"Do not be disrespectful. How can you speak to Miss Lin in such a manner?" the Han family head interjected, looking at Lin Ziying again. "Miss Lin, but speaking of which, the Taiyuan Spirit Mine is the product of my Han family. Is this conduct by the Lin family not rather inappropriate?"
"My Lin family is not someone the Han family can offend. I hope the Han family head will think twice!"
Lin Ziying said coldly, "Moreover, the Han family has its limits."
Faced with these words, the Han family head's face turned ashen. He hadn't expected the Lin family to be so aggressive, completely disregarding the Han family's feelings.
"So, the Lin family's actions mean you have thought everything through."
The Han family head said coldly, "Regardless, you intend to seize the Taiyuan Spirit Mine? Even at the cost of a battle with the Han family?"
"A battle with the Han family?"
Lin Ziying sneered, "Patriarch Han, you think too highly of the Han family. With the Han family's capabilities, you are not qualified to fight the Lin family. I hope Patriarch Han can see clearly and not ruin the Han family's century-old foundation."
The Han family members were filled with rage. They had never been threatened like this before, let alone so blatant, completely disregarding them.
"My Han family also has a century-old foundation. Is this conduct by the Lin family not going too far?"
The Han family head said coldly, "Although the Lin family is powerful, there are countless powerful individuals in this Spirit Realm. Must they all be like the Lin family!"
"Patriarch Han, I have brought people here today for the sake of the Han family."
Lin Ziying stated directly, "If my Lin family head were to come, it would not be as easy to talk. My visit to the Han family today is merely to inquire about your intentions. If you are willing to yield the Taiyuan Spirit Mine, the Lin family will certainly not make things difficult. If not, then things may not be so simple."
"The Han family never succumbs to threats!"
The Han family head said coldly, "Miss Lin, please make yourself at home. Even if it means being enemies with the Lin family, the Han family will not hand over the Taiyuan Spirit Mine!" Su Dan Novel Network
"I have long heard that Patriarch Han is unyielding, and seeing it today is indeed extraordinary!"
Lin Ziying nodded and smiled, "However, Patriarch Han must understand that the Han family has a deep foundation, and the Taiyuan Spirit Mine is not vital to the Han family. Why be so stubborn."
"The Taiyuan Spirit Mine is not much, but my Han family's dignity cannot be insulted by others!"
His eyes turned sharp, the Han family head said coldly, "Show Miss Lin out!"
"Miss Lin, please."
Several elders of the Han family spoke, their expressions rather indifferent. They were extremely displeased with the Lin family's actions but were helpless.
Lin Ziying frowned slightly, then turned to leave. This time, he had come to Han City to warn the Han family in advance, but he hadn't expected the Han family to completely refuse.
After Lin Ziying left, the Han family head and the clan elders frowned, "This matter is of utmost importance. Patriarch, you must reconsider. If the Lin family makes a move rashly, the Han family will surely be in crisis."
"I know this, of course!"
The Han family head nodded, "But what the Lin family is doing is too arrogant. To oppress the Han family like this is to not consider us at all!"
With these words, everyone nodded slightly, naturally understanding the Han family head's meaning.
If the Han family compromised this time, it would surely draw criticism, and the entire Han family would be bullied in the future.
Although Lin Ziying was displeased, he could only return home. It was likely that before long, the Lin family head would dispatch experts to Han City, and by then, the Han family would face endless trouble.
"Miss, this Han family is truly a tough bone, forcing us to get serious."
A man spoke, "After we return, I will report this matter to the family head. The family head will surely be furious."
Lin Ziying nodded slightly, "The Han family brings its own doom. Since they will not listen to me, they deserve to die!"
As they were conversing, Han Feng and Lu Fan, riding warhorses, happened to run into Lin Ziying and his group.
"So it's Miss Lin. What are you doing here?"
Han Feng quickly dismounted and cupped his fists. "This is Han City territory. Would you like to visit my Han family?"
"I don't think I need to see anyone. Young Master Han is indeed hospitable." Lin Ziying chuckled, "However, you probably don't know yet that I've already been to the Han family and discussed matters with the Han family head."
"Discuss what?" Han Feng frowned. His father had warned him long ago that the Lin family harbored considerable dissatisfaction with the Han family, and this visit to Han City was likely ill-intentioned.
"The Lin family wants the Taiyuan Spirit Mine, but the Han family is unwilling to yield. It is likely that before long, soldiers will be at the gates of Han City!" Lin Ziying threatened, "The Han family should think carefully!"
"The Taiyuan Spirit Mine is originally the property of my Han family. Is your Lin family not afraid of being ridiculed for such unscrupulous acquisition?"
Han Feng said coldly, clearly displeased. He didn't fully understand the matter, but Lin Ziying's words had angered him somewhat.
"It seems the Han family truly shares blood ties."
Lin Ziying chuckled, "Your words are so similar. Since that is the case, I have nothing more to say. Three days from now, the Lin family will be at your gates. You should make your preparations early!"
After speaking, Lin Ziying left with the Lin family members, appearing rather aggressive. He was naturally quite displeased with Han Feng's words.
"Is the Lin family very strong?"
Long Yi asked, "They are so domineering? To snatch the Han family's spirit mine."
"They are indeed very strong; they can even contend with the North Sea Academy!"
Han Feng said with a wry smile, "However, the Han family will never compromise. Even if it means complete destruction, we will fight the Lin family."
Lu Fan stood to the side, somewhat surprised. He hadn't expected the Han family to possess such integrity.
"If that's the case, we can lend a hand." Long Yi nodded slightly.
"This matter has nothing to do with you; you don't need to get involved." Han Feng said repeatedly, "The Lin family is not an ordinary family. Since they intend to act, they will not give up easily."
A short while later, they returned to the Han family. The Han family head appeared calm, as if nothing had happened. "How was it? Did you get any wild game? I've been waiting for a long time for the wild game to be cooked."
"Of course, we got some." Han Feng replied, "But we met some people from the Lin family on the way."
The Han family head was slightly stunned. "What did he say to you?"
"Since the Lin family wants to act this way, the Han family will not sit idly by." Han Feng said directly, "Even if it means a fight to the death, we are unwilling to be bullied."
"Well said!"
The Han family head exclaimed emotionally, "My Han family has principles and will not grovel to others. If the Lin family dares to come three days from now, we will fight them to the death."
Lu Fan stood by, feeling somewhat awkward. He finally understood the Han family's tradition: if you disagree, you fight, no matter who it is.
"Let's not talk about unpleasant things. Tonight, we shall drink and make merry. We must drink to our heart's content!"
The Han family head chuckled, "Your friends are here as well."
"Alright!" Han Feng nodded slightly.