The Peerless Emperor (TPE)

In the area where Wanxiang Sect's inner disciples resided, the peaks clustered together, creating a grand sight.

On one of these peaks, Lin Qian stood at the entrance of a flying corridor, silently waiting for something.

It wasn't long before Lei Qian arrived, leading a skinny inner disciple to Lin Qian.

As they approached, Lin Qian scrutinized the skinny disciple. The youth's aura wasn't particularly strong, but he radiated a sense of cleverness.

"This is Yuan Xiaoling, also known as 'Skinny Monkey.' He's known for being the most well-informed person among the inner disciples. If you're looking for information, he's your man," Lei Qian explained as he pointed to the thin disciple.

Yuan Xiaoling greeted Lin Qian with a grin, clasping his hands in salute. "Hehe, it's been two years, and I see that Young Emperor Lin Qian has become even more impressive."

"You've seen me before?" Lin Qian asked curiously.

"Of course! I've been in Wanxiang Sect for over three years. I watched your life-and-death duel with Brother Lei from start to finish," Yuan Xiaoling replied with a sly smile, glancing at Lei Qian.

Lin Qian smiled faintly and got to the point. "Lei Qian says you're the most well-informed. What can you tell me about Gao Benli and the people around him?"

"Gao Benli? Everyone knows who he is—a Void Breaking Realm expert at the fifth stage. As for his inner circle, the most important are his four sworn brothers, who..." Yuan Xiaoling trailed off, his eyes twinkling mischievously as he looked at Lin Qian.

Seeing Yuan Xiaoling's expression, Lin Qian chuckled, shaking his head. He suddenly produced a jade bottle and tossed it to the thin youth.

Yuan Xiaoling caught the bottle with care, quickly uncorked it, and peered inside with a narrowed eye.

"Top-tier Grade-C pills, for enhancing cultivation. This should be enough to buy the information, right?" Lin Qian asked, smiling.

After verifying the contents of the bottle, Yuan Xiaoling beamed. "Indeed, Young Emperor, you're a generous man."

With that, Yuan Xiaoling took out a small booklet from his storage bag and handed it to Lin Qian. "This contains detailed information. By the way, Gao Benli's fifth brother is actively looking for you."

After securing the jade bottle, Yuan Xiaoling quickly departed.

Once Yuan Xiaoling left, Lin Qian flipped open the booklet. What he found inside surprised him.

The booklet not only contained information about Gao Benli and his sworn brothers' identities, cultivation levels, and combat prowess, but also their portraits, hobbies, and habits.

For instance, Gao Benli was described as someone who enjoyed the company of seductive women. His portrait, however, showed that he was rather plain-looking, not particularly handsome.

The booklet then detailed Gao Benli's four sworn brothers. To Lin Qian's surprise, they were all blood-related siblings!

The second brother, Qian Long, was twenty-six years old and at the fourth stage of the Void Breaking Realm, second only to Gao Benli.

The third brother, Qian Hu, was twenty-five years old and at the third stage of the Void Breaking Realm.

The fourth brother, Qian Bao, was twenty-four years old and also at the third stage of the Void Breaking Realm.

The fifth brother, Qian Lang, was twenty-three years old and, though the weakest, was still at the second stage of the Void Breaking Realm.

Given their ages, being at the Void Breaking Realm made them some of the most talented individuals in the entire Linhai Prefecture.

This talent led to their disdain for the disciples of Wanxiang Sect, as they saw Linhai Prefecture as nothing more than a backwater.

The booklet also contained information about the other individuals who had accompanied Gao Benli to Wanxiang Sect, including the brothers Shi Hang and Shi Fei.

As Lin Qian studied the booklet, a sudden soul force attack came hurtling toward him.

Without a flicker of concern, Lin Qian glanced up at the golden blast of soul energy heading his way. With a flicker of purple lightning, sword energy materialized and slashed through the attack, dissipating it on impact.

"Not bad. Even though that was just a casual strike, the fact that someone from a backwater sect like yours could block it is quite impressive," a voice rang out, sounding like a compliment but dripping with condescension.

Turning toward the voice, Lin Qian saw a muscular young man in his twenties with a buzz cut, dressed in a light gold combat suit.

Having just seen his portrait in the booklet, Lin Qian immediately recognized this man as Qian Lang, Gao Benli's fifth sworn brother.

Just as Yuan Xiaoling had said, Qian Lang had indeed been looking for him.

"It seems you were looking for me?" Lin Qian calmly closed the booklet and clenched his right hand slightly, reducing the booklet to dust with sheer force.

"That's right. You've got some nerve to lay a hand on Big Brother Gao's subordinates," Qian Lang sneered, a look of pity crossing his face. "But since I'm in a good mood today, I'll give you a chance. Cripple your own cultivation, kneel before Shi Hang and Shi Fei to apologize, and slap yourself a hundred times. I'll let you live."

"Oh? Wanxiang Sect's rules state that disciples aren't allowed to attack each other without permission, and as a guest, you're not even a disciple. If you dare make a move, it won't end well for you," Lin Qian replied coolly.

"Hahaha, Wanxiang Sect's rules? You're just a country bumpkin from a backwater sect, trying to lecture me on rules. Let me tell you, my Big Brother Gao's word is the law around here. By striking Big Brother's men, you've committed a grave offense!

"Kid, I see you're looking for trouble. Fine, I'll cripple your arms and legs myself, turn you into a cripple!" Qian Lang laughed arrogantly.

His words made Lin Qian's expression darken. Especially when Qian Lang mentioned breaking his limbs, memories of Bai Ren's severed legs surfaced, fueling his anger.

"Boss, let me teach him a lesson," Lei Qian stepped forward, asking for permission to handle the situation.

But just as Lei Qian was about to advance, Lin Qian grabbed him, holding him back.

"No need. I'll handle this myself," Lin Qian said, stepping forward. Suddenly, a golden binding rope appeared in his hand.

Seeing Lin Qian pull out the golden rope and restrain Lei Qian, Qian Lang laughed. "It seems you know your place, but even if you tie yourself up, I won't forgive your disrespect toward Big Brother."

"You misunderstand," Lin Qian replied. With his hands bound by Lei Qian, he turned to face Qian Lang and raised his bound hands. "Since you're a guest of Wanxiang Sect, it wouldn't be polite for me to attack you with my hands. So, I'll only use my feet."