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第三千六百六十五章 两难选择

Lin Xuan's expression was dark, as if Fairy Yan was facing a huge crisis. Emotionally and logically, he had no reason to stand idly by.

To begin with, back when they were in the mortal realm, Dream Yan had helped him many times. Just considering their sworn sisterhood, Lin Xuan couldn't remain indifferent.

Lin Xuan's nature was to be clear about his grudges and favors.

The path of immortality was arduous, never lacking for those who were cold-hearted and unfeeling among cultivators. But Lin Xuan certainly wasn't that kind of person.

They say an older sister is like a mother; how could Lin Xuan ignore the crisis facing Fairy Yan?

If it had been in another situation, he would have hesitated not at all. Sovereign Rensha, even with his fame, was merely a mid-transmigration cultivator. Today's Lin Xuan wasn't what he used to be; such an existence wouldn't be completely indifferent, but they certainly wouldn't take him too seriously.

However, while Sovereign Rensha could disregard it, the Rain Mist Business Alliance couldn't afford to ignore it.

Although it wasn't a sect or family, its power was far beyond ordinary people's imagination. Otherwise, how could such a grand event be held in the Three Realms?

The Peach Banquet, where powerful cultivators gathered like raindrops. The Rain Mist Business Alliance managed to gather so many top-notch experts; this alone proved their strength.

Throughout his journey, he didn't see too many business alliance cultivators, but the Five Elements Vengeful Demons Formation left Lin Xuan uneasy.

Since a million five hundred thousand years ago when the Peach Banquet went awry and private duels were prohibited, it had always been Rain Mist Business Alliance's principle. This is why there was the concept of life-and-death contracts.

Lin Xuan didn't know what Fairy Yan had encountered or why she fought against Sovereign Rensha. But a life-or-death battle required both parties' consent. In other words, their duel was supervised and protected by Rain Mist Business Alliance.

As an observer, he naturally wouldn't face any problems. However, if he offered help, the opponent would no longer be just Sovereign Rensha; it could be said that he was making enemies with the entire Rain Mist Business Alliance.

This wasn't idle talk. Transmigration period experts were all proud and arrogant. Those who participated in the Peach Banquet were among the strongest. If Rain Mist Business Alliance didn't take some severe measures, how could these stubborn old monsters submit?

After all, the cultivation world was one where strength reigned supreme.

A million five hundred thousand years ago, such an incident occurred at the Peach Banquet. After sobering up, Rain Mist Business Alliance established the life-and-death battle rule. But initially, those old monsters didn't follow it.

One shouldn’t think that just because they were in the transmigration period, their words would always count. A promise was worth a thousand pieces of gold based on strength. The cultivation world followed the law of the jungle. Transmigration period experts were all used to giving orders; who doesn't have friends and relatives?

Life-and-death battles allowed for intervention when one party was at a disadvantage. At first, some people did just that. This person was an advanced-stage transmigration cultivator.

Although he knew Rain Mist Business Alliance wasn’t trivial, he didn’t think they would turn against him over such a small matter.

Unfortunately, his thoughts were too naive.

Once the rules were set, they had to be followed. Not only did Rain Mist Business Alliance turn against him but it was an all-or-nothing situation.

This advanced-stage transmigration cultivator paid a terrible price for his actions—his demise!

Of course, Rain Mist Business Alliance wasn’t without any cost either; an advanced-stage transmigration cultivator’s desperate struggle was terrifying. Two elders of the business alliance perished, but this also showed how determined Rain Mist Business Alliance was.

Once they said something, they would do it, and no top-tier powerhouse could ignore the rules of the business alliance. It wasn’t wrong to say that they were using a scarecrow to teach others a lesson.

But regardless, after this incident, Rain Mist Business Alliance received satisfactory results. The Peach Banquet hadn't seen any mishaps in subsequent years. Life-and-death battles followed voluntary principles; if you didn’t want it, no one could force you. Guests were welcome, and the business alliance naturally took responsibility for your safety.

At least, no one dared to bother you at the Peach Banquet. However, once you agreed and signed a life-and-death contract, whether you lived or died was up to your own abilities.

One had to take responsibility for their actions.

Once the duel began, don’t expect external help.

Life and death are predetermined; wealth is in heaven’s hands.

Lin Xuan understood these principles. He had already consulted Immortal Void Sage and Fairy Bai Cao earlier.

But what did knowing matter?

Could he just stand by and watch?

While it was Yan's choice to engage in a life-and-death battle, could his brother just watch her die?

Because of Rain Mist Business Alliance’s retaliation, should he ignore the situation?

Lin Xuan's mind was torn. His fists were almost bleeding.

What should he do?

He didn't know.

He didn’t want to miss out on the Peach Banquet or engage in armed conflict with Rain Mist Business Alliance, but...

Lin Xuan had long been accustomed to not showing his emotions, but at this moment, his eyes were red.

Boom!

A loud noise reached his ears as Dream Yan's Sword of Snowfall was knocked away. Cracks appeared on the sword’s surface.

Sovereign Rensha's strength truly wasn’t trivial; after several rounds, it had actually damaged Yan's life-providing treasure.

Puff...

Dream Yan's face turned pale, and a blood-streaked spurt came from her mouth.

This life-providing treasure she had been cultivating for nearly ten thousand years. Once damaged, the mental strain would inevitably result in severe physical injuries.

Her mana was now frozen; for a while, it couldn't be redirected smoothly.

Heh...

A hoarse and unpleasant laugh entered his ears as Sovereign Rensha's face was filled with ferocity. He wouldn’t let such an opportunity pass.

He had no sympathy or affection; Yan and he had a deep-seated enmity. Although this woman’s strength was far inferior to his, letting her live would always be a potential threat.

Danger must be eradicated at its root. Fairy Yan must die.

With these thoughts in mind, he flipped his hand, and a short, black axe appeared in his palm. The surface of the axe was covered with faded inscriptions, and on the handle, there was a vividly carved ghost face, indicating that it wasn’t an ordinary treasure; its power was undoubtedly formidable.

Sovereign Rensha then swung his right hand without hesitation, summoning this divine artifact.

A black light flashed as the axe swelled in size with the wind, instantly transforming into over ten meters long. The blade surface emitted fierce light, viciously chopping towards Dream Yan's direction.

"Ah..."

Lin Xuan’s expression changed drastically. This blow would likely destroy Yan's body even if she didn’t perish.

At this critical moment, Lin Xuan couldn't remain indifferent.

In the end, Lin Xuan was still an emotional person; he could weigh pros and cons when facing crises, but when his family faced danger, Lin Xuan wouldn’t consider any benefits or losses.

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