Ling Yuwei's explanation made Qin Feng understand that this Ling family competition was indeed a major event for the Ling family, and it was no wonder that they attached so much importance to it.
Ling Hao added, "This is also very important for us Ling family members, as it relates to how much resources we will receive in the coming year."
Ling Yuwei nodded, and said with a sigh:
"For Xiaohao and me, there is another point, which is that my father, Ling Yunfei, is the head of the family."
"If we perform poorly, people will gossip and question my father's abilities, saying he can't even teach his own children, let alone lead the family."
Qin Feng frowned upon hearing this, recalling the argument they overheard at the palace gate when they went to see Ling Yunfei. It was Ling Hao's uncle who had persuaded Ling Yunfei to agree to some kind of cooperation with the Burning Heaven Sect.
It seems there is definitely not peace within the Ling family.
Qin Feng didn't inquire about the Ling family's internal affairs, but reassured the siblings, "You have almost twenty days left, so work hard."
Ling Hao is now very confident, "Brother Feng, it will definitely happen."
Ling Yuwei's eyes were also full of determination, "Yes, it will definitely happen."
Days passed by one after another.
Qin Feng basically continued in the same way as before, meditating to regulate his breathing and recovering, occasionally taking a stroll in the courtyard.
When he saw Ling Hao, he took the opportunity to give him some pointers.
Ling Yuwei has been frequently visiting this place lately, and Qin Feng has been giving her advice whenever he sees her.
Time flew by, and soon it was time for the Ling family's grand competition.
The side effects of the Silver Moon Judgment were fading rapidly, and at this time, Qin Feng's cultivation level had recovered to the early stage of the Golden Core realm.
His soul has recovered to the early stage of the Nascent Soul realm, and with the help of the Heaven-Stabilizing Pearl, he can exert the strength of the early Nascent Soul realm.
Xiao Tian still hasn't woken up, but Qin Feng has a feeling that Xiao Tian is not far from waking up.
Early in the morning, Ling Hao knocked on Qin Feng's door.
Qin Feng opened the door and saw a somewhat excited Ling Hao.
"Brother Feng, today is the day of the Ling family's internal competition, let's go there early."
Qin Feng still asked, "Is it convenient for me to come over? Will it cause you any problems?"
Ling Hao shook his head. "No, there will be quite a few people coming today. Most of them are here to refine weapons, and some will be itching to spar with us. It's no problem."
Qin Feng nodded and followed Ling Hao to a large square.
He thought that since they arrived so early, there probably wouldn't be many people there, but he was surprised to find that the square was already quite crowded.
The venue has been set up, with guest seats, spiritual fruits and delicacies, and a competition arena—everything you could need.
What caught Qin Feng's attention most was that there was also an array to draw in the earth fire, and many refining furnaces were placed there, which were specially prepared for refining weapons.
When Ling Yuwei saw them, she smiled and waved to them.
Ling Hao took Qin Feng with him.
Ling Yuwei greeted Qin Feng, "We meet again."
Qin Feng nodded in acknowledgment, "Good morning, you're here so early too."
Ling Yuwei shook her head. "It's getting late. We, the members of the Ling family, need to gather as soon as possible. People from various major forces will be arriving soon."
They stood there for a while, watching more and more members of the Ling family arrive one after another.
One of them was Ling Mu, who was at odds with Ling Hao.
Ling Hao snorted coldly when he saw Ling Mu.
Ling Mu also noticed Ling Hao, and with a playful look in his eyes, he deliberately walked over.
"Hey, cousin Ling Hao, you seem to be in a good mood today. You look refreshed and very confident."
Ling Hao raised his head, full of confidence, "Of course."
Ling Mu shook his head dismissively and sighed:
"You're still as naive as ever, always thinking you'll win, only to be beaten down by me in front of everyone every time."
I said, "Aren't you ashamed at all? I really don't know where you got the courage this time."
Ling Hao was furious at what Ling Mu said, but what the other party said was true, which made him very indignant.
"Hmph, Ling Mu, just you wait, this time I will definitely beat you to a pulp."
Seeing that Ling Hao was angered by the other party, Qin Feng patted him on the shoulder, signaling him to calm down.
Ling Mu saw Qin Feng's actions and began to look him over, feeling that he looked somewhat familiar but unable to place him.
However, he felt that those who could follow Ling Hao around couldn't be anyone particularly capable.
He joked, "Is this your new friend? Did he give you the courage?"
Ling Hao was initially quite angry, but upon hearing Ling Mu's words, he paused, then nodded in surprise, "That's right, how did you know?"
Ling Mu was taken aback when he heard this, then pointed at Ling Hao and burst into laughter.
"Haha, Ling Hao, you're really pathetic. I think I've knocked your brains out."
"Expecting someone who relies on an outsider to beat me, especially someone about our age, is laughable. Are you sure you're not kidding me?"
Ling Mu spoke very loudly, and everyone around him could hear him; he did it on purpose.
The Ling family members were generally aware that Ling Hao and Ling Mu were at odds, and their grudges ran deep.
Moreover, they all knew that Ling Hao had never been a match for Ling Mu, and was always outmatched in every competition. Now, he was being ridiculed in public again.
Some people began to feel sorry for Ling Hao, while others looked at him with sympathy.
Ling Mu looked at Ling Hao with a mocking expression. Knowing Ling Hao's temperament, he knew Ling Hao would definitely fly into a rage and start cursing. He loved seeing Ling Hao unable to beat him, unable to argue with him, and unable to do anything about him.
Unfortunately, he was disappointed this time.
Ling Hao wasn't angry; instead, he nodded very seriously. "I'm not joking. It's because of him that I can beat you."
The other members of the Ling family looked at Ling Hao with great surprise, not understanding why he would answer like that.
Ling Mu looked surprised, not expecting Ling Hao to say such a thing. He immediately burst into laughter and shook his head speechlessly.
"Hey, cousin Ling Hao, you're so adorably naive. I'm almost reluctant to beat you up during the competition later."
Ling Mu's words were truly disgusting. Ling Hao was so angry that he was about to retort, but Qin Feng stopped him with a telepathic message.
"Ling Hao, why bother talking so much to this kind of person? Beating him down in the ring is more useful than saying a thousand words to him."
Ling Hao immediately felt less angry and looked at Ling Mu with amusement.
Ling Mu felt uncomfortable being looked at like that, and added arrogantly, "Hmph, cousin Ling Hao, if you can beat me in a real fight in this competition, I, Ling Mu, will call you brother from now on."
Ling Hao's eyes immediately lit up. This was a good idea. "Really? You're not going to back out, are you?"
Ling Mu scoffed, "Tch, I, Ling Mu, keep my word. So many clansmen heard this, how could I go back on my word?"
Ling Hao was overjoyed. Under Qin Feng's guidance, his strength had greatly increased. Although he hadn't grasped the sword intent, he had still undergone a complete transformation.
This was exactly what he wanted to hear, so he asked as a precaution, "What if I lose?"
Ling Mu's eyes were full of disdain. "Hmph, then you can call me brother too."
Ling Hao clapped his hands. "Okay, it's settled then."
Ling Yuwei looked at Ling Mu with some strangeness; he was digging a hole for himself.
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