Urban Seduction: Housewives Club

Chapter 587: Chaos Ensues

When Tang Minghao mentioned the guardian sects, everyone couldnʼt help but think of Lu Feng, the annoying figure who had been dealt with by Ye Zhilin and Ye Fei. Their actions had inadvertently vented everyoneʼs frustration, so when Tang Minghao brought up the guardians, the crowd naturally held Ye Fei and his group in higher regard.

”May I ask, Tang Daxia, how will the alliance leader be chosen? Will it be appointed by the leading sects, elected by everyone, or decided through a martial arts competition?” Since everyone had already accepted the idea of allying, someone eager for excitement immediately asked.

”Naturally, it will be elected by everyone,” Tang Minghao replied with a smile. ”As Iʼve said before, the alliance leaderʼs main responsibility is to maintain unity among us. Therefore, we need someone of high virtue and prestige.

Martial prowess isnʼt the most important factor, of course. The key is the ability to lead fairly, without favoring any individual or sect.”

Hearing this, Ye Fei couldnʼt help but chuckle. ”It seems theyʼve already decided on a candidate—Zhuge Kongfang. Unfortunately, heʼs not only dead but also disgraced. I wonder who theyʼll push forward now.”

”Hmph, such a petty mind!” Tang Xin, who had been sitting nearby, couldnʼt help but retort. Over the past few days, she had been spending time with Liu Yiru and the others, even staying with them at night.

Ye Fei, preoccupied with his frustrations, hadnʼt bothered her, and Tang Xin hadnʼt provoked him either, so they had maintained an uneasy peace. But now, hearing Ye Feiʼs dismissive tone toward her father, she couldnʼt hold back.

”Yes, I have a petty mind,” Ye Fei said with a faint smile. ”But the one with a foolish heart is someone else.”

”What did you say?” Tang Xin snapped. Since childhood, she has always held her father in high regard. Even though she and Ye Fei were on the path to becoming friends, hearing him call her father foolish made her angry.

”You heard me,” Ye Fei replied with a grin. ”Do you think forming this so-called alliance is such a good idea?”

”Of course it is! Didnʼt my father explain it? It will help unite everyone. With a leader to guide us, we can reduce unnecessary conflicts,” Tang Xin said confidently, fully believing her fatherʼs words.

”If you were to choose, who do you think should be the alliance leader?” Ye Fei suddenly asked, then added, ”Be honest.”

”Of course, it should be my father,” Tang Xin said without hesitation. ”Heʼs not only highly skilled in martial arts but also kind-hearted and respected in the martial world.”

”And if someone else were elected, wouldnʼt you feel resentful?” Ye Fei pressed. When Tang Xin nodded, he continued, ”If you feel that way, others will too. So, do you think this decision will reduce conflicts or create more?”

Tang Xin, being a clever girl, immediately understood the point Ye Fei was making and grew anxious. ”Then what should we do? How could my father agree to this proposal?”

Seeing Tang Xinʼs distress, Ye Fei recognized her kindness and comforted her with a smile. ”Your father means no harm. Heʼs just a bit overenthusiastic and didnʼt consider this. But thereʼs a way to solve this problem.”

”Youʼre the one whoʼs overenthusiastic!” Tang Xin retorted, but after a pause, she couldnʼt help but ask, ”Whatʼs the solution?”

Ye Fei didnʼt keep her in suspense. ”Itʼs simple. Find someone so overwhelmingly powerful that no one would dare challenge them.”

”Easier said than done. Who could fit that description? Unless itʼs Bai Yingshi,” Tang Xin said, disappointed by Ye Feiʼs suggestion.

”Thatʼs not a bad idea. Ye Fei, why donʼt you become the alliance leader?” Shui Rou suddenly chimed in. She had witnessed Ye Feiʼs skills firsthand and, though she didnʼt know the full extent of his abilities, she believed Bai Yingshiʼs claim that she wasnʼt his match. Shui Rou felt Ye Fei was qualified for the role, though she couldnʼt say whether her suggestion was entirely selfless. The thought of Ye Fei leading all the martial artists filled her with excitement and pride.

Ye Zhilin, who had already considered this, immediately agreed. ”Yes, Ye Fei, step up and take the position.”

Ye Fei, however, had little interest in becoming the alliance leader. While some of the martial artists were indeed skilled, their numbers were too small compared to the millions of artificial experts he had created (all the men of the island nation). To him, the position seemed insignificant.

As the group discussed, Tang Minghao on the stage remained silent, giving everyone time to deliberate. When he felt it was time, he spoke again. ”Have you all discussed enough? Then please nominate your candidates. Weʼll select a few finalists and decide from there.”

”Why bother? It should be Tang Daxia!” someone shouted before Tang Minghao could finish.

”I think Master Wukong of the Shaolin Sect is the best choice!” another voice countered, nominating the Shaolin grandmaster who had stayed behind. Though he had little reputation in the martial world and had previously lost to Ye Zhilin, his status as a grandmaster and the Shaolin Sectʼs prestige earned him significant support.

With these two nominations, the crowd grew lively, each shouting the names of their preferred candidates. Some supported Tang Minghao, others Master Wukong, and some even backed the old Taoist and the nun Mieyin. The valley quickly became a scene of chaos.

At first, everyone simply shouted their preferred names, but soon arguments broke out. Martial artists, being more hot-tempered than most, began to clash, and the situation nearly escalated into a fight.

Tang Minghao, who hadnʼt anticipated this turn of events, was at a loss. Despite his experience as a sect leader, he didnʼt know how to handle the situation. Though the leading sects held more influence, he couldnʼt forcefully suppress the crowdʼs emotions.

Perhaps sensing her fatherʼs distress, Tang Xin also grew anxious. While the commotion didnʼt directly involve her, her father had spearheaded the alliance proposal. If it ended in disaster, the Tang Sectʼs reputation would suffer greatly.

Thinking this, Tang Xin turned to Ye Fei, secretly admiring his foresight and hoping he would step in to resolve the crisis.

Ye Fei, however, sat calmly, seemingly oblivious to Tang Xinʼs pleading gaze. His eyes shifted between Tang Minghao on the stage and the representatives of the Shaolin and Wudang Sects, a mischievous smile playing on his lips.

”Everyone, quiet down! Iʼll nominate someone!” Just as Tang Xin was about to throw a dagger at Ye Fei in frustration, a clear voice rang out.

The crowd turned to see Ye Zhilin, who had made a splash a few days ago but had been quiet since leaping onto the stage and standing beside Tang Minghao.