"Do you think he could really single-handedly destroy the entire Gourd Canyon?"
Some people couldn't help but swallow hard.
"Impossible. Even if he's strong, there's a limit. Gold Realm Sin Beast pose no threat to him, but don't forget there are Platinum Realm Sin Beast deep within the canyon."
Someone immediately retorted.
Although he was also shocked by Lin An's combat power, he still did not believe that the other party had the ability to cut through the canyon.
"Even just clearing out the Gold Realm Sin Beast outside would be enough to shock the world," one person remarked.
If such a story were to spread, he would surely be treated as an honored guest by the Ten Great Clans of Guangwu City, and even the Wu Clan would extend an olive branch.
However, he then shook his head with a wry smile, after all, even without such achievements, the other party would still have no shortage of powerful forces to recruit them.
It's just a pity that I wasn't the one who did all of this.
"Gentlemen, Brother Lin is currently embroiled in a fierce battle. How can we stand idly by? Is there anyone willing to join me and lend Brother Lin a helping hand?" A young man spoke up at this moment.
Upon hearing this, everyone frowned slightly.
"Brother, have you forgotten? They just told us not to interfere, or they would use force against us," someone said.
Although they were very unhappy when they heard these words before, thinking that Lin An was too arrogant.
But now, looking at the corpses lying in the canyon, they dared not express the slightest dissatisfaction.
Although the opponent is arrogant, they do indeed have the strength.
If they rashly intervene, they might actually be killed by the other side.
"I am Huang Yan from Xiyun City," the young man said with a smile.
The expressions on everyone's faces changed slightly; they had heard of Xiyun City before.
Although it is only a lower city, it is a top-tier existence among lower cities. Its city lord, Huang Jian, is a peak Platinum level expert, and it is said that he has already stepped into the Diamond Realm.
Huang Yan is Huang Jian's youngest son. He is also exceptionally talented. Although he is only twenty-eight years old, he has already reached the Gold Ninth Grade.
Even before the ceremony began, news spread that among the many prodigies of the Lower City, Huang Yan was considered one of the most likely to win a spot.
Huang Yan noticed the expressions on everyone's faces and smiled as well, realizing that he did have some reputation after all.
"Gentlemen, although Brother Lin just said that we shouldn't interfere, I suppose he doesn't want us to get involved in the struggle for the rare treasure."
"But the appearance of the extraordinary treasure is still far off; we are merely assisting him in hunting down the Sin Beast."
Huang Yan smiled and said, "We'll retreat after we've killed most of the Sin Beast. I don't think Brother Lin will mind."
Upon hearing this, everyone was moved and felt that Huang Yan's words made a lot of sense.
All they need to do is help Lin An hunt down the Sin Beast, even if it's just to show their faces in front of him. In the future, when he becomes a powerful figure, he might bring them some benefits.
Moreover, they already knew that Lin An was valued by the Wu Clan. If they could fight alongside Lin An, after leaving the Spirit Realm, all he had to do was say a word for them in the Wu Clan, and they might just get Wu Clan help.
"But we only have about a hundred people, while the canyon is teeming with Sin Beast. What if something happens..."
While some were tempted, others were worried, not wanting to risk their lives just to curry favor with Lin An.
If we are outmatched, we should retreat.
"Besides, fortune and honor are found in danger. If one only desires wealth and honor and is unwilling to take risks, then why bother participating in the grand ceremony?"
Huang Yan said, "If anyone is willing to travel with me, please decide as soon as possible."
The crowd looked at each other, but eventually some people were persuaded by Huang Yan, and soon more than ten people came to Huang Yan's side.
But most people are still observing; they don't want to take risks. Since someone is willing to explore the path first, they don't need to rush.
We can always wait and make our move later; there's still plenty of time.
"Everyone, prepare yourselves, we'll make our move shortly," Huang Yan said, looking at the dozen or so people around him. He was already quite satisfied that he had more than ten people following him after just a few words.
His gaze fell on Lin An. He had originally planned to go alone to help Lin An in order to gain his friendship.
But there were simply too many Sin Beast in the canyon, and if he were alone, charging in would only be suicide.
That's why I encouraged others to join in.
"Before the ceremony began, my father told me that the prodigies of the Ten Great Clans would all break through to the Platinum Realm in the Spirit Realm, and they would most likely not take up any spots."
"In other words, my chances of getting a spot to go to the royal city are extremely high."
"But with my strength, even if I went to the royal city, I would be nothing more than an ant."
"But Lin An is different. He's on good terms with the Wu Clan and is a prodigy himself. If I could follow him to the capital, I could benefit from it as well."
" Lin An is arrogant, and gaining his approval will be difficult. Only by fighting alongside him will it be possible."
Huang Yan took a deep breath. If it weren't for his future development in the capital, he wouldn't have wanted to take the risk.
Fortunately, he had his own means of survival, and even if all else failed, he could escape from the canyon.
Soon, everyone was ready.
"Gentlemen, follow me to support Brother Lin."
Without hesitation, Huang Yan darted out, followed closely by the others.
Lin An, who was hunting Sin Beast, frowned when he sensed more than a dozen auras approaching from behind.
Condemnation across the battlefield, he turned around and saw more than ten people rushing towards him.
Lin An's expression turned cold. He had already warned them, but he didn't expect anyone to still dare to try and steal the Sin Beast he had taken from him.
"Get out!" Lin An shouted coldly.
"Brother Lin, we have no intention of vying for the rare treasure; we simply did not want you to fight alone, so we came to offer our support."
Fearing that Lin An might misunderstand, Huang Yan immediately shouted, "Please rest assured, Brother Lin, we are only here to relieve some of your burden, and we will leave shortly."
But these words only intensified the murderous intent in Lin An's eyes.
If these people are after rare treasures, he really doesn't care.
But now I'm actually trying to help him share the burden...
How can we share the pressure?
Of course, we should help him hunt down the Sin Beast.
But does he need the other party's help?
"Get out of here or you're dead!" Lin An said, taking a deep breath. This was his final warning.
Huang Yan sensed that something was wrong.
When the other party first told them to get lost, they assumed it was a misunderstanding that they were interested in taking the treasure.
But they had already explained it very clearly, and the other party should have understood that they were really just there to help the other party hunt down the Sin Beast and relieve their stress.
Why is their attitude still so cold? He even sensed the murderous intent in their tone.
Perhaps it's because they don't trust themselves?
Huang Yan understood. This was normal. If it were him, he would never trust a stranger based on just a few words.
"Brother Lin, we really just came here..."
Huang Yan was about to explain when he suddenly felt a chill run down his spine. A flash of light tore through the Sin Beast and swept towards him.