The King of Urban Mercenaries

"Impossible! Asking me to protect Lin Fei, that is impossible! I will not protect my enemy!" Dugu Aotian said.

Dugu Xiaoqi shook his head, "What you need to do now is to protect Lin Fei. As long as you accomplish this, you will become an Emperor-level master. Otherwise, even if you pass through several seals in this lifetime, it’s unlikely you will become an Emperor-level master!"

Hearing his father’s words, Dugu Aotian was momentarily stunned, unable to grasp the crucial link between becoming an Emperor-level master and Lin Fei. How could Lin Fei help him? Impossible! Lin Fei’s strength wasn’t greater than his own!

"Father, I don’t understand what this is about. Please tell me, what is the key here?" Dugu Aotian asked.

Hearing Dugu Aotian’s question, Dugu Xiaoqi shook his head, "Just listen to me, that’s all you need to do. Don’t worry about anything else. This time, go with Sect Leader Brother to the Holy City in Central State, and remember to protect Lin Fei at all costs, even if it means sacrificing your own life; you must not let him get injured in any way."

Dugu Aotian still wanted to ask his father, Dugu Xiaoqi, more questions, but Dugu Xiaoqi had already disappeared from here. He frowned deeply, his mind a whirl of thoughts. Did he really have to protect his enemy?

However, after thinking for a moment, Dugu Aotian realized that his conflict with Lin Fei hadn’t reached such a critical point. At least he wanted to kill him...

That’s right; Dugu Aotian thought back, hadn’t he always wanted to kill Lin Fei? Lin Fei merely resisted him, and he wanted to kill Lin Fei for that?

After this thought, Dugu Aotian’s mindset shifted somewhat. Ultimately, he took a deep breath, feeling as if the weight had lifted off his shoulders, turned to the Sect Master, and said, "Sect Master, please allow me to accompany you to the Holy City of Central State!"

"Have you made up your mind? Do you really want to protect Lin Fei as your father suggested?" the Sect Master of Qianhuang Peak asked.

Dugu Aotian nodded, "That’s right, I’ve decided to protect Lin Fei, and I’m willing to lay down my life to protect him, hoping to become an Emperor-level master."

"Foolish! If you use your life to protect Lin Fei, who will know you’re an Emperor-level master after you die? And can you become an Emperor-level master after dying? What use is that?" the Sect Master of Qianhuang Peak said.

"No matter what, I will follow my father’s advice. I trust Father will not harm me," Dugu Aotian said.

Hearing this, the Sect Master of Qianhuang Peak could only sigh, "Alright, since your mind is set, I have nothing more to say. Follow your heart."

"Thank you, Sect Master, for granting my wish," Dugu Aotian said.

The Sect Master shook his head, "Alright, prepare to set off, leave here, and head to the Holy City in Central State!"

At this moment, as they just started moving, Lin Fei and his companions had already arrived at the Holy City in Central State.

Lin Fei and his companions felt the world turn dark before them and suddenly found themselves in a more ancient place, where the atmosphere seemed suppressed by countless years, giving off an aged feeling, as if the very sky had aged, much like an old person.

However, Lin Fei and his companions knew the heavens didn’t age; this was a deeply ingrained belief of theirs. So, they felt this aura was truly absurd.

In the blink of an eye, Lin Fei and his companions appeared in a vast city, looking up to see a grey sky, dimly lit, with nothing in the air, a mystery as to what it signified.

Meanwhile, Lin Fei also noticed that Tang Ming had arrived?

"Tang Ming, you came too?" Wang Qing exclaimed, where could it be that Senior Qing must have inadvertently brought Tang Ming when receiving them?

That’s unlikely; such a powerful master couldn’t possibly make such a lowly error. Hence, Lin Fei thought this must have been intentional by Senior Qing.

"His talent is remarkable, and he possesses formidable skills. If used wisely, he might defy fate, which is why I brought him here to witness the Wheel of Destiny of the Holy City alongside you!"

At this point, Qing Zhi spoke, revealing the purpose of their visit.

Hearing this, Lin Fei was taken aback, "Senior? What do you mean by that? Are we not here for competitions or battles?"

"Heh, who told you that you came here for competitions or battles? You are here to witness the activation of the Wheel of Destiny. Of course, there will also be other activities you can join or not, all according to your wishes," Qing Zhi explained and then led them towards the heart of the massive Holy City.

Lin Fei and his companions followed Qing Zhi, observing the various cultivators around, their levels of cultivation varying greatly, some mighty, some weak, as well as demon beasts. The Holy City was vast; even just the roads were a hundred meters wide, easily traversable by demon beasts.

Hou Qitian and the others also followed, along with Xiao Dao; none of them missed a step. At the same time, Lin Fei’s mind was preoccupied with other thoughts, after all, his main goal for coming was to gain fame and search for his family. Didn’t the chance for fame disappear? Then what was Lin Fei here for?

At this moment, Lin Fei was truly puzzled, unsure of what this all entailed. Had all his efforts been in vain?

"No, definitely not in vain," Lin Fei thought to himself, deciding to find a way to ask Senior Qing Zhi for assistance, as there was no other option.

Lin Fei had thus made his decision, hoping the other party would fulfill his wish.

At this moment, the young woman Xiao Qing silently walked up behind and came to Lin Fei’s side, saying, "Lin Fei!"

"Miss Xiao Qing, thank you," Lin Fei said, bowing slightly to Miss Xiao Qing, surprised at her willingness to advocate for him.

"It’s nothing; I think you’ve done well, and it’s not your fault," Miss Xiao Qing said.

Lin Fei smiled, said little more, and merely looked at Miss Xiao Qing, pondering whether or not to say more, unsure of whether she had a reason to assist him.

"What’s wrong? You seem hesitant, is there something you want to say?" Miss Xiao Qing asked.

Lin Fei thought about it, realizing Qing Zhi was his only route now, so he finally resolved to ask for Miss Xiao Qing’s support, unsure if she would agree.