Nine Heavens Martial Emperor

Lin Hao had been fighting for far too long, and now he was facing off against a War Body. If Lin Jue joined in, he would be fighting two special physiques by himself. The danger was too great.

Like Ling Xiao, Yang Peng also felt the oppressive pressure coming from Lin Jue.

"I’ll fight you!" In a rare act of defiance, Yang Peng tossed Cang Yan’s telepathic message to the back of his mind, wanting to ease the pressure on Lin Hao.

Yang Peng’s cultivation was far inferior to Ling Xiao’s, but he discovered that the pressure from Lin Jue was actually causing his own vital essence blood to stir.

This filled Yang Peng with an impulse to clash with Lin Jue.

Lin Jue glanced at Yang Peng and laughed in fury.

’A mere Fourth Layer of Elemental Realm punk actually wants to challenge me? Is he looking to die?!’

Given Lin Jue’s temperament, he would have normally crushed this guy, but he held back the impulse. His focus was on Lin Hao.

Lin Hao’s life was far more important than that guy’s.

"Lin Hao, since you’re in such a hurry to be reincarnated, this young master will grant you your wish!" Ignoring Yang Peng, Lin Jue spoke to Lin Hao, a cruel smile playing on his lips.

Lin Hao’s brow twitched, but he didn’t answer.

Just then, the sound of CREAKING and GRINDING came from the distance.

Everyone looked toward the source of the sound and saw the previously sealed main gate of the Yujin Saint Institute, halfway up the mountain, slowly opening.

Five figures emerged from the gate.

Even from a great distance, it was clear that it was three men and two women.

"The Saint Institute is now open. All junior brothers and sisters who have received a Token, please present your Token and enter." The person standing in the very center of the group spoke, their unhurried voice carrying far into the distance.

As soon as these words were spoken, several people soared into the air and rushed toward the Yujin Saint Institute.

They were all individuals with high hopes placed upon them by their families or sects. Compared to the fight happening here, entering the Saint Institute was clearly the more tempting option.

However, many others didn’t move, as a good show was about to unfold here.

Lin Hao also glanced at the five people, and his eyes widened slightly in surprise.

His eyesight was astonishing, allowing him to see their features clearly. The five were all young; the men were as handsome as jade, and the women were as beautiful as flowers. All of them were exceptionally outstanding.

Of course, that wasn’t the main point. The important thing was that Lin Hao recognized one of them.

Wenren Yuxin.

One of the two young women was Wenren Yuxin, whom he had met once before.

He hadn’t seen her in several months, and she had grown even more beautiful. The strong wind pressed her dress against her body, revealing long, slender legs and a full chest, making her figure appear exquisite and well-proportioned.

A flash of admiration flickered in Lin Hao’s eyes before he looked away and took a step forward.

In that instant, everyone’s vision blurred, and another person appeared in front of Lin Hao.

Lin Jue.

"What, trying to run? A pity you won’t get the chance," Lin Jue stared at Lin Hao with a mocking smile.

Lin Hao ignored him and instead said to Ling Xiao and Yang Peng, "You two go on ahead."

Seeing they had no intention of leaving, Lin Hao continued, "Remember, my hopes for you lie beyond this Yujin Saint Institute."

"Lin Hao, are you giving your last words? Well, you’re destined for disappointment. After you die, it won’t be long before these two pieces of trash join you. The Heaven-Breaking Pavilion is no place for the dead!" The mockery on Lin Jue’s face deepened.

But it was as if not only Lin Hao, but even Ling Xiao and Yang Peng hadn’t heard his words.

The latter two simply stared at Lin Hao, a strange light flickering in their eyes.

A second later, they both bowed and said in unison, "Yes, Senior Brother."

With that said, they didn’t linger, leaping up and flying toward the gate of the Yujin Saint Institute.

From start to finish, neither of them spared Lin Jue a single glance. He had been utterly and completely ignored.

Lin Jue stopped smiling. Killing intent surged in his eyes.

At the same time, a terrifying aura rose from his body.

He was going to tear Lin Hao to shreds!

But just then, a voice as crisp and clear as pearls scattering on a jade plate rang out, "By order of the Dean, private duels are forbidden in front of the Saint Institute. If you wish to fight, wait until you have entered the trial grounds."

Hearing this voice, Lin Jue’s body stiffened. He spun around abruptly to face the gate of the Yujin Saint Institute. "The Dean would never issue such an order! Wenren Yuxin, I will kill Lin Hao here today with my own hands!"

"Lin Jue, what Junior Sister Wenren said is indeed the Dean’s verbal command! You’re getting more and more insolent! Hand over your Token! If you want to enter the Saint Institute, you’ll have to pass the trials on your own merit!" The young woman standing beside Wenren Yuxin berated Lin Jue, her face full of displeasure.

After a moment of shock, a look of delight appeared on Lin Jue’s face.

Then, Lin Jue took out a Token and threw it directly toward the gate of the Yujin Saint Institute, saying, "If I, Lin Jue, was worthy of being granted this Token, why would I fear some paltry trial? You can have the Token back."

Lin Hao glanced at the young woman who had berated Lin Jue and gave a cold smile.

’Clearly, that young woman is also from the Lin family. The only reason she took Lin Jue’s Token was to give him an excuse to kill me in the trial grounds.’

Just then, Wenren Yuxin’s voice sounded in Lin Hao’s ear, "Lin Hao, I’m sorry, I..."

Wenren Yuxin paused, then changed the subject. "You need to be careful of that Lin Jue. His physique is terrifying. If I’m not mistaken, he possesses the Barbaric War Body, a one-in-ten-thousand type of War Body!"

After sending this message, Wenren Yuxin fell silent.

Lin Hao’s pupils contracted sharply.

’The Barbaric War Body... a legendary physique.’ This type of body granted its owner Innate Divine Strength and was extremely rare.

They were born and raised in the barbaric wilds, constantly fighting Devil Beasts and subsisting on wild fruits. Unlike ordinary War Bodies, those with the Barbaric War Body even had Yellow blood.

Lin Jue’s build was no different from his own, and he didn’t have the slightest hint of a barbaric aura. For him to have the Barbaric War Body was completely unexpected.

Compared to Lin Jue, Lin Zhan’s physique seemed much more like a Barbaric War Body.

However, Lin Hao didn’t doubt Wenren Yuxin’s words in the slightest. She had no reason to deceive him.

"Lin Zhan, let’s go. Time to prepare for the Saint Institute’s trials." After a final glance at Lin Hao, Lin Jue called out to the big guy, Lin Zhan, and also headed for the Saint Institute’s gate.

Seeing that there would be no fight, the Martial Artists who had come for the trials all surged toward the Yujin Saint Institute.

The four roads leading to the Yujin Saint Institute were packed with people, forming a vast, dark mass from a distance—a spectacular sight.

This time, the Yujin Saint Institute was just a stepping stone. The true destination was the Heaven-Breaking Pavilion, and the entire younger generation of Martial Artists from across the empire had turned out.

Including the elders from the great families and sects who had come to see them off, the crowd numbered in the tens of thousands!

Lin Hao didn’t use a Body Technique, choosing instead to walk.

The normally crowded path became surprisingly spacious around Lin Hao.

Lin Hao had Cang Yan as a backer, but he had also offended the Lin family. For one reason or another, ordinary Martial Artists didn’t dare get close to him.

Lin Hao was happy with this arrangement, regulating his breathing as he walked forward.

’The coming Saint Institute trials will definitely be a brutal fight.’

The Lin family, the Hu family, and even the royal family would send people to intercept and kill him.

This opportunity was too good for them to pass up.

"Hehe, Brother, what a coincidence." A voice suddenly sounded beside Lin Hao, and a little fatty appeared at his side.

His chubby face was wreathed in a harmless-looking smile.

It was Wenren Feiming.

"Aren’t you afraid of bringing a fatal disaster upon yourself?" Lin Hao asked, looking at him with a half-smile.

Lin Hao had a decent impression of this little fatty.

"I’m so charming everyone loves me, so handsome even the flowers bloom for me. How could I possibly attract a fatal disaster?" the little fatty boasted.

Lin Hao chuckled, not dwelling on the topic. Instead, he asked, "Those people up there, what are their backgrounds?"

Wenren Feiming naturally knew who Lin Hao was referring to. He answered with a grin, "Hehe, you’ve asked the right person. I know their backgrounds like the back of my hand."

"You already know my cousin, so I won’t mention her. But guess who the woman next to her is?"

Lin Hao’s eyes narrowed slightly. "Lin Xinran."

"Correct. That’s Lin Xinran, Lin Wu’s fiancée. Although she’s one of the four great beauties of the capital, Lin Wu actually looks down on her. But the leaders of the Lin family are very shrewd. They saw Lin Wu’s potential early on and arranged this marriage long ago."

At this point, Wenren Feiming suddenly lowered his voice and said with a sleazy expression, "Even though she’s engaged to Lin Wu, he won’t even touch her finger. Brother, since Lin Wu treated you like that, you could give him a taste of his own medicine and take Lin Xinran for yourself..."

But just then, Wenren Feiming sensed a change in Lin Hao’s aura and quickly corrected himself, "Brother, don’t get me wrong! Of course, she’s not worthy of you. But she might be passable as a handmaiden."

"You little rascal. You’re not old, but you’re already full of wicked ideas," Lin Hao chided with a laugh. Then, the corner of his mouth lifted into a devilish grin. "But I like it."

Lin Hao stopped walking, a strange light in his eyes as he stared at Lin Xinran.

Lin Hao hadn’t paid attention to her appearance before, but looking now, he saw that Lin Xinran wore a long green dress. Her body was slender, her chest was full, and her features were exquisite. She was indeed very beautiful.

That Lin Xinran’s Spiritual Sense was very powerful. The moment Lin Hao’s gaze fell on her, she immediately noticed. She was about to get angry upon seeing him, but when her eyes met his, her heart couldn’t help but tremble.

Lin Hao’s current aura was terrifying and wicked, making her heart palpitate with fear.

However, Lin Hao only glanced at her for a moment before looking away.

Wenren Feiming continued, "The other three are from the Chen family, the Hu family, and the imperial royal family, respectively. The one standing in the middle is a Prince. You need to be careful of that guy."

Lin Hao had no interest in this. This place was merely a stepping stone.

"How many people from your four great families have entered the Saint Institute?" Compared to some Prince, Lin Hao was more concerned about this question.

"A lot. Didn’t you notice? Not a single disciple from the five great divine sects has appeared. The true geniuses of the four great families, like the disciples of the divine sects, entered the Saint Institute long ago and won’t show themselves publicly," Wenren Feiming said with a grave expression.

This outcome was within Lin Hao’s expectations.

The four great families had thousands of branches scattered throughout the empire. Even at a ratio of one in a hundred, they would still have a considerable number of genius disciples.

After these disciples arrived at the main family, they would definitely be cultivated as top priorities, and they would absolutely not miss the chance to enter the Heaven-Breaking Pavilion.

"Brother, you must be careful. For this trial, the Lin family, the Hu family, and the royal family have all arranged for disciples to kill you. The Saint Institute’s trials are extremely dangerous, and according to the rules, anything goes inside. If you fall during the trial, even Senior Cang Yan won’t be able to say a word," Wenren Feiming warned.