Urban Martial Saint

Ye Qing looked at Huangfu Ziyu, whose face showed no slightest change in expression, maintaining a faint smile. However, Ye Qing could tell that deep within Huangfu Ziyu’s eyes, there still lingered a suppressed chill.

”I’ve heard that Miss Huangfu is also a descendant of the Shen Family, but I don’t know what happened that has led to the current situation,” Ye Qing paused and spoke softly, ”If the Southern Fist King knew about Miss Huangfu’s disputes with the Shen Family, I’m afraid he wouldn’t take it well!”

At the mention of the Southern Fist King, Huangfu Ziyu’s expression finally changed. She frowned, gave Ye Qing a deep look, and said, ”Do not use my master’s name to persuade me. Today’s Shen Family is no longer the Shen Family of my master’s time. This matter has nothing to do with you; you may leave!”

After finishing her words, Huangfu Ziyu turned around, her hands clasped behind her as she gazed at the mural on the wall. Ye Qing wanted to say more, but was blocked by the dwarf.

”Mr. Ye, please,” the dwarf extended a hand, gesturing for Ye Qing to leave.

Looking at Huangfu Ziyu’s retreating figure, Ye Qing sighed, then turned and left the room. This woman, with a heart as firm as iron, was not someone he could persuade.

Downstairs, Li Lianshan had also arranged for Lin Huayu and the others. Following Ye Qing’s instructions, he had specifically arranged for them to stay on the other side of the building. However, he doubted it would prevent them from doing as they pleased. After entering the room, Shen Baichuan had been in a temper, as if he couldn’t wait to chase after and kill Huangfu Ziyu.

”How did these people come to hold a grudge against Miss Huangfu?” Li Lianshan quietly asked Ye Qing, ”With Miss Huangfu being such a formidable figure, who would dare to trouble her, and where did Lin Huayu find such people?”

Li Lianshan was still unaware of the identities of these people from the Shen Family, his mind filled with confusion.

Ye Qing glanced at him and said, ”Have you heard of the Xihang Shen Family?”

”The Xihang Shen Family?” Li Lianshan was momentarily stunned, then his expression changed drastically, and he stammered, ”They... they are people from the Xihang Shen Family?”

Ye Qing slowly nodded, and Li Lianshan’s face was filled with shock as he exclaimed, ”The Xihang Shen Family? Really from the Xihang Shen Family? You aren’t joking, are you? If word gets out that the Xihang Shen Family has come to join our celebration, my name, Li Lianshan, would be known throughout the Southern Six Provinces!”

The name of the Xihang Shen Family was known to nearly everyone involved in the underworld of the South. Li Lianshan was acutely aware of the terror associated with the Shen Family, a clan mythical to him, and now this legendary family had sent representatives to celebrate the opening of the Southern Suburbs Dogfight Arena. How could he not be excited?

”Don’t be too happy!” Ye Qing shook his head, ”Their arrival may not necessarily be good.”

”Right,” Li Lianshan suddenly became disheartened and said, ”Considering their relationship with Miss Huangfu, it’s almost certain there’s animosity. Damn, what on earth is going on? It would be a great honor for us to receive congratulations from Miss Huangfu or the Shen Family, and yet these adversarial parties have both arrived. Mother of heaven, if they start fighting, who’s going to care about celebrating our opening!”

As he said this, Li Lianshan grew even more dejected, ”There’s also the Xikou Fire Butterfly, another major figure. But it seems she didn’t come to celebrate with us either. She arrived and killed someone right away, even carrying a head upstairs. What in the world is going on? Sigh, compared to these demon-like characters, we in Shenchuan City don’t even have a presence anymore. It looks like we’re not going to be the stars tonight!”

Ye Qing patted his shoulder, offering comfort, ”Don’t be agitated, there’ll be a way when we get to the mountain, let’s take it one step at a time!”

”What else can we do...” Li Lianshan shrugged his shoulders, about to speak, when he saw seven vehicles driving towards the gate in the distance. The lead car even had a large plaque hanging on it, bearing the words Xingyi Martial Arts School in bold letters!

”The people from the Xingyi Martial Arts School have arrived?” Li Lianshan scratched his head and suddenly widened his eyes, ”Could it be Old Master Tie who’s come?”

Ye Qing had already gone to greet them. The seven cars drove into the courtyard of the dog field, and several people descended from the first few cars. Out of the lead car, indeed came Tie Yongwen and his son Tie Weihua, as well as their closed-door disciple Du Tianyi. It was evident that Tie Yongwen showed great care for Du Tianyi, treating him like his own child. Following in another car were the tall and short senior brothers, and then people from the Xingyi Martial Arts School. There were also several individuals whom Ye Qing did not recognize, but he guessed they must be Tie Yongwen’s direct disciples.

”Uncle Tie!” Ye Qing hastily greeted him, ”How could we trouble you to come all this way?”

”Hahahaha...” Tie Yongwen stroked his beard and laughed heartily, loudly proclaiming, ”You are my nephew, and today is your opening day. If I, as your uncle, didn’t show up, wouldn’t that be rude? Besides, at an event like this, who knows how many devils and demons might take the chance to cause trouble. I, as your uncle, might not have much to offer, but I brought a group of my disciples over. If some reckless fool does want to make trouble here, we’re just in time to lend you a hand!”

In the courtyard stood many people, including some from other provinces, all with ill intentions. Tie Yongwen’s voice boomed, clearly addressing those with nefarious purposes, establishing his authority in the yard.

Some in the crowd knew of Tie Yongwen’s status and naturally did not dare to provoke him. Those unaware of his identity were now quietly inquiring about it, considering his overt display of dominance.

Ye Qing knew that Tie Yongwen was establishing his authority on his behalf, and he couldn’t help but feel deeply moved. He walked over, bowed, and said, ”Thank you, Uncle Tie!”

”We are all family here, no need for formalities!” Tie Yongwen waved his hand and said, ”Tian Yi, Shusen, you take a few of our fellow disciples to help Nephew Ye here with the reception.”

”Yes!” Du Tianyi and Gao Shusen responded in unison, calling a few capable fellow disciples to stand by Ye Qing’s side.

Ye Qing felt even more grateful and said, ”Thank you, Senior Brother Gao and Brother Du. Uncle Tie, let me take you upstairs to rest first!”

”No hurry!” Tie Yongwen smiled faintly, then suddenly looked up towards the window on the rooftop.

As Tie Yongwen had entered with such dominance, the people upstairs had already seen it. Shangguan Tian, Li Wenyuan, and Pi Junchao were standing by the window and were watching when suddenly they saw Tie Yongwen looking up. The three of them immediately turned their heads and walked away, not daring to meet Tie Yongwen’s gaze.

Fire Butterfly and Poisonous Mantis were still standing by the window. Confronting Tie Yongwen’s piercing gaze, neither woman showed the slightest retreat. Both exceptional characters in their own right, only such individuals could hold a gaze against Tie Yongwen.

On the other side of the upstairs, Shen Qianyue also stood by the window. Seeing Tie Yongwen, he smiled and gave a slight bow in greeting, his manners meticulous.

Tie Yongwen returned the smile with a nod towards Shen Qianyue, then turned to look at Fire Butterfly and Poisonous Mantis, saying, ”So these two young ladies have also come. Nephew Ye, it looks like your dogfight arena won’t have a peaceful night, huh!”

Ye Qing himself was feeling quite overwhelmed and said awkwardly, ”I’ll try to maintain order as much as possible!”

”Hahaha...” laughed Tie Yongwen heartily. He intended to go upstairs to join the people of the Shen Family. This elder had experienced many things in the past and naturally knew of the grudge between the Shen Family and Poisonous Mantis. He planned to stay with the Shen Family to prevent any conflict between them and Poisonous Mantis.

However, before he could speak again, two cars drove up to the entrance. The vehicles stopped right beside Ye Qing, and several people got out, one of them being the lady boss, Hu Momo.

The appearance of the lady boss immediately attracted many eyes. There were too many beautiful women who had come tonight, the most striking naturally being the peerlessly elegant Poisonous Mantis. However, since Poisonous Mantis hadn’t left her car yet and not many had seen her, she received less attention. Fire Butterfly also drew the gaze of many, but her unpredictable behavior instilled more fear than admiration in the crowd. Lin Huayu was just a young girl and Mu Qingrong had an air of efficiency about her, but it was truly the lady boss who was the epitome of femininity. Every move she made was full of charm, involuntarily attracting the attention of many present.

However, for Ye Qing, the person who truly caught his attention was the man by the lady boss’s side. This man of average height wore a leather mask over his face, making it impossible to see his features. His hands were exceptionally large, much wider than normal, and quite distinct.

This man was none other than the owner of the teahouse, the Ghost-faced Judge, Cui Yu.

”Elder Senior Tie has arrived too!” the lady boss slowly bowed, offering her respects to Tie Yongwen.

Tie Yongwen hummed noncommittally, his gaze fixed on Cui Yu.

”Nephew Ye, for the grand opening of your dogfight arena, did you send an invitation to the teahouse?” Tie Yongwen asked calmly.

Ye Qing shook his head, guessing that this man was most likely the Ghost-faced Judge. After all, White Impermanence and the young girl stood behind him with respectful demeanors. Besides the Ghost-faced Judge, who else could command such reverence?

”Without an invitation, I wonder what brings the teahouse here today?” Tie Yongwen stared intently at the Ghost-faced Judge. Others might fear Cui Yu, but he did not. Moreover, since the teahouse had repeatedly gathered assassins to kill Ye Qing, he too harbored animosity towards it.

Cui Yu’s mask hid his expression, but his eyes showed he bore no malice.

”Old Master Tie, please don’t be angry, we mean no harm,” said the lady boss with a gentle smile. ”The Southern Suburbs Dogfight Arena is opening today, and we’re all friends from Shenchuan City. Our teahouse wanted to come and enjoy the celebration. Mr. Ye, would that be all right?”

Tie Yongwen coldly said, ”If you just want to enjoy the celebrations, that’s not a problem, but if anyone intends to cause trouble during the banquet, they shouldn’t blame me, Mr. Tie, for not showing courtesy!”

White Impermanence’s expression changed, and he was about to speak, but Cui Yu sharply glared at him, and White Impermanence immediately fell silent.