After being jilted by the saintess at the beginning, why is she crying?

Her red dress was like fire, and her skirt swayed in the sunlight, making her stand out.

She walked up to Lin Fengmian, tilted her head slightly, and revealed what she considered to be her most charming smile.

"Brother Fengmian, Yiyi knew you could win."

Her voice was so soft it could melt water, with a hint of coquetry.

Lin Fengmian looked down at her, his brows furrowing almost imperceptibly.

Liu Yiyi, however, seemed not to notice and continued:

"Brother Fengmian, I... am yours from now on."

After saying that, her cheeks flushed slightly, and she even stood on tiptoe, parted her red lips slightly, and leaned towards Lin Fengmian's lips!

She was going to give her first kiss in front of everyone!

Let everyone know that she is Lin Fengmian's woman!

however--

"Snapped!"

A crisp sound!

Liu Yiyi felt a sharp pain on her cheek, and was slapped so hard that she staggered several steps and almost fell!

She covered her face and looked up in disbelief.

Beside Lin Fengmian, the beautiful woman in palace attire was seen disdainfully waving her hand.

It was as if I had just touched something dirty.

"What kind of person are you to dare presume to be the son-in-law of the Nangong family?"

The beautiful woman looked at her coldly, as if she were looking at an ant that knew no death.

The audience erupted in uproar!

"The Nangong family?! Which Nangong family?!"

"Who else could it be? One of the few Golden Core families in the Zhao Kingdom!"

"My God! Lin Fengmian is actually the son-in-law of the Nangong family!"

"No wonder he had a fake Core Formation cultivator protecting him! So that's why!"

Exclamations rose and fell, and everyone's gaze became increasingly awe-inspiring.

Liu Yiyi covered her face, stunned and rooted to the spot, unsure of how to react.

Liu Cungao's expression changed drastically. He quickly stepped forward, smiling obsequiously, and bowed repeatedly.

"Please forgive me, sir! Please forgive me, sir! My daughter is young and ignorant, and has offended you. I hope you will forgive her!"

As he spoke, he glared fiercely at Liu Yiyi.

What an idiot! Of all people to mess with, he had to provoke a fake alchemist!

Liu Yiyi seemed not to have seen her father's warning.

She simply covered her face, her eyes reddening, and looked at Lin Fengmian with a pitiful expression:

"Brother Fengmian... am I really not good enough for you?"

They looked so pitiful, as if they had suffered a great injustice.

Lin Fengmian looked at her like this and sneered inwardly.

With a flick of his wrist, a yellowed piece of paper appeared in his palm.

The note clearly stated the marriage contract between Liu Yiyi and Lin Fengchen!

He tossed his hand, and the paper fluttered down to the ground.

"Today, on behalf of the Lin family, I hereby annul our engagement!"

His voice wasn't loud, but it reached everyone's ears clearly:

"You have three days to return the betrothal gifts from back then to the Lin family. Otherwise..."

He paused, his gaze suddenly turning cold:

"I don't mind going to the Liu family in person. At that time, it won't be as simple as just returning the bride price."

Liu Cungao's face turned pale, and he nodded repeatedly:

"Yes, yes, yes! That's how it should be! That's how it should be!"

After saying that, he grabbed Liu Yiyi, who was still standing there in a daze, and turned to leave.

Liu Yiyi was pulled along by her father, staggering forward, but she couldn't help but turn back to look at the figure in the blue robe on the stage.

His eyes were full of disbelief.

She...was jilted?

She, Liu Yiyi, the eldest daughter of the Liu family who had been pursued by countless men since childhood, was actually jilted at the altar?!

The thought exploded in her mind like a thunderclap.

She is not reconciled!

How could she possibly accept this!

Lin Fengmian, you just wait!

I'll make you regret this!

But all she could do at that moment was cry out in her heart as her father dragged her away, and she disappeared into the crowd in a disheveled state.

Lin Fengmian didn't even glance at her, turned around and walked off the life-and-death arena, heading towards Green Bamboo Mountain.

Behind them, cheers and praises rose and fell.

……

Qingzhushan, Council Hall.

Lin Fengmian sat upright in the main seat, his expression calm.

Below, dozens of elders of the Lin family stood on both sides, creating a solemn atmosphere.

Those elders who had originally followed Lin Yuanhao now all bowed their heads.

They didn't dare to breathe too loudly, fearing that Lin Fengmian would settle scores later.

The elders who had always supported Lin Fengmian stood tall and proud, their faces filled with excitement.

What goes around comes around, and now it's finally their turn to shine!

Lin Fengmian's gaze swept over everyone, and he slowly spoke:

"The reason I have gathered you all here today is to discuss the future of the Lin family."

He paused, then looked at Lin Yuanshan beside him:

"Now that I am a disciple of the Hehuan Sect, there are many matters that are inconvenient for me to handle."

I recommend my second uncle, Lin Yuanshan, to succeed as the head of the Lin family. What do you all think?

After he finished speaking, the elders were taken aback for a moment, and then they all nodded.

"Young Master is wise!"

"Elder Yuanshan is an upright man with profound cultivation; he is indeed the best candidate!"

"We are willing to acknowledge Elder Yuanshan as our family head!"

The elders who originally supported Lin Yuanhao also echoed his sentiments, afraid that being slow to express their opinions would provoke dissatisfaction.

Lin Yuanshan was stunned.

He glanced at Lin Fengmian, then at the elders who had all expressed their opinions, and for a moment he didn't know what to say.

"Feng Mian, this..."

Lin Fengmian smiled slightly, stepped down from the main seat, and approached Lin Yuanshan, solemnly clasping his hands in a respectful bow:

"Second Uncle, I entrust the Lin family to you from now on."

Looking into his earnest eyes, Lin Yuanshan's eyes reddened, and he nodded vigorously:

"Good! Good child, your second uncle will certainly not fail you!"

Lin Fengmian nodded, turned to look at the elders, and said in a clear voice:

"From this day forward, Lin Yuanshan is the new head of the Lin family! Anyone who objects, feel free to come and find me!"

As soon as the words were spoken, all the elders bowed in unison:

"Greetings, Master!"

Lin Yuanshan took a deep breath, slowly walked to the head seat, and sat down.

Looking at the familiar faces below, he was filled with emotion.

When his elder brother disappeared, he was suppressed by Lin Yuanhao for many years and thought he would never have a chance to rise again.

I never expected my eldest brother's son to be so promising!

After the meeting ended, everyone dispersed, leaving only Lin Fengmian and Lin Yuanshan in the council hall.

Lin Yuanshan was filled with mixed emotions.

However, he could tell that Lin Fengmian had something on his mind.

He walked forward slowly and sighed softly:

"Fengmian, what are you going to do? Your second uncle will support you."

Upon hearing this, a cold glint flashed in Lin Fengmian's eyes.

He snorted coldly, his voice as frosty as ice:

"Kill them without mercy!"

Lin Yuanshan was slightly taken aback.

Lin Fengmian continued:

"Those who only know how to curry favor with the powerful, leave none alive! Keeping them around will only hinder the Lin family's development. Today's events have shown me who is truly loyal to the Lin family."

He turned to look at Lin Yuanshan, his tone softening: "Second Uncle, you see this matter more clearly than I do. You decide who gets promoted."

Lin Yuanshan looked at him, deeply shocked.

He never expected that his nephew, who had been away for three years, would become a completely different person.

Such decisiveness and ruthlessness earned him the utmost respect, even from his uncle.

No wonder he's the eldest brother's son!

Lin Yuanshan nodded emphatically: "Alright! Let Second Uncle handle this. You just focus on your cultivation."

Lin Fengmian nodded and was about to get up to take his leave when Lin Yuanshan suddenly raised his hand, took out a yellowish jade tube from his pocket, and handed it to him.

"Fengmian, I noticed that you used a sword during your battle today."

Lin Yuanshan's gaze was gentle.

"This cultivation technique was practiced by your father. See if it can be of any help to you."

Lin Fengmian was startled and quickly took the jade tube.

It feels warm and smooth to the touch, and although it is old, it still retains its inner radiance.

"Thank you, Second Uncle," he said solemnly.

Lin Yuanshan waved his hand and laughed, "Why be so polite with your second uncle? Go on, get some rest."

……

Lin Fengmian returned to his room, closed the doors and windows, and set up a simple protective barrier.

He sat cross-legged on the couch, and with a thought, his soul sank into the jade pendant around his neck.

White mist swirled, and spiritual energy surged like a tide.

Inside the Frozen Cave, the little earth spirit was curled up under a willow tree, dozing off. Its pink tail swayed gently. Hearing a noise, it groggily opened its eyes:

"Master...you've come..."

Lin Fengmian gently rubbed her head and said softly:

"Okay, you go to sleep first, I need to study the cultivation technique."

The little earth spirit nodded obediently, curled up into a ball again, and continued sleeping.

Lin Fengmian sat cross-legged under the magical willow tree, took out the jade tube, and placed it on his forehead.

The moment my divine sense probed in, a vast and boundless sword intent rushed towards me!