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Li Xiaobai couldn’t help but laugh when he saw that person; indeed, enemies often cross each other’s paths—it truly is a small world.
This person was none other than the white-clad youth who had provoked him at the city gates earlier.
However, because the other party had entered the city earlier, he hadn’t seen the moment when Sky Blade Song Que made his move; therefore, he still did not take Li Xiaobai seriously in his heart.
“The world really is small, I didn’t expect to encounter you here,”
Li Xiaobai nodded and said.
“Heh heh, Li Xiaobai, I didn’t expect you to willingly walk into the net. Do you know that within this Holy City, there are many powerful predecessors from the big factions of Central Province that you simply cannot contend with!”
“It seems I won’t need to make a move myself; you’ll be suppressed and sent back to Central Province very soon.”
The white-clad youth said with a sneer.
Fighting privately within the Holy City is strictly forbidden; no one can violate this rule.
But if he were to report the matter, he would likely receive a lot of good things.
“Your vision is too narrow; I don’t wish to waste words with you. You should spend more time at home seeking guidance from your family elders,”
“An existence like mine is not something someone of your realm can fathom.”
Li Xiaobai slowly shook his head, feeling that this person’s brain had some issues.
The white-clad youth was furious; he considered himself a genius from Central Province, known to but a few due to his years of battling on the frontier. However, when it came to strength, he was confident he could beat most of the younger generation.
In his view, Li Xiaobai was just a country bumpkin who, by sheer luck, had gained some fame. He truly did not possess much ability, yet he actually took himself seriously; if it weren’t for being in the Holy City, he would have beaten Li Xiaobai half to death right then and there.
“Heh heh, Li Xiaobai, this world never lacks geniuses. Perhaps you feel that you have some fame, but in my eyes, you’re not even worth a fart. You’ve never battled at the frontier; you’re just a greenhouse flower, an ant that can be crushed at will,”
“You’d better pray that you don’t leave the Holy City, otherwise, I will make you understand what true despair means!”
The youth said menacingly.
“Heh heh, just a jumping clown,”
Li Xiaobai replied indifferently, not taking him seriously at all.
It was at this moment that the doors to the grand hall opened, and the deep voice of a middle-aged man came from inside.
“The two gentlemen outside, please come in. I apologize for not being a gracious host; please don’t take it to heart.”
“Not at all, it is an honor for us juniors to be personally received by Duke Zhenyuan!”
The white-clad youth’s attitude took a one-hundred-and-eighty-degree turn, his face beaming with smiles as he humbly entered the hall.
Li Xiaobai was speechless; this guy changed faces faster than the weather—quite remarkable.
The grand hall was empty.
There was only a table and several chairs, with several simulated maps of battlefields placed on the tabletop, around which a group of people was gathered in deep thought.
The middle-aged man standing in the center was none other than Duke Zhenyuan, Yang Guang. At this moment, Yang Huan was whispering by his side.
Yang Huan had already explained all that needed to be said; apart from the matter at the city gates, which wasn’t mentioned due to Song Que’s involvement, the rest was told to Yang Guang in full detail.
After hearing about the series of deeds attributed to Li Xiaobai, Yang Guang was somewhat shocked within; a single person slaughtering his way through the vast majority of the wasteland, effortlessly killing nine small battlefields’ Flesh Mountains—this was not something an ordinary cultivator could accomplish.
Moreover, the wanted order for the other party had only just arrived in his hands two days ago. Initially, he had thought this was just a common genius who had gotten into trouble and was being made a scapegoat, but now it seemed there might be secrets he was unaware of.
However, to say that the other party had the ability to influence the overall battle situation was something he did not believe at all. Listening to his daughter’s account, this Li Xiaobai had from start to finish only killed some low-rank Flesh Mountains and cultivators, which proved nothing.
At this age, this stage, the most talented individuals were merely just stepping into the Tribulation Crossing realm.
Even if Li Xiaobai were some kind of freak, it wouldn’t be possible for him to exceed the cultivation level of the Transcendance Tribulation Stage. At most, as the warrant issued said, he holds some kind of supreme treasure, infinitely powerful, capable of fighting against enemies of higher realms.
Yang Huan understood Yang Guang’s thoughts perfectly well. Although she was anxious, she couldn’t fully disclose the details of the incident. Due to the oath, she could not speak directly about the strange black flames that were everywhere, nor about the confrontation with Sky Blade Song Que at the city gate.
Therefore, she could only be so anxious that she was burning with impatience. Seeing his daughter’s demeanor, Yang Guang found it somewhat amusing. In his view, Yang Huan was simply sulking because she had lost the argument.
“Junior Wu De from Devil Cloud Cave in Central Province pays his respect to all the seniors present.”
The youth in white advanced to give a salute, greeting each and every prominent individual present.
“Hehe, not bad at all, De’er is a rare talent in Devil Cloud Cave; at only thirty years old, he has already stepped into the Spirit Realm Great Perfection. Given time, he will surely become a pillar of support for Devil Cloud Cave!”
In the crowd, an old man with a white beard stroked his beard, looking at Wu De with utmost satisfaction. Although within the Devil Cloud Cave this disciple was not the most outstanding, he was definitely the closest to the top tier of talents.
And compared to those two people in the top tier, he liked this disciple more. He knew proper etiquette, when to advance or retreat, and understood very well how to conduct himself in society.
Li Xiaobai had an odd expression on his face. Were the names of people from Central Province always so bizarre and random?
Wu De?
Wu De?
Who in the world came up with this name? Truly a talent!
“Haha, not bad at all. He’s much better than my own kid. To achieve so much at such a young age is truly a blessing for the human race!”
“Indeed, it seems that it won’t be long before Central Province will see another prodigy reaching the Transcendance Tribulation Stage!”
“Yes, yes, this calls for congratulations to Elder Gongsun, if they manage to have three prodigies reaching the Tribulation Crossing stage, that would be a great fortune for Central Province.”
The other bigwigs also wore smiles, offering their compliments.
“Hehe, that still depends on his own efforts!”
Elder Gongsun couldn’t stop grinning.
“Elder Gongsun and the seniors flatter me too much. This little cultivation of mine is not worth mentioning. I have to thank Devil Cloud Cave for its nurturing.”
Wu De had a very humble expression, chuckling.
“Hmm, not bad. What brings you here today, De’er?”
Elder Gongsun smiled as he asked.
“I have just returned from the third battlefield and wanted to visit the distinguished seniors, as well as to report on the situation there. Additionally, I came to take charge of gathering supplies.”
“However, just now, something else came to mind.”
Wu De’s eyes suddenly turned sharp, with a hint of killing intent in his voice.
“What is it? Speak your mind, and I will decide for you here,” said Elder Gongsun, his expression turning serious as he sensed Wu De’s unusual demeanor.
“It’s quite a coincidence, but here in the Holy City, I’ve encountered Demon Sword Li Xiaobai!”
As he spoke, Wu De pointed at Li Xiaobai beside him, with a cold and mocking sneer.
Upon these words, the room fell silent. Everyone, except Yang Guang and his daughter, was too stunned to react, staring blankly at Li Xiaobai.
This face seemed somewhat familiar.
Yet, Li Xiaobai himself seemed completely unaware, waving his hand and saying cheerfully, “Hello everyone!”