146: Join forces

Lin Feng pondered for a moment and said, "One hour should be enough, but to ensure everything goes smoothly, I still need to make some preparations."

Qingyun quickly responded, "Daoist Lin, what do you need? Just say the word. As long as I can do it, I will go all out."

Lin Feng nodded slightly and said, "I need to know some information about Baili Xing and your journey, such as your travel route, estimated arrival time, and Baili Xing's strength. This information is crucial to me; only with a full understanding can I devise a foolproof plan."

Upon hearing this, Qingyun did not hesitate and immediately told Lin Feng everything he knew.

It turned out that Qingyun and Baili Xing had agreed to meet in Cloud Hidden City to travel together to Northland City, with the purpose of attending a grand event of the Northland Human Race. This event was held every ten years, gathering elites from various Schools of the Northland Human Race. It was not only an excellent Opportunity for exchange and sparring but also featured countless rare treasures and Secret Manuals.

Qingyun and Baili Xing's journey was to seek some Opportunity and improve their strength.

As for Baili Xing's strength, Qingyun was also very knowledgeable. Baili Xing was currently at the Early stage Golden Core cultivation, and he possessed various secret arts and Magic Treasures, making his strength not to be underestimated.

After listening to Qingyun's narration, Lin Feng already had a plan in mind. He smiled slightly and said, "Brother Qingyun, how about this: tell me the route you must take for this journey, so I can go ahead and prepare."

Lin Feng secretly calculated how to set up an ambush to ensure he could kill Baili Xing with one blow. This operation allowed no room for error; if it failed, not only would he be in danger, but Qingyun would also lose his life.

Seeing Lin Feng silent, Qingyun couldn't help but feel a little uneasy. He cautiously asked, "Daoist Lin, do you have confidence?"

Lin Feng snapped out of his contemplation, looked at Qingyun, and said,

"Of course, I have confidence, but it also requires Brother Qingyun's cooperation. As long as Brother Qingyun acts according to my plan, Baili Xing's journey this time will be a one-way trip."

Upon hearing this, Qingyun felt a little relieved. He knew that being able to ask Lin Feng for help this time was a great Opportunity. As long as Baili Xing could be eliminated, he would not only receive a generous reward but also make a name for himself among the Northland Human Race.

Thinking of this, Qingyun immediately declared, "Daoist Lin, rest assured, I will do my best to cooperate with Daoist Lin's actions."

Lin Feng nodded and said, "However, before that, Daoist Qingyun, don't you need to swear an oath to the Heavenly Dao first?"

Upon hearing this, Qingyun's expression changed slightly, but then he relaxed. He understood that Lin Feng's request was reasonable, as this matter carried great risks, and without some constraints, Lin Feng would not easily offer his help.

Qingyun gritted his teeth and said, "Alright, Daoist Lin, I, Qingyun, hereby swear to the Heavenly Dao that if Daoist Lin helps me kill Baili Xing, I will present the Jade Slip in my hand to him and never go back on my word. If I violate this oath, I am willing to suffer the punishment of the Heavenly Dao, and my Soul Flying Away and Spirit Scattering."

Lin Feng nodded slightly at this. He said, "Good, Brother Qingyun, in that case, it's a deal. You can hand over that Jade Slip to me for safekeeping for now, and I will return it to you after the matter is settled."

Upon hearing this, although Qingyun felt a bit reluctant, he knew that Lin Feng was doing this to prevent him from backing out. He gritted his teeth and handed the Jade Slip in his hand to Lin Feng.

Lin Feng took the Jade Slip and immersed his Divine Sense into it, beginning to browse through the dozen or so Formations. These Formations were indeed exquisitely brilliant, greatly broadening his horizons. He secretly rejoiced, this time helping Qingyun had truly yielded quite a harvest.

Qingyun saw Lin Feng immersed in the Jade Slip, and he knew he had found the right person this time. As long as Lin Feng could help him kill Baili Xing, he would be free.

Both had their own thoughts but tacitly did not break the silence. Time passed unknowingly, and in a blink of an eye, night fell, with a bright moon hanging high in the sky.

Lin Feng came back to his senses from the Jade Slip, looked at Qingyun, and said, "Brother Qingyun, it's getting late. You should leave first. I will appear on your destined path seven days from now."

Upon hearing this, Qingyun stood up and cupped his fists towards Lin Feng, saying, "Then I shall trouble Daoist Lin. I will take my leave first."

With that, Qingyun turned and left, quickly disappearing into the night.

Lin Feng watched Qingyun's departing back, secretly contemplating his next move. He knew that this operation allowed no room for error and that he must make thorough preparations.

He turned and went to a hidden spot on the path Qingyun and Baili Xing were destined to take and began to set up a Formation. Lin Feng first set up a concealment Formation here, and then he arranged the Small Five Elements Inversion Formation he had in his hand. This Formation had immense power, enough to trap a Late stage of the Golden Core Realm Cultivator. Even Baili Xing would find it difficult to break out of the Formation in a short time. To ensure everything went smoothly, Lin Feng also set up some traps and mechanisms around the Formation, just waiting for Baili Xing to fall into the net.

Seven days passed in a flash, and Lin Feng had been hidden in the shadows, quietly waiting for Qingyun and Baili Xing to arrive.

Lin Feng hid in the shadows, silently observing the area. Two figures then appeared in Lin Feng's line of sight; they were Qingyun and Baili Xing. They were chatting along the way, seemingly unaware of anything unusual.

Seeing this, Lin Feng sneered inwardly. Of course, they wouldn't notice anything unusual because the Formation he had set up was one he had studied and refined over many years. Unless one had a very deep understanding of Formations, it would be impossible to detect it.

Lin Feng waited quietly until Qingyun and Baili Xing flew into the Formation he had set up. Just then, he fiercely activated the Formation, and Rays of light (beams of light) shot out from all directions, instantly enveloping Qingyun and Baili Xing.

Baili Xing's expression changed drastically when he saw this. He hadn't expected to encounter a Formation here. He hastily activated his movement technique, wanting to break free from the Formation's restraints, but found it futile.

Qingyun's face was also pale. He hadn't expected Lin Feng to actually be able to set up such a powerful Formation. He looked at Lin Feng, his eyes filled with a pleading expression.

Lin Feng looked at Qingyun and Baili Xing, a cold smile playing on his lips. He said, "Baili Xing, your time of death has arrived."

Baili Xing's expression also froze slightly when he saw Lin Feng suddenly appear.

He hadn't expected Lin Feng to appear here, nor had he expected to fall into Lin Feng's trap. He glared at Lin Feng and shouted, "Lin Feng, you actually dared to scheme against me! You ran away last time, and I didn't look for you, but you've come knocking on my door yourself! I think you're looking for death!"

With that, Baili Xing was about to order Qingyun to join forces with him to deal with Lin Feng, but Qingyun stood still, unmoving, his eyes full of struggle and determination.