None of those who came to assassinate Lin Yifan last night should have survived, as for where their bodies are, they have no idea.

Having obtained the answer, they immediately set off for Yanjing to report the news to the Family Head.

The heads of the various clans within the Assassination Alliance were furious when they learned that those sent out last night had likely been ambushed and killed, threatening to annihilate Old Ding and Lin Yifan.

However, when informed that Old Ding was likely a True Master Realm expert, they immediately fell silent.

A True Master Realm expert was not someone to be trifled with, unless their own forces intervened, they absolutely should not provoke him.

"Any movements from the Zhao Family?" the heads of the various clans inquired of their subordinates.

The Fourth Elder of the Zhao Family had his arm cut off by Old Ding in public, this grievance was something the Zhao Family would never let go of.

If the Zhao Family could persuade its backing forces to help kill Old Ding and Lin Yifan, it would also relieve their own grievances.

That was the reason they were inquiring about the Zhao Family's situation.

"Not for the moment! But we will increase our watch on them!" the subordinates of the various clans answered.

Meanwhile, the Zhao Family's mansion was in turmoil, with maidservants and attendants going in and out constantly.

The Fourth Elder had his arm severed and was now receiving treatment in his room.

Zhao Tianba was so caught up in channeling his cultivation power to help in the healing that he had no time for other matters.

Under the treatment of elixirs and powerful cultivation, the severed arm of the Fourth Elder was slowly being reattached to his body.

Fortunately, he had come back just in time, the severed arm could still be saved; however, this would undoubtedly take a long time to repair.

Zhao Tianba emerged from the room, panting, after spending an entire day inside.

This treatment had consumed a great deal of his internal cultivation power, and he would probably need to retreat for a while to recover.

The resident elder had also contributed, but not as much as Zhao Tianba.

However, this was normal, as it was their family matter, and the resident elder helping out was already a significant favor.

Through this investigation trip to Guiyuan City, Zhao Tianba realized that Lin Yifan indeed had a powerful protector beside him, making it very difficult to avenge his younger brother.

But despite this, he still wanted to give it a try; so as soon as he left the sickroom, he went straight to the resident elder's room.

When he arrived at the door, he knocked politely.

"Knock knock! Knock knock!"

After two knocks, an old voice came from inside, "Enter!"

"Elder..."

As soon as Zhao Tianba began to speak, the resident elder cut him off.

"I know what you want to say, but you need to understand, this is your own issue, and if you can't handle it yourself, our Qingcheng Sect won't help you."

He was stationed here to prevent enemy invasions and to protect the Zhao Family from being bullied, not to actively help the Zhao Family eliminate their enemies.

For if they provoked members of other sects, the Qingcheng Sect would be in trouble.

"Alas!"

Sighing, Zhao Tianba took his leave.

The conversation had reached its conclusion. There was no point in saying more, it was better to let everyone save face.

As he entered the main hall, he was suddenly surrounded by his relatives asking, "Family Head, how did it go? Did you persuade him?"

Zhao Tianba shook his head, indicating he had not succeeded.

"Husband! Your death was so tragic! Not even a body to return home!"

The Fifth Elder's family wailed in mourning, heartbroken to the extreme.

Since learning that those sent on the mission last night had likely been killed by Lin Yifan's guards, they had been unable to eat or sleep, overwhelmed by grief.

Apart from their hatred for Lin Yifan and Old Ding, they also resented Zhao Tianba.

If Zhao Tianba hadn't insisted on sending people to assassinate Lin Yifan, none of this would have happened.

Seeing their fifth uncle's family so heartbroken, Zhao Hong and Zhao Yi suddenly felt deeply guilty.

Their own vendetta not only harmed themselves but also dragged their family into the fray, filling them with shame.

Now, they dared not provoke Lin Yifan anymore; if they continued, even their father might end up involved.

"Sigh! Why is that guy so hard to deal with? Or was this a setup from the start?" Zhao Hong and Zhao Yi thought, deeply troubled.

If this truly was a trap set by Lin Yifan, then they were the ultimate pawns; not only losing many family experts but also possibly facing financial ruin when Lin Yifan returned.

Regret weighed heavily on Zhao Hong's heart, worrying even more that Lin Yifan would seek him out for revenge after being released, especially since just a few days ago, he had caused trouble for Lin Yifan's sister at school.

"I hope he only wants money!" Zhao Hong prayed.

Elsewhere, in an office of a skyscraper in Guiyuan City, two figures sat talking, both sighing constantly.

The news of the failed assassination mission by the Assassination Alliance clans had already spread through the major clans in the Capital City, and Chun Yan and the others were also aware of it.

To be honest, they never expected that Lin Yifan would actually have a True Master Realm expert protecting him.

"Didn't you say he had no one protecting him? How could a True Master Realm expert suddenly appear?" Zhen Jian asked angrily.

"How would I know? When I fought him the other day, there was indeed no such expert around him, my three senior brothers can vouch for that." Chun Yan responded.

If there had been a True Master Realm expert around Lin Yifan at that time, they wouldn't have walked out of that hotel alive.

Zhen Jian couldn't refute because Chun Yan standing here was the best proof.

After calming down, Zhen Jian asked, "What do we do now?"

"What else can we do? Just wait! Wait for him to be executed in two years!" Chun Yan answered.

"Are you crazy? With his skills and the help of his guard, do you think the government can control him?" Zhen Jian retorted angrily.

"Then tell me what to do?" Chun Yan asked furiously, grabbing Zhen Jian's collar and warning, "Remember, I'm your superior now, show some respect, or I'll kill you!"

Zhen Jian was startled, not daring to offend Chun Yan as he was merely an ordinary person, whereas Chun Yan was a cultivator with a master in a high position.

So, he immediately lowered his stance and apologized, "Okay, okay! That was my fault, please forgive me! Please forgive me!"

"Humph!" Chun Yan snorted coldly and pushed Zhen Jian away.

They were originally great partners, and it was unfortunate for things to turn sour over this.

No one wanted Lin Yifan dead more than Chun Yan, but now she had no means to achieve that.

"What a formidable enemy!" Chun Yan was on the verge of a breakdown, extremely troubled.

Meanwhile, in a Guiyuan City prison, Old Ding shared the recent happenings with Lin Yifan.

Lin Yifan candidly expressed his satisfaction, saying that they should deal with the arrogant, lawless people in such a manner.

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