Chapter 1345: Lets See What Youre Made Of

Chen Cangyun turned his head upon hearing the voice. Before him stood a simple thatched cottage, its wooden gate nothing out of the ordinary. Through the open courtyard gate, a few modest huts were visible, unremarkable and resembling the dwellings of ordinary folk.

Indeed, this was a place of seclusion, exuding the aura of a hidden master.

With a composed smile, he nodded politely.

"Hmm."

"Thank you, Mayor Xu, for the introduction. Let us proceed to pay our respects to Mr. Yi."

The mayor, flustered, quickly stepped aside to welcome them.

One by one, they stepped through the wooden gate.

The small courtyard was empty, save for a few chairs, a table, and an old tree. The surrounding thatched huts were equally unassuming, evoking the image of a simple, tranquil farmhouse, far removed from the clamor of the world.

After the mayor called out several times, a young man finally emerged from one of the huts.

Dressed in pristine white robes, with sharp brows and bright eyes, he cut a striking figure.

At first glance, Chen Cangyun's anticipation grew. The man's demeanor was extraordinary, exactly as he had imagined. Without waiting for the mayor's introduction, he clasped his hands in a respectful salute and spoke with a warm smile.

"You must be Mr. Yi Feng?"

"I've heard of your remarkable talents and have come to pay my respects. I hope you can forgive any intrusion."

Observing the man, Yi Feng quickly surmised the situation. The dignified man who had just entered the courtyard, accompanied by Chen Yuxin and the respectful mayor, clearly had some purpose in mind.

Before Yi Feng could speak, Chen Cangyun glanced sideways and continued with pleasantries.

"Here are some small gifts as a token of our visit. They are but trifles, unworthy of your esteem."

Though his words were polite, his eyes briefly scanned the ornate gift boxes, betraying a hint of pride and confidence in his offerings.

However, none of this seemed to pique Yi Feng's interest.

Out of courtesy, he responded calmly.

"My humble abode is rather simple. Please, make yourselves comfortable."

With that, Yi Feng, as the host, took a seat without further ado. His lack of additional words, though not rude, created an awkward atmosphere.

The mayor was slightly taken aback, unsure of what to make of the situation.

Chen Yuxin, on the other hand, was growing impatient. Though she dared not act out of line again, seeing the carefully prepared gifts fail to elicit even a flicker of interest in Yi Feng's eyes left her feeling uneasy.

She seemed on the verge of speaking up to emphasize their purpose.

Compared to the others, Chen Cangyun was far more composed. A flicker of surprise crossed his eyes, but he quickly regained his calm demeanor, sitting down as if nothing were amiss, showing no sign of concern.

This unflappable composure was befitting of a man who had held the position of city lord for many years.

Worried that those around him might lose their composure, he signaled for the others to leave.

"You may leave now. I wish to speak with Mr. Yi alone."

Chen Yuxin and the mayor promptly excused themselves and withdrew.

Once the courtyard was empty except for him and Yi Feng, Chen Cangyun clasped his hands and spoke with a measured smile.

"Mr. Yi."

"With so many people around earlier, there were some things I couldn't say."

"To be frank, I've come today to disturb your peace with a request. I would like to invite you to Yecheng to join us in a grand endeavor. These gifts are but trifles. If you agree, any condition you propose will be met without question!"

His straightforward offer was full of sincerity.

Chen Cangyun's eyes gleamed with determination, his attitude now far more respectful. A hint of excitement flickered across his face, his brows conveying a sense of inevitability.

However, after waiting a few moments, Yi Feng simply reclined on a long chair and responded casually.

"I'm just a teacher. I think you've come to the wrong person."

At these words, Chen Cangyun was momentarily stunned.

The wrong person?

This answer was completely unexpected.

Gazing at the composed figure before him, he knew full well that this was merely a brush-off. He, a city lord, had humbled himself to come here, expressing his sincerity in every possible way, yet this was the response he received?

Even if the other man was a Martial Emperor, he himself was at the peak of Martial King realm, not far behind. Surely he didn't deserve to be treated as some random nuisance?

This was bordering on outright arrogance.

Chen Cangyun was no ordinary man. Though displeased, he quickly masked his embarrassment with a smile and continued to endure, speaking with forced politeness.

"Haha..."

"You are too modest, sir."

"Perhaps my visit was too sudden, and you are unaware of Yecheng's current state. Though our territory may not be vast, after years of diligent effort, we have built up considerable resources."

"Currently, Yecheng boasts three Martial King-level experts, including myself. We dominate the surrounding region, while other cities are mere rabble, only able to compete when they band together."

"To put it bluntly, Yecheng is destined for greatness. With your joining, we would be unstoppable. All resources would be at your fingertips, providing ample support for your cultivation. Surely, with your current level of attainment, you understand the value of such an opportunity?"

As he spoke, Chen Cangyun grew more confident, unconsciously exuding the authority of a high-ranking official.

His intense gaze shone with conviction, as if he believed that no one could resist such an offer of power and resources. Even a Martial Emperor, faced with such an opportunity, would have no reason to refuse.

But after waiting for what felt like an eternity, Yi Feng remained calm, slowly rising to gaze at the distant green hills.

"I'm not interested."

"If you have nothing else to discuss, please see yourself out."

Not even deigning to look at him was arrogance enough. After all his earnest persuasion, the man remained aloof, as if everything he'd said was meaningless!

This man was truly insufferable!

Finally, Chen Cangyun's pride was wounded, and his anger began to boil over.

Staring at the white-robed figure's back, his expression darkened, as if he had suffered a grave insult. The dignity of a Martial King had been slighted, and rage began to surge within him.

Fine...

Fine!

What a Martial Emperor you are!

I, a city lord, came here in person to extend an invitation, and in your eyes, it's worth nothing? Acting all high and mighty, as if you're some Martial Ancestor!

What an enormous ego!

As his fury burned, Chen Cangyun, disregarding propriety, extended his spiritual sense, yet could detect nothing unusual. He had to admit, this man was indeed a Martial Emperor, no ordinary figure.

But the more he realized this, the more indignant he became!

Clenching his teeth, he stared for a few more moments, then began to channel his spiritual energy, his right hand gathering power within his sleeve.

Today.

I will test you myself, Martial Emperor. Let's see what you're made of, to be so arrogant!

I, a peak Martial King, am no pushover. I won't tolerate being treated with such disdain!

I can't swallow this insult!

With his pride and blood boiling, Chen Cangyun's eyes flashed with ferocity as he unleashed a palm strike!

"Boom..."

A terrifying surge of energy transformed into a fierce gale, hurtling toward Yi Feng's back!