Extraordinary Medical Saint in the City-Chapter 1177 - 1175: Exile

Yi Tianqiu's face showed not a trace of expression.

As if he hadn't heard Lin Fan's words.

Blank.

Stupefied.

A walking corpse.

He slowly raised his head, seemingly wanting to look at Lin Fan, but the few days spent in the dungeon had left his eyes unable to adapt to the sunlight.

The moment he looked up, his eyes were pierced by the bright sun, forcing him to lower his head hastily.

Lin Fan looked at his disheveled hair.

Lice were having a feast in there.

Yi Tianqiu turning into this state was well-deserved.

If only he hadn't tried to make a name for himself in the name of the Shennong Clan.

If only he had been a bit clearer-headed when he ambushed Lin Fan.

This wouldn't have led to today's outcome.

One wrong move.

And every step went wrong thereafter.

"Young Master Lin..."

The Clan Leader Yi Shengtang's voice came from behind, filled with tension and unease.

It seemed he feared Lin Fan might act immediately.

It would be hard for him to explain to the public.

Lin Fan remained silent, his gaze firmly on Yi Tianqiu. Resentment, helplessness, sympathy, enmity—various complex emotions intertwined in his eyes.

He did not act, instead slightly moved to the side, making way.

Yi Shengtang let out a long sigh.

Two soldiers pressed Yi Tianqiu down before Yi Shengtang, kicking the back of his knees, causing him to kneel before Yi Shengtang.

Yi Tianqiu did not resist, his face carrying an expression of utter despair.

Silent as a chicken, without uttering a word.

The crowd looked at Yi Tianqiu's ragged appearance, feeling a bit sorry for him. After all, he was one of the sons of the Shennong Clan, and it was indeed inappropriate for him to end up like this.

Before Yi Shengtang could speak, they began representing Yi Tianqiu, pleading for him.

"Clan Leader, although Yi Tianqiu did wrong, considering his young age, he still has a chance to amend his ways. We ask you to be merciful."

"After all, he is your beloved nephew, the only flesh and blood of Lord Shengmang. Now that Lord Shengmang is dead, he is the only bloodline."

"The Shennong Clan must not be manipulated by an outsider. We urge the Clan Leader to consider the larger picture before making a decision."

Yi Shengtang was exceedingly annoyed.

These people opened and closed their mouths insisting on releasing Yi Tianqiu.

Who indeed was making threats?

"All of you, be quiet."

But this time, the crowd did not stop, and the trend instead intensified, their emotions growing more fervent.

"Clan Leader, you mustn't!"

"You absolutely cannot be swayed by this ant."

"Do not be manipulated by outsiders."

"The Shennong Clan cannot endure such humiliation."

...

The main hall was immediately thrown into chaos, with everyone speaking over each other, completely drowning Yi Shengtang's voice.

Yi Shengtang squinted and frowned, sensing the situation was slipping out of control.

He couldn't help but turn back to glance at Lin Fan, his eyes showing a hint of helplessness.

As if telling Lin Fan, this was public opinion, and there was nothing he could do.

Lin Fan also stared into Yi Shengtang's eyes, suddenly letting out a cold laugh.

This wretched creature had probably long predicted this scene would play out.

He intentionally gathered everyone, bringing Yi Tianqiu to face the crowd.

Merely using the pressure of the people to force Lin Fan to yield.

Ultimately, he didn't want Lin Fan to kill Yi Tianqiu, as it would tarnish the Shennong Clan and his reputation.

Yet he had already promised Lin Fan.

Therefore, he set up such a scenario, making him trapped in a dilemma between a rock and a hard place.

It's clear he was telling Lin Fan upfront.

It was not that he wouldn't allow it, but public opinion wouldn't allow it, nor would the entire Shennong Clan allow it.

"What does the Clan Leader intend to do?"

Lin Fan's voice was light, cold, even carrying a tinge of sarcasm and provocation.

"This... Young Master Lin... public opinion cannot be defied. If Yi Tianqiu is killed, and it leads to the dispersal of the Shennong Clan... I'm afraid that would be a loss outweighing the gain..."

Yi Shengtang deliberately expressed difficulty, sighing heavily.

Turns out everything so far was just an act.

All the reprimanding of the crowd, driving people out of the main hall, was all for this single sentence.

Lin Fan couldn't help but find it amusing.

"The Clan Leader is indeed meticulous in his endeavors."

Yi Shengtang was taken aback.

"Young Master Lin, what does this mean?"

"Release him."

Lin Fan ignored Yi Shengtang's confusion, gently waving his hand, and spoke faintly.

In an instant!

The noisy main hall fell silent.

All eyes were on Lin Fan's direction, seemingly shocked by those words.

Didn't Lin Fan always want to kill Yi Tianqiu?

The person was right in front of him; why did he say to release him now?

What kind of show was this?

"Young Master Lin... you..."

"You brought Yi Tianqiu before the crowd precisely to use the Shennong Clan people's reputation to pressure me. Since that is the case, I'll spare you the trouble. Release him."

Yi Shengtang's face flushed between red and pale. He had not expected his thoughts to be seen clearly by Lin Fan, sending a sudden shock through him.

"Clan Leader, isn't this precisely what you wanted to achieve?"

Lin Fan slightly raised the corners of his mouth, his eyes glimmering like phosphorus, staring forcefully at Yi Shengtang.

Yi Shengtang was speechless.

Frightened speechless, his heart pounding so hard it seemed to leap from his throat.

Thousands of eyes in the hall.

One moment looked at Lin Fan, the next at Yi Shengtang.

All were dumbfounded.

Regretting their lack of intelligence at the moment, unable to keep up with the pace between the two, anxious.

Why was Lin Fan saying to release Yi Tianqiu?

The situation flipped instantly.

Initially, Lin Fan wanted to kill Yi Tianqiu, and the Clan Leader wouldn't allow it.

Now, Lin Fan didn't want to kill Yi Tianqiu, but the Clan Leader was reluctant to release him.

What are these two up to?

The crowd was baffled, unable to fathom what Lin Fan truly wanted to do.

Yet they couldn't be bothered by so much.

Whoever proposed releasing Yi Tianqiu, they stood on that side.

Thus.

The crowd began pleading and begging for Yi Tianqiu's release, aligning with Lin Fan's words.

Yet no one detected the fleeting sarcasm and cold smile in Lin Fan's eyes.

Yi Shengtang stared straight into Lin Fan's eyes, silent for a long moment.

"You truly want me to release Yi Tianqiu?"

He seemed to have guessed what Lin Fan intended, his voice trembling slightly.

"Yes."

Lin Fan was exceptionally calm, resolute. 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

"Alright..."

"Someone, release Yi Tianqiu."

Yi Shengtang's eye twitched, his expression heavy, brows furrowed deeply.

The hall erupted in cheers, a wave-like roar of approval.

They thought their persistence had finally changed the minds of the two.

Celebrations erupted enthusiastically.

Yi Shengtang, however, paid no attention to the crowd's reactions, staring steadily at Lin Fan, asking softly, "Are you sure?"

Lin Fan looked nonchalant, shrugged, and said, "Doesn't matter."

In the meantime.

The soldiers unlocked Yi Tianqiu's handcuffs and shackles, restoring his freedom.

With a sudden whoosh.

Everyone gathered around Yi Tianqiu, chattering away about who knows what.

Yi Tianqiu appeared to have lost his soul, slumping on the ground, listless, unable to muster energy.

As the crowd chattered loudly, discussing what to do next.

Suddenly!

Yi Tianqiu sprang up from the ground!

Completely breaking his previous despondent demeanor, he forcefully pushed aside the people surrounding him, carving a path through the blood, his figure flashed, agile as a flight.

He dashed out of the main hall!

The crowd was utterly stunned, staring blankly at Yi Tianqiu's departing figure, bewildered, like petrified wood.