SWNOVELXO Chapter 599: Nanhuang Divine State, the Qin Family?_2
An elder spoke up with a question.
His voice was filled with worry and unease.
He knew that the Luo Family in Qingshi City was immensely powerful, far beyond their Lin Family's capabilities.
If they were to confront them head-on, the losses would likely be catastrophic.
Upon hearing the elder's words, Lin Zhentian fell into a heavy silence.
He understood that the elder's concerns were valid.
However, they could not afford to sit around and await their demise.
They had to devise a strategy to protect the foundation of the Lin Family.
Taking a deep breath, he spoke in a resolute tone: "We cannot sit idly by and await defeat.
We must find a way to protect the Lin Family's legacy.
I propose we begin with enhancing our defenses.
Strengthen the defensive structures of the ancestral land, and increase patrols and vigilance.
At the same time, we'll actively seek out sympathetic family forces to form alliances and resist the Luo Family of Qingshi City together."
As soon as Lin Zhentian finished speaking, others voiced their agreement.
"The Family Head is right; we should start with defense.
Only by securing the ancestral land can future developments be possible."
"Indeed, we must also actively seek out family forces willing to support us and form alliances to jointly resist the Luo Family."
With more and more voices expressing agreement, Lin Zhentian finally made up his mind.
He understood that this was a critical moment for the survival of the Lin Family.
Action needed to be taken swiftly to preserve the family's foundation.
He immediately issued orders for the clan members to mobilize.
Defensive structures were reinforced, and patrols and sentry numbers were increased.
Simultaneously, he dispatched envoys to contact family forces that might support them, hoping to forge alliances to collectively resist the Luo Family of Qingshi City.
...
Time passed swiftly—another month slipped by.
Qingmu Divine State was in turmoil, with countless top-tier family forces scattered across the land.
During its peak, the Lin Family of Qingmu Divine State ranked among the top five of all elite family forces in the region.
Its combined strength was undeniable.
But ever since the Lin Family of Qingmu Divine State had clashed head-on with the Luo Family of Qingshi City—the undisputed dominator of the Northern Desolate Divine Continent—their overall strength had drastically declined.
Now, the Luo Family of Qingshi City, the undisputed ruler of the Northern Desolate Divine Continent, had summoned numerous top-tier family forces from both the Northern Desolate Divine Continent and Qingmu Divine State, adversaries of the Lin Family among them.
It seemed they were planning to annihilate the Lin Family entirely, and consume all its assets.
This stirred a single thought in the hearts of countless family forces across Qingmu Divine State.
If the Lin Family was on the verge of collapse, nearing its downfall,
why would anyone waste effort supporting them?
After all, resources in Qingmu Divine State were finite.
The mighty Lin Family had monopolized a significant portion of the region's profits, constricting the survival space of countless family forces.
If the Lin Family were to fall completely,
then for the family powers of Qingmu Divine State, the benefits would far outweigh the drawbacks.
...
Qingmu Divine State, Wang Family ancestral land.
Inside the room of the Wang Family Head.
At present, the Wang Family had convened a gathering of numerous family forces that were either on poor terms with the Lin Family or eager to see their ruin, secretly discussing strategies.
"Ladies and gentlemen, as you all know, the Luo Family of Qingshi City, ruler of the Northern Desolate Divine Continent, has rallied many elite family forces from both the Northern Desolation and Qingmu Divine State to utterly destroy the Lin Family."
"So, esteemed guests, what do you think our next move should be? Should we aid the Lin Family, or..."
"Push them irrevocably into the abyss?"
Wang Family Head Wang Tianxiong scanned the faces of those present, his voice calm yet probing.
At his query, all attendees fell silent.
They knew how pivotal this decision was.
If handled poorly, it could spell disaster for their own families.
Thus, each was deep in thought, pondering their response.
After a moment, a middle-aged man dressed in black spoke up.
He was the leader of a mid-tier family power in Qingmu Divine State, named Li Tianba.
Having long harbored a grudge against the Lin Family, he had waited for an opportunity to eliminate them.
Upon hearing Wang Tianxiong's words, he immediately seized the chance to make his stance clear, saying, "Brother Wang, I believe we should push the Lin Family fully into the abyss."
"After all, the Lin Family's strength is overwhelming. If they're allowed to persist, they will threaten us greatly."
No sooner had Li Tianba spoken than others echoed his sentiments.
"Indeed, the Lin Family's power is far too overwhelming.
If they're allowed to continue thriving, they'll suppress all family forces within Qingmu Divine State."
"Exactly. We must seize this opportunity to utterly destroy the Lin Family, ensuring our own interests."
As more voices joined in agreement, Wang Tianxiong nodded slowly.
He knew this was the opportune moment for Qingmu Divine State's family forces to unite against the Lin Family.
If they missed this chance, they might never have another to crush the Lin Family entirely.
He took a deep breath and said resolutely: "Very well, let us unite to push the Lin Family into the abyss!"
"But we must remain measured.
After all, the Lin Family's strength is still significant.
If we pressure them excessively, we may provoke a desperate counterattack from them."
As Wang Tianxiong's voice settled, someone spoke up: "Brother Wang, rest assured, we know what we're doing.
Though the Lin Family is powerful, they are already surrounded by enemies on all fronts.
If we unite, we will surely wipe them out completely."
Hearing this, Wang Tianxiong nodded again.
He knew that this was the pivotal moment for Qingmu Divine State's family forces to unite against the Lin Family.
This chance must be seized to annihilate the Lin Family entirely, safeguarding their own interests.
If they allowed the Lin Family to recover, the retaliation would be devastating.
Thus, Wang Tianxiong resolved to act cautiously, leaving no room for error.
...
While the family forces within Qingmu Divine State were deliberating how best to unite against the Lin Family,
an unexpected visitor arrived at the Lin Family's ancestral land.
The uninvited guest was a young man dressed in white, with strikingly handsome features.
A powerful aura emanated from him; he was a formidable cultivator.
He stood outside the Lin Family's ancestral land, his gaze fixed on its territory from afar.
"So this is the Lin Family?"
"As expected of one of Qingmu Divine State's elite family forces, the density of spiritual energy within their ancestral land is several times greater than the outside world."
The young man muttered quietly to himself.
Though his voice was soft, it carried clearly into the Lin Family's ancestral land.
Instantly, the Lin family members turned pale.
They realized that this young man was likely trouble.
Immediately, someone went to inform the Family Head.
Shortly afterward, Lin Zhentian, accompanied by several elders, arrived outside the ancestral land.
Gazing at the young man, their expressions were grave.
They knew this visitor was likely an adversary.
"Who are you?
What business do you have with the Lin Family?"
Lin Zhentian asked in a serious tone.
His voice was laced with vigilance and hostility.
He understood that this young man likely intended to cause trouble for the Lin Family.
Thus, he dared not show the slightest negligence.
Upon hearing Lin Zhentian's words, the young man turned and looked at them.
His gaze was sharp and piercing.
"I am Qin Tian of the Qin Family in Nanhuang Divine State."
The young man responded coolly.
Though his voice was calm, everyone from the Lin Family felt a jolt of alarm.
Nanhuang Divine State, Qin Family?
That name was all too familiar to them.