The sun rose again, and the guards of Misty Rain Tower came calling once more.
The leader was still Yan Yun'er. Upon seeing Ye Cangtian, Yan Yun'er's expression turned grim.
"Mr. Ye, regarding last night's events, the楼主 requests Mr. Ye's presence to provide an explanation..."
Heh.
Hearing this, Ye Cangtian smiled faintly and said, "How about that? Didn't I tell you, those people wouldn't give up so easily!"
With that, Ye Cangtian indicated for the other party to wait a moment, and he would go after tidying up.
Yan Yun'er said nothing to this, waiting patiently in the hall.
She understood that if Ye Cangtian didn't cooperate, even force would be of no avail.
Therefore, it was better to wait quietly.
After a short while, Ye Cangtian finished tidying up and reappeared before Yan Yun'er. He asked, "By the way, we also apprehended a few petty thieves last night. Should they be left here, or taken to Misty Rain Tower as well?"
"Bring them along."
Yan Yun'er glanced at Ye Cangtian and spoke directly.
She knew that the petty thieves Ye Cangtian mentioned were undoubtedly from Flying Cloud Pavilion.
And currently, Hun San of Flying Cloud Pavilion was at Misty Rain Tower accusing the Hidden Group. Bringing these people along would serve as evidence and hopefully curb some of Hun San's arrogance.
Ye Cangtian nodded upon hearing this, then gave Rose a meaningful look. Rose immediately understood and turned to leave.
While this was happening, Ye Cangtian looked at Lan Yue and said, "Senior Sister, you and the Death Squad don't need to accompany me later. I can handle this alone..."
Ye Cangtian's intention was that although the auction and trade fair had not yet begun, all factions were here for it.
Therefore, Lan Yue and the Death Squad members could directly engage with the various factions, see what treasures they had brought, and if they were beneficial to the Hidden Group or them, proceed with the transaction.
Doing so would not only ensure lower prices due to the lack of competition but also keep the dealings discreet. Other factions would be unaware, and fewer people would come to seize treasures later.
Hearing Ye Cangtian's words, Lan Yue immediately nodded.
Ye Cangtian's injuries had almost fully recovered, so she had no concerns about him resolving the previous night's trouble.
On the other side, Rose returned and handed over the more than ten Flying Cloud Pavilion disciples from last night to Yan Yun'er.
Seeing this, Yan Yun'er gestured to Ye Cangtian and said, "Mr. Ye, shall we go!"
Ye Cangtian nodded and left the Hidden Group's inn with Yan Yun'er.
The journey was quiet on both sides, and they arrived directly at the grand hall on the third floor of Misty Rain Tower.
In the hall, Qing Yan occupied the main seat, and a man from Flying Cloud Pavilion, Hun San, sat below. Apart from these two, no one else was present.
Hun San's heart skipped a beat as he watched Ye Cangtian enter with Yan Yun'er.
The information he had received indicated that only the Death Squad had come from the Hidden Group. Although there was a slight accident yesterday and Lan Yue appeared, he considered these normal.
After all, Ye Cangtian was heavily injured and recuperating in the Hidden Group, so it was understandable that Lan Yue would lead the team.
However, Ye Cangtian standing before him now was truly beyond his expectations.
Most importantly, from outward appearances, Ye Cangtian's injuries had not fully healed. Why was he here now? Was he courting death?
Damn it, strike while the iron is hot! Since you're courting death, I'll fulfill your wish...
As Hun San mused, Qing Yan on the other side showed a faint smile. "Young friend, you are welcome to Misty Rain Tower. How is your injury?"
"Alas!"
Ye Cangtian sighed and said, "My vitality is depleted, and my severe injuries are difficult to heal. It's not that easy to recover..."
With that, Ye Cangtian smiled calmly, as if he had seen through life and death, and continued, "楼主 Qing Yan, how is your injury?"
Qing Yan had also been severely injured in the Azure River Immortal Hall before. Although not as severe as his own, it could not be overlooked.
Meeting now, Ye Cangtian was using this as an opportunity to exchange pleasantries with the other party.
"Thanks to the young friend's good fortune, this old man is now unharmed."
Qing Yan waved his hand and said faintly. After nearly a month of recuperation, coupled with the resources of Misty Rain Tower, his injuries had almost fully healed.
After a pause, Qing Yan spoke again, "Young friend was injured during the Peak Gathering. If there is anything you need assistance with, please do not hesitate to ask. Misty Rain Tower will do its utmost!"
Upon hearing this, Ye Cangtian nodded and clasped his hands in a gesture of respect to Qing Yan. However, before he could speak, Hun San's voice cut through.
The two of them started discussing injuries immediately, completely disregarding his presence, which made him furious.
"Hey! Are you two done yet!"
"I didn't come here to listen to your nonsense. Let's get down to business!"
His voice rang out, and Qing Yan's expression darkened.
To be shouted at with such an attitude in his presence, if this were anyone else but someone from Flying Cloud Pavilion, he would have slapped them away long ago.
The next moment, Qing Yan looked at Ye Cangtian and said, "Young friend, you know why you were summoned here. So, do you have anything to say about last night's events?"
"Why ask! What's there to ask!"
"楼主 Qing Yan, do you think I would lie to you! Just apprehend Ye Cangtian, and it will save us some time!"
Before Ye Cangtian could speak, Hun San angrily interjected.
Judging from the attitudes of Qing Yan and Ye Cangtian earlier, their relationship should be quite good, and Qing Yan would likely be biased.
Therefore, Hun San had no intention of giving Ye Cangtian a chance to defend himself. He decided to adopt a more aggressive stance, forcing Qing Yan to make a decision, thus settling the matter.
"Hun San, calm yourself. This old man will handle this matter fairly!" Qing Yan glanced at Hun San, suppressing his anger.
Hmph!
Ye Cangtian let out a light snort and looked at Hun San, saying, "Little bug, you don't even want me to speak. Are you feeling guilty?"
"Who are you calling a little bug!"
Hearing Ye Cangtian's words, Hun San's face instantly turned red, his eyes filled with killing intent.
In the past, if Ye Cangtian spoke like this, he wouldn't have dared to utter a peep.
But now that Ye Cangtian was heavily injured and his cultivation had dropped, he posed no threat to him whatsoever.
In such a situation, to still dare to call him a little bug was simply courting death!
"I'm talking about you. What? Do you want to test it with your life?"
Ye Cangtian showed no signs of backing down, and a killing aura emanated from him.
It was clear that if the other party dared to make a move, he would not hesitate, and even with Qing Yan present, he would not stop himself from killing Hun San.
Cough, cough!
Seeing the palpable tension between the two, Qing Yan coughed lightly, looked at Hun San, and his expression turned cold.
"Hun San, young friend is right. By preventing him from speaking, are you feeling guilty?"
"If that's the case, I believe it's not the young friend who should be apprehended, but you!"
You...
Qing Yan's voice echoed, and Hun San's expression became even more somber. However, facing Qing Yan, he dared not go too far.
After all, this was Misty Rain Tower's territory, and offending Qing Yan completely would not be beneficial.
The next moment, Hun San snorted coldly and said grimly, "It doesn't matter whether he explains or not. However, if楼主 Qing Yan wishes to hear it, then I will give him an opportunity!"
Seeing Hun San's arrogance slightly subside, Qing Yan's expression softened a bit. He then looked at Ye Cangtian and said, "Young friend, you can start now with what you want to say!"
Hearing this, Ye Cangtian nodded and began, "Last night, people from Flying Cloud Pavilion used soul-snatching and soul-fusion techniques to control disciples from other factions, and then launched an attack on our Hidden Group..."
Ye Cangtian recounted the general events.
Upon hearing this, Qing Yan's brow furrowed.
He looked at Hun San and said faintly, "Hun San, what you two are saying is completely different. Didn't you say that the Hidden Group invited you to a banquet and then suddenly attacked you?"
"Yes, that's right!"
Hun San nodded firmly and explained, "The Hidden Group intended to conduct a private transaction with us, so they invited us as guests. Once they saw the treasures we brought for the transaction, they became greedy..."
Heh, creating something out of nothing, and making it sound like the truth. This Hun San is truly something!
Listening to Hun San's account, Ye Cangtian inwardly chuckled.
He looked at Hun San, a hint of disdain appearing on his face, and said, "Hun San, I'd like to know, what treasures does your Flying Cloud Pavilion possess that would make me change my tune on the spot and attack you!"