NOVEL NEXT Chapter 55 - Lin Family’s Transaction Comes to Light
Chapter 55 Lin Family’s Transaction Comes to Light
Chuchu’s voice was filled with unease, “Brother, seeing how anxious Sister Yan left, something big must have happened. Do you think it’s because the matter of us killing Lin Xuyang has been exposed?”
Hearing this, Qin Feng’s expression turned serious.
After a moment, he slightly shook his head, “It’s not that fast. At most, the Lin family would have realized Lin Xuyang has gone missing, but they wouldn’t yet know for sure that he’s dead. They’d need to track us down and then start to piece things together.”
“Even then, the Lin family won’t have any evidence that we were the ones who killed him. I’ve erased all traces, so there’s no need to worry. Sister Yan’s sudden urgency must be due to some other big event.”
Qin Feng calmly analyzed the situation.
Hearing his reasoning, Chuchu let out a sigh of relief. It did make sense. But she still looked worried, “Brother, I’m still scared the Lin family will come after us.”
After all, the Lin family was a powerful clan, and she was just a young girl, with a heart that wasn’t as strong as her brother’s.
“Don’t be scared, little one!” Qin Feng comforted her, “As long as we successfully complete our noble title advancement, the Lin family won’t dare make a move against us unless they have solid evidence. And they’ll never find any evidence.”
Qin Feng’s eyes flickered with a hint of cold disdain.
“Mhm!” Chuchu felt a bit more at ease, “Brother, after we finish eating, let’s head to the city hall and advance our titles together!”
“All right!” Qin Feng petted the little girl’s head affectionately, “After we finish eating, I’ll buy you a top-tier mech, and a new weapon too. You’re good with dual swords now, right?”
“Mhm!” Chuchu nodded enthusiastically.
“Then I’ll get you a pair of high-quality dual swords made from titanium-iridium alloy.”
“Titanium-iridium alloy? That’s super expensive!” Chuchu’s eyes widened.
Weapons made from titanium-iridium alloy could easily pierce the defenses of two-star beasts, far surpassing the strength of titanium-manganese alloy weapons, but they were also much more expensive.
Typically, a titanium-manganese weapon would cost around one to two million Tong coins, but a titanium-iridium weapon would be worth anywhere from ten to twenty million Tong coins.
Higher-end models could go for more than thirty million, a price most ordinary genetic warriors couldn’t afford. In fact, many one-star elementalists used titanium-iridium alloy weapons as substitutes for genuine elemental weapons.
In a way, titanium-iridium weapons were the standard for one-star elementalists.
“Little one, we’re not short on money now. Naturally, you should have the best weapons.”
“Besides, passing the baron advancement exam is crucial for you. Having good equipment to enhance your strength will only help you.”
Qin Feng lovingly pinched the little girl’s adorable cheek.
“Mhm!” Chuchu was beaming with happiness. Her brother had always doted on her like this.
“Let’s eat,” Qin Feng said as he dug into his food, clearly quite hungry.
As he ate, Qin Feng made up his mind. Today, he would buy Chuchu a top-of-the-line mech, titanium-iridium alloy swords, and other complementary gear. His budget for all this would be at least a hundred million Tong coins.
If word got out, many one-star elementalists would probably cry in envy.
For many elementalists from humble backgrounds, scraping together a hundred million Tong coins was difficult enough, let alone spending that kind of money on a genetic warrior.
But with Chuchu’s level 5 genetic warrior abilities, her exceptional combat skills, and the equipment I planned to buy for her, even most early-stage one-star elementalists wouldn’t be her match.
In fact, defeating a mid-stage one-star elementalist wouldn’t be out of reach for her.
If all went well, Chuchu’s title advancement should proceed smoothly this time.
Thinking about this, Qin Feng felt a surge of satisfaction.
“Brother, you should get yourself a new elemental weapon,” Chuchu suggested thoughtfully.
Qin Feng smiled slightly, “I don’t need a low-grade elemental weapon. As for mid-grade ones, they’re only available at auctions, and I can’t afford those yet.”
Mid-grade elemental weapons cost at least ten billion Tong coins.
“However, I do need some fire and wind elemental beast cores. When we’re in the city, I’ll stock up on those.”
“Brother, what do you need the beast cores for?”
“I have my reasons. No need for you to worry. Now, hurry up and finish your meal.”
Qin Feng didn’t want to explain too much. Now that he was a fire-wind elementalist, he could directly absorb fire and wind elemental beast cores to enhance his power.
As long as he had beast cores, his strength would skyrocket like a rocket taking off.
The thought of it made him feel exhilarated.
Besides, he needed to grow stronger.
He had to wipe out the Lin family and eliminate all future threats.
He wasn’t one to wait around for danger to come knocking—he preferred to take the initiative.
“Brother, you’re so strong. Do you think you can beat a two-star elementalist yet?” Chuchu asked curiously as she continued eating.
“Why are you suddenly asking that?”
“I heard from Sister Yan that if your overall strength reaches the level of a two-star, even if you’re not officially a two-star elementalist, you can apply for the viscount title.”
“Is that so?” Qin Feng’s interest was piqued.
Typically, a one-star elementalist could apply for a baron title, and a two-star could apply for the viscount title.
The rank isn’t just about social status; it also comes with various benefits and privileges.
“So, by that logic, if someone’s strength reaches the level of a three-star, regardless of their actual rank, they could apply for the earl title?” Qin Feng asked, intrigued.
“Um… I asked Sister Yan about that. In theory, it’s possible, but the gap between a two-star and a three-star elementalist is huge. I don’t think anyone’s ever heard of a two-star defeating a three-star in history. So earls are definitely all three-star elementalists!” Chuchu said with certainty.
Qin Feng chuckled, but a spark lit up in his eyes.
Three-star elementalists, huh?
There were fewer than fifty of them in Yunyang City, and each held a high position. Even the city lord would give them some respect.
If he could obtain the earl title, he would gain the same status and privileges as a three-star elementalist.
That would make the Lin family even more hesitant to act against him.
However, the combat power required for a three-star elementalist was a whopping 5,000 points, much higher than the 2,000-point threshold for a two-star peak-level elementalist.
Not to mention, once an elementalist broke through to the three-star level, they would awaken a talent skill, which would give them a significant advantage. (This will be explained in more detail later.)
In short, it was extremely difficult for a two-star to challenge a three-star.
Before long, the siblings finished their breakfast.
Chuchu left some food for Liu Yan in the kitchen to keep warm and then went to clean up.
Qin Feng waited in the living room for Liu Yan to return. He was curious about what had happened that made her leave in such a hurry.
After waiting for a few minutes, he got bored and turned on the TV to watch a program.
At that moment, a news report was being broadcast on the screen.
“Breaking news: The Southern Alliance headquarters has confirmed that last night, Ice Moon City suffered a massive beast tide attack. Ice Moon City has sustained heavy losses, but the tide has been repelled by the alliance forces.”
“In the next half month, Yunyang City may experience aftershocks from the beast tide. Relevant departments are advised to reinforce defenses. Those planning to leave the city are reminded to take additional safety precautions.”
A beast tide has broken out!
Qin Feng was surprised.
Could Liu Yan’s urgency be related to this?
“Brother, Ice Moon City is really close to us!” Chuchu said as she finished tidying the kitchen and saw the news.
“Yes, I’m afraid this beast tide will have a significant impact on Yunyang City as well.”
Just as he said that, another news report came on.
“Now, we bring you a public announcement from the Alliance:”
“Suspect: Zhou Changtong; Male; Elemental Rank: Three-star Fire Elementalist; Formerly a First-Class Earl of Ice Moon City.”
“Anyone with information on this individual will receive a 30 million Tong coins reward. A live capture will be rewarded with 1 billion Tong coins…”
A picture of a middle-aged man with a sinister look appeared on the screen.
“1 billion Tong coins… That’s quite the bounty! What did this guy do?” Qin Feng muttered to himself.
“I remember!” Chuchu suddenly exclaimed.
Qin Feng was startled, “Little girl, you’re going to scare me to death shouting like that.”
Chuchu’s face was filled with excitement, “Brother, I remember now! The person who sent that text to Lin Xuyang was named Zhou Changtong!”
“What?!” Qin Feng was shocked as he stared at Zhou Changtong’s picture.
Could Zhou Changtong’s crimes be connected to the Lin family?
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