Xi Ruyue narrowed her eyes slightly, a faint smile appearing on her lips. Her gaze held a hint of contempt and mockery as she stared at Qin Feng and said, "I'm really curious, where do you get the confidence to speak so arrogantly in front of me!"

"Is it simply because of your insignificant peak Ancestral Emperor Realm cultivation?"

Qin Feng chuckled softly after hearing this, his tone tinged with a hint of teasing. "Haha, aren't you just a mere peak Ancestral Emperor Realm cultivator?"

Xi Ruyue's face instantly darkened, and the smile that had been on her face disappeared, replaced by a solemn and wary expression.

She was secretly surprised. She had clearly used the most advanced concealment techniques. Logically speaking, apart from those whose strength far surpassed hers, no one else should be able to see through her true cultivation level so easily.

However, the fact that this man named Qin Feng could so easily perceive her true cultivation level made her look at him with new respect.

From this point alone, she clearly realized that Qin Feng in front of her was no ordinary person.

However, despite Qin Feng's display of strength, Xi Ruyue remained convinced that as long as they were at the same level, she had absolutely no need to fear him.

So she snorted coldly and said arrogantly, "Hmph, so what if we're at the same level? Don't forget, even among those at the same level, there are still differences in strength!"

Xi Ruyue's face was full of confidence as she continued, "I have mastered ten supreme laws of power. With just a little effort, I can easily defeat you."

"If you're feeling wise, leave Xiao Lin here, and then disappear from my sight immediately!"

Xi Ruyue paused, a hint of murderous intent flashing across her face, and coldly added, "Otherwise, by this time next year, it will probably be your death anniversary!"

Qin Feng's lips curled up slightly, revealing a disdainful smile, his tone full of sarcasm: "Ten supreme laws of power? Is that so impressive?"

"Unfortunately, you are still no match for me."

As he finished speaking, his aura suddenly exploded, like a dazzling star, radiating light that was impossible to look directly at.

This powerful aura instantly swept across the entire Lingtian Immortal Sect, as if it were about to devour everything.

Xi Ruyue was startled when she sensed the powerful aura emanating from Qin Feng.

She stared wide-eyed at Qin Feng in disbelief, a look of astonishment on her face.

Only at this moment did she truly realize that she had underestimated Qin Feng. Just by the aura Qin Feng was currently exuding, she could tell that his strength was definitely no weaker than hers.

Xi Ruyue took a deep breath, stared coldly at Qin Feng, and said in a detached tone, "Since you are determined to die, then I will grant your wish!"

She paused, then continued, "But before you make a move, you'd better get Xiao Lin out of here, so he won't be caught in the crossfire of our battle."

Upon hearing Xi Ruyue's words, Qin Feng was slightly taken aback, feeling somewhat surprised.

Judging from this statement alone, Xi Ruyue seems to genuinely care about Xiao Lin.

However, even so, he would never leave Xiao Lin here.

Immediately afterwards, Qin Feng swiftly retrieved a spatial treasure from his storage ring and released the Frost Beast from within.

This ice beast possesses the formidable strength of the early stage of the Primordial Saint Emperor realm, and is fully capable of protecting Xiao Lin, ensuring that Xiao Lin will not suffer any harm during his and Xi Ruyue's upcoming fierce battle.

"Xiao Lin, get on the back of the Frost Beast. It can protect you!" Qin Feng turned around and said gently to Xiao Lin.

Xiao Lin looked up at Qin Feng, her lips moving slightly as if she wanted to say something, but in the end she swallowed her words back.

Despite his young age, Xiao Lin is actually a very sensible child.

He and Xi Ruyue were master and disciple, and Xi Ruyue treated him like her own son.

He was by no means the kind of person who was ungrateful or failed to repay kindness, and naturally he would not want to see Xi Ruyue and Qin Feng clash.

At this moment, Xi Ruyue was staring intently at the ice beast in front of her, her face so gloomy it looked as if it could drip water.

She knew very well that this ice beast was far stronger than herself.

She never dreamed that Qin Feng would possess such a powerful mount.

Who exactly is he?

Xi Ruyue turned to look at Qin Feng with suspicion, her eyes revealing deep apprehension.

Seeing that Xiao Lin remained motionless, Qin Feng frowned slightly, a hint of doubt and worry in his eyes.

He knew perfectly well that, based on his understanding of Xiao Lin, the child must have something on his mind.

So Qin Feng asked softly, "Xiao Lin, is there something you want to say to me?"

After a moment of silence, Xiao Lin finally raised her head, looking at Qin Feng with a firm gaze and a complex emotion in her eyes.

Qin Feng saw the struggle and contradiction in Xiao Lin's heart, but he was in no hurry to ask. Instead, he patiently waited for Xiao Lin to speak.

Finally, Xiao Lin took a deep breath and slowly said, "Dad, I...I don't want you to fight with Master."

Hearing this, Qin Feng fell into deep thought. He understood what Xiao Lin was thinking, but judging from Xi Ruyue's cold and resolute expression, it would be difficult to take Xiao Lin away smoothly without taking some tough measures.

Qin Feng sighed, gently stroking Xiao Lin's hair, and said softly, "Xiao Lin, Dad understands your thoughts, but if we don't teach her a lesson, how can she easily let us leave?"

Xiao Lin bit her lip, looked up at Qin Feng, and a hint of stubbornness flashed in her eyes.

"But she is, after all, my master, and you are my father. I don't want to see you hurt each other."

Qin Feng shook his head helplessly and sighed, "I don't want to fight her either!"

"How about this, why don't you try to persuade her?"

Xiao Lin was slightly taken aback, then nodded and replied, "Yes!"

Then, he turned his head, looked at Xi Ruyue with a firm gaze, and said earnestly, "Master, I want to leave this place with my father. Please don't stop us anymore."

"Although I have only spent two short months with you, I already consider you my family."

"I really don't want to see you and my dad hurting each other, please!"

Xiao Lin's voice was full of sincerity and longing, which moved people deeply.

Xi Ruyue listened quietly to Xiao Lin's words, her eyes flashing with a complex light.

Looking at the adorable yet stubborn child before her, a ripple of emotion stirred within her.

After a moment's hesitation, Xi Ruyue sighed helplessly. "Little Lin, I still can't let you leave!"