Mainland Martial Arts

The Murong family's patriarch thought for a moment and nodded. "Okay, let's give it a try. However, we must prepare for the worst. If the negotiations fail, we may need to take other measures."

At this moment, the sky outside the window was covered with dark clouds, as if foreshadowing an increasingly serious situation in the future. The heads of the Wang and Murong families were filled with worry and anxiety.

The next day, the Wang and Murong families sent envoys to the Lin family. Carrying valuable gifts, the envoys arrived at the Lin family's residence with trepidation.

The second elder met with the envoys. He had a faint smile on his face, and his true thoughts could not be seen.

The envoys respectfully saluted the head of the Lin family and expressed the sincerity of the Wang family and the Murong family.

After listening to this, the Lin family patriarch smiled slightly and said, "I understand what you mean. But why do you want to get rid of Lin Feng?"

The envoys exchanged a glance, hesitated for a moment, and then answered truthfully, "Lin Feng is a genius of the Lin family. His growth poses a threat to both our families. We are worried that he will lead the Lin family to become even more powerful."

The Second Elder laughed heartily, "I see. You are jealous of Lin Feng's talent and are afraid that the Lin family will become increasingly powerful."

The envoys' expressions turned somewhat grim, but they still managed a forced smile. "We are not jealous, we are just considering the future of our family."

The Lin family's patriarch put away his smile and said seriously, "I can understand your concerns. However, Lin Feng is the pride of the Lin family. If you dare to touch Lin Feng, this matter will not end just like that."

The envoys' faces were solemn, fully aware of the difficulty of this mission. One of them stepped forward and said respectfully, "Second Elder, we have come here in the hope of resolving our conflict peacefully."

Lin Chaozhi's gaze was as cold as ice. He stared at the messenger intently, his eyes revealing determination and resolve. His brows were tightly furrowed, as if expressing his inner dissatisfaction and anger.

Lin Chaozhi sneered, his voice filled with undisguised contempt: "Your Wang and Murong families attacked Feng'er, and they are also closely related to Ding Kun's disappearance. What else is there to discuss?"

The envoys showed a trace of helplessness on their faces, and one of them said quickly: "Second Elder, there may be some misunderstanding. Our Wang family and Murong family have no ill intentions. We are also looking for Lin Dingkun's whereabouts."

Lin Chaozhi's eyes became sharper, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly, revealing a mocking smile: "Misunderstanding? Your disappearance and Lin Dingkun's disappearance happened at the same time. Is this just a coincidence? I think you are guilty!"

Another messenger quickly explained, "Second Elder, this incident is indeed a bit strange, but we really have no intention of harming Lin Dingkun. Perhaps we can work together to find his whereabouts. This will benefit everyone."

Lin Chaozhi slammed the table and stood up. His face was filled with anger, and the veins on his forehead bulged, as if venting his rage. His eyes were wide open, and his voice was like thunder. "No need! We, the Lin family, have our own way. Go back and tell your head that the conflict between us will not be resolved so easily! I, Lin Chaozhi, will definitely find out the truth and make you pay the price!"

Seeing that the negotiations were hopeless, the envoys had no choice but to leave. As they left the Lin family's gate, they felt a surge of worry. The breakdown of the negotiations had put the Wang and Murong families in an even more passive position.

Back at the Lin family, Lin Chaozhi's expression remained utterly gloomy. His eyes flickered with rage, as if he wanted to incinerate everything. He turned to his disciples and issued an order: "Instruct them to strengthen surveillance of the Wang and Murong families. Report any unusual activity to me immediately!"

The disciples took their orders and left, Lin Chaozhi's heart filled with firm conviction. He clenched his fists and secretly vowed to find Lin Dingkun's whereabouts and seek justice for him.

After the messenger left, Second Elder Lin Chaozhi suddenly slammed the table, causing the teacup to fall over and spill the tea onto the tabletop. His eyes were like sharp blades, filled with anger and determination.

Lin Chaozhi turned around and ordered in a low and firm voice: "Crack down on the Wang and Murong families' shops!" The Lin family disciples acted quickly, moving through the streets and alleys of Muyang Town like a gust of wind.

The Wang and Murong families' shops were instantly deserted, and the shopkeepers looked anxiously at the Lin family disciples, feeling helpless and angry. When the two family heads learned of this, their veins bulged with rage, their fists clenched, and they paced back and forth.

In order to deal with it, they held an emergency meeting to discuss countermeasures. Meanwhile, Lin Chaozhi watched closely in the study with a grim expression.

The Wang and Murong families dispatched their men to secretly investigate the Lin family's business activities, hoping to find an opportunity to strike back. As the business war intensified, the atmosphere in Muyang Town became extremely tense.

Everyone's mind is filled with calculations and strategies, their actions revealing determination and resoluteness. A business storm is about to unfold, but who will emerge victorious?

As the Wang and Murong families fell into despair, the Wang family of Qingmu City sent a mysterious figure like a godsend. This figure was a fourth-rank warrior, the pinnacle of strength in Muyang Town. Aside from the head of the Lin family, few could rival him.

The mysterious man stepped into the Wang family like a gust of wind. His appearance gave the people of the Wang family and the Murong family a glimmer of hope, as if they had grabbed a life-saving straw.

The mysterious man just said coldly: "Take me to the Lin family."

Patriarch Wang and Patriarch Murong exchanged a glance, then respectfully brought the mysterious man to the Lin family.

The mysterious man threw the clothes stained with Lin Dingkun's blood in front of the second elder of the Lin family and said coldly, "Lin Dingkun is in our hands now. If you don't want him to die, stop suppressing the Wang and Murong families immediately!"

The second elder's voice trembled slightly: "What do you want?"

The mysterious man raised his lips slightly, revealing a hint of sarcasm: "It's very simple, stop all your actions, otherwise, prepare to collect Lin Dingkun's body!"

The Murong family head quickly agreed: "Yes, we have no choice. As long as your Lin family is willing to stop, we are willing to coexist peacefully."

When the Lin family heard the news, they were shocked.

Lin Chaozhi's face was so gloomy that water could drip out of it. He gritted his teeth and said, "This is a naked threat! We must not compromise easily!"

Lin Dingxing's fists clenched until they crackled. His hair stood on end with rage, his eyes wide open as he roared, "Damn it! How dare you threaten us with my second brother's life! We must find a way to save him!"

At this time, the mysterious man spoke again, his voice as cold as the wind: "I'll give you a day to think about it. If I don't get your answer on this matter tomorrow, don't blame me for being cruel." After that, he turned and left, leaving the Lin family members sitting on pins and needles in a tense atmosphere.