Chapter 514: Flicking His Sleeves and Leaving

Cao Fang was sent flying with a single slap. When he scrambled to his feet, half his face was swollen like a pig's head.

Ye Yuan watched coldly, his heart filled with disdain.

The slap looked fierce, but in truth, it hadn't used any primal energy at all—Cao Zheng had only used the strength of his physical body.

So while Cao Fang's face looked terrible, it was merely some superficial injuries.

Of course, it wasn't just Ye Yuan who noticed; the other big shots had seen it too.

But at a time like this, naturally no one would step forward to point it out.

"Grandfather, I..."

Cao Fang covered his face and was about to speak, but Cao Zheng interrupted him: "Release the man at once and apologize to Young Master Ye! The City Lord himself said nothing about the Tianxie Sect's matter, so why must you meddle? Go home and reflect on your faults behind closed doors. Cause me any more trouble, and I'll cripple you!"

Like Ren Dong, Cao Fang had grown up under Cao Zheng's care. Cao Zheng had never struck him like this before, and Cao Fang felt deeply wronged.

However, though Cao Zheng's words were harsh, they were ultimately harmless, and he subtly sowed discord between Ren Xingchun and Ye Yuan.

Ren Xingchun, as city lord, relied not on schemes or stratagems but on overbearing, unmatched methods.

Not only was his alchemy skill extraordinary, but his martial arts attainment was also extremely high, making him an anomaly among alchemists.

In Wufang City, anyone who defied him was always suppressed with bloody means.

In truth, he had come today intending to act as a mediator, but his fiery temper had led to a conflict with Ye Yuan.

In fact, Ye Yuan's ability to answer the questions on the seventh floor of the Thousand Questions Wall was greatly beneficial to alchemists like them.

But Ye Yuan's methods were too overbearing; such a direct challenge to their doorstep would directly affect Wufang City's standing in the eyes of alchemists.

As city lord, Ren Xingchun had no choice but to step forward and stop Ye Yuan.

Yet Ye Yuan was not someone to be trifled with. If Ren Xingchun had spoken politely, it might have been fine, but his commanding tone only ignited Ye Yuan's anger.

...

Before long, Tianfeng was brought out.

Seeing Tianfeng's somewhat miserable state, Ye Yuan knew he must have suffered quite a bit during that time, and his anger burned even hotter.

Tianfeng took a deep breath at the sight of the crowd of Dan Kings and came to Ye Yuan's side.

"Heh, my Nethercloud Sect came to Wufang City for the safety of the Boundless Realm, only to receive such treatment. It seems we were being presumptuous! Enough, I don't need your Cao family's apology. The Supreme Elder and I will leave Wufang City now, so as not to be an eyesore to you all! Supreme Elder, let's go!"

With that, Ye Yuan took Tianfeng's hand and prepared to leave.

Seeing this, Ren Xingchun moved to block Ye Yuan, but Danchenzi stopped him.

Danchenzi signaled to Wuxuan and said to Ren Xingchun, "Old Ren, don't make things worse. This kid clearly responds to kindness but not to force. If you keep this up, the Borderless Summit in two days might not happen."

Hearing this, Ren Xingchun's rising anger finally subsided.

In that moment, Ye Yuan had already left the Linlang Pavilion, with Wuxuan following closely behind.

He glanced at Danchenzi and said warily, "You old fox, what scheme are you cooking up now? The Alchemist Guild stands aloof from worldly affairs. Even if the Wildwind Realm really attacks, they wouldn't dare touch you. Don't tell me you're doing this for the Boundless Realm!"

Danchenzi released Ren Xingchun and said with a slight smile, "Whether that's true or not, aren't you interested in this young man? In my view, his knowledge of alchemy far surpasses both you and me!"

Ren Xingchun snorted coldly, "If it weren't for these extraordinary times, I would have interrogated that brat thoroughly! Even if his alchemy knowledge is vast, he's only at the Sea of Energy stage. What can he do?"

Danchenzi laughed, "You old man, always so hot-tempered. Don't be fooled by his stubbornness; if it weren't for this special period, he might not have been so ostentatious. This kid is rough but meticulous—not someone to be trifled with."

Ren Xingchun snorted again, then turned to Cao Zheng, "Your Cao family has done well! I don't care if you've ruined your own reputation, but if it threatens Wufang City, don't blame me for turning ruthless!"

Cao Zheng's face darkened slightly, but he nodded, "Rest assured, City Lord. The Cao family will handle this properly!"

Though the Cao family had deep foundations, under Ren Xingchun's rule, Cao Zheng had to keep his head down.

Provoking Ren Xingchun's anger would bring trouble for everyone.

In Wufang City, no one had dared challenge Ren Xingchun's authority for a very long time. From that perspective, Ye Yuan could be considered the number one man in Wufang City.

...

"Ye Yuan, please wait! Wait!" Wuxuan chased after Ye Yuan, shouting at the top of his lungs.

Ye Yuan stopped and bowed to Wuxuan, "Thank you for your help today, Master Wuxuan. I am deeply grateful. If the opportunity arises, I will surely repay you handsomely."

If Wuxuan hadn't been there today, the outcome might have been uncertain.

Wuxuan smiled, "You're too kind. If I hadn't come to the Linlang Pavilion today, I would have regretted it for a lifetime! After watching you refine pills yesterday, I even entertained the thought of taking you as a disciple. Seeing your skills today, I realize how presumptuous I was. In your presence, how can I deserve the title 'Master'?"

After witnessing Ye Yuan's performance today, Wuxuan understood why Ye Yuan had shown no interest in him yesterday.

What he knew, Ye Yuan knew; what he didn't know, Ye Yuan also knew.

What could he possibly teach Ye Yuan?

Looking back now, yesterday had been quite a joke.

"Master Wuxuan is a Dan King; the title 'Master' is well deserved," Ye Yuan said with a smile.

In truth, before Ye Yuan, who could truly claim that title? But since Wuxuan had helped him, Ye Yuan naturally showed him respect.

Wuxuan waved his hand repeatedly, "Haha, if you don't mind, just call me 'Old Brother.' The title 'Master' is far beyond me!"

Ye Yuan didn't stand on ceremony and nodded with a smile, "Since that's the case, I'll gladly oblige. Old Brother Wuxuan, the Supreme Elder and I will return to the Nethercloud Sect now. If you have time, feel free to visit."

Wuxuan quickly said, "Brother Ye, the City Lord has always been like this. Don't hold a grudge against him! Besides, these past days he had Xu Zihui attend to you diligently, which was quite thoughtful. And if Xu Zihui hadn't come to find me today, I wouldn't have arrived in time, right?"

Ye Yuan nodded. He had only been putting on a show to give the old man a taste of his own medicine; he hadn't truly intended to leave.

"Alright, it's all for your sake, Old Brother!" Ye Yuan said after a moment's hesitation.