<h4>Chapter 175 - Settling Scores</h4>


    Watermoon City, a Grade-2 city in Qingyang County, boasted a substantial poption exceeding a hundred million. Itsnd area was three times that of Xuanyang City.


    In the southwest region of this expansive city, the prestigious Lin n''s grand mansion stood like a castle, showcasing the n''s formidable foundation.


    The Lin n''s Council Hall, spacious and adorned with opulence, currently housed several figures.


    “It’s already been half a month, but Third Brother’s group still hasn’t returned. Could something have happened to them?” An elder with an aquiline nose, Lin Ying, the Second Elder in the Lin n, voiced his concern in a hushed tone.


    “What could possibly happen to them? Third Brother’s a third-level Yuanfu realm expert, even stronger than you or I. That Chen n doesn’t even have a single Yuanfu realm expert. What trouble could they possibly stir up?” said Lin Yao, the Grand Elder, who stood beside him.


    Lin Ying said, “It’s better to be safe than sorry. That mysterious person told us that Chen Fan from Xuanyang City’s Chen n killed Lin Ba, but can any of you say with confidence he didn’t have some ulterior motive?”


    Interrupting the conversation, Lin Hong, the Lin n''s Patriarch, said, “Enough. Xuanyang City is merely ten thousand miles away from Watermoon City. A Golden Horned Horse can cover that distance in two days. It''s been half a month, so it’s strange that Lin Zong hasn''t returned yet.”


    Lin Hong paused momentarily, looked at Lin Ying and the others, and continued, “How about this? We’ll send some people to Xuanyang City and check out the situation.”


    “Sure.”


    “I agree.”


    Lin Yao and Lin Ying both nodded in agreement.


    Outside Watermoon City:


    “Patriarch, Young Master, Watermoon City is just ahead.”


    Chen Fan and the others had spent two days traveling and finally arrived at Watermoon City.


    Upon seeing the city wall, towering over a hundred feet and seemingly endless in width, Chen Fan and his group were awestruck. The city seemed like an immense beast sprawled across thend.


    Standing at ten meters tall and thirty meters wide, the city gates buzzed with activity as people streamed in and out.


    Compared to Watermoon City, Xuanyang City was like a countryside town.


    “As expected of a Grade-2 city. It''s far more grand and impressive than Xuanyang City.” Behind Chen Fan and Chen Zhengqing were Chen Yunchong and Chen Hualong, brothers in their early twenties withmendable martial talents. [1]


    With the n’s strong support, their cultivation had improved by leaps and bounds during this recent period, reaching the eighth level. They were almost as good as the Grand Elder, Chen Tianshi.


    Given their talents, bing Qi Grandmasters wouldn’t be difficult for them.


    “Patriarch, Young Master, our Chen n will surely soar to the skies in one go after eliminating the Lin n.” Chen Yunchong sounded slightly excited.


    Chen Zhengqing said, “Alright, let’s go. Enter the city!”


    Their majestic entrance into Watermoon City attracted attention and whispers from the locals.


    “Who are they?”


    “They don’t look familiar. They must not be from Watermoon City. Perhaps they belong to a n from another city, likely here to discuss business?”


    “Discuss business? It doesn’t look like it! I felt a cold, murderous qi when they passed by me earlier.”


    “Murderous qi? You must be mistaken! These people are indeed pretty strong. I couldn’t tell the strengths of those two at the front; they’re probably Yuanfu realm experts. But the others... Their cultivation level is only at the eighth level at the most. They don’t have a single Qi Grandmaster, so who can they kill in Watermoon City?” said a Qi Grandmaster with a chuckle.


    “There are so many experts here!”


    “Heavens, we just entered, but I’ve already spotted five Qi Grandmasters!”


    “Seventh- and eighth-level experts are asmon as cabbage here.”


    “......”


    Upon entering the city, all, except for Chen Fan and Chen Zhengqing, were dumbfounded by the spectacle before them, mouths agape.


    In Xuanyang City, a Qi Grandmaster could establish a martial n, and one could rarely see them out on the street.


    While Qi Grandmasters weren''t as abundant as river-crossing carp here, they were amon sight, blending in with the crowd like ordinary individuals.


    Aside from Qi Grandmasters, seventh- and eighth-level experts were truly all over the ce. In Xuanyang City, these martial artists stood as top-tier experts, exuding arrogance in their every step if Qi Grandmasters weren''t present.


    In Watermoon City, though, they were indistinguishable from the average popce.


    Chen Fan smiled and said, “Brother Yunchong, Brother Hualong, this is normal. It’d be strange if we can’t even see a Qi Grandmaster around in a Grade-2 city. Your perspective will broaden even more when you visit a Grade-1 city or a county city.”


    Chen Fan was also like Chen Yunchong and Chen Hualong when he visited Qingyang County City for the first time.


    “That’s true. This is our first time going on a long trip and in a Grade-2 city. The furthest we’ve been to are the Grade-3 cities around Xuanyang City, which aren’t much different.” Chen Yunlong scratched his head andughed.


    Chen Hualong said, “Now that our Chen n has gained power, try not to act uncultured in public. It''s embarrassing."


    “Weren’t you acting the same earlier?” Chen Yunlong rolled his eyes.


    Chen Fan stopped a passerby and asked, “Uncle, may I ask where the Lin n is?”


    The passerby scrutinized Chen Fan and the others before narrowing his eyes. “What are you going to the Lin n for?”


    “To settle scores!” Chen Fan smiled, revealing two rows of snow-white teeth. However, the passerby felt an icy chill, as if facing a formidable adversary.


    “I-it’s... to the southwest," he stammered before hastily walking away as if Chen Fan were a cannibalistic devil on the prowl.


    Unfazed, Chen Fan looked southwest, his smile widening, but the chilling intent in his gaze intensified.


    ......


    “Stop right there. The Lin n is a restricted area. Outsiders must leave immediately!"manded the guard stationed at the Lin n''s mansion gates. His voice was stern, and a cold gleam flickered in his eyes as he stopped Chen Fan’s group.


    As a prestigious Watermoon City n, the Lin n''s private troopwork surpassed the Chen n''s capabilities. Take this guard captain of the mansion, for example—he was at the eighth level of the Qigong realm.


    In the Chen n, he could have been an elder. However, unlike the core experts, he found himself assigned as a mere mansion guard.


    “Move aside. We’re here to settle scores with the Lin n!” dered Chen Fan, his tone icy. Simultaneously, he unleashed his Yuanfu realm aura,pelling the guard captain to retreat as though struck.


    “Yuanfu realm expert!” the guard eximed, his eyes betraying a hint of fear. Despite his intimidation, he steeled himself. “I’d have to trouble you to please wait here first. I’ll go in and send the message.”


    "No need; we can handle it ourselves," Chen Fan dismissed, waving his hand and leading the group into the Lin n mansion.


    “Enemy attack!” the guard captain bellowed upon witnessing Chen Fan and the others attempting to enter forcefully.


    1. They were briefly mentioned in chapter 160. Both are captains of the Chen n’s army. ?