Rise from a Poor Family: My Martial Arts Counterattack

Chapter 481 Overpowering Two Others of the Same Realm (Seeking Monthly Tickets)

Daliang, the capital city.

Martial Arts Alliance Headquarters.

In the headquarters lobby, several innate experts looked quite grim. This morning, the Martial Alliance explained their purpose to the envoy from the Jiuhua Alliance. They thought the envoy would leave, but to their surprise, the envoy did not leave and asked them to consider it further and give them a reply the next day.

consider!

Since Kong Qifeng explained that Lin Chen explicitly advised against Canglan Island forming an alliance with other islands, this matter was no longer worth considering.

Therefore, they came again today to inform the two envoys from the Jiuhua Alliance of the decision made by Canglan Island. However, they did not expect that the two envoys would put pressure on them.

The two envoys from the Jiuhua Alliance were both at the second level of the Innate Realm, while the elders were only at the first level of the Innate Realm and could not withstand the pressure at all.

"A refusal? Is this the final result you came up with after a day of discussion?"

The middle-aged man on the left had a gloomy face. He hadn't expected Canglan Island to be so ungrateful, refusing their Jiuhua Alliance twice. So many islands wanted to join the alliance but couldn't.

If it weren't for Lin Chen emerging from Canglan Island, and Pei Qingming, who is rumored to have joined Guixu Sword Tomb, such a small island would not have even caught the Alliance's eye.

This time, their visit to Canglan Island to invite it to join the alliance cannot be kept secret. Once the news gets out, where will the alliance put its face? The other two alliances will surely add fuel to the fire and spread this news throughout the entire East China Sea.

"Brother Zhao, don't worry. It seems we haven't explained things clearly."

The middle-aged man sitting at the head of the table on the right stopped his companion and looked at the elders of the Martial Arts Alliance and the vice leaders appointed by the various countries of Canglan Island: "Our Jiuhua Alliance currently has more than a hundred islands. After joining the alliance, islands can trade freely. Some martial arts resources can only be traded between alliances and are not available to the outside world."

"Moreover, our Jiuhua Alliance has also reached cooperation with some sects, and every year we recommend some geniuses to join the sects in the East China Sea. This is much better than going to these sects to participate in the assessments on your own."

Liang Jingzhi remained calm and unhurried. Since Zhao Jun had chosen to play the bad cop, it was naturally his turn to play the good cop.

The alliance's decision to include Canglan Island was made after careful consideration, primarily based on research into Lin Chen's situation.

The top of Martial Arts Mountain, based on the experiences of the geniuses who have been the top in Martial Arts Mountain in the past, is at least at the fifth level of the Innate Realm, and most of them are able to step into the sixth level of the Innate Realm.

Lin Chen is nothing now, but with the talent he has shown, he will definitely be able to step into the sixth level of the Innate Realm in the next few decades. Once Lin Chen steps into the sixth level of the Innate Realm, the Nine Hua Alliance will be able to overpower the other two major alliances and become the number one alliance in the East China Sea.

The Jiuhua Alliance values ​​the future.

In addition to Lin Chen, Canglan Island also has Pei Qingming, who is said to have joined the Guixu Sword Tomb. Those who can enter the Guixu Sword Tomb are not simple. Even if Pei Qingming cannot grow to the level of Lin Chen, it is conceivable that he will eventually reach the third or even fourth level of the Innate Realm.

From the Alliance's perspective, Canglan Island should feel honored that they are willing to absorb it. After all, even if Lin Chen grows up, it will be decades later, while Canglan Island will immediately receive the Alliance's protection upon joining.

Hearing Liang Jingzhi's words, the members of the Martial Arts Alliance looked at each other. They were well aware of the benefits of joining the Jiuhua Alliance. There had been some internal debates among them, but most of them felt that joining the Jiuhua Alliance would bring greater benefits.

However, Kong Qifeng sent back a message saying that Lin Chen disagreed.

Then there's nothing to argue about!

They rejected the Jiuhua Alliance, but did not tell Lin Chen because Lin Chen disagreed, as they did not want to cause him unnecessary trouble.

The elders of the Martial Arts Alliance exchanged glances, and finally one of them spoke up: "Lord Liang is right. However, Canglan Island has not met the requirements for joining the alliance. If we join now, we will probably be ridiculed by other islands. After careful consideration, we have decided not to join for the time being. Once the martial arts strength of Canglan Island has improved, we will definitely give priority to the Jiuhua Alliance."

Judging from the attitudes of these two individuals, the others present understood that joining the Jiuhua Alliance now was not a good thing for Canglan Island.

They originally thought that by joining the Jiuhua Alliance, Canglan Island would have someone to rely on. However, judging from the attitude of these two envoys, it is clear that even if Canglan Island joins the alliance, it will have no say in the alliance.

There is definitely competition within the alliance. As for resource trading, the prerequisite is that there must be resources available to trade with the other party. If Canglan Island wants to have a voice in the alliance and gain respect, it still needs to have a master of the third realm of innate cultivation to oversee it.

If that's the case, then it's better to wait until there are experts at the third level of the Innate Realm before joining.

"There is no need to worry about this. Now that we have joined the alliance, we are part of the alliance. The Jiuhua Alliance treats all islands equally."

Liang Jingzhi frowned. He hadn't expected the people from Canglan Island to be so stubborn. They had already said so much, yet they still refused to join. Were they really not afraid of offending the Jiuhua Alliance?
"What, has another alliance contacted you?"

Zhao Jun spoke again in a deep voice, his gaze sweeping over the group from the Martial Arts Alliance.

"Lord Zhao, please don't misunderstand. Our Canglan Island has never had any contact with other alliances," the Martial Arts Alliance elder quickly explained.

"As I said yesterday, if you want to refuse my Jiuhua Alliance, you must have a reason that my Jiuhua Alliance can accept. Otherwise, you will have to bear the wrath of my Jiuhua Alliance. Many islands in the entire East China Sea know that my Jiuhua Alliance came to your Canglan Island."

Zhao Jun's words were a blatant threat, but Liang Jingzhi did not stop him. They had just arrived at Canglan Island and explained their purpose. The people of the Canglan Island Martial Arts Alliance showed joy, and it was clear that most of them were willing to join the Jiuhua Alliance.

However, just three days later, the Martial Arts Alliance completely reversed its attitude. There is only one possibility: the other two major alliances may have heard the news and contacted Canglan Island, or they may have interfered.

"Lord Zhao...we..."

"I've said it before, either give me a reason that I can accept, or..."

"Is this reason sufficient for my refusal?"

Just as Zhao Jun finished speaking, a voice came from the courtyard gate.

Everyone's eyes immediately turned to the courtyard gate, and Zhao Jun's expression instantly turned cold, his oppressive aura descending towards the gate.

He wanted to see which innate martial artist on Canglan Island would dare to say such a thing.

At the entrance of the courtyard, the elders of the Martial Arts Alliance became excited the moment the figure appeared.

"It's him!"

Liang Jingzhi's pupils also shrank suddenly. The alliance allowed Canglan Island to join because of the person in front of him.

But why is Lin Chen on Canglan Island?
It's only been a little over a year since I left Canglan Island for Canglan Domain, how could I be back so soon?

When Zhao Jun saw Lin Chen walk in, his expression changed, and he quickly withdrew his aura. It wasn't that he was afraid of Lin Chen, after all, Lin Chen had only recently entered the second stage of the Innate Realm, while he had been in the second stage of the Innate Realm for ten years.

She just didn't want to get involved with Lin Chen.

But just as he withdrew his oppressive aura, Zhao Jun felt a sudden weight lift from his shoulders as he sensed an oppressive force approaching.

"He truly is a prodigy; he can't stand even the slightest bit of anger, and he's already retaliating."

Zhao Jun didn't take the pressure Lin Chen was exerting on him seriously. He knew that Lin Chen would automatically withdraw his pressure once he realized it couldn't affect him.

Zhao Jun thought the same thing, and Liang Jingzhi, who was standing next to him, had the same idea. He also sensed Lin Chen's aura locking onto Zhao Jun, but he didn't interfere because he believed that Zhao Jun could handle it.

But as Lin Chen took a few steps forward, Liang Jingzhi noticed something was wrong. Zhao Jun's expression had lost its previous ease, and there were even beads of sweat on his forehead.

"Zhao Jun couldn't withstand the pressure released by Lin Chen?"

This is impossible!

Liang Jingzhi could hardly believe what he was seeing, but the facts were undeniable. His expression turned serious, and he said, "I didn't expect Brother Lin to have returned to Canglan Island. If we had known he was back, we would have gone to find him directly." Unfortunately, Lin Chen did not respond.

Feeling Lin Chen's disregard for him, Liang Jingzhi felt a surge of anger. Even if you are a genius, you are only at the second level of the Innate Realm. Do you think you can deal with the two of us?
boom!
Liang Jingzhi also exuded an aura, ready to help Zhao Jun out of the predicament.

However, the moment he unleashed his aura, he felt a terrifying pressure crashing down on him like a tidal wave. Even more terrifying was that this pressure made his very soul tremble.

How could it be so strong?

A sense of fear crept into Liang Jingzhi's heart. The pressure Lin Chen was exerting on him at this moment was no less than that of those experts at the third level of the Innate Realm.

One step, two steps, three steps...

The entire courtyard was silent except for the sound of Lin Chen's footsteps. The elders of the Martial Arts Alliance present were also innate experts. Although their strength was somewhat inferior, they could still tell that Lin Chen was currently engaged in a battle with Liang Jingzhi and Zhao Jun.

Lin Chen walked with a natural expression, as if strolling leisurely. In contrast, Liang Jingzhi and Zhao Jun turned pale and began to sweat, clearly at a disadvantage.

This discovery caused a glint in the eyes of several elders of the Martial Arts Alliance. They exchanged glances, all seeing shock in each other's eyes.

They were naturally aware of Lin Chen's breakthrough to the second level of the Innate Realm. They were just spectators at the battle at Martial Dao Mountain. The speed at which Lin Chen broke through to the second level of the Innate Realm from the time he went to Canglan Domain had already shocked them. But now, Lin Chen was able to suppress two Innate Realm warriors by himself, and both of them had been in the Innate Realm for many years. This scene shocked them.

Although the two sides did not actually fight, but only clashed with their aura pressure, they were already at a disadvantage against the martial artists of a super sect. If they actually fought, they would only suffer a more crushing defeat.

Because in terms of martial arts techniques, martial artists from super sects absolutely crush other martial artists.

They now understood why Lin Chen had refused.

The strongest in the entire Jiuhua Alliance right now is only at the fourth level of the Innate Realm. Given Lin Chen's rate of growth, he will probably be able to break through to the fourth level of the Innate Realm in about ten years.

Canglan Island doesn't need to join the Jiuhua Alliance at all. As long as Lin Chen is there, no one will dare to target Canglan Island.

The moment Lin Chen reached the threshold of the main hall, Zhao Jun and Liang Jingzhi both staggered back several steps, almost bumping into the screen behind them.

"Now, do you still want an explanation from Canglan Island?"

Lin Chen looked at Liang Jingzhi and the other man, his tone as calm as ever. Liang Jingzhi was pale, but dared not show any resentment: "We two have offended you, and hope that Young Master Lin will forgive us."

The Lin brothers have become Young Master Lin!
Originally, they called Lin Chen "Brother Lin" because they thought that Lin Chen was at the same level as them, but his strength was not as good as theirs. Calling him "Brother" was a sign of closeness. But now they could only call him "Young Master," placing themselves below Lin Chen.

As for resentment... I wouldn't dare to harbor even the slightest bit of it.

To harbor resentment towards a prodigy who can suppress them at the age of twenty is tantamount to courting death.

"Go back and tell the people of the Jiuhua Alliance that Canglan Island has no intention of joining any alliance."

Lin Chen withdrew his gaze. Liang Jingzhi and Zhao Jun exchanged a glance, left a polite remark, and then sheepishly took their leave.

Lin Chen did not stop the two from leaving. His last words were to save face for the Jiuhua Alliance: Canglan Island treats all alliances equally and will not join anyone, nor is it targeting the Jiuhua Alliance.

As for why he took action against the two, it was simply because they were too arrogant and domineering on Canglan Island.

Those innate martial artists in the Jiuhua Alliance, unless they are brainless, will no longer have any designs on Canglan Island, much less be angry and suppress it.

"I've met Mr. Lin!"

After watching Liang Jingzhi and Zhao Jun leave, the elders of the Martial Arts Alliance also bowed to Lin Chen.

"Thank you all for your hard work and dedication to the development of martial arts on Canglan Island."

Lin Chen was very polite to the elders of the Martial Arts Alliance. Although these innate experts were not local martial artists from Canglan Island, they joined the Martial Arts Alliance as elders because they could obtain the resources they wanted from Canglan Island.

However, it is precisely because of the existence of these innate experts that the martial artists of Canglan Island are able to learn more about the outside world and receive guidance from them in their martial arts cultivation, thus correcting their martial arts cultivation system.

Both sides got what they wanted, but due to their own reasons, these innate experts didn't get much in terms of resources, so Canglan Island still benefited overall.

Upon hearing Lin Chen's words, the elders present smiled. Their joining the Martial Arts Alliance was partly due to Lin Chen, in addition to the martial arts resources provided by Canglan Island.

Because of Lin Chen's presence, they were optimistic about the future of Canglan Island.

People like them don't come from powerful families. By forging a good relationship with Canglan Island before it rises to prominence, they can ensure that their descendants will benefit in the future.

……

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Endless Island, headquarters of the Endless Alliance.

"Alliance Leader, I heard that the Jiuhua Alliance's mission to Canglan Island has ended in failure."

"Oh?"

"Does Canglan Island have the audacity to refuse the Jiuhua Alliance?"

"Then Lin Chen is on Canglan Island."

"Lin Chen is on Canglan Island?"

The leader of the Endless Alliance had a thoughtful expression on his face: "It seems that Lin Chen rejected the Nine Hua Alliance."

"Alliance Leader, are we on this side?"

"Don't invite Canglan Island. The Jiuhua Alliance wants to use Canglan Island to kidnap Lin Chen. How could a genius like Lin Chen not see through this? Joining the Jiuhua Alliance will do more harm than good to Canglan Island, and joining any other alliance will be the same."

The leader of the Endless Alliance waved his hand: "The alliance is a union of many islands. The islands are only unified when they are facing external forces. It does not mean that internal resources are distributed equally. Even if Canglan Island joins the alliance, it will need to exchange resources of equal value to obtain them. In that case, it can be purchased in Linhai City. It will only take a little longer."

It's true that prices are lower within an alliance, but the same resources on your own island can be sold for a lower price to other islands in the alliance. It's a two-way street.

"Go and find out about the experiences of those two from the Jiuhua Alliance on Canglan Island. If it involves the secrets of Canglan Island, then forget it."

"Yes."

Watching his subordinates leave, the leader of the Endless Alliance smiled. He knew the Nine Hua Alliance's style of doing things very well. If they hadn't run into a wall, they wouldn't have left so quietly without revealing any news to the outside world.

Lin Chen's identity alone probably wouldn't have caused the Jiuhua Alliance to lose face so much and remain completely silent.

If things are really as I suspect, then the importance attached to Canglan Island will have to be raised several levels. Even if Canglan Island doesn't join the Endless Alliance, the Endless Alliance can only befriend it rather than offend it.

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