Chapter 105 The Great War Erupts_2
Upon hearing Zhuang Zhenxin's words, Jin Zhiying's expression turned gloomy, seemingly somewhat disappointed.
After planning for such a long time, if he couldn't seriously damage the Lin and Sun Families, once they caught their breath, they would definitely not let the Jin Family off the hook.
In that case, the Jin Family's situation would become extremely difficult, and their current plan would have utterly failed.
"So you're saying we've failed, according to what Daoist Zhuang has said?"
Zhuang Zhenxin's complexion instantly returned to normal, and he offered a faint smile as he hastily began to clarify.
"Although the Lin Family's Protective Clan Formation is extraordinary, I've almost finished my research and deductions. I believe that within a few days, we'll have results. We have waited this many days already, a day or two more won't make a difference."
Upon hearing Zhuang Zhenxin's explanation, Jin Zhiying's expression changed, and he became excited instantly, quickly ordering the Jin Family Members behind him to make all preparations. The moment the formation was breached, they were to immediately attack the Lin Family Members.
After giving the orders, Jin Family Members raised their arms and cheered, each wearing a confident smile that was indescribably self-assured.
Within the Lin Family Clan Grounds, inside the Protective Clan Formation.
Lin Shikang had been guarding the edge of the formation, observing every action of the Jin Family through the light screen of the formation.
Feeling the energy of the Protective Clan Formation slowing down and seeing the Jin Family Members outside the formation showing joy, Lin Shikang looked solemn and immediately sent out several messages.
In a short while, Lin Shigong along with several other Foundation Establishment Clan Members of the Lin Family and Sun Dingxian arrived after being alerted, quickly rushing over together.
After exchanging greetings and seeing Lin Shikang's grim expression, Lin Shigong anxiously asked, "Third Brother, is there a problem with the formation?"
Lin Shikang did not conceal anything and shared the changes in the formation as well as the reactions of the Jin Family Members.
After hearing this, everyone's expression changed slightly, but they quickly regained their composure.
Given the situation, the Jin Family would definitely not retreat. A great battle was now inevitable.
Seeing that the others were not overly perturbed, Lin Shikang was quite pleased and began making arrangements.
"Daoist Sun, how are your injuries? Have you recovered?"
Faced with Lin Shikang's kind inquiry, Sun Dingxian and his companion expressed their thanks with a salute and calmly replied,
"Our injuries have completely healed. Lin, please give us your commands. Our Sun Family and the Jin Family are irreconcilable enemies. As long as we survive this ordeal, we are willing to form an eternal alliance with the Lin Family and will never betray it."
Sun Dingxian spoke with sincerity. Learning that the Lin Family had several hidden Foundation Establishment Cultivators, the two of them were greatly shocked. They promptly shared their intentions, hoping to receive the Lin Family's help.
When under the eaves, one must bow the head. Faced with the powerful Jin Family, the Sun Family was no match. Perhaps they could truly seek revenge with the help of the Lin Family.
"Good... With the help of the two Sun brothers, our force's strength is no less than the Jin Family's. In a life-and-death battle, the outcome is still uncertain."
With Sun Dingxian and his companion willing to lend their full support, Lin Shikang felt much more at ease.
Once he confirmed the condition of the two, Lin Shikang's lips moved slightly as he secretly transmitted a message to Lin Shihua.
Sun Dingxian, who was beside him, had already noticed this and presumed it to be about something important. Hence, he didn't inquire further, as it was natural that the Lin Family's secrets were not easily revealed.
After a short while, Lin Shihua bowed and left, his destination unknown.
Once Lin Shihua had left, Lin Shikang and the others did not take their leave but instead sat to the side and waited.
After half a day, Lin Shikang arrived with dozens of people, all lined up neatly to the side.
Each one of them already knew what they were about to face, and they each had a fierce look in their eyes, with solemn expressions.
Lin Shikang stood up with several Foundation Establishment Stage members and walked forward, stopping before the crowd.
He looked at all the clan members present, both male and female, all of whom were Lin Family Members above the Fifth Level of Qi Refinement.
Lin Shikang's gaze swept over each person as if he wanted to remember the face of everyone there.
After a short pause, Lin Shikang finally spoke.
"I trust you all are already aware of the challenge we're about to face. We don't need to speak of the Jin Family's strength; many have crossed paths with them, even clashed in battle. In this war, perhaps many of our clan members will perish. Are you afraid?"
"Not afraid..."
All the clan members responded in unison, their resounding reply echoing throughout Green Bamboo Mountain.
"Good, that is the spirit of our Lin Family!"
"The Jin Family harbors greedy ambitions, striving to dominate the Luoyun Mountain Range. The Wu Family has already been annihilated, and the Sun Family has suffered heavy casualties. Facing such ravenous wolves who have set their sights on our Lin Family, we must fight for our family, for our kin behind us, and for our honor."
"So, muster your valor. When the enemy comes, slay them and defend the dignity of the Lin Family. Can you do it?"
"We can!"
Subsequently, Lin Shikang raised his arm and shouted, "For the family, we swear to protect to the death..."
"For the family, we swear to protect to the death..."
Every clan member about to enter the battle clenched their teeth with rising fervor.
Lin Shikang and a few others faced the formation outside while sitting on the ground, with the clan members behind them following suit, waiting for the imminent battle.
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A day passed outside the grand formation.
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Zhuang Zhenxin sat in front of the light curtain of the formation, with a grey and white pearl spinning endlessly above his head.
At that moment, Zhuang Zhenxin's brows were deeply furrowed, and large beads of sweat continuously fell from his forehead.
Suddenly, a piercing sound came through, and Zhuang Zhenxin shouted.
"Now is the moment!"
Behind him, Jin Zhiying grasped the Jin Family's Magical Treasure Thousand Blood Blade and leaped dozens of yards high, slashing fiercely at one corner of the light curtain.
A ferocious blood-red flood dragon smashed against the light curtain.
"Sizzle..."
The Lin Family's Protective Clan Formation shook, the light curtain caved in momentarily before returning to normal, but the operation of the formation seemed to be noticeably affected, its defensive power significantly weakened.
The Lin Family members all perceived the disturbance immediately, rose to their feet, and tightly grasped talisman paper and Spiritual Artifacts in their hands, vigilantly watching the outside of the light curtain.
After the initial strike failed, Jin Zhiying acted consecutively, launching three attacks one after another.
"Roar..."
The entire gate of the mountain shook slightly, and the invisible, colorless light curtain vanished into thin air, revealing the figures of both clashing clans to each other.
With faces flushed red, Jin Zhiying and Zhuang Zhenxin immediately rushed in, followed closely by the Jin Family members, with the great battle on the brink of erupting.
Just then, a piercing, shrill screech resounded, a sound that captivated one's soul.
Suddenly, a three-yard-long green spider crawled swiftly, moving across several mountain peaks with ease and astonishing speed.
As the sound passed the Lin Family members and reached the attacking Jin Family members, they all paused, their movements inexplicably slowing.
"A Soul-eating Spider in the Second Order Late Phase!"
Jin Zhiying exclaimed in alarm, his face turning dark as he immediately halted his advance.
Although he had known that the Lin Family possessed a Guardian Spirit Beast left by the Patriarch of the Lin Family, its exact type had never been known, and it was unexpected to find it to be a Soul-eating Spider!
The Soul-eating Spider, a Second Order Demon Insect, had unremarkable offensive capabilities but possessed a special skill to launch sonic attacks that could significantly affect a Cultivator's soul, and its web, capable of trapping enemies, was highly effective, making it one of the rarest of demon insects.
Jin Zhiying, startled for a moment, quickly recovered and a trace of greed appeared in his eyes.
With the Patriarch of the Lin Family dead, the insect must be masterless now; such a rare demon insect, if successfully bonded, would surely be a great asset.
"Kill them all!"
Jin Zhiying roared, awakening the Jin Family members from their stupor.
Taking the lead, Jin Zhiying immediately initiated an attack, with the Jin Family members quickly following.
The great battle erupted, Lin Shikang soared into the air, the Soul-eating Spider closely following him as they both charged towards Jin Zhiying.
The two men and the spider clashed fiercely, their Sword Qi and Blade Qi colliding continuously, generating waves of turbulence.
As Lin Shikang fought valiantly, Lin Shihua and Sun Dingfeng joined forces against Jin Zhiping.
Meanwhile, Lin Shigong and Lin Xingyuan went after Jin Chaozong, with Sun Dingxian confronting Zhuang Zhenxin.
Ten Foundation Establishment Cultivators took to the sky, forming four major battlegrounds, fiercely engaging with one another.
Beneath them, the Qi Refining Stage clanspeople, led by the Great Perfection members such as Lin Shiji and Lin Shixin, clashed with the Jin Family amid chaotic battle.
For a moment, the sky was filled with spells and talisman papers cutting through the heavens, with the Lin Family's Sword Qi directly colliding with the Jin Family's Blade Qi.
Below Green Bamboo Mountain, battles raged everywhere, both sides fighting to the death.
Thus, the great battle fully erupted.