Chapter 1263: A Major Crisis

What the...?

Mining?!

This move left everyone's eyes wide open in shock!

At this point, shouldn't they let Young Master Liu go, try to ease the situation, and apologize later? Isn't that the so-called "turning a big problem into a small one"?

But Elder Yi was different.

Not only did he show no signs of backing down, but he also added fuel to the fire by making the esteemed Young Master Liu go mining?!

The people of the Divine Path Sect were all dumbfounded, exchanging glances of disbelief.

The elder nervously bowed, trembling slightly.

"E-Elder Yi?"

"Did I hear wrong? This Young Master Liu's father is an elder of the Fallen God Palace. At this point, why are you making him mine?"

"This, this..."

Before Yi Feng could respond, Liu Haotian, his face flushed with anger, pointed at him and shouted!

"You! You! You're going too far!"

"How dare you utter such humiliating words in front of me? You're asking for death!"

Yi Feng glanced at him with a look of disdain.

"You're absolutely right."

Liu Haotian was momentarily stunned, unsure how to retort.

The old man behind him exploded with rage, trembling as he cursed!

"You insolent brat! How dare you!"

"Elder Liu is a figure of great stature! To humiliate Young Master Liu like this is to tarnish the reputation of the Fallen God Palace! You deserve death ten thousand times over!"

"You..."

Before they could finish, Yi Feng slapped them several times in quick succession!

"Slap! Slap! Slap!"

After a series of crisp sounds, the old men were knocked to the ground, their heads spinning, unable to get up.

Yi Feng glanced at them with annoyance before speaking again.

"Enough noise!"

"Do you really need to keep yapping? If his father weren't an elder, I wouldn't even make him mine! This is settled—either mine or die. You choose!"

Hiss...

The sound of gasps grew even louder, and the air around them seemed to heat up!

Not only was Liu Haotian shocked beyond belief, but even the onlookers were left dumbfounded, utterly stunned by Elder Yi's domineering attitude and terrifying strength!

Those slaps just now were ridiculously powerful!

That seemingly casual strike was likely just the tip of the iceberg of Elder Yi's true power. No one could even imagine what he might be capable of at full strength.

So, Elder Yi's cultivation was this formidable!

What was even more terrifying was that this elder didn't even care about the Fallen God Palace or Elder Liu's reputation. His boldness was truly off the charts!

Just who was this person to have such confidence?!

Suddenly, everyone felt that Yi Feng was even more unfathomable, and they couldn't help but feel a sense of dread about how this situation would unfold.

Even though Liu Haotian was filled with rage, when he met Yi Feng's cold gaze again, he didn't dare to speak. It was as if he was enveloped by the fear of death, forcing him to suppress his humiliation and anger deep within.

"What are you staring at? Go mine!"

A single, calm sentence from Yi Feng made Liu Haotian feel as if a mountain of pressure had been placed on him, chilling him to the bone.

Liu Haotian clenched his teeth and fists, standing stiffly for a few moments before his face finally turned pale. He silently walked toward the foot of the mountain, followed by the old men.

Not long after, the once-arrogant master and his servants were all at the foot of the mountain, digging away.

The onlookers felt their scalps tingle as they watched!

It was as if they weren't mining ore but the lives of everyone present. Every clink of the pickaxe seemed to foretell the death of another cultivator in the future.

This was a major crisis!

After hearing a few clinks, the elder of the Divine Path Sect felt a chill run down his spine.

He quickly bowed to Yi Feng, his voice filled with fear.

"Elder..."

"This! This won't do, absolutely not!"

"To make Young Master Liu labor like this—when his father comes seeking justice, how can we bear it? Please, Elder, show some mercy and leave some room for negotiation!"

Seeing the elder's nervous expression, Yi Feng slowly shook his head.

"Sigh."

"These people have been arrogant and domineering for too long. No matter how much you tolerate them, you'll never be safe. Continually giving in will only bring you more humiliation."

"Don't worry. When his father comes, I'll take full responsibility."

Yi Feng's actions might seem reckless, but he had already thought things through.

Whether he could handle this situation or not, he would stand firm. Even if Elder Liu was incredibly powerful and ended up killing everyone, including Yi Feng himself, as long as he achieved immortality, he could revive everyone afterward. That was the best outcome and the worst-case scenario.

Of course, if Elder Liu was all bark and no bite, then it wouldn't matter at all.

Hearing this, the elder of the Divine Path Sect clenched his teeth and bowed.

"Elder, your righteousness is deeply appreciated."

"Indeed, as you said, at this point, further tolerance won't change anything. We might as well fight! With Liu Haotian in our hands, we have a chance. We are willing to stand with you, Elder!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the crowd behind him clasped their fists and echoed!

"We are willing to stand with you, Elder!"

Having witnessed many of their fellow disciples being killed, they had been forced to endure Liu Haotian's arrogance. But now, with a chance for revenge, they had no other choice. Their cultivation spirits burned with determination!

Cultivators, by nature, defy the heavens. They fear no death in the pursuit of their goals!

Seeing everyone's resolve, Yi Feng nodded solemnly.

"Good, let's fight this battle together!"

With that, Yi Feng looked toward the foot of the mountain and added, "Keep a close eye on those people. Even though they're injured, don't let your guard down. If there's any movement, notify me immediately."

The elder quickly responded.

"Elder, rest assured. They are severely injured. We'll seal their cultivation later, ensuring they stay here and mine without any issues!"

Hearing this, Yi Feng nodded in relief.

That Liu kid loved to show off. It was time for him to taste the bitterness of reality and cure his arrogance. Hopefully, his father would come soon and not disappoint.

After giving a few more instructions, Yi Feng summoned his sword and flew off into the distance.

Watching the streak of light disappear into the horizon, the Divine Path Sect and the Black Dragon miners were filled with awe.

This elder's methods were truly profound and unfathomable.

The mining site resumed its operations, but everyone was weighed down by the impending battle. Even the elder personally guarded the collapsed mine, keeping a close eye on Liu Haotian and his men.

Liu Haotian, despite his sealed cultivation, still couldn't let go of his pride.

"Scum!"

"You lowly peasants, how dare you rely on an outsider to make me mine?!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the elder's face darkened with anger.

Remembering Elder Yi's instructions, he felt a surge of confidence. Coupled with the hatred for his fallen comrades, his anger boiled over!

Stop acting all high and mighty!

I might die in this battle, and I'm not afraid anymore. Why should I put up with your nonsense?!

The more he thought about it, the angrier he got. The elder gritted his teeth and whipped Liu Haotian!

"You're the scum! Your whole family is scum!"

The crisp sound of the whip echoed, and Liu Haotian gasped in pain, humiliation flooding his heart. He clenched his teeth and picked up the ore, vowing to remember this disgrace!

If he got the chance later, he would definitely send a message to his father and have these peasants ground to dust!