Chapter 1335: 693: Departure_2

Chapter 1335: Chapter 693: Departure_2

As cultivators continued to arrive, the square grew increasingly crowded.

Among these people, the majority were members of the Liang Family who had come to bid farewell.

At this moment, two streaks of light pierced the sky, moving with astonishing speed.

Soon, the two streaks halted beside Liang Shaorong, revealing their figures.

The arrivals were none other than Lin Tianming and his wife, Qin Xi.

Upon seeing Lin Tianming and Qin Xi appear, Liang Shaorong quickly cupped his hands in salute and took the initiative to greet Lin Tianming.

At the same time, the other Golden Core Stage cultivators also cupped their fists and greeted Lin Tianming respectfully.

Seeing this, Lin Tianming nodded lightly in response, then sat with Qin Xi to rest with his eyes closed.

At this moment, the five hundred Foundation Establishment cultivators of the Liang Family, along with the others who had come to send them off, cast probing gazes toward Lin Tianming and Qin Xi.

Looking across the crowd, most gazes were filled with fiery admiration, though a few faces were pale, showing complex expressions.

Evidently, the gulf in cultivation and strength between these individuals and Lin Tianming was too vast.

Now, faced with a top-tier powerhouse like Lin Tianming, some felt excitement and reverence, while others seemed unable to withstand Lin Tianming’s intangible aura and were overcome with terror.

Many of these people had witnessed Lin Tianming’s ferocious battlefield prowess from afar.

After all, during the great battle outside the Liang Family territory, most clan members who weren’t in seclusion had seen Lin Tianming’s magnificence firsthand.

Though their cultivation levels were not high, and they had watched from a distance, they gleaned much from the grand spectacle.

At that time, Lin Tianming’s battlefield was the fiercest, and the commotion he caused was the greatest.

Blinding lights frequently tore through the void, and waves of intense energy swept across the surroundings.

Even shielded by the Defensive Great Formation, these individuals could still feel the terrifying aura and chaos on the battlefield.

When they saw Lin Tianming use his methods to kill Song Xin, every observer was left utterly awestruck.

From that moment, they finally understood what it meant to be a true top-tier strongman.

Even after the battle ended, the memory of Lin Tianming’s unparalleled attacks lingered in their minds, indelible.

Now, seeing Lin Tianming appear once again, the Liang Family members naturally felt their emotions stir.

As a result, some Liang Family members pointed excitedly toward Lin Tianming’s direction and exclaimed, “Look quickly! That’s Elder Lin!”

As soon as the words left his mouth, other cultivators eagerly chimed in.

“I didn’t expect Elder Lin to still be with the family. With him joining the expedition, I’m sure this attack plan will proceed effortlessly!”

“Haha… With the Patriarch and Elder Lin stepping in, this family is destined to return triumphant!”

“…”

Soon, the scene became abuzz with excitement. A large number of cultivators began exchanging animated conversations.

Considering that these voices originated from Liang Family members and that Lin Tianming’s fearsome strength was beyond dispute, no one dared to utter nonsense.

Every remark was filled with admiration and respect.

Furthermore, those who hadn’t witnessed the battlefield found it hard to resist asking their peers about it.

At this moment, a Liang Family cultivator at the Sixth Level of Qi Refinement excitedly said to a nearby middle-aged cultivator, “Uncle, I was in secluded cultivation at the time and missed Elder Lin’s dazzling prowess.”

“If you have the time, perhaps you could describe the battle to us juniors!”

As soon as these words were spoken, many other Liang Family cultivators gathered around and chimed in.

“Yes, Uncle! Please tell us about it!”

Hearing this, the middle-aged cultivator’s face lit up with enthusiasm, and he began to recount what he had witnessed.

“Haha… If any of you had been there, you would’ve been utterly stunned!”

“Song Xin from Yuanchen Sect was a Fake Infant-level pinnacle strongman, formidable beyond comparison, with incredibly powerful magical treasures.”

“Earlier, Elder Lin had already slain two Late Stage Golden Core experts—one was Yang Yinghai from Tianqing Sect, and the other was a Late Stage Golden Core monk they had invited.”

“Yet, even so, Elder Lin didn’t expend much effort to eliminate Song Xin as well.”

“…”

At this moment, as the middle-aged cultivator passionately recounted his experiences, his words were filled with admiration and respect toward Lin Tianming, along with some embellished descriptions.

With such an atmosphere, the crowd grew even livelier.

Hearing all this, Lin Tianming remained calm, his expression undisturbed. He didn’t open his eyes or interrupt the Liang Family members, nor did he offer any clarification.

Similarly, Liang Shaorong, who had clearly heard the discussions, showed no intent to intervene.

As a result, the scene grew more intense, and the atmosphere became increasingly fervent.

Between bouts of laughter and chatter, time quietly passed.

Before long, the last few Golden Core Stage cultivators arrived one after another, completing the assembly of the figures who had initially appeared in the Liang Family Reception Hall.

At the sight of the final arrivals, Liang Shaorong glanced toward the depths of the Liang Family territory and then surveyed the crowd.

Soon, he withdrew his gaze and shouted loudly, “Fellow Daoists, all the strongmen in our coalition are now present.”

“Since that’s the case, descendants of the clan, let’s set out!”

As his voice fell, Liang Shaorong swept his sleeve, and Liang Zhuoshi, who stood among the departing crowd, opened a pathway through the shimmering barrier of the Mountain Protection Array.

Immediately, Liang Shaorong took the lead, leaping through the passage to emerge beyond the Liang Family’s Mountain Protection Formation.

Following Liang Shaorong’s lead, Lin Tianming and Qin Xi quickly stepped forward and crossed through the passage, reaching an open space outside the Liang Family territory.

Behind the three of them, the rest of the Liang Family cultivators and members of the Yang Clan followed closely.

As the Golden Core Stage cultivators left the square, the waiting crowd of Liang Family Foundation Establishment cultivators hastily followed suit.

Soon, over five hundred people had assembled outside the Liang Family territory.

At this moment, seeing that all participants of the action had gathered, Liang Shaorong waved his sleeve, and three dark-brown flying boats appeared above the crowd.

“Daoist Yang, you and Lu Daoyou will board one flying boat together.”

“Qingyu, you will join Zhuo Ying and several others to share one flying boat with the rest of the clan members.”

“Once we arrive at the Li Family’s territory, proceed directly according to the original plan.”

“As for Lin Daoyou and his wife, they’ll accompany me and the other clan members aboard another flying boat.”

Liang Shaorong made the arrangement tentatively before flying onto the deck of one of the flying boats.

After his gesture, the other Liang Family cultivators quickly stepped forward and boarded the decks of the flying boats.

Hearing these instructions, Lin Tianming showed no intention of refusal.

Given their cultivation strength, there was essentially no danger to speak of.

Moreover, since Liang Shaorong was the core leader of this expedition, it was natural to follow his arrangements.

Thus, Lin Tianming nodded in agreement and joined Qin Xi in flying up to the deck of one flying boat.

The others, unwilling to lag behind, swiftly followed suit.

Within only a few breaths, everyone had boarded the flying boats and taken their seats on the decks, awaiting Liang Shaorong’s next command.

At this moment, as Liang Shaorong observed the deep recesses of the Liang Family territory, his expression revealed a hint of complexity, his thoughts unclear.

Soon, Liang Shaorong returned to his senses, his expression softening.

“Time is of the essence; let’s depart!”

As Liang Shaorong voiced these words, the flying boat streaked forward, heading in a particular direction.

Following this, the other two flying boats shimmered with light before vanishing into the distance.

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