Urban God of War: The Live-in Son-in-law-Chapter 444 : Just Wait and See
This time, the Sects of Ancient Martial Arts were represented by only three people in total, all of whom were either the Buddhist Sect Master, the Deputy Mansion Lord of the Holy Mansion of Confucian Sect, or the Deputy Sect Master of Tang Sect. Of course, for these great sects, to hold the position of a Deputy at the very least meant their cultivation had reached the level of the Half-Step Divine Ability Realm.
However, in Ye Feng's eyes, these people's cultivation realms seemed trivial. After all, he could easily kill those in the Divine Ability Realm, not to mention defeating even the legendary Saint Realm, let alone these fighters who had only taken half a step into the Divine Ability Realm.
After the representatives of the Three Sects of Ancient Martial Arts entered the reception hall, they were surprisingly courteous, especially since Ye Feng's act of annihilating both the Flora Sect and the Underworld Sect had been the talk of the Ancient Martial World not long ago. Clearly, the three were also afraid of provoking Ye Feng, the God of Slaughter.
"The three of you have traveled from afar, what brings you here?" Ye Feng asked coldly from his seat of honor as he looked over the three men.
Since the establishment of the Imperial Martial Academy, the conflict between Ye Feng and the Ancient Martial World had intensified, and with the destruction of both the Flora Sect and the Underworld Sect, the enmity between the two sides was beyond reconciliation.
The bald and big-eared monk from the Buddhist Sect clasped his hands together, chanting a Buddhist mantra: "As the saying goes, 'One does not visit a temple without a cause.' We naturally have matters to attend to today, and now our Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts are already assembled within the Buddhist Sect."
Ye Feng couldn't help but snort with mockery, "The Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts? Are there not only Seven Great Sects left at the moment? How can there still be nine?"
This remark was undoubtedly full of ridicule. Of course, Ye Feng also knew that although the elites and high-ranking members of the Underworld Sect and Flora Sect had been wiped out, it was conceivable that the remaining disciples would have temporarily taken over the sects. However, these two sects now lacked great powers and had become negligible concerns.
Had it not been for the support of other great sects, the Flora Sect and Underworld Sect would have already been struggling to survive and would not dare to openly oppose him again.
The three Deputy Sect Masters sitting opposite could clearly understand what Ye Feng meant. Although they felt rage within, they did not dare to make a scene. The Confucian Holy Mansion's Deputy Mansion Lord's face sank to an extreme, but he hid it behind his teacup.
The Deputy Sect Master of Tang Sect said with a faint smile, "Ye Feng, your words are amiss. Our Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts have existed since time immemorial, having been passed down for thousands of years. Such a long history does not disappear so easily."
Ye Feng laughed slightly, lifting the corners of his mouth, "Is that so? It seems that the work I've done recently was not enough?"
The three Deputy Sect Masters fell silent because they didn't know how to respond to Ye Feng's comment. They didn't dare agree, because that would be like admitting defeat and losing face. If they showed indignation, they were afraid of angering the God of Slaughter.
Ye Feng glanced over the three, then scoffed, "Enough, let's cut to the chase, and don't waste my time. Your Sects of Ancient Martial Arts are gathering at the Buddhist Sect, what is your intention?"
The Deputy Sect Master immediately replied, "The Sects of Ancient Martial Arts are soon to hold a Martial Arts Conference, extending invitations to all the heroes of the world to preside over justice for the Flora Sect and Underworld Sect."
As he said this, the Deputy Sect Master of the Buddhist Sect produced a golden invitation card, and continued, "This is our invitation, and we hope that you will honor us with your presence."
Ye Feng scoffed, "Preside over justice for the Flora Sect and Underworld Sect, you say? In other words, this so-called Martial Arts Conference is preparing to crusade against me, is that it?"
The Deputy Sect Master of the Buddhist Sect did not speak, and it was the Deputy Mansion Lord of the Holy Mansion of the Confucian Sect who finally could not contain his anger, gritting his teeth, "Ye Feng, your deeds against the Flora Sect and Underworld Sect are known to the world, completely disregarding martial morality with such brutal methods that have outraged both humans and gods. Should we not take action?"
The Deputy Sect Master of Tang Sect also added, "We, the Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts, are closely connected. Now that two of our sects have been destroyed, the rest of us cannot turn a blind eye, we must seek justice for them!"
Ye Feng chuckled, "What if I choose not to attend this Martial Arts Conference?"
The Deputy Mansion Lord of the Holy Mansion of the Confucian Sect huffed, "If you do not attend, then at that time, the Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts will march out of the Western Territory, head towards the Northern Upper Territory, and even advance directly to the Capital City, determined to obtain justice for the Flora and Underworld Sects, as well as a satisfactory explanation for the Martial Arts World!"
As he spoke, the Deputy Mansion Lord then added, "Of course, should things truly turn out this way, it will inevitably lead to a catastrophe for humanity, and usher in a disaster for the Martial Arts of Xuanyuan Nation. You, Ye Feng, who claim to consider the welfare of the common people and seek benefits for the fellow martial practitioners, surely would not stand idly by and let this happen, would you?"
Ye Feng narrowed his eyes but did not speak because he knew their words were not an exaggeration. If the Nine Great Sects indeed joined forces and advanced toward the Northern Border, the situation in the North would be jeopardized.
Of course, Ye Feng was not truly afraid of these so-called Sects of Ancient Martial Arts. His concern was that once the battle started, it would certainly be a disaster for the Martial Arts World, resulting in massive civilian casualties.
And that was not even the main issue. The key point was that once the two sides clashed, the Snow Wolf Country to the north and the Vampire Nation alliance to the west would surely not miss this perfect opportunity to strike again. By then, the situation in the Northern Border would undoubtedly become even more chaotic, something Ye Feng did not wish to see happen.
It was evident that the Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts were also counting on this, which is why they were bold enough to host the Martial Arts Conference at the Buddhist Sect, as they expected that Ye Feng would attend.
However, Ye Feng was not the type to be manipulated easily. After pondering for a moment, he spoke in a chilly voice, "I don't mind attending this Martial Arts Conference, and I might even agree to go without an army, but I have one condition!"
The Deputy Sect Master immediately responded, "State your term, and do not hesitate to speak!"
Ye Feng said, "If your Sects of Ancient Martial Arts want to uphold what you call the righteousness of the Martial Arts World, then there should be some rules set for this great martial arts convention."
"The rules were naturally decided long ago!" the Deputy Mansion Lord of the Holy Mansion of Confucian Sect immediately said, "After deliberations among the Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts, we have come to an agreement on three challenges. As long as you, sir, can break through the three challenges set by our nine sects, we in the Ancient Martial World will no longer pursue your previous actions and deeds. At that time, we will also present the resources and the Cultivation Method and Martial Technique that were originally agreed upon in their entirety."
Upon hearing this, Ye Feng burst out laughing.
Three Deputy Sect Masters coldly demanded, "Sir, what is so funny? Do you find our rule amusing?"
"Of course," Ye Feng snorted coldly. "Don't you find it funny yourselves? Those resources and the Cultivation Method and Martial Technique have already been agreed upon. According to the agreement, you should hand them over; you have absolutely no reason to refuse. Now you're using them as bargaining chips. Isn't that laughable?"
The three Deputy Sect Masters fell silent, knowing the truth in his words. After thinking it over, the Deputy Sect Master of the Buddhist Sect said, "Then what would you require to agree to attend the Martial Arts Convention at the Buddhist Sect?"
Ye Feng held up three fingers and stated, "If you want me to attend, I can, under three conditions. First, the Confucian Sect must hand over the Heritage Treasure Wen Xin. Second, I require the Black Jade Healing Paste from the Buddhist Sect. Third, I also want the Tang Sect's Heritage Treasure Blade and the Immortal Sword from Mount Shu!"
"That's impossible!" The three Deputy Sect Masters immediately refused, grinding their teeth as they said, "These items are all heritage treasures of our Buddhist Sect and cannot possibly be used as bargaining chips."
Ye Feng scoffed, "Don't be so quick to refuse me. You are not the ones to make this decision. You had better go back and discuss it with the Martial Arts Alliance Hierarchs."
The three Deputy Sect Masters looked at each other, then said, "Very well, we will send the message right away, and I believe we will soon have news from the other side."
Clearly, this was more like a negotiation. As with any negotiation, there naturally would be breaks, so Ye Feng was not in a hurry. He waved his hand, "Please, feel free. But there's one thing you need to understand."
He paused for a moment before continuing, his tone shifting as he added, "Even if I agree to attend the Martial Arts Convention, it does not mean that I fear you Sects of Ancient Martial Arts. I want you to relay a message to those Alliance Hierarchs, if they don't agree to my conditions, I will inevitably lead the three hundred thousand strong army of the Northern Border, oh no, that should be the one million strong Army of the Three Realms of Xuanyuan Nation, directly to the Ten-mile Slope and march on the Sects of the Ancient Martial Arts of the Western Territory!"
"When that time comes, I would like to see if your so-called Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts can withstand my million-strong cavalry!"
The three Deputy Sect Masters' faces changed color when they heard this. They had already received intelligence from the capital before coming here. Last night, following the battle at the Heavenly Movement Mountain Range, Duan Tian did not return, but Ye Feng came back unharmed. This indicated that Duan Tian was most likely dead.
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It also meant that the young man before them was now not only the King of the Northern Border but also the headmaster of the Martial Academy of Xuanyuan Nation, and he almost completely controlled the Army of the Three Realms of Xuanyuan Nation, even the Imperial Capital Guards. The mere thought was frightening.
It was then that the three realized how brazenly they had threatened to lead the disciples of the Nine Great Sects to the Northern Border. Nowadays, each Sect had roughly twenty to thirty thousand disciples; all combined, they totaled just over two hundred thousand, which clearly could not withstand such force.
"Fine, since the Northern King insists on this, we will of course report exactly as asked!" After speaking, the three turned and walked into an adjacent bedroom, where they began to send messages, followed by a wait for the decision-makers of the Buddhist Sect.
It was then, standing behind Ye Feng, that Xiao Chuanqi couldn't help but whisper, "Your Majesty, why agree to attend this so-called Martial Arts Convention? This convention is clearly targeting you."
Sima Zhantian also clenched his teeth and muttered, "Indeed, Your Majesty. Now that the old dog, Duan Tian, is dead, and the Imperial Capital Guards have expressed their willingness to follow you, Your Majesty, you have the ultimate power. There's no need to take this risk. If those Sects of Ancient Martial Arts dare not to produce the resources and Cultivation Technique and Martial Technique, Your Majesty should just lead your army and annihilate these damn sects just like you did with the Flora Sect and the Underworld Sect."
Xiao Chuanqi added, "Your Majesty, what if during the convention, the so-called Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts disregard the rules and morality of the Martial Arts World and seeing Your Majesty pass the three challenges, they renege on the deal and lay an ambush instead? We can't overlook this possibility."
Ye Feng gestured for them to stop and then smiled slightly, "Not to worry, the entire Xuanyuan Nation is aware of the upcoming Martial Arts Convention. If the Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts blatantly violate the rules and morality of the Martial Arts World, then they will lose the very foundation of their sects. They would not be so foolish."
"But..." Sima Zhantian started to object.
Ye Feng gestured again to stop him, "Furthermore, I'm doing this to prevent a calamity in the Martial Arts World and keep the living from suffering. Besides, if we don't proceed this way, we can't get the Black Jade Healing Paste, and Leng Wuming will never be able to recover."
"So it turns out His Majesty has such great compassion. We were both too narrow-minded. However, Your Majesty, the three challenges at the Martial Arts Convention will undoubtedly be fraught with great danger and incredible difficulty. Are you certain of success?" Xiao Chuanqi asked.
Ye Feng raised an eyebrow and then smirked, "I can't claim to be a hundred percent sure right now, but let this matter be deliberated. After I make a few adjustments, there will be absolutely no problem."
"What adjustments? How will you do that?" Sima Zhantian inquired.
Ye Feng gave a mysterious smile and replied, "The secrets of heaven must not be revealed. Just wait and see."
