Inside the Bai family, everyone stood ready, while on the streets of Baishui City, many people stopped in their tracks, feeling a sense of shock.
The Bai and Lin families had always been at odds. Due to the matter of the spirit mine, they had clashed several times. Now, with the Lin family dispatching so many experts, Baishui City was likely facing a great calamity.
Thinking of this, the crowd couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation. Baishui City had been divided between two powers since ancient times, and now it seemed destined for unification. Whether the Bai family would emerge victorious or the Lin family would triumph, no one could say for sure.
After a long while, the Lin family head finally arrived outside the Bai family mansion, with Lin Qingbei following closely behind, a smug expression on his face. Their Lin family was not to be trifled with.
Although the Bai family was not weak, the Lin family was superior. If a real confrontation were to occur, the Lin family would be fearless.
"Patriarch Lin, what is the reason for such a grand mobilization?"
The Bai family head smiled and clasped his fists, "Is there perhaps some misunderstanding here?"
"Brother Bai, the Bai and Lin families have had some acquaintances. Are you not going too far with your actions?"
The Lin family head said coldly, "The two families already had a marriage contract, yet the Bai family wishes to break it. How is my Lin family to carry on from here?"
"As everyone knows, Young Master Lin is notoriously dissolute and not a good match for Xiao Qing!"
The Bai family head stated directly, "It is precisely because of this that I have chosen another suitable groom. Is there something wrong with that?"
"Chosen another suitable groom?"
Lin Qingbei said coldly, "Then where does that leave me? Do you truly think my Lin family is easily bullied?"
"Lin Qingbei, since things have come to this, why do you need to say more!"
Bai Xiaoqing stated directly, "Even if I were to die, I would not marry you. Stop dreaming. Moreover, the Lin family's desire for this alliance is merely to seize our Bai family's mines. Our Bai family is not foolish!"
"Is there some misunderstanding in this matter?"
The Lin family head smiled, "My Lin family has never had such intentions. Furthermore, the alliance between the two families is a joyous occasion. How could the Lin family act in such a manner!"
"Patriarch Lin, don't speak so sweetly!"
Bai Xiaoqing stated directly, "Our Bai family is well aware of your Lin family's actions. This marriage is broken today! If the Lin family is unwilling, our Bai family will have no choice but to fight!"
Following these words, the members of the Bai family's auras surged, accompanied by an imposing momentum. As guards of the Bai family, they would not tolerate the downfall of their family.
The Lin family head's face turned ashen. He had not intended to resort to such drastic measures, but now it seemed it would not be so easy.
The Bai family's actions suggested they were prepared for war.
It only surprised him, where the Bai family got its confidence from, considering their Lin family's considerable foundation.
"I think this matter can be resolved easily!"
Lu Fan stepped forward, "As long as both sides take a step back, the path ahead will be wide open!"
"Who are you?"
The Lin family head looked at Lu Fan. This was a matter between the Lin and Bai families, and Lu Fan's status within the Bai family was unclear, yet he dared to interfere here.
"Grandfather, it's him who beat me up!"
Lin Qingbei said coldly, "He absolutely cannot be let off easily today!"
The Lin family patriarch frowned. Lu Fan, at such a young age, was able to defeat Lin Qingbei. This was no ordinary skill, nor something an ordinary person could achieve.
"Young man, my Lin family has no enmity with you. Why did you act in this manner?"
The Lin family head said coldly, "Not only did you injure my grandson, but you also tried to snatch his wife."
"The way you put it, whether she is his wife is still up for debate, isn't it!"
Lu Fan smiled slightly, "To resolve the grievances between the two great families, the most appropriate method is to dissolve the engagement. This way, the two families will no longer have disputes. But if the Lin family is unwilling, a battle between the two families is inevitable!"
"You infuriate me!"
With coldness in his eyes, the Lin family patriarch glared at Lu Fan, "Do you truly think my Lin family is made of clay?"
"I certainly do not dare!"
Lu Fan waved his hand, "I merely wish to avoid causing trouble for the two great families. I hope you can understand!"
With these words, the Lin family patriarch was extremely angered. He had never imagined being treated with such disrespect by another.
"Brother Bai, I mean no disrespect. If you insist on this course of action, the Lin family will initiate war!"
The Lin family head said sternly, "At that time, I believe you are aware of the consequences!"
"I am naturally aware!"
The Bai family head nodded, "However, for my daughter's happiness, I am willing to bear all of this, even if the entire Bai family perishes. I will not show any leniency."
His face instantly turned ashen, and the Lin family head said fiercely, "Very well, very well. You are truly worthy of being the head of the Bai family. Your courage truly strikes fear into me!"
"You jest!"
The Bai family head said coldly, "My Bai family has always been this way. Patriarch Lin need not dwell on it too much!"
"Lin family members, where are you!"
The Lin family head's expression was indifferent, "The Bai family has broken off the engagement, how can my Lin family maintain its dignity? Today, my Lin family will show no mercy and will fight the Bai family to the bitter end!"
"Fight!"
"Fight!"
"Fight!"
A roar echoed, and the crowd's indignation surged, filled with an overwhelming aura.
The Lin family head sneered and abruptly waved his arm. In the blink of an eye, many Lin family experts rushed out. The Lin family had long coveted the Bai family's mines, and now that the Bai family had walked into a trap, the Lin family would not let this opportunity slip by.
As long as they could eliminate the Bai family, the entire spirit mine would belong to the Lin family, which would be the best outcome for them.
Shouts of battle erupted, and many Bai family experts immediately joined the fray, unwilling to wait for their doom.
For a time, the two sides clashed, and Baishui City became instantly lively. Many observing cultivators were somewhat excited. The Bai and Lin families had been irreconcilable for a long time, and it was not surprising to them that a battle was now ensuing.
"Mr. Lu, if you and I join forces, we can surely deal with that old Lin fellow!"
The Bai family head stated, "Once he is dealt with, Mr. Lu will be a great benefactor to my Bai family. No matter what happens in the future, the Bai family will follow Mr. Lu's lead!"
"Patriarch Bai need not be so formal. Since I have received Miss Bai's favor, it is only right for me to help the Bai family!"
After speaking, Lu Fan attacked fiercely, striding towards the Lin family head, exuding a gust of wind, showing no hesitation.
At this very moment, the Lin family head frowned and looked towards Lu Fan, "You have great audacity, daring to lay hands on me!"
Lu Fan, however, smiled coldly, "You think too highly of yourself. Since I've decided to act, do you think you can handle it!"
"Utterly outrageous!"
The Lin family head's expression was indifferent, his aura surging. Lu Fan's words were unacceptable to him.
In the blink of an eye, the Lin family head surged forward and struck at Lu Fan with a palm, carrying a powerful wind. As the head of the Lin family, he would not fear Lu Fan.
"Mr. Lu, be careful."
Bai Xiaoqing quickly reminded him, her expression also turning grave. She knew the strength of the Lin family head all too well.