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"Welcome, Master!"
Lu Ba struck a bizarre pose and then let out a loud roar, kneeling on the ground.
Behind him, Hu Han and a group of Loyal Minions quickly knelt down, prostrating themselves on the ground without daring to lift their heads.
The deep roar, mixed with Martial Origin Power, echoed far and wide. This time it was not Lu Ba showing off; it was simply the rule of their Arhat Hall.
This was the kind of momentum and spectacle they desired.
"Who dares to crush our Arhat Hall with one hand?"
In the bustling streets outside, filled with people coming and going, a response echoed from an unknown source, ethereal yet exceptionally clear.
Lin Qingshan's expression changed upon hearing this; the power behind that voice was at least that of a Seventh-Dan Martial Artist. He never expected that after leaving for several years, Southern Wilderness Town would have produced so many experts!
In contrast to Lin Qingshan, Ye Tian remained much calmer. He took a sip of tea and then said, "I remain unchanged in name and surname, Ye Tian!"
Ye Tian's voice was clear and resonant, almost as if it could pierce gold and shatter stone. Upon hearing it, everyone felt a tremor in their hearts, as if their bodies had been penetrated.
The two voices lingered in the air, seemingly colliding in an invisible manner before abruptly cutting off.
The passersby on the street were unaware of what was happening and began to look around, searching for the source of this dialogue.
At this moment, not only Hu Han but even Lu Ba and the Tall and Thin Man felt a cold sweat trickle down their backs. Thankfully, they had not acted impulsively; otherwise, they wouldn't even know how they would have met their end.
This exchange of sound clearly showed that both individuals had their own strengths!
A person who can stand on equal footing with the Abbot of the Arhat Hall is certainly not someone that these second-rate experts can provoke.
Hu Han secretly glanced at Ye Tian and saw that he remained calm, seemingly unafraid of the powerful aura that was rolling toward them.
As time passed, the Arhat Hall Master's aura grew closer, but it suddenly vanished upon reaching the marketplace for some unknown reason.
"Heh heh." Ye Tian sneered, looking down on such a display of identity flaunting.
Since the aura had dissipated, everyone could only wait anxiously. Due to Ye Tian's oppressive presence, no one dared to speak easily, fearing that breaking the silence would invite disaster.
"Disciples, rise."
Suddenly, a figure emerged from the staircase, causing everyone to startle because they had not heard any footsteps coming up.
Ye Tian let out another cold laugh. For a Martial Practitioner possessing Skyward Martial Arts, walking without making a sound was quite easy. Yet these people were so tense that they regarded it as a great supernatural ability; it was truly foolish.
This also included Lin Qingshan and the Tall and Thin Man, but the two quickly reacted and made small gestures to cover their embarrassment.
The members of the Arhat Hall stood up in unison but remained slightly bent over. Only Hu Han showed an expression of ecstasy as he eagerly pulled out a chair, inviting his master to sit.
The Arhat Hall Master nodded, seemingly with a hint of approval.
Ye Tian looked up and saw that the Arhat Hall Master was a fair-skinned man with a tall stature and flowing long hair, giving him an air of ethereal elegance; however, he seemed somewhat mismatched with the title of "Arhat."
At the same time, the Arhat Hall Master’s gaze swept over to Ye Tian. Upon seeing that Ye Tian was merely a seventeen or eighteen-year-old boy, he couldn't help but be taken aback.
However, he quickly concealed his surprise and took his seat.
"Did I let you sit?"
"......"
"......"
The room fell silent once again, as no one expected this kid to speak like that.
What is this? **Naked contempt** towards the esteemed Abbot of the Arhat Hall, even a local overlord, he was actually so dismissive!
"If you don't let me, does that mean I can't sit?" The Arhat Hall Master wasn't angry; instead, he smiled and asked back, "If I'm not mistaken, this banquet should be hosted by my disciple, right?"
This time it was Ye Tian who was taken aback. What he said was indeed correct; this was indeed Hu Han's treat...
Thinking of this, Ye Tian proactively poured a cup of tea for the other party, treating it as repaying a debt.
On the other side, Hu Han's expression turned sour. He had sent someone to convey that someone was openly provoking Arhat Hall, and he had tried his best to hold them off, even losing three fingers in the process. He never expected his master to see through his little trick; he truly didn't know where to put his face.
At this moment, Lu Ba approached his master and whispered a few words before stepping back.
After listening to Lu Ba's whisper, the Arhat Hall Master turned his gaze to Lin Qingshan, smiling as he said, "I wonder if Elder Lin still remembers me?"
"Eh?" Lin Qingshan thought that with such figures involved, the remaining matters should have nothing to do with him. He didn't expect the other party to take the initiative to speak to him, leaving him somewhat stunned.
Seeing Lin Qingshan's reaction, the Arhat Hall Master smiled again and reminded him, "Seventeen years ago, you saved a dying beggar on the street."
Upon hearing this from the Arhat Hall Master, everyone was taken aback. Even a fool could tell that the current formidable Arhat Hall Master, who dominated Southern Wilderness Town, was once a poor beggar who couldn't even afford a meal...
"Is it really you..." Lin Qingshan exclaimed, his jaw nearly dropping in disbelief. This was a perfect illustration of the unpredictability of life.
The Arhat Hall Master nodded slowly, his expression showing no signs of surprise. "Indeed, it is I."
Of course, Lin Qingshan was no fool. Although he was curious about how this person had risen to prominence, he refrained from asking.
"And who is this?" The Arhat Hall Master changed the subject, seemingly not wanting to dwell on the topic of gratitude for saving his life, merely bringing it up casually.
"Oh, this is my..."
"A friend across generations." Ye Tian interrupted Lin Qingshan, sensing that Lin Qingshan's momentum had weakened and that he was being led by the nose while he answered questions.
"Haha, a friend across generations? Interesting. I wonder if I could become your friend across generations as well?" The Arhat Hall Master said with keen eyes, which was precisely why he had brought up the matter of saving a life.
"Of course not." Ye Tian rejected him outright, giving no face whatsoever.
In fact, ever since the Arhat Hall Master mentioned the favor of saving a life, Ye Tian had already guessed part of the situation. The authority of the Arhat Hall had been trampled by him; now the master himself had come in person. If blood wasn't shed, it seemed unlikely that the matter could be resolved. The Arhat Hall Master intended to win Ye Tian over but was constrained by his own pride and couldn't speak directly. Lin Qingshan happened to have had some past interactions with him, making him a useful pawn. If successful, he would gain strong support and demonstrate his magnanimity. After all, not every formidable figure could admit to having been a beggar in their past.
As for failure, that was simple; none present today would leave alive.
Once again, not every formidable figure could admit to having been a beggar.
"Oh? Why not?"
The Arhat Hall Master remained unperturbed. To be honest, his good temper made Ye Tian feel somewhat embarrassed.
However, after a moment's thought, Ye Tian realized that this old man was trying to play mind games with him!
So, naturally, there was no need to give him any face!
"A beggar, how could he be a match for our esteemed hall?" Ye Tian intentionally displayed the Cloud Token at his waist. However, while saying this, he felt quite uncomfortable himself, but in order to vent his frustration at this hypocritical old fellow, he could only speak against his better judgment.
Sure enough, the Arhat Hall Master furrowed his brows and thought, "That jade pendant looks so much like the supreme token of the Cloud Sea Sect... the Cloud Token!"
"Our hall has three necessary points for friendship: first, noble status. Second, noble status. As for the third, it is still noble status!"
In truth, Ye Tian did not dislike beggars and was even less inclined to cling to the powerful. However, he seized the opportunity of the Arhat Hall Master being sensitive about his beggar identity and decisively showcased his ability to infuriate others without consequence.
The corners of the Arhat Hall Master's mouth twitched a few times. Nevertheless, his skill in maintaining a facade was profound, and this kid seemed to have an unusual background, so he could only temporarily suppress his anger.
"Ha ha, it seems I really cannot reach such heights."
"Isn't that just stating the obvious?" Ye Tian grabbed a handful of peanuts and chewed on them. He deliberately put on a ruffian demeanor to make the Arhat Hall Master feel awkward.
As for where the awkwardness came from?
If he spoke with him, it would lower his own status as the esteemed Arhat Hall Master. If he chose not to speak with him, today's matter would be difficult to resolve. Moreover, at this moment, he was eager to know Ye Tian's true identity.
"Isn't he just someone from the Cloud Sea Sect? Why act so arrogantly?" Lu Ba suddenly spoke up without warning, but his tone sounded somewhat unnatural.
Ye Tian analyzed the situation and realized that it must be that the Arhat Hall Master found it difficult to inquire directly. Thus, using Secret Sound Technique on Lu Ba allowed him to speak on behalf of the Arhat Hall Master.
"Since you want to know so badly, I'll grant you a favor," Ye Tian said this while listening to the Arhat Hall Master’s words, hitting right at the core.
No matter how well the latter disguised himself, he could not withstand Ye Tian's sarcastic mockery. At this moment, a murderous intent finally surfaced on his face; once he clarified Ye Tian's identity, he would decide whether to unleash a massacre.
"Cough, cough, Cloud Sea Sect Cloudscroll Pavilion direct disciple, Cloud Token holder, Ye Tian."
Upon hearing this, everyone except for the Arhat Hall Master was in an uproar. The significance of being a Cloud Token holder is immense; it indicates one of the greatest chances to become a Lord of the Cloud Sea Sect in the future. Moreover, Ye Tian is so young and possesses extraordinary strength, even claiming to be from this sect...
It seems that the succession to the position of Lord is already a done deal. Who would dare to offend such a person?
Not to mention the mere Abbot of the Arhat Hall, even the leader of the greatest power in Divine Wood County would have to show some respect!
"What a big shot..."
Someone in the crowd muttered, and upon looking over, it turned out to be Hu Han. At this moment, his hatred for Ye Tian had transformed into admiration. If his master were not present, he would probably rush over to flatter him immediately.
The Arhat Hall Master could hardly contain his anger towards his beloved disciple; he wished he could just slap him dead. However, with war looming, internal strife was not an option—spreading such news would only make them a laughingstock.
"So it turns out someone from Mountain has come down; no wonder you're so arrogant. But do you think I am someone who will let others ride on my back and defecate?!" The Arhat Hall Master finally put away his ethereal demeanor, his eyes glinting coldly as he unleashed a menacing aura.
Ye Tian knew he had successfully provoked the other party; a battle today was inevitable, but that was exactly what he wanted.
"Heh heh, this tavern isn't spacious enough; shall we step outside and settle this?"
A straightforward display of thuggery and blatant provocation...
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