C15 Change Mission(1)

"I'm warning you, Lee Tianhu, you're not worthy of Demonic Li. So step off the Platform of Life and Death now, and I'll act as if nothing happened. If I end up with Demonic Li in the future, we'll still be distant relatives."

Lee Tianhu might have let it slide, but those words ignited his fury, setting the very air ablaze with his rage. Just as he was about to retaliate, a dispassionate voice echoed through the crowd.

"Go ahead, Dafei. The Platform of Life and Death is a matter of fate. If your enemy is so eager to die, then you must oblige him. The Lin Family does not breed cowards."

All eyes turned to the speaker, and a collective gasp filled the air. It was Lin Shouchai, one of the four prodigies of the outer sect.

Lin Dafei had doubted his ability to best Lee Tianhu, whose awakened talent was that of a mighty python. But with Lin Shouchai's arrival, the tables had turned. Even if Lin Dafei couldn't overpower Lee Tianhu, Lin Shouchai would surely intervene at the crucial moment.

As tensions rose and a confrontation seemed imminent, a girl leapt onto the Platform of Life and Death. It was Demonic Li, one of the day's protagonists, brimming with excitement and eager to clarify the situation.

Tasked by the sect with confessing to Wang Dafei for a mysterious reward, Demonic Li, also known as Lee Yaoyao, had decided to take a chance. After completing her mission and claiming her prize, she returned only to discover that her cousin, Lee Tianhu, was fuming and had challenged Lin Dafei.

The dispute had escalated to the Platform of Life and Death, but Lee Yaoyao's feelings for Lin Dafei were not genuine; she had acted solely to fulfill her mission. Now, she was there to set the record straight.

"Cousin, please don't challenge Lin Dafei. I only did it to complete the mission. There's really nothing between us." Without her explanation, Lee Tianhu's face might have turned a shade of green with vexation.

Lee Yaoyao's confession to Lin Dafei was clearly just to fulfill a mission. Anyone with a shred of sense would see through that. And what kind of sect would assign such a ridiculous task? They must think he's a toddler.

"You treacherous woman, I've always treated you so well. Whenever I come across any valuable cultivation resources, you're the first person I think of. Yet, you fall for someone else. Where does that leave my dignity? And to confess to Lin Dafei in front of everyone..." Lee Tianhu's anger grew with each thought. In a fit of rage, he slapped Lee Yaoyao across her delicate face.

Already primed for battle, the force behind Lee Tianhu's slap was frightening, sending the girl tumbling to the ground. Lin Dafei, witnessing Lee Yaoyao being struck, was furious.

Any man would be loath to see such a beautiful woman harmed, especially since Lee Yaoyao had embraced him warmly that morning. Despite the pain in her cheek, Lee Yaoyao clung to Lee Tianhu, who was ready to lash out, and murmured something into his ear.

Wang Yufei couldn't make out what Lee Yaoyao had said, but he noticed Lee Tianhu's fury subsiding. This was not the outcome Wang Yufei desired, so he promptly issued Lee Yaoyao another melodramatic mission.

"Mission for Lee Yaoyao: you must kiss Lin Dafei's cheek within one minute. Successful completion will reward you with a cultivation technique that complements your Phoenix talent." Wang Yufei decided against imposing a penalty for mission failure.

He was confident that Lee Yaoyao would not pass up the opportunity to acquire a cultivation technique tailored to her talent, a dream for anyone, as it could unlock the full potential of her abilities.

Subsequently, Wang Yufei and Zhang Tianmeng found a comfortable spot to sit. However, Wang Yufei was taken aback to see everyone around him suddenly stand and scramble to switch seats. Puzzled by this behavior, his confusion was soon cleared up when he spotted Lin Shouchuan approaching with a dark expression.

Recognizing Lin Shouchuan, Wang Yufei understood his intent. He might have been considered worthless before, but that didn't mean he was clueless. Just yesterday, he had ambushed and severely injured Wang Shaofeng, who shared the same master as Lin Shouchuan.

Lin Shouchai was the senior disciple of Wang Shaofeng. As he took a seat next to Wang Yufei, his expression was one of cool detachment.

"Trash, who gave you the audacity to harm my junior brother? If you don't provide a satisfactory explanation today, you'll vanish from this world just like Lee Tianhu," Lin Shouchai declared, followed by a laugh that was chillingly sinister.

It was uncertain how formidable this man truly was, but Wang Yufei remained utterly unfazed. He feigned surprise as he regarded Lin Shouchai.

"Do you honestly believe Lin Dafei stands a chance against Lee Tianhu? No offense to your younger brother, but Lin Tianfei is simply no match for Lee Tianhu." Wang Yufei deliberately provoked Lin Shouchai with his words.

Wang Yufei himself didn't believe that Lin Dafei could best Lee Tianhu. Lee Tianhu's innate ability was akin to a snake striking from its lair, capable of compensating for any minor disparities in their realms with his sheer talent.

Hearing Wang Yufei's taunt, Lin Shouchai couldn't help but laugh. "Let's make a wager then. Lee Tianhu is as good as dead today. If I lose, you can deal with me as you see fit," Lin Shouchai proposed with unwavering confidence.

Without a moment's hesitation, Wang Yufei accepted the challenge. "Fine. I say Lee Tianhu won't meet his end today. If I win, I don't want anything else, just that jade pendant you're always toying with," Wang Yufei stated, pointing at the pendant in Lin Shouchai's hand with a stoic expression.

Wang Yufei had noticed Lin Shouchai's penchant for affectation, always fidgeting with a jade pendant. It was clear to Wang Yufei that the pendant was imbued with Spiritual Qi, and Lin Shouchai was not only enjoying the spectacle but also using the opportunity to absorb the Spiritual Qi for his cultivation.