"What a bold statement!"
Hearing Evan Lin's words, the Ren Family's young master sitting there was stunned at first.
Then, he burst out laughing.
He wasn't angry—just looked at Evan with even colder, darker eyes.
"He really has no idea what the Ren Family means on Seahaven Island."
"Some out-of-town kid, doesn't know what's good for him. This guy's probably done for."
"He did throw the Ren Family young master's three bodyguards into the sea in seconds—he's got to be pretty tough."
People around started whispering and discussing.
"Tough? So what? Can he be tougher than the Ren Family? Tougher than the ancient martial clan backing them?"
"No matter how tough you are, you're just a joke in front of an ancient martial clan!"
All kinds of voices buzzed around.
But nobody believed Evan could win.
In their eyes, Evan Lin was already a dead man walking.
Mia Chen sighed inwardly.
She looked at Evan, her gaze dazed.
It had been a long time since they'd seen each other.
She realized that Evan felt more and more unfamiliar now.
His calmness and certainty, plus that faint arrogance—like he didn't even care about heaven and earth—were honestly surprising.
Emily Yi and the other girls hesitated for a moment, but ended up sitting beside Mia Chen.
They didn't choose to run away.
Still, they all thought Evan was talking way too big.
Someone had already pulled out their phone and texted Senior Lu.
In their ears was the sound of the boat slicing through the water, mixed with bursts of sea breeze.
The boat sped through the waves, heading straight for Seahaven Island.
The Ren Family young master sat there coolly, watching Evan, his gaze flickering.
Evan just turned his head to look out at the sea, lost in thought.
Soon enough.
With the boat's horn blaring inside.
They were getting closer and closer to the Seahaven Island pier.
"Are you ready?"
The Ren Family young master gave a cold smile: "The moment you step onto Seahaven Island, you'll pay for what you said and did just now."
"Let's go."
Evan pulled his gaze and thoughts back and stood up.
That calm attitude made the Ren Family young master even more annoyed.
This kid really didn't take him seriously at all!
He was the Ren Family young master—wasn't his reputation enough to scare this guy into submission?
Humiliating!
Seeing Evan stand up, Mia Chen also rose to her feet.
"You and your classmates can just leave. This has nothing to do with you."
Evan glanced at her.
This time, it's just repaying Mia Chen for all those times she helped tutor me.
Mia didn't say anything. She was clearly terrified, but still shook her head.
"Nobody leaves. Not a single one of you gets away."
The Ren Family young master burst out laughing.
The boat docked at the pier.
The Ren Family young master had already stepped out of the cabin, looking toward the dock, where Ren Family people were waiting—they'd received his message.
The Ren Family is backed by an ancient martial clan.
Among the Ren Family, there are King Kong-level fighters and two Pointing-to-Mystery experts holding down the fort.
Now.
Waiting at the dock was one of those Pointing-to-Mystery experts.
The expert wore a black long-sleeved shirt, radiated a masterful aura, and looked stern and commanding. He was about forty, wearing cloth shoes, and his face was solemn.
The Ren Family young master was very satisfied, glancing at Evan as he stepped out of the cabin.
Behind Evan, Mia Chen and Emily Yi followed closely.
Victor Zhou and the other guys now stood protectively beside the girls.
They looked full of courage.
"Ant courage."
He sneered.
"Young master is back."
As soon as the boat docked, the Pointing-to-Mystery expert waiting there spoke up.
His voice was like a bell, booming in everyone's ears.
Even the waves that had been slapping against the side of the boat drew back, as if retreating from his voice.
A terrifying aura spread out from the man.
Most people ready to disembark stayed huddled in the cabin—no one dared step onto the deck, afraid they'd get caught in the crossfire.
"This is my family's enforcer, Uncle Eagle. He's a fifth-grade Pointing-to-Mystery expert."
The Ren Family young master looked at Evan, full of disdain.
Pointing-to-Mystery!
The words left his mouth.
Everyone's breath seemed to freeze.
Mia Chen and the others looked confused—they didn't know what Pointing-to-Mystery meant, but just from the heavy atmosphere, they could tell this was something unusual.
"So, do you dare step forward?"
The Ren Family young master wasn't in any hurry.
Uncle Eagle stood there, his gaze sharp, sizing Evan up.
The message he'd gotten was simple.
As soon as this kid set foot on Seahaven Island, cripple him.
Cripple him.
But don't kill.
Make him suffer worse than death.
Leave him struggling in pain for the rest of his life.
That was the real goal.
Everyone looked over, the atmosphere heavy.
Evan shook his head, didn't waste words, and started to step forward—only for someone to grab his wrist.
Behind him, Mia Chen shook her head at him, worry all over her face.
She must have realized Uncle Eagle's strength was terrifying.
"Don't go. Just wait a bit," Mia pleaded, anxiety written all over her face.
Senior Lu still hadn't arrived.
She was waiting too, believing that once Senior Lu showed up, she could ask him for help.
Maybe then things would turn around.
That way, Evan wouldn't have to risk himself.
"Just small fish and shrimp."
Evan gently pulled his hand free, gave her a reassuring smile, then turned and walked calmly toward the man.
"Don't..."
Mia's expression changed and she tried to grab him again.
But her body seemed blocked by some invisible force, separating her from Evan.
"When is Senior Lu getting here?"
Emily Yi grew anxious and asked the girl who'd just messaged Senior Lu.
"He said he's almost here," the girl replied, checking her phone.
No matter what, Evan had helped them out earlier today.
They really didn't want to see Evan get hurt.
"This guy just has to show off. Does he really think he can fight?"
Victor Zhou stood off to the side, suddenly speaking coldly.
"How can you say that at a time like this?" Mia Chen glared at him, her eyes flashing with anger. "He's only trying to help us!"
"Help us? If it weren't for him, would we even be in this mess?" Victor Zhou met her gaze, his expression shifting. "Mia, you're actually raising your voice at me for his sake."
"You never used to be like this..."
Victor Zhou wanted to say more.
But Mia had already turned away, worry etched on her face as she looked at Evan.
The boy's figure was etched in everyone's eyes.
Calm. Unruffled.
He walked across the deck to its end, facing the Ren Family powerhouse head-on.
Pointing-to-Mystery realm.
Uncle Eagle!