Chapter Five: The Grief of the Northern Capital (1)

The giant rushed over with large strides, shouting loudly: "Get out of the way, old man!"

At this moment, the entire Northern Mansion has plunged into a state of chaos, bloodshed, and terror. Several areas within the mansion are engulfed in flames, with the fire blazing fiercely and thick smoke billowing.

Qin Jin had just knocked down two more enemies and was about to leave when suddenly a figure swiftly darted in, sending the two bodyguards from the Northern Residence who attempted to block him flying away

Lin Tianshu looked at Lin Dingwen and said, "Then he is undoubtedly doomed. Are you feeling a bit reluctant?"

Everywhere there are cries, sounds of battle, clashing weapons, and wails. The air is thick with the scent of blood. All of this seems to converge into the most terrifying symphony, echoing above the Northern Capital.

But how could Qin Jin possibly inform Lin Tianshu about the whereabouts of the "Xiaoxue Sword"

Lin Tianshu nodded in satisfaction

Lin Tianshu had issued a command beforehand. Although the attack was to take place at midnight, the people of the Northern Mansion were not to die in their sleep. Even if they infiltrated the house, they were to be awakened. They were to be made to feel fear, to experience despair, to scream, and to witness their friends, family, and even themselves fall to the sharp blades. This illustrates the depth of Lin Tianshu's hatred for the Northern Mansion

Qin Jin lay on the ground, motionless and expressionless, waiting for Lin Tianshu's venomous words to finish. Suddenly, Qin Jin raised his head, startling the three of them. At that moment, Qin Jin's entire face had turned blood-red and swollen, with the veins on his face bulging as if they were about to burst. His eyeballs also protruded as if they were about to fall out of their sockets. The sight was extremely terrifying

A large number of people wearing crying face masks have flooded into the government office, along with masked individuals in white clothing, as well as members of the "Mutiang Sect". They are searching for people from the Northern Government throughout the office to carry out massacres. The Northern Government now resembles a hell on earth.

Qin Jin seized a sword and fought fiercely in the mansion, striking left and right. He was determined to find Lin Yi! He would do everything possible to save this grandson

Like a meteor suddenly streaking across the heavy darkness, a name burst forth in Qin Jin's mind—Lin Yi

Why have Qin and Jin suddenly become like this

So it was you

Lin Tianshu was deeply troubled and determined to obtain the "Xiaoxue Sword," as this sword was of utmost importance to him. Firstly, he intended to use the "Xiaoxue Sword" to coerce and command the eighteen factions to fulfill his ambitions. Additionally, the leaders of the eighteen factions had their names engraved on the "Xiaoxue Sword," and he wanted to see with his own eyes the names of the three faction leaders inscribed on the sword, unveiling their mysterious identities. Ultimately, he planned to eradicate the entire lineage of the eighteen factions.

Lin Yi is now the only descendant of the Qin family, and he must find every possible way to save Lin Yi. He must ensure that Lin Yi survives

Haha, Qin Jin, tonight you cannot escape!

At this moment, he no longer wishes to speak a word to anyone from the "Linghu" family. He remains silent, closing his eyes and waiting for death.

He cannot escape; someone will deal with him. Tonight, I have laid a net so intricate that not even a bird can fly out of the Northern Manor. Lin Tianshu then asked Qin Dingfang, "With the acupoint sealing techniques of our Linghu family, how could he possibly break free?"

This made Lin Tianshu extremely furious

What should I do

... ...

"Dingfang, from now on, when there are outsiders present, you will still call me uncle. On the surface, you will remain a member of the Qin family, which will allow you to rightfully become the new master of the Northern Manor. This will make it easier to deal with the friends of the Qin family in the martial world. Once we have taken control of the entire martial world, you can then acknowledge your ancestry. In the future, the entire martial world will belong to the Linghu family! It will also belong to you!"

In a flash, Qin Jin swung his massive iron hammer with the force of thunder towards the smiling man. The smiling man swiftly evaded that fierce strike. The hammer struck the ground, producing a loud "boom". A large pit was created in the ground. In an instant, shattered bricks and dirt flew everywhere, and the entire ground trembled.

This person is different from the other masked individuals; he wears a mask with a smiling face. The smile is quite eerie. He blocked Qin Jin's path

Qin Dingfang knelt before Lin Tianshu and said: "Father, I am a descendant of Linghu! I have no ties whatsoever with the Qin family, and the Qin family is our sworn enemy. Even if you were to order me to kill them, I would not show any mercy."

Lin Tianshu's palm strength is even greater and more ferocious

Qin Jin was jolted and spat out blood, but he used the force of Lin Tianshu's palm to propel his body backward, shattering the entire window and flying out into the courtyard

Qin Jin let out a loud roar and vigorously swung his sword at the opponent. After exchanging over ten moves, Qin Jin recognized the skills of the smiling man. This left Qin Jin somewhat incredulous and even heartbroken

Qin Jin also had no way out. He was well aware that Lin Tianshu would not allow anyone to leave alive. The Northern Army had already fallen into an irretrievable situation. At this moment, he had only one thought: to save Lin Yi

Lin Tianshu's words suddenly awakened Qin Jin, who had already lost all hope

Hehe, it is I! I have earnestly urged you several times to hand over the 'Snow Dispelling Sword', even if it means erasing my name from the sword. Yet you remain obstinate, so do not blame me for being heartless

He told me that in the Great Mysterious Divine Skill, there is a technique called 'Reverse Blood Departure from the Classics', which can displace the meridians throughout the body and reverse the flow of vital energy and blood, allowing one to break through any sealed meridian or acupoint technique. However, using this technique guarantees death within half an hour. The meridians and blood vessels throughout the body will rupture, and even a deity would be unable to save one. He said I was the only hope of the Qin family and that I must never use this technique. Therefore, he did not teach it to me, and I never thought of learning it. Unexpectedly, he used this technique...

Upon realizing the identity of the other party, Qin Jin felt an immediate chill in his heart. He was simply no match for this smiling man. Moreover, he could not hold on for much longer. Even if the smiling man did not kill him, he would die from the rupture of his blood vessels. But he could not die; he had to save Lin Yi

Feigning ignorance? Very well, I shall take my time to torment you. I also intend to kill your daughter and her family, and I will find Qin Laosan. By the way, regarding your son, I have already sent someone to capture him, and soon you two will be able to meet. Qin Gumei was unable to continue the lineage for your Qin family, and once he learns that Dingfang is my son...

The Qin family still has bloodline!

Wang Meng understood the meaning behind the words of Qin and Jin; it seemed that escape was hopeless, and now he could only fight to the death. Thus, Wang Meng and the others joined forces to attack the smiling man, temporarily holding him back. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Qin and Jin headed towards the direction of the stable. Lin Datou's home was not far from the stable.

Qin Dingfang exclaimed excitedly: "Dingfang will definitely not disappoint my father's high expectations"

At this critical moment, several experts from the Northern Court rushed over. They were all covered in blood and bruises.

This grandson of Qin Dingfang is a fake! Lin Yi, however, is absolutely genuine!

He shouted loudly at Wang Meng: "Now that things have come to this, killing one is breaking even, killing a pair is making a profit! Kill, kill, kill..."

Wang Meng approached, his voice choked with tears, and said to Qin Jin: "My lord, many enemies have rushed in. Those scoundrels from the 'Mu Tian Sect' are also attacking us. There are enemies outside the mansion as well. What should we do now?"

Lin Tianshu taught Qin Dingfang another set of responses to handle inquiries about tonight's events

Qin Dingfang has now come to his senses

Among them were Lin Yi's master, Wang Meng, and a giant of a man, tall as an iron tower. The giant held a large iron hammer in his hand

Although Qin Jin fought with all his might, the smiling man was more skilled. Qin Jin found it difficult to escape and was instead struck by two blows from his opponent, causing him to spurt blood from his mouth and nose. Several of his ribs were also broken.

Although this would provoke a desperate resistance from the Northern Court and increase the casualties of the attackers, Lin Tianshu does not care at all. In his eyes, both his subordinates and allies are merely tools.

Like ashes suddenly rekindling, hope rises again in the hearts of Qin and Jin

As Qin Dingfang snapped back to reality from his astonishment and was about to give chase, he was called to a halt by Lin Tianshu

Qin Jin let out a loud roar and suddenly leaped up from the ground, delivering a powerful strike towards Lin Hong'ao. The incident occurred so abruptly that Lin Hong'ao was unable to evade it at all. At this critical moment, just two feet away from Hong'ao, Lin Tianshu shifted and rotated his position, his body perfectly blocking Lin Hong'ao in front, and he swiftly struck Qin Jin's palm with his own.