Chapter 926: Chapter 923: Step Up and Fight!

A clear voice echoed in the suddenly silent hall, like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, resonating in everyone’s ears.

The crowd’s gaze followed the direction of the voice and finally landed on the speaker.

Seeing that it was Luo Feng, many nodded in agreement. The entity most qualified to compete with the Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance for the title of the foremost commerce alliance is indeed the Dayang Commerce Alliance, which surely holds the most weight regarding Qian Shaofeng representing the Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance in the tournament.

Many displayed curiosity, wondering what Luo Feng would say to counter Zhouyan.

Senior Diao looked at Luo Feng and asked, "What do you want to say?"

Zhouyan stood by, sneering silently.

He had already decided that today, no matter what, he would let Qian Shaofeng take his place in the arena fight. In the worst-case scenario, the Business Alliance Conference might not go smoothly, but even so, the Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance would still remain the foremost alliance, suffering no real loss.

Luo Feng glanced at Zhouyan and spoke calmly:

"The Dayang Commerce Alliance agrees for Qian Shaofeng to take Zhouyan’s place in the arena fight."

Agreeing for Qian Shaofeng to participate in the arena fight in Zhouyan’s stead!

The plain tone slowly drifted across every corner of the hall, freezing everyone’s expressions instantly. Countless pairs of eyes, filled with shock, looked at the young man in the center of the hall.

Even the seasoned Senior Diao showed a flicker of astonishment in his eyes.

"Luo Feng, what are you saying! Are you really planning to let Yang Wanyi face Qian Shaofeng?"

Han Xuan looked at Luo Feng in disbelief.

Zhouyan also paused for a moment; he had expected strong opposition from the Dayang Commerce Alliance. This sudden turn of events caught him off guard.

Looking at Luo Feng, Zhouyan narrowed his eyes slightly and turned his gaze to Yang Wanyi, asking:

"Yang Wanyi, what do you think?"

Yang Wanyi’s bright eyes glanced at Luo Feng, a trace of smile appearing on her charming face, and she nodded calmly:

"Luo Feng’s words reflect the intentions of the Dayang Commerce Alliance."

Han Xuan frowned slightly, but then cooled down.

He did not know Luo Feng well, but Yang Wanyi was not one to act rashly. Otherwise, the Dayang Commerce Alliance would not be flourishing under her management. He wondered why Yang Wanyi decided to agree to Qian Shaofeng’s participation in the challenge.

Beside him, Elder Qian was also full of doubt.

Previously, he had agreed to Luo Feng representing Yang Wanyi because the opponent was Zhouyan. But now that the opponent was Qian Shaofeng, ranked twenty-sixth on the New Dragon List, this decision seemed incredibly reckless to him.

"However, we have one condition before proceeding." Luo Feng spoke again.

Zhouyan raised his eyebrows and sneered, "What condition?"

"I will represent the Dayang Commerce Alliance in this arena fight."

Buzz!

As soon as Luo Feng spoke, the hall erupted once more. No one expected that Luo Feng’s condition would be this.

"So the Dayang Commerce Alliance agreed to let Qian Shaofeng take Zhouyan’s place in the arena fight for this reason."

"It’s strange; Luo Feng’s cultivation is only at the late stage of the Spiritual Rotation Realm’s seventh level, and he has only recently risen. His strength seems to be quite distant from Qian Shaofeng’s, making it unlikely for the Dayang Commerce Alliance to win. Yang Wanyi is sharp; why would she agree to this?"

"Yes, I saw Luo Feng and Qian Shaofeng sparring yesterday. Luo Feng flinched back from just one finger of Qian Shaofeng. You can already tell their strength difference."

"It must be out of desperation. Can’t you see, Zhouyan is hell-bent on letting Qian Shaofeng fight, even if opposed? Between two evils, choosing the lesser one, Luo Feng facing Qian Shaofeng, though slim chances, is better than Yang Wanyi facing him."

"That’s true."

"Don’t underestimate Luo Feng. When he defeated Yi Tian, he was only at the late stage of the Spiritual Rotation Realm’s fifth level. To break through to the late stage of the seventh level in such a short time, he must have had some fortuitous encounters; he surely has no cards hidden. I trust Yang Wanyi’s judgment. Luo Feng facing Qian Shaofeng may not necessarily be a loss."

"Hmm, what you say makes sense."

"Which side are you on?"

"I... I think both have a chance to win."

"..."

Upon hearing that Luo Feng would be representing Yang Wanyi against Qian Shaofeng, the hall immediately buzzed with activity.

Luo Feng had risen meteorically, breaking through to the late stage of the Spiritual Rotation Realm’s seventh level in just a few months, unstoppable in momentum.

Meanwhile, Qian Shaofeng was ranked twenty-sixth in the previous New Dragon List conference, deeply established in strength.

Everyone speculated which of the two, should they face off in the arena, would prevail.

Zhouyan looked at Luo Feng, raising his eyebrows.

In his view, he possessed the strength to defeat Luo Feng, let alone Qian Shaofeng. Perhaps a single strike would settle the result, and Luo Feng daring to represent Yang Wanyi seemed sheer recklessness.

"Since you seek to play the hero rescuing the beauty, then I’ll grant you the opportunity."

Zhouyan sneered internally, ready to agree.

"Young Master, you mustn’t!"

At this moment, the black-robed elder appeared behind Zhouyan without anyone noticing.

"Elder Qi, what’s wrong?" Zhouyan asked curiously.

Elder Qi raised his gaze, looked at Luo Feng, and coldly said with a flash of cold light in his deep pupils:

"I reject your proposal. As far as I know, you are not a member of the Dayang Commerce Alliance, and do not qualify to participate in the duel."

Elder Qi has been bothered by the fact that Luo Feng was forced back by Qian Shaofeng’s finger yesterday. Luo Feng blocked two attacks after Elder Qi transformed and should not have been so easily defeated; the only explanation is serious internal injury.

Therefore, when he heard Luo Feng offer to replace Yang Wanyi in the duel, he immediately realized something suspicious about the whole thing.

If Luo Feng was not injured yesterday and instead pretended to be weak, yet managed to block two moves post-transformation and be unscathed, it would be terrifying. Even a martial artist at the pinnacle of the Spiritual Rotation Realm could not achieve that.

"Elder Qi, what’s really going on?"

Being commanded by Elder Qi in front of so many people made Zhouyan feel humiliated.

The black-robed elder took a deep breath and said in a low voice, "Family Head, Luo Feng cannot be allowed to participate in the duel."

Zhouyan’s brows furrowed slightly. Elder Qi only showed such a serious expression when faced with an extremely severe situation.

"Is it possible that Luo Feng has the ability to surpass Qian Shaofeng? How is that possible..."

A thought flashed through Zhouyan’s mind and was instantly dismissed, but Elder Qi’s demeanor left him hesitant. After all, this duel was crucial, potentially determining the survival of the Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance. He knew the consequences faced by those who offended the Crown Prince.

In the audience, everyone felt strange that Zhouyan, typically arrogant, was hesitant to agree even though the disparity in cultivation between Luo Feng and Qian Shaofeng was obvious.

Luo Feng saw Zhouyan’s indecision and coldly smiled. The fact that Qian Shaofeng represented the Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance was unexpected, but it was beneficial to Luo Feng, leaving him unafraid of rejection.

He turned to Yang Wanyi with a glance and walked toward her.

The morning sun shone through the windows of the Business Alliance Hall, illuminating the gems embedded in the walls, casting a dreamy glow throughout the hall. The peculiar atmosphere led everyone to quiet down involuntarily; only steady footfalls echoed slowly.

But for Yang Wanyi, the short distance felt infinitely long and endless. As she watched the approaching tall figure, her lively bright eyes displayed an unprecedented hint of nervousness, and a faint blush adorned her pretty face. The demon core in her right hand unknowingly soaked with sweat. Her heart raced, reminiscent of when she was fourteen and stepped onto the auction stage as an auctioneer for the first time.

Under the scrutiny of tens of thousands of eyes in the hall, Luo Feng stopped by Yang Wanyi’s side, lifted his head, and said:

"Yang Wanyi is my fiancée."

Boom!

Though said calmly, the words were like a boulder thrown into water, stirring thousands of waves. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

Countless martial artists in the hall, with varied emotions, stared wide-eyed at the two figures standing side by side on the jade platform.

The news was indeed shocking.

Yang Wanyi, being the daughter of the Dayang Commerce Alliance and one of the Shuang Jiaoyang of Linglong Hall, was renowned for her stunning beauty and exceptional talent in cultivation. She was considered a dream partner by countless young martial artists of the Canglang Dynasty. Many young talents present harbored admiration for her but dared not entertain improper thoughts after hearing her rejection of many geniuses.

Yet at this moment, everyone learned that the goddess-like Yang Wanyi was Luo Feng’s fiancée! This news was exceedingly striking.

Almost simultaneously, countless envious and jealous gazes fell upon Luo Feng. Many were dissatisfied, thinking his potential was indeed astonishing but questioning how he surpassed them enough to win Yang Wanyi’s favor.

"So that’s how it is."

Standing aside, Han Xuan chuckled bitterly, having suspected, from Yang Wanyi’s attitude towards Luo Feng, their relationship was far from simple.

Zhouyan’s gaze instantly darkened as he looked at Yang Wanyi:

"Is this true?"

Yang Wanyi glanced at Luo Feng, her eyes harboring a trace of complex light, recalling the youthful silhouette from Panlong City half a year ago. Yet now, he was entirely different.

However, the changes over the past six months were unknown even to Yang Wanyi herself.

Her tempting red lips curved slightly as she smiled softly, her radiant expression like blossoming flowers, leaving all present with a sense of awe.

She naturally took Luo Feng’s right arm, then Yang Wanyi’s sweet voice sounded in the hall.

"Yes, Luo Feng is my fiancé. My father has already approved this."

Luo Feng looked at Zhouyan and calmly said:

"Zhouyan, tell me, do I qualify to replace Waner in the duel?"

Upon hearing this, many nodded lightly. Luo Feng, as Yang Wanyi’s fiancé, was evidently more qualified to participate in the duel than Qian Shaofeng.

Zhouyan’s face turned ashen, but before he spoke, Qian Shaofeng’s voice suddenly rang out.

"Zhouyan, agree with him."

Turning his gaze to Luo Feng, Qian Shaofeng’s eyes abruptly became incredibly sharp, saying:

"Luo Feng, today I will show you that you don’t have what it takes to challenge Senior Brother Lu Xiao Yun. Come and fight!"