153: One-on-one!

"Is this Lin Yan insane?!" Lu Chang and Rong Heng spoke out in anger simultaneously.

"We went through so much trouble to invite Yan Nan!" Wen Lan's face was cold. "What on earth does he think he's doing?!"

"Doesn't he know how disadvantageous this makes our situation?"

"What benefit does he get from doing this?"

"Exactly!"

"That lunatic!"

"Don't tell me he doesn't know Yan Nan's identity!"

"What about Shen Ling?"

"Was Shen Ling beaten by him too?"

"No, but she's been scared witless," the old man answered immediately.

Wei Xiangyang gritted his teeth.

"He knows that a noble within the Imperial Court wouldn't dare move against a Star Patrol Envoy, especially a heavily guarded Domain Level one like him."

"So all the fury will only be vented on the company."

"One region versus five star rivers—which is more significant?"

"In the end, it all falls back on Your Highness!"

"And because of authority levels, we can't even do anything to him internally."

"That god-awful man!"

"What a clever preemptive strike!"

"What ruthless methods!!"

These words were like a cold spring poured over their hearts, making their already burning anger even harder to settle.

Their expressions instantly became even more somber.

Truly too ruthless!

It went without saying that as the ones who arrived first, they would certainly face severe accountability from Your Highness.

Especially Wei Xiangyang.

This incident happened in the Central Region he was responsible for; he couldn't escape responsibility no matter what.

At that moment, the old man seemed to receive some news and immediately said,

"Lord Star Envoys, Shen Wenshi is rushing toward the restaurant. Additionally, the other Four Great Powers seem to be preparing to set out after receiving the news. We..."

Wei Xiangyang took a deep breath.

He didn't answer the question immediately, but instead asked another.

"Where is Lin Yan?"

It had to be said.

He indeed had some skill.

Wen Lan and the other two instantly understood his intention.

"Right!"

"Where is that kid?!"

"Find him, then forcibly bring him to the scene."

"Even if we can't salvage the situation, it will show that this wasn't done under our instructions."

Hearing this, the old man was about to make contact immediately.

A knock came at the door, and a respectful voice entered the room.

"My Lord."

"Star Envoy Lin of the Eastern Region has arrived."

The old man's movements froze.

Wei Xiangyang and the other three snapped their heads up, fists clenched tightly, as anger erupted in their hearts like a volcano.

Damn it!

He's got guts!

He's slapping us right in the face, isn't he!

Intense anger filled the entire room.

The old man swallowed hard.

He tried desperately to step aside, but found his legs were like lead, unable to move at all.

Wei Xiangyang's voice carried a bone-chilling coldness.

"Invite him in!"

"Yes!" came the response from outside.

The door slowly opened.

The eyes of the four instantly landed on the Youth in Black, who wore a faint smile.

Lin Yan's eyes flickered slightly.

They have some strength.

And this oppressive atmosphere, along with those predatory gazes that seemed ready to swallow him whole...

They received the news quite quickly.

He walked inside leisurely.

"Ple... please... st... stop."

Fu Ying, who was about to follow him in, frowned and turned toward the four figures speaking cautiously, preparing to act.

Lin Yan's voice already drifted over.

"Just stay outside, it's fine."

Fu Ying's movements paused, and he stood quietly by the slowly closing door.

Phew... the four Guard Team Captains breathed a sigh of relief simultaneously.

Goddammit!

We were almost slapped into the ground!

Is this the Guard Team of a Domain-level Prodigy?

Too terrifying!

Emperor Rank! Definitely Emperor Rank!

In that same instant, their hearts leaped into their throats again.

The expressions of the four Your Highnesses just now didn't look good; they wouldn't start fighting, would they?

Please, anything but that!

...Lin Yan ignored the four gazes, leisurely scanning the many luxurious decorations as he walked straight toward the seat of honor.

The trembling old man standing in the center caught a glimpse of the figure passing by.

"Go and brew a cup of tea for me."

A voice like a spring breeze reached him.

The heavy pressure weighing on him suddenly vanished.

"Yes... yes..." the old man replied reflexively, about to turn and leave.

"Who said you could leave?" a low voice rang out.

The old man froze, tremblingly turning to look at the figure above with a terrifyingly gloomy face. "I..."

"I told him to go." Lin Yan brushed past Wei Xiangyang and plopped down in his former seat. "Is there a problem?"

Fuck!

Never mind how ugly Wei Xiangyang's face was as he stood with his back to Lin Yan.

Lu Chang and Rong Heng, who had long been unable to hold back, spoke out angrily at the same time.

"Lin Yan!"

"Do you have any idea what you've done?"

"To think you still dare to put on such a high and mighty act here!"

With that,

the two, their heads clouded by rage, stepped forward and attacked brazenly.

Facing the two palms about to seize him and the overwhelming pressure crashing down,

Lin Yan's expression didn't change at all.

"What I do is none of your business."

Black Flames suddenly appeared, and a supreme aura surged.

Bang—!

A loud boom echoed.

The four figures outside the room snapped their heads around, their expressions changing slightly.

They all looked at Fu Ying, who was still standing by the door with his eyes closed, resting his spirit. They gritted their teeth and turned their heads back as if they hadn't sensed a thing.

Your Highness!

We have already "pinned down" his guard!

Rest assured, it's definitely a fair duel inside!

Back in the room.

Two pale figures were on the ground coughing up blood, their eyes filled with indescribable shock and fury.

Sixth Grade Late Stage!

Not Fifth Grade Early Stage!

It's only been a few days!

Even Wei Xiangyang, who had turned around, and Wen Lan, who was about to strike, had slight changes in their expressions.

This kid!

A single brief exchange had completely shattered all their previous thoughts.

"Brew the tea!"

Lin Yan glanced at the two on the ground, his voice brook no argument.

"Yes! Yes!"

The old man immediately ran out of the room.

That brief moment allowed the four by the door to catch a glimpse, and the faces of two of them changed instantly.

But after a glance at Fu Ying, they still didn't dare do anything.

It's okay! It's okay!

Your Highness only has minor injuries! It's not a big deal!

Hang in there, Your Highness!

Wei Xiangyang had no mind to worry about these details anymore.

He signaled Wen Lan to stop with his eyes as she tried to step forward, then spoke in a deep voice.

"One strike to decide the winner."

"If I win, you come with us!"

"If you win, you can naturally do whatever you want."

He didn't waste words; between two people who understood each other perfectly, there was no need.

A rare flash of appreciation crossed Lin Yan's eyes.

This Wei Xiangyang is quite decent.

"Fine!"

A Star River Rank with Eighth Grade Late Stage cultivation must certainly have King Rank Invincible combat power.

A perfect chance to test it!

Wei Xiangyang gazed at the figure still sitting steadily in the chair; he felt no anger, but instead, his expression grew increasingly solemn.

Domain Level!

No one knew the terror of it better than he, who had personally come into contact with that person from the Starry Sky Bank.

Since he dared to do this, he must have absolute confidence!

A cold, glinting battle saber appeared in his hand.

A powerful pressure that made the entire building tremble rose and spread.