The Legend of Futian - Chapter 411

Chapter 411: Who Wants the Third Place?

 

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

Yu Sheng stood proudly on the Yunyue Battle Platform. At the moment, everyone was staring at him with a very different look. He just defeated Demonic Blood Palm Nie Yun in a quick and overpowering manner. How strong was he?

Not long ago, many people thought that Ye Xiao was very likely the strongest person present. However, from the look of it, it seemed that the strongest assisting cultivator was probably the god-like figure on the stage.

Below the battle platform, Xing Feng was still witnessing the battle. At the moment, his face turned slightly pale as he finally understood why Ye Futian and his friends did not agree to lose deliberately.

Since they had Yu Sheng, why should they lose? Who said that Ye Xiao was unbeatable? If Yu Sheng were to participate in the last battle, the outcome may be different, and Xing Feng would not have been eliminated as well.

On the Wang Family viewing platform not far away, the cultivators were all astonished. Even the leader’s eyes sparkled as he thought about how they must get Yu Sheng to join Wang Family regardless of the outcome of the tournament. He could tell that Yu Sheng was born with outstanding strength and would definitely be a powerful cultivator in the future. Even when Yu Sheng did not use any spells or techniques, he was already an invincible being. If he did rely on other methods, how powerful would he be?

The leader of Wang Family looked at Wang Linfeng who was below him and said, “Wang Linfeng, very well done by you.” Wang Linfeng bowed in return and replied, “Thank you, leader.”

At the moment, Wang Linfeng was also astounded. Yu Sheng was way too strong. Such a person was actually chased out of White Jade Tower by Shang Hai and Shang Qing in a humiliating way. Wang Linfeng did not even know how to describe this incident. If the people from Yunyue Business Alliance found out about it, what would be their reaction?

Wang Linfeng could see in his mind that their expressions would certainly be very interesting.

The people from Yunyue Business Alliance obviously did not know about this. The incident in White Jade Tower that time seemed only to be a trivial one and the important people in Yunyue Business Alliance would clearly not hear about it.

At the moment, all the cultivators in Yunyue Business Alliance felt extremely terrible. Nie Yun lost so they only had one assisting cultivator left which put them in the most disadvantageous position among the four clans. Although they also seemed to have fallen behind just now, the two cultivators they had were Ye Xiao and Nie Yun. Therefore, nobody really thought that Yunyue Business Alliance was in a bad position. Moreover, because of the domineering attitude of Shang Feiyu, Feng Family and Thunder Clan each sacrificed one of their cultivators willingly. Shang Feiyu even said arrogantly that he would eliminate everyone from Wang Family. However, after Yu Sheng’s battle, the overpowering attitude of Yunyue Business Alliance was destroyed in the most direct manner. Now, they were really in the most disadvantageous and precarious position.

The first clan in the previous tournament had their back to the wall at the moment.

Yu Sheng glanced at Ye Xiao who was beside Shang Feiyu and said in a domineering tone, “Come out.” Many people seemed to be startled. Instead of waiting for Ye Xiao to say anything, Yu Sheng challenged him instead and just stood there.

According to the rules, it was still Yunyue Business Alliance’s turn to challenge someone, but Wang Family could choose the person to respond to the challenge. It was certainly alright for Yu Sheng to fight again.

Ye Xiao’s expression turned cold. Even he was not confident that he could win someone who just instantly defeated Nie Yun. Ye Xiao stared at Shang Feiyu, whose look turned extremely gloomy.

Should they continue?

If he chose to continue and Ye Xiao won, everything would be fine. However, if Ye Xiao lost, Yunyue Business Alliance would not have any assisting cultivators left. In the final battle later, he had to face three people from Feng Family and three from Thunder Clan by himself. In any case, he would definitely lose in the end. Even in the best scenario, he could only obtain the third place: the three forces would jointly eliminate Wang Family first, and then he would be eliminated by Feng Family and Thunder Clan.

In the last tournament, Yunyue Business Alliance obtained first. How could he accept the third place this time?

Noticing that Shang Feiyu was hesitating, everyone knew that the previous battle had totally shocked Shang Feiyu. His words just now were only like a joke.

Eliminate everyone from Wang Family? At the moment, he did not even dare to send Ye Xiao onto the stage.

Suddenly, someone from Wang Family said, “Yunyue Business Alliance, what are you waiting for?” It was like the response to Yunyue Business Alliance’s prompt just now.

Shang Feiyu clenched his fists firmly. Finally, he made up his mind and said, “We will give up.” He needed Ye Xiao to help him in the final battle later.

Yu Sheng glanced coldly at Shang Feiyu and Ye Xiao and said, “If you don’t dare, just shut up.” After that, he turned around and left. Shang Feiyu burst into a rage as it was extremely humiliating.

The cultivators from the four factions all returned to their positions. At the moment, Wang Family’s advantage was already very obvious. They had three assisting cultivators, and all of them were probably very strong.

Thunder Clan and Feng Family each had two assisting cultivators, while Yunyue Business Alliance only had Ye Xiao. However, the following battle would no longer be only between the assisting cultivators. The disciples from the four clans would also join.

Dong! The battle drum was hit again, turning the atmosphere in the battlefield even more solemn. Everyone knew that the final battle was about to start.

“The ranking of the tournament depends on the order in which each clan is eliminated. The clan all of whose members are eliminated first will be ranked the last, and so on,” someone in front of the battle drum announced.

“You can begin.” After he finished speaking, on the Yunyue Battle Platform, Shang Feiyu and Ye Xiao stood up with a cold expression on their faces.

The people from the Thunder Clan and Feng Family also stood up one after another.

Wang Yurou glanced at Ye Futian who was beside her and saw Ye Futian, Yu Sheng, and Ye Wuchen still sitting there calmly.

“They will probably target us together,” Wang Yurou said softly. At the moment, instead of feeling relaxed, she became even more anxious. Although they seemed to be in the most advantageous position, it was often also the most dangerous position. The other three clans would not want to see such an absolute advantage.

Indeed, right after Wang Yurou finished speaking, the people from the other three clans all looked at them simultaneously. The people from Wang Family noticed the scene and their faces darkened. The combat ability Yu Sheng had displayed was way too powerful, so the other forces were clearly scared of Wang Family.

Wang Family could still end up in last place. When the other three forces teamed up, they would not just have an advantage in term of assisting cultivators. In addition, the three disciples of the clans could fight against Wang Yurou who would be alone.

It would be equivalent to eight versus four.

Even though Yu Sheng was extremely powerful, it seemed unlikely that Wang Family could win.

Shang Feiyu, Feng You, and Lei Xingtian were all very strong after all. They were the best geniuses in the Lower Arcana Plane in their respective clans and were certainly no weaker than the assisting cultivators.

“Even if we lose this, it’s only because of bad luck. Nobody in Wang Family shall discuss this battle or blame Yurou and the three assisting cultivators. Furthermore, agree to all their requests and reward them just like we would if we get first,” the leader of Wang Family instructed.

“Yes, leader.” The people around him all nodded. He said this because he was worried that some people would be unhappy with Wang Yurou or the three assisting cultivators after the battle. He would clearly not allow such a situation to happen.

Even if they lost, it would not be their fault. Even if the three assisting cultivators would not join Wang Family, the leader would still try to maintain a friendly relationship with them. Sometimes, it was not humiliating even to lose.

As they spoke, the people from Wang Family started to look at the Yunyue Battle Platform, mentally prepared to lose the battle. Clearly, they were not optimistic about the outcome of the tournament.

The cultivators from the other three forces all walked towards Wang Family as if they had an unspoken agreement. It was clear why Yunyue Business Alliance would choose to do so. As for Feng Family and Thunder Clan, as long as they could eliminate Wang Family and then Yunyue Business Alliance, they could compete with each other for the first place.

Wang Yurou stared coldly at the cultivators from the other three forces. Then, she looked at Ye Futian and said, “If I knew earlier that Yu Sheng is so strong, I would not have given up the challenge. Then we would not have ended up in such a situation.”

Ye Futian did not say anything. Wang Yurou added, “Remember what you promised. If we don’t win, you will do whatever I say.”

Ye Futian smiled and glanced at Wang Yurou. At this time, Wang Yurou was actually thinking about this, but it seemed that she was not stupid after all. After seeing Yu Sheng’s power, if she could let the three work for her, she would definitely earn more than she would if they got the first place.

“Just remember it yourself.” Ye Futian smiled, after which he stood up and walked towards the stage. Yu Sheng and Ye Wuchen followed behind him. Wang Yurou wanted to follow them as well, but Ye Futian said, “Just wait here and watch.”

“…” Wang Yurou blinked her eyes. Wait here and watch? What is he thinking? Does he think that the geniuses from the three forces are all trash?

Although Yu Sheng had defeated Demonic Blood Palm Nie Yun, the assisting cultivators from the other forces were no weaker than Nie Yun. Moreover, Shang Feiyu, Feng You, and Lei Xingtian were all very strong.

The people from the other three forces surrounded Ye Futian, Yu Sheng, and Ye Wuchen at the center of the stage. Ye Futian was facing the two people from Yunyue Business Alliance. On his left, Yu Sheng was facing the cultivators from Thunder Clan, while Ye Wuchen on his right against the cultivators from Feng Family.

“You should just give up,” Feng You said. He did not want to fight.

“I agree,” the people from Thunder Clan nodded. Once Ye Futian and his friends gave up, Feng Family and Thunder Clan would get at least the second place.

“Yunyue Business Alliance will get the fourth place. Who wants the third place?” Ye Futian suddenly said. When he finished speaking, everyone was momentarily stunned. A strange expression also appeared on the faces of the people below the battle platform.

Ye Futian said that Yunyue Business Alliance would get the last place and asked which of Thunder Clan and Feng Family wanted the third place. This was simply too…

“Are you saying that the ranking of the tournament is determined by you?” Feng You asked, smiling. He had never seen such an arrogant person. Even though Yu Sheng was very strong, and even if Ye Futian and Ye Wuchen were both as strong, Ye Futian was really not giving the rest any face at all.

That was way too arrogant.

Ye Futian looked at Feng You. Smiling, he replied, “That’s right.”

Boom! An extremely violent aura erupted before him. Ye Xiao walked forward with his body covered in a golden radiance. He was showered in divine light and seemed all-powerful.

Accompanied by a loud bang, Ye Xiao charged directly towards Ye Futian. A terrifying golden palm print appeared and penetrated across space, grabbing towards Ye Futian. A sharp look flashed across Ye Futian’s eyes as he stared at the incoming Ye Xiao. Following by a splashing sound, countless vines suddenly appeared in the sky. They swept out towards Ye Xiao’s body at an incredible speed.

“The spell is different from just now.” Everyone’s expression changed. Although the spell looked like Lock of a Thousand Vines, it felt totally different. Its power was way stronger.

The frightening golden vines wound around the incoming palm print like a divine tree. Then, they continued towards Ye Xiao’s body. There were too many vines and their speed was too fast. Ye Xiao’s expression changed at once and many enormous golden palm print appeared around him, striking outwards. However, at the moment it was as if Ye Xiao was engulfed by a divine tree. The countless vines penetrated his attacks directly, after which they swept towards his body.

At the next instant, Ye Xiao felt that he could no longer control his body. He was lifted into the air and could not move at all. Countless people stared blankly at the scene before them and were bewildered once again.

Was that really Ye Xiao?

Chapter 412: Outshined in all Fields

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

Ye Xiao, a renowned teen within Yunyue City, reputed to be among the strongest three individuals in the arena, supposedly even rumored to be the strongest. However, his body was now struggling uncontrollably, yet unable to move even an inch. Even someone as strong as him could not stand a single blow. The onlookers felt as though they were in an illusion; Ye Xiao could not even withstand one strike? Was this really happening?

While all this was happening right before their very eyes, Ye Futian was casually standing there. He had a look of ridicule on his exaggeratingly handsome face, as though this was natural to him. His calm demeanor made it clear to everyone that he did not even consider Ye Xiao as an opponent.

Many thought back to how Wang Yurou had prematurely sent Xing Feng to battle, to how Yu Sheng had dominated the rest, and to how Ye Futian had asked them who wanted to be third. It suddenly dawned upon them that Ye Futian did not just undermine Ye Xiao, he did not feel any challenge from the four clans since the moment he stepped onto the Yunyue Battle Platform, and as it turned out, there was another amazing person apart from Yu Sheng.

Wang Yurou stood rooted to the ground. The three of them were challenging everyone else. She could not believe her eyes as she watched Ye Xiao lose the ability to resist with just a single spell. It came as a great shock to her. She thought of the conversations she had with Ye Futian previously. Was this the source of his pride? It was indeed very well hidden. Up until this point, he had not revealed his true strength.

Ye Futian gazed upon Ye Xiao indifferently, and with a loud swish, vines coiled around Ye Xiao’s body, smashing him into the ground with a bam… Following the waves of an earsplitting ruckus that resounded, countless vines attempted to penetrate the Yunyue Battle Platform, impaling every inch of Ye Xiao’s body.

Ye Xiao closed his eyes, his face pale and his body quivering. On the Yunyue Battle Platform, nobody could fault Ye Futian even if he were to kill him. The loud impact attracted the attention of the crowd, and they realized it had been yet another instant kill.

The two strongest aides of the Yunyue Business Alliance, Ye Xiao and the Demonic Blood Palm, Nie Yun, had both suffered humiliation through their crushing defeat. When Shang Feiyu saw this, his aura become exceedingly frenzied, his expression menacing.

He had previously proclaimed that he wanted to rid the Wang clan of all its participants. Thinking about it, he found it ironic. Nie Yun and Ye Xiao could not even defeat a single member of the Wang clan.

The Feng family and Lei clan looked with the same disbelief at what was happening. In reality, the battle had concluded within mere moments, but the impact it gave them was too strong.

Ye Futian’s gaze swept across the Feng and Lei clans, and he questioned them. “Will you two clans decide among yourselves who will be second or third, or shall we do it?”

Feng Xingtian and Feng You both had grim expressions. They looked at each other, then looked towards Shang Feiyu and said, “Shang Feiyu, you confront him and stall for time. Feng You, the two of us settle the fight quickly.”

“Alright,” Shang Feiyu replied coldly.

“No problem.” Feng You nodded as well. The person he was facing was Ye Wuchen, whom he felt would be easier to handle.

Although Yu Sheng was very strong, the three Thunder clan experts, one of them being the prodigy Lei Xingtian, would be able to suppress him even if they were unable to defeat him in a short time. As long as Shang Feiyu was able to stall Ye Futian for a short while, they still had a chance. Compared to being merely second and third, they felt the gamble was worth it.

Letting them decide insinuated that the Thunder clan and Feng family would battle it out while Ye Futian and his partners watched on. What did this mean? Ye Futian would win without lifting a finger.

“Do it.” Lei Xingtian shouted, and he took a step towards Yu Sheng as his voice left his mouth. At the same time, Feng You and his two experts headed towards Ye Wuchen, while Shang Feiyu gradually moved towards Ye Futian.

“Why go to this extent.” Ye Futian sighed lightly. He saw Shang Feiyu covered in a terrifying aura while walking towards him, his life spirit Dharma in full bloom. Yet to Ye Futian, all this was futile.

The Fatal Entanglement still in effect, his body upright like a tree, towering upon the masses. Countless vines morphed into golden lightning, rushing towards Shang Feiyu who was emitting his life spirit.

Shang Feiyu was still moving at the speed of lightning, however, the speed of the vines exceeded his. With Ye Futian at their center, they shrouded every nook and cranny of the arena, swooping towards the trapped Shang Feiyu.

Shang Feiyu let out a ferocious roar, his expression filled with fury. He attacked in a frenzy, attempting to cut the vines that were coming in waves. But what happened next left him in despair, as the strength he was so proud of was only able to slice through a mere few vines, while the remaining oncoming vines bound around him and pierced his limbs and body. In an instant, he was tightly bound and his expression turned deathly.

How could this be?

Shang Feiyu faced the same shameful fate as Ye Xiao, entangled by vines and thrown across the air to Ye Futian’s feet, his pitiful plight witnessed by all of Yunyue City.

“Is this all you have?” Ye Futian cocked his head, looking at Shang Feiyu, his voice brimming with sarcasm. Since the moment he stepped onto the Yunyue Battle Platform, Ye Futian had already known that Shang Feiyu had a bone to pick with him, and he naturally knew why.

The Yunyue Business Alliance had once chased him out of the White Jade Tower in such a humiliating manner, and so when they saw him on the Yunyue Battle Platform, the siblings from the Alliance had wanted to shame him again. However, this time would be different…

Ye Futian coldly glanced in the direction of the Yunyue Business Alliance, and with each step he took, the vines encircled Ye Xiao’s body, lifting him up.

“This… can’t…” The crowd felt as though they were becoming numb to this sight. Shang Feiyu had also been decimated.

While Ye Futian was crushing Shang Feiyu, Yu Sheng and Ye Wuchen’s battles were also concurrently taking place.

The experts from the Thunder Clan headed straight for Yu Sheng, with two at the front and Lei Xingtian at the back, casting Thunderbolt spells through the air, furiously striking down and attempting to trample Yu Sheng. The other two’s attacks were also equally overwhelming. They even released their Life Spirit and Dharma the moment the fight began, using their strongest attacks against Yu Sheng.

A dark golden light started to flow around Yu Sheng’s body, threads of aura circulating him like a set of dark golden armor. Instead of dodging the attacks by the two experts, Yu Sheng moved to grab both of them by the wrists.

“Bang!” Yu Sheng swiftly flew into the air, carrying one person in each hand, as though they were ants. At this moment, everyone completely ignored the two experts; they were already insignificant. What right did they have to call themselves gifted in front of Yu Sheng? They weren’t even fit to be an accompaniment to his strength.

As Yu Sheng landed while carrying the two of them, he flew straight towards Lei Xingtian, descending upon him like a god, attempting to trample Lei Xingtian beneath his feet.

“Crackle… crackle…” Bolts of violet lightning struck down from the heavens towards Yu Sheng, but it did not even make him falter for a split second as the lightning could not even faze the dark golden light surrounding Yu Sheng, instead inflicting further damage to the two experts whom Yu Sheng was carrying, causing their hair to stand on end.

“Bammmmm!” Yu Sheng’s descent caused a great impact, and directly pulverizing Lei Xingtian’s body.

Lei Xingtian let out an enormous roar and struck back as though he was the incarnate of a lightning god. However, Yu Sheng took no notice and proceeded to push down even further. Infuriated, Lei Xingtian manifested a ball of destructive lightning in his palm and blasted it towards Yu Sheng’s foot.

With a bang, Lei Xingtian could be seen half kneeling, breathless as blood streamed from his mouth. The other two experts were also driven into the ground ruthlessly by Yu Sheng. Yu Sheng’s figure appeared godlike, as though he had absolute dominance.

“He’s too strong”, thought Lei Xingtian as he raised his head and looked at Yu Sheng. It was only when Yu Sheng stood right before him that he understood that Yu Sheng had already gone easy on him. Otherwise, he would have been utterly overpowered.

“I admit de…” Lei Xingtian shouted despairingly, struggling internally. However, Yu Sheng grabbed his neck, making a crack sound, as he arrogantly said, “Wait your turn.”

The last place in this battle had to be the Yunyue Business Alliance. Even if Lei Xingtian wanted to prematurely retire from the battle, they would not agree to it. The placing for this battle was up to Ye Futian to decide.

…

On Ye Wuchen’s end, Feng You was shrouded in his wind spell and indeed swift. Not only that, but the other two experts were also empowered with his spell ability. Feng You was a prodigy who excelled in wind spells. All three of them had their speed boosted by his wind spells. Their speed was as though a twister was forming around Ye Wuchen.

Ye Wuchen closed his eyes, his lone arm holding his blade.

“Strike now!” Feng You opened his mouth, and as his voice landed, Ye Wuchen moved. Swift as his blade, all they could see was a glimpse of his blade, as though it had appeared from the heavens to destroy everything in the world. In that instant, Feng You and his partners had an illusion that Ye Wuchen’s blade was already at their necks.

His blade eventually landed in front of Feng You’s throat. As for the other two, there was a trace of blood on their necks. Had his sword gone an inch deeper, they would already be dead. His quickdraw was like lightning. One strike was enough to end it all.

“Tap, tap, tap…” Ye Futian’s crisp footsteps echoed with a peculiar melody against the silence in the area. When Yu Sheng and Ye Wuchen’s battle ended, he had not even finished walking that extremely short distance; such was the speed in which they destroyed their opponents.

Finally, Ye Futian’s footsteps came to a halt. He walked to the Yunyue Business Alliance, with the two bodies in tow.

“Which of you wants to be third?” Everyone was reminded again of what he said before.

Chapter 413: The Siblings’ Terror

 

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

The surroundings fell silent as countless gazes fell onto Ye Futian.

First? To him, helping the Wang family get first was mere peanuts to him. The three of them all dominated their opponents with their high-handed methods. Be it the external support or the prodigies of the four clans, they were all wiped out with no mercy. Nobody could comprehend their strength. What terrifying potential did they have? Was there no one in Yunyue City who could defeat the three of them?

How was the Wang clan able to invite them? This was the thought in the minds of the leaders of the four clans. Could they be disciples from the inner city’s major factions? Ye Futian’s looks and demeanor, Yu Sheng’s dominance, Ye Wuchen’s coldness, all their prodigious talent pointed towards that possibility. However, what was Ye Futian trying to achieve by walking towards the Yunyue Business Alliance?

Shang Feiyu and Ye Xiao were still entangled in mid-air, feeling only embarrassment. alongside them were Lei Xingtian who was in Yu Sheng’s grasp, and Feng You who had a blade held against his throat.

Every moment of the three fights kept the audience around the Yunyue Battle Platform captivated in perfect silence. The Wang clan did not dare to hope for victory, but never in their wildest dreams did they imagine that victory would come as swiftly and one-sidedly as this.

Wang Yurou’s mouth fell open while she watched Ye Futian in complete astonishment. What was he trying to do? Not only her, but Yu Sheng and Ye Wuchen were also looking in his direction. In fact, everyone’s eyes were on Ye Futian.

The vines moved once again, with multiple swishes, the golden vines moved like lightning and dropped the two people onto a corner of the Battle Platform, where the Yunyue Business Alliance and the Shang siblings were.

The two of them landed heavily in front of Shang Hai with a bam. The siblings had somber expressions, different from the sneering faces they had just now.

When Ye Futian first appeared on the Battle Platform, they had scornful looks. They thought that that was just Ye Futian’s means of redeeming his dignity. It would not matter though, as he could do nothing to change the situation even if he had exceptional strength. Therefore, they had the idea of letting Shang Feiyu intentionally picking on Ye Futian and his partners. However, they now bore witness to Ye Futian’s ability. The person they had chased out of the White Jade Tower, was now standing on the Yunyue Battle Platform with absolute authority. He had control over everything and caused the champions of the previous battle, the Yunyue Business Alliance, to fall to last place.

This year, they could get 40 percent of the spirit stone mine’s profits, but next year, they could only get 10 percent. Because of this wealth, the Yunyue Business Alliance could always afford to invite the strongest aides and had never gotten last place for over ten years.

This would be the first time in close to 20 years.

“Are you satisfied now?” Ye Futian looked in Shang Hai’s direction and taunted. He had not even gotten back at them for the incident at the White Jade Tower, and now Shang Hai and Shang Qing had gotten Shang Feiyu to pick on him, challenging the Wang clan incessantly since the start. Could they still afford to laugh now?

“What’s happening?” The Yunyue Business Alliance Leader thought to himself. Why would Ye Futian say these things to Shang Hai? Also, he immediately noticed that since the start of the battle, Shang Feiyu and the Wang clan seemed to have constantly butted heads. Could it be that the younger generation of the two clans had some prior conflict?

Shang Hai and Shang Qing’s faces turned pale as their hearts missed a beat. This *sshole was definitely saying these things on purpose. He was trying to get them in trouble. Indeed, Ye Futian had intentionally done it, as he sneered at them. He then calmly turned around and walked away.

“Wait a minute,” the Business Alliance Leader exclaimed.

“Do you have any questions for me, senior?” Ye Futian replied as he turned back.

“No matter how tempting the terms that the Wang clan has offered you, my Yunyue Business Alliance is willing to give you ten times of that.” No matter the reason Ye Futian did it, fighting on the Yunyue Battle Platform had to be for his own benefit. Since the Wang clan was able to afford it, he was willing to use ten times the price to attract the teen.

“I only need a map and one stalk of Spirit-Refining Grass. That’s enough for me, but thank you for offering, senior.” Ye Futian smiled. The other three clans felt their hearts drop.

A map and one stalk of Spirit-Refining Grass? Such simple terms were enough to exchange for victory in this battle? This was simply unheard of….

Even the Wang clan leader felt cold sweat down his spine. Even though the Spirit-Refining Grass was valuable, but it was nothing compared to their strength and what they had done for the Wang clan.

Wang Yurou suddenly felt uncomfortable. The reward was simply too shabby.

“All right, I understand.” The Business Alliance Leader nodded. “But why didn’t you approach the Yunyue Business Alliance for such simple terms? I can guarantee that my Alliance is the most generous among the four clans. With your strength, there would be no problems getting ten times of that.” His glance then moved towards Wang Yurou, and he said again, “Is it because of that girl from the Wang clan?”

“Why didn’t I approach the Yunyue Business Alliance?” Ye Futian said with a playful smile on his face. “I hope you don’t take offence to today’s battle.” Ye Futian felt that the Alliance Leader’s attitude towards him was friendly, and there was no need to make an enemy out of him. He was willing to let bygones be bygones.

Upon finishing his sentence, he turned and left. The Alliance Leader did not say anything, but took another glance at Wang Yurou. However, he did not know that Wang Yurou was also heaving a sigh of relief. She knew that she had missed an opportunity to get on Ye Futian’s good side on multiple occasions.

The first time was when Ye Futian refused to accept the assessment. If Wang Linfeng had not insisted on taking a gamble, she would probably have missed out on Ye Futian and his partners.

The second time was when she had to make a choice between Ye Futian and Xing Feng. She definitely had the thought of forsaking Ye Futian back then. Thankfully, everything turned out for the best in the end.

The Wang clan had emerged as the champions.

“I know the reason why.” Abruptly, a distinct voice sounded out from the crowd. As the entire Yunyue Battle Platform was silent, this voice could be clearly heard by everyone around. Instantly, everyone’s gazes moved towards the origin of the voice. It was at a corner of the Wang clan. There, a pure-looking girl in a ponytail stood with a look of indignation on her face. Naturally, that girl was Yang Yi. On the Platform, Ye Futian was stunned. What was this girl doing now?

“Oh?” The Alliance Leader looked at Yang Yi and asked, “Then tell me, young lady.”

“It’s because big brother Ye was chased away by people from your Yunyue Business Alliance.” Yang Yi had been unhappy with the way he had been treated, and upon seeing how strong he was, she was even more unhappy.

Since the Yunyue Business Alliance wanted to know why, she did not mind revealing the humiliation that her brother and big brother Ye received that day.

Upon hearing her words, the Alliance Leader’s face turned dour. Ye Futian and his partners had been chased out of the Yunyue Business Alliance?

As the wealthiest clan among the four in Yunyue City, the Yunyue Business Alliance operated multiple trading places in the city. This was how they were able to continuously bring in talent: because they were willing to offer favorable terms to attract talents from different disciplines. Yet here Yang Yi was telling him that Ye Futian and his friends had been chased out of his Alliance?

Ye Qing’s face darkened as she tried to denounce her. “This is the Four Clans Battle, not a place for you and your nonsense.” As she said that, many looks landed on her from within the Alliance. Even the Alliance Leader glanced at her, seemingly picking up on something. Shang Qing was implicitly confessing that she had done something, even she herself understood that. However, she was now in a panic.

She was afraid because she knew the Alliance Leader’s temperament.

If the matter were to come to light now, in front of the four clans, she would have no standing in the clan in the future. Hence, she had to stop Yang Yi despite knowing that it was a foolish move.

“Shut up.” The Alliance Leader coldly said, following which he looked at Yang Yi and questioned, “What exactly happened?”

“That day, my brother was staying at the White Jade Tower with big brother Ye and his friends. My brother was willing to fight for the Yunyue Business Alliance, and was persuading bro brother Ye to do so too. Eventually, big brother Ye agreed to help the Alliance. That day, we decided to inform the people in the White Jade Tower, but there were a few people arriving, and the Tower didn’t have any rooms left. So, the people from the Alliance scattered spirit stones over the floor, and made us pick them up and scram.”

Yang Yi looked viciously at Shang Hai and Shang Qing. Evidently, she still felt enraged while recalling what happened that day. As her recount ended, the surroundings fell even more silent. This was indeed, a huge turn of events…..

Everyone had witnessed Ye Futian and his friends’ strength. Geniuses of this caliber had looked to join the Yunyue Business Alliance. However, not only did the people in the Alliance reject them, they did so in a humiliating manner. Forcing them to pick up spirit stones off the floor and scram?

What huge irony this was.

No wonder the atmosphere felt weird today. This was the reason why the Yunyue Business Alliance was at odds with the Wang clan.

“Hahaha. Yunyue Business Alliance’s younger generation really shows promise.” The Wang clan leader burst out laughing. This was indeed a joy to behold. Not only did they give up the three prodigies, but they also handed him a magnificent gift.

His words were akin to rubbing salt onto the Yunyue Business Alliance Leader’s wounds, The Alliance Leader’s face was already grim beyond belief. His people had done such a thing and ruined his reputation.

“Who was it! Stand out.” The Alliance Leader bellowed. In that instant, Shang Hai and Shang Qing’s face drained of color. If Ye Futian had been eliminated or been someone negligible, this would have been an insignificant matter, and no one would have cared. However, when they revealed their overwhelming strength, it was clear that this matter could not be simply brushed over. This ‘insignificant’ matter would end up ruining their futures.

Shang Hai and Shang Qing walked out, trembling. The Alliance Leader looked indifferently at both of them. His glare terrified the siblings. The vanity on their faces was nowhere to be seen.

Similarly, those who had been there to witness the incident, like Liu Lan and Xi Mu also had colorful expressions.

This time, everyone had been mistaken. Who could have thought that a few guests at the White Jade Tower would be this strong?

Chapter 414: Drop Dead

 

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

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Shang Hai and Shang Qing stepped before the Alliance Leader, only to hear him coldly ask them, “How do you two think this should be settled?” The siblings had ghastly expressions as the rest of the Alliance stared at them.

Shang Hai then said, “Great Elder, even though we have some responsibility for this incident, but we did it in consideration for the Alliance. We helped the Yunyue Business Alliance to find Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman to aid us, and it just so happened that the White Jade Tower ran out of accommodation. Naturally, we had to evict some guests. Back then, they did not express their interest in helping fight for the Alliance, so we had to choose to make them leave.”

Shang Qing chimed in too, “Yes, Great Elder. They refused to move out of the White Jade Tower, so we had to resort to using extreme methods.”

“You call this a reason?” The Alliance Leader stared at the two of them. There were many ways they could have used to deal with the situation. For example, they did not have to host Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman in the White Jade Tower, or they could have used more peaceful means to settle the problem. The only reason the siblings acted the way they did was purely out of their arrogance.

Shang Hai bowed and committed, saying, “We will definitely clinch victory in the other battle.” Right now, there was no value in justifying his actions. The only salvation he had was to show his worth by obtaining more benefits for the Yunyue Business Alliance.

“You had better,” said the Alliance Leader bluntly. “Get back in line.”

Both of them bowed and backed down. The Alliance Leader was expressionless, today’s battle had to continue; he would resolve the issue after he went back. His gaze moved towards Ye Futian, and he nonchalantly said, “let the battle resume.”

Everything had already happened the way it did. Shang Hai had already offended Ye Futian heavily, it was no longer possible to rope him over to their side.

Today, not only did they end up last, but the Yunyue Business Alliance also suffered a loss in reputation.

Yang Yi felt at ease now that she had said her piece, but Ye Futian looked at her worriedly. That was a rash decision, she had antagonized the Shang siblings by doing that. Moreover, after the Alliance Leader knew the truth, even though he would blame the Shang siblings, but the furthest he would go would be to punish them harshly. However, since he knew that Ye Futian could not be converted to his side, he would be less concerned about their punishment.

His key priority was still on the benefits that he could obtain. In this round, the Yunyue Business Alliance had suffered heavy losses. The Alliance Leader’s attempts to persuade Ye Futian was because of his strength, but that was separate from his resentment towards him.

“Do the two of you want to decide now?” Ye Futian said, looking at Feng You and Lei Xingtian. Ye Fuchen sheathed his sword, while Yu Sheng released Lei Xingtian. The three of them stepped off the platform, back to where Wang Yurou was.

There was no question who first place belonged to, but second and third had not been decided yet.

“Since it’s already come to this, let’s not compete anymore. How about our clans both share the 50 percent?” The Feng Clan leader looked towards the Thunder Clan.

“Sure.” The Thunder Clan leader nodded. Even though it was not a satisfactory outcome for both clans to share the 50 percent, it was one that both clans could accept, the clan that held the short straw was the Yunyue Business Alliance with only 10 percent.

“Well, go ahead and announce the results,” The Feng Clan Leader said.

The drum sounded and the Wang clan representative reported, “the Wang Clan is in first place.”

“The Feng Clan and Thunder Clan come in second place together.”

“The Yunyue Business Alliance, last place.” The Yunyue Business Alliance representative’s voice was sullen. After the announcement, the Wang Clan leader stood up. The experts by his side all followed suit and turned to where Ye Futian and his friends were.

Ye Futian and Wang Yurou turned around and walked back towards the Wang Clan.

The Wang Clan leader was undoubtedly welcoming them back with open arms in celebration of their victory.

Wang Yurou walked over to the Wang Clan leader and bowed slightly while saying, “Fortunately, we did not betray the Clan leader’s expectations.”

In reality, she was relieved at her luck. The victory had come too easily, and by no means had she contributed to it. In fact, the moment Ye Futian and his partners stepped onto the Yunyue Battle Platform, the conclusion was already decided.

“You’ve done well,” the Wang Clan leader said, smiling.

“The credit belongs to the three of them.” Wang Yurou glanced at them, then turned towards another direction and continued, “Wang Linfeng did very well too.”

“That’s right,” The Wang Clan leader nodded, then beamed and complimented Ye Futian and his friends. “The three of you have exceptional talent, we won the battle completely because of the three of you. If you have any requests, feel free to tell me. I’ll definitely satisfy them.”

“Thank you, senior. We’ll accept the terms that we were previously promised, that’s enough for us. Apart from that, I have an unruly request,” Ye Futian said.

“Feel free to say it,” The Wang Clan leader replied.

“Yang Ting, Little Yi, the two of you come over.” Ye Futian turned around and looked at the Yang siblings. The two of them heard Ye Futian’s voice and were puzzled, then started walking his way.

“Big brother Ye.” The innocent Yang Yi broke into a jog with a beaming smile on her face. She knew how capable Ye Futian was, and was happy for him from the bottom of her heart. Moreover, she had already vented her anger on the Shang siblings.

On the other hand, Yang Ting felt as though something was off. He had mixed feelings towards the matter. He never expected that his life would have such huge ups and downs, that the few people who he had casually greeted at the White Jade Tower would be so overwhelmingly powerful. He understood the world of martial arts cultivators sufficiently well to understand that other than this coincidental meeting, it would never have been possible for him and Ye Futian to cross paths, not to mention becoming friends.

“This is my friend Yang Ting, and his younger sister Yang Yi. I treat her as my younger sister as well, would it be possible for them to enter the Wang Clan to cultivate?” Ye Futian asked for the Wang Clan leader’s opinion. Yang Yi had formerly told him about Yang Ting’s goal to enter one of the four Clans to cultivate. To the siblings who were dependent on each other, entering the four Clans held immense significance. It meant that they would no longer have to be bullied by others.

Of course, the primary reason was that Yang Yi had offended Shang Hai, and Ye Futian needed to neutralize this potential threat.

“Big brother Ye.” Yang Yi gazed at him with admiration, while Yang Ting, who had already guessed the reason, was feeling conflicted.

“Sure.” The Wang Clan leader decisively agreed, saying, “after the two of them enter the Wang Clan, I will not let them be treated shabbily or let them be hurt.”

A person of his caliber naturally knew Ye Futian’s intentions.

“Thank you for that.” Ye Futian nodded in appreciation.

“It’s but a small matter. Take a seat and let’s watch the upcoming battles together.” The Wang Clan leader said, smiling. The Four Clans battle had two more fights remaining. Apart from the Lower Arcana Plane battle, there were also the Middle and Upper Arcane Plane battles.

“You’re being too kind senior, I’ll just take a seat below and watch,” Ye Futian replied courteously.

“That’s fine too, I’m sure you don’t have much in common with an elderly man like me. Yurou, take good care of him,” the Wang Clan leader instructed. Wang Yurou nodded in acknowledgment and ushered Ye Futian to one of the seats among the Wang Clan’s audience.

Wang Yurou sat beside Ye Futian and said, “after today’s battle is over, accompany me back to the clan, I’ll give you the Spirit-Refining Grass.”

“No need for that, just give it to Little Yi,” Ye Futian said, looking at Yang Yi, who was behind him.

“Alright.” Wang Yurou nodded. At that moment, Wang Linfeng walked up and passed a map to Ye Futian, saying, “thank you very much for your efforts in this battle.”

Wang Linfeng was definitely one of the people who had gotten the most benefits out of that battle. Through that battle, he had gone from being one of the marginalized clan members to becoming one of the core members within the clan. It was Ye Futian and his friends who had given him all these.

“No need, you strived for it yourself,” Ye Futian replied. He knew that Wang Linfeng was also taking a gamble on him, and his foresight had paid off.

Wang Linfeng smiled in silence and went back to his seat.

Ye Futian opened the map that had been passed to him, oblivious to the erupting second battle. In his eyes, Yunyue City was just a pit stop on his journey, his ambition did not lie here.

“In such a hurry?” Wang Yurou was surprised. What was in the Barren State map?

The map was large, so Ye Futian asked Yu Sheng and Wang Yurou for help to spread it open. Even though it was just a copy, it showed details for a large portion of the great expanse that was the Barren State. His eyes swept across the map, and his gaze eventually landed on one spot, where a major influence was.

The Zhuge family.

Moreover, they were located right in the middle of the entire State. He would go there sooner or later, and not only him, but his third brother as well. His second sister was there, Jieyu and Xing’er were there too. He wondered how they were coping, they probably missed him a lot.

“Zhongzhou City,” Ye Futian muttered to himself.

“The centerpiece of the Barren State, located at its core is Zhongzhou City, overseeing the continent,” Beside him, Wang Yurou explained.

Ye Futian nodded as he noticed not only the Zhuge family but also the Mortal World and the Nantian House in the vicinity of Zhongzhou city. All these influences being listed were elite forces.

The Mortal World and the Nantian House laid along the eastern region and were closer to where he currently was. Of course, this was relative to the Zhuge family. In actuality, he was still extremely far away. Right now, he had not even reached the center of the eastern region.

Ye Futian noted down the locations that he would adventure to in the future. He would at least have cultivated to the Noble Plane before he would step foot into that region. He was no longer in the Eastern Barren Territory; the people from the Nantian House would not let him off easily if they met him.

He also saw where the Holy Fire Clan and Taixuan Mountain were. They were even further away, with the Holy Fire Clan being in the western region, beside the Fire Mountain. There were also many neighboring first-rate factions being labeled.

“White Cloud City.” Ye Futian looked at one of the cities in the eastern region. He had heard that name before, from the people of the Nantian House.

“White Cloud City is very far from here, the White Cloud City Lord is a legendary figure, why are you concerned with this?” Wang Yurou asked. The White Cloud City was an entity beyond her imagination.

“Looks like third brother has fierce competition.” Ye Futian sighed internally, without explaining anything to her. His gaze moved towards the eastern region and pointed at a landmark, asking, “this is the capital of the eastern region?”

“That’s right, that’s the Divine Sky City.” Wang Yurou had a look of longing in her eyes. The Divine Sky City was the land of dreams to all cultivators in the eastern region. All the strongest cultivators in the regions gathered there, as well as those with the most talent.

“Given the chance, you might be able to head there,” Wang Yurou said. With the potential that Ye Futian and his friends had displayed, there was a good chance that they could get accustomed to the distinguished city.

“Okay.” Ye Futian nodded lightly, keeping the map. At that moment, Wang Yurou said, “I agreed to one request from you just now.”

“I think so.” Ye Futian lifted his head and looked at her.

Seeing Ye Futian look at her made Wang Yurou break into a smile. The change from her usual cold and aloof demeanor showed a different kind of charm. Her smiling face held some semblance of feminine wile. She asked, “what request do you want from me?”

Ye Futian was bewildered by her change in expression and shrunk back, saying, “You’re not trying to take advantage of me … right?”

“…..” Wang Yurou saw him shrinking back and her expression froze. She cursed at him, “Why don’t you drop dead?”

Chapter 415: Correction

 

Translator: Vicky_ | Editor: Vicky_ /Nyoi-Bo Studio Wang Yurou looked at the battle, nervously biting her lips.

Ye Futian looked at her side profile and weakly proclaimed, “I have a girlfriend.”

Wang Yurou clenched her fists in frustration. She had an urge to violently bash Ye Futian.

“Are you going to state your request?” Wang Yurou said unfeelingly.

“I haven’t thought of it yet, you owe me one for now,” Ye Futian casually replied. His bet with her just now was just in the heat of the moment, he did not really have a request since the Wang Clan had already accepted Yang Ting and Yang Yi into the clan.

Wang Yurou did not say anything, her gaze continuing to stare at the battle. Everything started to quieten down.

Ye Futian raised his head towards the battle, which was continuing under the same rules, except the fighters were of the Middle Arcana Plane. Apart from that, this battle was no longer determining the allocation of the spirit stone mines’ benefits, but some of the resources allocation in Yunyue City.

In this battle, Ye Futian only recognized the participants from the Yunyue Business Alliance: Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman, Fire Girl Liu Lan and Black Sorcerer Xi Mu. These were all people he had met in the White Jade Tower. Moreover, the leader of their team was Shang Hai. Evidently, he was one of the more talented cultivators in the Yunyue Business Alliance, and among the elites in the Middle Arcana Plane, and had specially invited Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman to support him in battle.

“Where are you all from?” Wang Yurou asked Ye Futian after her brief moment of silence.

“A small place very far away, you’ve never been there,” Ye Futian replied softly.

Wang Yurou was astonished by his answer. With the strength that Ye Futian and his friend’s had demonstrated, she was not expecting them to be from such an insignificant place.

Just then, the Black Wind Condor and Loulan Xue came over, the Black Wind Condor standing beside him and Loulan Xue sitting down.

Wang Yurou glanced at Loulan Xue and asked, “Your girlfriend?”

“No,” Ye Futian shook his head and replied, “just a friend.”

“Looks like you aren’t a decent gentleman either,” Wang Yurou criticized, smiling. Since Ye Futian claimed that he had a girlfriend, why was he bringing another beautiful lady friend by his side?

Loulan Xue glanced at Wang Yurou and explained, “Maidservant.”

“….” Wang Yurou was speechless. Her gaze returned to the battle and she said, “the Demon Swordsman is going up. I heard what you said before about Shang Hai chasing you out of the White Jade Tower because of him and Sorcerer Wu?”

“Yes.” Ye Futian nodded.

“What do you feel about his strength?” Wang Yurou asked. The Demon Swordsman had drawn his sword, and his blade was quick. One strike of his sword felt as though tens of thousands of Sword Qi erupted at the same time. Among the dazzle of countless Sword Qi, an unpredictably ethereal sword was hidden, swiftly severing the opponent’s neck and causing blood to spurt uncontrollably.

The loser was greeted with death.

“*sshole.” Wang Yurou’s demeanor became unforgiving. The Demon Swordsman had killed one of the Wang Clan’s prodigy aides.

The Demon Swordsman Duan Que turned towards the Wang Clan’s viewing gallery after killing his opponent, and his gaze landed where Ye Wuchen was, as though on purpose. Following which, he walked back to where he was. Standing in wait there was Shang Hai, with an equally cruel expression. He also looked at the Wang Clan, and his gaze stopped where Wang Yurou and Ye Futian were. He was unmistakably targeting the Wang Clan.

“Looks like the battle’s become relentless.” It was no surprise to the countless onlookers who were watching the Yunyue Battle Platform. It was a common sight every year for the first battle to be relatively peaceful. As the battles progressed, they would get more fired up and killing would become more rampant.

In the first battle, the Wang Clan and the Yunyue Business Alliance went head-to-head with each other and caused the Yunyue Business Alliance to lose face. They naturally wanted to get their revenge, and so the Demon Swordsman Duan Que was sent out prematurely and slew his opponent in one strike.

As predicted, the battles progressively intensified and there were more experts dying and getting seriously injured. Each time it came to a duel between the Wang Clan and the Yunyue Business Alliance, the battle would be exceptionally brutal.

Of course, the unlucky ones were the aiding experts from both sides, especially those whose battle ability were not strong enough.

Sorcerer Wu, whose expertise was in sorcery, went up to battle as well. His entire body clad in robes, he had a terrifying battle ability. His eyes seemed to have Dark Demonic Flames in them and one gaze from him could cause his opponent to ignite. His Flame Spell was as scary as Demonic Flames, as they were inextinguishable and could burn his foe to death.

“Looks like we’re going to lose quite badly this round,” Wang Yurou said. The Wang Clan had lost the relaxed attitude they had just now and were watching the battle platform grimly.

Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman were extremely famous, therefore they had caused quite an uproar when the Yunyue Business Alliance had invited the two of them, causing the Four Clans to scramble to invite even stronger prodigies to aid them.

With regards to the duo’s battle ability, the inner circle of the Four Clans did not underestimate them. They were not from their sects, and they were also juniors. This limited the Four Clans’ understanding of them.

Now, after witnessing the duo’s strength, the Wang Clan felt as though things were going to go south, especially since they were being targeted. All the experts assisting the Wang Clan had a high possibility of being wiped out by the two of them, causing the Wang Clan to lose all support.

Over at the Yunyue Business Alliance, the Alliance Leader and many of the alliance members were visibly happier. Shang Hai had not let them down in this battle and had salvaged some of their prestige. If they could get first place in this battle, they would have redeemed themselves.

“Big brother, Shang Hai being young and prideful, it can’t be avoided that he would make some mistakes. However, it seems that he really did it for the Yunyue Business Alliance. Under those circumstances, for him to get on the good side of prodigies like Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman, he would naturally ignore some other people.” One of the elders beside the Alliance Leader said. He was Shang Hai’s grandfather; he had no reason to speak up for Shang Hai’s mistake just now. However, he could now help to clear Shang Hai’s name.

“Indeed, Shang Hai has good insight, the experts supporting the Wang Clan are too arrogant. They’re evidently insistent on getting revenge on our Yunyue Business Alliance,” another person spoke up, causing the Alliance Leader to nod his head and say, “If Shang Hai can get first for this battle, I’ll let the matter rest.”

The remaining people nodded their heads and turned their attention back to the battle.

As the battle progressed, the Wang Clan and the Yunyue Business Alliance continued to be at loggerheads. There was still no one who could deal with Sorcerer Wu and Duan Que. Eventually, the Wang Clan gave up the right to challenge someone, but the Yunyue Business Alliance did not let up and the two continued to eradicate their competitors.

The supporting experts were all eliminated.

“What’s the wager for this battle?” Ye Futian asked.

“The operating rights for various industries in Yunyue City next year,” Wang Yurou replied. The four clans were the strongest establishments in Yunyue City, and so they had a firm hold over the best resources in Yunyue City. The only people who could compete for these resources were the four clans.

“What will happen to the last place?” Ye Futian asked again.

“They can only manage the industries with the lowest profit margin,” Wang Yurou replied.

Ye Futian did not say anything. Judging by the situation on the Yunyue Business Platform, the last place would definitely be the Wang Clan.

The Yunyue Business Alliance was picking on them and the other two clans were inadvertently letting them be and watching from the sidelines. The Wang Clan had gotten the most benefits from the first battle, so they would definitely not let the Wang Clan obtain a good placing in this battle, or it would cause a shift in power balance among the four clans. However, even after the Yunyue Business Alliance had eliminated the Wang Clan, they did not let up and continued to challenge the Feng Clan and Thunder Clan’s support experts. Similarly, all of them were eliminated and ultimately, only the duo from the Yunyue Business Alliance was left standing.

“This looks very similar to the previous battle.” The audience felt a ripple in their hearts. In the last battle, Ye Futian and his friends had been unbeatable. In this battle, it was Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman’s turn. The two of them had helped Shang Hai get into the finals in dominating fashion, and even when they were up against the other three clans, they had not been afraid of a three-on-three. Similarly, they had defeated all three clans with their strength alone.

After the battle, the people from the Feng Clan and Thunder Clan looked at Shang Hai, and heard him say, “In this battle, the Wang Clan will be last place. You all decide who will be second and third.” His words were identical to what Ye Futian had said, as though it was a tit-for-tat.

Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman stepped forward, heading towards a Wang Clan prodigy. The Feng Clan and Thunder Clan experts were a little hesitant, but they did not interrupt them. They were not confident in winning a three-on-three. In the earlier battle, Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman had been too overbearing.

“Forfeit the match.” The Wang Clan leader saw the two of them heading towards the Wang Clan juniors and said to them. If they did not forfeit the match, the duo would definitely be ruthless.

“I forfeit.” The Wang Clan prodigy had an extremely grim expression. The match that Wang Yurou had been in had been extremely impressive. However, this battle had been extremely humiliating.

The Demon Swordsman had a mocking smile, following which he turned around to look at the other two people. The Thunder Clan and Feng Clan experts immediately broke into a fight, which eventually ended in the Thunder Clan’s victory.

The cultivator in front of the drum announced the end of the battle. The Yunyue Business Alliance representative shouted, “This battle, the Yunyue Business Alliance is first.”

“The Thunder Clan, second.”

“The Feng Clan, third.”

“The Wang Clan, last.”

The four voices sounded out and in the Yunyue Business Alliance’s direction, the Alliance Leader and the members all looked joyful.

The Demon Swordsman Duan Que raised his head in Ye Futian and his friends’ direction and smiled, “It seems as though it was nothing special, the opponent was simply too weak.”

What Ye Futian and his friends had done, he and Sorcerer Wu had done as well.

Turning around, he walked towards the Yunyue Business Alliance, looked at the Alliance Leader and said, “I don’t think that Shang Hai made a mistake, what does the Alliance Leader think?”

Shang Hai had forcefully evicted Ye Futian and his friends because of him and Sorcerer Wu. Before this, Shang Hai’s decision had been questioned by many. Even though it did not affect him, but it did not reflect well on him.

The Alliance Leader looked at Duan Que and thought, what a presumptuous individual. Of course, he had the right to be arrogant. He let out a hearty laugh and said, “Of course looks like it was a misunderstanding on my part. What Shang Hai did at the White Jade Tower was right.”

“Thank you, Great Elder.” Shang Hai bowed, and a glint appeared in his eyes. This meant that the Alliance Leader would no longer pursue the matter.

“How can he do this?” Yang Yi had a gloomy look. She had brought up the matter in public to redress Big Brother Ye’s grievance. Yet, the Alliance Leader had corrected his words. Wasn’t this to say that Shang Hai was right to humiliate them?

“Little Yi, he’s driven by profit, this is nothing to be surprised over.” Ye Futian said, smiling and accepting it casually. He was on the Wang Clan’s side, while Duan Que and the rest were supporting the Yunyue Business Alliance. Which side would the Alliance Leader be on? There was no doubt about it. Even if it made Ye Futian unhappy, what could he do about it?

Chapter 416: Gamble Showdown

 

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

Yang Yi naturally understood what Ye Futian was saying, but it did not reduce her unhappiness. She angrily looked at the Business Alliance Leader and said, “I thought he was a good person, but it seems I was wrong.”

“This girl…” Ye Futian let out a bitter smile while shaking his head. He fondled her head, thinking, it looks like Yang Ting really protected his younger sister very well, allowing her to be so innocent.

As the Alliance Leader of one of the four clans, how could the Yunyue Business Alliance Leader be described simply as good or bad?

“Duan Que seems to be intentionally provoking you and your friends,” Wang Yurou said. Ye Futian was aware of that too. After defeating his opponent, the Demon Swordsman Duan Que’s gaze would look towards them. By claiming that his opponents were too weak, and making the Alliance Leader correct his words, even though he had not officially spoken with Ye Futian, he had already taunted Ye Futian.

“Leave him be,” Ye Futian said indifferently, not caring much. Shang Feiyu and his supporting experts had also been arrogant, but it did not mean that Ye Futian needed to prove them wrong every time. To be honest, it was quite boring to do so.

Yunyue City was just a pit stop for him. If it wasn’t for Yang Ting and Yang Yi, he would probably have left the moment he got the map, and not be wasting his time trying to improve relations with the Wang Clan. By doing so, after Yang Ting and Yang Yi entered the Wang Clan, they would be able to lead better lives.

The third battle went on after that, and the atmosphere got even tenser.

As though to prove the audience right, the fights got even more merciless, and no one was able to get off the battle platform unscathed. Every battle resulted in either serious injuries or death. Even battles between the Thunder Clan and Feng Clan had also become relentless. It was apparent that the Feng Clan had been dissatisfied with the second battle’s results, and wanted to make a comeback in this round.

This round, the Thunder Clan and Feng Clan broke away from their earlier low-profile actions and became immeasurably wild, showing their overbearing attitudes.

In the earlier two battles, the Yunyue Business Alliance and Wang Clan had both gotten one victory each in domineering fashion, and their clans had only been able to fight for second or third place. To the other two clans among the four clans, this was not a glorious feat, as it made diminished their presence. The Thunder and Feng Clan did not want to leave this kind of impression on the inhabitants of Yunyue City. What kind of prodigy would want to work for them in the future if this continued?

The first battle had been unexpected and shocking.

The second battle left people marveling at the Yunyue Business Alliance’s might. In this battle, the residents of Yunyue City truly witnessed the strength of all four clans, as the four clans were matched in strength and put up an entertaining display.

Finally, the Thunder Clan dominated the other three clans and got first, the wealthiest among the four clans, the Yunyue Business Alliance came in second, showing off the strong foundations of the Alliance.

The Wang Clan only came in third, and the Feng Clan came in miserably at last.

At the end of the three battles, the Feng family had the short straw, drawing second in the first battle, coming in third in the second battle and last for the third round, doing worse each round.

It was only until it ended that the audience came to a sudden realization that the biggest winner this time was not the Yunyue Business Alliance or the Wang Clan. Although these two clans had been competing fiercely, the eventual winner was the Thunder Clan, drawing second in the first battle, coming in second in the third battle and first for the third round, getting even more dominant each time.

The Yunyue Business Alliance had come out on top of the Wang Clan.

As such, the Thunder Clan leader was beaming from year to year, his commanding gaze circling the surroundings, as he said with a chuckle, “This year, my Thunder Clan and the rest of you have put up a fantastic display. This can be considered a good end to the year, from tomorrow onwards, let us all make preparations for all the matters that need to be handed over next year.”

In contrast to the Thunder Clan leader, the Feng Clan leader’s expression was gloomy. “Looks like you’ve made sufficient arrangements to discreetly become the biggest winner.” In the direction of the Yunyue Business Alliance, the Alliance Leader said coolly. Last year, his Alliance was the biggest winner.

This time, his all-out war with the Wang Clan ended up helping the Thunder Clan.

“The Yunyue Business Alliance did quite well too,” the Thunder Clan leader said, laughing. He looked up at the sky, it was already evening and the setting sun’s rays showered upon the Yunyue Battle Platform, with several rays of golden light. It was indeed a beautiful day.

“What wonderful weather. Let us let this year’s four clans battle end here,” The Thunder Clan leader proclaimed.

“Is it over already?” Around the Yunyue Battle Platform, the endless Yunyue City citizens felt as surrounding the area did not feel a sense of closure. With the ending of the four clans battle, they felt a sense of loss. To them, battles of this standard could only be seen once a year, for them to witness the potential of these prodigies standing above all other cultivators.

“It has ended,” The Wang Clan leader said in a soft voice. Many had even stood up. Wang Yurou and Ye Futian were also among those that stood up.

“Has it ended yet? I don’t think so.” Suddenly, a voice sounded out, and many of those who had already stood up looked towards the person who said that. Surprisingly, it was Shang Hai from the Yunyue Business Alliance.

Shang Hai’s gaze swept across where Ye Futian was standing for a moment, following which he said to the audience, “the four clans battle decides the allocation of resources in Yunyue City. However, after the three rounds of battle have ended, there’s still one more chance to change the allocation.”

The audience’s eyes lit up as they all looked towards Shang Hai. They knew what Shang Hai was referring to. This time, even though the Yunyue Business Alliance was not the biggest winner, but besides the Thunder Clan, they were in second place. Even so, they were still not content?

“You want to start a gamble showdown?” the Thunder Clan leader questioned.

The crowd all had astonished looks. Everyone in Yunyue City knew that apart from the three rounds of battle, there was still the gamble showdown. As the name suggested, a gamble showdown was a gamble.

After the three rounds, the clans’ benefits had already been allocated. The four clans could then use the resources that they had gotten, and use it as a wager to start a gamble showdown against those who had participated in earlier battles.

Shang Hai turned around and said to the Alliance Leader, “Great Elder, I am bitter about the results of the first round that I lost. I would like to win back what I have lost, and I hope that Great Elder can give me this chance.”

The Business Alliance Leader’s eyes glimmered, and a sharp glint appeared in them. He scrutinized Shang Hai and asked, “How do you want to gamble?”

Shang Hai’s gaze fell in the direction where the Wang Clan was, and callously replied, “I will use what I have won in the second round, to wager for what the Wang Clan has gotten in the first round.”

The Wang Clan leader frowned, looking at Shang Hai, and he asked, “What do you mean?”

“Me, Sorcerer Wu and Duan Que were the victors of the second round. We challenge Wang Yurou and her three supporting experts,” Shang Hai said mercilessly. Everyone who heard his words had weird expressions, they thought Shang Hai was out of his mind. Three Middle Arcana Plane cultivators, challenging Lower Arcana Plane cultivators?

“Are you joking?” The Wang Clan leader rebutted emotionlessly. “Even though the four clans have the gamble showdown rule, but there has never been such an unfair battle. I will not accept it.”

“It is indeed rather unfair. As such, I will not participate in the battle, only Sorcerer Wu and Duan Que will. As for the wager, I will add on the 10 percent profits of the spirit stone mine from the first round.” Shang Hai announced in a clear voice, “How about this?”

“Hmph.” The Wang Clan leader snorted. “Ridiculous.” He knew that Ye Futian and his friends had talent, but Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman Duan Que, were also exceptional people in the Middle Arcana Plane. Sorcerer Wu was in the fifth level of the Arcana Plane while Duan Que was at the pinnacle of the Middle Arcana Plane, the sixth level. How could Ye Futian and his friends’ cultivation level even compare to them?

Apart from Ye Wuchen and Wang Yurou who were in the third level of the Arcana Plane, Ye Futian and Yu Sheng were only in the second level of the Arcana Plane. Three to four levels of difference was not something that could be neutralized merely with numbers. Even if the other party raised the wager, there was no meaning in accepting if defeat was beyond doubt. Moreover, if he accepted the battle, Shang Hai would definitely be gunning for Ye Futian and his friends’ lives.

“Go back,” The Wang Clan leader said. The rest of the Wang Clan stared at Shang Hai expressionlessly. What an imagination he had, to come up with such ludicrous terms for a battle.

Ye Futian and his friends also turned away. They had no intention of fighting.

“Don’t you want to prove me wrong?” Shang Hai said deliberately, looking at Ye Futian, whose back was facing him. “You were so arrogant before this, do you want to just walk away in dejection?”

“This *sshole,” Yang Ting said coldly, “he knows no shame.”

A Middle Arcana Plane cultivator trying to taunt Ye Futian into accepting the showdown. Shang Hai was the epitome of shamelessness.

“Brother Ye, don’t fall for it,” Yang Ting said to him.

“I know.” Ye Futian nodded lightly, not taking it to heart.

“Oi.” Another voice sounded out. It was Duan Que, he smiled and said, “A swordsman that is willing to demean himself, is not worthy to hold a sword.”

Ye Wuchen’s footsteps slowed down. Duan Que’s words were evidently referring to the incident in the White Jade Tower where Ye Wuchen had stooped to pick up the spirit stones on the floor.

Ye Futian’s footsteps slowed down as well, and he suddenly smiled brightly and asked, “Why do you do this to yourself?” Saying that, he looked towards the Wang Clan leader and asked, “Senior, do you trust me?”

The Wang Clan leader’s eyes gleamed, and he looked towards Ye Futian. “You mean to say, you want to accept the battle?”

Ye Futian nodded lightly.

“Are you out of your mind? I know that you’re very strong, but that is the Middle Arcana Plane. His fighting ability is at the peak of the Middle Arcana Plane. He’s intentionally trying to taunt you, not just to get the resources from the Wang Clan, but also your lives,” Wang Yurou said in a hushed voice.

“I know.” Ye Futian was still looking at the Wang Clan leader.

The Wang Clan leader looked Ye Futian in the eyes, and guffawed, “it’s been a long time since I’ve seen such a wild teenager. I’ll accompany you in your insanity this time. What we won in the first round, was originally won for us by you. So, I leave it up to you to decide.”

“Thank you, senior.” Ye Futian nodded and shifted his gaze towards Shang Hai’s direction.

At this moment, Shang Hai was beaming brightly. Duan Que also had a radiant smile. He looked towards Ye Futian, saying to Shang Hai in a faint voice, “Don’t forget what you’ve promised to give me.”

“I’ll give you double,” Shang Hai said with a piercing gaze.

“Good. I’ll help you to reap their lives.” Duan Que’s smile got even more radiant!

Chapter 417: Don’t Insult a Swordsman

 

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

Like Wang Yurou had said, Duan Que had been intentionally provoking Ye Futian and his friends in preparation for this moment. Shang Hai had told him that he wanted Ye Futian’s life and had promised him many benefits for it. The best chance to kill Ye Futian was naturally on the Yunyue Battle Platform. Therefore, both Duan Que and Shang Hai were intentionally using provocative language to anger Ye Futian and his friends, and Duan Que had even gone to the extent of insulting Ye Wuchen.

Everything had been for this moment.

To their surprise, Ye Futian and his friends had been unable to withstand the taunting and had accepted the battle.

What a way to court death.

“Grand Elder.” Shang Hai looked towards the Business Alliance Leader. Previously, the conflict with Ye Futian had nearly ruined his future prospects. Now, he was going to reclaim what was rightfully his.

In this battle, not only was he going to kill Ye Futian and his friends, but he would also win back everything he had lost in the first round. Hence, it would be equivalent to the Yunyue Business Alliance coming in first for both rounds, surpassing the Thunder Clan to become the real winner.

The Alliance Leader looked at Shang Hai and said, “Alright, everything will be up to you to decide.” After saying that, he took a seat again, and the Yunyue Business Alliance members around him all sat back down and looked towards Ye Futian and his friends.

Just like how Shang Hai had imagined, they also felt that, regardless of how strong Ye Futian and his friend’s battle capabilities were, the large gap in cultivation levels was not something that could be bridged by raw talent and fighting ability. Moreover, Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman Duan Que were both already extremely talented cultivators, which was apparent from their performance in the second battle. Under these circumstances, the Wang Clan was as good as giving them the win on a platter.

“Thank you, Grand Elder.” Shang Hai was ecstatic, and he looked towards the opposite side where the Wang Clan members were all sitting back down too.

The Thunder Clan leader frowned and looked towards the Wang Clan and said, “Brother Wang, do not make a foolish decision. 40 percent of the spirit stone mines’ profits are not a joke.”

The Thunder Clan had already cemented its position as the biggest winner this time, and evidently, they did not want their position to be replaced by the Yunyue Business Alliance.

The Yunyue Business Alliance was already in an advantageous spot and showed signs of becoming the strongest among the four clans. If this trend continued, the power balance among the four clans would eventually crumble. Now, the Wang Clan was about to give the Yunyue Business Alliance a generous gift, something that he did not wish to see.

“Naturally, I’m not joking,” the Wang Clan leader said. “My decision is final, let the four clans witness the gamble showdown.”

“What respectable resolution.” The Business Alliance Leader chuckled. “If anyone violates the rules of the four clans battle, everyone has the right to execute them.”

“Go forth,” the Alliance Leader said to Sorcerer Wu and Duan Que. “After this battle, the two of you will be well-rewarded.”

Sorcerer Wu stepped forward in silence, while Duan Que marched forth with a grin, both of them stepping foot on the Yunyue Battle Platform yet again. The rays of the setting sun showered down upon them. The two of them were among the most dazzling cultivators among today’s four clans battle. Now, they were going to battle the three most dazzling Lower Arcana Plane cultivators from the first round.

On the other end, Ye Futian and his friends slowly walked down the viewing gallery. Wang Yurou was there too, and she softly whispered to them, “With my strength, I’m simply unable to help the three of you in this match.” Even though she had absolute confidence in her strength, she also knew her limits. Sorcerer Wu and the Demon Swordsman were both exceptional individuals in Yunyue City, how was it even possible to surpass the level boundary and defeat them? She was definitely not a match for them.

“It’s alright,” Ye Futian replied. Wang Yurou glared at him, how could he still be so nonchalant at this point in time, did he not know the dangers that awaited him in the upcoming battle?

The four of them stepped onto the Battle Platform where Duan Que was smiling while looking at them. He had been waiting a long time for this.

“You stay here and watch,” Ye Futian said to Wang Yurou in a hushed voice. Wang Yurou was stunned for a moment and felt anger after she recovered. This *sshole was doing the same thing again.

Ye Futian also stopped walking forward. He turned to Ye Wuchen who was beside him and said, “Wuchen, you deal with him.”

Since Duan Que wanted to witness what a swordsman could do, Ye Wuchen would grant him that honor. Ye Wuchen continued stepping forward. Seeing him come closer, Duan Que had a grin on his face, and asked, “You want to die one by one?”

“Sure, I’ll grant your wish.” The Demon Swordsman Duan Que smiled, and similarly walked forward, a terrifying Sword Will surrounding his body, resonating with the universe.

He stretched out both arms. In an instant, tens of thousands of Sword Wills roared simultaneously, hovering around the vast Yunyue Battle Platform. The Sword Wills formed a horrifying sword-shaped air current, gliding towards where Ye Fuchen was. It was a deadly yet elegant sight. Just like his nickname, the Demon Swordsman had a magical command over his swordcraft, causing his sword techniques to be unpredictable and ethereal.

“A Lower Arcana Plane fighting a Middle Arcana Plane, unable to withstand just a few sentences of provoking. An idiot like you, how did you live to cultivate until today?” Duan Que appeared as though he was embracing tens of thousands of swords in both arms. He raised his head and had a look of intoxication on his face. The moving sword current drowned out everything, enveloping Ye Wuchen in it.

Feeling the aura of his sword current, the Wang Clan did not appear optimistic. What on earth was Ye Futian thinking, letting Ye Wuchen face the Middle Arcana Plane Duan Que alone?

The Business Alliance Leader also felt Duan Que’s Sword Will and a glowing smile appeared on his face. This battle would definitely restore the Yunyue Business Alliance’s reputation, as well as all the resources that they had lost. He simply could not understand why the shrewd fellow from the Wang Clan would agree to such a ludicrous gamble showdown. Even the most crafty person would commit such mistakes once in a while.

Shang Hai’s performance now was indeed commendable.

Duan Que’s body rose into the air, ascending towards the sky alongside his sword. His gaze fell onto Ye Wuchen and he said, “Even though your sword techniques are speedy, but you’re not a qualified swordsman after all. It’s your honor to be able to die at my hands.” As his voice landed, he waved his arm, and in an instant, countless Sword Wills turned into real blades and rained upon Ye Wuchen’s body.

Watching the figure with one lone arm shrouded in Sword Wills, many people gave silent sighs. What a pity, Ye Wuchen’s strength was not to be underestimated, but alas, he was too rash.

At that moment, Ye Wuchen stepped forward. In that split second, it was as though he was not a human being, but rather a sword; an indestructible sword.

At the same time as he stepped forward, a formless Sword Will charged straight ahead, cleaving the sword current. His foot took yet another step forward. Around his body, an intense sword veil formed around him. When the Sword Will that Duan Gang had released rushed towards him, it permeated the sword veil and flowed along the sword veil. Contrary to what the audience thought, it did not break through the defense of the sword veil, but rather it encircled the sword veil.

“Invoking the Sword Will.” Duan Que gazed upon Ye Wuchen bewilderedly. It seems like he has some strength, Duan Que thought to himself.

Both his arms swinging around, countless Sword Wills moved in tandem with his arms, as though all the Sword Qi in the world were under his command. Following up, Duan Que waved his hand and dealt one blow with his sword.

When the sword struck, it was as though the void had split into two by the Sword Will, and words started to appear in front of Ye Wuchen. Ye Wuchen treated it as though he saw nothing, and took another step forward, the words exploded in front of him, and ended up as remnants of Sword Will, continuing to flow around his body, unable to break through his defenses.

Many people had surprised expressions. The Demon Swordsman had already dealt two blows, yet he was still unable to break through or even cause damage to Ye Wuchen.

Duan Que squinted, and his palm stretched out. Immediately, an even stronger Sword Will was manifested and he resonated with the Worldly Sword Will. After that, his fingers moved, and a sword sliced towards Ye Wuchen.

Bang. The harsh blade of light was stopped in its tracks, but Duan Que’s movements did not stop. His fingers continued to brandish even more killing blades as though they were bolts of lightning.

The waves of dazzling blades of light seemed to slice the void apart into countless pieces, and Ye Wuchen’s body was completely engulfed within, enduring the countless Sword Qi’s killing intent. Waves of horrifying light blades submerged his body, blocking everyone’s field of vision. However, seeing those dazzling blades of light, many people felt pity for Ye Wuchen.

In all likelihood, he would have been decimated by these sword techniques.

Among the Sword Qi’s screeching, Duan Que’s movements finally came to a halt, and he looked towards the scary sword storm that Ye Wuchen was trapped in. A cruel smile appeared on his face as all he could feel there was Sword Qi. He could almost see Ye Wuchen’s body being impaled by tens of thousands of Sword Wills.

In the brilliant storm, a fleeting glimpse of Ye Wuchen’s body could be seen. Everyone’s gaze focused on that figure. They saw countless Sword Qi intersecting Ye Wuchen’s body. There was no longer any sign of human life, only the aura of swords.

“Why…” many people sighed. How could it be possible for Ye Wuchen to defeat Duan Que. The Wang Clan leader’s expression was pale. Even though he had joined in on Ye Futian’s insanity, but he still felt terrible seeing this kind of ending. Conversely, the Business Alliance Leader’s face had a resplendent smile. This battle was already half won.

Everyone had differing emotions, but suddenly, the body that had been penetrated by countless Sword Qi moved again. He took another step forward. Even though it was just one step, everyone’s expression froze.

Duan Que was also dumbfounded. Could it be that he was not dead yet? At the moment that he was dumbstruck, Ye Wuchen’s body disappeared, transforming into a blade, an indestructible blade, encompassing the countless Sword Wills that had been attacking him just now and penetrating the void.

Duan Que’s expression changed, following which he saw a pair of eyes, and in his mind, a killing sword figure appeared.

“Get out!” Duan Que angrily shouted. He drew his sword, a sword that was aided by the heavens, slicing through the void.

That strike was extremely beautiful, and it rendered the figure that had appeared in his mind in half. As the blade was striking through the void, he felt a sense of extreme danger. An unstoppable sword was headed straight for him while his sword was already in motion and could not be withdrawn.

“How could this be…” This was the last thought in Duan Que’s mind as the blade severed his throat.

Duan Que’s body quivered uncontrollably, as a figure that appeared to be formed out of Sword Qi stood upright before him. The figure only had one arm and was standing quietly as always, but the sword in his hand had already cut through Duan Que’s throat.

“Don’t insult a swordsman.” This was the last voice that Duan Que heard as his body was torn into smithereens by Sword Qi!

Chapter 418: Are You Satisfied Now?

 

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

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When Duan Que collapsed, the single-arm figure stood above the platform. Everyone was dazed.

Did Ye Wuchen just win the battle? The Demon Swordsman was killed?

Realizing that, people’s hearts beat fast. Shang Hai’s heart also pounded as if a big hammer was beating it. His face paled all of a sudden, all the color draining.

Not a long ago, he had just presumed that he was going to win it all back. Now he was frozen by this fact. A deep fear came to him. What happened before him seemly set him into an icy cellar.

Duan Que was dead. Ye Wuchen killed him. Shang Hai didn’t care how Ye Wuchen did it or why he was so strong. He only cared about the result. This battle was a gamble to him. The wager was what they got in the second round, including the mines. The big fortune was even more important than his life. Now, because of his gamble made out of impulsion, he was going to give all the fortune away. Of course he was frozen and terrified. He had never thought about what could happen if he lost the gamble. Would his grandpa forgive him easily?

The leader of the Merchant Union looked livid. They’d actually been defeated. Duan Que, that proud Demon Swordsman, was killed by a silent single-armed swordsman.

As the saying went, the more silent was the more dangerous. In previous battles, both Yu Sheng and Ye Futian were very high-profile. Compared to them, Ye Wuchen behaved in a more low-profile way. But as a result, he killed Duan Que.

“What a wonderful fight!” the leader of the Thunder Clan exclaimed. “There has not been such a wonderful battle of four forces for many years. He was seemingly very glad to see the Yunyue Merchant Union to be defeated. Among the major four forces, Yunyue Merchant Union was the strongest force. The Thunder Clan naturally didn’t want the Yunyue Merchant Union to be the final winner. The Thunder Clan’s leader was very confident that his clan had a stronger comprehensive strength than Wang Family’s. Even if there was a year for Wang Family to develop, they still couldn’t threaten the Thunder Clan. What’s more, Ye Futian’s group was just the Wang Family’s external aid. He would not feel threatened unless the Wang Family’s youth were as strong as Ye Futian’s group.

As long as they were not the Wang Family’s members and they didn’t plan to join, he would not mind. He also believed that the Wang Family wasn’t attractive enough to them.

Hearing the Thunder Clan’s leader’s words, the leader of the Merchant Union felt more embarrassed. The Wang Family’s members were also stunned. Wang Yurou just couldn’t believe what she had just witnessed.

“What a promising youth!” the Wang Family’s leader also exclaimed. He kept looking at the Yunyue Platform and laughed. “The real talented one didn’t show his interest but was forced to fight. Somebody just wants to be humiliated.” His words were like a slap.

From Ye Futian and Ye Wuchen’s previous reaction, everyone knew that they were not interested at all. But Shang Hai and Duan Que provoked them again and again. They were forced to fight. People all witnessed the result of the fight. Moreover, Shang Hai had planned to let Sorcerer Wu and Demon Swordsman fight Ye Futian’s four people. As a result, the Demon Swordsman was directly killed by Ye Wuchen.

“It’s not over yet.” At this moment, Shang Hai clenched his fists, veins standing out under his skin. His eyes fell on Sorcerer Wu. Though the Demon Swordsman was dead, the mysterious Sorcerer Wu was here. He still had a chance to win it all back.

“Kill him. If you win, what I have promised Duan Que before, I’ll give you in double,” Shang Hai said to Sorcerer Wu determinedly. Sorcerer Wu was his last hope. As long as Sorcerer Wu could kill Ye Wuchen quickly, it was still possible for him to handle Ye Futian and Yu Sheng. As for Wang Yurou, he didn’t even count her in. She didn’t have the strength to get involved in this battle at all.

Hearing Shang Hai’s promise, Sorcerer Wu stepped out. His figure in the black cloak looked very mysterious. He glanced at Ye Wuchen and suddenly a stream of dark flames surrounded Ye Wuchen’s body. The demonic dark fire bloomed like flowers and swept toward Ye Wuchen.

Sword intent appeared from Ye Wuchen and wove into a sword curtain to protect his body. The dreadful demonic dark fire gathered to attack the sword curtain. A hole appeared. The demonic fire penetrated it and the hole kept expanding. That terrible fire eroded the curtain rapidly. The curtain was going to disappear.

Sizzle. The curtain suddenly transformed into beams of sword light and dissipated. Every beam of light contained some demonic fire. Ye Wuchen retreated. He stared at Sorcerer Wu sharply. Sorcerer Wu was not just a fire-attribute sorcerer. The fire was really demonic, but it was also because of his comparatively low level.

Ye Wuchen had a sword body melted with the sword intent given by his grand master. That was why it was a mistake for Duan Que to attack him with sword intent. Unless Duan Que had stronger sword intent, he couldn’t get the upper hand. But this time, the Sorcerer’s level was also higher than his and he attacked Ye Wuchen with such a strange way. Ye Wuchen would very possibly be defeated.

People were surprised at this sight. It seemed that Sorcerer Wu was more fearsome than Duan Que though his level was lower.

The Merchant Union’s leader’s eyes brightened. Shang Hai also became hopeful. It was possible to win.

“Kill him!” said Shang Hai. If Ye Wuchen was killed, the path would be smoother.

The dark demonic fire seemly turned into countless snakes and wreathed toward Ye Wuchen. Ye Wuchen’s sword intent broke out and soared up as if it was going to rip all everything apart. But suddenly, a thunder was heard and a flash of purple lightning crushed the demonic fire into dirt.

Ye Futian walked to Ye Wuchen and said, “Let me handle it.” It was not because Ye Futian didn’t trust Ye Wuchen’s strength. When fighting with Duan Que, it was about Ye Wuchen’s dignity as a swordsman. He had to fight. But when confronting with Sorcerer Wu, Ye Futian didn’t want Ye Wuchen to handle it alone.

Looking at Ye Futian, Ye Wuchen nodded and retreated back slowly. People around the platform were surprised. They thought Ye Futian was overconfident. He could help Ye Wuchen to fight Sorcerer Wu together but chose to fight one to one. Was he really so confident about his strength?

“You could fight together,” said the Sorcerer in a low voice. Hearing his low and eerie voice, many people were surprised. The Sorcerer was even more arrogant. Ye Wuchen had killed Duan Que, yet the Sorcerer was still so arrogant. Did it mean that Duan Que’s strength meant nothing to Sorcerer Wu?

Hearing Sorcerer Wu’s words, Shang Hai’s eyes brightened more.

Ye Futian froze but then smiled at the Sorcerer. He turned to Shang Hai and said, “I’ll give you a chance. You can fight together with him too.”

“What?” The spectators were speechless. Were they competing about who was more arrogant? It seemed that they didn’t take each other seriously at all.

“This is your idea. Everyone heard you. Don’t regret it!” Shang Hai wouldn’t miss such a chance. He walked out and directly stepped onto the platform.

“Of course.” Ye Futian nodded and stepped forward. While he moved forward, the Death Coil was released. His body turned into a big tree. Endless golden vines rushed out toward Sorcerer Wu.

In a black cloak, Sorcerer Wu lifted his head. Dark fire lit up in his eyes. Suddenly, those vines were set on fire by the dark flames. Dealing with such a spell was a piece of cake to him.

The vines appeared endlessly; so did the dark fire. What Sorcerer Wu didn’t expect was that the fire didn’t stop the vines. He dodged quickly without getting hurt by the vines. His eyes sharpened and more fire burnt the golden vines up. However, there were too many vines to burn.

Whoosh. The wind raged. A horde of horrible black fire crows appeared behind the Sorcerer’s body and pounced toward different directions. Where the crows swept, all the vines were burnt out.

One black crow transformed back into Sorcerer Wu’s figure and overlooked Ye Futian in the sky. That pair of horrible eyes under the cloak looked straight at Ye Futian. In an instant, Ye Futian’s whole body was shrouded in darkness.

“Burn!” the Sorcerer said coldly.

However, Ye Futian’s will wasn’t burned down. He looked up at Sorcerer Wu indifferently. Was Sorcerer Wu attacking him spiritually? It seemed that Sorcerer Wu had been hiding his real strength. What a scary man!

At this time, an enormous black crow appeared behind Sorcerer Wu.

“It’s none of your business. You shouldn’t have come,” Ye Futian responded with a cold look. Dreadful lightning flashed in his eyes. The two’s eyes collided and Sorcerer Wu trembled a little as if that lightning struck him.

Lightning gathered and overshadowed the sky. Then the mighty lightning hit down. Since Sorcerer Wu was good at dark spells, Ye Futian decided to attack him with the lightning. The sacred lightning cracked down directly on Sorcerer Wu’s body. Endless black crows around Sorcerer Wu were shattered. He couldn’t escape at all as if he was confined

Sorcerer Wu looked livid. What kind of power was the lightning?

Boom. The lightning descended as if doomsday had come. With the Thunder God Spell cast, the destructive lightning seemly turned into chains and whipped Sorcerer Wu’s body. Both his mentality and body were hurt heavily.

Another black crow appeared. Sorcerer Wu’s eyes became extremely cold. But the lightning descended again and pierced through the black crow as well as Sorcerer Wu’s body. He shook violently.

At this moment, Ye Futian walked forward. His eyes were so indifferent.

Seeing this scene, people’s faces all paled. Ye Futian’s spell was so strong that it even broke the limit of levels. This was also out of Shang Hai’s expectation. He rushed toward Ye Futian immediately. Extremely wild power projected from his body. He folded his hands behind him. Horrible power was gathering there.

“Be careful!” Wang Yurou cautioned Ye Futian.

Ye Futian raised his hand and a long staff appeared in his hand.

“You must die!” Shang Hai’s figure descended. A big destructive handprint rushed toward Ye Futian. The Wang Family’s members paled. How could Ye Futian be so careless? Generally, a sorcerer couldn’t bear Shang Hai’s attacks within such a short distance.

Boom. Ye Futian’s body spun in the sky. A great momentum gathered and his body was surrounded by thunder and lightning. A thunder dragon seemed to appear in the sky but growled like an ape. Finally, with the great momentum, Ye Futian slashed his staff down to Shang Hai who was rushing to him too.

Bang! Without any suspense, Shang Hai dropped like a flash of light and fell down on the battle platform heavily.

Boom! With another blow, Sorcerer Wu’s body was thrown away. Then Ye Futian rushed downward with his staff in hand. With a loud explosion, the whole platform shook violently together with people’s frightened hearts.

Ye Futian slashed down beside Shang Hai’s body. Shang Hai’s whole body trembled heavily. That blow almost frightened him to death.

“Is this what you want? Are you satisfied now?” The staff disappeared. Ye Futian stood beside Shang Hai and looked at him disdainfully. Then he turned around, leaving an extremely conceited figure.

The leader of the Merchant Union stood up from his seat, his hands slightly quivering. The Merchant Union was defeated in such a miserable way.

The Wang Family’s leader also stood up. Looking at Ye Futian, he took a deep breath. Ye Futian was too strong and powerful. It was a pity that he wasn’t the Wang Family’s member.

Both the Thunder Clan and Feng Family shared the same pity. In this battle, the Wang Family was the biggest beneficiary. The whole thing was just because of a young man who defeated Sorcerer Wu with a strong spell and deprived Shang Hai’s ability to fight.

Years later, people in the Yunyue City would still remember their shock brought by this stunning fight. Probably no one could surpass Ye Futian. Though not at the same level, Ye Futian still defeated his rivals so easily. The three young men just showed people their invincible mighty power.

Chapter 419: Wang Yuqing

 

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

The Wang Family followed Ye Futian’s group away. Under the sunset, their shadows dragged. Countless gazes from around the Yunyue Battle Platform were still gazing in that direction in shock.

The leader of the Merchant Union stood up straight, also watching the silhouettes of the Wang Family as they left. The battle was over and the final divisions had been announced. The Yunyue Merchant Union would barely get anything next year.

If one looked closely, one would see that his hands, hidden in his sleeves, were trembling. He turned to gaze coldly at Shang Hai who was pulling himself up.

Right now, Shang Hai seemed to have wilted. His face was colorless while blood still flowed from his lips. His organs seemed to have been shattered by that hit. He was badly hurt. However, no one came to help him away. Seeing their leader’s expression, no one dared.

They all knew that Shang Hai had messed up this time. The leader wouldn’t forgive him. He’d already redeemed himself and the leader had planned on letting him go. But he wanted to take revenge and taunted Ye Futian while they were leaving, thus causing this destructive attack. He’d dug his own grave.

The Thunder Clan and Feng Family all looked at Shang Hai with disdain. He didn’t know his own strength and couldn’t even take a single hit. However, that youth was honestly too powerful. He would definitely become an important figure in the future.

The Thunder Clan and Feng Family were obviously happy to see this result. The most powerful Yunyue Merchant Union was repressed. To the Thunder Family, the Wang Family winning the most was less threatening than the Yunyue Merchant Union. It was the same for the Feng Family. They weren’t last place anymore.

Under these circumstances, the Yunyue Merchant Union probably wouldn’t be able to change anything.

In the direction of the Wang Family, they orbited around Ye Futian’s group. Wang Yurou’s pretty eyes gazed at Ye Futian beside her. “Are you better at sorcery or martial arts?” She was curious. Earlier, Ye Futian’s sorcery had been crazy. Despite his low plane, he could defeat Sorcerer Wu. Ye Futian’s sorcery was too powerful to be a regular sorcerer.

Everyone had thought he was a powerful sorcerer; Shang Hai thought so too, so he launched a close attack. But that last strike had been fatal. The one strike had carried immense power and flattened Shang Hai, the pride of the Yunyue Merchant Union. There hadn’t been any suspense. His martial arts skill was undeniable.

“Guess.” Ye Futian smirked.

Wang Yurou glared, but heard Yu Sheng say nonchalantly, “He isn’t the strongest at sorcery or martial arts.”

“Then what?” Wang Yurou froze and looked at Yu Sheng in confusion.

Yu Sheng gazed at Wang Yurou with a meaningful expression. Seeing his eyes, Wang Yurou instantly understood. She was forced to look away in silence.

Ye Futian glared at Yu Sheng. This guy had changed too much. What was he thinking now? Ye Futian wasn’t like that.

“Little Yi,” Ye Futian called.

Yang Yi walked over and greeted, “Big Brother Ye.”

“After I leave, remember to cultivate well,” Ye Futian said, smiling.

Wang Yurou glanced at him. Was he talking to her? This time, Ye Futian had displayed such great talent. He guessed that the Wang Family would try to keep him, so he made some hints to keep them from asking.

Wang Yurou sighed inwardly. The Wang Family couldn’t keep someone as talented as Ye Futian. She knew that there was no point. Ye Futian didn’t think too highly of her.

“Big Brother Ye, are you going to leave?” Yang Yi looked up, gazing at Ye Futian.

“Yes.” Ye Futian nodded. “I still have many important things to do.”

“What things? I want to go too,” Yang Yi said innocently.

“You dummy.” Ye Futian patted her head.

At that time, the Wang Family’s leader walked over. Glancing at Ye Futian and Yang Yi, he smiled. “Don’t worry. We won’t mistreat the Yang siblings after you leave.”

“Thank you, senior,” Ye Futian said.

“You won so many things for the Wang Family and helped us take revenge. This is nothing. We owe you. Do you have any requests?” the family leader asked.

“No.” Ye Futian shook his head, smiling. “I didn’t know anyone after coming to Yunyue City and met the Yang siblings by fate. I only wish that you will help me take care of them.”

“Alright. Yurou, Yang Ting and Yang Yi will cultivate with you from now on. Yang Yi will be like your sister,” the family leader said to Wang Yurou.

“Yes.” Wang Yurou nodded. She naturally wouldn’t argue. Ye Futian had helped her greatly this time.

“I won’t keep you, but please stay a few days so I can be a good host,” the family leader said. Ye Futian gazed at him, but he continued in a light tone, “Kid, help preserve my image. Don’t reject me in front of so many people.”

“Okay.” Ye Futian smiled wryly and nodded. The family leader was truly powerful. Ye Futian couldn’t reject him.

The family leader finally smiled. He nodded and patted Ye Futian’s shoulder.

It was nighttime when they returned to the Wang Family. They held a big celebratory feast. Ye Futian’s group were obviously the stars. Many people wanted to meet them.

After the feast, they arranged a place for Ye Futian’s group to stay. It was where their core disciples lived and were right next to Wang Yurou.

Right now, moonlight splashed down. A map was placed on a stone table in the courtyard. Ye Futian sat on a stone stool, looking quietly.

“What’s the plan?” Ye Wuchen asked, walking over.

“I plan on going to Divine Sky City,” Ye Futian said. “That is the main city of the Barren State’s east. It will have the most resources, people, and news. We will cultivate there and reach the Noble Plane. What do you think?”

“Whatever you say,” Ye Wuchen said. He sat beside Ye Futian and looked up at the full moon. He completely trusted Ye Futian. The journey from the Cangye Kingdom had given them tacit understanding.

“I don’t dare go anywhere with a low plane. If we reach the Sage Plane someday, we can go anywhere,” Ye Futian sighed. He gave himself a small goal: the Noble Plane.

Only if he reached the Noble Plane would he be able to travel through the Barren State.

The Arcana Plane was honestly too weak. It was difficult to forge ahead without the help of a powerful force. But now, he didn’t want to rely on another force. Nowhere could be like the Cottage. Even if something existed, it wouldn’t have that feeling.

“Thinking of Chenyu?” Ye Futian asked Ye Wuchen who was spacing out.

“A little,” Ye Wuchen said softly. She must hate Ye Wuchen for leaving her in the Eastern Barren Territory.

Noble, Sage…he still had a long way to go, but his heart was growing more determined.

Ye Futian chuckled. His Guqin Spirit appeared and music flowed under the moonlight. It was calm and peaceful, making one feel a slight longing for home.

…

Days later, Ye Futian prepared to leave that day.

Many people were walking somewhere in the Wang Family. A while ago, a figure had entered, causing an uproar. Wang Yuqing, the princess, had returned.

Many elders sat before the main pavilion. Even the family leader came to welcome her personally. Seeing the group walking over, he smiled gently.

The leading woman was beautiful and cold. Both her features and temperament were similar to Wang Yurou. She was even more handsome and seemed more powerful. Wang Yuqing was Wang Yurou’s true sister.

Beside her was a group of boys and girls. They all had extraordinary temperaments and were spirited. They gazed at the Wang Family with cool eyes. They clearly had special backgrounds.

“Grandfather,” Wang Yuqing called to the family leader. However, her tone wasn’t as respectful as the other members. To most people, the family leader wasn’t only the family leader. He was also the most powerful and naturally should be revered. If he couldn’t cultivate, who would revere him?

But Wang Yuqing was different. She’d seen many people at her grandfather’s level out there. In fact, she learned from people of the Sage Plane. After some time, she wouldn’t feel as reverent as the others in the family.

“You’re back,” the family leader said, smiling.

“Yes. These are my senior brothers and sisters,” Wang Yuqing said.

“They look extraordinary. As expected from the Top Three Schools of the Divine Sky City,” the family leader said, smiling. “The banquet is prepared. Welcome.”

Everyone walked forward. Wang Yurou walked to Wang Yuqing and called, “Sister.”

“How is your cultivation?” Wang Yuqing asked.

“Third-level Arcana Plane,” Wang Yurou answered.

“Keep working hard and try next year at the Divine Sky City,” Wang Yuqing said. “Where are Mother and Father?”

“They’re coming,” Wang Yurou said.

“Yurou, call Futian over,” the family leader said.

“Okay.” Wang Yurou immediately understood. She left and went towards Ye Futian’s yard.

“Futian?” Wang Yuqing asked. “Grandfather, who’s that?”

“A very talented junior. I would like you two to meet each other. Maybe you can recommend him to the Top Three Schools. His talent shouldn’t be a problem.”

“The Top Three Schools isn’t that easy to enter,” a youth beside Wang Yuqing said.

“I know that. I wouldn’t say that if he wasn’t talented,” the family leader said, chuckling.

It was undeniable that it was already a miracle for the Wang Family to have Wang Yuqing. If they had another so-called pride, how powerful could he be? The family leader was probably ignorant and didn’t know what true talent was!

Chapter 420: See the World

 

Translator: Vicky_ | Editor: Vicky_ / Nyoi-Bo Studio

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Ye Futian found it strange after he heard Wang Yurou’s invitation. The family leader was quite thoughtful to have Wang Yurou’s sister recommend him to the Top Three Schools. However, the family leader didn’t know that he didn’t want that. After leaving the College and Cottage, he didn’t want to join another school. And if he really wanted to join, he would go by himself. He didn’t need Wang Yuqing’s recommendation.

I’ll just take it as a farewell, Ye Futian thought.

Later, the group followed Wang Yurou to a place. A banquet was prepared. Other than the family leader, a group of youths sat in the upper seats, showing their high status. One of the girls was beautiful and handsome. She was indeed similar to Wang Yurou. She was obviously Wang Yuqing. Other youths sitting beside her looked at Ye Futian judgmentally.

Earlier, they’d heard the Wang Family leader praise Ye Futian to the sky. He really liked this youth, which activated their arrogance.

“Senior.” Ye Futian bowed and the group took their seats.

Wang Yuqing glanced at Ye Futian and said, “My grandfather said that your combat ability is extraordinary and can fight across many planes. What is your Dharma?”

Her grandfather wanted her to recommend Ye Futian into the Top Three Schools. She was curious how powerful someone had to be for her grandfather to be so impressed.

“Senior, you flatter me. My Dharma is quite average. As for fighting across planes, perhaps it was because the opponents at Yunyue City were weak and I was lucky,” Ye Futian said, smiling. He wasn’t really modest. He just said that because he didn’t want to enter the Top Three Schools.

Wang Yurou glanced at him, surprised. She wondered when Ye Futian became so modest. She knew how arrogant this guy was. Plus, she thought that with his talent, he would have no problem entering the Top Three Schools. He could become a disciple sooner or later.

“Oh.” Wang Yuqing nodded slightly and said to the family leader, “Even if the opponent isn’t strong, fighting across planes is still difficult. If you wish to enter the Top Three Schools, you can go to the Divine Sky City at the beginning of next year and join the exam. You must be mentally prepared though. The exam for any of the schools attract the top youths of the entire eastern part of the Barren State. The battle at Yunyue City can’t compare.”

Wang Yuqing sounded like she was preaching. She was Wang Yurou’s elder sister and was slightly older. She also had a higher plane and was an official disciple of the Top Three Schools. For a young talent who wanted to join the school, this attitude was natural.

Hearing the family leader’s words, she thought that Ye Futian wanted to join the Top Three Schools and use this chance to meet them.

“I see.” Ye Futian nodded. He didn’t mind Wang Yuqing’s attitude. He knew that Wang Yuqing was speaking the truth too. Divine Sky City was the main city in the area while the Top Three Schools was the gathering place of all the prides. It must have all the elites in the vast Barren State. It wasn’t something that the small Yunyue City could compare too.

“That’s good too. With Futian’s talent, he would have no problem even if he participated in the exam,” the family leader said. He naturally could see that Wang Yuqing wasn’t very interested. It made sense though. The Top Three Schools wasn’t a regular place and his granddaughter was only a regular disciple. She didn’t have that high of a status. Having her recommend Ye Futian might not be that suitable.

“Oh right, we’ve only been talking about Futian. Yuqing, why did you suddenly return,” the family leader asked. Entering the Top Three Schools meant the chance to enter the legendary Sage Plane. Thus, the seniors of Yunyue City’s four forces wouldn’t interfere with the disciples. It was like they’d broken off their past and just focused on cultivation.

They wouldn’t call their disciples there back even for important things like the battle of the top four. Cultivation resources were important but were incomparable to the disciples cultivating at the Top Three Schools.

Once one of the forces got a Sage figure first, the battle would be over. It would become meaningless. Furthermore, even if one couldn’t enter that plane, they could at least become a powerful upper-level Noble figure. To them, the battle of the top four was an unimportant mundane matter. After opening up their world, people like Wang Yuqing wouldn’t care anymore. Thus, even though they’d heard that Ye Futian’s performance had been brilliant, Wang Yuqing wasn’t impressed. She only felt that Ye Futian was quite talented and could have a chance if he took the exam. But that was it. She didn’t have to care.

“The school issued a mission and is coincidentally close to Yunyue City, so we came to visit. It’s not just us. Many more people will come. Shang Yunfeng from the Blazing Sun School has returned too. He should be at the Yunyue Merchant Union right now with many of the other disciples.”

The Top Three Schools of the Divine Sky City were the Blazing Sun School, Bright Moon School, and Starry School. Wang Yuqing was cultivating at the Starry School. Everyone present was the same. They were disciples of the same school.

The Yunyue Merchant Union also had a disciple cultivating at the Top Three Schools. Shang Yunfeng, whom Wang Yuqing had mentioned, was cultivating at the Blazing Sun School.

“What mission? Can we help?” the family leader asked. If Wang Yuqing needed the family’s resources, he would give it all.

“No, we aren’t the main force,” Wang Yuqing explained. “Many powerful seniors will come. They are the main figures. We are just following to challenge ourselves and see if we’ll have the chance.”

As one of the top forces, the Top Three Schools had many challenging missions in addition to cultivation.

“The Evil Dragon?” The family leader’s eyes flashed when he heard Wang Yuqing’s words. If the powerful figures came and were near Yunyue City, it could only be one place—the horrifying Evil Dragon Zone.

“Yes.” Wang Yuqing nodded.

“Is the sapling grass matured?” the family leader asked. As the leader of a top force in Yunyue City, he obviously knew what the Evil Dragon Zone had. He also knew that the Top Three Schools had their eyes on it. They didn’t want others to get it.

They were waiting for the sapling grass to mature.

“No.” Wang Yuqing shook her head. “But half a month ago, someone went in first to guard it.”

The family leader was shocked. Someone dared to steal from the predator? Who dared to take what the Top Three Schools wanted?

“Who’s so brave?” the family leader asked.

“Don’t know yet, but according to the information, he is at the peak of the Noble Plane. He is handsome and looks scholarly. No one guarding the Evil Dragon Zone is his match, but we don’t know who he is. The information said that he may be a nameless solo cultivator,” Wang Yuqing said. “Thus, the people sent this time are mostly at the peak of the Noble Plane, close to the Sage Plane.”

Ye Futian’s expression turned odd at those words. The peak of Noble Plane, handsome, scholarly, nameless solo cultivator… He thought of someone. It couldn’t be so coincidental, right?

Yu Sheng clearly thought the same. He glanced at Ye Futian.

“Does the Evil Dragon Zone really have a dragon?” Ye Futian asked.

Wang Yuqing glanced at him. The family leader nodded. “There’s a very powerful dragon. Futian, why are you asking?”

“Nothing, just wondering.” Ye Futian smiled and blinked. When he’d been cultivating at the Cottage, he’d wanted to eat dragon meat. “Can I go with you?” Ye Futian asked Wang Yuqing. He wanted to see.

“What would you do?” Wang Yuqing asked.

“I’m ignorant and hadn’t seen these things yet. I want to see the world.” Ye Futian’s smile was brilliant. His youthful handsome features were very convincing. People would think he was innocent and naïve.

Wang Yuqing’s eyes sparkled as she thought.

“Yuqing, since Futian wants to see, just take him with,” the family leader said. “He wants to go to the Divine Sky City too. He can go with you.” To him, Wang Yuqing still wasn’t familiar with Ye Futian. If they traveled together, she could see how great he was. They might become close friends and deepen the relationship too.

Wang Yuqing glanced at her companions. Clearly, she couldn’t decide alone.

“It’s good to think like that. Seeing the outside world is better than staying here. We can take him,” a youth beside her said, smiling. He was Jiang Nan. At the upper Arcana Plane, he was the leader of the Arcana Plane disciples.

“Since Senior Brother Jiang said so, we will take him to see the outside world.” The others nodded.

Wang Yuqing glanced at Ye Futian. “We can take you, but remember, you must listen to our orders. You can’t make trouble. We are cultivating at the Starry School. If you can enter in the future, we can give you advice.”

“Thank you. When will we leave?” Ye Futian nodded and smiled. He had to be low-key outside.

“Tomorrow morning,” Wang Yuqing said.

“Okay.” Ye Futian nodded. Then he looked to the family leader. “Senior, I might not return after leaving tomorrow. Please take care.”

“Good, you can follow Yuqing to the Divine Sky City.” The family leader nodded and smiled. “You will soar after leaving. I anticipate your news.”

“Thank you, senior.” Ye Futian raised his glass!