Urban All-Round Master

Dongfang Haoxuan moved like lightning, swiftly heading towards the back garden. Seeing Dongfang Ziyue in black clothes wounded and lying in the flower bed, his aged eyes immediately revealed an expression of anger.

However, his target wasn’t Lin Zifeng, but rather Dongfang Ziyue in black clothes. The National Guardian Martial God rushed up, grabbed Lin Zifeng’s shoulder, and turned back to say coldly, ”Brother Lin, I can handle such small matters.”

After speaking, he glared angrily at Dongfang Ziyue in black clothes and roared, ”Who dares to break into my Martial God Marquis Mansion? Do you not fear death?”

The long shout attracted the attention of many at the mansion.

Lin Zifeng witnessed Dongfang Haoxuan grabbing Dongfang Ziyue in black clothes, with the two entangled in a struggle, unable to determine a victor for some time. Finally, Dongfang Haoxuan slapped Dongfang Ziyue, sending her flying into the grass dozens of meters away. As Lin Zifeng had predicted, Dongfang Haoxuan’s appearance was to rescue his daughter.

It wasn’t until Dongfang Ziyue in black clothes jumped over the wall to leave that the National Guardian Martial God Dongfang Haoxuan walked up to Lin Zifeng with a dejected face, lamenting that he had grown old.

”Damn, really think I’m blind?” Lin Zifeng laughed bitterly to himself. If he couldn’t see through such a minor deception, then he’d be mixing in vain.

It was clear that the old Dongfang deliberately let Dongfang Ziyue go; otherwise, with her wounds, how could she be a match for the National Guardian Martial God?

Even a fool could see through this act of leniency.

”Brother Lin, have you offended someone?” To conceal his eagerness to save his daughter, the National Guardian Martial God Dongfang Haoxuan walked up to Lin Zifeng feigning concern.

Damn! Offend someone? I’ve only been in this world for so many days, even if I wanted to offend some bigwigs, I wouldn’t have the time.

Lin Zifeng was speechless. This old Dongfang rescuing his daughter was way too far-fetched, surely knowing the person in black was Dongfang Ziyue, yet he played along so convincingly.

”I don’t know, but maybe I’ve offended some sons of bitches.” Lin Zifeng chuckled, deliberately emphasizing the derogatory term, making Dongfang Haoxuan’s old face rather uncomfortable.

”Alright, brother Lin, rest early. As for who dared to break into my mansion, I’ll definitely get to the bottom of it.” Dongfang Haoxuan’s eyes were sharp.

”Heh, I bet you won’t.” Lin Zifeng curled his lips, nodded, then turned back to his quarters, which were in disarray after the conflict. Thankfully, he lured Dongfang Ziyue out; otherwise, his quarters would have been wasted, with not even a good spot for sleeping.

After Dongfang Ziyue fled, she returned to her room immediately, removing her night clothes. But she was injured, especially by Lin Zifeng’s heavy blow. Had Lin Zifeng intended to kill her, she wouldn’t have been able to withstand it. Battling a Sub-Saint was far too easy for Lin Zifeng.

With a simple gesture, he could obliterate a Sub-Saint!

”Bang!”

The secret chamber door was flung open, and Dongfang Haoxuan hurriedly entered.

”Ziyue, are you alright?” Dongfang Haoxuan frowned, aware of Lin Zifeng’s unfathomable cultivation. Dongfang Ziyue had possibly sustained significant injuries.

”I’m fine, Father, you needn’t worry.” Dongfang Ziyue crinkled her eyebrows in doubt, ”Who exactly is this Lin guy, and how do you know so many secrets? How could he be so highly cultivated at such a young age?”

”I’m not sure of his origins and background, but this man’s cultivation is extremely high! Maybe even if you and I teamed up, we couldn’t defeat him.” Saying this, Dongfang Haoxuan also sighed inwardly.

After all, Lin Zifeng’s cultivation was strong, his depth unfathomable. Just considering the incident in the Tea Hall with the pastry sufficed to prove his strength.

Moreover, his daughter’s cultivation was not weaker than his own, yet she still suffered great losses at Lin Zifeng’s hands. Even if they joined forces, they might not be able to compete with Lin Zifeng alone. Their opponent was remarkably strong.

”Father, is it wise to continue accommodating such a powerful figure? Aren’t you concerned he might influence or threaten the security of our mansion?”

”Probably not. From what I know of him, he isn’t that sort of person, and besides, Xiaohuang saved his life. He doesn’t seem like someone ungrateful.”

”However, I feel we shouldn’t keep him around. Coincidentally, Lianyun Empire will host two duchies for tribute soon. Each year, these duchies bring high-level martial artists; I doubt this year will be any exception. Perhaps you can take him.”

”Take him?” Dongfang Haoxuan stared incredulously at Dongfang Ziyue. ”There won’t be problems, right? Although those are just small duchies, let’s not forget, Lianyun Empire rose from a small duchy too.”

”If he harbors any malicious thoughts or actions against our empire, all the better, let the Emperor have him eliminated. If he genuinely helps our empire defeat the challenges from the duchies, it would be wonderful.

During the annual duchy tribute martial arts competition, our empire’s noble sons rarely dare to participate. Firstly, fearing losing face, secondly fearing offending those duchies. If that Lin guy participates, not only can he bear the duchies’ hatred for us, but also enhance our mansion’s prestige in front of the Emperor, isn’t it a win-win?”

”Alright, I’ll consider it. After all, it’s a significant matter; if he indeed contributes to our empire, that’s best. If he can’t help, we’ll have to eliminate.” Saying this, Dongfang Haoxuan’s sharp eyes flashed a hint of fierce brilliance.

......

Time flows like water, in a blink, half a month has passed since Lin Zifeng arrived at the mansion. Over these days, he’s been secluded, seeking methods to reach the Ancient Clan of ten thousand years. For now, he must consolidate his cultivation, reaching greater depths to have the strength to investigate matters thoroughly at the Ancient Clan.

Indeed...

All this time Dongfang Haoxuan observed Lin Zifeng, seeing his somewhat compliant behavior, culminating in Dongfang Haoxuan making a major decision. He decided to bring Lin Zifeng to the Imperial Palace, to participate in the tribute from the duchies, to let Lin Zifeng shine, so everyone could recognize Lin Zifeng.

If Lin Zifeng indeed has hostile intentions against the Lianyun Empire, it will surely come to light; if not, the National Guardian Martial God Dongfang Haoxuan is quite happy to slowly win over such a supreme power...

(I’m storing drafts these days, a burst of updating in a few days.)