Chapter 120 – Visitors from All Directions Compete for Supremacy (One)

It was rather amusing how simple the Masked Figure’s reasoning turned out to be: Ye Kuang had become a coveted prize, all because of the prevailing rumor that whoever could defeat him would claim the title of the top talent among the younger generation.

It could be said that everyone has selfish desires, and with selfish desires comes the pursuit of fame and gain!

Ye Kuang pondered silently, clearly harboring some skepticism toward the Masked Figure’s explanation. Yet, he couldn’t deny that without this reason, the Masked Figure wouldn’t have sought him out in the first place.

It seemed he would have to wait for the next wave of challengers to confirm the truth.

With this thought, Ye Kuang cupped his hands and said, “Then I must thank you for the clarification. Should you ever have a request in the future, I will do my utmost to assist.”

Ling Yun replied, “You’re too kind.”

But no sooner had he spoken than Ling Yun couldn’t help but express his bewilderment: “Still, you’re quite the surprise. You haven’t broken through to the Kongming realm, yet you can wield power at this level. It’s truly baffling.”

Ye Kuang also felt puzzled upon hearing this. Just as he was about to ask for more meaningful information, a clamor of noisy voices erupted outside the room.

“Tell that brat Ye Kuang to come out, or don’t blame us for being impolite!”

“Who are you people? How dare you barge in here like this—”

“Enough of your nonsense! If you value your life, go fetch Jade Maiden as well. I’ve heard she’s as beautiful as a celestial maiden. If she can please this young master, hahaha, you’ll be handsomely rewarded.”

“How dare you!”

Bang! Bang! Bang!

Hearing this, Ye Kuang knew the trouble he had anticipated had finally arrived.

Even Jade Maiden’s expression shifted slightly at the commotion. She was no fool—before this, she might have preferred to avoid trouble, but judging by the tone of these intruders, they seemed hostile.

In response, Ling Yun said coldly, “Let’s go see who has the audacity to act so recklessly.”

Outside the room.

Gao Laosan and his two companions were engaged in a continuous exchange of blows with a young man. Despite their furious roars, they hadn’t managed to land a single scratch on their opponent.

Meanwhile, the surrounding onlookers whistled and jeered, almost as if they were beating drums and gongs to egg them on.

Judging by their peculiar attire, they didn’t seem to be from the southern regions.

Seeing this, Ling Piaoyun couldn’t help but shout sharply, “Gao Laosan, fall back!”

No sooner had she spoken than she moved to step forward.

But to her surprise, the Masked Figure, sensing the situation was turning sour, quickly reached out to block her path.

Ling Piaoyun looked at him in confusion, then glared angrily. “Senior Brother?”

The Masked Figure didn’t respond to her question. Instead, he fixed a cold gaze on the group of over thirty people opposite them.

“The Thirty-Six Heavenly Stars—reputation truly precedes you. What… do you think you can bully others just because you outnumber them?”

“Oh? You can actually recognize us.”

“Why wouldn’t I? Your strange attire alone gives you away. Besides, the Thirty-Six Stars always advance and retreat together, so it’s not hard to guess your true identities.”

“Clever.” The speaker was none other than Mang Shan, the Tiankui Star and leader of the Thirty-Six Stars.

Hearing this, the Masked Figure suddenly shifted his gaze to one side, where a young man was lounging back in a chair, legs stretched out and crossed in a casual, almost slovenly manner.

“I presume you are the renowned leader, Tiankui Star?””Since you know who we are, this becomes simple. First, hand over Ye Kuang. Second, as my brother said, let us feast our eyes and see if this Jade Maiden is truly as stunningly beautiful as the rumors claim.”

Upon hearing this, Ling Piaoyun couldn’t contain herself and snapped sharply, “I’m right here. What do you intend to do?”

It could be said she had always been somewhat hot-tempered. If she could have held back now, she wouldn’t be Ling Piaoyun.

Mang Shan looked up at the sound, scrutinizing her from head to toe before breaking into a grin. “Well-proportioned figure, voluptuous and striking. Truly, seeing once is better than hearing a hundred times.”

“Hahaha…”

“You…” Ling Piaoyun was so infuriated by his words she nearly twisted her own hands in agitation, wishing she could pinch them hard.

Mang Shan: “Don’t get angry, beauty. The more upset you become, the more excited these brothers might get.”

“Hahaha, Big Brother’s way with words is absolutely unmatched. I can hardly stand it.”

“Little lady, see how much our Big Brother cares for you? He’s never shown us such concern.”

“Ooh…woohoo…”

Watching this, Ye Kuang understood completely: a bunch of lowlifes would always remain lowlifes.

Despite their martial skills, they were still nothing but vulgar ruffians at heart.

“I thought the Thirty-Six Heavenly Stars were supposed to be heroes. Who would have guessed they’re just shameless frauds riding on empty reputations? Seeing them now, they’re utterly unimpressive,” Ye Kuang suddenly mocked.

“Huh? Who are you talking about, kid? Looks like you’ve got a death wish.”

Ye Kuang: “Whoever responds, I’m talking about them.”

“You…”

Mang Shan: “You must be that Ye Kuang. Truly living up to your name—wild and arrogant.”

Hearing this, Ye Kuang immediately took a swaggering step, moving behind Gao Laosan in an instant, then placed a light palm against the latter’s back.

Whoosh!

Unexpectedly, Gao Laosan suddenly seemed as if he had taken a courage-boosting pill. As his True Qi surged through his body, he sent his opponent flying with a single palm strike.

Mang Shan’s eyes narrowed at the sight. “The Clarity Realm?”

But then he changed his tone and called out to someone behind him, “Fourth Brother, go test him out.”

A young man promptly stepped forward, and the scene quieted down somewhat.

He was burly and tall, his entire body radiating an aura of invincible explosive power.

Ye Kuang had acted this way with his own calculations in mind. The opponents were numerous, and if a fight broke out, variables were inevitable.

He was clearly thinking of taking down as many as possible, one by one.

The Masked Figure saw this and naturally recognized Ye Kuang’s intent. He clenched his fists, already preparing for the worst.

“Fists and feet have no eyes. I am Tianxian Star, Chou Wanhai.”

Ye Kuang was slightly surprised, clearly not expecting this opponent to be such an unconventional character.

Thinking this, he immediately cupped his hands in a salute. “Ye Kuang.”

Meanwhile, the other Thirty-Five Heavenly Stars whistled and cheered him on.

“Fourth Brother, don’t get taken down, or you’ll disgrace the reputation of us Thirty-Six Heavenly Stars.”

“Fourth Brother, it’s all up to you. Best if you can capture the Jade Maiden too, hehe…”

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