See What Capital You Have

Hearing the voice, Chen Cangyun looked over. He saw that the thatched cottage before him was extremely simple, with a gate made of ordinary wood. Looking through the open courtyard gate, the few thatched huts inside could be seen at a glance. They were completely unremarkable, looking exactly like a mortal's dwelling.

It truly is a place of seclusion, carrying a bit of the demeanor of a transcendent expert.

His expression remained unchanged as he smiled and nodded, still modest and polite.

Mhm.

I must trouble Mayor Xu to lead the way. Let us go in and pay Mr. Yi a visit.

The mayor bowed in trepidation and hastily stepped aside to welcome him in.

The few of them stepped through the wooden gate one after another.

The small courtyard was empty, containing only a table, chairs, and an old tree. The surrounding thatched huts were also very ordinary, giving the visual impression of a common farmhouse. It was rustic and serene, far removed from the hustle and bustle of the mundane world.

The mayor called out a few times before a young man walked out of a thatched hut.

Clothed in white purer than snow, he had sword-like eyebrows and starry eyes.

Upon seeing his true appearance, Chen Cangyun's anticipation grew. Noting the newcomer's extraordinary aura, which perfectly matched what he had imagined, he didn't wait for the mayor's introduction. Instead, he steadily cupped his fists, smiled, and spoke.

This must be Mr. Yi Feng, right?

I heard that your talents and knowledge are extraordinary, so I came specifically to pay a visit. If I am intruding, I hope you can forgive me.

Hearing the voice and observing the visitors.

Seeing a dignified man suddenly step into his courtyard looking so enthusiastic and seemingly with a purpose, and then noticing Chen Yuxin following closely behind and the mayor respectfully accompanying them, Yi Feng guessed most of what was going on.

Before he could speak.

Chen Cangyun glanced sideways to signal his subordinates and continued his smiling pleasantries.

Here is a little visiting gift. It is but a small token of my respect.

His words sounded polite, but his eyes swept over the exquisite gift boxes, inadvertently revealing a bit of care and arrogance, as if he was very confident in all of this.

All of this did not arouse the slightest bit of interest in Yi Feng.

Out of courtesy, he merely replied calmly.

My small courtyard is a bit crude. Please, have a seat wherever you like.

With a casual remark, Yi Feng, as the host, sat down indifferently. He didn't say anything more, which wasn't exactly rude, but the atmosphere became awkward.

The mayor was slightly stunned, not knowing what to think.

Chen Yuxin, however, was losing her patience. Even though she didn't dare to act rashly again, seeing that the carefully prepared gifts didn't even cause a ripple in the man's eyes made her feel quite uncomfortable.

She looked as if she wanted to say something but stopped, seemingly on the verge of emphasizing their purpose for coming.

Compared to the others.

Chen Cangyun was clearly much more experienced. A flash of surprise passed through his eyes, but he quickly recovered his peaceful smile. He sat down as if nothing had happened, not showing the slightest bit of concern.

This unrevealing shrewdness truly befitted a major figure who had held the high position of City Lord for many years.

Fearing that the people beside him might lose their composure, he used his eyes to signal everyone to withdraw.

You all step down first. I will have a few words with Mr. Yi.

Chen Yuxin, the mayor, and the others immediately complied and took their leave.

Only when he and Yi Feng were alone in the small courtyard did he unhurriedly smile and cup his fists.

Mr. Yi.

Earlier, there were too many people around, and it was inconvenient for me to say certain things.

To be completely honest, my abrupt intrusion upon your peace today is solely to invite you to Ye City to forge a grand enterprise together. These gifts are naturally not worth mentioning. If you agree, any future conditions you may have will be easily met!

This straightforward promise was full of sincerity.

Chen Cangyun's eyes shone brightly, and his attitude became much more respectful. A radiant glow couldn't help but appear on his face, and between his brows, there was an expectant spirit of inevitable success.

However.

After he waited for a few breaths of time, Yi Feng merely lay leisurely on his lounge chair and gave a casual reply.

I am just a schoolteacher. I'm afraid you've found the wrong person.

As soon as the words fell, Chen Cangyun's eyes widened in stunned disbelief.

Found the wrong person?

This kind of answer was completely beyond his expectations.

Gazing at this transcendent expert whose expression remained perpetually calm.

He was well aware that this was merely a perfunctory excuse. He hadn't expected that he, a dignified City Lord, would condescend to come here, repeatedly demonstrate his sincerity, and present an impeccable attitude, only to receive such a response.

Even if the other party was a Martial Emperor, he himself was at the peak of the Martial King realm. He wasn't that much inferior. He shouldn't be treated like some random nobody, right?

This was simply too arrogant and dismissive.

Chen Cangyun was, after all, no ordinary person. Even though he was displeased, he only paused for a moment before smiling to cover up the awkwardness in his eyes. He continued to endure and spoke with an accompanying smile.

Hehe...

You are being too modest, sir.

Perhaps my arrival was too abrupt, and you are unaware of the recent situation in Ye City. In truth, while Ye City's territory may not seem very large, after my many years of painstaking management, it has already accumulated considerable foundation.

Currently, within Ye City, including myself, there are a full three Martial King level experts holding the fort. It can be said that we dominate an area of thousands of miles. The other cities are nothing but a motley crew; only by joining forces can they barely contend with us.

To speak bluntly, Ye City will inevitably achieve hegemony in the future. The ability to command the wind and rain is just around the corner. If you were to join us, sir, it would be like adding wings to a tiger. All resources in the future will be easily within your grasp. With endless resources to support you, your arduous cultivation of the Great Dao will also have a higher chance of success.

As long as you nod and agree, everything will be yours for the taking. For you to reach your current realm, sir, you must have comprehended everything. Surely, you wouldn't miss such a golden opportunity, right?

The more Chen Cangyun spoke, the more confident he became, unconsciously revealing a bit of the domineering aura of a person in power.

His fixed gaze also showed a gleam of confidence. It seemed that in his eyes, anyone would be tempted by this endless power and resources. Even if the person before him was a Martial Emperor powerhouse, there was no reason to refuse an opportunity handed to him on a silver platter.

But after he waited with a smile for a long time.

Yi Feng maintained his calm expression. He slowly stood up and gazed leisurely at the distant green mountains.

Not interested.

If you have no other business, please see yourself out.

Not looking him in the eye was already arrogant enough. He had earnestly tried to persuade him for so long, yet the man still maintained this aloof appearance, as if everything he had said was just a fart!

This person was simply too arrogant!

Finally, Chen Cangyun felt a complete loss of face, and his anger became somewhat uncontainable.

Staring at that white-clothed back for a few breaths, his expression fluctuated wildly. It was as if he had suffered a tremendous humiliation. His pride as a Martial King was disgraced at this moment, causing fury to surge within his heart.

Good...

Very good!

What a fine Martial Emperor!

This King came personally with good intentions to invite you, yet in your eyes, I am worthless. You act as if you're so incredible; those who didn't know better would think you were a Martial Ancestor!

What colossal arrogance!

Burning with rage, Chen Cangyun disregarded etiquette and extended his divine sense to probe, but he couldn't discern the slightest clue. He could only secretly admit that a Martial Emperor was indeed extraordinary.

But the more this was the case, the more indignant he became!

Gritting his teeth and staring for a few breaths, he began to circulate his spiritual energy. Within his sleeve, his right palm continuously gathered his cultivation base!

Today.

I will personally test just how formidable you, a Martial Emperor, truly are. I want to see what qualifications you have to be so outrageously arrogant!

I, a peak Martial King, am no ordinary person either. I will not tolerate being looked down upon like this!

No matter what, I cannot swallow this insult!

With his pride and hot blood surging, Chen Cangyun's eyes flashed with ruthlessness as he struck out with his palm!

Boom...

His terrifying cultivation base transformed into a violent gale, rushing straight towards Yi Feng's back!