After inquiring about Hong Liu, Ye Cangtian's gaze fell on Yuan Hao.
He was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "Yuan Hao, how many people did you bring this time?"
Upon hearing this, Yuan Hao stepped forward quickly and replied, "Young Master, including the two of us, we have a hundred-man team. Although the number is a bit small, each of them has reached the Earth-level cultivation."
These people are few?
Ye Cangtian's mouth twitched, and he asked, "Why bring so many people?"
Huh?
Yuan Hao was stunned upon hearing this, then said, "Young Master, this is really not many people! We are participating in the Peak Convention, and we need to show some strength. We can't let people underestimate us!"
After a pause, Yuan Hao continued, "Besides, when exploring unknown areas, having more people is also good. We can't trouble you for everything!"
"Good for nothing!"
Ye Cangtian glared at Yuan Hao and said impatiently, "Don't you know how dangerous it is to explore unknown areas? It might just be paving the way for others!"
In Ye Cangtian's view, most forces sought alliances with peak powers simply to latch onto them, to gain benefits and then withdraw.
And as the "thigh" to latch onto, they would have to make a move at certain times, and once they did, it would mean casualties.
He felt it was not worth it to add to the casualties for these forces.
On the other hand, after hearing Ye Cangtian's words, Yuan Hao quickly said, "Young Master, if there are too few people, if we encounter any treasures, many people might attack us."
Ye Cangtian glared at him and said impatiently, "Idiot, if it's truly a heavenly treasure, wouldn't other forces compete with you even if you brought people?
And for ordinary treasures, the Imperial Dragon Villa is not lacking in them, so there's no point in competing. What's the use of these people coming then?"
Uh...
Yuan Hao was speechless at his words.
He was silent for a moment, then tentatively asked, "Should I send these people back to the Imperial Dragon Villa now?"
Hmph!
Ye Cangtian snorted lightly and said, "Since they've been brought here, let them follow. However, they should not participate in exploring the ruins."
These Earth-level experts were the elites of the Imperial Dragon Villa, and Ye Cangtian did not want them to be lost here.
On the other hand, Yuan Hao nodded and said, "Okay, everything will be as the Young Master says."
Seeing that the other party agreed, Ye Cangtian said no more and directly waved his hand, "It's getting late, everyone go back and rest. We'll enter the city early tomorrow morning."
Upon hearing this, Hong Liu and Yuan Hao immediately responded and then retreated.
...
The night passed uneventfully, and the sky brightened again.
Ye Cangtian had already led the people of the Imperial Dragon Villa to the city gates.
Before they could even enter the city, a figure in white appeared in their sight.
It was a woman in a white dress, very beautiful, with a hint of heroism between her brows, but her face was as cold as ice, giving people a feeling of being unapproachable.
"The Heavenly Prodigy of Misty Rain Tower, Yan Yun'er?"
A smile flashed in Ye Cangtian's eyes.
He knew that each peak power entering the city would be greeted by an outstanding disciple from Misty Rain Tower, but he had not expected that the one greeting the Imperial Dragon Villa would be Yan Yun'er.
It truly felt like running into an old foe.
Yan Yun'er sized up the masked man on the warhorse, her gaze turning even colder.
Then she nodded reluctantly and said, "Not bad, you are the new Young Master of the Imperial Dragon Villa, Death God?"
Seeing Ye Cangtian nod, Yan Yun'er coldly continued, "Since you are here, why don't you show your true face? Sneaking around doesn't have the demeanor of a strong person!"
Ye Cangtian chuckled upon hearing this and said, "It's not a blind date, so there's no need to see your appearance, right?"
Clang!
Yan Yun'er immediately drew her sword upon hearing this.
Then she looked at Ye Cangtian and said coldly, "Indeed, there is no need to see your appearance, but since I am here to escort you into the city, if you do not reveal your true face, you will absolutely not be able to enter the city, unless you defeat me!"
Heh heh.
Upon hearing this, a smile flashed in Ye Cangtian's eyes.
Yan Yun'er had just been defeated by him yesterday, and he had reminded her that she had found the wrong opponent.
He didn't expect her to come looking for Death God again today. She really was a belligerent person!
He wondered, if she were defeated again, would it be like yesterday?
Clang!
While Ye Cangtian was lost in thought, Hong Liu on the other side drew her sword and dismounted.
"If you want to enter the city, why bother the Young Master? I will fight you!"
As she spoke, Hong Liu, without any preamble, flashed forward.
As a commander of the Imperial Dragon Villa, how could she let others directly challenge the Young Master?
"Hmph! Since you're asking for a beating, I'll fulfill your wish!"
"After I'm done with you, I'll deal with your Young Master!"
Yan Yun'er shouted coldly, her figure instantly flashing as she moved to meet him.
In just a moment, the sound of their weapons clashing fiercely echoed throughout the area.
Ye Cangtian watched the battle between the two women with a playful expression, musing to himself.
Although Yan Yun'er had been greatly stimulated yesterday, she had improved considerably.
In her offense and defense, she was no longer as overbearing as yesterday, but rather displayed a well-balanced approach, leaving enough room for changes in stance and for adapting to unexpected situations.
This was clearly stimulated by the Shadowless Sword technique from yesterday.
On the other hand, Yan Yun'er and Hong Liu's fierce battle had already seen them exchange dozens of blows.
Yan Yun'er's powerful cultivation began to show, and Hong Liu was clearly suppressed in terms of speed and attack power.
"Hmph! I should have finished you off earlier!"
Gaining the upper hand, Yan Yun'er said coldly, and then mist began to rise around her, her figure merging into the mist.
Immediately after, a crisp sound was heard, and the mist dispersed.
Yan Yun'er's long sword was already at Hong Liu's throat.
Looking at the outcome before him, Ye Cangtian shook his head helplessly. This outcome was inevitable.
Firstly, Hong Liu did not understand the art of assassination and was not familiar with Yan Yun'er's techniques.
Secondly, Hong Liu had not cultivated mental power combat techniques, her mental power was not strong enough, and she could not sense the opponent's movements.
Therefore, this outcome was only to be expected.
"You have lost, step down!"
At this moment, Yan Yun'er snorted coldly, moved her sword away, and said.
Hong Liu retreated to Ye Cangtian's side and knelt on one knee, saying with shame, "Young Master, Hong Liu has disgraced you. Please punish me!"
Hong Liu had intended to perform well in front of Ye Cangtian, but she did not expect Yan Yun'er to be so formidable, and instead lost face for the Imperial Dragon Villa.
Ye Cangtian glanced at Hong Liu and said faintly, "Get up. Losing to the Heavenly Prodigy of Misty Rain Tower is not a disgrace."
Hmph!
On the other side, Yan Yun'er snorted coldly, pointed her sword directly at Death God, and said coldly, "Your person has lost, it's your turn!"
Ye Cangtian glanced at Yan Yun'er, smiling, "Do you like being beaten that much?"
After a pause, Ye Cangtian continued, "According to the information I obtained, you were seemingly just beaten by Ye Cangtian of the Hidden Organization yesterday, and it's said you were also defeated by another person from the Hidden Organization, someone much weaker than you..."
"You! You scoundrel!"
"Take this sword!"
Yan Yun'er's face turned red upon hearing this.
This was simply bringing up what was most sensitive. Losing to Ye Cangtian was one thing.
But losing to an unknown nobody like Jian Wusheng was the greatest humiliation of her life!
Seeing Yan Yun'er's sword thrust towards him, Ye Cangtian pushed off with his feet, his body gracefully soaring into the air, dismounting from his warhorse.
Immediately after, Ye Cangtian waved his hand, sending a blade of energy flying towards her.
"A mere trick, and you think you can deal with me!"
Yan Yun'er snorted coldly upon seeing this, sweeping her long sword, directly meeting the blade of energy.
Boom!
A blast sounded, white mist erupted, and Yan Yun'er's figure once again merged with the white mist, disappearing without a trace.
"This move is useless against me!"
Ye Cangtian smiled slightly, shifting his body half a step to the side, and a sword light passed by his chest.
Without any hesitation, Ye Cangtian reached out his hand.
Slap!
A light sound, and the mist dispersed. Ye Cangtian's hand had precisely grasped Yan Yun'er's fair neck.
This...
She lost again...
Feeling the suffocating sensation at her neck, Yan Yun'er's heart was filled with a thousand emotions.
Losing to Ye Cangtian yesterday, given the vast difference in cultivation, was understandable. But losing to Death God today, was it also...?
Ye Cangtian glanced at her and smiled faintly, "Yan Yun'er, perhaps you still have hidden killing moves, but the gap between us is too large. Even if you use them, you won't be my opponent!"
Upon hearing this, Yan Yun'er gritted her teeth, unwilling, and questioned, "What realm are you exactly!"