Urban Super Medical Sage
Chapter 444 - 438: Before the Storm (5 Updates)

Chapter 444: Chapter 438: Before the Storm (5 Updates)

Lin Family Mansion’s entrance.

Already adorned with bright lanterns and a sea of flames.

Lin Zonglong and his second son, Lin Xian, stood at the doorway, their faces brimming with smiles, greeting the guests who had come to partake in the evening banquet at the Lin Family.

Lin Zonglong, dressed in an extravagant purple robe with hair silvered by age, displayed not a single trace of world-weariness on his face. His deep and profound eyes sparkled with brilliance, and within their depths lay pride and satisfaction.

Next to him, Lin Xian wore a white garment and carried himself with extraordinary poise. His face, too, bore a welcoming smile, as if basking in the warmth of spring.

Though Lin Zonglong had many children, only three were of significant importance to him.

The eldest, Lin Qiming, was once his most favored and promising child. However, the incidents that followed were well-known throughout Wind Chant City.

After being severely injured by Xu Zhenxiong, Lin Qiming left the Lin Family of his own accord. For years there had been no word from him until today, when he returned with a surprise that Lin Zonglong could hardly believe. Lin Qiming had actually achieved the Seventh Transformation Realm in the Hollow Void Realm, an overwhelming delight.

In the years following Lin Qiming’s departure, Lin Zonglong’s most prized was Lin Xian. Lin Xian, currently at the peak phase of the Fifth Turn of the Hollow Void Realm, his strength surpassing his level by a considerable margin, also brought Lin Zonglong much contentment.

Then there was Lin Jian, but after a visit to the Burning Heaven Sect, he returned seriously injured and has yet to awaken.

"Patriarch Lin, congratulations..."

"Patriarch Lin, we’ll be relying on you in the future!"

"Patriarch Lin, such a joyous occasion!"

......

All the visiting guests wore smiles, whether genuine or not, as they bowed their hands in salutation.

Usually, Lin Zonglong would just nod his head, letting Lin Xian do the welcoming.

He only personally spoke to a select few.

Like the trio presently striding towards them from a short distance away.

Lin Zonglong stepped forward to meet them.

"Elder Li graces us with his presence; it truly adds luster to our humble abode!" Lin Zonglong advanced with a smile.

"You flatter me, Patriarch Lin. I’ve come with my two disciples to witness the Old Ancestors of the Lin Family breaking through to the Divine Power Realm!" The elderly man, referred to as Elder Li, stroked his beard with a smile. A young man and woman accompanied him, both attractive in their own right, and exuding the aura of the Sixth Rotation of the Hollow Void Realm without any concealment.

Lin Xian’s heart tightened as he followed behind his father.

These were likely from the Nan Ling Sect, and Elder Li was the Second Elder of the sect.

The Nan Ling Sect was more powerful than the Lin Family and didn’t often show much face to the Lin Family, as demonstrated a few days ago during his father’s birthday celebration when the Nan Ling Sect hadn’t sent anyone. Yet this time, they had given such regard.

Lin Xian glanced at the young man and woman beside Elder Li, feeling immense pressure as both were stronger than him.

The next moment, as the trio from the Nan Ling Sect entered the Lin Residence, Lin Zonglong’s expression changed, "Hmph, that old fox Li Dinglin actually brought two of the Nan Ling Sect’s finest disciples here this evening. It seems he wants to regain some face tonight..."

"Father, if there’s a martial arts exchange tonight..." Lin Xian whispered softly, his complexion slightly pale as he clenched his teeth, "I may not be a match for those two!"

A few days ago, during Patriarch Lin’s birthday, there was indeed a martial arts exchange, and on that day, he, Lin Xian, had dominated the event, sparing the Lin Family any embarrassment.

But tonight was completely different.

He couldn’t suppress them.

"No matter, your elder brother has returned!" Lin Zonglong said with a cold laugh.

Lin Xian nodded vigorously, "It’s good that elder brother has come back!"

Although he felt some dismay at his elder brother’s sudden return—for it meant he was no longer the leading figure among the Lin Family’s younger generation—he knew the bigger picture was more important. His little bit of disappointment paled in comparison to the face of the Lin Family.

The evening proceeded.

The guests were arriving in greater numbers.

In the Lin Family’s hall, tables had been arranged one after another.

Tianyao Sect.

Yidao Gate.

They had all sent representatives.

The Tianyao Sect had sent two individuals, one being the Great Elder Wang Chengwang of the Tianyao Sect, along with a core disciple who was at the mid phase of the sixth level of the Hollow Void Realm.

Yidao Gate had sent four people, including the Third Elder of Tianyao Sect Zhaan Dongyu, and three core disciples from Yidao Gate, all males – one at the Later Stage of the Hollow Void Realm, and two at the peak of the Fifth Turn.

Then there were the Du, Jia, and Yao Families from Qingyi City; they too sent their representatives, and these were none other than the heads of the families and their most outstanding children.

Tonight was bound to be highly charged.

The Lin Family wanted to display their might and intimidate everyone, while the Nan Ling Sect, Tianyao Sect, Yidao Gate, and the families from Du, Jia, and Yao were clearly not willing to be intimidated. Instead, they looked to score points through the younger generation.

For the older generation, with the presence of the Lin Family Old Ancestors at the Divine Power Realm for suppression, there was no way around it, but for the younger generation... there was much potential.

"Patriarch Lin, congratulations!" Suddenly a voice emerged, a deep and robust voice; as this voice rang out, many of the guests who had been chatting in the Lin Family’s hall instantly turned their heads, looking towards the entrance.

Xu Zhenxiong had arrived.

And with him, Xu Yaoyao.

Tonight, Xu Yaoyao was breathtakingly beautiful!!!

Stunningly so.

Her exquisitely beautiful face, lightly made up, augmented her already perfect features to the ultimate extent, her startling beauty literally taking one’s breath away. Coupled with Xu Yaoyao’s attire, a light green chiffon long dress, her remarkable aura was equally astounding. Upon her arrival, the young men of the Lin Family’s hall had their eyes gleaming, fixating unblinkingly on Xu Yaoyao.

Yet Xu Yaoyao herself was expressionless, even, upon closer inspection, one could perceive a hint of frown and disgust.

She had no desire to come.

Especially after knowing that Lin Qiming had returned to the Lin Family.

But she had to come.

Her grandfather had said, if she did not accompany him tonight, the Xu Family would be in danger!

The breakthrough of the Old Ancestors of the Lin Family meant that old scores were to be settled.

Her grandfather said, bringing her along was to make her apologize to the Lin Family and Lin Qiming for the incident from years ago.

Though aggrieved, Xu Yaoyao had agreed, because she didn’t want to be capricious anymore.

Because of her capriciousness over the years, the entire Lin Family was already dissatisfied. If it weren’t for her grandfather holding them back...

If she acted capriciously again, the Xu Family might truly face extinction because of her.

"Hahaha... Brother Xu, bringing niece Yaoyao with you has truly graced the Lin Family with your presence!" Lin Zonglong laughed heartily, seeming very pleased: "Perfect timing, Qiming is also back. I think, Qiming must be very excited to see Yaoyao!"

After Lin Zonglong finished speaking, the expression on Xu Zhenxiong’s face shifted slightly.

He knew the Lin Family was going to be difficult tonight, but he didn’t expect Lin Zonglong to take such a direct approach from the start.

Too aggressive!

Xu Yaoyao felt her anger rising but held it back because her grandfather was giving her a meaningful look.

In these past few days, she had locked herself in her room, reflecting on her actions, realizing she had grown up.

"Haha..." Xu Zhenxiong followed with an awkward chuckle, and then he led Xu Yaoyao into the great hall of the Lin Residence.