The Extreme Alchemist of the Mighty Cauldron

Chapter 779: Chapter 779: The Powerful Ling Family

“What did you say?” The Ling Family Elder became incensed; he was close to exploding with rage. If not for the crowd, he would definitely attack.

Elders from North Town Hall present at the scene were shocked at Fang Lin’s sharp words, insinuating that Ling Family members were beasts. It was no wonder the Ling family were going crazy with rage.

Some tried to suppress their laughter, but it escaped, immediately attracting the wrathful gaze of the two men from the Ling Family.

“Fang Lin, do not be disrespectful.” The Master of North Town Hall was somewhat helpless, but he found Fang Lin quite amusing.

Fang Lin gave a faint smile. “I am not referring to your Ling Family. You two must not misunderstand, or else someone will again try to slander me.”

With that, Fang Lin purposely glanced at the Gong-surnamed Elder, who was seething with rage, returned his stare fiercely.

“Fang Lin, how dare you insult my Ling Family!” The Ling Family Elder shouted furiously, his aura swelling as if he was about to strike Fang Lin.

Fang Lin remained unfazed, and he didn’t even squint in the face of the Ling Family Elder’s oppression.

“I didn’t insult your Ling Family. You are insulting your ancestors by yourselves,” Fang Lin casually remarked. He had already offended the Ling Family and saw no reason to hold back his words anymore.

“Hall Master of North Town Hall, I will be taking him with me,” stated the Ling Family Elder straightforwardly.

“Hall Master, let the Ling Family take Fang Lin. This way, North Town Hall can finally be at peace,” echoed the Gong-surnamed Elder.

Fang Lin looked at the town master, a faint chill in his eyes. He wanted to see what the town master would choose. If she really handed him over to the Ling Family, he wouldn’t hold back anymore – like in Xuan City, he would turn North Town Hall upside-down.

“Hall Master, this is absolutely not permissible. If we set such a precedent, where will North Town Hall’s dignity lie? This Pill Alliance is not the Ling Family’s turf; it belongs to every Pill Refiner in the world!” Elder Miao argued in Fang Lin’s favor.

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“Indeed, we cannot let the Ling family take Fang Lin away,” echoed another elder.

The Ling Family glanced at everyone and huffed, “Even North Town Hall can’t withstand the wrath of the Ling Family.”

At this, the Hall Master was displeased; although she wanted to treat the Ling family politely, their dismissive attitude made her wonder why she should bother.

“If that’s the case, please leave with Ling Changhe. North Town Hall does not welcome arrogant people,” stated the Hall Master indifferently, in effect ordering them to leave.

The Ling Family Elder and Ling Changhe were not anticipating such an attitude from the Hall Master. Did she not fear offending the Ling Family?

“Hall Master, please reconsider,” pleaded the Gong-surnamed Elder and the two other elders from the Ling Family.

The Hall Master rose; her elegant figure shining through the dark skirt. Despite her enchanting femininity, the Hall Master’s aura was extremely sharp.

At this moment, the Ling Family Elder finally stepped back and refrained from provocation, not daring to oppose the Hall Master.

“No one from the Ling Family can disrupt the peace in my North Town Hall!” declared the Hall Master with authority.

The authoritative voice, typical of those who have been in power for a long time, and her strength which had reached the Spirit Bone realm, made her a dominant force. Once she unleashed her aura, she could suppress anyone present.

“We don’t intend to create a disturbance, we just hope that the Hall Master can provide an explanation to the Ling Family,” the Ling Family Elder gritted his teeth and said, his tone softened, not wanting to truly provoke the Hall Master.

The Hall Master sneered, “Explanation? Your Ling Family members caused trouble at my North Town Hall and you still want an explanation?

The Ling Family Elder and Ling Changhe were infuriated in their hearts. As members of the Ling Family, when had they ever been treated like this?

Unfortunately, they were on the Hall Master’s turf, and they couldn’t rise in rebellion. If they truly angered the Hall Master and got detained along with Ling Zhongtian, that would be a huge blow to the Ling Family’s reputation.

“If this is how it is, then we will be leaving. But don’t think the Ling Family will take this lying down,” the Ling Family elder said, bowing his fist, and helping Ling Changhe up, preparing to leave.

“Did I say you could leave?” The Hall Master spoke coolly.

Upon hearing this, both the Ling Family Elder and Ling Changhe changed color. What did the Hall Master mean by this? Was she planning on detaining them?

“Hall Master, what else do you want to do? Are you planning to assault us?” said the Ling Family Elder, his tone laced with irritation.

The Hall Master smiled lightly, “I’m merely hoping both of you can stay for three months, to see who becomes my sole disciple after this time.”

The Ling Family Elder and Ling Changhe glanced at each other. They didn’t want to stay, but from the Hall Master’s words they suspected she wouldn’t let them leave without a fuss.

“Fine! We will stay here,” the Ling Family Elder said.

With that, the problem was temporarily settled, but everyone knew that this wasn’t the end.

Even though Fang Lin was not in the wrong, the fact that he had injured Ling Changhe was undeniable. Regardless of the reason, the Ling Family would definitely take action against Fang Lin.

After all, whether you are right or wrong, you need to pay the price for injuring our people.

Most of the time, this is the unreasonable stand taken by large clans and powers.

However, Fang Lin’s reputation in North Town Hall was ringing louder than ever.

Daring to confront the Ling Family – no one had seen this coming. After all, the Ling Family is a prestigious member of the Alchemy Tao, wielding significant power in the Pill Alliance. Fang Lin’s actions were the equivalent of provoking a giant entity.

Some people thought Fang Lin had been too hasty. Even if the Hall Master was currently protecting Fang Lin, the Ling Family had plenty of opportunities to take action against him in the future within the Pill Alliance.

While others felt the Ling Family was overbearing. Clearly, a member of the Ling Family was in the wrong, yet they expected North Town Hall to answer for it – they were being utterly unreasonable.

No matter what, this issue was temporarily resolved for now. As long as Fang Lin stayed in North Town Hall, there wouldn’t be any major problems.

If Fang Lin stood out among others and became the sole apprentice of the Hall Master after three months, it wouldn’t be easy for the Ling Family to take action against him.

Although the Ling Family was powerful, confronting a Hall Master of the Pill Alliance was improbable. After all, a Hall Master is part of the Pill Alliance’s leadership, with close ties to the Elders. Unless the Ling Family went crazy, they would not directly confront a Hall Master.

However, no one expected the Ling Family’s counterattack to come so swiftly. On the third day following the incident, the Ling Family sent someone over, and this person turned out to be a very powerful individual.