Yellow Springs Pavilion, Ice River Valley, and the Flower Sect

"You weren't here when the Corrosive Bone Gang was committing their violence, and now you're only telling them to stop? Don't you think it's too late?" Lin Ming sneered, his attacks becoming increasingly vicious.

"You bastard! Do you really intend to fight my Blood Cold Gate to the death?!" The Old Man Blood Vulture was both shocked and furious.

"If your Blood Cold Gate dares to come, I, Lin Ming, will accompany you to the end!" Lin Ming snorted coldly, seized an opening in the Old Man Blood Vulture, and unleashed a punch containing all his power, like a meteorite falling from the sky, slamming it hard into the Elder's chest!

"Pfft!"

The sound of the sternum cracking was clearly audible!

The Old Man Blood Vulture's chest caved in visibly, and he suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood mixed with fragments of internal organs. His eyes widened, filled with resentment and regret. His body flew backward like a broken sack, finally crashing heavily into the Stone Hall wall in the distance, embedding itself in it, and his life was extinguished!

Five-Star Dou Ancestor, Old Man Blood Vulture, is dead!

The square was deathly silent.

Only the howling wind blowing through the Ruins and the thick stench of blood reminded everyone of the devastating battle that had just taken place.

A Five-Star Dou Ancestor was actually crushed and killed by a young man who appeared to be only Four-Star Dou Ancestor!

All eyes were once again focused on the figure in the blue robe, filled with awe, fear, and an indescribable fervor. In the Middle Continent, strength was revered! Lin Ming had earned their respect through his power!

Lin Ming slowly withdrew his fist, calming the slightly turbulent Qi and Blood within his body. The continuous activation of the Heavenly Flames and the full-force burst had taken a toll on him. He swept his gaze across the entire scene, and everyone whose gaze fell upon him bowed their heads, not daring to look him in the eye.

After removing the Old Man Blood Vulture's Storage Ring and taking his corpse, Lin Ming walked to the three girls, Xiao Yi Xian, and smiled slightly at their concerned eyes, "It's over, let's go."

However, just as they turned to leave this place of trouble, a clear, cold, and slightly surprised female voice suddenly came from the air:

"To be able to kill a Blood Vulture, Five-Star Dou Ancestor, head-on with the strength of Four-Star Dou Ancestor, and to possess Heavenly Flames... Your skills are truly impressive. May I ask your name? And which faction do you belong to?"

Lin Ming paused, then looked up.

The woman was dressed in a light blue dress with delicate intertwined floral patterns embroidered on the hem. Her face was exquisitely beautiful, and her temperament was gentle and elegant, like a secluded orchid in a valley or a lotus after the rain.

Her aura was restrained, yet it naturally exuded a calming and soothing charm. Her cultivation was even stronger than that of the Old Man Blood Vulture, reaching the level of Seven-Star Dou Ancestor!

Most strikingly, along the edge of her sleeves, several strange, unopened flower buds were embroidered with silver thread, surrounding the silhouette of a small, ancient tree.

Upon seeing this sign, some well-informed people in the square gasped and exclaimed in shock:

"Flower... Flower Sect?! They're from the Flower Sect!"

"The Flower Sect, one of the two major sects! My God, how could someone from such a transcendent power appear here?"

"The Flower Sect has always kept a low profile, with most of its disciples being women, and they are known for their indifference to worldly affairs. Why would they appear here today?"

Ye Xin Lan's beautiful eyes widened as she exclaimed, "Big Brother Lin, it's the Flower Sect! One of the 'Two Sects' of the Flower Sect Middle Continent! Its strength is unfathomable, far surpassing the Yellow Springs Pavilion and Ice River Valley. It's a true overlord-level force standing at the pinnacle of the continent!"

Xin Lan's voice carried a hint of excitement and awe. In the hearts of Alchemist and cultivators of the wood and Water Attribute, the Flower Sect held an extremely transcendent position.

Flower Sect! One of the two sects!

Lin Ming's eyes narrowed slightly, but he felt little fear; instead, a hint of interest arose within him. It seemed that the waters of the Middle Continent were indeed deep. He had only just arrived and had already encountered both local forces and even stronger first-rate powers.

Looking at the woman in the green dress, Lin Ming remained calm and composed, neither humble nor arrogant. "I am Lin Ming, a Rogue Cultivator, without any sect or faction."

After Lin Ming finished speaking, describing himself as "a rogue Rogue Cultivator, without any sect or faction," an eerie silence once again fell over the square.

The woman from the Flower Sect had a clear, stream-like gaze that swept over Lin Ming, carrying a hint of pure curiosity and scrutiny, without the slightest hostility. Her red lips parted slightly, and her voice was warm and melodious, as if carrying the fragrance of flowers:

Rogue Cultivator? A Rogue Cultivator without any sect or faction, how could he reach the level of Four-Star Dou Ancestor at this age? How could he possess the terrifying combat power to kill Five-Star Dou Ancestor who is above his level? And how could he possess Heavenly Flames that makes countless powerful people envious?

No one would believe this if it were said aloud. At least, the figure hovering in the air wouldn't believe it.

"Rogue Cultivator? Young Master Lin Ming is too kind. To have achieved so much at such a young age, possessing Heavenly Flames, and being decisive in battle—Young Master's abilities are truly astonishing. Mu Bai Zhi from the Flower Sect."

Mu Bai Zhi? Her name reflects her personality: pure, elegant, and clean, like a fragrant orchid.

Her gaze swept over the pool of blood left by the Old Man Blood Vulture as he lay there, and she calmly reminded him, "Young Master Lin Ming, do you know that the person you killed was the Blood Cold Gate Old Man Blood Vulture Sect under the Yellow Springs Pavilion? The Yellow Springs Pavilion is one of the 'Four Pavilions,' with deeply entrenched power and a reputation for being vengeful. If you kill him, the Blood Cold Gate and even the Yellow Springs Pavilion will never let this go."

The name of the Yellow Springs Pavilion once again made everyone's hearts tighten.

Lin Ming remained expressionless, cupped his hands in a gesture of respect, and said, "Thank you for informing me, Fairy Mu. However, the man has already been killed, and the feud has been established. I will not offend others unless they offend me!"

Mu Bai Zhi nodded slightly, a hint of appreciation flashing in her eyes; this person's character was indeed extraordinary.

Her gaze then shifted to Zhao Kun's corpse on the ground, and she continued gently, "And this Corrosive Bone Gang Young Gang Leader, whose father, Zhao Zheng, is Six-Star Dou Ancestor, and has a close relationship with the leader of the Demonic Desire Sect. The Demonic Desire Sect is an affiliated force of the Ice River Valley, and its leader is Peak Dou Ancestor. Young Master, you have now incurred the hostility of both the Ice River Valley and the affiliated forces of the Yellow Springs Pavilion."

Lin Ming's eyes narrowed slightly. He hadn't expected that his arrival would immediately lead to involvement with the Yellow Springs Pavilion and the Ice River Valley, and now even attract the attention of a behemoth like the Flower Sect. The Middle Continent was indeed stirring up a hornet's nest.

Ice River Valley and Yellow Springs Pavilion! The names of these two major forces weighed heavily on everyone's minds like two mountains.

Xiao Yi Xian and Ye Xin Lan looked worried, Zi Yan also wrinkled her nose, as if she had gotten herself into big trouble.

Lin Ming paused for a moment, then smiled nonchalantly, "Having too much debt is no burden. If they want to come, I'll take them on."

This composure and boldness stirred a ripple in Mu Bai Zhi's gentle eyes.

She cultivated the Flower Sect's Cultivation Method and possessed keen senses. She could vaguely perceive the immense, Primordial Chaos power hidden within Lin Ming's body, as well as the subtle yet extremely dangerous toxic power within the white-clad woman beside him, and the pure and ancient beast-like aura emanating from the Purple-Haired Little Girl. This group was definitely not simple.

"Your demeanor is truly admirable, young master." Mu Bai Zhi smiled gently, her smile as beautiful as a blooming orchid, a sight to behold.

"Our Flower Sect has never liked conflict, nor does it intend to get involved in the feud between you and them, young master. Our appearance this time is partly out of curiosity, and partly because we sensed a connection between ourselves and you, young master, and this younger sister. Her gentle gaze towards Xiao Yi Xian suggests a certain affinity, hence our words of advice. This place has become a place of trouble, young master, you should make plans as soon as possible."

Her words were sincere and gentle, carrying a natural kindness.

Lin Ming could sense the other party's goodwill, and solemnly clasped his hands in a fist salute. "Lin Ming will remember Fairy Mu's kindness. If I have the opportunity in the future, I will definitely repay it."

Mu Bai Zhi smiled slightly, her gaze sweeping over Xiao Yi Xian again, as if she wanted to say something, but in the end she didn't say much, only softly saying, "Take care."

As soon as she finished speaking, a faint blue light emanated from her body, and her figure gradually became ethereal, like the fragrance of flowers mingling with the breeze, quietly dissipating without leaving a trace.

The departure of the Flower Sect Mu Bai Zhi eased the tense atmosphere considerably, but the gazes of everyone looking at Lin Ming and his companions were still filled with complex emotions.

"The Flower Sect... it's actually someone from the Flower Sect..." Ye Xin Lan murmured, still somewhat incredulous. Flower Sect disciples rarely ventured out and even less intervened in external affairs; today's actions were truly rare.

Lin Ming took a deep breath. Mu Bai Zhi's appearance and reminder made him realize the perilousness of his situation, but also made him realize that not everyone in the Middle Continent was an enemy.

After some thought, Lin Ming immediately said in a deep voice, "We must leave immediately!"

Without further hesitation, the four transformed into streaks of light and left the Ruins plaza at top speed, plunging into the vast, ancient mountains in the distance.

Shortly after Lin Ming and his companions left, Blood light and Sectarian Qi aura shot into the sky above the plaza, and two ferocious figures Space-Tearing as they arrived!

Upon receiving the message, the Bloodfrost Sect elder with the cultivation of a Seven-Star Dou Zong and Zhao Zheng, the leader of the Bone-Eating Gang, rushed over in a frenzy!

Upon their arrival, under that terrifying pressure, someone immediately recounted what had just happened. Seeing that the Old Man Blood Vulture's corpse had been taken away, leaving only a pool of blood on the ground, and Zhao Kun's miserable state, the two were consumed by rage and filled with Killing Intent!

Zhao Zheng roared like a wild beast, his eyes bloodshot, "Lin Ming! No matter who's behind you! I will kill you! The Demonic Desire Sect's army is on its way; you won't escape!"

The elder of the Blood Cold Gate Sect also had an extremely gloomy expression. "Send down the order to seal off the border of this region! Issue an arrest warrant! Anyone who provides clues about this boy will be richly rewarded! Whoever captures or kills this boy will be generously rewarded by the Blood Cold Gate and the Yellow Springs Pavilion! As for the Flower Sect..."

A hint of apprehension flashed in his eyes. "Mu Bai Zhi only offered a reminder, not an offer of protection. There's no need to worry too much!"

A massive, inescapable trap, jointly laid by the Blood Cold Gate, the Corrosive Bone Gang, and the Demonic Desire Sect, rapidly unfolded as Lin Ming's name began to spread throughout the region.

At this moment, Lin Ming, who had already ventured deep into the treacherous mountains and concealed all his presence, stood atop a solitary peak, gazing into the distance. Within the mountains, roars of beasts echoed, energy was abundant, and countless dangers lurked.

Feeling the battle qi within his body, which had become even more refined due to continuous battles and Dou Qi, Lin Ming's eyes sharpened like an eagle's.

Surrounded by formidable enemies ahead and pursued by closing in from behind.

But these vast Mountain Forest, though fraught with danger, also present opportunities.

His journey through the Middle Continent was destined to be anything but peaceful from the very beginning.

"If you want my life, let's see if you have the ability and the appetite!"