Nine Domain Sword Emperor

Chapter 16: Sneaky Ambush

"It seems like I am really unpopular," Chu Feng smiled bitterly upon hearing those words.

In the inner and outer courts of the Lin Family, there was not a single person supporting Chu Feng's victory.

The reason these disciples targeted Chu Feng was simply jealousy.

They were jealous of Chu Feng's background, jealous of how a useless person who had not become a martial artist could become the steward of the Lin Family's outer court.

Because of this, they all held some hostility towards Chu Feng.

"Feng Mian, why did you agree to go up the Life and Death Platform with Li Xing?"

A middle-aged man suddenly approached near the Life and Death Platform, looking at Chu Feng with a worried expression.

"I've heard that your strength has improved, but Li Xing is at the peak of the eighth level of the Profound Realm, two levels higher than you. Facing him, you won't stand a chance."

"You shouldn't go to the Life and Death Platform this time. If you really want to deal with Li Xing, wait a few years until your strength is improved before going against him."

"Later, come with me to apologize to the patriarch. Just say it was a slip of the tongue and that you won't participate in the Life and Death Platform."

Although the voice of the middle-aged man seemed urgent, Chu Feng could still sense his concern.

"Uncle Lin, I said it with my own mouth. There's no way to take it back," Chu Feng looked at the man in front of him and said softly.

"Besides, I might not be afraid of Li Xing."

The man in front of him was the third elder of the Lin Family, and he was the only one who treated Chu Feng well.

This third elder was a good friend of Chu Feng's paternal grandfather. It was also his words that allowed Chu Feng to become the steward of the Lin Family's outer court.

Although the third elder's words sounded tough, the concern implied within them made Chu Feng feel warm. Other than his master and senior brothers, this was the first time someone had shown concern for him.

"Uncle Lin, rest assured. Since I've agreed, I won't be afraid of Li Xing."

Chu Feng spoke calmly, and the confidence in his tone surprised the third elder.

When did the weak and humble Chu Feng become so confident?

Although the third elder had already heard rumors about Chu Feng, seeing it with his own eyes still shocked him.

"Good. Feng Mian, you are indeed a descendant of the Chu Family and the grandson of our predecessor Chu."

After glancing at Chu Feng, the third elder did not stop him from going to the Life and Death Platform.

On the Life and Death Platform, Li Xing was already standing there, looking at Chu Feng with a sneer.

"I thought you would chicken out."

Li Xing mocked as Chu Feng slowly approached the platform.

"Instead of hiding in the Lin Family all day, since you want to die, I'll grant you that wish."

"Enough talk, sign the agreement."

Chu Feng glanced at Li Xing and spoke coldly.

A verbal argument had no meaning.

"Good! It seems like you really want to die quickly!"

Li Xing angrily declared.

"Sign the Life and Death agreement!"

"When this agreement is signed, life and death will be determined by fate. Only one person can leave this Life and Death Platform. Do you understand?"

A Lin Family elder coldly stated.

This elder was the one in charge of the Life and Death Platform in the Lin Family, where everything that happened would be recorded on the two pieces of paper filled with spiritual power.

"Alright!"

Without any hesitation, Chu Feng waved his hand and signed his name.

On the other side, Li Xing also signed his name almost at the same time.

In the instant when he signed his name, several silver needles suddenly shot out from Li Xing's hand.

They flew towards Chu Feng at an incredible speed.

These silver needles were extremely fast, with a layer of green spiritual power attached to them, enhanced by Li Xing's own power.

"Soul Silver Needles!"

"How despicable to resort to such a sneaky method!"

Seeing the sudden appearance of the silver needles, some disciples from the Lin Clan couldn't help but exclaim from the stands.

"Li Xing's strength is already above Chu Feng's, and now he even uses Soul Silver Needles to launch a sneak attack!"

While waiting on the life and death stage, Li Xing had already concealed the silver needles in his hand. When he signed his name, he suddenly unleashed them.

No one expected that Li Xing would resort to such a despicable tactic.

"Feng Meng!"

Elder San's expression changed drastically from the stands.

These Soul Silver Needles were not ordinary objects. They were yellow-grade spiritual weapons, and once they pierced into the body, even someone at the Martial Bone Realm would hardly be able to resist.

"Elder, isn't this a bit too despicable? Li Xing had already planned such a scheme beforehand," Elder San couldn't help but say, his body showing signs of wanting to rush towards the life and death stage.

"Elder San, why do you say that? Once they sign the life and death contract on the stage, it becomes a matter of life and death. Feng Meng didn't prepare himself, so why blame Li Xing for being prepared?" Another elder sneered on the side.

This elder was the Fifth Elder of the Lin Clan and also Li Xing's grandfather.

"In my opinion, it can only be said that this Feng Meng is foolish. He went onto the life and death stage without any preparation, so he deserves to die."

"On the life and death stage, it's up to them two. Outsiders should stay quiet and watch," the Fifth Elder's tone was calm, but anyone could hear the satisfaction in his words.

The law enforcement elder on the side nodded slightly when he heard the Fifth Elder's words. Although Li Xing's actions were not honorable, in a battle of life and death, all means were fair.

On the life and death stage, those few Soul Silver Needles were about to reach Chu Feng.

"Feng Meng, I know you have mastered an extraordinary body art, which is quite troublesome. But today, I want to see if your body art is faster or my Soul Silver Needles!" Li Xing laughed.

From the very beginning, he hadn't planned to engage in a real fight with Chu Feng. Even though he was confident in his own strength, he was extremely wary of Chu Feng's Shadow Body Art.

So now, he planned to directly kill Chu Feng using the Soul Silver Needles.

The Soul Silver Needles contained a paralyzing toxin. Once they stabbed into the body, they would paralyze the person, leaving them at the mercy of their opponent.

"Do you think these petty Soul Silver Needles can deal with me, Chu Feng?" Suddenly, Chu Feng's eyes changed. This earnest expression surprised almost all the disciples from the Lin Clan present. They never expected Chu Feng to have such a serious side.

In an instant, Chu Feng drew his sword from his waist. Under the swift sword lights, the Soul Silver Needles were cut one by one, falling to the ground.