Qin Zaitian could fully understand that feeling; he too had experienced the loss of a loved one.
Furthermore, Elder Yu had lost his entire family in an incident years ago.
Qin Zaitian stood behind Elder Yu with deep empathy and said in a low voice, "Elder Yu, rest assured. Since Ye Longlin has appeared here today, let him remain here forever. We will avenge your past grievances and my present humiliation."
Meanwhile, within the Tian family.
Ye Longlin noticed Tianyi glancing at his watch from time to time. If his guess was correct, he was stalling for time.
However, whether time was being stalled or not made no difference to him.
"You don't need to waste your time here with me. If you want to stall, I'll give you time. Is an hour enough? You can summon everyone you know, and all your connections, and we can settle it all at once."
Ye Longlin's tone was casual, as if he were discussing an ordinary matter.
Tianyi's expression turned grim. He couldn't help but snort coldly, "Ye Longlin, aren't you being too arrogant? Do you really think you can deal with both our families? Are you overestimating yourself?"
Ye Longlin smiled faintly without speaking, but the mockery in his eyes made Tianyi feel deeply insulted.
"I'm giving you time to find people. This is your only chance."
After speaking, Ye Longlin didn't bother to engage further. He casually picked up a fishing rod nearby and cast it directly into the pond.
His composure made Tianyi's heart sink. Could it be that the other party had some contingency, or something that could decide the outcome?
Yuan Gang asked from behind, "Boss, letting him go find people like this, won't there be any unexpected issues?"
Ye Longlin chuckled lightly, "How do you think our risk tolerance compares?"
Yuan Gang immediately understood his meaning and said no more.
Tianyi, having left, went directly to the deepest part of the Tian family mansion, which was where the Tian family's old ancestor was in seclusion.
"Junior Tianyi requests the ancestor's intervention to suppress the powerful enemy!"
"Junior Tianyi requests the ancestor's intervention to suppress the powerful enemy!"
"Junior Tianyi requests the ancestor's intervention to suppress the powerful enemy!"
As his voice echoed, it spread outwards like ripples.
"What is it?"
A voice came from the deepest part.
Tianyi rejoiced and quickly said respectfully, "Our Tian family is currently facing a powerful enemy, and I request the ancestor's intervention to suppress them."
"Only if there is a threat of clan annihilation will I intervene. For any other minor matters, resolve them yourselves."
The majestic voice came from the deepest part.
Tianyi spoke with a solemn tone, "Reporting to the ancestor, the Tian family is currently facing a threat of annihilation. Your junior has reached a consensus with the Qin family to jointly resist the powerful enemy. This individual is the son of Ye Guohui from back then, and his strength should not be underestimated. We do not currently know his cultivation level, as all the people we sent have died.
At least ten Martial Spirits have fallen by his hand, and Tian Yifei, who was hailed as our clan's hope, also died by his hand. Furthermore, Qin Xiaoxuan of the Qin family also perished by his hand. If he is not dealt with, Qing City will never know peace."
After he finished speaking, the entire space seemed to fall silent.
However, the silence did not last long before two figures dressed in long robes emerged. Their hair was white, indicating their advanced age, but their spirits seemed robust.
Tian Fa and Tian Ci, two ancestors!
"Junior unfilial disciple Tianyi pays respects to the two ancestors."
Tian Fa and Tian Ci looked quite similar, being brothers born of the same mother.
"Where is this person now?"
Ancestor Tian Ci asked, without emitting any aura, appearing like an ordinary person.
"Reporting to the ancestors, this person is currently fishing by the pond, acting fearlessly, as if he has us in a sure grip."
Tianyi was also very helpless. The opponent's behavior and demeanor completely disregarded them. He had initially planned to request the ancestor's intervention only if he couldn't win, but he had now changed his mind. Since this person was so audacious, he would request the ancestor's intervention beforehand.
Otherwise, he wouldn't let them think the Tian family was so easily bullied.
"Is he a remnant from the Ye family's pursuit back then?"
Ancestor Tian Ci continued to inquire.
Tianyi nodded.
"I will go and see for myself."
...
Many people in Qing City were watching the Tian family's predicament, as the Tian family had held great prestige for a long time.
At the same moment, Qin Zaitian ascended the mountaintop, and Ancestor Tian Ci also appeared near the pond.
"It's surprising that a young man today has the patience to fish. You are quite remarkable."
Ye Longlin did not look up. He lowered his head, lit a cigarette, and then chuckled lightly, saying, "As a person, one must have some ambition. When you possess strength, you will think of revenge, and you will strive for further progress. Isn't it the same principle as you all thinking of breakthroughs during your seclusion?"
Ancestor Tian Ci nodded, laughing heartily, "It's been a long time since I've met such an interesting young man. If it weren't for the fact that you must die, this old ancestor would quite like to have a chat with you."
The surface of the water suddenly rippled. Ye Longlin's fishing rod vibrated, and the fish on the hook was instantly shattered into a mist of blood. The blood mist scattered on the water's surface, making the entire pond look like a sea of blood!
"It's a pity that none of them can escape."
"Since I have come, I have absolute confidence."
"Even if you are two Zhūbān Lóngxiàng!"
Ye Longlin's three sentences made the entire space grow heavy. A flicker of shock appeared in Ancestor Tian Ci's eyes because, from his words, he knew that Ye Longlin was aware that both he and Tian Fa were Zhūbān Lóngxiàng existences!
"Did that brat Tianyi tell you?" Ancestor Tian Ci asked curiously.
Ye Longlin shook his head and smiled, "I knew it the moment you came out. It wasn't difficult, was it?"
Tian Ci's pupils constricted. If that were truly the case, it could only signify one thing.
Ye Longlin's cultivation was even higher than they had imagined, at least higher than theirs.
If that were so, it would explain why there were only two of them, yet they were so composed.
The Tian family had stood for so many years, and never had anyone forced the Tian family to not only join forces to fight but also awaken them.
It was simply incredible.
The most crucial point was that the opponent was still a young man.
"You have indeed piqued my interest. But how can you be sure that you are our match? With just the two of you, even if you are also a Zhūbān Lóngxiàng, you are no match for so many of us. I am even more curious about what trump cards you possess, or what confidence you have to kill us and retreat safely.
If this matter escalates, the Martial Arts Association and the Zhenwu Division will not stand idly by. No matter how powerful you are, you will not be a match for the authorities. Therefore, I am very curious."
Ancestor Tian Ci was indeed very curious, or rather, he was curious about anyone who dared to destroy the Tian family.
There had been such individuals over the years, but they had basically all been dealt with by the Tian family. Theoretically, there should be no one in Chuan Nan who could threaten them.
Yet, one had truly appeared now, which was somewhat interesting.
"As for my identity, you will definitely know it before you die."