As his voice fell, a huge uproar immediately broke out among the crowd.
Your Highness, a middle-aged man in a black robe, instantly turned extremely grim, his brows furrowed tightly, and anger surged in his chest.
It was Yu Yingxue’s father, Yu Heng.
He had met Lin Hongyan before.
He knew deeply that this boy was absolutely not a suitable match for his daughter.
He had concluded back then that this person, relying on his bit of talent and skill, loved to stir up trouble everywhere, looked down on others, and would surely cause great disaster in the future!
So Yu Heng decisively had his daughter cut off contact with him and arranged a marriage with the Jiang Family.
He hadn't expected this boy to actually dare to come to the Jiang Clan and cause trouble publicly on such an important occasion!
Extremely audacious!
Yu Heng’s Face was gloomy, with anger surging in his heart.
He would never stand by and watch this boy ruin the arranged marriage.
Just as Jiang Chengyi was about to retort, Yu Heng spoke first, his tone stern:
“Everyone, I am Yingxue’s father. This grand wedding is a marriage alliance reached after long discussions, careful consideration, and weighing of options between our two families. There is no coercion or force involved!”
“This boy, Lin Hongyan, was familiar with my daughter when they were young. His attempt to snatch the bride today is likely due to jealousy, slandering us in public, and trying to disrupt this marriage!”
“This boy’s intentions are malicious, and he is extremely arrogant. He deserves to be punished!”
Yu Heng’s words were forceful and every sentence was reasonable.
The surrounding people whispered amongst themselves, causing another commotion.
Lin Hongyan’s Face flushed red, because anyone could see that his words were full of loopholes.
For a moment, he was speechless, his Aura weakening slightly.
In an argument, how could he be a match for an old fox like Yu Heng?
Seeing this, Yu Yingxue’s eyes flashed with a hint of worry.
She took a step forward, her Face showing a mix of helplessness and anxiety, and said softly, “Lin Hongyan! Stop making trouble, hurry up and leave!”
At this moment, the Jiang Clan Elder, seated at the head, also spoke, his voice like thunder.
“How audacious! How dare you come to cause trouble on the day of my Jiang Family’s grand wedding!”
“Guards, seize this person! Cripple his cultivation!”
Several guards with powerful Auras stood ready, their eyes revealing killing intent, preparing to act.
Lin Hongyan showed no fear, his gaze sweeping around as he spoke to the crowd.
“I am not forcefully snatching the bride today!”
“Everyone, I boldly make a request: May I personally ask Yingxue her true feelings?”
“If she insists on marrying, I, Lin Hongyan, will turn and leave, never to disturb this place again!”
When his words fell, the entire hall fell silent.
But the Jiang Clan Elder’s Face grew even darker, his eyes burning with greater anger, and he sternly shouted:
“Presumptuous! Today is the day of my Jiang Family’s grand wedding. How dare you, an ignorant child, provoke us like this?”
Everyone agreed.
To barge in and cause trouble on the day of a grand wedding, and with such arrogant and rude words, was indeed too presumptuous.
This act was simply slapping the Jiang Clan in the Face in public.
Yu Heng even sneered, taking the opportunity to add, “Exactly! A child’s marriage has always been decided by the Elders. How dare you, an immature junior, spout such nonsense here? Guards, seize him!”
Yao Yuan, seated below, had a solemn gaze and couldn't help but frown deeply.
He sighed heavily.
Finally, unable to restrain himself, he slowly rose.
He bowed slightly, respectfully saluting everyone.
Then, he stepped into the center of the main hall, cupped his fists, and spoke to the Jiang Clan Chief and the others above.
“I am Yao Yuan, the Grand Elder of the Purple Firmament Pill Sect!”
“This boy, Lin Hongyan, is now my Personal Disciple, and will surely inherit my legacy in the future. Although his actions today are reckless, I am willing to plead for him here.”
“I humbly ask the Jiang Clan Elders to grant me this small Face and not make things difficult for him.”
“Ultimately, this is just a private entanglement between the younger generation. If Lin Hongyan clarifies things today, everyone can avoid future difficulties.”
No sooner had Yao Yuan finished speaking than Gu Xingde, the Grand Elder of the Heavenly Dao Academy, who was seated on the other side, slowly stood up, his eyes flashing with sharp light.
His eyes flowed with divine light, his Face was stern, and with a gentle flick of his sleeve, he released a vast and majestic cultivation fluctuation.
Boom!
He was actually a Supreme Realm Ninth-level expert!
Judging by his posture, stepping into the Quasi-Emperor realm was just around the corner!
Gu Xingde had also come today for Lin Hongyan.
As for why? It stemmed from Gu Xingde’s mysterious Heavenly Dao divination art!
He was not only proficient in heavenly secret calculations, possessing unfathomable divinatory abilities, but also, due to his Acquired Awakening of the Heavenly Secret Eye, he could perceive the direction of others’ Luck.
It’s just that he couldn’t use it too frequently.
In fact, Gu Xingde had noticed Lin Hongyan’s peculiarity a long time ago.
He discovered that this boy was enveloped by a Golden Dragon of Luck, and his Luck was so abundant, far exceeding ordinary people, clearly indicating he was a person of great Luck. Thus, he developed an appreciation for his talent.
If he could provide help at a crucial moment today, when Lin Hongyan eventually rose to prominence, the Heavenly Dao Academy could also gain benefits from it.
“I am Gu Xingde, the Grand Elder of the Heavenly Dao Academy. Today, I have also come for young friend Lin. I ask everyone to give me some Face! Do not make things difficult for this young man anymore!”
Before he finished speaking, the atmosphere in the hall became silent once more.
Everyone turned their gaze to Gu Xingde and Yao Yuan.
After all, the Heavenly Dao Academy and the Purple Firmament Pill Sect were both immortal Dao traditions in the Upper Realm, and their influence was crucial.
Even such figures stood up to plead for Lin Hongyan, causing everyone to wonder:
“What is so outstanding about this Lin Hongyan that he could invite these two?”
Everyone’s gazes began to become complex and subtle.
They were also watching now.
How would the Jiang Clan handle this matter today?
At this moment, Jiang Chengyi’s Face was ashen, his eyes flashing with anger.
Seeing so many people supporting Lin Hongyan, he felt a loss of Face.
The Clan Elder, seeing this, asked in a deep voice:
“Chengyi, today is your grand wedding. How do you think this matter should be handled?”
All eyes converged.
Jiang Chengyi remained silent for a long time, then slowly looked at Yu Yingxue, his expression complex.
His voice was low as he slowly began, “Yingxue, today’s matter is, after all, a marriage arranged by the Elders of the Family. What are your true feelings about it?”
“I…”
Yu Yingxue was filled with doubt and uncertainty, unsure how to speak at the moment.
She had not originally intended to break off the engagement.
But today, Lin Hongyan, risking such great danger, came for her, and even had the Purple Firmament Pill Sect and the Heavenly Dao Academy supporting him.
It would be false to say she wasn’t moved.
Yu Yingxue’s beautiful eyes trembled slightly, her heart wavering.
“Yingxue, I, Lin Hongyan, came today to take you away!”
“Please believe me, I can help you escape all of this!”
“You don’t need to consider anything. You just need to answer me, are you willing to come with me?”
Lin Hongyan’s tone was firm, his Face now full of confidence.
After all, the Heavenly Dao Academy and the Purple Firmament Pill Sect, two great immortal Dao traditions, were speaking up for him.
Why was this? Was it not because they saw his great talent and would need him in the future!
This was Lin Hongyan’s confidence!
Longevity Immortal Clan? Jiang Family?
So what?
They were merely stepping stones for him to achieve something beyond a Great Emperor in the future!
Today, he would, in front of everyone, completely shatter the Jiang Clan’s hypocritical mask and make this paper tiger lose all Face!
