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Chapter 82: Chapter 82: Accidentally Dropped a Valuable Item
The owner of Tangneng First-class, turns out to be so terrifying!
"Boss Ye has kept a low profile, indeed. It seems my eyes were not sharp enough," said the young lady.
"Let's call an end to this competition here," Wang Ruoxian said slowly, with a touch of indifference.
"Doesn't the Wang Family's Immortal wish to challenge Liangchen?" Li Xiaobai asked.
"Although Boss Ye is quite strong, he's not a match for me; body-cultivating cultivators are rare, but not nonexistent. In the end, it still comes down to cultivation level," she continued.
"Many disciples from the Great Sect have already entered the Nascent Soul Stage; temporary victory or defeat means little," she said.
"After entering the Holy Demon Sect, our strength will surge forward. Boss Ye needs to improve a lot more. Taking temporary advantage in arguments is meaningless," she added.
Wang Ruoxian maintained an aloof demeanor, not taking Li Xiaobai seriously at all.
She sensed that Li Xiaobai had no Spiritual Power, which meant he focused solely on his physical body. Such people could indeed progress quickly in the short term but would find it difficult later on.
With the backing of the Xiao Cheng Sect and the Holy Demon Sect, she'd rapidly improve her cultivation level; there was no need to prove herself against him.
"Indeed, Boss Ye, you possess not a trace of cultivation, and are merely somewhat physically stronger. Once my second brother steps into the Nascent Soul Stage, he could kill you with a flick of his wrist!" Xia Liu said fiercely; his Xia Family had lost all face today.
They had not expected even the genius Xia Jian to lose, and to be defeated so miserably at that.
"You want to kill Liangchen?"
"Believe it or not, Liangchen has a hundred ways to let you die without recourse," Li Xiaobai said, feeling he had miscalculated. He was supposed to be attacked by everyone, but an early wrap-up seemed a bit hasty.
"Let's leave it here for today. Tomorrow is the day we set out. It's best if we support each other. Young Master Xia, you should go back and rest first," Wang Ruoxian intervened, seeing no point in the gathering progressing any further, and she wouldn't allow the focus to shift from her to Li Xiaobai.
"If that's the case, then I, Liangchen, will take my leave first," said Li Xiaobai, bowing his hands before turning, as a black Token with an ancient aura fell out.
This black Token bore the imposing engraving of the Holy Demon Sect. The cultivators caught their breath and widened their eyes in disbelief at the small Token on the ground.
"This is... a Holy Demon Sect Token!"
"Boss Ye is a disciple of the Holy Demon Sect!"
The many cultivators felt embarrassed, especially the three Xia brothers, who thought they were proud of acquiring the chance to train at the Holy Demon Sect, only to realize that someone had already had it, likely laughing at them all along.
Laughable that they had thought him a fool, only now to realize they were the actual fools.
"Oh dear, I accidentally revealed a precious item; sorry for startling you all," Li Xiaobai said, bowing as he picked up the Holy Demon Sect Token.
"Woof, kiddo, you're too careless; this might really hit them where it hurts!" Ergouzi grinned, clearly relishing this face-slapping turn of events.
"Boss Ye is... a disciple of the Holy Demon Sect?" Wang Ruoxian was somewhat taken aback.
"I received the disciple Token quite some time ago, just never went there, that's all," Li Xiaobai explained nonchalantly, gesturing with his hand.
"Why not go?"
"The Holy Demon Sect is merely a stepping stone for Liangchen; my goal is the Universe."
"Woof, Lord Ergouzi's strength is unmatched in past and present, a mere sect cannot contain me!"
Wang Ruoxian was at a loss for words—she had always been preaching to others that there are heavens beyond this one, citing the sect as an example to suppress Li Xiaobai, yet it turned out he was from a renowned sect, and had been watching them make fools of themselves all this time!
"It turns out Boss Ye is also a disciple who went for further training. In that case, we are all fellow disciples. I have some friends in the Holy Demon Sect and hold a little sway. When the time comes, I'll greet them, and the Holy Demon Sect won't make things difficult for us," she said.
Wang Ruoxian regained her composure, as there was indeed a significant difference between a junior disciple and a Sect Disciple.
Feeling much more balanced emotionally, she had some connections in the Holy Demon Sect, which enabled her to quickly find her footing, an advantage Li Xiaobai couldn't compare with.
"Good."
"Very well, then."
"Alright, I will go and make preparations," Young Master Liangchen said.
"Is it really necessary for someone to be so full of themselves?"
Ergouzi snorted with laughter and followed Li Xiaobai, leaving with great strides.
Wang Ruoxian remained expressionless and, with a turn of her body, disappeared from the spot.
The cultivators looked at each other, not expecting that the owner of Tangneng First-class could be so mysteriously talented. Witnessing a body refining cultivator was truly an eye-opening experience.
The journey was silent.
Inside Tangneng First-class, everyone soaked in the pools of the bathhouse.
Li Ya was extremely excited, "Boss Ye, I can't believe how incredible you are, a real dark horse!"
"Just routine operations, not worth mentioning."
"Young Master Liangchen is very strong," Situ Yanyu said, her eyes sparkling with admiration. Unfortunately, Li Xiaobai would head to the Holy Demon Sect tomorrow, while she would have to stay in Ancient Moon City. The gap between them would only widen.
"Woof, Lord Ergouzi is also very strong!" Ergouzi expressed his discontent.
"Yes, yes, yes, Ergouzi is also very strong!"
Situ Yanyu said, being Ergouzi's only little follower.
"Tomorrow, Liangchen will head to the Holy Demon Sect. I entrust the management of all the bathhouses in Ancient Moon City to Yan Yu. I'll make sure to inform all the Family Heads," Li Xiaobai said.
"How could I? Yan Yu is just a server, and with my low cultivation level, I can't bear such a heavy responsibility!"
Situ Yanyu was somewhat panicked; she lacked both the abilities and the presence to maintain control over the situation.
"Cultivation level is not a problem. As long as the bathhouse exists, you will eventually catch up. I entrust Tangneng First-class to you for now, and I will return later. Don't slack off during this time," instructed Li Xiaobai.
"Yan Yu understands," she said, her heart pounding. She felt Li Xiaobai's trust in her.
"What about the old man?"
Li Xiaobai glanced at the old beggar who was dozing off, wishing he could take the old fellow with him. Then, he truly could walk freely in the future.
"Just soaking."
"And the wine..."
"I haven't fully enjoyed my VIP monthly package yet, what's the rush?" said the old beggar nonchalantly, picking at his toes.
Alright, it seemed he would not get that type of wine for a while, and he would have to figure out his own ways to use the remaining Attribute Points.
The three robed figures in the corner of the bathhouse grew restless; if Li Xiaobai left, they would lose any leads on Zhang Rui, and with it, their chances for promotion and wealth.
They got up, one after another.
"Brother Liangchen, the path is rife with demons and devils. We are willing to offer you protection all the way," Zuo Da offered.
"Of course, that would be appreciated, but those Family Heads can be tricky. There's no guarantee they won't have some ulterior motives when Liangchen leaves," declared Li Xiaobai.
"That's easy to solve. Our brothers carry weight; they wouldn't dare disrespect us. I'll talk to them. Tangneng First-class will always belong to Boss Ye!"
"Heh heh, thanks, everyone."