The Peerless Emperor (TPE)

"If I were Zhang Lian, I'd attack your left side directly. How would you defend against that? You had no choice but to block that killing move," Zhang Qi's face, flushed with intensity, shouted at Zhang Zide.

At this moment, Zhang Qi seemed to have forgotten Zhang Zide's status, focusing only on winning the argument.

"Oh, really? After launching that killing move, my initial force was strong, but the follow-up was weak. Even if you attacked my left side, what difference would it make? Just my protective soul power would be enough to block it. And after three breaths, I'd counterattack, making you pay dearly," Zhang Zide retorted fiercely, fully immersed in the debate.

While the two argued, they continued to watch the match, constantly debating and adapting their strategies based on the changing situation.

They even used soul power to condense water into small, palm-sized figures, simulating the scenarios they described to see who was right.

After the match ended, Zhang Zide and Zhang Qi's debate finally reached a conclusion.

The winner surprised everyone except Lin Qian.

The victor was not Zhang Zide, as most had expected, but Zhang Qi.

Despite winning, Zhang Qi showed no sign of pride because he knew that his victory was due entirely to the time he spent training with Lin Qian. Lin Qian's extensive combat experience and unconventional fighting style had significantly benefited Zhang Qi, improving his abilities.

In this debate about combat experience, Zhang Qi's victory over Zhang Zide was not surprising.

"Well done! This is the correct way to watch a match. You all understood very quickly," Lin Qian said with a smile as he observed the two of them. "In essence, you've already had a match of your own through words, haven't you?"

Hearing Lin Qian's words, Zhang Qi and Zhang Zide exchanged glances, suddenly realizing the truth.

Not only did they understand, but Li Yunfeng and Zhang Wenxuan also fully grasped the concept Lin Qian had been trying to convey. Indeed, by immersing themselves in the battle and debating it, it was as if they had fought a match themselves.

Both Zhang Qi and Zhang Zide deeply felt the benefits of their debate.

For the rest of the matches, everyone watched intently and engaged in debates with Lin Qian.

However, after just a few exchanges, Lin Qian would often leave them speechless, forcing them to start over.

After several attempts, Zhang Zide, Li Yunfeng, and Zhang Wenxuan realized that Lin Qian's combat experience was far beyond their own. Debating with him provided no real progress, so they decided to debate among themselves instead.

As they took turns debating different scenarios from the ongoing matches, Lin Qian quietly watched and listened.

When their arguments reached a stalemate, Lin Qian would step in and provide insights that left both sides speechless. He then encouraged them to think of new approaches before continuing their debates.

By dusk, the day's matches had come to an end.

Although they hadn't spent the day cultivating, they felt they had gained a great deal.

Even though their soul power and physical strength hadn't increased, they were confident that their combat abilities had improved, albeit subtly.

Such improvement in a single day was astonishing at their level.

As they expressed their admiration for Lin Qian, he smiled, saying, "Correct learning and training methods are the key to faster progress. My advice was, of course, spot-on."

Afterward, they bid each other farewell and returned to their respective residences.

When Lin Qian returned to the Eastern Branch Clan's residence, he had barely settled in when there was a knock on the door.

Opening the door, he found Zhang Nianxin standing outside.

"Clan Leader Zhang, is there something you need?" Lin Qian asked. He knew that Zhang Nianxin wouldn't disturb him unless it was important, especially after he had just returned to focus on his training.

Zhang Nianxin had a strange expression on his face as he said, "Lin, you should know about the Northern Branch Clan's human ally, Yunhai Sect."

"Yes, I know. What's going on?"

"Well, the deputy sect master of Yunhai Sect has come to visit you. I wasn't sure what your intentions were, so I had him wait outside the residence," Zhang Nianxin explained.

Hearing this, Lin Qian was a bit surprised. "You didn't let him in?"

"Given that he has a grudge against you, why would I treat him kindly? Of course, I made him wait outside," Zhang Nianxin replied matter-of-factly.

Lin Qian chuckled and said with a hint of mockery, "That guy must have seen how close I am with Zhang Zide and Li Yunfeng and is probably worried I'll seek revenge. He's likely here to make peace or beg for mercy, fearing for his life."

Zhang Nianxin nodded silently. When he saw Wu Chunshan arrive, he had already guessed that this was the reason for the visit.

"Yunhai Sect is just a subordinate sect of the Carefree Sect. Senior Zhou Yi'an holds you in high regard, and Li Yunfeng treats you as a brother. Wu Chunshan is nothing in comparison," Zhang Nianxin said.

Lin Qian nodded, realizing that the once-troublesome Yunhai Sect no longer posed any threat to him.

However, Lin Qian found himself lost in thought for a moment. Zhang Nianxin waited quietly for him to speak again.

"As they say, 'an eye for an eye leaves the whole world blind.' Although he harmed my master in the past, it was a matter of youthful impulsiveness, driven by hot-blooded recklessness."

"Someone once said that it's better to be kind and not get trapped in cycles of revenge. Besides, my master isn't dead, so this grudge hasn't turned into an irreconcilable hatred. Sometimes, giving someone else a chance is also giving yourself a chance."

Lin Qian's words were sincere and thoughtful, leaving Zhang Nianxin nodding in agreement. It felt as if his spirit had been elevated by the wisdom Lin Qian imparted.

"Indeed, it's better to make peace than to escalate conflict. Sometimes, stepping back reveals a sea and sky of endless possibilities," Lin Qian concluded with a deep sigh, looking at Zhang Nianxin.

"But... I've still decided to kill Wu Chunshan!"

"Pfft!" As Lin Qian finished his sentence, Zhang Nianxin couldn't help but spit out a mouthful of black ink, splashing it all over the person in front of him.

It wasn't Zhang Nianxin's fault for reacting so strongly. Lin Qian's words had taken such a sudden turn that he couldn't keep up with his train of thought.

Just moments ago, Lin Qian was talking about boundless possibilities, only to declare his intent to kill Wu Chunshan in the very next breath!