life and death stage

Hehe, to be honest, your choice has surprised me.

Duan Tian Lang's mouth curled into a cold smile as he gazed at Lin Feng.

"Your extraordinary talent is why I, Duan Tian Lang, value you. I offered you a bright future, but you refused. You should understand, because of your exceptional talent, others can refuse me, but you should not, because I will not let someone like you live."

"Your refusal has sealed your fate, you will die without a doubt."

As Duan Tian Lang's voice fell, a chilling intent filled the air, sharp auras heading straight for Lin Feng.

Lin Feng remained unfazed, understanding Duan Tian Lang's words. However, some choices must be made, even if they may lead him into an inescapable situation.

"Duan Tian Lang, I won't allow you to harm him."

At this moment, Liu Fei stepped forward, blocking in front of Lin Feng, her gaze cold.

Lin Feng's words just now had also deeply shocked her. She had never expected that Lin Feng, whom she had always regarded as a lecherous scoundrel, would have such a deep sense of loyalty.

Moreover, with Lin Feng's talent, he must not die.

Today, the Yunhai Sect was doomed, so she wanted to leave a glimmer of hope for the Yunhai Sect.

"Feifei, he must die."

Duan Tian Lang's gaze was sharp, insisting.

"I won't allow you to harm him." Liu Fei gritted her teeth, her gaze firm.

"Why do you care so much about him, Feifei? What's your relationship with him?" Duan Han, Duan Tian Lang's son, walked out, coldly staring at Lin Feng. He had recognized Lin Feng from the foot of the mountain that day when Liu Fei had paused because of Lin Feng. It was obvious that Liu Fei knew Lin Feng, but at that time, Liu Fei denied it, saying they were just fellow sect members.

But at this moment, Liu Fei was protecting Lin Feng like this. For a young man with exceptional talent, Duan Han, who had always regarded Liu Fei as his woman, suddenly felt a strange emotion.

"What's my relationship with him? It's none of your business." Liu Fei glared at Duan Han, then looked at the Crimson Blood Iron Riders around her and shouted, "Listen to me, no matter what orders you receive, you are not allowed to touch this man. Otherwise, no matter where you escape to in the future, my father will hunt you down and punish you according to military law."

Upon hearing this, Duan Han's face became even more unsightly.

His voice coldly said, "Feifei, why do you care about him so much? What's your relationship with him?" Duan Han, Duan Tian Lang's son, stepped forward, his gaze fixed on Lin Feng. He had already recognized Lin Feng from the incident at the foot of the mountain, when Liu Fei had paused because of him. Although Liu Fei had denied any connection back then, claiming they were merely fellow sect members, her protective stance now spoke volumes.

"I don't care what my relationship with him is. It's none of your business," Liu Fei retorted, her gaze unwavering. Duan Han's presence only fueled her determination to protect Lin Feng.

Duan Han's expression darkened. "Your woman? How can you be his woman? Lin Feng, do you dare to face me in a duel?"

"Liu Fei, don't." Lin Feng's eyes met Liu Fei's, and though he was grateful for her protection, he couldn't allow her to risk herself for him.

But Liu Fei was resolute. She knew Duan Han's strength surpassed even Wenren Yan's by far. His swordsmanship was formidable, and his sword, immensely powerful.

However, Lin Feng couldn't back down now. "I won't back down."

He stepped forward to stand opposite Duan Han. Despite being around eighteen, Duan Han, with his exceptional talent, couldn't possibly be stronger than Lin Feng, even if he was a few years older.

"Hmph, then come at me." Duan Han sneered, a surging sword intent bursting forth, seemingly materializing out of thin air. This sword intent, though stronger than Lin Feng's, lacked the control that Lin Feng possessed over his own sword intent.

Lin Feng's expression hardened. Gripping his long sword, he unleashed a fierce sword intent.

"Hmph, a swordsman doesn't always need a sword. Watch closely." With a flick of his finger, Duan Han merged the vital energy of heaven and earth with the spatial sword intent, forming a sword of vital energy in the air. It swirled with sword energy, ready to strike.

The onlookers trembled. A sword of vital energy? How was this possible? Duan Han must have mastered a formidable sword technique.

"Sword!" Duan Han bellowed, the sword of vital energy in his hand emitting an incredibly intense sword aura.

The sword descended from the sky, its sword energy converging into a giant sword, aiming to strike down Lin Feng.

Lin Feng could have dodged, but that would have been meaningless. If he didn't stand up and face this challenge, what was the point of his earlier stance on righteousness?

Compared to him, Duan Han was truly a swordsman, a master of the sword. Lin Feng had to admit this, even though those he had seen before who used swords couldn't be called swordsmen, even if they possessed sword martial spirits.

"Sword of Death." Seeing the invisible sword descending, Lin Feng swung his long sword, releasing a dazzling light. The endless killing intent blossomed on the platform, but under the onslaught of the descending sword, the Sword of Death dissipated, unable to condense its sword aura.

"So tyrannical." Lin Feng's pupils shrank. The giant sword had descended onto his long sword, and he felt a surge of pressure that made him grunt.

Moreover, the endless sword energy on the giant sword directly surged towards Lin Feng's body.

"Pfft!" His body trembled lightly, and a trace of blood seeped from the corner of his mouth, vivid and bright. His clothes were riddled with holes.

But Liu Fei, not far from Lin Feng, was untouched. Seeing Lin Feng injured, she immediately stepped forward to support him.

"I'm fine." Lin Feng shook his head lightly. The single sword had condensed all the sword energy, incredibly powerful. Although he had been thoroughly defeated in this battle, he had gained much insight.

"So powerful. He's about the same age as Wenren Yan, but much stronger. Another genius in sword cultivation."

The crowd trembled inwardly. Sword cultivation was indeed formidable, with such powerful attack capabilities.

"See, you couldn't even block one of my swords. What do you have to compare with me? In terms of strength, you are far behind," Duan Han said coldly, looking at Lin Feng with indifference.

"Even if you have all this now, it's because of your family's cultivation. You were born into the royal family, never lacking in renowned teachers and training resources. But what does Lin Feng have? And your so-called power was also bestowed by your family due to your status, not something you earned through your own strength and effort. What does that count for?"

"Feifei, regardless of how I obtained my strength and power, they are mine now. I am who I am, and these are all mine. Lin Feng, you don't even have the qualifications to compare yourself with me," Duan Han said, disagreeing with Liu Fei's words.

"Even if everything is yours, so what? Don't forget, you are older than Lin Feng. With his talent, give him two years, and won't he surpass you? Is it not shameless to compare yourself to him in this way?" Liu Fei's words were firm, earning silent agreement from the crowd.

Indeed, both Duan Han and Liu Fei had valid points.

Duan Han's current strength and power were due to his family's upbringing and his royal status, not something he had earned through his own strength and effort. Lin Feng, on the other hand, had achieved what he had through his own efforts. If their positions were reversed, Lin Feng would definitely be much stronger than Duan Han. Moreover, Lin Feng was still young, two years of progress would be enough to surpass Duan Han. Lin Feng's talent was also stronger than Duan Han's.

"No matter how you put it, strength is strength, weakness is weakness. And today, he must die."

"Enough, why argue over an outsider? Feifei, you will eventually become part of my Duan family. Come to my side now."

Duan Tian Lang interrupted their conversation, his tone unquestionable. It was as if his words would inevitably become reality, and Liu Fei would become a member of his Duan family.

"You're dreaming. I, Liu Fei, will never become a member of the Duan family."

"Hmph, saying that in front of me is one thing, but if it gets out, you'll be branded a traitor. Don't forget, the Duan family is part of the royal family."

With a wave of his sleeve, Duan Tian Lang's tone was cold. The Crimson Blood Iron Riders once again took out their bows and arrows, aiming at the Wind and Cloud Gorge, particularly the life and death platform area.