Inside the jeep, both Li Mu and Lin Kun fell silent.

After a while, Lin Kun said unhappily, "I didn't expect this kind of thing to happen to our Lin Family."

"It’s your sister's responsibility. To put it bluntly, her character has harmed everyone."

Lin Kun understood the meaning of Li Mu’s words. He knew that what Lin Kun said was true. Now this situation had a lot to do with Miss Lin's dereliction of duty.

In the past few generations, the Lin Family had never seen such a thing. It was not that the Lin Family at that time was more united, but that the householder was decisive enough to hold the whole family in check.

At that time, whoever dared to disobey the householder would be sentenced to death, regardless of whether he was justified or not. It seemed that there was no democracy, but it was the most powerful cohesive force of a family. Because of this, after Lin Wan's father disappeared, her succession to the throne at a young age only became logical.

How much prestige could a little girl have? Her succession was entirely dependent on the remaining prestige of her grandparents and her father. The Lin Family members did not know whether the householder was alive or dead, or whether he could return safely, so they did not dare to cross the line with his young daughter.

It was a pity that Lin Wan did not inherit the qualities of her father. When she grew up, she behaved more like a little girl. Due to her indulgence, her clansmen gradually became less loyal.

Fortunately, she married Little Brother Li. This man was aggressive in his bones. After some adventures, he had a qualitative change like a rebirth. He and Lin Wan complemented each other, which was enough to smooth out her shortcomings.

"Kun, someone is coming!" Li Mu suddenly reminded.

Their jeep was parked in the distance. Several minibuses suddenly appeared and parked not far from the meeting building.

"It's Third Uncle’s men!" Lin Kun replied with a frown.

"Where are our men?"

"They were all ordered to rest at home by Third Uncle. It takes time for them to gather and they haven't arrived yet."

Li Mu pondered for a moment, and then instructed him, "Go and talk to the people in charge and ask them to obey your orders."

Lin Kun hesitantly said, "Brother, they work for Third Uncle, so they probably won't listen to me."

Li Mu widened his eyes and scolded, "D*mn it! You're the young master of the main lineage. If they don't listen to you, won't you kill them? Be a man. Don't learn from your sister!"

Lin Kun flushed with embarrassment, gritted his teeth, and said, "Okay, I'll go talk to them."

Li Mu reminded, "Remember, keep your momentum and use the clan rules. Whoever doesn't follow your orders, kill them!"

"I know!"

Lin Kun opened the door and got out of the car. He took a deep breath and strode towards the minibuses.

After a while, he ran back excitedly. When he saw Li Mu, he said loudly, "Okay, Brother, you can do it now."

Li Mu followed him and came to the minibuses together. He found two people lying in the compartment of a bus. The blood on the ground was not dry. No doubt, they became the victims of Lin Kun’s efforts to assert his authority.

"Brother, what should we do now?"

"No hurry. Let's wait a little longer. After ten minutes, all the staff will get off the bus and take control of the meeting building. Anyone who does not obey will be killed!"

"Li Mu, should we ask Third Grandfather for instructions?" A steward suggested in a low voice. He still wanted to fight for it and did not want to be blamed by Third Grandfather afterwards.

Li Mu came to him in an instant, and everyone only heard a click. The man covered his neck and fell softly to the ground.

"Any objection?"

No one dared to say a word anymore, and they all looked at Li Mu in horror.

They had heard about Li Mu's great achievements. Like Third Uncle, they had generally believed that it was just a white lie and that Li Mu couldn't be that strong.

Today, they saw it with their own eyes. The man who was killed had always been much respected among the main lineage clan for his good fighting skills. But in front of Li Mu, he didn't even have the chance to make a move.

Everyone knew very well in their hearts that he was killed under precautions. Two people had already died, and it was impossible for the rest to be unguarded. But in the end, he was still killed so easily.

This could only explain one truth. There was a huge disparity in strength between the two and the difference was too great. If Li Mu wanted to kill someone, it would be useless for him to be on guard all the time.

Many people sighed to themselves that the Lin Family was about to change, and Lin Wan was no longer the gentle and kind girl she used to be. After this crisis, the Lin Family’s householder would officially return to her place.

People from Lin Wan's lineage came one after another. Li Mu and Lin Kun became more and more calm and confident, while the people from Third Uncle's lineage completely lost their determination to resist.

They were all main lineage clansmen, and they were loyal to both Third Uncle and Lin Wan. When there was a conflict at the top, they certainly chose to follow whoever was stronger.

Li Mu and Lin Kun had already shown their iron fist and determination. Anyone in their right mind would not choose to fight against them. Anyway, it was a matter between the high-level people. Why should they lose their lives because of this kind of thing?

In the meeting hall, Fourth Brother glanced at Lin Wan from time to time with a sneer.

Third Brother took the lead and said, "Everyone has arrived. Fourth Brother, what do you think? You can say it now. We are all members of the Lin Family, and everything is negotiable."

Fourth Brother said unhurriedly, "Third Brother, you’re right. We are all members of the Lin Family, and everything is negotiable. I’ve called for a meeting today just to discuss one thing with you."

Everyone listened attentively and silently.

Fourth Brother took a sip of tea and said casually, "Dantong has been away for many years and we’ve never heard from her. Fortunately, she finally came back before the clan conference. Anyway, we’re glad she has come back, otherwise, some things just can't be done."

"Fourth Uncle, please speak up if you have something to say. I'm all ears." Lin Wan responded without being humble or arrogant.

Fourth Brother smiled indifferently and said calmly, "Oh, you seem quite more sensible after the trip. You’re now listening to the opinions of the elders. It seems that the mainland trip has some gains."

Seventh Brother said sarcastically, "Yes, the harvest is quite big. She went out alone and came back with a man!"

Many people laughed sarcastically. Mrs. Hong said with a charming smile, "Seventh Uncle, you’re right. Lin Wan met the right man in the mainland, and now she is pregnant with the young master. Our Lin Family will have a bright future."

"Right man?" Seventh Brother sneered, "I don't think so. The elders have not admitted their marriage. The boy surnamed Li is not the son-in-law of our Lin Family yet."

"Why? Are you going to interfere with my marriage?" Lin Wan asked coldly.

Fourth Brother continued, "Dantong, you are wrong. Our Lin Family advocates the freedom of marriage and this is the rule set by our ancestors. However, this rule is only valid for ordinary people. You are the householder of the Lin Family. You cannot be arbitrary in your marriage. You must follow the advice of the elders."

Third Brother chipped in, "Fourth Brother, Seventh Brother, we'll talk about this later. Let's talk about business first. What is the issue you want to talk about at the clan meeting today?"

Seventh Brother said loudly, "Third Brother, this is the issue. Dantong's pregnancy before marriage is really disgraceful. In her current situation, how can she represent the Lin Family and participate in the clan conference of the eight major families?!"

Mrs. Hong got up angrily and said bluntly, "Seventh Uncle, what do you mean? Do you have any respect for the Lin Family householder?"

Seventh Brother sneered, "Mrs. Hong, don't forget your identity. You are just the daughter-in-law of the Lin Family. We’re kind enough to allow you to participate in the meeting. You have no right to speak here."

Lin Wan tugged at Mrs. Hong's sleeve and motioned her to sit down.

And then she said to Fourth Brother, "Fourth Uncle, if you have something to say, please say it directly. Don't go around in circles, and don't deliberately belittle my marriage. We’re all members of the Lin Family. If you have any ideas, you may as well say it and let's discuss it together."

"Lin Wan is right!" Third Brother echoed, "Stop fighting. Fourth Brother, get to the point!"

"Okay, since you said so, then I'll go straight to the point. What Dantong said is right. Let's discuss it and see what to do is in the best interest of the Lin Family."

The clansmen present focused their attention on him again.

Fourth Brother said slowly, "Everyone, we all know one thing. What Seventh Brother said just now makes sense. Dantong's marriage is indeed very problematic. In her current state, she is not suitable to be the representative of the Lin Family. We have to find a reasonable solution."

Lin Wan laughed angrily.

"Fourth Uncle, I wonder if you have a solution."

"Yes, there are two ways. The first way is to voluntarily abdicate and let the able-bodied take over. The second way is to abort the child and follow the arrangements of the elders in your marriage."

Lin Wan was too angry to speak, and Mrs. Hong giggled coquettishly, "Speaking of which, you’re just coveting the position of the householder. Why should you brand yourself as the guardian of the family?"

Seventh Brother stood up and scolded Mrs. Hong, "Su Hong, don't forget your surname. This is a family matter of the Lin Family, and you don't have the right to intervene!"

Mrs. Hong was not annoyed and responded cheerfully, "You’re joking. Since I married into the Lin Family, I’ve been a member of the Lin Family. Seventh Uncle, do you want to remove my father-in-law and my husband from the Lin Family?"

"Where is your husband? Call him out and ask him to tell us personally whether you’re a member of the Lin Family or not."

There were laughs all around. Those people were all from the fourth lineage. Seeing the head of their family bullying the householder, they felt great.

Third Brother couldn't bear it anymore and slapped the table hard.

"Seventh Brother, you're going too far!"

Seventh Brother snorted and sat down nonchalantly, ignoring Third Brother.

Fourth Brother said indifferently, "Third Brother, the purpose of holding this meeting is to unify the words and deeds of the Lin Family so that we won’t be laughed at by other families at the clan conference. Seventh Brother is a little impatient, but he means well. Don’t misunderstand him."

"Neither of these two ways is good. I choose the third one!"

There came a man's voice from outside the meeting hall. Lin Wan and Mrs. Hong looked happy, and their expressions relaxed immediately, but Third Brother frowned unhappily.

"Which brat is talking nonsense?" Seventh Brother yelled.

The door of the meeting hall was slowly pushed open and Li Mu walked in steadily. He first glanced at his wife, nodded at her, and then glanced at everyone else in the room.

"Which b*st*rd asked Lin Wan to kill the child?"

Many people had already guessed who this man was. Seventh Brother gave a hint, and two henchmen rushed up immediately, planning to kill Li Mu in one fell swoop and take the opportunity to get rid of this hidden danger.