No one knew exactly what had happened in the square.
All anyone knew was that the sounds of fighting continued to erupt, and they seemed to be quite intense.
In fact, Wu Tian and Chen Shanfeng had already exchanged dozens of blows.
During the fight, Wu Tian had also confirmed that Chen Shanfeng's spiritual energy level should have just reached level five.
This level was considered quite high among spiritual cultivators, so Wu Tian, without unleashing his full power, was able to fight him back and forth.
After a while, the two suddenly separated and returned to their respective positions.
After such a fierce battle, Chen Shanfeng's breathing had become somewhat erratic.
Wu Tian's breathing also became slightly more rapid.
Chen Shanfeng stared at Wu Tian with a dark expression, his heart filled with shock.
He hadn't expected Wu Tian to be so difficult to deal with. He had already gone all out, yet he couldn't even injure Wu Tian. This indicated that Wu Tian's strength was at least on par with his own.
He couldn't help but ask, "Who exactly are you? How can someone your age possess such formidable strength?"
"Are you a genius who has emerged from a reclusive spiritual sect?"
Wu Tian smiled and said, "I refuse to answer that question."
"If you want to know, then you can. Defeat me, and I will naturally tell you."
Wu Tian's words always carried a provocative tone, which made Chen Shanfeng's face turn green with anger.
However, he didn't want to escalate the conflict with Wu Tian too much.
After all, his current priority was to seize power within the Azure Lotus Sect, and he couldn't afford any accidents because of this.
Therefore, after weighing his options, he could only say, "I admit that your strength is indeed impressive."
"For you to reach this level at such a young age, if you are given more time, you will undoubtedly become a peak spiritual cultivator."
"But this does not mean I am afraid of you."
"I have comprehended a spiritual technique from the Azure Lotus Sword Art. This technique is enough to kill all level five spiritual energy users, and even a level six spiritual cultivator would be severely injured if they were not careful."
"However, using this technique would cause me considerable damage, so I do not intend to use it on you."
"Let me tell you again, do not interfere in our affairs anymore!"
"If you stop today, then you will be my friend."
"Our Azure Lotus Sect will appoint you as an honorary sect leader and provide you with a generous annual remuneration. What do you think?"
Upon hearing Chen Shanfeng's words, Wu Tian hadn't reacted yet, but the four elders couldn't help themselves.
The First Elder widened his eyes and said, "No, Sect Master, what are you saying?"
"He is our enemy, an enemy! How can you make him an honorary sect leader?"
"An honorary sect leader enjoys the same power as you. Aren't you giving away the sect to an outsider?"
Chen Shanfeng also did not want to make such a decision.
However, he had no choice. If he didn't do this, then this matter would inevitably end without resolution today.
He gazed at Wu Tian and said, "What do you think of my offer? Will you accept it?"
Wu Tian was silent for a moment, then revealed a smile and said, "You are truly generous to offer me such terms. I am truly flattered."
Seeing Wu Tian's reaction, Chen Shanfeng felt a slight surge of joy.
He believed that Wu Tian must have been moved by his offer.
Although he was somewhat reluctant to share power with Wu Tian, it was better than clashing with him.
Moreover, Wu Tian was a powerful spiritual cultivator, and having him as an honorary sect leader would be beneficial to the sect in the future.
Chen Qinglian also thought that Wu Tian was tempted. She now relied solely on Wu Tian, so she couldn't watch Wu Tian go over to Chen Shanfeng's side.
She quickly said to Wu Tian, "Wu Tian, don't listen to him."
"If you help me, I can offer you the same reward. Please don't join them!"
Chen Shanfeng sneered, "Chen Qinglian, don't make empty promises here."
"Your Medical Faction does not have the same foundation as our Sword Faction. How can you say you can offer the same reward?"
Chen Qinglian's expression stiffened.
She knew that Chen Shanfeng was not wrong. With the background of their Medical Faction, they indeed could not compete with the Sword Faction for anything.
She felt that she had to propose a sufficiently tempting offer now.
She thought hard and suddenly seemed to recall something, her pretty face instantly turning rosy.
Immediately, she walked behind Wu Tian, gently bit her moist lips, and then said in a voice as faint as a mosquito's hum, "Wu Tian, if you help me today, then I... I will marry you."
"Do you think that's acceptable?"
She was very nervous because she didn't have much confidence in herself.
The other party was offering Wu Tian wealth and power. She didn't think her own value could compare to those.
Wu Tian did not reply, and this silence caused Chen Qinglian's heart to sink.
She felt that everything was over.
Originally, their Medical Faction couldn't compete with the Sword Faction, and now Wu Tian had also gone over to the Sword Faction. What chance did they have of turning the tables?
Thinking of this, she felt a surge of immense sadness, her nose stung, and tears were about to fall.
But at this moment, a playful laugh rang out: "You said it yourself. Don't go back on your word."
Chen Qinglian was stunned.
She looked at Wu Tian in surprise and found that Wu Tian had turned around, his handsome face filled with a smile.
Her mind went blank, and she involuntarily said, "You... you..."
Wu Tian smiled slightly and said, "Don't worry, I, Wu Tian, am not someone who abandons righteousness for profit."
"No matter what conditions he offers, they are all nonsense to me."
"Since I said I would help you, I will definitely help you to the end."
As if a spring breeze had blown, Chen Qinglian was suddenly stunned, and her wide, beautiful eyes flickered with surprise.
She felt as if that spring breeze had flown into her heart, and a small flower that had already begun to bloom within her heart now blossomed even more vibrantly.
"Thank... thank you..." She didn't know what to say, and after a long while, she lowered her head and said.
Wu Tian patted her head and smiled, "Alright, you should step back a bit. It's going to be very dangerous from now on."
Chen Qinglian blushed, nodded, and then retreated.
Wu Tian looked at Chen Shanfeng again and said with a smile, "Well, I apologize."
"I have no intention of accepting your offer, so bring out whatever moves you have."
"You!" Chen Shanfeng was stunned for a moment, then his face contorted into a ferocious expression. "You... you better not regret this!"