In Martial Universe, Signed in at the Start with Yao Lao's Ring

At this moment, in Qingyang Town, inside a bustling inn, diners came and went in an endless stream. However, what was most surprising was that at almost every table, the topic of discussion was exactly the same!

"Old Third, have you heard the news?"

"Yesterday, the Lei Family marched straight to Steel Wood Manor! The Lei Family's Patriarch, Lei Bao, personally led the attack!"

"I heard that Lei Bao recently broke through to Yuan Dan Stage! And since Lin Zhentian, the Lin Family's Patriarch, was still in seclusion, he planned to take advantage of the situation and wipe them out in one move!"

"Oh? Is that true? Then doesn't that mean the Lin Family is finished?"

"Their Patriarch is still in seclusion, and Lei Bao has reached the Yuan Dan Stage. Wouldn't that mean the Lei Family completely crushed them?"

"That's exactly what I thought at first! But guess what? The Lin Family… has a Lin Yan!"

"Lin Yan? You mean that young man who defeated Lei Li in the Hunting Competition?"

"Yes! That's the one!"

"What about him? If I recall correctly, wasn't he only at the Earthly Yuan Stage? He wouldn't even have had a chance to participate in a battle like this, right?"

"Are you kidding me?! I heard that Lin Yan has already broken through to the Yuan Dan Stage! And in yesterday's battle, he single-handedly killed Lei Bao! Think about it—Lei Bao was one of the most powerful warriors in the Lei Family! And now he's dead!

With the Xie Family already wiped out, Lei Bao dead, and Lin Yan rising in power, it looks like the Lin Family will be the undisputed rulers of Qingyang Town from now on!"

"That powerful?! Lin Yan's cultivation speed is terrifying! Is he even human? He's already at the Yuan Dan Stage at such a young age?"

"Exactly! He's a monster!"

Similar conversations echoed throughout every corner of Qingyang Town. Once the events of the previous day had spread, the entire Lin Family instantly became the talk of the town.

Of course, the one who drew the most attention and awe was Lin Yan.

After all, for someone his age to accomplish such a feat, within a small town like Qingyang, it was nothing short of earth-shattering.

Upon hearing the news, Wu Yun was completely dumbfounded.

He had originally just come to the inn for a meal, but as soon as he sat down, he overheard countless conversations about the event.

After asking around, he quickly pieced together what had happened, and immediately, his jaw dropped so wide it could fit an apple inside.

Without hesitation, Wu Yun rushed back to the Raging Blade Dojo, running straight toward the Dojo Master, Luo Cheng!

"Master! Master! Something big has happened!"

Wu Yun stormed into the hall, panting heavily.

At that moment, Luo Cheng was leisurely sipping tea. Upon seeing Wu Yun's panicked state, he couldn't help but frown.

With a stern tone, he scolded, "Wu Yun! How many times have I told you? No matter what happens, remain calm. Look at yourself now—how disgraceful!"

Wu Yun scratched his head in embarrassment, finally forcing himself to calm down.

Seeing this, Luo Cheng let out a satisfied sigh and took another sip of tea before asking, "Alright, speak. What happened?"

"Master… Lei Bao broke through to the Yuan Dan Stage. But… he was killed by Lin Yan!"

Wu Yun blurted out the shocking news in one breath.

The moment Luo Cheng heard those words, he spat out his tea on the spot! The teacup in his hand slipped from his grip and shattered on the floor.

His previously calm and composed demeanor had completely vanished. He sat there stunned, his mind unable to process what he had just heard.

After what felt like an eternity, Luo Cheng finally snapped back to reality, his voice urgent as he questioned, "What?! Tell me everything—start from the beginning!"

Wu Yun winced slightly, thinking, Didn't you just lecture me about staying calm? And now look at yourself…

Of course, he kept that thought to himself, lest he suffer the consequences. Instead, he obediently recounted everything in full detail.

Luo Cheng sat there staring blankly for a long while after hearing the entire story.

Then, finally, he let out a deep sigh of admiration.

"The Lin Family is truly blessed. To have someone like Lin Yan… that is a fortune granted by the heavens themselves."

On the side, Wu Yun couldn't help but mutter to himself, "But seriously, how the hell does Lin Yan cultivate so fast? I can't believe he reached the Yuan Dan Stage this quickly… what kind of monstrous talent is this? Not long ago, he was still at the Earthly Yuan Stage…"

Luo Cheng let out a deep sigh.

"This… is what it means to be a true genius. Just watch, Wu Yun. Lin Yan is no ordinary talent. His future achievements will be unimaginable."

"But the real question is… will the Lin Family's attitude toward us change? Now that they have Lin Yan, they've become incredibly powerful."

Luo Cheng's expression grew slightly worried. He exhaled heavily and gazed out the window, lost in thought.

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Lin Yan was completely unaware that his name had already spread throughout the entire town.

As usual, he was immersed in his training when he suddenly sensed a powerful fluctuation coming from Lin Zhentian's residence.

Lin Yan's eyebrows raised slightly, a smile forming on his face.

"Looks like Grandpa successfully broke through."

"Let's go check it out."

Without hesitation, he stepped out and made his way toward the main hall.

At the same time, in the main hall, Lin Zhentian had just emerged from seclusion and was already gathering Lin Xiao and the others to understand what had happened in the past few days.

Even though he had been in seclusion, the commotion caused by the Lei Family's attack had been far too great to go unnoticed.

He had felt powerful energy fluctuations, but at the time, he couldn't leave his seclusion to investigate.

But now that he had successfully broken through, his first priority was to find out exactly what had transpired.

"Father! You're finally out! The Lei Family… is gone!"

Lin Xiao's voice was filled with excitement as he quickly reported to Lin Zhentian. He then detailed every event that had taken place.

Lin Zhentian stood completely dumbfounded.

He had always known that Lin Yan was strong. He even knew that Lin Yan had broken through to the Yuan Dan Stage before him.

But what he never expected—was that in the time he spent in seclusion, Lin Yan had solved the greatest threat to the Lin Family!

Lei Bao—the man he had fought against for years, his greatest lifelong rival—had actually been killed by Lin Yan.

This development left Lin Zhentian utterly speechless.

But at the same time—it filled him with immense joy!

"Hahahaha! Excellent! Excellent! As expected of my grandson!"

Lin Zhentian burst into boisterous laughter, his voice as loud as rolling thunder.

At that moment, Lin Yan arrived at the scene.

"Good grandson! You're here! This time, you've truly done a great service for our Lin Family!"

Seeing Lin Yan, Lin Zhentian's smile widened even further.

He immediately stepped forward and patted Lin Yan's shoulder with pride, his gaze filled with appreciation.

"Tell me, what reward do you want? As long as I can make it happen, it's yours!"