Martial Arts are Too Involuted, and If You are Not Careful, You Can Quickly Pass the High Martial Arts

169: Ye Chen: The school is ruining my reputation!Although Murong Qing was still somewhat worried, she knew that these matters were beyond her reach, and even if she could reach them, she couldn’t do anything.

Everything required the higher-ups of Star River Academy to step forward.

So, she obediently followed a Star River Academy student and left the area, giving the space to Ye Chen and the other two.

”According to online public opinion, people from the Scarlet Church are instigating the public, demanding that the Martial Alliance impose certain penalties and make an announcement regarding your recent actions.”

”On the surface, it’s not a strange thing, after all, some people react very strongly to murder, especially killing one of Great Xias prodigies during the Martial Arts Academy Tournament.”

”But pushing the narrative is still a bit crude. We can see it, and the Martial Alliance can see it, yet they can’t suppress it. Why do you think that is?”

Yang Zhen asked indifferently.

”The tide!”

”Morality!”

Ye Chen said calmly.

Ye Chen was no stranger to such matters, especially in the internet age. Many times, the official narrative couldn’t even compare to a single statement from some marketing accounts or newly created accounts.

After being bombarded with too much information, most people lacked a clear understanding, which led them to be easily misled.

This was very evident in Ye Chen’s case.

While Lin Tianxing deserved his death, the people of the Scarlet Church seized upon the fact that Ye Chen had killed him, and through a series of manipulations, numerous versions of the story emerged.

Consequently, they used those uninformed netizens to create a public outcry, pressuring the Martial Alliance to punish Ye Chen.

Under such circumstances, the Martial Alliance’s punishment of Ye Chen could not be too lenient, otherwise, it would not be accepted by the majority of people, and even more so, it would not be accepted by those who were fanning the flames.

This would create a vicious cycle.

”In addition to that... people from Modu Academy are also fanning the flames!”

Yang Zhen slowly said.

As these words were spoken, a surge of killing intent instantly erupted from Li Chengfeng. For Li Chengfeng, the Scarlet Church was an enemy after all; he could understand why they would do this. At most, he would kill anyone from the Scarlet Church he encountered.

But if Modu Academy was fanning the flames, the meaning in Li Chengfeng’s eyes became somewhat different.

”Zhao Mengsheng... he clearly won’t let this go. After all, you killed Lin Tianxing and took Murong Qing, which completely trampled Modu Academy’s reputation into the ground.”

”Under such circumstances, taking this approach is quite normal.”

Yang Zhen said indifferently.

”So, we need to think carefully now about how to resolve this problem. After all, if the Martial Alliance punishes you, it’s definitely what the Scarlet Church and Modu Academy want to see.”

Saying this, Yang Zhen looked at Ye Chen and Li Chengfeng.

Ye Chen, however, seemed very calm, not particularly bothered by any of this.

A sharp aura emanated from Li Chengfeng, causing ripples in the space around him.

”Modu Academy...”

Li Chengfeng spoke softly.

”It seems... it’s been a long time since we’ve challenged anyone. Modu Academy really thinks Star River Academy has no temper left.”

Saying this, Li Chengfeng stretched his neck and said to Yang Zhen, ”Tell those guys from Modu Academy, if they continue to fan the flames from behind, I don’t mind paying them a visit.”

Yang Zhen chuckled, ”I’ve been waiting for you to say that. I’m more than happy to do something like this.”

Saying this, Yang Zhen looked at the two again, ”Then... what about the people from the Scarlet Church?”

Li Chengfeng paused, then fell silent.

If Modu Academy was fanning the flames, at most he would go to Modu Academy and that would naturally suppress it, but the Scarlet Church... Li Chengfeng didn’t know where the Scarlet Church’s headquarters were, and... even if he had entered the ninth rank, he might not be able to deal with the Scarlet Church.

This was the most troublesome thing.

”Let’s lay low in the academy for now and see if we can suppress this matter. If not... Ye Chen can only accept the Martial Alliance’s punishment!”

At this moment, Lin Mo appeared beside the three of them at some point. His expression carried a hint of solemnity, clearly indicating that he was aware of what had happened at the Martial Arts Academy Tournament.

Lin Mo looked at Ye Chen somewhat helplessly, ”You, you, you really manage to stir up a lot of trouble no matter where you go!”

Last time in the Star Dou Space, Ye Chen’s defiance of spatial power had already drawn the attention of many in the Martial Alliance, and this time, he openly killed someone during the Martial Arts Academy Tournament.

If it were any other Martial Arts Academy, even Didu Academy might not be able to withstand such pressure; only Star River Academy could.

But even so... for Lin Mo, the dean of Star River Academy, it was quite a headache.

Ye Chen chuckled, scratched his head, and then said, ”Then I’ll follow the Dean’s words, shall I? I’ll Cultivate diligently in Star River Academy for a while?”

As these words left his mouth, Ye Chen noticed the three people’s gazes towards him gradually becoming strange.

”What kind of look is that?”

Ye Chen immediately felt a bit wronged.

”Hehehe, Cultivate diligently for a while... if those words come out of your mouth, even a sow could climb a tree!”

Lin Mo sneered.

”Old Li! Look! Look at what they’re saying! Am I, Ye Chen, such a restless person?”

Ye Chen couldn’t take it anymore and pointed at Lin Mo.

However, Li Chengfeng nodded, ”I think the Dean is right!”

”Seconded!”

Yang Zhen also nodded in agreement.

The words of the three immediately made Ye Chen involuntarily clutch his chest.

”Damn it, I, Ye Chen, have always been a law-abiding citizen of Great Xia. You, Star River Academy... are ruining my reputation!”

The corners of the three people’s mouths twitched slightly.

Finally, Li Chengfeng slapped Ye Chen on the back of the head, ”Ruining your reputation? Does your reputation even need ruining?”

”It’s good enough that the academy hasn’t accused you of ruining its reputation!”

”Hurry up, get back there for me. Cultivate diligently during this time, and I’ll be watching you!”

Saying this, Li Chengfeng grabbed Ye Chen by the collar and directly dragged him back to the courtyard, completely ignoring Ye Chen’s wailing.

Yang Zhen and Lin Mo watched this scene, and finally Lin Mo looked at Yang Zhen and said with a smile.

”Get ready for graduation. The one from Dawn has his mission. There are no strong cultivators holding down the fort in Dawn during this time, and doing things is a bit troublesome!”

Yang Zhen was slightly startled, then met Lin Mo’s gaze and nodded heavily.