him, this old fellow is much more useful.

  Zhan Xiu burst out laughing: "Where did you get that from, Old Master Ling..."

  "Tribe leader!"

  Before Zhan Xiu could finish his sentence, several people rushed in from outside the main hall with anxious expressions and hurried footsteps.

  "What's the hurry?"

  Ling Kong's face suddenly sank, he flung his sleeve and stood up, his white beard fluttered horizontally, his expression was not angry but majestic.

  Zhan Xiuniang and Yun Yang exchanged a glance, their eyes flashing with a deep color at the same time. This kind of fluster must be due to something big happening.

  "Listen up, all of you from the four major families!"

  Several people rushed in, panting heavily before they could even speak, when several loud shouts like thunder came from outside the conference hall, "Where is Ling Jing Tian? Get out here quickly!"

  With a stern face and a calm demeanor, he swiftly swung his arm behind him and strode out of the conference hall.

  Someone actually dared to openly provoke the four major families!

  Ling Moqiu and others exchanged a few swift glances, their expressions solemn and stern as they followed Old Man Ling's footsteps, walking out of the conference hall one after another. As for the people shouting outside, the several of them had already made a rough guess in their hearts.

  "Is the patriarch of the four major families just a turtle with its head shrunk in?"

  In the sky, several people riding flying mystical beasts looked down and shouted wildly with loud laughter.

  "Who dares to offend the four great families of mine!" Ling Tian stepped out of the grand hall with a broad stride, his voice echoing through the night sky towards the few black silhouettes, his tone stern and powerful, not belonging to any ordinary person.

  There were four or five people in the sky, all of whom were riding high-grade flying Xuan beasts. The strength of several people was also at the level of a first-class Saint. Just by looking at their formation, it could be known that they came from a certain place.

  In just a few short minutes, the four major family disciples, as well as Jiang Yunji's various elders, were all drawn in by the commotion and converged on this location, gathering together with a speed that was truly astonishing.

  The figure in the night sky looked down at those below with disdain, "Ling Wu Xiang has repeatedly desecrated our Holy Temple, killed our Holy Temple's elder and disciples, and disrespected the Holy Master. His crimes are punishable by death. We have come to apprehend him under the orders of the Holy Master. If the four major families hand over Ling Wu Xiang, the Holy Master will be magnanimous and won't make things difficult for you!"

  A harsh and unyielding voice that brooks no argument, resounding across this land.

  Sheng Lin sent out his vanguard to take the lead, knowing that it was impossible for the four major families to hand over their leaders, but still proposed this, in other words, telling the world that if they were destroyed, it would be because of their own ignorance and provocation of the Holy Temple.

  Maybe this is what they call "a famous teacher emerges".

  "Fart!"

  The two words that burst out of Ling's mouth made the few people in the night sky suddenly turn pale.

  The four elder disciples of the family below, hearing such arrogant words, suddenly became angry and said, "Now you are like two armies at war, come forward and shout, hand over your emperor to me!"

  "Cut the nonsense, what does Sheng Lin mean? Let him come and discuss it with me in person." Ling Qingtian's face was calm and his words were fearless.

  Since they've already come looking for us, what are they still afraid of?

  "Respect the wine but not drink, drink penalty wine." Several people were annoyed, but at the same time, a sly smile of getting away with something flashed across their faces. "Ling Clan's leader is unwilling to cooperate, then don't blame us for being impolite, Your Majesty..."

  "Ah——"

  Several people had not finished speaking, when a sudden gust of wind swept across the sky, and one person was unable to dodge in time. He almost fell off the flying mystical beast's back, but managed to steady himself just in time. However, he was also shaken by that gust of wind, causing his chest cavity to churn with turbulent energy.

  "How dare you!" A few people quickly calmed down and looked up at the person opposite them, their expressions particularly frightening.

  "Hmm—"

  Zhan Xu held a black long spear in his hand, with one foot on the head of an Eagle Beast that had already reached the Sacred Realm. His firm lips were pursed into an arc, as he gazed at the few people before him and sneered, "Explain your intentions, otherwise, don't blame us four major families for being impolite."

  These people are just coming with ill intentions, let them talk nonsense for a while, it's better to get straight to the point!

  Zhan Xiu was a high-ranking saint, unexpectedly, one move suppressed several first-class saints, and it was still very simple.

  "This war repair, you don't say, really has a bit of unparalleled style, can't stand it and fight" Ji Yunyang hehe smiled twice, flew from the upper night sky, and stood side by side with War Repair, handsome face with a smile, under his feet was also a precious flying saint domain beast.

  This time, the wandering tribe came to Donglin, and people like Xiu Zhan and others personally came. Apart from discussing some guest team matters, the main thing is still to provide a high-ranking Xuan beast for the four major families, and even include the Holy Domain Xuan beast.

  They who roam in the forest of sunset, when it comes to capturing mysterious beasts, there aren't many people who can catch up with them.

  "Ji Yunyang, you traitor, how dare you show your face in front of me again? You have wasted the nurturing of our Holy Hall. You are an ungrateful and disloyal person." In the Holy Hall, many people knew Ji Yunyang, and these few were no exception. When they saw him, they immediately began to mock and ridicule him.

  "Ridiculous," Ji Yunyang curled her lips, "Never been loyal, how can there be betrayal?"

  He has never been loyal to the Holy Temple, he respects only his own master.

  "You're all simply ungrateful!" How could they, who had always been high and mighty, and were admired by the world, have ever suffered such humiliation?

  "Whoosh——"

  Again, several figures appeared in mid-air, blocking the way of a group of people in front of the holy temple. War Xiu, Ji Yunyang, Ling Moqiu, Yun Qingchen... each with a solemn and stern expression, yet not showing any weakness as they faced off against the row of people in front of them.

  They came with ill intentions, looking as if they were ready to go to war. Were they still going to politely invite him in for tea and a chat?

  "Waaaah——"

  In the dark of night, a flash of gray, a small hill-like massive object slowly revealed its shape, a humanoid Titan with a body covered in one-meter-long gray fur, standing on its shoulder was Ling Tian, his stern eyes fixed intently on the few people before him.

  Ling Wu Xiong wasn't unaware of these considerations, and at the time of his departure, he left behind two high-ranking Saint Realm beastmen, the Titan and the Heaven Swallowing Python, as well as the four major families, in preparation for any unexpected needs. However, he didn't think that they would actually be used.

  "You!"

  A few people in the temple gritted their teeth with hatred.

  Sheng Lin originally wanted to send out a few people to take the lead, seize the moral high ground, and suppress the arrogance of the four major families. However, he never expected that the people he sent would be brutally beaten, leaving them with no way to vent their anger.

  Under the stalemate, a gentle laughter came from afar in the night sky, "Don't you all retreat before me?"

  Ling's expression changed slightly, "Sheng Lin"

  Sheng Lin surprisingly came in person, it seems this matter is not as simple as it seems.

  Not far away, a five-colored deer with horns was rushing through the night sky at high speed, its two pairs of huge wings stirring up the surrounding night wind and making a rustling sound.

  The five-colored deer stopped in front of a group of people, and Saint Lin smiled, saying slowly, "Ling Tian, I have given you an opportunity, but unfortunately, your four families do not cherish it."

  Sheng Lin's words seemed to be without much annoyance.

  Ling Moqiu received a hint from Ling Qingtian and quickly made a hand gesture towards the back.

  Pass down the order, first-level alert!

  "Clang clang——"

  In the four major families, every courtyard, every room, and every corner could hear the crisp sound of various weapons colliding, and the rustling footsteps echoed in the darkness. All disciples and elders rushed towards the main hall of the four major families, quickly preparing for battle in the shortest time possible!

  "If you don't hand over Ling Wu Shuang obediently and surrender, I'm afraid the final outcome of the four major families won't be guaranteed." Saint Lin looked at the person in front of him, as well as the increasingly gathering disciples of the four major families, smiling like a spring breeze. "At that time, don't blame me for not reminding you."

  Sheng Lin spoke, and a surge of momentum was quietly released outward without leaving any traces.

  Ling Qian Tian and others felt a suffocating sensation in their hearts, for they, who had already become Saints, sensed an insurmountable chasm of disparity, an absolute suppression of momentum!

  A few people's faces remained calm, but in their hearts a storm was brewing. They exchanged a glance, confirming that they hadn't misjudged, meaning this Sheng Lin had at least broken through to the quasi-god level!

  Zhan Xiu fiercely pursed his lips, the black long spear in his hand horizontal, and said in a deep voice: "Sheng Lin, you'd better think of the consequences of doing this."

  The Temple uses such a reason to take action against the four major families, which is too far-fetched and gives the impression of being ruthless and eliminating dissenters. Although he already knew what kind of moral character the Temple had, it's likely that others have not yet seen through the Temple's true nature!

  "Vagabond tribe......" Sheng Lin glanced at Zhan Xiu and chuckled, "A group of ungrateful things."

  As long as the four major families are eliminated, this major worry will be gone. In the future, the world will still be dominated by the Holy Temple. This is the reality where the strong rule!

  Ling Tian raised his hand and paused in mid-air, signaling the people behind him not to make any sudden movements. He then lifted his head, and his stern gaze slowly met Sheng Lin's. With a smile, he said, "Others may fear your Holy Hall, but I'm not afraid of you. Our four families are not so easily bullied."

  Even if he's a top-notch god, even if he's the strongest person at the peak, he can't back down. The four major families established by Wu Shuang with all his heart and soul, this old man will fight to the death to protect them for her!

  Ling Kong Tian showed no fear at all, directly calling out his name, "Sheng Lin, state your purpose."

  If it's war, he'll welcome it!

  "Hahaha" Sheng Lin's overly warm laughter sent chills down one's spine, "Indeed worthy of being the leader of the four major families, has some aura, but what's going on with Ling Wu Suo, is he too scared to come out?"

  Sheng Lin also did not forget an important purpose of this trip.

  "Really generous." Ji Yunyang snorted with laughter, but in her heart, she secretly let out a sigh of relief.

  It seems that Sheng Lin still doesn't know that Wú Duō has snuck into the Holy City. Now that Sheng Lin has left the Holy City, he probably isn't aware of the situation over there either?

  Ji Yun Yang gritted her teeth in anger, saying "You can't even get a single point of advantage, I'll give him a stab at the Sacred Forest's old nest and see if he still has the leisure to come out and cause trouble!"

  "It seems you don't like idle chatter." Sheng Lin slowly raised the Judgment Rod in his hand, pointing it at the night sky. "In that case, I'll let you witness the true difference between the four major families and the Holy Temple, and wake you up!"

  Since these people want to die, he'll help them achieve their goal!

  At this time, Sheng Lin's subordinate stepped forward and took over the conversation, saying in a deep voice: "The four major families are unaware of their mistakes, offending the prestige of our Holy Temple. Today, under the orders of the Holy Master, we will eliminate the four major families!"

  A thunderous roar, resounded throughout the sky, instantly, everyone in the Eastern City was terrified, closing their doors and not daring to come out. As for the so-called master of the Eastern City, the Nan Gong Imperial Family, they didn't dare to have any dissenting opinions, keeping a low profile, fearing that if they weren't careful, they would bring disaster upon themselves.

  Rumble...

  As this order was passed down, the ground shook and the sky turned dark.

  In the sky and on the ground, the mighty roar of the mysterious masters, the furious charge of the mysterious beasts, like ants, densely packed, a vast expanse, the flying squadrons of mysterious beasts in the sky, like dark clouds, enveloping the four major families from all directions!

  Ling's expression on his face remained unchanged, but in his heart, he felt a sudden jolt.

  In the eyes of the crowd, in heaven and on earth, high-ranking experts gather, sacred steps and sacred domains are numerous, with hundreds of them, Tian Xuan is as common as cow hair, and even the lowest ones are just high-ranking Di Xuan!

  The four major families of today, although developing extremely rapidly, plus the various guest forces, are only a dozen or so holy ranks. What's more, Sheng Lin has already reached the quasi-god level!

  Could it be that heaven wants to destroy his four big families?

  Zhan Xiu, Ji Yunyang and others saw the holy temple army coming from the horizon like a tide, their faces were stern and murderous, biting their teeth tightly, gripping the long gun in their hands, making the joints crackle.

  Just leaving Dongling Kyoto, a group of warriors walking to the outskirts heard such a big movement and quickly stopped, looking around.

  "What's the noise?" asked Qi Wang, looking around.

  Zhang Yi's face suddenly sank, "It is in the direction of the four major families"

  Zhan Qi's expression changed slightly, and then his face changed greatly. He raised his hand and waved it at the dozen or so people beside him, "Return immediately!"

  If it weren't for tens of thousands of experts, it would be absolutely impossible, something has happened to the four major families!

  "Waaaah——"

  "Roar——"

  The numerous younger generations of the four major families had never seen such a grand sight, and the overwhelming momentum that swept in from all sides made them momentarily stunned and flustered. However, after a brief moment of discomposure, the unwavering faith in their hearts allowed them to slowly calm down, and their gaze also gradually became more resolute.

  Sheng Lin stood amidst the hundreds of thousands of troops, his warm face slightly cold, "Ling Tian, in the past, I gave you the opportunity to let go, but you really don't know what's good for you. Today, I will make you understand that no one can stop me from destroying your four families!"

  With his dispatched army, wiping out the four major families was just a matter of time. He wanted to see who else could be saved!