In the great hall, a crimson invitation lay silently on the table. Lin Zhantian and other important members of the Lin family were all seated there, their gazes fixed on the red invitation.
"What exactly do the Lei and Xie families want to do? At this moment, they actually sent an invitation here. Is this a deliberate provocation?" Lin Xiao frowned and pondered.
Lin Dong reached out and picked up the invitation from the table, flipping through it. It was a wedding invitation. According to its contents, the Lei family and the Xie family were preparing to hold a wedding in two days. The main characters of this marriage were Lei Li of the Lei family and Xie Yingying. Lin Dong didn't pay much attention to the marriage itself. What he cared about was why the Lei and Xie families would invite the Lin family at this time.
Currently, the two sides were like fire and water, irreconcilable. For such matters... it was probably a conspiracy, an attempt to lure them into a trap.
"It seems that the Lei and Xie families are organizing a very grand event this time. Not only has our Lin family received an invitation, but within a hundred-mile radius of Qingyang Town, any force with a bit of reputation has also received an invitation," Lin Zhantian said calmly.
"Such a large number is the first time in many years," Lin Keng sighed softly.
"The Lei and Xie families are doing this probably to announce to the outside world that the Lei and Xie families will completely join forces from now on. And once they join forces, I'm afraid many forces will curry favor with them. By then, within a hundred-mile radius of Qingyang Town, the Lei and Xie families will truly be the undisputed overlords."
Lin Zhantian picked up his teacup, took a sip, and then sneered, "What excellent calculations!"
"So, what should we do now? Should we go or not?" Lin Xiao asked.
Lin Zhantian's fingers gently rubbed the tabletop, his eyes slightly somber. After a moment, he said, "Go. At this point, cowering and defending ourselves is meaningless. This matter, if it goes smoothly... will also be an opportunity for my Lin family."
Although going to the Lei family's territory was a bit risky, Lin Zhantian no longer had the same reservations as in previous days. Moreover, their cooperation with the Mad Blade Martial Arts Academy was enough to contend with the Lei and Xie families.
If the Lin family could display their true strength in front of so many forces, then no one would dare to challenge their position in Qingyang Town.
During this period, even if the Lei and Xie families continued to remain silent, the Lin family would proactively begin to act.
If the two sides were already in opposition, then naturally they would want to cripple the other. Therefore, the issue of making a move was only a matter of time.
"Pass down the order, organize our forces. In two days, we will go to Qingyang Town to attend the wedding. I want to see what that old scoundrel Lei Bao is truly up to!" Lin Zhantian said with a cold laugh.
"Yes!"
Hearing Lin Zhantian's words, Lin Xiao and the others nodded heavily. Then, a burning passion ignited in their eyes. After enduring for so many years, they could finally no longer remain calm.
The wedding of the Lei and Xie families was undoubtedly the most sensational event in Qingyang Town at this time. The Lei and Xie families were the oldest and most prestigious established families in Qingyang Town for generations. It could be said that they had deep roots. Now that the two families were joining forces, their strength would naturally increase significantly. Within a five-hundred-li radius around Qingyang Town, it would be difficult for any force to withstand them.
It was precisely because of this that many forces dared not delay when the Lei family extended an invitation. For a time, Qingyang Town once again became extremely lively.
However, those who were a little more sensitive could sense a hidden danger behind this kind of liveliness. This time, the Lei and Xie families' wedding would likely not be ordinary...
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"Boom... boom!"
A clear, joyous sound echoed loudly throughout Qingyang Town. Outside the Lei family's manor, various forces came and went in an endless stream, and the sounds of laughter and congratulations rang out continuously.
The Lei family, with the deepest foundation in Qingyang Town, certainly displayed a grand demeanor in holding this wedding banquet.
"The Lin family has arrived!"
Just as numerous congratulations were exchanged, a servant's loud welcoming cry suddenly rang out. The lively atmosphere outside the main gate temporarily fell silent. Then, gazes turned backward, only to see the rumbling sound of horse hooves not far away. Nearly a hundred magnificent steeds galloped from a distance, and finally, with a wave of a hand, they all stopped outside the Lei family's main gate. Such a large contingent of people and horses occupied half the road, creating an astonishing presence.
"It's the Lin family, they actually came..."
"I heard that the Lei and Xie families are very displeased with the Lin family right now. I didn't expect the Lin family to actually dare to come. Heh heh, it seems there's a good show to watch this time."
"Alas, the Lin family is just asking for trouble."
Many gazes swept over the Lin family's contingent, discussing animatedly. Some forces that had previously interacted with the Lin family hesitated to go forward and greet them. Now that the Lei and Xie families had joined forces, their strength was even greater. If they stood with the Lin family, they would naturally have to bear the consequences themselves.
Lin Zhengtian paid no attention to the attitudes of these people. He dismounted, his expression extremely calm.
"Haha, Old Master Lin is truly getting stronger with age. Lei Pi thanks you in advance for being able to attend the friendly relations between the Lei and Xie families this time." As soon as the Lin family's contingent arrived, a figure surrounded by a group of people quickly walked out from within the Lei family's main gate. His gaze swept over the majority of the Lin family's contingent, his expression unchanged, as he narrowed his eyes and said with a smile.
"This old man knows you wish I would die sooner." Lin Zhengtian did not spare any face for someone who had shamelessly ambushed Lin Dong, and said indifferently.
Lei Pi's eyelids twitched slightly. Then he looked at the majority of the Lin family's contingent and said, "Old Master Lin, there aren't many seats in the manor, so please ask these people to remain outside the manor."
"Is that so? Are you afraid we'll cause trouble?" On the side, Lin Dong chuckled, then as if remembering something, he said, "How are your injuries?"
Upon hearing Lin Dong's words, Lei Pi's expression couldn't help but turn somewhat gloomy. His cold gaze fixed on Lin Dong, looking like a wild beast about to devour someone.
Lin Zhentian strode forward, standing in front of Lin Dong. Although his body did not appear robust, it still caused Lei Pi's breathing to slow slightly, and his footsteps involuntarily retreated two steps.
Having pushed Lei Pi back, Lin Zhentian glanced at him, then waved his hand, and the hundred-plus figures behind him dispersed.
For this visit, Lin Zhentian had brought almost all of the Lin family's elite forces. Even though he had now entered the Minor Yuan Dan Stage, Lin Zhentian's cautious nature remained unchanged. He would not allow any oversight. Although most of these men did not enter the Lei family compound, if they were dispersed and something unexpected occurred, they could send a signal and rush into the Lei family compound at the fastest speed.
"Please!"
Seeing Lin Zhentian disperse his men, Lei Pi then opened the main gate and said.
Upon seeing this, Lin Zhentian tilted his head and nodded towards Lin Xiao and the others. Even under numerous scrutinizing gazes, he confidently stepped through the main gate of the Lei family. Behind him, Lin Dong, Lin Xiao, and the others quickly followed.
Watching the retreating figures of Lin Zhentian's group, Lei Pi licked his lips, a sinister and fierce glint appearing in his eyes. He muttered in a voice only he could hear, "After today, I will make your Lin family kneel at the feet of my Lei family!"