The Sun was like blood as it slowly sank.
Everyone's gaze was fixated on Ling Xian. There was shock, ecstasy, excitement, and respect.
The way they looked at him was like they were looking at a hero.
Reality was that Ling Xian's actions today were worthy of being called a hero.
First, when everyone was being humiliated, he stepped up and defeated the Mermaid Prince, saving everyone's face. Then, he ordered the Sea Kind to retreat and temporarily resolved the crisis. How could he not be considered a hero?
Therefore, when Ling Xian turned around, the entire area boiled. Everyone was cheering and applauding.
"Haha, he defeated the Mermaid Prince and ordered the sea kind to retreat. How many people in the same generation can compare to him?"
"Since the beginning of the battle, he has been calm and collected. Not many people can compare to him."
"Yeah, it's all thanks to him today. If it wasn't for him, we would all be dead by now."
Everyone chimed in. Their voices were full of respect and admiration. Some female cultivators, in particular, were shining brightly. They wanted nothing more than to run up to Ling Xian and offer their bodies.
Even Ning Yan and the true disciple were shocked and dazed for a moment.
"What a rare Heaven's Favorite. Compared to him, I, a direct disciple, am too weak. I don't deserve to be a direct disciple."
The man exclaimed, his emotions were complex.
"Why wouldn't I be the same? I thought I was outstanding enough. But who knew that I am not as good as him in every aspect. "
Ning Yan sighed. Then, she remembered something and smiled, "But it's okay. Though we are not as good as Ling Xian, we haven't lost much face. The one who has lost the most face is him."
Then, she shifted her gaze to Xuanyuan Hong.
At this, the man laughed.
Though he admitted he was not as good as Ling Xian, he never lost face. Xuanyuan Hong was different. He was defeated by the Mermaid Prince within 10 moves and became the talk of this person's powerfulness.
Now, the Mermaid Prince had been defeated by Ling Xian. This directly reflected the huge gap between him and Xuanyuan Hong.
To put it bluntly, the difference between them was like heaven and earth. They didn't even have the right to be mentioned in the same breath!
Therefore, Xuanyuan Hong was, without a doubt, the most humiliated of them all. In other words, he had no face left.
This was something he knew very well. Therefore, at this moment, his heart was filled with humiliation and anger.
Unfortunately, he had no choice but to silently endure everyone's disdainful gazes.
"It's not that easy to be a hero …"
Sensing everyone's heated and admiring gazes, Ling Xian silently sighed. Though he successfully forced the Mermaid Prince to retreat, it was still too late. However, he was clear that the Sea Race would not let the matter rest. Sooner or later, they would arrive at the city gates and make a comeback!
And this sooner or later might very well be tomorrow.
Therefore, how could Ling Xian relax? At that moment, he gestured for the crowd to quiet down.
In an instant, the boiling crowd quietened down. Everyone shut their mouths. From this, it could be seen how high his prestige was in everyone's hearts.
Just a simple action of pressure was enough to shut everyone up. This was something that even the City Lord couldn't do.
"Everyone, listen to me."
Seeing that the entire place had quieted down, Ling Xian grinned, "Today, the Sea Kind has retreated. But they will return sooner or later. That is for sure. Therefore, everyone must be mentally prepared to face the enemy at any time. "
Hearing this, everyone was silent.
Everyone knew very well that the Sea Kind would not give up so easily. It could be tomorrow, it could be the day after. Sooner or later, they would arrive at the city gates.
"If they come, then they come. Worst comes to worst, we will just die!"
"Exactly, you have bought us some time. It's enough for us to prepare for our funeral!"
"Pfft, don't say such discouraging things. With you here, we will not die!"
Everyone chimed in. Some thought they were dead for sure, others placed their hopes on Ling Xian.
Ling Xian silently sighed at this and shook his head with a bitter smile.
If this was a one-on-one battle, he naturally wouldn't be afraid of anyone. But this was a large scale battle. One person cannot change the outcome of the battle.
However, even though he knew he couldn't, he had to try!
"Everyone, go back and prepare. I will discuss with the City Lord. Don't worry, I will do my best to protect this city. "
Ling Xian's expression was determined and his words were powerful and loud.
This made everyone a little more confident. Then, they all made their moves and went back to prepare.
At the scene, only Ning Yan, Ling Xian, and a middle-aged man remained.
"I am Wei Dong Lai, the City Lord. It is an honor to meet you." The middle-aged man bowed deeply to Ling Xian. His face was full of gratitude and respect.
This made Ling Xian raise an eyebrow, a little surprised.
After all, this person was of the fifth level and shouldn't be so polite. But after thinking about it, Ling Xian understood.
From the perspective of strength, Wei Donglai naturally shouldn't have done so. However, from the perspective of human relations, there was nothing wrong with him doing so.
After all, Ling Xian forced the Sea Kind to retreat temporarily and bought precious time for everyone in the city!
Therefore, as the City Lord, why wouldn't he be grateful?
"There is no need to be so polite, Leader Wei. The most important thing right now is to think of a plan."
Ling Xian supported Wei Dong Lai up with one hand and went straight to the point, "Leader Wei, I wonder if there are any Array Masters or Talisman Masters in this city?"
"There are, but …" Wei Dong Lai bitterly smiled.
"But what?"
Ling Xian frowned, "Please speak your mind, Leader Wei."
"Their levels are too low. The highest Array Master is only at the beginner level." Wei Dong Lai looked embarrassed and found it hard to speak his mind.
"The highest is only at the beginner level?"
Ling Xian was a little startled. He didn't think that in such a large city, the strongest Array Master was only at the beginner level.
"What can we do? When an Array Master reaches the intermediate level, he or she must leave this city and find another way out. After all, every century, the Sea Kind invades this city, "Wei Dong Lai explained.
"I see. But the beginner level is a little …"
Ling Xian smiled helplessly. He originally planned on gathering all the Array Masters to set up an array. He didn't think that the highest level here was only the beginner level.
"Leader, do you think they can help?" Wei Dong Lai carefully peeked at Ling Xian.
"City Lord, please call them over."
Ling Xian's expression turned determined and he said in a low voice, "Now that things have gotten to this point, we have to prepare for war and do our best."
"Okay, I will go find them right now." Wei Dong Lai nodded and disappeared in a flash.
"It was my miscalculation. I thought it would be the same as usual, just a casual fight. But now it seems that the Sea Tribe is getting serious. "Ning Yan let out a long sigh.
"They won't be serious. Because if they do, they will be declaring war against the Pavilion of Three Lives. Neither side can afford that price. "
Ling Xian shook his head and stared at the blue sea, "Based on my guess, the Sea Kind have been suppressing their anger and want to take down this city to wash away their shame. Or maybe it's like the Nine Dragons are fighting for the throne. Whoever takes down this city will have the hope of inheriting the throne. "
"That's a possibility. Or else the Prince wouldn't be personally leading the army." Ning Yan's eyes brightened.
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