Chapter 1422: The Mystery of the Murderer

Chapter 1422: Chapter 1422: The Mystery of the Murderer

Lin Tian was a famed figure, admired and acknowledged in Luoyan Dock and among various ancient martial families! Especially the Wang Family, where his name was like thunder in their ears.

It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say, children of the Wang Family would burst into tears at the mere mention of Lin Tian’s name.

And now, sitting on a couch with Mr. Sun and Lin Tian, are the direct descendants of the Wang Family. The one with a sharp chin and sunken cheeks is Wang Ku, while the one with slender eyebrows and small eyes is Wang Rong.

They came here for the same reason as Lin Tian, both seeking the Thousand Jin Rock Fragment.

The Thousand-Pound Rock Dagger also belongs to the Wang Family. It has been missing for about a month, related to an ancient manuscript of theirs, the Tangxi Meridian, both stolen by Kun Yun.

Retrieving this dagger is partly because it’s the family heirloom. But more importantly, they hope it will lead them to Kun Yun and thus recover the Tangxi Meridian.

For this, the Wang Family has pulled a lot of strings. After a day and night, they finally can reclaim this family heirloom. Wang Ku and Wang Rong are the ones to bring it back.

But they didn’t expect a Jiang Ziya would emerge halfway, and of all people, it’s Lin Tian, whom the entire Wang Family grits their teeth in hatred and resents bitterly!

Is this man a devil? Why is he everywhere?

When Mr. Sun mentioned that this weapon is the personal property of the Wang Family, Lin Tian’s eyes sparkled. Like an eagle circling in the sky, spotting two weak, pitiable, helpless little white rabbits on the green pasture.

Indeed, in his eyes, these two uniquely featured people are no more than defenseless little white rabbits.

"Mr. Sun, aren’t you aware? This black dagger originally belonged to their Wang Family and was their family heirloom. Now it’s become the weapon that hurt my friend. Doesn’t Mr. Sun plan to investigate the Wang Family?"

Lin Tian asked with a smile, a gentle smile that looked creepy in Mr. Sun’s eyes.

He truly didn’t know the origin of this weapon, and even if he did, what could he do?

That’s the Wang Family! The Wang Family with eyes and ears in high places! Would he dare provoke them? Is this kid out of his mind? Others would avoid them like the plague, and here he is, trying to stir up trouble.

"Well... I’m not familiar with the situation." After saying this, Mr. Sun glanced at Wang Rong and Wang Ku, wondering why these seemingly arrogant people aren’t reacting to this madness?

Surprisingly, usually arrogant and high-nosed Wang Family members just ignored it. Focusing inward as nothing happened.

"What? Mr. Sun, do you intend to cover for them?" Lin Tian asked, half-smirking.

If it were someone else, Mr. Sun would have already booted this ignorant kid out. But he’s from the Security Management Institute... Can’t just kick him out.

Mr. Sun hesitated and said, "I can’t decide on this matter, it’s something from higher-ups..."

Indeed, it’s the decision of higher-ups. Otherwise, he’s at the end of his road as this case under so many eyes would have its critical evidence taken away just like that.

Lin Tian chuckled softly, not bothering to make it hard for him. Turning to Wang Family brothers, he said, "Gentlemen, shouldn’t you account for my friend’s injuries?"

In his view, it’s most likely the Wang Family’s doing! The wound from the Thousand-Pound Rock Dagger is too unique and precise to be mimicked in such a short time. Claiming it’s not them is unbelievable! Besides, with his deepest grudge against the Wang Family, they are the most suspect! They are keenly eager to retrieve the evidence.

Whatever the situation, they are deeply related!

"You’re framing us! The dagger was just stolen from our clan, and we’re in the middle of investigating. We finally got a lead to come here." Wang Ku coldly replied.

"Stolen? By whom?"

Wang Rong lifted his head slightly, snorted, "None of your business!"

"My brother was injured by this broken dagger, and you say it’s none of my business? Or should I subdue both of you for it to become my business?" Lin Tian’s voice grew colder, akin to the December wind in the South. No matter how layers you wear, the chill pierces to the bone!

Both clenched their teeth, not speaking.

Lin Tian’s frown slowly relaxed as he lightly chuckled, "Do you two remember how the fight started at the True Martial Hall in Luoyan Dock? Because your eldest daughter was hit by my dark energy, unable to channel her Inner Strength, suffering excruciating pain daily. If you don’t speak, I could make you taste it too."

Upon hearing this, Mr. Sun couldn’t bear it. He quickly gestured, "Mr. Lin, Mr. Lin, peace brings wealth, let’s talk this out."

Lin Tian’s words truly made the two shiver. They had heard of the dark energy in Wang Sijing before, pure torment! Torturing people to a heavenly and unbearable state. They’re not masochists, why would they fancy such suffering?

"It was an old man with a hunchback, a Daoist the eldest daughter hired externally, called Kun Yun."

"So it’s him." Lin Tian realized, then started to laugh, how foolish is the Wang Family. Bringing back a Daoist oozing with sinister vibes, isn’t that inviting a wolf into the house?

Thinking about the new and old grudges with this old Daoist, Lin Tian felt a burning hatred.

But this old man Kun Yun is truly bizarre, likely orchestrating the assassination himself! After all, the variety of his methods left no trace, precisely his style.

No, not leaving nothing behind but this black Thousand-Pound Rock Dagger. And what’s its purpose? To redirect attention from himself to the Wang Family?

After some analysis, Lin Tian couldn’t conclude anything definitive. He directly extended his hand towards the two, "Let me take a look."

Wang Rong and Wang Ku exchanged a glance, full of reluctance, clutching the Thousand-Pound Rock Dagger tightly, unwilling to let go.

Lin Tian rubbed his nose, smiling, "Gentlemen, are you forcing me to get rough?"

Mr. Sun hearing this inhaled sharply. Who is this kid? He is so brazen even before the Wang Family?

Mr. Sun realized, no matter what, he mustn’t get entangled in their complex relations. He couldn’t afford to provoke either side. Mimicking Wang Rong and Wang Ku’s earlier attitude, he turned inward as well, not expressing any stance.

Finally, Wang Rong with sharp chin couldn’t hold it in. When he gets angry, his face really resembles that of the Monkey King, less intimidating, more comical.

"Lin Tian! Don’t go too far, you know this is our family’s heirloom. Dare you make any move, even a clay statue gains ire! Not to mention our Ancient Martial Wang Family!"

Wang Ku with slender eyebrows and small eyes was also full of righteous indignation. Being of the Wang Family, they inherently possess a sense of superiority. Even in front of Mr. Sun, they have a stance to uphold. Yet now, they are being driven to this by such a young boy—a tremendous shame!