With a sword drawn, he laughs proudly, his martial prowess dominating the heavens!

Chapter 61 Lin Zhennan: No manners, call me Uncle Li!

"Squeak—!"

The sound of the door opening drew the attention of those secretly watching from the sidelines.

Who is this person?!

However, no one lit the lanterns in front of the door. All that could be seen was a man and a horse, with a sword in his left hand and the reins in his right, standing with their backs to the door. They looked to be quite young.

A moment later, hurried footsteps echoed from the doorway, and several figures lined up in two rows. Suddenly, a loud shout rang out, "Fuwei Escort Agency cordially welcomes Young Hero Li from Mount Hua!"

Li Che frowned slightly, genuinely surprised that Lin Zhennan had pulled off such a stunt.

The meaning couldn't be clearer: they're just using someone else's power to intimidate them!

It seems that he could no longer keep his secret to himself, and he was even more afraid that he would not be able to keep the evil people who were coming to attack him in check. In order to protect the peace of his family, he came up with some "clever ideas".

Li Che's eyes swept over the burly men on his left and right. Although his voice was loud, his expression betrayed his disdain.

At the same time, Lin Zhennan, who came out to greet him, was also taken aback. Just now, Chief Escort Shi said that the person who came was young, but he did not expect him to be so young.

But my brother-in-law was very cautious in his letter, saying that the person who came was the best among the younger generation. Could it be that the person has been replaced?

In an instant, he regretted it. He wanted to use the prestige of Mount Hua to intimidate the crowd, but if he couldn't intimidate this young man, wouldn't he be harming him?

Haste makes waste, and waste leads to a loss of reason!

"Young Master Li, I am..."

Li Che remained expressionless and said calmly, "Let's talk inside!"

"Alright then. Please!"

As Li Che stepped across the threshold, someone took the reins from him.

Before he even entered the hall, he could hear the Fuwei Escort Agency members whispering in the doorway behind him.

"So young?"

"The chief镖头 (chief镖师, a term referring to a high-ranking镖师, or镖师) has probably wasted his time this time!"

"If you ask me, we should charge out side by side and beat those demons and monsters until they run away with their tails between their legs. The chief镖头 (chief镖头 is a term used to describe a bodyguard/escort), he's getting old, and his vigor has faded... sigh~"

"..."

Meanwhile, people were also spying outside the security company.

"Go! Notify the gang leader, the boss, the cave master, the island master... that people from the Huashan Sect have arrived!"

They walked in silence, and as they went, Li Che glanced at Lin Pingzhi behind him.

Dressed in a moon-white silk robe, with a slightly youthful face, he was indeed a man with feminine features, but his eyes did not show the contempt of a scout; instead, they held a hint of curiosity.

They walked a few steps into the hall.

"Young Master Li, please take a seat. Someone, bring tea!"

"Don't rush." ​​Li Che looked directly at Lin Zhennan and said seriously, "Chief Escort Lin, I only have one question: are you willing to part with your own Evil-Repelling Sword Manual?!"

Li Che's words made it clear: the Evil-Repelling Sword Manual is in your Lin family!

Although the sword manual has been replaced, it remains to be seen whether Lin Zhennan is aware of the situation.

Madam Wang didn't understand this, nor did Lin Pingzhi, but Lin Zhennan understood it perfectly.

It seems that the name "Bixie" (辟邪) circulating in the martial arts world is not the same as their own.

An heirloom?

Evil-Repelling Sword Manual!

Rumor has it... that swordsmanship can be learned quickly.

The moment the thought crossed Lin Zhennan's mind, he was startled.

Possessing a treasure is a crime; the Lin family could not protect it!

If Mount Hua knows, what about the other four sacred mountains and Mount Qingcheng?

Once powerful figures from all sides gather, how can this family possibly survive?

Even if they hand over their ancestral possessions, there will surely be villains who will target the Lin family.

If you don't know or understand things passed down from your own ancestors, who will believe you?!

Lin Pingzhi and his mother exchanged a glance, utterly bewildered as to why, in just a few breaths, the patriarch's expression had become increasingly unpredictable, turning pale and ashen.

Lin Zhennan bowed respectfully, "I only beg the Huashan Sect to save my family's lives. As for the Evil-Slaying Sword Manual... to be honest, I don't even know if it is the Evil-Slaying Sword Manual. Young Hero Li, please take it!"

"Very well, Chief Escort Lin is a smart man. However!"

"Zzzzt—!"

The sword was drawn as the words were spoken, and then instantly returned to its sheath. The Lin family of three only felt a blur before their eyes and heard the sound of the sword, but they did not know where the sword had fallen.

"Ping'er!"

Madam Wang cried out in surprise and quickly pulled her son behind her.

"Mother, I'm alright."

Before he could finish speaking, Li Che retorted, "I haven't even given a second thought to your Lin family's sword manual!"

After saying that, Li Che turned around and sat down in the chair, then said, "Chief Escort Lin, your tea has gone cold."

Lin Zhennan subconsciously gripped the teacup, but to his surprise, he heard a crisp "crack" and the teacup broke horizontally in two, the lukewarm tea instantly soaking the tabletop.

What a fast sword!

Mr. and Mrs. Lin Zhennan were shocked. Breaking a cup is not difficult, but to break the cup without spilling water is a rare feat.

Lin Pingzhi was shocked and envious. He glanced at his father and thought to himself, "Even if I practiced my family's Seventy-Two Styles of Evil-Repelling Sword Technique for a lifetime, I would still not be able to match even a third of the strength of this young hero Li."

The Huashan Sect is truly remarkable!

"If, if I could join the Huashan Sect and learn even a move or two, it would be worth it, even if I had to do menial tasks!"

While the three were still in shock, Li Che spoke again: "Chief镖头 Lin, I was treated with great courtesy by the Wang family of the Golden Knife in Luoyang. Brother Wang, oh, I mean Wang Bofen."

Brother Wang again brought many gifts to the mountain, refusing any reward without merit. Hearing of your family's troubles, he came especially to offer his assistance.

Before he could finish speaking, Mr. and Mrs. Lin bowed again, saying, "Young Master Li's righteousness is something the Lin family will never forget. To be honest, I had other thoughts just now, and I hope you won't take offense."

"It's alright. The reputation of Mount Hua is enough to deter villains, but it can only solve the problem temporarily. To break the deadlock, we need to stir up this pot of water even more!"

"What brilliant plan do you have, young hero? The Fuwei Escort Agency will follow your every command!"

"One thing!" Li Che held up a finger and said, "Mobilize everyone in your escort agency, including the headquarters and branches, to search for the Qingcheng Sect's whereabouts in the martial arts world."

Once you have ascertained the situation, do not act rashly; report back to me immediately.

The Qingcheng Sect is heading towards Fuzhou!

Rest assured, until I receive further information, I will remain here to protect your Lin family.

"This!" Lin Zhennan's face tightened, and he hurriedly said, "Alright, tomorrow... no, I'll send a message by carrier pigeon right now..."

"That's not a good idea! Your mansion is being watched by many people now, so the carrier pigeons probably won't be able to fly out. It would be better to send a whole group out and ride quickly to the Lincheng branch office to make a decision later."

"Young Master Li is right!"

"Yes, we need to leave a few people in the manor. If any fools break in, someone will have to clean up their bodies."

Lin Zhennan paused for a moment, then replied, "Understood."

Li Che tapped the table, pondering whether there was anything he had overlooked.

In contrast, Lin Zhennan and his wife have greatly changed their opinion of him.

Martial arts skills are secondary; it's this effortless composure that surpasses even the so-called masters he encounters in the martial arts world, let alone someone who's only around twenty.

Madam Wang subconsciously turned her head to look at her son, and suddenly realized that she had been too lenient with him.

The three of them dared not sit down, nor did they dare to make a sound to disturb them.

"There is one more thing. Send someone to Luoyang to tell him not to get involved in this dangerous situation, and there is no need to send anyone to Fuzhou."

Even if they come, they won't be of any use, and might even lose their lives.

"Thank you for the reminder, Young Master Li," Madam Wang said hurriedly.

"Okay, that should be about it."

Lin Pingzhi finally found a topic to talk about, "Brother Li, you've come all this way, haven't you eaten yet?"

"How dare you!" Lin Zhennan's angry shout startled his son. "How dare you call me Brother Li?!"

Young Master Li addresses your uncle as a brother, and is therefore an elder.

"You're such a grown man, don't you know any manners? Kneel down! Call me Uncle Li!"

Lin Pingzhi: "..."

Lin Zhennan loudly reprimanded his son, making Li Che's teeth ache. If he remembered correctly, Lin Pingzhi was a year or two older than him.

So, by going to the Golden Knife Wang family, he not only helped his father-in-law gain a seniority, but also "benefited" himself?

"Alright, alright, I am about the same age as you, so it is inappropriate to address you as uncle and nephew. Please call me Young Hero Li or Brother Li as you please. I don't care about such things."

"Etiquette must not be neglected! Ping'er, inform the servants to prepare a banquet at the manor. Make sure it is exquisite and do not neglect our distinguished guests."

"I understand, Uncle Li... I'll take my leave now."

Li Che: "..."