"Oh?"
Lin Dongpeng turned his head and cast an interested look at Qin Yi. "Then what other reasons do you have, young hero Qin?"
Qin Yi chuckled. "Perhaps Sir Lin has investigated Qin Mo's background these past few days. As you know, Qin Mo has just arrived in Five Forests City. Like most of the martial artists in Five Forests City, I also wish to find my own lucky chances in Five Forests City. "
"Five Forests City values martial prowess," Lin Dongpeng said. "Every opportunity is obtained through battle. Why don't you prove yourself with your own strength, young hero Qin, like the others? "
Qin Yi shook his head coolly. "Qin Mo wouldn't be surprised to hear this from anyone else. However, Sir Lin is no ordinary man. Now that you've said these words, this Qin has no choice but to look down on you. "
Lin Dongpeng's face held no trace of anger. He looked calmly at Qin Yi. "Tell me your reason."
Qin Yi smiled. "Private fights are common in Five Forests City. Everyone thinks that as long as they win, they'll be one step closer to the five houses. However, that's the stupidest path. Even if everyone in the city was fighting, how many people would be able to enter the five clans in the end? How much time do they have to spend in order to enter one of the five houses? I am a rather undisciplined person, but I am also a rather impatient person. Of course I wouldn't choose such a thankless method. "
Lin Dongpeng nodded slightly and said, "You're right about that. Take House Donglin as an example. The number of experts we recruit from the city every year can be counted on two hands. "
After a pause, his gaze suddenly became incomparably sharp. "So, you chose this crisis of mine as your stepping stone, hoping to catch my eye, make me value you, and successfully become a servant of my Lin family?"
Qin Yi smiled noncommittally. "Before this incident, Sir Lin and I didn't know each other. Even if I wanted to use you, it wouldn't be too much to ask, would it? Also, I think you've misunderstood Qin Mo. "
"What is it?"
"Qin Mo doesn't just want to be a servant in House Donglin. In other words, House Donglin is only a stepping stone in Qin Mo's eyes."
Lin Dongpeng frowned and quickly understood Qin Yi's thoughts. He chuckled and said with a face full of ridicule, "I really can't tell that Young Hero Qin's ambition is really not ordinary. But what makes you think that I, Lin Dongpeng, would put you in an important position just because you saved my life once? And what makes you think that House Donglin would allow a stranger like you to represent House Donglin in this year's grand competition? "
Qin Yi smiled calmly. "Because after interacting with you, I've realized that you're a smart man, Sir Lin. A smart man knows how to grasp opportunities and make decisions that benefit him. "
Lin Dongpeng's eyes remained impassive. He looked at Qin Yi. "The Five Lin Houses Grand Competition is of great significance to us. So, even if you saved my life, I can't entrust something so important to you. "
"Qin Mo isn't surprised by Sir Lin's words."
Qin Yi chuckled. "I know you're still wary of me, Sir Lin. If I were you, I'd make the same choice. However, there's still some time before the grand competition. I'm sure you'll change your mind before then, Sir Lin. "
Lin Dongpeng smiled and said, "When did I say that I would give you a chance to stay here and prove yourself? As you said, I am indeed on guard against you. You're also a hidden danger in my heart. As for the hidden dangers, the best choice is to eliminate them before they cause any damage! "
Suddenly, Qin Yi felt a piercingly cold murderous aura surging out from Lin Dongpeng's body.
Although people could lie, murderous aura couldn't lie! There was no doubt that Lin Dongpeng wanted to kill Qin Yi now.
Qin Yi's gaze didn't waver. Suddenly, he raised his arm. In the blink of an eye, the Sword of Seven Kills was pointed at Lin Dongpeng's neck.
Qin Yi's voice was as cold as ice, even colder than the sword in his hand. "What a coincidence. Qin Mo and Sir Lin seem to have the same habit. However, I prefer to take matters into my own hands. Come to think of it, if I carry your head out, I'll be able to find my way into other families, won't I? "
"Sir!"
The servants outside saw the scene in the room. Their expressions changed drastically as they drew their weapons and aimed them at Qin Yi.
Lin Dongpeng looked outside, his voice extremely calm. "All of you, get out. No one is to make a sound without my permission!"
The servants hesitated for a moment, but in the end, they quietly left and closed the door.
At this moment, Lin Dongpeng turned his gaze to Qin Yi and said, "I never expected that a Rank 2 Dao Palace Realm martial artist like you would actually have such ability. You really surprised me. It seems that I've underestimated you all this time. You're right. With your ability, you won't be rejected anywhere! My Donglin family won't turn away a talent like you either. "
Qin Yi smiled and sheathed his sword in the blink of an eye.
"However …"
Lin Dongpeng changed the subject. "You can stay, but that doesn't mean I'll let you participate in the competition."
Qin Yi's expression was placid. "I'm well aware of that. I've also said that there's still time. I'll make you change your mind."
Lin Dongpeng nodded slightly. "Very well. If that's the case, show me what you've got. The list of participants hasn't been decided yet, so you still have a chance. However, you only have eight days left. If you complete the mission I've given you in these eight days, you'll be able to participate in the competition. "
Qin Yi nodded. "What mission?"
"I'm sure you've already guessed it," Lin Dongpeng said. "The reason I came back in such a hurry last time, even risking my life to take that dangerous path, was because House Donglin is in big trouble."
"I've guessed as much," Qin Yi said. "So, what can I do for you?"
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