The Lin family.
Following the successive deaths of Lin Cangpan and Lin Zifeng, the Lin family was filled with grief.
Simultaneously, this sudden turn of events caused the Lin family's reputation in Minghai City to plummet.
"Bad news, Patriarch."
At this moment, outside the mourning hall, a Lin family disciple rushed in in a panic.
Seeing this, Lin Fengxuan's face immediately darkened.
What was bound to come had arrived.
Indeed, as soon as the Lin family disciple entered, he said in terror, "Patriarch, Lin Cangyun is here."
Lin Cangyun.
Upon hearing this name, the other Lin family members present felt a chill down their spines, their eyes filled with fear.
He was the one who had killed their former Patriarch!
Furthermore, he was a Martial King expert.
"Patriarch, what should we do?"
At this moment, all eyes were fixed on Lin Fengxuan. He was now the backbone of the Lin family.
"Zihong, can you contact Miss Du?"
At this moment, Lin Fengxuan looked at Lin Zihong beside him.
If Du Yuemian could step forward, the difficulties the Lin family was currently facing would naturally be resolved.
"Alright, I'll try." Lin Zihong wasn't very confident.
But before he could walk out, a deep voice reached everyone's ears.
"Yo! Where are you guys off to?"
...
The next morning, another piece of news that shocked Minghai City spread:
Lin Cangyun became the new Patriarch of the Lin family.
"Damn it! Didn't the Lin family's old Patriarch just die at Lin Cangyun's hands? How did he become the new Patriarch?"
"Alas! How can we common folk understand the struggles within these powerful families?"
"Just watch! Minghai City is about to change."
With the successive release of these bombshells, many people realized that an invisible dark cloud had already descended upon Minghai City.
It was likely that before long, this peaceful land would become the center of a storm.
...
Ziyun Mountain Villa.
Ye Ming sat cross-legged before the bed, his eyes closed.
Around him, faint luminescence permeated the air, likely some form of energy.
However, this energy was different from the "Primordial Force" that Ye Ming had previously displayed.
It seemed fainter, or perhaps, more pure.
"Is this what they call 'Heavenly Human'?"
Feeling the subtle changes in the energy within him, Ye Ming slowly opened his eyes and sighed.
The barrier that had been hindering him had finally been broken.
And all of this was thanks to that enchanting silhouette:
"I wonder how her cultivation is progressing?"
After a brief period of adjustment to stabilize the energy within his body, Ye Ming walked out of the room.
As usual, he was preparing breakfast for the beautiful ladies.
"Lord Divine Master, do you need my help?"
As Ye Ming stepped into the kitchen, Dolisa's voice sounded from behind.
At this moment, her golden hair cascaded like a waterfall over her shoulders. Her high nose and fair skin perfectly showcased Western beauty. Coupled with her ample curves, the morning air became a little more heated.
"Can you cook?" Ye Ming asked with a smile.
"Ah! I..."
This question truly stumped Dolisa. After a brief recollection, she realized she had never actually cooked before.
Thinking this, her small face couldn't help but blush.
"I wish I had learned cooking!" Dolisa regretted it.
Ye Ming shook his head and continued preparing breakfast.
"Is there any news from Ying?" To prevent Dolisa from feeling awkward, Ye Ming changed the subject.
As soon as she heard it was about serious business, Dolisa's previous shame vanished, and she replied respectfully, "As per Lord Divine Master's orders, Lord Shadow dispatched people yesterday. They should have all arrived at their respective posts."
"Mm!" Ye Ming was satisfied.
"After the auction at noon today, issue the order for them to begin their actions," Ye Ming turned to Dolisa and reminded her, "Before that, the preparatory work is also crucial."
"Yes! I will immediately relay the message to them!"
"Alright, you may go!"
"Your subordinate withdraws?"
Once it involved official matters, Dolisa reverted to her decisive style of conduct.
After Dolisa left, Ye Ming glanced at the time and murmured to himself, "Four more hours." He then sighed again, "I hope everything is under control!"
...
Today, there seemed to be more figures on the streets of Minghai City.
Their attire and demeanor had subtle differences from the surrounding crowds.
However, it wasn't very obvious.
It seemed these individuals had disguised themselves.
"Senior Brother, is that Dao Heart Jade truly that miraculous, to the point of assisting ancient martial artists of the Martial Ancestor level?"
At this moment, a sweet-looking young girl asked the white-robed man beside her.
The white-robed man had handsome features, brows like carved blades, and an elegant demeanor, exuding the aura of a refined young gentleman.
"Of course! Otherwise, why would Master have ordered you and me to descend the mountain?" the white-robed man said with a smile.
"But why would such a treasure appear in the mortal world?" the sweet young girl asked, confused. "Also, why would the person possessing such a treasure auction it off?"
"You! Why do you have so many questions?" The white-robed man looked at the question-filled young girl with a mixture of doting and helplessness. "How would I, your Senior Brother, know the answers to these questions?"
"Ah! I thought Senior Brother knew everything!" the girl teased with a smile.
"Sigh! You little girl!"
The white-robed man was truly helpless.
If it weren't for their master ordering him to bring this lively little sprite down the mountain for some experience, he wouldn't have kept her by his side.
While it made the journey less boring, it also gave him more headaches.
Her myriad of strange questions made him want to avoid her at all costs.
"Oh! Isn't this Brother Jian?"
At this moment, opposite the white-robed man, two men, who had also disguised themselves, walked over.
"Brother Tian! Brother Di! A pleasure to meet you!"
Seeing the two, Zhuang Jian was also somewhat surprised.
These two were named Fan Tian and Fan Di, a pair of brothers.
"Junior Sister Qingyu, long time no see!"
Fan Di looked at Bu Qingyu beside Zhuang Jian with great joy in his eyes.
"Hmph! Junior Sister is Junior Sister, why must you add the word 'little'?" Bu Qingyu was very dissatisfied with this appellation.
Of course, if Zhuang Jian called her "Junior Sister," it might be different.
"Uh!"
Seeing Bu Qingyu's displeased expression, Fan Di quickly apologized, "My mistake, my mistake. Junior Sister is not little."
Hmm?
As soon as Fan Di said this, the others present were stunned. This statement seemed a bit off.
But for a moment, they couldn't quite pinpoint why.
"Oh, aren't these brothers from Tianjian Mountain and Xingyi Sect? What, are you also after the Dao Heart Jade?"
At this moment, a sarcastic voice reached everyone's ears.