Ling Tian Sword God-Chapter 881 - 880: Negotiations

"Old friends?"

The guard looked at Ling Chen with some doubt, as he had never seen this face before.

"You say you're an old friend of Miss Lan Xingling's, but do you have any proof?" The other guard was also skeptical and asked.

"I am indeed her friend. Just go and report it."

Ling Chen's eyes narrowed slightly, and the next moment, a formidable Sword Intent suddenly surged from his brow, enveloping the two guards instantly.

The two guards' consciousness trembled, as if they were standing in a sea of swords and knives, their bodies were pierced through and through, covered in wounds.

In just the blink of an eye, both were drenched in sweat, their faces pale, and a hint of fear was evident in their eyes.

Terrifying!

They had no doubt that Ling Chen could kill them both with just a glance.

"Please wait a moment, we will report this immediately."

The guard wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and hurriedly said.

Ling Chen was not surprised. In this day and age, strength determined status, and only by making others realize your power could you earn their respect and awe.

Before long, the guard returned and respectfully cupped his fists towards Ling Chen, "Young Hero Wuchen, the second young lady invites you in."

"Please lead the way."

Ling Chen remained unperturbed, exuding an air of serenity, as if the previous unpleasantness had never occurred.

Following the guard into the Lan Mansion, they passed through several halls and courtyards, eventually arriving at a garden.

The garden was a riot of colors and fragrances, with flowers competing for attention, leaving the viewer dazzled and the air filled with intoxicating aromas.

In his sights, there was a mirror-like small lake, its water crystal clear. On the opposite bank, within a pavilion, was the faint silhouette of a graceful and captivating woman.

"Second young lady, I have brought him."

Upon reaching the pavilion, the guard bowed slightly to the lady in blue.

"Alright, you may leave now."

The lady in blue gestured with her hand, and the guard quickly retreated.

At this moment, the lady in blue stepped out from the pavilion; it was Lan Xingling. Upon seeing Ling Chen, her beautiful eyes immediately lit up, "Ling Chen, weren't you taken down by Ling Feng..."

She studied Ling Chen with her sparkling eyes. She had personally witnessed Ling Feng's successful scheme, leaving Ling Chen poisoned and falling into the sea, with little hope of survival. She had thought Ling Chen was dead, yet here he was, alive and well.

"What can petty villains do to me?"

Ling Chen merely smiled lightly. At the mention of that moment, a chill crept into his heart. He would eventually make Ling Feng realize how foolish his actions had been.

"Ling Feng and Ling Hai would never have expected you to be alive and well."

Lan Xingling looked at Ling Chen in astonishment. Ling Feng believed he had killed Ling Chen, unaware that the man stood before them now.

"Ling Hai? What does he have to do with it?"

Ling Chen's eyelids lifted slightly.

"With Ling Feng's personality, he couldn't think of such a venomous scheme. The person who incited him to plot against you was Ling Hai." Lan Xingling had no affection for those two and told Ling Chen the truth.

"I see."

A trace of coldness flickered in Ling Chen's eyes. His impression of Ling Hai had been positive, not expecting him to be a backstabbing scoundrel.

"If not for Miss Lan's information, I might still be in the dark."

Ling Chen cupped his fists towards Lan Xingling, "I've come back this time to seek revenge against those two."

"These despicable scoundrels shouldn't be let off." Lan Xingling nodded. If she were the one schemed against, she wouldn't let it rest either.

"However, the Ling Family is powerful, and Ling Hai and Ling Feng are both standouts among the younger generation of the Ling Family. It's going to be difficult to take their lives, and even if you succeed, the consequences would be severe."

With the Ling Family's influence, if Ling Chen killed Ling Feng and Ling Hai, the saints of the Ling Family would likely act immediately to erase Ling Chen from existence.

"Surely they're not the only ones who can plot in the dark?"

A slight curve formed at the corner of Ling Chen's lips, "Who said I plan to take them down in the open? The saints of the Ling Family can't keep track of these two at all times. There's always an opportunity to take them out quietly."

"You already have a plan?"

Lan Xingling watched Ling Chen, sensing that he was well-prepared this time.

"Yes," Ling Chen's eyes gleamed, "I plan to infiltrate the Ling Family, become one of them, and then bide my time."

"Infiltrating the Ling Family won't be easy. You're not one of them, and they have tight control over their bloodline. They have specialized bloodline detection tools, so a fake identity is easily exposed. Once uncovered, you're doomed."

Lan Xingling shook her head, not approving of Ling Chen's idea of posing as a Ling Family member. The risk of exposure was too high, and exposure meant certain death.

"There's something I've been keeping from you,"

Ling Chen's expression grew serious, "Actually, I belong to a branch of the Ling Family. I carry the Ling blood. There's no need for pretense."

"Really?"

Lan Xingling looked surprised. She had always suspected Ling Chen was hiding his identity, but she hadn't thought of him as part of a branch of the Ling Family.

"Absolutely. I wouldn't joke about my own life."

Ling Chen nodded. Essentially, he was part of the Ling Family, only expelled with his father, so calling himself a branch member wasn't wrong.

"If you're truly from a branch of the Ling Family, then that simplifies matters. The Ling Family is fiercely protective. If they learn there's a talent like you from a branch, they'll certainly value you."

Lan Xingling felt more at ease. With this, many issues were easily resolved.

"However, there is one issue,"

Ling Chen continued, "I can't enter the Ling Family as Wuchen. Ling Hai and Ling Feng would definitely recognize me. Once they learn my true identity, they'll seek ways to deal with me."

"So I can't just walk into the Ling Family like this."

Actually, Ling Chen wasn't worried about Ling Hai and Ling Feng recognizing him. What concerned him was his real identity being discovered by the Ling Family. After all, his appearance was no secret. If the Ling Family paid even slight attention to him, they could easily obtain his likeness.

If they realize he was Ling Chen, trouble would follow.

His entire plan would be disrupted.

"That's simple."

Lan Xingling casually waved it off, her beautiful eyes lit up, "Our Lan Family's disguise technique is unmatched. I can help you disguise yourself, and neither Ling Feng nor Ling Hai would recognize you, not even the saints of the Ling Family."

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Ling Chen couldn't help but feel thrilled. He hadn't expected the Lan Family to possess such a skill. It seemed that coming to Lan Xingling was a wise decision.