Zhao Li only needed to make a slight move to understand the limit of this level.
Bai Baipo felt as though the world itself was against him. For a moment, he controlled the Dou Qi within his body, which had been tamed for countless years, to resist the energy pressing down on him.
It was useless! He was forcibly crushed down from the air, adding another person sprawled on the ground.
Zhao Li's move had even trapped the Four-Star Dou Sheng, Hun Xuzi, for a moment. Although at that time, Zhao Li had burned his origin and unintentionally touched the origin of the world, his current power was naturally far from that level. But Bai Baipo was just a small Dou Sect; how could he resist?
Bai Baipo's voice came through, silencing the crowd that hadn't dispersed yet. But being suppressed right after appearing – this stark contrast caused an uproar among the crowd!
They knew that White Cloud City was about to change again!
Bai Baipo was equally terrified. Lying prostrate on the ground, he didn't dare to struggle anymore and directly begged for mercy:
"Senior, spare my life. I was blind and foolish. Please, sir, just let me go like a fart. Whatever you need, my Bai Clan will satisfy it completely."
He had just broken through to Dou Sect with the help of the Soul Hall and still had a bright future ahead. How could he bear to die like this?
Zhao Li listened to the words that were exactly the same as Bai Baitian's, a cold smile playing on his lips as he got straight to the point:
"What exactly happened with the destruction of the Yun Family?"
Hearing this, Bai Baipo felt the same way as Bai Baitian. He didn't dare to delay and told Zhao Li what had happened:
"The Yun Family originally had a marriage arrangement with my son, Tian'er. But as the wedding date approached, the bride disappeared without a trace and couldn't be found even after searching for several years. Just then, a mysterious important figure appeared. It was he who instigated the conflict between our two families, saying that the Yun Family clearly looked down on my Bai Clan. We were confused for a moment and fell into his trap, following him in a daze to destroy the Yun Family."
Hearing this, Zhao Li thought the plot was a bit melodramatic, but there was actually involvement from other forces, like the Soul Hall. Who was it?
"Oh? Which force was that person from?"
Bai Baipo had no intention of hiding anything and decisively sold out his former helper:
"It was the Soul Hall!"
Zhao Li was a little surprised. Why would they be interested in the Yun Family?
Of course, Zhao Li also knew that what Bai Baipo said had some embellishment. At the very least, whether he was instigated or not, he knew clearly in his heart. It was nothing more than shifting responsibility.
After a slight pause, Zhao Li asked coldly:
"I heard there are still survivors from the Yun Family. Tell me where they are. You only have one chance. Don't say you don't know."
Hearing Zhao Li's cold and murderous words, Bai Baipo shivered and didn't dare to hide anything, telling Zhao Li everything he knew:
"I know, I know. According to that important figure's instructions, we've always had people watching them. They thought I didn't know about their little trick of changing names, but they're still in the city now."
Hearing this, Zhao Li sighed inwardly:
Even continuing to live is because of the pity of a strong person for some unknown reason. How pathetic!
Having gotten the location, Zhao Li, with a wave of his hand, lifted the Bai family father and son and headed towards the place Bai Baipo mentioned.
...
In the outer city of White Cloud City, a restaurant was located at the junction of the inner and outer cities, built across the city wall. It had a large flow of people and excellent business. Being able to open such a restaurant in this prosperous place meant that the power behind it was naturally not to be underestimated.
Zhao Li stood silently in the air, making no move.
"Sir, this restaurant was secretly supported by the Yun Family, but because it was done discreetly, their surface force was one of the second-rate forces in White Cloud City. So, even after the Yun Family was destroyed, it's still thriving. The remnants of the Yun Family are inside."
Bai Baipo quickly explained.
Zhao Li nodded and asked:
"Who are they?"
Bai Baipo's face stiffened, unable to speak for a moment. How could he personally pay attention to such minor characters?
Zhao Li didn't get an answer and understood in his heart:
"Have someone bring them over."
He removed the restraints on Bai Baipo and threw him down.
Bai Baipo stabilized himself and looked up at the spot where he had been. It was empty. But he knew there was a terrifying presence watching him from there, and he crushed the thought of taking the opportunity to escape.
Bai Baipo walked into the restaurant and said a few words at the counter. Soon, someone walked over and respectfully said:
"Greetings, Master."
Bai Baipo nodded and told him to call over the few Yun family members they were watching. The waiter did as he was told, and soon, an old man and three young people were brought over.
The moment they appeared before Bai Baipo, an invisible ripple spread through The Void, and the few people silently disappeared from the restaurant.
In The Void, everyone seemed to be standing on solid ground, facing Zhao Li. Bai Baipo completely gave up the hope in his heart and at the same time breathed a sigh of relief. If he had tried to run earlier, he would probably be dead.
The Yun family members were confused, looking around. Seeing the solemn expressions of the Bai family father and son, their hearts also sank.
Zhao Li didn't want to delay any longer and got straight to the point:
"Do you few know Lin Lan?"
Strictly speaking, both the Yun Family and the Bai Clan were strangers to him. If his Master hadn't given him a temporary instruction, he wouldn't have come here. Encountering these matters, he naturally wanted to resolve them as quickly as possible and return early so he could give his Master an explanation.
The Yun family members looked bewildered. After a long time, the old man remembered something and said somewhat uncertainly:
"Lin Lan? I think I heard my eldest sister mention him."
Hearing this, Zhao Li's eyes lit up. He caught the key word – eldest sister, a female.
Although the fire of gossip was burning fiercely in his chest, Zhao Li knew that now was not the time to indulge. He suppressed his curiosity and asked about the cause and effect of the situation:
"The Yun Family used to be one of the top families in White Cloud City. How did it become like this? Are there any other clan members outside the city now?"
Yun Kong fell silent. The clan members outside were the hope of the Yun Family. As he didn't know if Zhao Li was friend or foe, he naturally wouldn't reveal their whereabouts.
Seeing this, Zhao Li understood the old man's concerns after a moment's thought. He pondered for a bit and said:
"My Master is Lin Lan. He has old ties with the Yun Family. When I was traveling, he asked me to visit if I had the chance."
Yun Kong was still trying to recall Lin Lan. His eldest sister had indeed mentioned him, but it was too long ago. He hesitated slightly and selectively told Zhao Li about the matter.
It turned out that White Cloud City was indeed ruled by the Bai Clan and the Yun Family. The seniors of the two families were old acquaintances. Although there was competition, the overall relationship was good, and they even had an arranged marriage set from childhood.
However, as the seniors of the two families passed away and the younger generation grew up, Bai Baitian became arrogant and extremely dissolute. The bride also had her own ideas. She had heard many bad rumors about Bai Baitian and chose to run away from the marriage.
Of course, the Yun Family members also didn't want to send their junior into a tiger's den, so they turned a blind eye and didn't search for her.
Several years passed, and they thought the matter would slowly fade away. But two years ago, the Bai Clan somehow found a powerful backer. A Dou Venerate expert appeared, and the Yun Family's old ancestor was even killed. Only two or three members managed to escape with their lives after a desperate struggle.
Upon hearing this, Zhao Li realized it was roughly the same as what the Bai Clan had said. He sighed inwardly, If they didn't still have value, perhaps the entire clan would have been wiped out?
After a brief contemplation, Zhao Li decided to follow his instincts and asked:
"Is the eldest sister you just mentioned still alive?"
This was mainly because the Yun Family members in front of him didn't know much, so he had to find someone else.
Yun Kong paused, his expression somewhat mournful. He shook his head and sighed:
"Eldest sister was always unhappy after getting married. Not long after her daughter ran away from home, she passed away."
Zhao Li didn't expect such a result. He was silent for a while, then asked:
"Then do you know where that woman went?"
Yun Kong still shook his head:
"Only eldest sister knew the whereabouts of niece Xin'er."
Upon hearing this, Zhao Li's brow twitched slightly, and he said in surprise:
"Yun Xin'er?"
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