Chapter 128: The Form of the Dao Body

Lin Xiaobao’s subsequent words were undoubtedly a resounding slap to the notions just forming in the minds of those present. Teaching Master Qin? Could this boy truly be more skilled in the art of alchemy than Master Qin himself? How could that be possible?

Wait, what? He had healed Yun Yuefei? Everyone in Bloodwind City knew about Yun Yuefei’s condition. After all, a genius like him had been a prominent figure in the city before falling ill, yet he had remained bedridden for years. Now, this boy had actually cured him? And according to what he implied, it was an injury that even Master Qin had been unable to treat.

Under the scrutinizing gazes of the crowd, Qin Feng appeared somewhat hesitant. However, everyone present was shrewd; their expressions toward Lin Xiaobao began to shift. They suddenly realized that this boy was certainly not just a personal disciple of the Wind-Snow Pavilion; he was clearly far more complex than he appeared on the surface.

"Very well, today I shall risk it all! But I must clarify that I speak only for myself, not for the Alchemical Hall." Qin Feng stepped forward. His words were not meant for the others, but for Liu Yangqiu of the Wuxiang Temple. He knew that while he could conceal his identity from the people of Bloodwind City, he could not hide it from those of the Wuxiang Temple.

Qin Feng then cupped his hands toward Long Zhentian. "I wonder if, for the sake of my humble self, Patriarch Long could let today’s matter rest here? I promise to refine three pills of your choice for the Long family."

Qin Feng laid out his terms, knowing that the only thing he could use to sway the other party was his alchemy.

Lin Xiaobao was quite satisfied with Qin Feng’s attitude. In truth, he had only intended to test Qin Feng to see how steadfast the man was in his pursuit of alchemy, and this outcome was clearly very satisfying.

Long Zhentian had not expected Qin Feng to offer such terms for Lin Xiaobao’s sake. Being able to secure three custom-refined pills from Master Qin was an incredibly tempting offer, but given the situation today... After a brief calculation, Long Zhentian replied, "Master Qin, please forgive me. It is not that I do not wish to show you respect, but today’s events have escalated to such a point that if I let this boy go, the Long family would likely have no place left in Bloodwind City!"

"In that case, what if we add the prestige of the Xiaoyao Pavilion to the mix?" At that moment, a voice lacking in full vigor came from the entrance. The Master of the Xiaoyao Pavilion, Wen Hongcai, walked in with a group of people. Judging by his complexion, the injuries he had sustained at the auction had not yet fully healed.

Long Zhentian swept his gaze over the five members of the Xiaoyao Pavilion and realized that every one of them was at the Dao Heart Realm. His heart tightened. He became even more certain that today’s events were no accident. However, the Long family was now riding a tiger and could not easily dismount. After signaling Long Yinfeng with his hands behind his back, he said to Wen Hongcai, "I do not recall the Long family having any friendship with the Xiaoyao Pavilion!"

Long Zhentian still harbored resentment over the fact that Wen Hongcai had barred the Long family from the auction.

"Since there is no friendship, let me put it another way." The smile vanished from Wen Hongcai’s face. He spoke with a cold, iron-clad resolve: "I am taking my brother with me today!"

Liu Yangqiu also realized that Lin Xiaobao seemed extraordinary, but he could not resist the pleading eyes of his disciple. He flicked his long sleeve, and a fiery red longsword shot out, instantly embedding itself into the ground before the Long family gates. "You may try to take him, but you must first ask if my Fire Dragon Sword agrees!"

Dao Body Manifestation! As Liu Yangqiu made his move, everyone felt an incomparably powerful pressure. The looks they cast toward him were now tinged with fear.

"The Wuxiang Temple really has no need to wade into these muddy waters!" Seeing Liu Yangqiu intervene, Wen Hongcai appeared entirely fearless. Although he had not intended to attend the Long family’s wedding, he had been keeping a close eye on everything happening here.

When he learned that Lin Xiaobao had arrived with Cheng Yi, he became even more certain of the connection between Lin Xiaobao and Chen Zhong. His presence here was merely to curry favor with Lin Xiaobao. Since the Long family was already offended, offending them a little more mattered not; as long as he could secure Lin Xiaobao’s friendship, his investment would surely yield great returns.

"Is that so? While the Xiaoyao Pavilion is formidable, you are merely a branch pavilion master; you cannot represent the entire organization, can you?" Liu Yangqiu glared at Wen Hongcai with a hint of anger, surprised that someone at the mid-stage of the Dao Heart Realm dared to be so disrespectful to him.

"And as for you, the Yun family, you had best step aside. I do not wish to commit unnecessary slaughter!" Liu Yangqiu glared at Yun Zhongtian, whose composure faltered under the crushing pressure. Even Lin Xiaobao, standing behind Yun Zhongtian, felt as if a thousand-pound weight were pressing down on him—a pressure far greater than the gravity arrays he had inscribed upon his own body.

*Dao Body Manifestation is truly formidable!* Lin Xiaobao thought to himself. He cast a glance toward Cheng Yi. While he was confident in his own ability to escape, taking Si Mengling with him would be difficult, so he had no choice but to pin his hopes on Cheng Yi.

Seeing Lin Xiaobao’s plea for help, Cheng Yi merely offered a faint smile. The development of events had completely exceeded his imagination. He had never expected Lin Xiaobao to have such influence, able to summon so many helpers, nor had he expected Liu Yangqiu to be so doting toward his disciple that he would forcibly intervene for the Long family at such a moment.

Cheng Yi had to weigh the gains and losses carefully. Most importantly, he remained uncertain of Lin Xiaobao’s true identity; otherwise, he would not have hesitated for a moment.

"Who says the Yun family is stepping aside?" A figure appeared out of thin air between Yun Zhongtian and Liu Yangqiu. An aura, no weaker than Liu Yangqiu’s, erupted from the newcomer. The two powerful pressures collided in mid-air, producing a constant, crackling sound.

"Grandfather... you have come out of seclusion?" Upon recognizing the man, Yun Keke’s eyes welled up with moisture. She had been worried about Lin Xiaobao’s safety, never expecting her grandfather, whom she had not seen for years, to appear at such a moment.

"Yun Kongming, at the Dao Body Manifestation realm?" Liu Yangqiu was shocked to see the man. He had not expected that Yun Kongming of the Yun family had reached the realm of Dao Body Manifestation.

"I caught a glimpse of the heavenly path and just recently broke through. It is laughable, I’m sure, in the eyes of Brother Liu!" Yun Kongming cupped his hands and retracted his aura. It was a coincidence; Yun Kongming had just completed his advancement to the Dao Body Manifestation realm and had emerged from seclusion to assess the state of the Yun family. Upon hearing of the changes in the family over the years and learning that Lin Xiaobao and Yun Keke had signed a master-servant contract, he had rushed over to see what kind of person Lin Xiaobao was. There was a secret in the Yun family: the master of Yun Keke was tied to the rise and fall of the entire clan.

Having arrived at the Long residence just in time to witness the scene, it was only natural that he would step in to protect Lin Xiaobao.