"Alright everyone, enough small talk. Today, our Sacred Land has prepared a banquet. Let's all drink to our heart's content!
Of course, with all of us young geniuses of Tianxiong Domain gathered here, a few martial arts exchanges are inevitable.
So our Sacred Land has specially prepared a competition arena. Anyone who is interested can go up and showcase their skills, letting everyone witness your prowess!"
Mao Xiaohao now proclaimed in a clear, ringing voice.
As his words fell, a massive arena rose with a rumble from the west, floating in the air. Banners fluttered around the arena, and the sound of war drums echoed, stirring the blood of all present.
"Excellent!"
A countless number of people roared their approval.
Many young people had traveled from afar, precisely for this opportunity to showcase their talents at this gathering of youths.
"I now declare the banquet open!"
Finally, Mao Xiaohao announced loudly.
Having said that, Mao Xiaohao turned to greet the young geniuses sitting on the elevated central platform.
Every young genius qualified to ascend to that central platform possessed astonishing status, background, and strength. They were the most outstanding group of young talents in Tianxiong Domain at present!
The reason Tianliang Sacred Land had gathered these young geniuses was to build connections and expand the Sacred Land's future influence.
At this point, the young people at each banquet table began to eat, drink, and socialize. The clinking of glasses and proposing toasts, the sounds of urging others to drink and playing drinking games, created a very lively atmosphere.
Only at the banquet tables at the very edge, where Ye Yunfei was seated, were the attendees mostly those who had gotten in through connections or even snuck in. Each was very low-key and cautious, afraid of causing trouble and being thrown out by Tianliang Sacred Land's personnel.
Only Ye Yunfei appeared extremely composed, sitting with his eyes closed, perfectly at ease and utterly unconcerned with his surroundings. Only occasionally, when his gaze fell upon Mao Xiaohao on the central platform, would a sharp gleam flash within his eyes.
A moment later, taking advantage of the festive spirit, someone stepped onto the arena in the west, showcasing his cultivation techniques and martial arts, eliciting waves of applause.
Soon, others went up to challenge him, and thus, intense battles began on the arena.
At first, it was just some unknown young people who went up to fight on the arena.
Gradually, some young geniuses of minor repute also began to take to the stage.
Everyone understood that at such gatherings of young talents, having arena battles and exchanges was absolutely unavoidable.
All the young people watched the arena to the west, cheering continuously.
"Huh?
You're so strange!
You should be like us, sneaking in to watch the excitement and broaden your horizons. Why, after coming here, are you sitting with your eyes closed, recuperating your spirit, looking completely detached like it's none of your business?
Hey, what are you doing? It's so lively here, why aren't you watching? How can you be meditating with your eyes closed?"
Suddenly, a young girl sitting at the same table as Ye Yunfei noticed him and couldn't restrain her curiosity, asking him.
This girl looked about fifteen or sixteen, with a rosy complexion, delicate features, and a gaze that was innocent and curious, giving the impression of a girl next door.
"Don't meddle in other people's affairs.
Xiao Lian, before we came in, you promised me you wouldn't cause any trouble.
Otherwise, I'll take you out immediately."
A burly young man whispered sharply.
This burly young man knew his sister's personality well — strong curiosity, loving to get to the bottom of everything. She was simply a bundle of curiosity.
"Brother, don't be so fierce. I was just asking out of curiosity, I didn't go and bother him!"
The girl stuck out her tongue and made a face.
Ye Yunfei paid no attention to the brother and sister duo.
"Hehe…
Xiao Lian, don't worry. This kid looks exactly like the type who comes from a lowly background and has weak strength.
There's nothing to fear from him at all.
Besides, my cousin is an outer disciple of Tianliang Sacred Land and is here today helping to entertain guests.
You stinking brat, what huge airs you put on, daring not to answer Xiao Lian's question! Wait, I'll have my cousin come over right now, beat you up, and then throw you out."
A man with slicked-back hair and a powdered face sitting nearby glanced at Ye Yunfei, his face showing disdain as he spoke obsequiously to Xiao Lian.
His gaze held certain desires when looking at Xiao Lian.
"No, Jia Xian, don't bring your cousin over.
He didn't offend me. You are not allowed to trouble him!"
Xiao Lian was startled and immediately stopped him.
"Xiao Lian, you don't need to side with this kid!
I must teach him a good lesson!
Make him learn the immensity of heaven and earth!"
Seeing Xiao Lian defending Ye Yunfei, Jia Xian became even angrier.
"Jia Xian, if you trouble him, I'll never speak to you again!"
Xiao Lian said angrily.
Seeing Xiao Lian's attitude, Jia Xian relented. However, he secretly glared at Ye Yunfei, planning to find an opportunity later to teach him a proper lesson.
"Jia Xian, is your cousin really an outer disciple of Tianliang Sacred Land?"
Xiao Lian suddenly asked curiously.
"Of course.
Look, that guy over there is my cousin.
If it weren't for my cousin agreeing, how would I dare to bring you two siblings in to broaden your horizons?
Xiao Lian, my cousin told me to train hard. In two years, he'll pull some strings to get me into Tianliang Sacred Land as a proper disciple.
Xiao Lian, as long as you stick with me, I promise you'll also have a chance to become a disciple of Tianliang Sacred Land in the future."
Jia Xian pointed to a Tianliang Sacred Land disciple in the distance who was attending to guests, speaking proudly.
"Senior Brother Mao, I heard you've broken through to the World Fusion Realm and awakened the rare Origin Dao Physique. Why don't you go up and show us a few moves to broaden our horizons!"
At this moment, someone in the distance suddenly shouted.
Just moments ago, several of the more famous young geniuses sitting on the elevated platform had already gone onto the arena to showcase their skills. Now, everyone's gaze was focused on Mao Xiaohao.
"That's right!
Senior Brother Mao, go up and show us a few moves!"
The other young geniuses also joined in, shouting loudly.
"Hehe, Senior Brother Mao, why not go up and give a demonstration."
A woman dressed in white robes, with a cool and ethereal demeanor like a fairy from the Moon Palace, said with a light smile.
This woman was precisely Lu Xueyao from Floral Invitation Palace.
"Alright, since everyone is so enthusiastic, I won't refuse."
Having heard Lu Xueyao's words, Mao Xiaohao immediately stood up and gave a faint smile.
Then, his figure flickered forward, instantly arriving on the arena to the west.
Subsequently, Mao Xiaohao displayed his formidable might, defeating over a dozen famous young geniuses of Tianxiong Domain, one opponent per move. He stole the limelight entirely, drawing waves of applause from the entire crowd.
"Everyone, I have a request to make!"
When I first emerged from seclusion, I publicly swore an oath that I would definitely find the disciple of Zisheng Zhenjun, kill him, and avenge my master!
Starting today, anyone who can provide me with clues about the whereabouts of Zisheng Zhenjun's disciple will be handsomely rewarded!"
After defeating another young genius, Mao Xiaohao stood on the arena and suddenly proclaimed in a ringing voice.
After speaking, he waved a hand and simulated a very clear figure.
It was precisely Ye Yunfei's figure.
Ye Yunfei's appearance and Soul Body aura had long been replicated by the higher-ups of Tianliang Sacred Land and were widely circulated.
"Hey, shouldn't you run away quickly!
Mao Xiaohao is publicly displaying your appearance. I'm afraid someone will recognize you immediately, and then you'll be in huge trouble!"
Seeing Mao Xiaohao simulating Ye Yunfei's appearance, Zhu Ziyan couldn't help but become frantic. She immediately sent another Sound Transmission to Ye Yunfei.
Before this, Ye Yunfei's appearance and Soul Body aura had only circulated among some major forces in Tianxiong Domain. Now, with Mao Xiaohao publicly simulating them, Ye Yunfei's appearance and Soul Body aura would soon spread even more widely.
"If only I could find clues about this guy's whereabouts… Then I could perform a great service. Perhaps I could even immediately become a disciple of Tianliang Sacred Land."
Staring from afar at the figure projected in front of Mao Xiaohao on the arena, Jia Xian couldn't help but say.
"Huh?
This person looks so familiar."
Xiao Lian looked at the figure Mao Xiaohao had simulated on the arena and couldn't help but whisper.
Then she suddenly turned her gaze to Ye Yunfei at the same table, made a comparison, and abruptly covered her mouth with her hand, her face starting to show shock.
"Senior Brother Mao, rest assured, we'll keep an eye out. Once we discover this guy's whereabouts, we'll notify you immediately!"
At this moment, many of the young geniuses shouted loudly.
"No need for you to come looking for me. I'm right here.
I've delivered myself to your doorstep."
At this moment, Ye Yunfei, who had been meditating with his eyes closed all this time, suddenly opened his eyes and stood up, speaking slowly. Then, he strode towards the arena in the west.
"Where are you going?
Don't tell me you are…"
Xiao Lian couldn't help but ask.
Ye Yunfei turned a deaf ear and continued walking out step by step.
"Hey kid, Xiao Lian is talking to you. How dare you not answer.
Wait, kid, you look familiar.
Ah, you seem like…
Yes! You are!"
Jia Xian withdrew his gaze and shouted at Ye Yunfei. The next moment, he froze, staring blankly at Ye Yunfei, then cried out in surprise.
"Haha…
Good luck! My good luck has arrived! I actually discovered the disciple of Zisheng Zhenjun!
Kid, if I capture you and hand you over to Senior Brother Mao personally, that will surely be a great achievement!
Kid, stop right there!"
Overwhelmed by ecstasy, Jia Xian let out a roar and charged towards Ye Yunfei.
"Jia Xian, don't cause trouble for him!
You should hurry and leave. Soon everyone will try to capture you!"
Xiao Lian first spoke to Jia Xian, then turned to Ye Yunfei.
For some reason, she always felt that Ye Yunfei didn't seem like a bad person.
"This little girl has a good heart."
Ye Yunfei glanced at Xiao Lian and thought to himself.
Swoosh!
Jia Xian had already charged close to Ye Yunfei and reached out a hand to grab him.
"Scram!"
Ye Yunfei glared.
A terrifying wave of energy pressure surged from Ye Yunfei's body like a hurricane, crushing towards Jia Xian.
Poof!
Jia Xian didn't even have time to cry out before his body instantly exploded, turning into a cloud of blood mist.
Finally, the commotion around Ye Yunfei drew the attention of the entire hall. The eyes of everyone present turned towards Ye Yunfei.
"Who are you, kid?
What audacity! You dare to cause trouble at a gathering organized by our Tianliang Sacred Land!"
Some Tianliang Sacred Land disciples standing relatively close by rushed over.
For a moment, none of them recognized Ye Yunfei.
"Jia Xian is dead!
You brat, you actually killed my cousin Jia Xian! You deserve to die!"
One of the Tianliang Sacred Land disciples suddenly realized the person Ye Yunfei had crushed to death was Jia Xian. Enraged, he drew his longsword and stabbed towards Ye Yunfei.
Clang!
Ye Yunfei didn't dodge or evade, allowing the sword to strike his chest. It left not the slightest trace.
Ye Yunfei flicked a finger. A terrifying wave of energy shot out, directly blasting that disciple into pieces, transforming him into a cloud of blood mist.
The next moment, Ye Yunfei took a single step forward. Like a phantom, he instantly arrived on the arena to the west, standing in front of Mao Xiaohao and looking at him coldly.