Martial arts surpassed everything

"All rise."

Yu Wuya waved his hand, and the crowd promptly stood up, but their hearts remained unsettled for a long time. The position of the Commander of the Imperial City Guards was of paramount importance, and now, it had changed hands effortlessly.

From Yu Wuya's eyes, there was hardly any hint of surprise, as if the position of the Commander of the Imperial Guards did not stir much in his heart.

"Yu Ji, as the Commander of the Imperial Guards now, you should know what to do," Yu Wuya said calmly once more.

Yu Ji nodded slightly and then bowed, "Your Highness, Yu Ji will lead the people away from here to guard the Imperial City for peace."

"Very well."

Yu Wuya waved his hand, and soon tens of thousands of troops began to leave. Around the Executioner's Platform, only the army of the Broken Blade City remained. At this moment, no one could threaten them.

The expressions of Duan Tianlang and his son were extremely unsightly. Duan Tianlang, in his attempt to kill Liu Canglan, was thwarted by Lin Feng and Duan Xinye's timely arrival, which rendered everything futile. Liu Canglan survived.

As for Duan Han, he aimed to acquire Liu Fei. He threatened Liu Canglan's life to coerce Liu Fei into accepting him. But Liu Fei despised him to the core, let alone becoming his woman.

What made them even more frustrated was that Lin Feng had now become the Red Blood Marquis, with his own fiefdom. Moreover, the position of the Commander of the Imperial Guards had also been snatched by Yu Wuya. Today was a complete defeat.

All this was because of one person, Lin Feng.

At this moment, the eyes of the father and son fell on Lin Feng, icy.

Lin Feng's gaze also turned towards Duan Tianlang and his son, brimming with killing intent.

"Lin Feng, let's end this matter here," Yu Wuya sensed the cold killing intent emanating from Lin Feng and spoke softly. Duan Tianlang was the Wolf King, a prince, a member of the royal family of the Duan clan. His status couldn't be compared to that of Meng Han. Killing Duan Tianlang wasn't timely, nor was there a pretext for it.

"Yes, Lin Feng naturally obeys Your Highness's orders. This matter ends here," Lin Feng nodded slightly. The soldiers sighed. Duan Tianlang was still alive and well. Had the blood of tens of thousands of soldiers been shed in vain?

Of course, they didn't blame Lin Feng. It was already difficult enough to come this far. Without Lin Feng, Liu Canglan would have been wrongfully executed, and they might have been slaughtered as rebels.

"But..." At this moment, Lin Feng's tone changed, looking at Duan Tianlang and his son. "This matter ends here, but the last time, the Wolf King led his troops to slaughter the Cloud Sea Sect. As a disciple of the Cloud Sea Sect, I cannot forget this enmity. If it's not avenged, I would be unworthy of being a man. Therefore, the matter between me and the Wolf King is not over yet."

Everyone was stunned by Lin Feng's words. The enmity between Lin Feng and the Wolf King was deeper than the ocean. How could it be easily resolved? This reason, even the Second Prince, Yu Wuya, couldn't say anything against it.

While everyone was pondering, Lin Feng's gaze turned to the surrounding soldiers, and finally landed on Ren Qingkuang.

"Commander Ren, I'll trouble you to lead the soldiers out of the imperial city and wait for me in the outer city. I will settle this matter and come to find you."

Lin Feng said to Ren Qingkuang, and many soldiers immediately responded.

"We won't leave. As long as the Commander is here, we'll stay."

"Yes, we are willing to follow the Commander."

The Red Blood Iron Cavalry roared, sending shivers down everyone's spine. Lin Feng, so young, had already gained such prestige in this army. It was evident that his actions had deeply ingrained themselves in the hearts of the soldiers. Even without Liu Canglan's conferment, they already considered Lin Feng their leader.

"All of you, leave. Anyone who doesn't leave is at odds with me, Lin Feng."

Lin Feng coldly rebuked, causing the crowd's eyes to freeze momentarily.

"Commander Ren, I'm counting on you."

Lin Feng scanned the crowd with cold eyes, then looked at Ren Qingkuang and said, "If they remain, today's events will still be rooted in Liu Canglan's hatred. Although it's essentially the same, for Yu Wuya's sake, I need to give him an explanation."

Duan Wuya released Liu Canglan and bestowed upon him the title of a nobleman, elevating him to the rank of the Crimson Blood Marquis. All this was meant to quash the matter. If Lin Feng persisted, it would embarrass Duan Wuya.

Therefore, Lin Feng found an excuse—the annihilation of the Cloud Sea Sect. Hence, this army must depart.

"Very well," Ren Qingkuang nodded. He fully understood Lin Feng. With a wave of his hand, Ren Qingkuang commanded, "Soldiers, follow me out of the city."

With that, Ren Qingkuang turned his horse and slowly rode out. Although the crowd was reluctant, they did not defy Lin Feng's words. The sound of hooves rolled away with Ren Qingkuang, and not long after, this army of tens of thousands disappeared from sight.

The space suddenly seemed much emptier.

Around the Executioner's Platform, only Lin Feng, Dream Affection, the Crimson Blood Sky Sword, Duan Wuya, Duan Xinye, and Duan Tianlang's father and son remained.

At this moment, Duan Tianlang squinted, glaring sinisterly at Lin Feng. This young man, still unwilling to relent.

Duan Wuya had never expected Lin Feng to be so persistent. But Lin Feng claimed that Duan Tianlang had exterminated the Cloud Sea Sect, and as a disciple of the sect, seeking revenge was justified.

"Lin Feng," Duan Wuya called out, causing Lin Feng to turn his gaze. Duan Wuya then said, "Lin Feng, the Wolf King is a prince, even more honorable than a marquis. You cannot act against him."

"I understand," Lin Feng nodded slightly, leaving Duan Wuya puzzled. If he understood, then what did Lin Feng intend to do?

"Your Highness, the Wolf King holds a lofty status. Naturally, I won't offend him," Lin Feng said lightly, leaving the crowd even more puzzled.

However, Lin Feng continued, "However, when the Wolf King and his son, Duan Han, massacred our Cloud Sea Sect, Duan Han was especially arrogant. He humiliated me, saying I couldn't even block a single sword from him. Now that Duan Han is here, and I have been ennobled, shouldn't I be qualified to converse with him? I, Lin Feng, would like to invite the young prince to spar."

The crowd instantly understood. Lin Feng's target was not Duan Tianlang but Duan Han.

Lin Feng challenged Duan Han.

But now, where would Duan Han dare to accept the challenge? Thinking back to when he first entered the Cloud Sea Sect, he was so mighty. Yet, after battling Lin Feng, he still ended up somewhat embarrassed.

Today, Lin Feng was already much stronger than him. He had lost the courage to fight Lin Feng.

Seeing Duan Han's ugly expression, Lin Feng's eyes fell on him, and with a cold smile, he said, "No need. I have other matters with Duan Han. Not interested."

"Other matters?" Lin Feng sneered. "Wolf King, did you ever ask the people of the Cloud Sea Sect if they agreed to your slaughter?"

Duan Tianlang's eyes narrowed slightly. Ridiculous, how could they agree to that?

"Wolf King, after the princess was kidnapped, your men surrounded me, and even when you arrived later, you intended to kill me. Did you ever ask if I had the time?" Lin Feng continued, disregarding Duan Tianlang. "Furthermore, Wolf King, you and your son led hundreds of thousands of soldiers into a desperate situation for personal gain. Yet, you fled the battle, and upon returning, slandered General Liu, intending to kill him. Did you ever ask the people of this land if they agreed?"

Lin Feng's voice grew louder, and a cold killing intent gradually emanated from him. Lin Feng, usually calm, finally released a surging anger.

In this world, strength dictated everything. There was no need to ask for agreement.

Staring at Duan Han, Lin Feng's lips curved into a smirk as he said coldly, "Duan Han, once you led the Cloud Sea Sect, looking down on everyone. Our battle back then was unfinished. Today, I extend an invitation to you."

As Lin Feng's words fell, he suddenly stepped forward. The challenge was just an excuse, an empty phrase. Duan Han, whether he fought or not, had to fight.

In the world of martial artists, martial arts surpassed everything.