259: Confrontation

The relationship between the three great royal families in Yunluo City was very complex, involving both cooperation and competition.

There were even some unspeakable internal conflicts among them.

Zhou Lin was also a leader among the younger generation of Disciples in the Zhou Family, but when placed among these three great royal families... he was somewhat lacking.

To put it in one sentence... he was the 'Eternal Third'!

Ahead of Zhou Lin were Kong Ci of the Kong Family, and then Gu Yuehan, with Zhou Lin ranked third.

Young people sought fame and victory, and these three often competed to secure their rankings.

Just half a month ago, Zhou Lin had a match with Gu Yuehan, hoping to shed his 'Eternal Third' title, but unfortunately, he was still a step behind and narrowly lost.

To this day, Zhou Lin's 'Eternal Third' title remained firmly in place!

Whenever he thought of this, Zhou Lin couldn't help but feel annoyed, gritting his teeth.

And just now, a young brat actually told someone that he was ranked third, making his 'Eternal Third' title even more prominent, which immediately infuriated him.

This was truly something an uncle could tolerate... but an aunt could not!

He would definitely teach this young brat a good lesson today!

Zhou Lin had always been short-tempered; he drew his sword and slashed, a Sword Qi instantly flying before Ou Bai!

Ou Bai was completely stunned in place, his face pale. He had just quietly told Li Qi about Zhou Lin's background, but Zhou Lin had still overheard him.

When Zhou Lin looked at him with an angry expression, Ou Bai immediately knew he had said the wrong thing and thought, 'This is bad.'

Ou Bai was just a half-grown child; neither his strength nor his status could compare with Zhou Lin. How could he block the opponent's attack?

If there were no accidents... Ou Bai would surely die!

“Alas...”

A soft sigh sounded in Ou Bai's ear; Li Qi, who was beside him, also made a move.

He raised his hand to block in front of Ou Bai, gently pinching with his fingers. In an instant, he grasped the Sword Qi that Zhou Lin had unleashed!

Preventing it from advancing an inch!

Such a sudden turn of events astonished everyone who witnessed it; they all looked at Li Qi with looks of shock.

The sharp Sword Qi continuously surged, its Qi blades cutting Li Qi's palm, emitting a sharp grinding sound, just like a blade rubbing against profound iron.

The Sword Qi cut Li Qi's palm, but it only left a faint white mark, not even breaking his skin, causing Li Qi no harm at all.

Li Qi's fingertips were like hooks; he gently clasped his five fingers... and directly crushed the Sword Qi Zhou Lin had unleashed into pieces!

It exploded!

The shattered and scattered Sword Qi dispersed, overturning nearby tables and chairs, and also fluttering Li Qi's clothes.

With just a casual pinch, Li Qi crushed Zhou Lin's Sword Qi, neutralizing the opponent's attack. This scene completely shocked everyone present.

“My goodness! Someone actually crushed Sword Qi with bare hands?”

“This is the first time I’ve ever seen this in my life!”

“The most crucial thing is that it wasn't ordinary Sword Qi; it was Sword Qi unleashed by Zhou Lin... not just anyone can block it!”

“Incredible, who is this person? How can he possess such strength?”

“I don’t recognize him, does anyone here?”

“I don't recognize him either.”

Everyone discussed in hushed tones, but Li Qi paid them no mind. He stood tall, his robes fluttering, quietly observing Zhou Lin below.

Zhou Lin's initial rage gradually subsided; instead, a hint of solemnity appeared on his face, and he likewise stared intently at Li Qi above.

Few among the younger generation in Yunluo City could withstand one of his sword strikes, and those who could crush his Sword Qi with bare hands... were almost non-existent.

Even Kong Ci, who was ranked first, could not possibly do it.

Perhaps only the Family Heads and Elders of those royal families could achieve this.

“This young man is extremely strong!”

Zhou Lin thought to himself.

Li Qi and Zhou Lin below were subtly in a standoff, and the atmosphere between them became more serious.

Although Ou Bai was merely Li Qi's guide, not even a friend, this child had done nothing seriously wrong. To violently attack and kill someone simply for mentioning a third-place ranking... Li Qi would not stand idly by.

Furthermore, Li Qi was sitting right next to Ou Bai, and Zhou Lin dared to make a move, such disregard for Li Qi displeased him even more.

If Zhou Lin dared to continue, the two would certainly have to fight!

Two Nascent Divinity Realm - Peak Stage experts faced off, and the atmosphere in the air grew increasingly tense. Those around them also sensed the abnormality and quickly moved away.

Zhou Lin's companions were also Disciples of the Zhou Family. These individuals were prepared and stared intently at Li Qi on the second floor of the restaurant. If a fight truly broke out, they would also act.

However, this standoff did not last long. Zhou Lin let out a cold snort and turned his head.

“Let's go.”

The other Zhou Family Disciples did not say much, and the group quickly departed.

Seeing that no fight ultimately broke out, the onlookers were also disappointed, with no excitement to watch, and they dispersed.

A commotion arose quickly but also dissipated quickly. After the dust settled, Ou Bai, having survived the ordeal, let out a long sigh of relief.

“My Lord, if you hadn't intervened to save me just now, this junior would already be dead.”

“Words cannot express my gratitude for such a great kindness. In the future, if there is any place where this junior can be of use, I will not hesitate to face death!”

The Zhou Family was a local power here, and Li Qi's willingness to take on the risk to save Ou Bai made him very grateful.

However, Li Qi waved his hand, signaling the other party not to worry.

On the surface, he was only a Yan Fa Realm, but his true strength was World King Realm!

And he was among the most formidable in the World King Realm!

Let alone a mere Zhou Lin; even if all the World King Realm experts of Yunluo City's royal families came, Li Qi would not bat an eye.

“It's just a mere Zhou Lin; he's not enough to make me hesitate.”

Li Qi chuckled softly, then continued to eat and drink.