Urban Martial Saint

Hearing Wanyan Second Master say this, Ye Qing couldn’t help but smile. Actually, he knew that all these words spoken by Wanyan Second Master were just nonsense; in the end, he still wanted to obtain the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates.

He said so much seemingly for the greater good, but in fact, he wanted to absorb the three major organizations of Shenchuan City under his command without a fight, and at the same time obtain the Sun Shooting Bow, fully controlling the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates. However, how could such words fool Ye Qing and his companions? Everyone was very clear about the Wanyan Family and knew their usual style of doing things, as well as understood their ambitious intentions, so they wouldn’t be easily deceived by him.

”The Wanyan Family wants to cooperate with us, we have no objections. But all the heroes in the world are here, just because we have no objections, doesn’t mean others won’t,” Ye Qing said. ”When it comes to cooperation, of course, we need to hear everyone’s opinions too. Since Mr. Wanyan wants to work with us, he should also show enough sincerity. If he doesn’t hand over the Heaven Earth Man Tri-Map and those six keys, how could I explain to all the heroes in the world?”

Wanyan Second Master took a deep breath, his complexion changing slightly, looking at Ye Qing, and said, ”So, does this mean there’s nothing to discuss on this matter?”

”What does Mr. Wanyan think?” Ye Qing asked in return, feeling a bit surprised at the swift change in Wanyan Second Master’s demeanor. To be honest, Ye Qing started to suspect the Wanyan Second Master’s purpose for negotiating here; perhaps it’s not just for negotiation.

”Since that’s the case, it seems we can only meet on the battlefield!” Wanyan Second Master stood up, coldly glanced at Ye Qing, and said, ”Mr. Ye, your obstinacy will surely cause countless casualties!”

”Although the World Alliance’s strength is inferior to the Wanyan Family, we will absolutely not allow ourselves to be bullied!” Ye Qing said proudly. ”Even if all members of the World Alliance fall in battle, the Wanyan Family will not fare well!”

”Hahaha...” Wanyan Second Master laughed loudly, waved his sleeve, and left, leaving Ye Qing and his three companions full of doubt, not knowing what Wanyan Second Master had really come for.

On Wanyan Second Master’s side, after they walked out of the World Alliance’s courtyard, the Wanyan Second Master in the car glanced at a man wearing a hat beside him and whispered, ”How’s it going?”

”Everything is set!” The man nodded, whispering, ”The timing is perfect, they are all in place. No matter where Ye Qing and his group set the final battleground, they cannot escape our surveillance!”

”That’s good!” Wanyan Second Master sneered coldly and said, ”They say Ye’s tactics are unparalleled. Humph, he wouldn’t even dream that my visit to the World Alliance is merely a stalling tactic. As long as our deployment is in place, tonight’s battle will definitely take down the World Alliance, the Seven Rudders of the Hong Alliance, and the Twelve Green Halls in one fell swoop. By then, the world will respect our Wanyan Family, and the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates will be completely ours!”

The man beside him smiled lightly, nodding slowly with eyes shimmering brightly.

Over at the World Alliance, Ye Qing and his team naturally didn’t know the true purpose of Wanyan Second Master’s visit. However, Ye Qing guessed that these people didn’t merely come over just to persuade them to surrender. So, he had the World Alliance’s people remain vigilant to prevent infiltration by the Wanyan Family. To prevent the Wanyan Family from doing anything sneaky in advance, Ye Qing also kept the final battleground a secret, only revealing it before the battle started that evening.

Luckily, that afternoon, Ye Qing and his side didn’t find anything amiss. This relieved their worries, indicating that the Wanyan Family didn’t seem to play any tricks.

A little past five in the afternoon, the Wanyan Family sent an invitation to the World Alliance, inviting the World Alliance, the Seven Rudders of the Hong Alliance, and the Twelve Green Halls for a battle to decide the ownership of the Sun Shooting Bow.

Ye Qing was well-prepared, assigning a group to pre-emptively set up surveillance near Swallow Sea Valley while sending a message back to the Wanyan Family, informing them of the duel’s location.

By half-past seven in the evening, everything was ready, and Ye Qing and his group headed to Swallow Sea Valley. Meanwhile, the Wanyan Family also arrived there. Wanyan Second Master led the team in person with over a dozen vehicles. Judging by the number of vehicles, the Wanyan Family seemed to have fewer people, far less than the manpower of the three major organizations.

Actually, in such a decisive battle, the result primarily depends on Beyond Pinnacle masters. However, Beyond Pinnacle masters are extremely rare, so the true main force lies with Peak Masters. Both sides have many Peak Masters, which is also the key to this decisive battle.

Seeing Wanyan Second Master and his entourage arriving at Swallow Sea Valley, Ye Qing felt slightly more at ease. He had initially thought the Wanyan Family might set up some trap to deal with everyone. But seeing as the Wanyan Family came with so many people, there was nothing to worry about. If the Wanyan Family had set any trap here, they too would be in danger.

”Mr. Ye, I didn’t expect you to be so stubborn, and it seems we must meet on the battlefield!” Wanyan Second Master sighed from afar, looking at Ye Qing. ”Alas, this battle, I don’t know how many casualties there will be; it’s not the result I wanted to see!”

Ye Qing frowned slightly, seeing Wanyan Second Master shamelessly shifting the blame onto him, as if suggesting that Ye Qing initiated this war. If there were indeed too many casualties, surely there would be many people blaming Ye Qing. This Wanyan Second Master, having incited the war himself, now pretends to be innocent, truly shameless.

However, Ye Qing was not a pushover. Mimicking Wanyan Second Master’s sigh, he said, ”Mr. Wanyan, I still say the same thing. If the Wanyan Family is willing to hand over the Heaven Earth Man Tri-Map and six keys, and apologize to all those who have suffered at the hands of the Wanyan Family on our side, then everything can still be negotiated!”

By saying this, Ye Qing shifted the responsibility back to Wanyan Second Master. It’s not that I want to fight, but if you hand over those things and apologize, there will be no need for a battle. However, if you don’t, then there must be a fight; I’m considering everyone’s benefit. In saying so, it seems like Ye Qing cares about the common interest, and even if there were casualties, people wouldn’t blame him.

Wanyan Second Master’s brows furrowed tightly, not expecting Ye Qing to counter him so effectively. Feeling slightly annoyed inside, he said nothing further, laughed loudly, and replied, ”Words are of no use. Since we are here, tonight, let strength reign supreme. Mr. Ye, Swallow Sea Valley is the place you chose for the showdown, I hope you won’t disappoint our Wanyan Family!”

After saying this, Wanyan Second Master led his men into Swallow Sea Valley, seemingly unafraid of any ambushes within. The situation puzzled Ye Qing greatly. The Wanyan Family was so bold, could it be they have absolute confidence in victory? But given their numbers, even if they achieved a full victory, they would likely suffer heavy casualties. The Wanyan Family’s usual style doesn’t suggest they’re willing to make such sacrifices, what exactly is their plan?

Though curious, maintaining his composure was important. Ye Qing led his people into Swallow Sea Valley, and both sides stood separately, with many Peak Masters glaring at each other. Among them were many enemies, and tonight’s battle would resolve many past grievances.

”Mr. Ye, in tonight’s battle, how do you intend to fight?” Wanyan Second Master spoke from afar, looking at Ye Qing. ”Do you plan for everyone to rush in for a group fight to decide the winner, or do you think we should choose a few individuals to battle a few rounds to determine the outcome?”

Ye Qing replied in a loud voice, ”Whatever Mr. Wanyan wants, our World Alliance will meet it to the end!”

”Good, straightforward!” Wanyan Second Master laughed and said, ”We are all fellow countrymen of Huaxia; a brawl might lead to casualties, souring relations. So I suggest a more gentlemanly approach to fighting. Let’s say, each side sends ten people for ten duels, and the side that wins gets everything from the other, including their allegiance. How about that?”

Ye Qing looked at Helian Tiehua and Elder Chu by his side, both nodded slowly, approving of Wanyan Second Master’s suggestion. After all, a melee could result in even greater casualties.

”Since that’s the case, it’s decided!” Ye Qing said aloud, ”But first, I need to clarify. Do the ten matches include Beyond Pinnacle masters?”

”All are Peak Masters, no need for Beyond Pinnacle masters!” Wanyan Second Master laughed, ”How about letting only Peak Masters duel without any Beyond Pinnacle masters involved?”

”Alright!” Ye Qing nodded directly. If it’s just Peak Masters dueling, those ten matches are worth fighting. But if Beyond Pinnacle masters are included, the situation would be uncertain because Ye Qing only has three Beyond Pinnacle masters, and who knows how many the other side has?

”In that case, let’s first select the participants for the ten matches!” Wanyan Second Master smiled and said, ”Of course, the matches will be drawn by lots. No matter who the opponent is drawn, it’s final and cannot be changed!”

”No problem!” Ye Qing replied readily. Having agreed to such a split of ten matches, Ye Qing was already prepared. Actually, he was worried about the Wanyan Family playing tricks with the distribution, but since it’s a draw, there’s no need to worry too much.

Both sides retreated a little and began discussing the personnel for the ten matches.

On Ye Qing’s side, the World Alliance united with the Seven Rudders of the Hong Alliance and the Twelve Green Halls to select ten people, which wasn’t difficult. Without question, the Bloody Monk, now considered the foremost in combat power among Peak Masters, was the primary choice. The Bloody Monk had astonishing combat power and was following in the path once walked by Fu Qingping, potentially becoming a Beyond Pinnacle master. Even against a Beyond Pinnacle master, he could block a strike. Among the Peak Masters, who could defeat him?