“The strength of this younger generation is truly terrifying. It seems another era of ancient martial arts is about to dawn…”
Some true old-timers, upon sensing the aura of the figure stepping onto the arena, murmured softly to themselves. A martial arts competition had brought forth so many terrifyingly powerful young people, and this was merely the beginning.
“Jiugong Palace, Nuotiangong!”
“It’s actually someone from Jiugong Palace! Who would’ve thought even a force as mighty as Jiugong Palace would send a young expert to participate in the martial arts competition. It seems the final attraction of this martial arts contest is indeed quite compelling!”
As Nuotiangong’s words fell, a wave of astonished murmurs spread through the crowd. Xiao Yufan was also momentarily stunned before regaining his composure. Jiugong Palace was an extraordinary force, ranking among the top eight within the Chinese Guardian Shrine, yet here it was, making an appearance at the martial arts competition.
The allure of stepping into the world of mortals was simply too great for them to resist. It seemed the so-called Guardian Shrine wasn’t such a mysterious entity after all…
“Heavenly Alliance, Xiao Yufan!”
This was the first time Xiao Yufan had openly declared himself a member of the Heavenly Alliance. The young man before him had invoked the Guardian Shrine, so naturally, Xiao Yufan couldn’t afford to lose face.
“Good kid! You’ve learned to use your father and your grandfather as shields. But you know what? I like it!”
Situ Yonghui’s face broke into a smile upon hearing this. Although Jiugong Palace was indeed formidable, the Heavenly Alliance was no place for just anyone to meddle with. Xiao Yufan’s declaration was clearly meant to remind the opponent to temper his arrogance.
“I admit you’re strong. In fact, I really don’t want to fight someone like you unless absolutely necessary. But since someone entrusted me with this task, I have no choice but to step forward!”
A glint of coldness flickered in Nuotiangong’s eyes. He had known Xiao Yufan’s identity all along; otherwise, he wouldn’t have brought up Jiugong Palace. His intention was simply to make Old Master Situ wary, so he could then act without restraint.
“Oh? Entrusted by someone?”
Xiao Yufan was taken aback. He couldn’t recall offending anyone from Jiugong Palace. Judging by this fellow’s demeanor, he didn’t seem to be lying. Could it be that someone he had unknowingly defeated before was connected to Jiugong Palace?
“It’s better to leave a path open when dealing with others. Excessive rigidity leads to easy breaking. Even if you’re hailed as the top young expert, to certain people, you’re nothing special!”
Nuotiangong’s lips curled into a sneer filled with disdain. He hated Xiao Yufan’s calm and composed expression, hated it immensely. Was this fellow really that confident, or had he failed to instill even a trace of fear?
“If I’m not mistaken, you must’ve been sent by that idiot, Nangong Qianliu…”
Xiao Yufan quickly sifted through his memories and finally identified the most likely instigator behind this attack. No wonder Nangong Qianliu’s father was also a formidable figure—it seemed there was indeed a connection with a power as mighty as Jiugong Palace!
“You’re asking for death!” Upon hearing Xiao Yufan call Nangong Qianliu an idiot, Nuotiangong’s fists involuntarily clenched. His icy voice seemed to be squeezed through gritted teeth!
A flicker of surprise crossed Xiao Yufan’s face. He had simply insulted Nangong Qianliu, yet this guy reacted so fiercely. Could it be that the two of them…
Damn, they must be lovers!
If Nuotiangong had known what Xiao Yufan was thinking, he would have exploded on the spot. True, Nangong Qianliu was his cousin, and they had grown up together like brothers—perhaps even closer than blood brothers.
For Xiao Yufan to address his cousin in such a disrespectful manner, how could Nuotiangong not be enraged?
Even Xiao Yufan himself hadn’t expected that offending a seemingly powerless idiot would lead to the emergence of such a terrifying opponent. But perhaps it was for the better—let this terrifying expert at the peak of the Later Heaven Stage test his strength…
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