Several other major families.
The Chen Family.
“What, you’re saying that Lin Fan, the useless young master of the Lin Family, slashed the Huang Family in half with a single sword strike and casually subdued their ancestral leader?”
“That’s right. Lin Fan isn’t useless at all—he’s just terrifyingly strong.”
“How could this happen…”
The Wu Family!
The Wu Clan!
Upon hearing this news, the heads of the remaining six great families were all stunned, their faces filled with shock.
…
At the entrance of the Huang Family’s estate!
Huang Tailong stood there trembling, his legs shaking uncontrollably, his eyes filled with terror.
He never imagined that Lin Fan, the so-called useless young master, would be this powerful—so strong that even their ancestral leader couldn’t stand a chance, let alone himself.
“Seventh Heaven God Realm? Such weak strength, and you still dared to forcefully marry into the Lin Family? Who gave you the courage?” Lin Fan said calmly, but his words made Huang Tailong’s heart tremble.
“I… I…” Though Huang Tailong was much older than Lin Fan, under Lin Fan’s overwhelming presence, he was too frightened to utter another word.
Incredible. Simply terrifying.
At the same time, his mind was screaming in frustration.
If you’re this powerful, why hide your strength for so long?
You pretended to be weak for years!
If I had known you were this strong, I’d never have dared to provoke the Lin Family!
“Lin Clan Head, please calm your son’s anger. The Huang Family sincerely apologizes,” pleaded Huang Yan, the head of the Huang Family, his expression filled with desperation.
Lin Haoming’s mouth was wide open, wide enough to fit an egg.
He never expected his quiet, unassuming son who rarely trained would turn out to be this domineering—truly peerless.
Especially the tone of Huang Yan’s begging only made Lin Haoming feel even more exhilarated.
It had been decades of restraint, but today was the most satisfying day of his life.
“Huang Yan, my son is not the useless good-for-nothing that others claim. From birth, he’s shown extraordinary talent in martial cultivation. He’s been diligently training all these years.
And I, Lin Haoming, have never been one to show off. I simply wanted to live peacefully in Shenglong City, which is why I never clarified his strength. If it weren’t for your son’s outrageous actions, my son wouldn’t have gone after your Huang Family.
After all, the Lin Family has always preferred to remain low-key.”
Lin Haoming sighed.
“Yes, yes, Brother Lin, you’re absolutely right. It was my son’s mistake. Please, calm your anger,” Huang Yan lowered his head and replied.
If their ancestral leader couldn’t win, what was the point of even fighting?
If this young man got angry and decided to wipe out the Huang Family, no one would dare to say a word.
At this moment, Lin Haoming felt as if he had just gulped down a glass of icy cold water—refreshing and exhilarating.
“Son, since Uncle Huang has apologized like this, let’s just let bygones be bygones. We can’t make the Lin Family seem too petty,” Lin Haoming said.
Lin Fan glanced at Huang Yan, then flicked his wrist, unleashing a sharp sword intent.
Crack!
“Ahh!”
Huang Tailong suddenly screamed in agony as both his wrists were severed.
“Since that’s settled, let’s call it even. But you’ll have to stay without hands for three years—any objections?” Lin Fan said.
Huang Tailong was at the Seventh Heaven God Realm, capable of regenerating limbs. However, his wrists had been sealed by sword energy. Unless someone stronger than a peak Ancient Realm expert arrived, there was no way to dispel it.
“No problem, no problem at all!” Huang Yan quickly replied.
Lin Fan turned and prepared to leave.
The three golden flowers of the Lin Family—its most outstanding daughters—stood there with mouths agape.
“Brother, you’re just too amazing.”
“Little brother, you really hid your strength well.”
Even Lin Shi was stunned. Was this really her son?
Well, actually, she wasn’t entirely wrong—this Lin Fan wasn’t truly her son. He had merely taken over her son’s body. Still, Lin Fan had drunk her milk for a whole year, so in a way, they were still mother and son.
Just as Lin Fan was leaving with his family, an old man who had been observing him all along blocked his path.
“Young man, your strength is impressive. Would you consider joining my sect?” Qingyangzi stroked his white beard calmly, exuding the aura of a true master.
Lin Haoming was puzzled by the old man who suddenly blocked their way, but when he heard the word “sect,” his eyes lit up.
“Senior, may I ask which sect you belong to?” Lin Haoming asked eagerly.
The sects were the most powerful forces across the Infinite Continent. Countless cultivators dreamed of joining a sect, yet most could never even get noticed.
Now, a sect was actually inviting his son to join—it thrilled Lin Haoming beyond words.
The Huang Family members, who had been listening, also stopped in their tracks, captivated by the words.
A sect!
Such a prestigious and lofty existence.
If a family member could join a sect, it would be like a phoenix rising from the ashes.
What were mere clans compared to that?
“The Heaven and Earth Sect,” Qingyangzi said calmly, secretly anticipating the shock on their faces.
The Heaven and Earth Sect was one of the Nine Great Orthodox Sects of the Infinite Continent, a name known far and wide. Countless cultivators dreamed of joining it.
Sure enough…
As soon as Qingyangzi revealed the sect’s name, everyone—except Lin Fan—was stunned.
“Ah! The Heaven and Earth Sect! That’s incredible!” Lin Haoming exclaimed in shock, then immediately pulled Lin Fan close.
“Son, this is a grand sect! If you become a disciple of the Heaven and Earth Sect, you’ll bring honor to our family name.
And who would dare call your father useless anymore? After all, without me, how could you have become such an extraordinary son?”
Huang Yan and the Huang Family’s ancestor, upon hearing the sect’s name, exchanged glances filled with apprehension.
The Lin Family was destined to be ranked at the top of the Eight Great Families.
And if this young man truly rose to prominence, even Shenglong City wouldn’t be able to contain the Lin Family’s growing power.
At this moment, Lin Fan was secretly delighted. His first step was to join a sect, and he hadn’t expected the sect to come to him directly.
However, Lin Fan wanted to join only a truly powerful sect.
Although the Heaven and Earth Sect had a grand reputation, its actual strength was still unclear.
If he joined and later discovered the sect wasn’t as strong as he’d hoped, he might end up regretting it bitterly.
“Old man, in three days, let’s have a match. If your strength impresses me, I might consider joining the Heaven and Earth Sect,” Lin Fan said.
“Brat, you’re too arrogant!” One of Qingyangzi’s disciples immediately shouted in anger upon hearing this.
“Haha, excellent! In three days, I shall meet you, young gem,” Qingyangzi laughed heartily.
The surrounding crowd was once again shocked.
Especially Lin Haoming, who was now anxious.
“My son, what are you doing again? This is the Heaven and Earth Sect we’re talking about!” Lin Haoming cried.
Lin Fan smiled, his hands behind his back, and then vanished into the void.
“I hope you don’t disappoint me too much.”
Thud!
At that moment, everyone nearly fell to their knees.
Lin Haoming almost collapsed, his heart screaming, *Since when did my son become such a showoff? I never taught him this!*
The Huang Family members were equally stunned.
So bold, so domineering, so arrogant!
As for the three golden flowers of the Lin Family, their eyes sparkled with admiration.
“My little brother is so handsome.”
“Big brother is so dominant.”
…
Qingyangzi gazed into the distance. “This kid is quite domineering.”
“Master, let us teach him a lesson. He’s too arrogant and disrespectful!” The disciples were furious, feeling that the boy was being far too presumptuous.
Being noticed by the Heaven and Earth Sect was a blessing earned over countless lifetimes.
“No need,” Qingyangzi waved his hand calmly.
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