SWNOVELXO Chapter 612: You Can Come with Us
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This strong figure spoke with a trace of unwillingness on his face and a hint of coldness in his eyes as he looked at Mu Tian.
He really wanted to make a move, but he knew very well that any attempt would be stopped, so he chose to bide his time.
The other onlookers also dropped their harsh words one after another, each returning to their own camp. However, many still glanced sharply at Mu Tian's side. They hadn't expected Mu Tian to show up. His appearance was an unexpected delight.
As for Mu Tian advancing to become a Grandmaster of the Golden Core Realm?
They no longer found it surprising. Taking so many spirit stones and treasures from them, even if he were forced, he could still reach the level of a Grandmaster of the Golden Core Realm. So nobody cared about Mu Tian's realm; they just wanted to make sure Mu Tian paid a price.
They couldn't touch Mu Tian within the city, but once they left the city, he wouldn't be able to escape. They just needed to wait for the Martial Tournament of the Prodigy Ranking to end, and then they could besiege him.
Even at this moment, some had already started to send secret messages to each other, preparing to unite against Mu Tian after the Martial Tournament ended.
Divine Master Tanaka felt somewhat regretful that the heated situation had ended so abruptly. However, he knew that even if a conflict had arisen, there wouldn't have been any serious consequences, only causing Xuanyuan Hall some embarrassment. What he hadn't expected was for Mu Tian to be so bold as to curse at everyone present, which was tantamount to offending everyone.
The ones who had denounced Mu Tian just now would certainly not let him off in the future.
The people of Xuanyuan Hall were well aware of this, weren't they?
But Mu Tian himself, looking at the retreating figures of the crowd, spoke again, "Anyone can talk tough, Grandpa Mu has heard it all before."
Mu Tian muttered under his breath as if he didn't care at all about these people. Many were surprised. Could it really be that Mu Tian didn't care about these more than a dozen powerful individuals? Despite the situation he was in, he still didn't forget to show off. Didn't he know what he might face next?
"It's best to keep a low profile when you're outside, you can be unbridled inside the city, but don't forget that after it ends, you have to leave the city. Once out of the city, Xuanyuan Hall has no obligation to continue protecting you."
The First Hall Master's cold voice sounded then.
His voice was indifferent, but he was stating facts. Inside the city, there were rules prohibiting fighting, and Great Powers below the Yin-Yang Realm wouldn't be able to do anything. Outside, however, in the Outer Battlefield, aside from Great Powers of the Yin-Yang Realm restraining each other and setting rules not to interfere in affairs below their level, they wouldn't care about private duels at other levels.
The Great Powers of the Yin-Yang Realm from all the Three Great Powers well understood that without fighting, it was hard for true powerhouses to emerge. A true powerhouse would have to walk a path paved with bones.
Of course, if a fool who wasn't a Great Power of the Yin-Yang Realm were to provoke one, then no one would intervene. After all, the dignity of the powerful is not to be insulted.
The First Hall Master has spoken!
Everyone quieted down, all turning to look at Mu Tian.
Because what the First Hall Master said was true, and they wanted to see how Mu Tian would respond.
"Please rest assured, First Hall Master, this is a personal grudge of mine, and it won't implicate Xuanyuan Hall. I am responsible for my own actions," Mu Tian replied with an indifferent smile on his face. He bowed slightly to the First Hall Master before turning and heading back into the crowd of Xuanyuan Hall.
The First Hall Master did not say anything more, only watching Mu Tian with a detached gaze before turning away.
At that moment, Ye Feng furrowed his brows, a voice suddenly whispered in his ear, "Ye Feng, did you feel that the First Hall Master's tone seemed a bit off?"
Ye Feng glanced instinctively at Sausage Sister and noticed she was looking at him as well—the owner of the voice was indeed Sausage Sister.
Off?
Yes, Ye Feng himself also had an inexplicable feeling. He conveyed his thoughts to Sausage Sister, "The First Hall Master's tone seemed cold, but it felt like there was a hint of concern. I'm not sure if it's just me, but I always felt like there's some history between the First Hall Master and Mu Tian."
Sausage Sister's eyes subtly shifted upon hearing this, responding, "But if there truly was a history, Mu Tian's attitude shouldn't be like this."
Ye Feng pondered this and agreed. Indeed, Mu Tian seemed quite indifferent toward the First Hall Master; his demeanor revealed nothing out of the ordinary. If the two truly had some connection, it shouldn't be like this.
After thinking it over for a while and still coming up with nothing, Ye Feng silently shook his head, indicating to let the matter go.
Seeing his reaction, Sausage Sister did not press on. After all, it was just a feeling with no solid evidence behind it.
By now, Mu Tian had returned to Ye Feng and the others. Chi Jark gave him a thumbs up, "Mu Tian, you really have some guts, cursing out so many people. I admire that."
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Chi Jianren admired Mu Tian's audacity, having been stunned by his maneuvers just moments ago. If it were him, even without further explanation, he wouldn't dare to directly scold so many people. Over a dozen figures of at least Half-Step Golden Core Realm strength—this was no joke. He himself wasn't confident he could withstand the onslaught of so many adversaries of that caliber.
Mu Tian flashed a smug grin and said proudly, "They're all just greenhorns I've managed to scrounge up. I simply don't care about them. At most, all they can do is rant and rave."
When Mu Tian said this, he didn't bother to lower his voice, and his words reached many ears—especially those who had just come to voice their complaints. Right now, those individuals were once again casting murderous glances his way. If looks could kill, the current Mu Tian would probably have been slain numerous times already.
Ye Feng was somewhat speechless; this guy was still so full of himself even after getting into trouble. Suddenly, he said, "If it's necessary after this is all over, you can leave with us."
The moment Ye Feng spoke these words, everyone around was startled. Chi Jianren and Xiao Rulong were both dumbfounded. If they let Mu Tian leave with them, wouldn't they be inviting the wrath of a dozen or more Half-Step Golden Core Realm experts or even stronger?
The previously indifferent Mu Tian, who still wore a smile, was now stunned as well. He hadn't expected Ye Feng to make such a statement at this time and was now recalling some past events.
"Ye Feng, are you sure about this? Isn't it too dangerous to let Mu Tian go with us? Over a dozen Half-Step Golden Core experts—that's no laughing matter. We don't need to put ourselves at risk for this guy," said Chi Jianren, sending a confused telepathic message to Ye Feng.
Xiao Rulong also looked at Ye Feng, a question clearly on his face.
Ye Feng shot the two men a glance and replied telepathically, "No worries, Mu Tian and I share some history. If he is indeed in peril, I hope Brother Chi and Brother Xiao would do me, Someone Named Ye, this favor. I would be eternally grateful. If either of you is worried about your own safety, feel free to leave on your own. I won't blame you."
Ye Feng spoke with a calm expression, as if it were nothing of consequence.
Indeed, this was a matter between him and Mu Tian, and there was no need to involve Chi Jianren or Xiao Rulong.
Both Chi Jianren and Xiao Rulong's expressions stiffened. Glancing at each other, they saw a hint of helplessness in each other's eyes. They knew Ye Feng wasn't joking; even the way he addressed them had changed—it was clear he meant business.
"Ye Feng, you don't have to put it that way. Since we've chosen to follow you, we won't leave easily. We will abide by your arrangements," said Xiao Rulong via telepathy, voicing the decision that he and Chi Jianren had made.
A glimmer of a smile appeared in Ye Feng's eyes. With Chi Jianren and Xiao Rulong making such a decision, there was no need for further discussion.
"Brother Ye, thank you for your kind offer. I, Mu Tian, appreciate your sentiment," Mu Tian suddenly spoke up, his expression transforming as if he were a different person, his face void of any emotion yet his eyes filled with complexity.
He had not anticipated that Ye Feng would suggest letting him tag along.
"However, I will resolve my own issues. There's no need for you to worry about me," Mu Tian added before returning to his earlier cheerful demeanor. However, he no longer babbled as before and even deliberately shifted his position, moving further away from Ye Feng.
Ye Feng noticed Mu Tian's actions but said nothing, though he silently resolved that if Mu Tian indeed needed help later, he wouldn't hesitate to intervene.
Chi Jianren and Xiao Rulong saw how Mu Tian reacted and seemed to understand something. It appeared there was indeed some involvement between Ye Feng and Mu Tian. However, they were not privy to the details. Having spent years in the Outer Battlefield, it was impossible for them to keep constant tabs on affairs back on Earth; they only paid attention to major events.
Everything eventually settled down as the First Hall Master glanced at the crowd and exchanged nods with the Great Powers of the Yin-Yang Realm from the other Three Great Powers.
Immediately after, the First Hall Master soared into the air, taking the center above the entire city, looking down upon everyone like a deity. His voice, firm as a great bell, declared, "This year's Genius Ranking Martial Tournament will determine the top ten through contests on the fighting stages, followed by a point-based round-robin battle for ranking."
The First Hall Master introduced the rules of this year's Genius Ranking Martial Tournament in a clear voice.
This was not surprising to the crowd; it wasn't much different from the rules of previous tournaments.
Ye Feng, however, raised his eyebrows. It was his first time participating in the Genius Ranking Martial Tournament, and he wasn't familiar with this format. But with the introduction by the First Hall Master, he could understand it.
Actually, it was quite straightforward. There were ten stages in the arena, and whoever remained at the end would claim a spot in the top ten.
After determining the top ten, they would engage in round-robin battles. Simply put, each of the ten would fight against the other nine contestants, ranking based on the net number of victories!
To put it plainly, each of the top ten would still have to fight nine more matches.
Many first-timers at the Genius Ranking Martial Tournament paled at the revelation; if they made it to the top ten, wouldn't they be exhausted to death?