Actually, this white-haired, hawk-eyed elder is not someone with Eyes of Golden Flame; he doesn't know everyone, nor can he discern everyone's identity at a glance. He primarily relies on his Divine Sense to observe the cultivation base of others, thus determining whether their identity is correct.

The guests invited by the Ling Family today are indeed people with profound cultivation, most likely at the Immortal Sage Stage.

However, everything has a limit.

The cultivation base of Ling Tianci, the Head of the Ling Family, is merely at the Ninth Soldier Realm of the Immortal Sage, a Half-Step Immortal King stage.

How could Ling Stone City possibly have cultivators with a cultivation base equivalent to his? The profound cultivation of the two assassins instantly exposed their identity.

The two assassins, seeing that they couldn't deceive anyone, didn't show signs of panic. Apparently, they had anticipated this and prepared a countermeasure. The short and stout assassin sneered and said, "Did you really think we came for the wedding feast? You really underestimated us; we are government officers from the Yellow Dragon Empire..."

As he spoke, the assassin flipped his hand, revealing a Tiger Talisman in his palm. This Tiger Talisman was given to him by King Ann and symbolizes King Ann's military power, which can be used in critical situations.

Indeed, the elder was visibly shaken upon seeing the Tiger Talisman. Although it was not a Yan Kingdom Tiger Talisman and posed no real threat to them, having two Ninth Soldier Realm level Immortal Sage cultivators produce such a token was still intimidating for him.

The elder cupped his hands, speaking indifferently, "How did the two government officers come to possess an invitation to our residence?"

"We found the invitation."

"Found it? Where did you find it?" the elder asked, suspicious.

"Your invited guest was assassinated. After killing, the assassin took the invitation from the deceased. We discovered the murderer, who had no choice but to abandon it and escape. We merely came here to report this..." The short and stout assassin lied without batting an eye.

The elder wasn't fully convinced by the two assassins' words. He scanned them with suspicion, still speaking with an indifferent tone, "Uh, thank you both then."

The two assassins cupped their hands and turned to leave.

As they turned to walk away, the elder coldly glanced at their backs. At that moment, the person inspecting the gifts suddenly exclaimed, "Eagle Elder, what a bad omen, someone actually sent joss paper!"

The house servant waved a handful of Netherworld Paper as he spoke.

The white-haired, hawk-eyed elder, known as Eagle Elder, gazed intently at the pile of joss paper, his face turning extremely solemn. He ordered in a cold voice, "Quick, find out who sent this!"

"Eagle Elder, it was Big Beard who sent it."

"Big Beard?" Eagle Elder's eyes shifted with a look of surprise. Hesitating for a moment, he swiftly retrieved a Communication Talisman and immediately reported the incident at the entrance to City Lord Ling Tianci.

Ling Tianci was currently in the main hall entertaining several important guests. Upon receiving the message, upon hearing that someone had sent joss paper on his son's joyous day, his face turned green with anger.

Simultaneously enraged and anxious, he immediately asked, "Who sent it, have you found out yet?"

"It was Big Beard," Eagle Elder replied.

"Who is Big Beard?"

"He is a recently recruited Guest Elder by the young master."

"What kind of person is he to be so audacious?" Ling Tianci furiously exclaimed.

"Big Beard is just a rough-and-tumble person, City Lord. I don't think Big Beard would dare act so boldly; he was probably instructed by someone else..."

"Find Big Beard, bring him to me tied up. I want to interrogate him personally," Ling Tianci ordered in a deep voice.

"Yes, I'll handle it right away!"

"Also, instruct the guards to boost security. If you spot any suspicious individuals, report them to me immediately," Ling Tianci added.

"Yes, yes..." Eagle Elder said, then immediately went personally to search for Big Beard. However, after searching twice, he couldn't find him.

After Wang Xiaoqiang entered the Ling Residence, he found a secluded spot, took off his hat, and tore off his beard, revealing his true appearance. Moreover, he absorbed 30 million Spiritual Springs into his body, elevating his cultivation to the Third Soldier Realm of the Immortal Sage. In this way, both his appearance and cultivation transformed; he had completely become a different person, unable to be detected by either the naked eye or Divine Sense.

...

Guan Qingsi is an Immortal Hero — Immortal Heroes are meant to be free-spirited and enjoy a revered status. Yet unexpectedly, someone of her stature became a sacrificial pawn in marriage. To serve family interests, she was forced to marry a man known for his lascivious nature.

Overwhelmed with despair and indignation, Guan Qingsi tried to commit suicide last night. However, she failed in her attempt, and upon discovery, the Clan Leader of the Guan Family imposed a Restriction on her. This Restriction completely immobilized her, rendering her mute, akin to a living corpse.

Until today when she was forcibly escorted to marry into the Ling Family, the Guan Family's Clan Leader finally released the restriction during the wedding procession.

The Clan Leader of the Guan Family had calculated thoroughly; Guan Qingsi might not succeed in committing suicide within the Guan Family, but if she were to marry into the Ling Family and then commit suicide, it would have no relation to the Guan Family. As long as family interests were preserved, sacrificing one woman meant nothing.

In the Immortal Realm, women are considered inherently cheap!

The auspicious hour was reached. Guan Qingsi was dragged out of the bridal sedan by two women, performed the marriage rites, and entered the bridal chamber. Ling Qingyun was already finding it hard to contain himself.

According to custom, he should wait until evening to unveil the bride's veil, but he couldn't wait any longer now. Guan Qingsi's refusal of the marriage stirred anger in his heart, and her beauty tempted him endlessly.

He was impatient to vent his anger and lust, reaching out to lift Guan Qingsi's red bridal veil. His face was filled with lewd delight as he smiled triumphantly, "Haha, Guan Qingsi, the immensely revered Immortal Hero, the proud Miss Guan, you ultimately fell into my hands, Ling Qingyun's hands. Anything I desire, I will have..."

As Ling Qingyun spoke, he attempted to throw himself towards Guan Qingsi's delicate body, but unexpectedly...

Guan Qingsi's fair hand grabbed, a flash of light, and a jade green Immortal Sword appeared in her hand, with the tip pointing at Ling Qingyun's chest. Her face was filled with disdain as she declared, "Ling Qingyun, you beast, you ruined me, but I will also kill you. Today I will perish together with you..."

Ling Qingyun froze, his face showing shame and anger. He coldly sneered, "Guan Qingsi, do you dare kill me? You wouldn't dare even if you had two guts. Do you think killing me and perishing together with me will solve everything? You're too simple-minded. Don't forget your Guan Clan, your father, mother, brothers, and sisters. If you kill this young master, they will be the ones to pay with their lives..."

Guan Qingsi trembled hearing these words, with her face quickly becoming gloomy. Ling Qingyun's words were not without reason; if she killed Ling Qingyun, the Ling Family would never spare the Guan Family. At that point, the Head of the Guan Family would naturally offer her parents and siblings as sacrifices to compensate, and those she loved most would suffer.

With this thought, Guan Qingsi retracted her hand, drawing the Immortal Sword back against her own pale neck, determinedly declaring, "Ling Qingyun, even in death, I won't let you go..."

She was about to end her own life with one strike when suddenly, with a buzz, a golden character "Courage" flew in, knocking the Immortal Sword away. The sword left only a red mark on Guan Qingsi's white neck before clattering to the ground.

Both were taken aback and turned their heads to see someone walking in.

This person was none other than Wang Xiaoqiang. (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation tickets, monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)

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