King of Assassins

The Golden Sword Saint Shao Daoyuan was killed by Gao Xuan!

This news was like a detonated nuclear bomb, causing a massive uproar at the upper echelons of Taurus—not just an uproar, but an earth-shattering tsunami.

At the Lin family's underground security center, Patriarch Lin Yuan and all the Lin family's senior members were in attendance.

Those who could not be physically present participated through virtual projection.

The Lin family had risen rapidly over the past few centuries, mainly because the previous two patriarchs were outstanding figures; they carved out a path for the family among the great noble families through hard work and expansion, positioning the Lin family as a top-tier noble family.

However, once Lin Yuan took over, the Lin family's upward momentum halted.

It wasn't that Lin Yuan was incompetent; the fact was that expansion had reached its limit. The major noble families would not allow the Lin family to expand further.

Most of the Lin family members, however, viewed this as Lin Yuan's incompetence.

No matter how many reasons are given, an inability to expand means incompetence!

Sitting there and making comments is easy since they don't have to do anything themselves.

In this world, is there anything easier than pointing fingers and making remarks?

Probably not.

Throughout history, no matter how heroic or sage-like, anyone can be criticized as being inferior to dung by idle talkers.

Sadly, most of these people accomplish nothing and can only satisfy themselves with words. Just like those internet trolls, or certain forum losers, are usually like this.

Lin Yuan naturally also bore significant pressure. As patriarch, he wanted to achieve great things and inaugurate his era.

However, lacking the opportunity, his lofty ambitions were powerless.

It wasn't until Lan Chang'an was killed that Lin Yuan keenly sensed an opportunity.

He not only wanted to disintegrate the Lan family but also planned to capitalize on the situation to unite many noble families to suppress the Xiao family.

Thereby substantially becoming the leader of the Noble Family Alliance.

Out of fear of the Xiao family's unscrupulous methods, the major noble families were indeed willing to unite.

Lin Yuan's initial plan was highly successful; through powerful networking channels, he invited the Purple Light Sword Saint, Shao Daoyuan.

Next, he planned to invite another Golden Sword Saint. Both sides had basically reached an agreement.

No one imagined that as soon as Shao Daoyuan arrived in Golden Source City, he would be killed.

This dignified Golden Sword Saint, slain by a Silver Sword Hero, died miserably, and his posthumous reputation was even worse.

After the news spread, Gao Xuan naturally gained great fame, being hailed as the first Silver Sword Hero!

Some even felt that Gao Xuan had already become a Golden Powerhouse but kept it secret from the outside world.

Regardless, this battle made Gao Xuan famous across Taurus, even renowned throughout the Twelve Star Domain.

Though this was all limited to the top-tier noble families, with the middle and lower classes being completely unaware.

However, the elites controlling the vast majority of resources in the Twelve Star Domain recognized Gao Xuan's strength and his fearsome capabilities.

He was a super Silver Sword Hero that could not be constrained by existing powers!

Gao Xuan alone was enough to upset all balance.

In the three thousand years of Alliance history, there were records of Golden Sword Saints being killed by Sword Heroes. However, those records were events from over a millennium ago.

Most people believed the records were problematic and refused to acknowledge their authenticity.

For a thousand years, Gao Xuan was the first Silver Sword Hero to kill a Golden Sword Saint.

Unable to measure how strong Gao Xuan truly was, people could only assume that Shao Daoyuan was too weak.

As for Shao Daoyuan, he had lost face completely. Not only was he called the weakest Golden Sword Saint in history, but he was also labeled with the moniker of "Gold's Shame."

Shao Daoyuan certainly didn't care anymore; he was already dead. Honor or disgrace related to him no longer mattered.

The one who invited Shao Daoyuan, Lin Yuan, was facing criticism from multiple directions.

Allies felt that Lin Yuan was blind for inviting such an incompetent Golden Sword Saint.

Lin Yuan was under tremendous pressure during this time; he appeared incredibly haggard, seeming to have aged decades.

He had no mood for small talk and directly got to the point, "Everyone, Gao Xuan is now immensely powerful. Do you have any solutions?"

Everyone averted their gaze, avoiding eye contact.

Complaining quietly was one thing, but in a family meeting, no one dared to speak recklessly.

The way Lin Yuan handled the situation wasn't right, but they had no solutions either.

The awkward silence lasted for two minutes before someone finally broke it, "We could use a nuclear bomb."

Lin Yuan glanced at that person, "How would you use a nuclear bomb? Are you going to carry it over yourself?"

That person looked embarrassed but remained unconvinced, "Of course, we would find a way to launch it over."

Lin Yuan sneered, "How many megatons of nuclear bomb do you plan to launch?"

That person thought for a moment and said, "A thousand megatons should be enough, right?"

He added, "Gao Xuan has been staying at Xiao Jun's vacation villa, and there's no one within several kilometers."

"Do you know Gao Xuan's burst speed is two thousand meters per second? Even if he isn't forewarned, by the time a nuclear bomb detonates in the air, he can escape the core area of its power within one second…"

"Then just throw four, that'll do, right?" The person was still unwilling to concede, adding another comment.

Lin Yuan said calmly, "Your nuclear bombs might not kill Gao Xuan, but they could shatter the dome and even damage the structure of Golden Source City. What exactly do you want to do?"

The person lowered his head and fell silent. Upon speaking, he realized it was wrong.

Lin Yuan surveyed the room, "When you speak, use your brain, and don't waste everyone's time."

Everyone became even more silent, as they truly couldn't think of a good solution.

Gao Xuan's personal combat power was too strong; only modern powerful weapons might possibly kill him.

But within the range of Golden Source City, who would dare use large-scale weapons?

Moreover, even a tenth-level swordsman has an extremely strong sense of danger. Trying to use high-powered weapons to kill Gao Xuan is very, very difficult.

And there is only one chance.

If Gao Xuan isn't killed, it would inevitably incite his frenzied revenge. By that time, no one would survive.

Lin Yuan kept a cold face, thinking all these people in the family were fools. Still thinking about directly destroying Gao Xuan, but where's the good in that?

The think tank specializing in combat has, based on all sorts of public data on Gao Xuan, conducted countless simulated battles.

Without knowing Gao Xuan's power limit, the success rate of any modern weapon is pathetically low.

The most reliable way is to find a top-level golden powerhouse to solve Gao Xuan.

The problem is, what kind of price must be paid to invite a top-level golden powerhouse?

Considering various conditions, Lin Yuan decisively gave up on that idea. He gathered everyone together to unify thinking. Lest some fools act recklessly.

He said to everyone, "Since you have no ideas, let me speak."

Everyone quickly nodded, "You are the Patriarch, we all listen to you."

"At critical moments, the Patriarch still has to make the decisions."

Lin Yuan sneered again, "I just hope no one calls me spineless behind my back."

No one spoke up this time. It was a hard comment to respond to.

Lin Yuan said, "We can't beat Gao Xuan, nor can we kill him. Now we can only bow our heads and accept our fate."

Everyone nodded slightly, expressing agreement.

Someone was unwilling: "Are we just surrendering like this?"

Lin Yuan looked at that person and said, "If you have a way, just say it."

The person opened their mouth but ultimately couldn't say anything.

"If you don't have a way, don't waste time with useless talk."

Lin Yuan unceremoniously scolded and then continued, "In August, Gao Xuan will definitely go to the Central Star Realm to participate in the Sword Dao League Finals. Then, we'll invite a Golden Sword Saint to make a move..."

This method has strong operability, and everyone thought it was a good idea, nodding in agreement.

The Wang family was the same; Wang Zizheng hosted a family meeting and said the same to the family higher-ups.

Yu Tianji and Bai Zhong, these two patriarchs, also achieved consensus within their families.

As for other families, they actually depend on these top noble families to form alliances.

The four families of Yu, Bai, Lin, and Wang unified their opinions, and the various dependent noble families naturally dared not have other opinions.

A day later, Xiao Jun reached an agreement with Yu Tianji, Bai Zhong, Lin Yuan, and Wang Zizheng, that both parties would stop here.

The four families of Yu, Bai, Lin, and Wang could no longer touch the Lan family. They could not make any hostile moves against the Xiao family.

Conversely, the Xiao family must adhere to noble family rules and not act against other noble families.

To appease Gao Xuan, the Lin and Wang families even sent a hundred billion worth of real estate, luxury cars, artworks, etc., as a gift to Gao Xuan.

This gift was in gratitude for Gao Xuan saving them from Shao Daoyuan.

To be honest, the purpose of this gift seemed absurd.

It's just that Gao Xuan easily killed Shao Daoyuan without a scratch on himself. No matter how absurd this gift was, no one laughed.

Shao Daoyuan was the most pitiful; law enforcement ruled his death a suicide. The incident had nothing to do with Gao Xuan.

After Shao Daoyuan's body was cremated, it was sent back to the Cloud Light Star Realm. Because Shao Daoyuan was killed, the Purple Light Shaoyang Sword Sect he founded also fell apart.

Several of Shao Daoyuan's best disciples each led a group to establish their own sect, claiming the true Purple Light Shaoyang lineage.

Some disciples called for revenge for Shao Daoyuan, but it was just wishful thinking. No one even claimed Shao Daoyuan's cremated ashes.

This happened because Shao Daoyuan was too selfish, leading disciples who were all heartless like him.

Within just two days, the chaotic situation on Taurus settled down.

All of this relied on the power of one person: Gao Xuan. Everyone knew this point clearly.

The attitudes of all the noble families towards Gao Xuan were exceptionally respectful.

Many people specifically sought out Gao Xuan, giving various gifts. Not for any other reason but to become familiar with him.

Xiao Jun continually complained to Xiao Ting, thinking she missed a golden opportunity. Xiao Ting had Gao Xuan for nothing but didn't seize anything.

To this, Xiao Ting was somewhat regretful. If she had known, she should have tried harder to offer herself. However, with Gao Xuan's temperament, no matter how much she offered, she couldn't win him over!

After this battle, Gao Xuan became the most sought-after character in Taurus's upper circles.

Saying he's blazing like the midday sun is not an exaggeration.

Even Hercules, far away in the Sea Emperor Star System, heard the news.

Hercules, being a Golden Sword Saint, refused to believe such an absurd message.

His first reaction was that Xiao Jun dared to fabricate tales, fooling him with such news!

But in such a major event, every side had detailed records; it was hard to falsify.

Hercules quickly got his hands on detailed records and was stunned.

After pondering for a long time, Hercules decided to visit Taurus.

His wife, Pan, greatly supported this: "Go and bring Helen back, and while you're at it, kill that commoner to squash Helen's foolish dreams."

Hercules gave his wife a sideways glance: "I'm not going to kill anyone. If things go smoothly, I'll arrange an engagement for Helen there..."

Pan was full of shock, silent, but her eyes clearly expressed one message: Hercules had gone mad!

(Third update, more to come~)