Douluo Continent: Steadily Growing Stronger in Shrek Academy

Chapter 278 Saving the Day

Zhou Lin shouted, signaling his men to activate the small sword Lin Chen had given them.

But there was no further sound.

Zhou Lin turned around abruptly, looking incredulously at his trusted confidant who had followed him for many years.

"I'm sorry, clan leader, our clan's martial strength is really too weak. The strongest guest elder is only a Soul Saint. I still have to think about my descendants, so I'm sorry," the confidant said guiltily.

After saying that, he flew directly to Huang Kai's side and presented the small sword that Lin Chen had given to Zhou Mingxing with both hands.

"Clan Chief Huang, this was bestowed upon Zhou Lin by a Title Douluo. This small sword, when activated with soul power, can unleash the same attack power as that Title Douluo."

Huang Kai took the small sword, played with it in his hand, and praised, "Well done."

"Clan Chief Huang, you flatter me. Just don't forget your promise to me."

Huang Kai laughed and said, "Don't worry, after we wipe out the Zhou family, I'll give you a piece of the pie too."

Seeing his trusted confidant betray him, Zhou Lin felt utterly disheartened.

He knew that he and the Zhou family were probably doomed from this calamity.

It's just that my own child is suffering.

"Clan leader, you should obediently hand over all of the Zhou family's resources. That way you can still live. With your Zhou family's Soul Saint-level guest elder, it's impossible for him to organize the three major families," the confidant who betrayed Zhou Lin advised.

To win without bloodshed is undoubtedly the best outcome.

Just as Zhou Lin was about to commit suicide, a soft, beautiful female voice rang out.

"Who said the Zhou family only has one Soul Saint?"

The next moment, Zhang Lexuan and Lin Chen appeared in the Zhou family's courtyard and stood in front of Zhou Lin.

Zhang Lexuan released her spirit rings, and the terrifying aura made the invaders from the three major families feel suffocated.

The three clan leaders were filled with fear upon seeing the woman with nine spirit rings flashing before them.

"A...a Title Douluo?" Brother Wu said with a look of horror.

With a thought from Lin Chen, the small sword in Huang Kai's hand flew uncontrollably toward Zhang Lexuan.

Huang Kai hurriedly reached out to catch it, but the small sword suddenly unleashed a sharp sword aura, injuring Huang Kai.

Zhang Lexuan understood, reached out, and grasped the flying sword, saying calmly, "Not bad. This sword is mine. Today, I will protect the Zhou family."

Lin Chen did not release his spirit rings, but turned around to help Zhou Lin up.

The main problem is that his spirit rings are too extraordinary, so it's best not to reveal them.

"Thanks."

"It's alright. I'm a classmate of a celebrity. His family is in trouble, so naturally I can't just stand by and do nothing," Lin Chen explained.

They made it clear from the beginning that they were Zhou Mingxing's classmate, which helped Zhou Lin lower his guard against them.

"Senior, you're not from the Zhou family, are you? Why would you step in to protect such a small family? If you leave today, please feel free to give us any orders in the future. As long as you don't interfere in this matter again, we will give you a generous gift!" Huang Kai said.

"There's no reason, it's just because I don't like you, so I'm determined to protect the Zhou family."

"I don't want to cause bloodshed. I'll give you a chance. Get out of here within ten breaths!" Zhang Lexuan said domineeringly.

Even if the person on the other side was unwilling, they could only leave resentfully.

Even if they had so many Soul Saints, and even a few Soul Douluo powerhouses, they still couldn't defeat the Title Douluo in front of them. Moreover, Zhang Lexuan displayed two 100,000-year Soul Rings.

You should know that among so many of them, they couldn't even gather a single 100,000-year soul ring, yet this Title Douluo in front of them had two. His strength must be far beyond that of an ordinary Title Douluo.

Everyone was smart, and no one wanted to lose their life, so they left in a panic.

Lin Chen said to Zhou Lin, "Clan Chief Zhou, I promised Mingxing that I would protect your family, so I cannot go back on my word."

"Thank you, young friend and lady."

At this moment, Zhang Lexuan had already put away her spirit ring and walked towards the two of them.

Hearing Zhou Lin say that, Zhang Lexuan smiled and said, "It's nothing, I just saw injustice and did something wrong. Here, this is yours."

After saying that, Zhang Lexuan tossed the small sword she had used earlier to Lin Chen.

Lin Chen took the small sword and handed it to Zhou Lin.

Zhou Lin stood up, waved his hand, and said, "Everyone, please leave and tidy up this place. Our two distinguished guests, please follow me."

The last sentence was clearly addressed to Lin Chen and Zhang Lexuan.

Lin Chen and Zhang Lexuan nodded and followed.

Although the young man did not reveal his identity, he must be no ordinary person to be able to travel with a titled Douluo, so Zhou Lin naturally did not neglect him.

His foresight was truly remarkable to have brought the Zhou family to this level.

It must be said that the Zhou family is indeed powerful. Lin Chen and Zhang Lexuan did not use their soul power and followed Zhou Lin around before finally arriving at the Zhou family's reception area.

Two servants served tea to the three people and then left.

"This time, I am very grateful to the two experts for saving us. My Zhou family will remember this kindness. If there is anything we can do to help in the future, I, Zhou, will do my best." Zhou Lin picked up his teacup, drank the tea in one gulp instead of wine.

Lin Chen smiled and took out the things Zhou Mingxing had given him from his pocket.

Zhou Lin recognized them naturally, but was still somewhat surprised and asked uncertainly, "What are these?"

"These were given to me by a celebrity; he's helped me a lot!"

Looking at the familiar cards in front of him, Zhou Lin became angry and said in a fit of rage, "That little brat, why did he only give me so little? Did he feed all the others I gave him to the dogs?!"

Hearing this, Lin Chen's lips twitched. "So little? Isn't that enough? The combined value of all these things is probably higher than the value generated by an entire town in a year!"

But Lin Chen outwardly replied, "Hehe, Uncle Zhou, the celebrities have given me enough. I haven't spent much of it yet!"

Zhou Lin quickly stood up and said, "Young friend Lin, my unfilial son is ignorant and not generous enough. Here, I'll give you some more as a reward."

Seeing this, Lin Chen quickly stood up to stop him, "Uncle Zhou, I could use all of this in my lifetime, there's no need to give me any more. Besides, I didn't come here for any reward from you."

Zhou Lin sat down after hearing Lin Chen's words.

"Uncle Zhou, I wonder if there are any auctions in Tiandou City recently? Are there any soul bones up for auction?" Lin Chen asked, revealing the purpose of his visit.

Zhou Lin thought for a moment, nodded, and said, "There was indeed an auction held by nobles and royalty in Tiandou City recently, but it is said that the auction prices were extremely low. The main purpose was to recruit powerful figures from all sides to join the Tianhun Empire and fight against the Sun Moon Empire together."

Upon hearing this, Lin Chen frowned.

He did not want to get involved in the empire's war; otherwise, he would have gone directly to Princess Vina when he came to Tiandou City.