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Ren Li was very curious about why Li Xiaoyao wanted to meet with the Huo family, but since Li Xiaoyao didn't say, he, as a disciple, couldn't ask proactively.

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Although the Ren Family could afford to charter a luxury cruise ship with their financial resources, the gap in status was not something that could be bridged by a cruise ship.

The Huo Family was wealthy and influential, with an extensive network of connections at the government level, and these connections were not limited to Zhu Island City.

The fact that the Huo Family had grown to such a scale was a testament to their power.

The Huo Family's annual meeting had invited many of Zhu Island City's important figures, including politicians and some rich merchants from within Xuan Country.

As for the stars from Xuan Country and Zhu Island City, most of them were there to add to the ambiance.

In the evening, Li Xiaoyao and Ren Li arrived at Aali Bay, where the Ren Family elders had already been waiting for them.

"Mr. Li, here is your invitation," the eldest of the Ren family handed over the invitations as they walked toward the cruise ship, adding, "I've heard that the old master of the Huo Family might not make it tonight, but the elder brothers of the Huo Family are all there. After we get in, I'll try to use some connections to see if I can introduce you to Mr. Li."

The eldest of the Ren family spoke somewhat reluctantly; Li Xiaoyao had no expectations of him since all the Huo family members would be there that evening, and he planned to approach them directly.

They showed their invitations and boarded the cruise ship.

But before they had walked far, a mocking voice suddenly rang out from behind them.

"Oh, aren't these the people from the Ren family?"

"I heard the old master of the Ren family got a bit too excited at his birthday banquet a few days ago and accidentally kicked the bucket? Hahaha, what a sad story that is."

The three eldest of the Ren family turned around, faces flushed with anger. Upon recognizing the newcomer, their expressions changed slightly, and in a low voice, one said, "Let's go."

The one who mocked them was a man in his forties, with greasy, powdered skin and a scrawny figure. He was wearing a white suit and a cowboy hat in a trendy combination that nonetheless seemed tacky on him.

"Why the rush? Hasn't the wake for the old master of the Ren family finished?" the man said sarcastically as he saw them trying to leave.

Although the three elders of the Ren family were furious, they could only suppress their anger.

The newcomer was from the Liang Family of Zhu Island City. Even if the old master of the Ren Family were still alive, the Ren Family was no match for them, let alone now that the Ren Family was missing a helmsman.

Suddenly, Ren Li stopped, turned his head to look at Li Xiaoyao, and said, "Master."

Seeing Ren Li's face full of rage, Li Xiaoyao asked, "Can you handle it?"

"I can." Ren Li's hands clenched tightly into fists. Over the past few days, he had taken the Marrow-Cleansing Bone-Tempering Pill and, with Li Xiaoyao's nurturing of Spiritual Power, had advanced to the first layer of Qi cultivation, making it easy for him to deal with ordinary people.

"Hmm, handle it yourself," Li Xiaoyao said.

"Yes," Ren Li turned back, glared at the man, and said, "Apologize to my grandfather immediately, or else..."

"Or else what?" The man sneered, looking at the eldest of the Ren family, and said, "The younger generation of the Ren family is getting more and more out of line. You think you can butt in when I'm talking?"

The eldest Ren's brow furrowed slightly. He really did not want to offend the Liang Family, but they were outrightly bullying them. If he showed no reaction at all, and word of it got out, others would say the Ren Family was too cowardly.

"Or else, I'll beat you hard!" Ren Li shouted angrily, took a step forward like an arrow and before the man could react, Ren Li's fist had already smashed hard into his face.

"Crack!"

Ren Li, at the first level of Qi Cultivation realm, possessed a strength several times stronger than that of an ordinary person; his unrestrained punch directly shattered half of the man's cheekbone.

Clutching his face, the man wailed miserably, as blood and fragments of bone spilled from his mouth.

The annual gathering only allowed female companions, and the man's bodyguard was not present at the moment; his female companion had already been petrified by Ren Li's fierce gaze.

Raising his hand, Ren Li turned and walked back, saying, "Master, I've taken care of it."

"Hmm, let's go." As if it were a trivial matter, their composed demeanor also caused the security guards who had been prepared to step forward to halt.

Those invited to today's gathering were without exception people of esteemed status; these security guards did not wish to provoke trouble without cause.

The man lay on the ground, curled up like a shrimp due to the excruciating pain.

The commotion attracted the attention of many, and someone who recognized the man approached with a look of surprise, asking, "Old Liang, what happened to you?"

Old Liang, holding his mouth, furiously said, "That brat from the Ren Family, he actually dared to hit me. Once the Huo Family's annual gathering is over tonight, I'll make sure they can't leave Yali Port."

Ren Li did not hear Old Liang's vicious words, and even if he did, he wouldn't have taken them to heart.

Not to mention that he had the powerful master Li Xiaoyao behind him, even on his own, being a cultivator by then, would he still be afraid of a group of ordinary people?

The grand hall on the first floor of the cruise ship, with its colorful crystal chandeliers, cast dazzling lights; classical decorations filled the hall, and neatly dressed waiters carried red wine and pastries as they moved amongst the guests.

One by one, the upper-class elite, dressed in splendid gowns, arms linked, had faces plastered with complimentary and insincere smiles, exchanging pointless flattery.

"Mr. Li, let me inquire where Young Master Huo is for you," Big Brother Ren hastily offered.

"Hmm," Li Xiaoyao nodded and stood with Ren Li at the entrance, waiting for his news.

And as they blocked the entrance, everyone who came in and out swept a probing glance over them.

Li Xiaoyao was still wearing the black robe he had worn in his battle with He Lang at noon that day; now standing with his hands behind his back, his expression indifferent, he exuded an unspoken aura of a lofty figure.

Big Brother Ren returned with a trace of joy on his aged face, saying, "The third young master of the Huo Family is at the top floor swimming pool; he should be coming down soon."

"Hmm," Li Xiaoyao nodded and headed towards the lounge area, with Ren Li closely following behind.

Not far from Li Xiaoyao, a man and a woman strolled through the hall, chatting and laughing.

The man was handsome and tall, while the lady was dressed in a deep purple gown that hugged her curvaceous body. Her flaxen wavy hair, far from appearing vulgar, complemented her fair skin, giving off a uniquely enchanting charm.

Upon closer inspection, one would notice that although the woman had soft facial features, she also possessed deep blue eyes and a high bridged nose, exuding a mixed-blood aura.

Her gaze shifted, and suddenly she saw a familiar figure. Staring intently, she couldn't help but blink in surprise, a bit taken aback.

"Li! What's he doing here?" The woman, with her Qiushui-like eyes, turned to the man beside her and said, "I've run into a friend; I'll come back to find you later."

"A friend?" The man was momentarily puzzled but then nodded.

The woman parted from him and glided towards Li Xiaoyao, her figure gracefully like a butterfly.

A faintly familiar fragrance accompanied the breeze into Li Xiaoyao's nostrils. Sniffing it, he looked up, and when his gaze met the woman's, he felt in that instant that his eyes must be deceiving him.