X-Dragon Era

However, although the Lin Family had successfully defeated the Kashi Family and become the world's sixth largest family, during the long-term strife, both sides had lost a large number of relatives and descendants to one another, and the hatred between them had reached an irreversible level.

It was not just the hatred that was the problem, the biggest issue now was that the Kashi Family had never accepted their loss of status to the Lin Family and had been trying to reclaim it for years, leading to frequent battles between the two families—they were absolute mortal enemies.

Looking at Kaso and Ka Men, whose eyes were wide with shock, Xin Yun mocked, "If you want to invite someone, you should show some sincerity, and at the very least, have a more amiable attitude. Do you really think the Kashi Family is invincible or something? Heh heh... To be honest, I'm actually starting to be a bit interested in the Lin Family now. Once I join them, I can use the blood of Kashi Family members to wash away the humiliation you've given us today."

"Hiss..." Hearing Xin Yun's words, Kaso couldn't help but gasp, and his mind whirred as he quickly assessed the current situation.

Clearly, they would not dare to lay a hand on Xin Yun and the others before the end of the World Academy competition, and once the competition was over, Xin Yun and his group would have far too many options.

In fact, with Xin Yun and the others' talents and strength, not to mention the Lin Family, even the top three families would be tempted, especially considering their relationship with Po Kong, it was very likely that they would receive an invitation from the first family. And if they were to join the number one family, it would become even more unthinkable to touch them in the future.

What worried Kaso the most was that if Xin Yun and his group joined the Lin Family, it would be a tremendous blow to the Kashi Family. These young people were too formidable—if given enough time to grow, their futures would be limitless!

Originally intent on recruiting Xin Yun and the others into the Kashi Family at all costs, he had not expected to end up in such a predicament, unable to advance or retreat. However, Kaso knew that, no matter what, he had to settle today's matter, or else the consequences would be unimaginable.

While pondering, Kaso let out a haughty laugh and, with a beaming smile, said, "Alright, alright...no more jokes. We were just having a bit of fun earlier. We do value you all greatly in the Kashi Family. Now... please allow me to extend the invitation once more, no matter what, you must join our Kashi Family, I can assure you, once you join, immediately..."

Before Kaso could finish his sentence, Xin Yun interrupted with a mocking smile, raising his hand to stop Kaso's words, and defiantly said, "Alright, I know what you're thinking and what you're worried about. But I can responsibly tell you to give up on that thought."

At that point, Xin Yun abruptly turned his head, his eyes ablaze with rage as he looked fiercely at Ka Men and declared, "Remember every single word you said just now! Remember them forever, for you will pay a terrible price for your words!"

"What? Threatening me?" Watching Po Kong's ferocious demeanor and hearing his words laden with threat, Ka Men replied in a tone neither servile nor overbearing, his voice dripping with indolence.

"Threat? Surprised for a moment, but quickly, Xin Yun laughed and said, "I'm not one to make threats. In fact... I'm simply notifying you, from the moment you spoke those words, our conflict became irreconcilable. To put it plainly, in this world, only one of our sides can exist, it's impossible for us to coexist! Do you understand what I mean?"

Pausing briefly, Xin Yun continued, "Originally, when you uttered those words, I should have eradicated you right then and there, but... that really would have been too easy on you. I'll let you live, let you live and see for yourself the decline and extinction of your family! Consider this your punishment!"

Turning his head, Xin Yun looked earnestly at Kaso and said, "Go back and tell your family head that starting today, all of the Kashi Family's properties will suffer a comprehensive, exterminatory strike from us!"

"You! You all!" Hearing Xin Yun's bloodthirsty words, Kaso sensed that something was very wrong. Clearly... without realizing it, they seemed to have brought vast trouble upon their family!

Looking at Kaso's horrified expression, Xin Yun proudly puffed out his chest and said, "There's no need for suspicion, I can clearly tell you, we will not join any family, nor any forces. To speak boldly, there's not a power in this world that's worthy of our loyalty, not even the world's number one family that Po Kong is part of, they're only fit to carry our shoes!"

"Hiss..." Hearing Xin Yun's words, Kaso's unease intensified, and although it seemed like the braggadocio of a young brat, his instinct told him that everything the boy in front of him said was true!

"By any means necessary, at all costs, this person must be destroyed immediately!" In an instant, Kaso's mind was filled with this thought, and at the same time, his eyes rapidly filled with intense murderous intent!

"Heh heh..." After glancing at Kaso, Xin Yun laughed heartily and said, "Don't think your powers are all that great. I will show you just how vulnerable you are, hahaha..."

Amid Xin Yun's roaring laughter, without waiting for Kaso to order an attack, a flash of golden light sped by, and Xin Yun, along with his four companions, instantly vanished from the spot, leaving no trace behind.