Chapter 248: Chapter 248: The Death of Li Tongtian
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Upon seeing Li Youbing covered in blood, Li Tongtian’s brow furrowed instantly. He didn’t act immediately but asked, “What are you doing here? Where are the others?”
Li Youbing’s face was filled with terror: “We entered the Ice Palace, where there was a treasure. We attempted to attain it but we were attacked by a demon beast inside. I’m the only survivor.”
At her words, everyone from the Li family was taken aback, and many of them looked at Li Youbing with sympathy.
Li Tongtian’s face changed slightly upon hearing that the other members of the Li family had all perished, But when Li Youbing mentioned the presence of treasure within the mysterious Ice Palace, his eyes instantly lit up as he inquired eagerly, “What kind of treasure?”
Upon seeing Li Tongtian appearing to be more concerned about the so-called treasure, Li Youbing’s heart filled with disappointment. She had been hesitating whether she should make her move or not. But at this moment, all hesitation vanished.
Thud!
Li Youbing suddenly collapsed on the icy ground, lying motionless, seemingly unconscious.
With his mind preoccupied with the treasure within the Ice Palace, Li Tongtian didn’t overthink it. Together with the others, he moved immediately to check on Li Youbing’s condition.
“Huh?” Just as Li Tongtian was approaching Li Youbing, his expression dramatically changed. It appeared as if he had sensed something.
“Not good! Everyone, get back!” Li Tongtian roared in fury. He immediately turned around and started running back. Everyone else, feeling puzzled, also started to follow Li Tongtian.
At this time, Li Youbing stood up, her face cold and her eyes filled with a mix of mockery and pity.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Li Tongtian was knocked back harshly against an invisible barrier, and the other members of the Li family were also pushed backwards.
“What’s happening?” The Li family members were shocked, completely clueless about the sudden development.
Li Tongtian futilely pounded his fists against the invisible barrier a few times. Then he abruptly turned around, glaring furiously at Li Youbing.
“It was you who intentionally led us here!” Li Tongtian roared darkly.
By now, everyone within the Li family had also discovered that they could no longer harness their inner strength. In the face of such developments, they were beset with panic, unsure of what to do.
Li Youbing laughed coldly: “Yes, indeed, this was my intention.”
Blazing with fury, Li Tongtian charged straight at Li Youbing. Although he no longer had control over his internal strength, he was hell-bent on killing Li Youbing right here, right now.
Just at this moment, Fang Lin burst into triumphant laughter. “Hahaha, Li Tongtian, you bastard, you finally took the bait!” Alongside Qing Jianzi, Yang Pojun, and others, Fang Lin emerged from their hiding.
The sight of the royal family and people from the Purple Mist Sect stunned Li Tongtian, who quickly stopped in his tracks and started retreating.
“Li Youbing, have you lost your mind? Collaborating with outsiders to plot against us!” Li Tongtian yelled in disgust. If he had known earlier that Li Youbing was going to team up with the Purple Mist Sect and the royal family, he would have killed her without reservation.
However, it was too late now. Seeing the superior number of opponents, Li Tongtian realized that his life was most likely going to end here.
Without inner strength, he was no stronger than the average person. At this moment, the sheer number of adversaries began to demonstrate its advantage.
The side with more people would emerge victorious. Even an average disciple from the Purple Mist Sect, he guessed, could overpower him.
Yang Pojun and Qing Jianzi both had looks of excitement. Li Tongtian was a big fish; high-ranking within the Li family, and gifted. He was one of the most brilliant young talents of his generation.
Neither the royal family nor the Purple Mist Sect wished to see him grow. If they let him develop, the Li family would have an intimidating powerhouse in the near future. This would hardly be a good thing for either the royal family or the Purple Mist Sect.
During this visit to the Endless Dungeon, both the high-ranking members of the Purple Mist Sect and the royal family had secretly instructed Qing Jianzi and Yang Pojun to kill Li Tongtian if the opportunity arose. Li Tongtian must not be allowed to leave the Endless Dungeon alive.
But Li Tongtian was an extremely difficult person to deal with. He was not just strong, but extremely cunning as well. So it was quite difficult to trap him in a scheme.
If it hadn’t been for the fall-out between Li Youbing and Li Tongtian, Fang Lin and the others would never have had the opportunity to set such a trap. And, if Li Youbing had not deployed her almost indistinguishably real-life acting skills, Li Tongtian wouldn’t have ever become subject to this trap.
Li Tongtian and the remaining twenty-odd members of the Li family were huddled together. Usually arrogantly considering themselves superior, these family members were now trembling with fear, their faces filled with terror and despair.
They were not fools. They could see clearly that they were now in a desperate situation with no way out.
Li Tongtian was pale, feeling both helpless and at a loss about what to do next.
Li Youbing turned her back to the Li family. Her heart filled with complex emotions, she couldn’t bear to watch the brutal scene even though they were all from the same clan.
“Li Tongtian, you used to be so arrogant, didn’t you? You wanted our lives? We are here now. Come and take them,” Fang Lin said, hands on his hips, laughing heartily in his triumphant moment.
Qing Jianzi coughed, signaling Fang Lin to remain composed and to avoid behaving like an unprincipled person who has obtained power.
Li Tongtian’s hand touched the Nine Palace Bag as he growled, “Are you going all out against my Li family?”
Qing Jianzi chuckled coldly, “I’m afraid it’ll just be the fish that dies, while the net remains unbroken.”
Yang Pojun didn’t wish to waste any more words and drew out his spear, displaying an eager expression.
With her back to the Li family, Li Youbing announced, “Today, only Li Tongtian will die. Anyone who helps me capture Li Tongtian can be spared. If you resist, you will be killed without mercy!”
Upon hearing this, Li Tongtian’s face turned paler, while the gaze of many from the Li family began flickering.
Li Tongtian clenched his teeth, abruptly drawing something out as he prepared for one last struggle.
But in the next moment, he was pushed to the ground by several Li family disciples. His weapon, before he could use it, was seized by someone else.
“Bastards! You’ll all meet a terrible end!” Li Tongtian cursed roaringly, his heart filled with misery. He couldn’t believe he would die at the hands of his own clan members.
Yang Pojun stepped forward, not bothering to say anything, and thrust his spear directly into Li Tongtian’s chest.
With a grim smile on his face, Li Tongtian fell to the ground, his eyes filled with bitterness and despair while blood kept seeping from his mouth.
The other members of the Li family retreated back, terrified that Yang Pojun might attack them next.
However, Yang Pojun only killed Li Tongtian and then immediately put away his spear.
Only then did Li Youbing turn back around. Seeing that Li Tongtian was indeed dead, her face revealed a trace of sorrow. She sighed.
But just as this happened, Li Tongtian’s body suddenly rose from the ground. To everyone’s horror, the body of Li Tongtian inexplicably flew towards the direction of the Ice Palace.