When Lin Jin raised his head again, he calmly accepted the complex gazes of the officials who were either shocked, regretful, puzzled or thankful, and walked out of the Imperial Palace hall step by step.
When it was over, he brushed off his clothes and went away, hiding his body and name.
After leaving Imperial Palace, Lin Jin returned directly to the mansion.
Lei Ke, A Tu and other cronies were standing in the yard.
"General, have you decided?" A Tu asked directly when he saw Lin Jin.
"I just came back from Northern Border, and you are about to leave. Did you ask me to clean up your mess?" Lei Ke looked dumbfounded.
Lin Jin looked at the two brothers who had fought him out of Northern Border's corpse mountain and the sea of blood. The heavy mask he wore in the court was finally removed, revealing a truly relaxed but determined smile.
"Mess?" Lin Jin walked up to Lei Ke and patted his solid arm, "No one else can ask for this incredible wealth and stability, but it turns into a mess in your mouth?"
Lei Ke touched his nose and smiled, "Finding wealth and wealth in danger, stability... It's too boring. It's better to follow the general and fight in Northern Border."
"You will have fun in the future." Lin Jin glanced at the two of them, and his tone became solemn, "A Tu, Lei Ke."
The two of them looked solemn and straightened their backs.
Lin Jin's voice was not high-pitched, but it was full of power. "After I leave, A Tu, you will be responsible for Blood Blade Brothers of Heaven Dou City. You must train Blood Blade Brothers. If you see a talented person, you can recruit Blood Blade as long as his identity and background are okay."
"Lei Ke, you have a straightforward temper, are not afraid of powerful people, and are good at leading troops. City Defense Force I will leave it to you. Before I leave, I will show your ability to Crown Prince. Even if you cannot win the position of commander, Deputy Commander's position, with your qualifications, is definitely no problem."
Lei Ke and A Tu clasped their fists at the same time and said, "Yes, General!"
"Don't worry, if the Prince Xue Xing line falls, there won't be any fighting for at least five years." Lin Jin said slowly, "Remember my words, we do not work for any powerful people, but to protect the millions of people in the empire."
"Yes! I will follow the general's teachings!" Lei Ke and A Tu responded in unison, their eyes burning, "We are all waiting for you to come back and lead us to conquer the mainland again!"
This sentence was often said by Lin Jin when he was Northern Border, and it has already been engraved in their bones.
Lin Jin nodded and said no more.
Then came to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
In the afternoon, Lin Xue, who had just finished his meal, ran over happily when he saw Lin Jin.
"Brother, why are you here? Are you done?" Lin Xue ran over and held Lin Jin's arm.
"Well, let's chat somewhere with few people." Lin Jin nodded calmly.
"Go to Back Mountain." Dugu Yan suggested.
Lin Jin followed the three women to Back Mountain, a place with fewer people.
Lin Jin said straight to the point calmly, "Dugu Yan, Ye Lingling."
His tone made everyone quiet down and look at him.
Dugu Yan: "What's wrong, Brother Lin?"
Lin Jin: "Xiao Xue, from now on, I ask you to take more care of me."
These words were like thunder on the ground, and the smile on Lin Xue's face froze instantly.
Lin Xue grabbed his brother's arm eagerly. "Brother? What do you mean? Where are you going?"
Lin Jin turned around and looked at his sister's face, which had completely gotten rid of hidden dangers and was full of life. A complex emotion of relief and reluctance flashed in her eyes.
He gently stroked her hair, his voice gentle but firm.
Lin Jin: "Xiao Xue, you have grown up, Martial Soul Evolution, you have a bright future, and you have a partner around you who can trust you with your life. Brother... I am happy for you."
He paused, looking as if through the forest and looking into the endless distance.
Then Lin Jin said with forbearing murderous intent, "But, there are some things that must be done. Some debts must be repaid with blood."
"The blood of my parents, the hatred of the village, I dare not forget day and night. In the past, I had little strength and could only endure it. Now, it is time. In this world... among all the corrupted Soul Masters, I will kill them with my own hands."
The violent murderous intention that had been suppressed for eight years and originated from the origin of Immortal Demon Armor, even if only a trace leaked out, made Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling instantly turn pale and subconsciously took half a step back.
For the first time, they felt so clearly what kind of terrifying Slaughter God was hidden inside this normally calm and resourceful Brother Lin.
"Brother..." Lin Xue raised her head, tears finally bursting out of her eyes, but she didn't cry, she just held Lin Jin's arm tightly and choked. "Can I go with you? My Nine Luminaries Sacred Lotus Martial Soul can help you!"
"No!" Lin Jin interrupted her decisively, his voice more severe than ever before, "Xiao Xue, remember! Your hands are used to save people and bring hope! And my brother's hands... are destined to be stained with the blood of sin."
"Stay in Heaven Dou City and practice well. You will also practice with your partners and participate in the grand Soul Master Elite Competition."
Lin Xue Looking at the unquestionable determination in her brother's eyes, she bit her lip hard and nodded heavily, "I promise you... brother, you must come back! You must come back safely!"
"I promise." Lin Jin gently held his sister in his arms, "Maybe if it's quick, I can see you on the Soul Master Elite Competition stage in three years."
After a moment, Lin Jin let go and said, "Yan Zi, Lingling, Xiao Xue will be left to you."
Dugu Yan suppressed the shock in his heart and puffed up his chest. "Brother Lin, don't worry! As long as I, Dugu Yan, am here, no one can bully Xiao Xue!"
Ye Lingling also nodded solemnly, and his cold voice was extremely firm. "Unless I die."
Lin Jin took a deep look at them, as if he wanted to carve this last tender scene into his mind.
Then, he turned around decisively, never looked back, and strode away.
After leaving the academy gate, Dugu Bo appeared in front of Lin Jin.
"Little Fox, you want to kill all Fallen Soul Master in the world, why don't you go to the legendary Slaughter City?"
"That place... According to legend, even Titled Douluo can't escape unscathed. Is it too risky for you to go now? Why don't you wait until you become stronger?"
When Dugu Bo heard Lin Jin say that he wanted to kill all Fallen Soul Master, he thought of this legendary place - Slaughter City.
Slaughter City is said to be the paradise of Fallen Soul Master, but few people can see it because few who go in can come out.
Lin Jin said in a terrifyingly calm tone, "That's why I have to go alone."
He looked at Dugu Bo, "Old Poison, remember to promise me, Xiao Xue... I'll leave it to you."
Dugu Bo took a deep look at him and snorted, "Humph, do you still need to say it? Don't worry, no one can touch a hair on that girl as long as I am here."
"However, Yang Wudi is coming soon, why don't you wait for him?"
"Don't worry, I will stay in seclusion for a while at Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. When Soul Power reaches level 60, I will go there for a while, Slaughter City."
Hearing that Lin Jin was not going to Slaughter City immediately, but planned to use Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well to reach level 60 first, a hint of appreciation flashed in Dugu Bo's eyes.
This kid seems to be driven by hatred, but in fact he still maintains a calm mind and clear plans.
"It's a good thing that you haven't been overwhelmed by hatred." Dugu Bo snorted, "Then you can go alone. It just so happens that I was troubled by Martial Soul Backlash before and haven't spent time with my granddaughter. I can have enough fun again."
Hearing Dugu Bo's somewhat joking but underlying concern, the corners of Lin Jin's mouth moved imperceptibly.
This Old Poison obviously wants him to retreat in peace of mind, but he wants to say it in such an awkward way.
"That would be great." Lin Jin nodded, "With you by their side, I can feel more at ease."
He didn't say anything more, he just wanted to stop talking.