At the same time, he instantly realized that his subordinate was no match for the opponent.

This made Lord Liu immediately understand the situation; it seemed the opponent came prepared.

Reflecting on it, it became clear. If they weren’t skilled, how could they suddenly intrude into his residence?

And arrive before everyone in such a manner.

Looking at the massive hole overhead and at Lin Yi, who was eating his meal without a single scratch and still at ease, Lord Liu began to feel uneasy.

He couldn’t comprehend who this person was, nor his purpose for being here, or what his goals were.

Upon realizing his key subordinate was not a match for the opponent, Lord Liu quickly shouted to the outside, summoning his men.

With his shout, a wave of soldiers surrounding the place rushed into the room.

In an instant, no fewer than 20 men surged in.

Of course, this was due to the limited size of the room, which could only accommodate so many. If possible, many more soldiers would likely have poured in.

Only after these men barged in did Lord Liu’s demeanor return to calm.

Initially shocked by Lin Yi’s formidable skills, now, with strength in numbers, he believed that no matter how powerful Lin Yi was, he couldn’t possibly prevail.

As long as he issued the order, Lin Yi could be captured.

Thinking of this, Lord Liu no longer hesitated and directly spoke to his advancing men:

"Listen to me, whoever apprehends him will immediately receive fifty taels of silver."

Upon hearing there was money to be had, their eyes turned red with greed. Each one prepared, looking at Lin Yi.

Afraid of missing out on the prize, worried this seemingly frail opponent might get taken down by someone else, rendering their fifty taels lost.

Observing this eager bunch, Lin Yi couldn’t help but shake his head with amusement. Such bravado born of ignorance!

They didn’t notice their leader lying on the ground vomiting blood, yet they dared to charge at him.

Fearful that he might knock them all down too.

Thinking of this, Lin Yi didn’t hesitate, unleashing several palms behind him, sending those leading the charge flying like cut string kites, crashing backward.

Given the confined space, all 30 stood together.

As a result, when Lin Yi struck them, they crashed into those behind, creating chaos.

From the initially bustling group of over 30 men, fewer than five remained standing.

It didn’t end there. After falling, many clutched their chests, writhing in pain,

because Lin Yi’s powerful strike rendered them incapable of fighting.

Even the few remaining standing hesitated, glancing at each other, unmoving.

They knew they were no match for this person.

If they dared to force a confrontation, they’d likely end up injured themselves.

And so, silence enveloped the scene anew.

At this moment, the laid-back Lin Yi set down his chopsticks.

Slowly rising, he turned his gaze for the first time to the soldiers at the door.

Inexplicably, as his gaze fell on them, the soldiers instinctively stepped back, faces tinged with fear.

The reason for their reaction, even Lin Yi couldn’t explain.

Perhaps he exuded authority, or his earlier display subdued them; possible explanations abound.

Lin Yi scanned the crowd, then his gaze fell on Lord Liu and his men.

Lord Liu’s face turned pale with fright; he hadn’t imagined Lin Yi would be so formidable.

Not only did he topple his leader, but he also effortlessly dispatched his soldiers—30 of them.

Even a squad couldn’t withstand such a thrashing.

But that Lin Yi single-handedly took them down was beyond unexpected.

Not a single attack, yet they all lay defeated, and the remaining soldiers lacked the courage to fight.

Something Lin Yi anticipated; he’d foreseen their reactions.

Though Lord Liu prided himself on his loyal forces of over ten thousand, asserting they could rise in rebellion,

Lin Yi saw through the facade.

Only a few high-ranking officials colluded with him, only a few Generals shared close ties.

As for the rest, they were mercenaries, loyal to whoever could command them.

His cold gaze swept through them, and he calmly spoke:

"I understand you are soldiers of Dayou Nation. You wouldn’t willingly become this man’s lackeys, would you?

Fine, I’m giving you the chance to tie him up. Him and the others."

This stunned Lord Liu, who didn’t foresee his words repeated by the young man, biting him back.

His face reddened with the verbal smack resonating loudly.

[To be continued....]