Chapter 1273: The Youngster Turns Out To Be Me

Seeing Yi Feng respond with a faint smile, the uncle and nephew felt as if they had been struck by lightning.

Especially the handsome uncle, Lin Xiao, who was suddenly left speechless. Whether it was the anger from earlier or the carefully prepared words of persuasion, they all got stuck in his throat.

This guy had just killed Liu Changfeng with such ease, looking as relaxed as if he had just squashed a little chick.

What's the point of persuading him now?

After staring at each other for a few moments, Liu Changfeng could no longer maintain his senior demeanor. Recalling his earlier comment about "the younger generation being formidable," he felt so embarrassed that he wished he could dig a hole and disappear, maybe even a small villa with a garden...

Damn...

After all that talk, it turns out the youngster is me!

This is really embarrassing.

It's hard to believe that an outsider cultivator could possess such profound cultivation, truly proving that there are always greater heights and stronger people. His millennia of composure was shattered in an instant.

Noticing his niece Lin Ruowei's shocked expression out of the corner of his eye, Lin Xiao quickly steadied himself.

The situation had indeed far exceeded expectations, but since they were here, they had to do something. Otherwise, his reputation would be in tatters.

After a moment of contemplation, Lin Xiao nervously bowed and spoke.

"Yi... Yi Daoist."

"Your cultivation is extraordinary, and I am deeply impressed. However, the forces of the Fallen God Palace are terrifying, and this matter is far from simple. Even if you could easily kill Liu Changfeng, or even his father within the inner sect, could you really surpass the Star Lord?"

"Even if, by some miracle, your cultivation is so heaven-defying that you could defeat the strongest Star Lord of our Lan Star, this matter would never be resolved!"

Though his intention was to persuade, as soon as he opened his mouth, his tone and attitude were filled with reverence. The demeanor of a senior expert had completely vanished.

Hearing this, Yi Feng's heart grew excited.

If you beat the small fry, the old ones come. Even if you beat the strongest, it seems like it never ends...

This is truly an endless hornet's nest.

If that's the case, my hope of finding death seems quite high!

To confirm the truth of the matter, Yi Feng suppressed his excitement and looked over.

"Are you serious?"

Lin Xiao nodded gravely, his expression filled with deep apprehension.

"Absolutely true!"

"The current Star Lord is not from Lan Star but hails from a subsidiary star. The subsidiary star controls several mortal stars, and its overall strength is immeasurable. They appoint someone to oversee the affairs of other mortal stars, hence the title 'Star Lord.'"

"Even if your cultivation is heaven-defying and you could defeat the Star Lord, you would stand no chance against the subsidiary star. That existence is completely beyond our comprehension!"

"If this continues, there will be endless calamities. I urge you to reconsider, Yi Daoist!"

By this point, Lin Ruowei's face had turned pale.

She had only just learned today how vast the world truly was. The reality of these terrifying existences was far more horrifying than the rumors. She never imagined that even someone as powerful as Yi Feng might not be able to protect himself.

This is terrifying.

How can we possibly deal with such a disaster?

While the uncle and nephew were filled with tension, Yi Feng's heart was brimming with joy.

What a setup...

This endless hierarchy of power is truly unending, but as long as I keep fighting, there's definitely a chance to achieve my goal of finding death!

The thought of the terrifying Star Lord and the subsidiary star filled Yi Feng with unprecedented excitement.

Fight!

I must fight!

This Fallen God Palace, I have to take them down, no matter what!

Seeing Yi Feng remain silent, Lin Xiao thought he had been frightened.

Feeling somewhat reassured, he leaned in closer and continued to whisper his persuasion.

"Yi Daoist..."

"By now, you should understand that this disaster will be endless. We must not continue this confrontation. But you don't need to be too anxious. If you come back to the Mystic Gate with me, we can use a supreme secret technique to conceal your aura. It might be possible to deceive the heavens!"

"For now, avoiding the conflict is the best strategy!"

His words were calm and measured.

He had clearly outlined the severity of the situation while also offering a clever solution to win favor. Even though Lin Xiao's cultivation was slightly inferior, his experience and wisdom still made him worthy of his status as a senior of the Mystic Gate.

However.

Listening to the uncle and nephew, Yi Feng was already brimming with excitement.

Though his expression remained calm, he was itching to storm the Fallen God Palace!

But this matter absolutely must not involve others.

Feeling their concerned gazes, Yi Feng had no choice but to make up an excuse.

"Thank you for your kindness."

"However, I have my reasons. If their backers seek revenge, I will bear the responsibility alone. Since I've started this, I must see it through to the end. I will not back down from this matter!"

Hiss...

Lin Xiao was shocked!

Lin Ruowei's eyes widened in astonishment!

The uncle and nephew were once again stunned. They never expected that Yi Feng would be so resolute, refusing to retreat even a single step in the face of the terrifying truth about the Fallen God Palace.

This... this is what true fighting spirit looks like!

A true man stands by his actions.

Among the countless cultivators in the world, how many can face life and death without fear?

At this moment.

Lin Xiao and his niece completely abandoned any thought of persuasion. They were utterly moved by such courage. Facing someone like this, they had no idea how to even begin persuading him.

After a long silence.

Lin Xiao couldn't help but sigh, his eyes filled with emotion.

"Ah..."

"Yi Daoist, your resolve is truly rare through the ages. In the past tens of thousands of years, you are the only one who has not feared the name of the Fallen God Palace. I am deeply impressed."

"If it were the old me, I might have joined you in this madness, disregarding all power and background, seeking only a thrilling battle! But now..."

His words trailed off, filled with endless regret.

Yi Feng didn't know what he wanted to say, but he could understand the sentiment. After all, he was a lone wolf with no attachments, free to act without hesitation. Now that he wasn't even afraid of death, he could act even more freely.

But this handsome uncle was different.

Having spent so many years in the divine lands, he surely had many ties and couldn't act as freely as Yi Feng. Such is the harsh reality of life.

Even so, for this uncle to have such a bold fighting spirit and dare to speak of confronting the Fallen God Palace, it was clear that he was no ordinary man!

To put it bluntly, even if it was just bravado, few would dare to boast like this.

Unconsciously, Yi Feng began to view this uncle in a new light.

With a smile, he cupped his hands and changed the subject.

"It's rare to find someone who shares my disdain for the damned Fallen God Palace. Meeting Miss Ruowei and receiving your advice today has been a great pleasure in my life."

"As the saying goes, a chance encounter is better than a planned meeting. Why don't we go enjoy some drinks together!"

Seeing Yi Feng's magnanimous offer, the admiration in their eyes grew even stronger.

In the face of such a life-threatening crisis, to still maintain such a carefree attitude—his free-spirited nature needed no further explanation. His extraordinary demeanor was something others could only aspire to.

Exchanging a glance, the uncle and niece both showed deep respect and repeatedly bowed in agreement.

Yi Feng also collected the hostage's corpse and immediately led the way.

Before long.

The three of them returned to the bustling small city Yi Feng was familiar with. Once again, they sat by the window on the second floor, facing the terrifyingly expensive menu.

But times had changed. While new friends were here, old ones were gone.

Yi Feng ordered a few dishes and a jar of the tavern's fine wine, but it felt like something was missing. He couldn't help but recall the joy of drinking with his old friend a few days ago.

If only Brother Turtle were here.

Just as this thought crossed his mind, a familiar, carefree laugh came from behind.

"Haha, Brother Yi, you're really not being fair. You have fine wine and delicacies but want to enjoy them alone? Don't you want to share a drink with your friend?"

Turning around, he saw none other than Gui Wanhai!