chapter 35 Get in my way, kill me

Alisa Lin, though unaware of why Andrew Qi suddenly wanted to meet the master of internal extremities from the Lin family, immediately called Isaiah Lin and informed him about Andrew's intention to meet Theo Lu. She believed that Isaiah Lin, having witnessed Andrew's abilities, would understand that Andrew was qualified for such a meeting. Theo Lu rarely met with guests, preferring not to be disturbed by ordinary people, but Andrew Qi was different, being capable of standing shoulder to shoulder with a master of internal extremities. Therefore, early next morning, Alisa Lin drove to Andrew's courtyard, ready to take him back to the Lin family. In her view, this matter should be easily resolved, but unexpectedly, just as Andrew was about to get into the car, Alisa received a call from Isaiah Lin. He informed her that the family had not approved the meeting, and he couldn't accept her proposal. Alisa, in a questioning tone, asked, "Uncle Zheng, who refused my proposal?" Despite her extensive time outside, performing various tasks for Sheal Martial Arts and being a direct descendant of the Lin family, she felt disregarded and was naturally displeased. “This…” Isaiah hesitated before answering. "Is it my second uncle—Ethan Lin?" The patriarch of the Lin family was elderly, and most family affairs were managed by Ethan Lin. "It's your cousin." "Abbott Lin? Its him!" Once Alisa got her answer, she stopped arguing with Isaiah Lin, understanding the complexities she was facing as he was a branch member of the Lin family. Though Andrew roughly understood the situation, he did not inquire further, choosing to observe how things would go as this was a family matter for the Lins. "Abbott Lin—what right do you have to obstruct me!" After hanging up, Alisa snorted coldly and then suggested to Andrew, "Let's go to Master Lu now. What do you think?" "Strike while the iron is hot, good!" Andrew was indifferent, knowing the Lin family, where Alisa belonged, was more powerful than the Chu family and held the title of being number one in Jiang district. However, the only person in the Lin family that genuinely intrigued him was Theo Lu, who had been the family's guardian for decades. "Sit tight!" Alisa sharply turned the car and accelerated. About forty minutes later, they entered a serene forest near the outskirts of Jin Cheng City, where a quaint Chinese manor appeared before them. Though it wasn't a grand mansion, it exuded a certain majesty. The sign over the gate read "Lin Residence." Using his dragon spirit's divine consciousness, Andrew knew that there were at least a dozen warriors of internal extremities inside the Lin Residence, along with armed guards, confirming the Lin family's extraordinary status. A regular student might have been intimidated in such a setting, but Andrew remained composed, unfazed whether facing royalty or martial arts masters. This was the demeanour of a cultivator. Following Alisa into the manor, she directly asked a guard, "Where is Abbott Lin? Tell him to come out and see me!" "Miss, Abbott is currently in a business meeting with a distinguished guest..." "Nonsense, what business? Take me to him!" Alisa interrupted sharply. Despite her infrequent presence at the Lin residence, many were familiar with her temper and didn't want to provoke her, so they reluctantly led her to Abbott Lin. At that moment, Abbott Lin was in a pavilion near a carp pond in the courtyard, discussing business. As the eldest grandson of the Lin family, he held an economics master's degree from a prestigious university, worked at a state-owned bank, and possessed considerable martial talent. Having entered the internal extremities stage three years ago, he was now in the mid-stage, promising a bright future and being seen as the third-generation heir of the Lin family. "Abbott Lin, come here!" Alisa called out to him. Abbott frowned at Alisa's sudden and aggressive approach, saying, "Cousin, could you please behave? We have a guest." Abbott's manner and tone were impeccable, showing his worldliness and ability to handle family affairs for his father, Ethan Lin. Andrew was curious about Alisa's approach. If the matter was to be settled through reasoning and analysis, she was clearly at a disadvantage compared to Abbott, who had more support within the family. "Those who disturb my peace shall be cut down!" Alisa moved swiftly like a nimble panther, attacking Abbott with electric speed and cutting-edge force, her legs striking like blades! She employed the Nameless saber technique, displaying no intention of reasoning with Abbott. If I can defeat you, why bother negotiating or talking! Abbott Lin, having entered the Internal extremities stage for a longer time, naturally possessed a stronger internal energy. Seeing Alisa Lin suddenly attack, he scoffed coldly, "Cousin, you really haven't made any progress, still at the early stage of internal energy!" Boom! But when Abbott Lin's arm came in contact with Alisa Lin's leg, it felt as if it had been struck by an axe. His arm was both painful and numb! "She is just at the early stage of internal energy, how could this be!" He hadn't expected Alisa Lin's internal energy to be so pure and ferocious. Her legs were like two steel blades, extremely terrifying! Abbott Lin's figure retreated explosively, avoiding the sharp edge for the moment. Crack! The stone table in the pavilion split in two, a result of Alisa Lin's leg's internal energy. Tea splashed everywhere, creating a mess. "Alisa Lin, you're being too unreasonable!" Abbott Lin, finally angry, said, "If you were just being mischievous like when you were younger, I wouldn’t mind. But today, you're being so rude in front of guests. If I don't teach you a lesson, it would appear that our Lin family lacks discipline!" Abbott Lin, always tactful, even when planning to strike hard, didn't forget to find a suitable excuse for himself. He was indeed more cunning than Alisa Lin. After all, Abbott Lin was at the mid-stage of internal energy and had guidance from a famous master. If he went all out, he could surely defeat Alisa Lin. "I will kill those who block my path!" Alisa Lin moved again, unafraid of Abbott Lin's deeper internal energy. She displayed the essence of the Nameless saber technique to its fullest. A cold smile appeared at the corners of Abbott Lin's mouth as he struck with all his might! He had resolved to embarrass Alisa Lin, to show her that he was the true heir of the Lin family's third generation. Alisa Lin had to understand this! Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! The two moved extremely fast, their fists and palms colliding, internal energies clashing. After a moment, their figures separated. Abbott Lin's face was ashen, a one-inch long cut appeared on his handsome left cheek, with blood dripping onto the courtyard's bluestone.