Tyrant Sky Martial Soul

Chapter 1323: Chapter 1323: Making a Scene

Hearing Joshua Long’s words, Ling Xiao’s killing intent became evident.

Initially, he had only planned to cripple Ji Mingxing and let it go at that.

But who would have thought there was such a hidden truth?

Joshua Long was someone he understood well—he wouldn’t lie about this kind of thing.

So, what he said must be true.

Joshua Long’s sudden appearance made the wedding scene unbearably awkward. Those sickening praises and sycophantic voices immediately quieted down.

However, quite a few people began whispering and pointing at Joshua Long.

Some shook their heads silently. This kid, even if what he said was true, to publicly embarrass the Great Sun World Lord and the Emperor, did he think he wouldn’t pay with his life?

Yet, to have the courage to expose the truth at Ji Mingxing’s wedding ceremony—this boy’s boldness was indeed commendable.

Ling Xiao’s first thought was that he couldn’t let Joshua Long suffer.

Joshua Long seemed to have dramatically improved his cultivation level, likely on par with Ji Mingxing, or even capable of defeating him.

But doing so would break a serious taboo, causing him to be hunted down.

Such trouble—better that Ling Xiao bears it himself.

Thinking of this, Ling Xiao let out a cold laugh and said loudly, ”Ridiculous under heaven! Ji Mingxing, such a despicable character, yet he’s lauded as the Heavenly Dragon Continent’s top prodigy? What an insult to the rest of us on this continent!”

His voice was loud!

And clear!

In an instant, he captured everyone’s attention.

People couldn’t help being astonished. Joshua Long was Ji Mingkong’s friend—his seeking revenge against Ji Mingxing made sense. But what was this random person doing stepping forward?

Did he intend to openly challenge those in high positions?

If you were looking for death, this wasn’t the way to do it.

Their gazes all focused on this man in an instant.

This man leapt high into the air, and even before he landed, killing intent spilled out in waves.

Long black hair danced wildly in the wind, and his moon-white robe flowed freely, so immaculately clean it bore no trace of dust.

It wasn’t made of any luxurious material nor was it any magical treasure. Yet, when worn by this man, it exuded unparalleled dominance.

Like an unsheathed sword—without any need for action, he already struck terror into countless hearts.

As they watched him gracefully land on the red carpet atop the high platform, everyone gasped sharply.

The wedding crasher had arrived!

”Ling Xiao!”

This face was far too well-known, especially in the Divine Phoenix Imperial City. It had been engraved in countless minds.

On the day he killed Si Kong Zun and saved Ji Ning, he had already become an unwavering idol in the hearts of countless young people in the Imperial City.

Of course, he had also become the target of countless others determined to see him dead.

”So, he’s Ling Xiao? What an arrogant person! How bold! To dare act so disrespectfully in front of the Great Sun World Lord and the Emperor Phoenix Immeasurable?”

Naturally, there were some newcomers to the Imperial City. Though they had heard of Ling Xiao’s name, they had never seen him in person.

Nor had they witnessed any of Ling Xiao’s legendary feats, so many found it hard to believe.

Could such bold and grand acts truly have been performed by a seventeen-year-old boy?

They assumed that if they couldn’t do it, then Ling Xiao surely couldn’t either.

They believed that if this truly was Ling Xiao, he must be an arrogant fool with no sense whatsoever.

Today’s wedding had been decreed by the Emperor himself. For Ling Xiao to come crash it, was this not a pure act of courting death?

Yet they did not notice that Harry Peng, Prince of Phoenix, sitting in the foremost row, looked less than pleased.

Harry Peng understood Ling Xiao far too well.

Seeing Ling Xiao’s face, an unexpected ripple of fear surged within him.

He had witnessed many of Ling Xiao’s past exploits firsthand, leaving behind scars he could never forget, fears that still gripped his heart!

Kong Ming and Jia Tianfeng remained expressionless, but internally, tidal waves of shock were already raging.

With Kong He crippled and Jia Yun slain, these two had gotten the opportunity to rise in rank.

Logically, they should have been grateful to Ling Xiao.

Yet they were both intelligent men and understood full well—they and Ling Xiao were not cut from the same cloth. Ling Xiao was the most terrifying adversary of all.

”You are Ling Xiao, aren’t you?”

Ji Mingxing looked at Ling Xiao with a proud expression, a hint of disdain in his eyes.

He had never met Ling Xiao before.

All he knew was that Ling Xiao was the Heavenly Dynasty’s Heavenly Emperor, the thief who had plundered the Sacred Dynasty’s foundation!

And so, he hated Ling Xiao!

A hatred without reason!

Furthermore, ever since joining Phoenix God College, rumors and slander against Ling Xiao had filled his ears, making his impression of Ling Xiao grow worse and worse.

Many people compared him to Ling Xiao.

And it infuriated him.

He, Ji Mingxing, was the Holy Dynasty’s Saint Child, the Sacred Emperor’s bloodline, and the Divine Phoenix Emperor’s adopted son. He was of noble blood, with exceptional talent, from an illustrious lineage. And who was Ling Xiao?

Just a lowly orphan steeped in poverty! How could such a person compare to him?

Countless times, he had wished to meet Ling Xiao and defeat him in front of everyone, so they would understand.

He, Ji Mingxing, was the true genius. Ling Xiao amounted to nothing in his presence!

”That’s right, I am Ling Xiao!”

Ling Xiao’s calm voice rang in Ji Mingxing’s ears.

Afterward, he simply turned away to face Joshua Long.

Clearly, he didn’t even regard Ji Mingxing as worthy, daring to turn his back on him.

”Joshua Long, I’ll handle things here. I’ll avenge Mingkong. You just focus on your cultivation.”

Ling Xiao stepped forward and patted Joshua Long on the shoulder, smiling as he spoke.

”Brother Ling, I understand. But Sister Mingkong has truly been tormented awfully by this despicable man. She said she’s never shown anyone mercy or hesitated before. This was the first time, but it cost her dearly.”

As Joshua Long spoke, tears welled up in his eyes.

A man does not cry easily—unless at the depths of despair.

Joshua Long’s sorrow underscored the enormity of what Ji Mingkong had suffered.

”Don’t worry, leave it to me. Even if her cultivation level is gone, she can rebuild it. With her talent and my pills, it won’t take long for her to recover completely.”

Ling Xiao smiled and said, ”You, go back down and stay with Leng Mei.”

”Alright.”

Looking at Ling Xiao, Joshua Long felt reassurance, as if he had found his pillar of support.

Truthfully, he had come today at the risk of his life.

He knew full well that even if he defeated Ji Mingxing, he would still be killed by either the Great Sun World Lord or Emperor Phoenix Immeasurable.

But he had no choice.

After Ling Xiao left the Imperial City, among those staying at Qingxu College, he had the highest cultivation level. He had to shoulder the responsibility of protecting the others.

But nobody likes the thought of dying.

Especially not Joshua Long—he carried the hopes of the Golden Dragon clan. How could he allow himself to die here?

Ling Xiao’s arrival filled him with hope, with light.

Ever since Ling Xiao saved the Golden Dragon clan from the Moon Blossom Pagoda, Joshua Long had revered him as a godlike figure.

There was nothing in this world that his elder brother couldn’t accomplish.

And Ling Xiao had never disappointed him before.

Today would be no exception.

”Ling Xiao, this Holy Son is speaking to you!”

Ji Mingxing, burning with violent anger, couldn’t tolerate being ignored. Yet Ling Xiao dared to do exactly that.

This set his rage ablaze, beyond his ability to control.