C2667 CHAPTER2667
C2667 CHAPTER2667
With a grave expression, Lu Tianxing retorted, "Luo Qianqiu, Peter Parker has slain several of the Lu family's brightest talents. We cannot let this go unpunished. If your Luo Shui Merchant Alliance wishes to avoid conflict with the Lu family, I suggest you step aside immediately. Otherwise, we will not cease until the Luo Water Merchant Union is no more!"
The loss of the Lu family's True Immortal prodigies at the hands of Peter Parker in the Great Luo Secret Realm had dealt a significant blow to their prestige.
Above all else, Peter Parker's potential was astounding.
Prior to his venture into the Great Luo Secret Realm, he was merely a Rank Six True Immortal. Yet, upon his return, he had ascended to Rank Nine True Immortal status.
His close ties with the Luo Water Merchant Union were undeniable. If he were to reach his full potential, even the Lu family's standing in the Heavenly Water Immortal City could be at risk.
"Lu Tianxing," Luo Qianqiu began, a slight smile playing on his lips, "the quest for fortune in the Great Luo Mystic Realm is a matter of destiny. If Peter Parker did indeed slay your kin, it was their fate to challenge him."
"With me here today, rest assured that not a hair on Peter Parker's head will be harmed by your family."
Peter Parker had not only saved her life, but he also possessed a rare and extraordinary gift. Regardless of whether he chose to affiliate with the Luo River Merchant Union, Luo Qianqiu had resolved to forge an alliance with him.
Furthermore, Luo Qing'er had discreetly informed him that within the Great Luo Secret Realm, Peter Parker had not only bestowed upon her a Tree Fairy Fruit but had also passed on the Great Luo's legacy.
Such generosity could not be overlooked.
Even if it meant going to war with the Lu Family, Luo Qianqiu was determined to shield Peter Parker from any harm.
"Luo Qianqiu, you've chosen your path," Lu Tianxing declared ominously.
Lu Tianxing's eyes flashed coldly, his presence as a Rank Four Gold Immortal surging forth. "If you're so determined to shield this youngster, then I have no qualms about sending your Luo Water Merchant Union to join him in death!"
His words were cut short as his fist, imbued with the formidable might of a Gold Immortal, rocketed towards Luo Qianqiu.
The audacious assault by Lu Tianxing caused a stir among the experts from neighboring factions. Without hesitation, they whisked their disciples away, retreating hastily.
Both Lu Tianxing and Luo Qianqiu were renowned Golden Immortals within Sky Water Immortal City. A clash between them promised to be cataclysmic, and no one wanted to be caught in the crossfire.
"Peter Parker, take Qing'er and get out of here. I'll handle this," Luo Qianqiu commanded, his figure tensing before he burst forward, leaving a trail of afterimages as his fist met Lu Tianxing's.
Boom!
The collision resounded like thunder, shattering the space for miles around them.
Suspended in midair, both combatants momentarily tread upon the void, each forced back several paces.
Lu Tianxing's eyes narrowed, fixed on Luo Qianqiu who stood his ground. "Luo Qianqiu, have you really ascended to the 3rd Rank?"
For years, the Lu Clan's dominance among the three great Golden Immortals of Celestial Water City hinged on this fact. Not only did they have three Golden Immortal experts at their helm, but Lu Tianxing himself was the preeminent force in Heavenly Water Immortal City—the sole Third Grade Golden Immortal.
Even a united front from the Luo Water Merchant Union and the Ning Family had never been a threat to the Lu Family's supremacy.
However, with Luo Qianqiu's breakthrough to the Third Grade Golden Immortal Realm, his power now rivaled Lu Tianxing's. Coupled with Ning Jing's duo of Golden Immortals, the balance of power was enough to imperil the Lu Family's standing.
As he contemplated the situation, Lu Tianxing's eyes blazed with an intensifying murderous intent. Luo Qianqiu's recent advancement to the Third Stage Golden Immortal Realm signaled a significant power boost for the Luo River Merchant Union.
But that wasn't all.
The Luo Water Merchant Union, along with their prodigy Luo Wuji—an Eighth Stage Heavenly Immortal—were on the cusp of ascending to the Golden Immortal Realm. And then there was someone even more formidable than Luo Wuji: Peter Parker!
Should these two reach their potential, the Lu family's prominence in Heavenly Water Immortal City might well be eclipsed by the Luo Water Merchant Union.
"Lu Yuanzheng, take out Peter Parker now!" Lu Tianxing commanded, his voice icy as he addressed the white-robed elder of the Lu family, a First Grade Golden Immortal.
Luo Qianqiu, now a Third Grade Golden Immortal, might not be at the peak of his realm, but defeating him would be no easy feat. Lu Tianxing's only option was to have Lu Yuanzheng eliminate Peter Parker.
Without a moment's hesitation, Lu Yuanzheng responded to the order. He stepped forward, unleashing the overwhelming presence of a Golden Immortal that bore down on Peter Parker from every direction.
With Luo Qianqiu's breakthrough and the emergence of a rare talent like Peter Parker within the Luo Water Merchant Union, the Lu family's standing in Heavenly Water Immortal City was under serious threat.
As Lu Yuanzheng advanced, Luo Qianqiu's face twisted with concern. He turned to Ning Yulou, the Ning family patriarch. "Patriarch Ning, I implore you for your assistance."
Lu Yuanzheng, one of the Lu Clan's three esteemed Golden Immortal experts, had achieved the Second Stage True Immortal Realm. Although he had not yet reached the Third Stage True Immortal Realm, his prowess was undeniable.
Peter Parker, despite his exceptional abilities as a Ninth Stage True Immortal, stood little chance against Lu Yuanzheng.
"Have no worries, Alliance Lord Luo," Ning Yulou assured him. "I will not stand by and watch without taking action."
Ning Yulou flashed a smile before suddenly appearing in front of Peter Parker and his companions, effectively shielding them from Lu Yuanzheng's overwhelming Golden Immortal aura.
Upon witnessing Ning Yulou's bold move, Lu Yuanzheng's face darkened. "Ning Yulou, this is an affair between my Lu family and the Luo Water Merchant Union. Your Ning family should steer clear of this. Step aside!"
"Lu Yuanzheng, enough talk. If you want to lay a finger on Peter, you'll have to go through me first," Ning Yulou retorted, her smile turning icy as she remained unfazed by his threats.
In the Heavenly Water Immortal City, the Lu Family stood as one of the three mighty Golden Immortal forces. The Ning Family's only chance to counter the Lu Family's power was to ally with the Luo Water Merchant Union.
Should any harm befall the Luo Water Merchant Union, the Ning Family would be left vulnerable and risk being overtaken by the Lu Family.
Moreover, Ning Yulou had been informed by Ning Gaoyang that Peter Parker had not only saved Ning Gaoyang's life within the Great Luo Secret Realm but had also bestowed upon him a precious Tree Fairy Fruit.
Driven by both duty and personal gratitude, Ning Yulou was determined not to stand idly by while Lu Yuan made a move against Peter Parker.
Lu Yuanzheng's face contorted with rage at Ning Yulou's defiant stance. "Ning Yulou, do you truly believe I fear you?" he bellowed, his fury igniting the Golden Immortal power within him. With a thunderous explosion of energy, he launched himself into a fierce battle with Ning Yulou.