Top Grade Immortal Emperor in the Flower City

Wang Tao was utterly dumbstruck, this time he had made a complete fool of himself.

In the past, he had exerted tremendous effort to establish a good image in front of Elder Lin and the teachers.

But now, Ye Ling had dismantled everything, and Wang Tao's current self must seem far less impressive in their eyes.

Wang Tao was clever; no matter how much he managed to ingratiate himself with Lin Yuqing's father, causing trouble for his daughter's friend during his own father's birthday banquet was never going to leave a good impression—even if the painting had indeed been fake.

"Young friend, you still have much to learn. I think your knowledge is not yet solid," Elder Lin said gravely, pointing his finger at Wang Tao.

Wang Tao was almost in tears, hastily agreeing; it was no joke, he dared not refute Elder Lin's words for fear of being devoured by the crowd present.

"Ye Ling, right? This painting is quite valuable, and as I have no kinship with you, I really can't accept this," Elder Lin said, turning to Ye Ling with a smile.

Ye Ling, however, spoke with a stern face, "Elder, you are the person I respect the most. Besides, I am Yu Qing's friend, so it is not excessive to address you as grandfather. It's not about the value when a junior gives a gift to an elder, but about the sentiment."

Upon these words, Elder Lin laughed even louder, tapping Ye Ling with a finger before taking his seat in the place of honor.

The banquet then began, and on this day, Ye Ling stole the show, trampling Wang Tao beneath his feet—though Wang Tao had only himself to blame for looking for trouble.

Lin Yuqing was beyond excited, sitting next to Ye Ling and chatting with him animatedly.

After the meal, Ye Ling bid farewell to Elder Lin as well as Lin Yuqing's parents, then Lin Wei and Lin Yuqing escorted him to the Lin Family's gate. However, as soon as he stepped outside, Ye Ling saw Wang Tao.

Wang Tao's face was a picture of despair, and when he saw Ye Ling exit the gate, a fierce light suddenly filled his eyes.

Ye Ling glimpsed this and sneered coldly. Since you are not giving up, I will make sure you are utterly ruined.

His fingers moved deftly as a wisp of spiritual energy danced between them. Even though Ye Ling was only in the Houtian Middle Stage, his mind was filled with various methods. Although he couldn't unleash their full power yet, he could still cause considerable trouble for Wang Tao at that moment.

The Crushing Heart Curse, a common divine skill from the Immortal Realm capable of clouding a person's mind and forcing them to reveal their innermost secrets.

Yet, Ye Ling's cultivation was not sufficient to use it; he would have to be at least at the Foundation Establishment Stage. But as it happened, fate was on Ye Ling's side.

Wang Tao was already unsteady of spirit, to the point where it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say he was plagued by a heart demon. Under normal circumstances, a mere wisp of spiritual energy carrying the Crushing Heart Curse wouldn't overwhelm him.

But Wang Tao's heart at that moment was as fragile as a piece of torn paper.

Whoosh, the spiritual energy flew directly into Wang Tao's body. The next moment, the already distraught Wang Tao let out a heaven-shaking roar, his face twisting grotesquely.

Lin Wei, who had escorted Ye Ling out, was startled and exclaimed, "Has this guy gone mad? What is he yelling about?"

"Could it be that he's been driven insane by anger?" Lin Yuqing murmured as well.

"I think he's got something to say," Ye Ling said with a secret smile—naturally, since he was the one who had orchestrated the situation.

After his furious roar, Wang Tao hammered his chest and cried out, "I can't accept this! I put so much effort into gaining Elder Lin and the teachers' admiration!"

"For what purpose! Isn't it all for my future prospects!"

"And then there's Lin Yuqing; I'll have her one day. Once I have her, I'll have the full support of the Lin Family!"

"At that time, I'll blast my way up to success, and all will look upon me with new eyes, even if they say I'm living off a woman!"

"Once I stand firm, I'll kick Lin Yuqing to the curb!"

"No! With her beauty, how could I ever bring myself to do that?"

"But we've got to have the decorative flags fluttering outside, man, after you've succeeded, you're entitled to three wives and four concubines!"

"My dear master, you really think I respect you? I'm just looking out for my own future!"

"And that idiot Lin Wei, every time I see him he's got that stinking face, sooner or later I'm going to show him what I'm made of!"

Wang Tao went crazy, yelling and screaming outside the Lin Family's door, Lin Wei's face turned green, fury churning his insides.

"Wang Tao, you bastard! Scum!" Lin Wei approached the ranting Wang Tao and kicked him hard.

Bang, the tremendous force sent Wang Tao tumbling to the ground, unable to hold back he spat out a mouthful of blood.

At that moment, Wang Tao came to his senses, awakened by Lin Wei's kick, but the words he had just uttered were still fresh in his memory, and now he was completely dumbfounded.

Drenched in cold sweat, his scalp going numb, a chill running from the soles of his feet straight to the crown of his head!

He had brought disaster upon himself!

The guests who had just left the Lin Family's front door were also stunned, completely shocked by Wang Tao's actions.

"Wang Tao, you bastard!" Lin Yuqing was also teary-eyed, her hands clenched tightly, pushed to the brink of anger.

Ye Ling patted Lin Yuqing on the shoulder, "Wife, don't be angry!"

After speaking, Ye Ling walked over to Wang Tao, grabbed him by the collar with his right hand, and hoisted the seated Wang Tao up from the ground.

"Heaven may tolerate misdeeds, yet survival may not be granted to those courting death!" Ye Ling said coldly.

Smack, his right fist brutally launched forward, hammering into Wang Tao's chest.

There were several crisp sounds of bones cracking, followed by a miserable howl from Wang Tao, who was then sent crashing to the ground like a kite with its string cut.

Bang, Wang Tao smashed onto the ground, at least three of his ribs in his chest clearly broken.

His mouth full of blood, his appearance sorrowful, he lay on the ground, receiving no sympathy from anyone.

This man deserved a beating, a severe beating!

"Wang Tao, you scum, I never thought you were such scum, I'm going to slaughter you today!" Lin Wei said as he approached Wang Tao, cursing fiercely.

Smack, a punch landed on Wang Tao's nose, and what was once a somewhat handsome and prominent nose was smashed flat by Lin Wei's fist.

"Okay, brother, stop hitting him, or you might kill him," Lin Yuqing quickly ran to Lin Wei's side, grabbing his arm to prevent him from continuing his assault.

Ye Ling glanced indifferently at Wang Tao, "A man like him, deserves to be beaten to death."

Lin Wei hastily agreed, but he didn't hit Wang Tao again. Instead, he pointed at him and berated, "Get lost, and never set foot in the Lin Family's door again!"

Wang Tao didn't speak, struggled to get up, and endured the severe pain all over his body as he turned and fled in haste.

"Yu Qing, don't be angry, go back and keep Grandpa company, I'm heading home now, I'll come to see you when I have time," Ye Ling said with a slight smile.

Lin Yuqing nodded, while Lin Wei called out loudly to Ye Ling, "Take care, brother-in-law."

Ye Ling, who had reached the car, shuddered and almost collapsed to the ground.

This cousin, truly is top grade.