“If I remember correctly, didn’t Emperor Huoyun say that young kid is his disciple?”
“No wonder his strength is so terrifying, no wonder he dared to challenge Prince Yi. So… he’s actually Emperor Huoyun’s disciple…”
The crowd was shaken to their core.
They finally understood—this was the confidence and backing that allowed Lin Yun to stand up to Prince Yi!
“He’s… he’s Emperor Huoyun’s disciple?”
Prince Yi’s eyes widened, his face shifting.
This revelation hit him like a thunderbolt!
In the sky.
“Yan Zuo, you see this Emperor and still don’t pay respects!”
Emperor Huoyun stood with hands behind his back, his eyes cold and sharp, exuding an unmatched domineering aura.
Evidently, Yan Zuo was the gray-robed Immortal’s name.
“Greetings… greetings, Great Emperor.”
The gray-robed Immortal had no choice but to bow to Emperor Huoyun, given his status in the Heavenly God Palace.
Perhaps Emperor Tianqian could stand toe-to-toe with Emperor Huoyun.
But he, Yan Zuo, was not worthy!
“Yan Zuo, you’ve got some nerve, daring to kill this Emperor’s disciple! If my disciple had died here, do you know you’d pay with your life?” Emperor Huoyun scolded sternly, his presence overwhelming.
“This…” Yan Zuo’s face shifted, momentarily speechless.
He had sensed Lin Yun’s extraordinary background.
But he never imagined this kid was Emperor Huoyun’s disciple!
Prince Yi hurriedly stepped forward, “Emperor Huoyun, this guy killed our Tianqian royal clan members, stole my Heaven-level weapon, and humiliated me. That’s why Uncle Yan acted!”
Prince Yi sounded self-righteous.
Emperor Huoyun slowly turned to Prince Yi, “Prince Yi, the team you brought into the repository wasn’t weaker than my disciple, was it? You’re in the same realm as him, yet you lost. Doesn’t that prove you’re useless?”
Prince Yi’s face twitched, flushing red with embarrassment.
Emperor Huoyun continued, “If I were you, I’d be too ashamed to mention such a disgraceful loss. Yet you have the nerve to bring it up. Aren’t you embarrassed for the Tianqian royal clan?”
“This… this…”
Prince Yi’s face burned, but he didn’t dare retort against Emperor Huoyun.
The gray-robed Immortal spoke again, “Emperor Huoyun, even with your presence, your disciple killed our royal clan members. That’s a fact. Even if you intervene, this matter must be reported to Emperor Tianqian for justice.”
Emperor Huoyun didn’t respond directly, instead turning to Lin Yun.
“Master,” Lin Yun bowed.
“Tell me about your conflict with Prince Yi,” Emperor Huoyun said calmly.
“Yes, Master.”
Lin Yun began recounting the conflict with Prince Yi.
It started with Prince Yi rallying others to face the metal puppet in the hall, only to betray Lin Yun and order him out.
Later, Prince Yi and his team surrounded Lin Yun, demanding his Ksitigarbha Bodhi Fruits and a full search, which Lin Yun refused. Prince Yi challenged him to a duel, lost, and broke the duel’s terms by ordering an attack, trying to kill Lin Yun, forcing him to flee into the Silver Lake.
After emerging, Prince Yi ambushed him again, intent on killing him, but Lin Yun counterattacked successfully.
Lin Yun laid it all out clearly.
Of course, he omitted obtaining the token and the treasures at the lake’s bottom. With so many ears around, he couldn’t reveal that. He only spoke of his feud and battles with Prince Yi.
As for Big Bear, Lin Yun explained it as a chance find in the repository.
“Master, that’s the story,” Lin Yun finished.
“Good, I understand. Disciple, hand me Prince Yi’s Heaven-level weapon,” Emperor Huoyun said.
“Yes.”
Lin Yun promptly gave the Heaven-level weapon to Emperor Huoyun.
Emperor Huoyun took the sword and turned to Prince Yi and the gray-robed Immortal.
“I’ve heard the matter. My disciple did kill Tianqian Empire members.”
“But the conflict was started by you, Prince Yi. That’s undeniable, isn’t it?” Emperor Huoyun looked at Prince Yi.
“This…” Prince Yi was speechless.
If fault were truly assigned, it was indeed Prince Yi who started it.
As a prince of the Tianqian Empire, he usually didn’t need to care about right or wrong—just strength and weakness.
Weakness was the sin!
But now, with Emperor Huoyun backing Lin Yun, they had the leverage to argue right and wrong.
Who was at fault was clear.
Emperor Huoyun said domineeringly, “My disciple didn’t provoke you. You, Prince Yi, tried to kill and rob him first, then pursued him relentlessly! That he didn’t kill you was already giving the Tianqian Empire face! He’s not at fault! Even if this goes to the Heavenly God Palace, he’s not wrong! Your royal clan lost some men—so be it. Understood?”
“Understood!” The gray-robed Immortal forced a smile and nodded.
In terms of right and wrong, they were indeed in the wrong, having attacked Lin Yun first to kill and rob him.
“And you, do you understand?” Emperor Huoyun’s cold gaze turned to Prince Yi.
“Under… understood.”
Despite his immense reluctance, Prince Yi could only nod.
“Here’s your weapon back. This matter is settled. If you dare cause trouble again, this Emperor will deal with you personally!”
Emperor Huoyun’s icy voice carried a pressure that made Prince Yi shudder.
With that, he tossed the Heaven-level weapon to Prince Yi.
Prince Yi caught it, unable to say more.
Emperor Huoyun turned to Lin Yun, “Disciple, report to me when you return.”
“Yes, Master,” Lin Yun replied.
Emperor Huoyun nodded, and his light-formed figure dissipated.
“Didn’t expect this battle to end like this.”
“In the end, it’s all about who’s got the bigger backing.”
…
The distant onlookers sighed in awe.
Who could’ve predicted this dispute would involve two Immortals, including Emperor Huoyun?
“Phew…”
Lin Yun let out a long breath.
Returning the Heaven-level weapon to settle the matter was a good outcome for him.
The weapon was gone, but it wasn’t a loss—it was Prince Yi’s to begin with. Lin Yun had gained plenty of other spoils, so he definitely came out ahead.
Most importantly, he’d kept his life!
As long as he lived, he could earn more resources later. If he died, everything would be lost.
