Chapter 510: Lin Qing Turns Green with Rage

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The Three Holy Lands Joint Trial.

In front of the small Martial Refinement Ruins, three protagonists with shining halos had gathered.

Yet, at this moment, the three protagonists had no direct conflicts of interest:

– Tang Xiaochuan wanted to shine in the trial, gaining greater influence within Qing Yun Holy Land to pave the way for reviving his beloved.
– Li Yuan had a simpler goal—he just wanted to enter a peculiar secret chamber with his martial aunt.
– Lin Qing sought to make a grand announcement of his return before the members of the Three Holy Lands, and, incidentally, shock his “fiancée” Qian Wanyi.

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Lin Qing’s dramatic entrance was undeniably successful.

Before the trial was announced, the higher-ups of the Holy Lands gathered for casual conversation. Calm and composed, Lin Qing, flanked by Qing Yun Holy Land elders, made his entrance.

“Long time no see.”

He greeted the crowd with a casual tone.

As murmurs of surprise spread among the onlookers, the elders beside him solemnly introduced him—

This was Lin Qing, the Qing Yun Holy Son who had disappeared over twenty years ago!

Now returned as a legend, he had ascended to become the new Qing Yun Holy Lord!

The announcement sent shockwaves through the crowd.

Especially among those like Shangguan Yunlan and Zhao Nishang, who had participated in the “search and rescue mission” back then.

Seeing someone who had been presumed dead for over two decades suddenly reappear was nothing short of extraordinary.

“Twenty years… not a single trace in the entire ancient martial world…”

“Where on earth did he go…”

This was the question on everyone’s mind.

However, aside from Lin Qing himself and Wang Haoran, no one knew the answer.

Not even the Qing Yun Holy Land elders.

The elders’ unwavering support for Lin Qing stemmed solely from the old Holy Lord’s instructions—

“Lin Qing, my disciple, will lead Qing Yun Holy Land to unprecedented heights!”

Thus, despite his recent return, Lin Qing’s position as Holy Lord was secure.

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Now.

Amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd, Lin Qing, feeling immensely satisfied, turned his attention to the group from Piao Miao Holy Land—

Shangguan Yunlan, Zhao Nishang, Qian Anning, two unfamiliar but beautiful women.

And his former fiancée, Qian Wanyi.

However, amidst this pleasing assembly of women, one figure was an eyesore.

A detestable man.

Not only was he being hugged by Qian Anning, but he was also standing far too close to Wanyi.

“Is he Anning’s lover…”

Frowning slightly, Lin Qing began to walk over—

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“Wanyi, long time no see.”

Though his true feelings were unknown, Lin Qing’s face bore a gentle smile.

Qian Wanyi: “…Long time no see.”

What the hell? Weren’t you supposed to be dead, your body never found? How are you suddenly popping up now?!

Thank goodness, back then, your master took pity on me for being so “devoted” and personally came to annul our engagement through “forceful” means!

However, seeing Lin Qing’s “friendly” smile, like an old friend.

And knowing that Qing Yun Holy Land’s support for the Tang family’s actions against the Qian family was orchestrated by this man.

Realizing his ill intentions, Qian Wanyi’s expression turned cold.

Noticing this, Lin Qing remained unfazed, his smile unwavering.

“Who would’ve thought, in the blink of an eye, Wanyi, your daughter has grown so much!”

He looked at Qian Anning.

With the “kindness” of an elder gazing at a child—

But Wang Haoran, fully aware of Lin Qing’s true thoughts, could easily see the “hidden meaning” in his gaze!

Thus, Wang Haoran took action.

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After whispering a few words into Qian Anning’s ear, he walked over to Qian Wanyi.

And naturally wrapped his arm around her waist.

“Wanyi, who is this?”

—Qian Wanyi was immediately startled, too shocked to respond!

As she instinctively tried to pull away, Wang Haoran leaned in, his lips almost brushing her ear:

“Heh~ Wanyi, you’d better cooperate. This is for your own good!”

With that, Wang Haoran’s hand, moving at Mythical Realm speed, gave her a light slap on the back.

No one noticed—except for Qian Wanyi, who felt it firsthand.

The all-too-familiar sensation made her face flush instantly.

Seeing Wang Haoran’s serious expression, the words of anger she had prepared turned into a soft “Okay.”

Her body, almost involuntarily, leaned against him.

“He’s… he’s my former fiancé, the previous Qing Yun Holy Son, Lin Qing.”

“But we broke off the engagement a long time ago.”

“Now we’re just acquaintances, nothing more.”

Her tone clearly conveyed, “Don’t misunderstand.”

Although Wang Haoran had meant for her to pretend to be his girlfriend, he was genuinely surprised by how naturally Qian Wanyi adopted the demeanor and attitude of a “little girlfriend.”

To any outsider, they would undoubtedly look like a couple!

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Meanwhile.

Lin Qing’s expression immediately darkened.

He had assumed Wang Haoran was Qian Anning’s lover, but now it seemed he was Qian Wanyi’s paramour!

Then why had Qian Anning been hugging him earlier… could it be!?

The thought that Wang Haoran had already done what he intended to do made Lin Qing’s face grow even gloomier.

Naturally, this scene also left Shangguan Yunlan and Zhao Nishang feeling “unexpected yet perfectly reasonable”—

“Of course, if even we can’t resist Haoran’s charm.”

“Why would Wanyi, a little Grandmaster, be able to?”

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Next.

Seeing Lin Qing forcibly regain his composure, Wang Haoran flashed a bright smile—

You think it’s over?

“Xiaoxiao, come here for a moment!”

Wang Haoran called out to Yun Xiaoxiao, the Qing Yun Holy Maiden, who was standing a bit further away.

Given Lin Qing’s “Many Sons, Many Blessings” nature, Yun Xiaoxiao, as a junior Holy Maiden, was undoubtedly one of his targets!

Hearing Wang Haoran call her name, Yun Xiaoxiao, who had been enjoying the drama, was startled.

Instinctively, she walked over—

“Hmph, Wang Haoran is so mean. If I don’t listen, he’ll definitely torment me later!”

Just like in that cave before, where he had gone too far and made her face hurt!

Grumbling internally as she walked.

“Besides, walking over won’t cost me anything. What am I afraid of!”

With that thought, Yun Xiaoxiao approached, only to have Wang Haoran wrap an arm around her waist as well—

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At this moment, the three of them formed a classic “left embrace, right hug” trio.

Seeing this, as expected.

Lin Qing could no longer maintain his “calm” expression—

You little brat… are you provoking me?!