Wang Yue looked at Ye Xiu, stunned for a moment. He had assumed that anyone who dared to disrespect the Wang Family would be some major figure, not a mere kid. He strode over to Ye Xiu and looked down at the seated man from his full height.

"Kid," he said authoritatively, "you’ve got some nerve, disrespecting the Wang Family. Do you have any idea how severe the consequences will be?"

"And you are?" Ye Xiu asked.

The waiter behind Wang Yue, puffing out his chest with borrowed authority, said, "This is Mr. Wang Yue, the Chairman of Wang Corporation. You’d better stand up, apologize to Mr. Wang, and then get out."

After the waiter’s introduction, Wang Yue straightened his back and held his head high, waiting for Ye Xiu to apologize. Even if he’s young, he must have heard of Wang Corporation and its influence in Yunluo City’s business world. Offending the Wang Family will make it impossible for him to find a job here.

"Ah, so it’s Mr. Wang!" Ye Xiu slowly rose to his feet, calmly extending his right hand. "Mr. Wang, a pleasure to meet you. I’m Ye Xiu."

The name ’Ye Xiu’ struck Wang Yue and the waiter like a bolt of lightning, leaving them utterly stunned.

"You... you’re Ye Xiu, the Medicine King? The Divine Doctor?" the waiter stammered, his face pale.

Ye Xiu nodded.

The waiter was mortified. No wonder this man dared to disrespect the Wang Family—it was Ye Xiu! Although the Wang Family was powerful and influential, compared to Ye Xiu’s standing in Xuanse, they were nothing.

"Divine Doctor, I... I was blind to have offended you, I..." The waiter apologized profusely, wishing the ground would swallow him whole. The Divine Doctor was his idol, yet he had dared to act so insolently before him.

"It’s alright. You can go now. Just don’t tell anyone I’m here," Ye Xiu said with a smile.

"Yes, yes, of course!" The waiter quickly fled the private room.

At that moment, Wang Yue finally snapped out of his daze, and a wide grin bloomed across his face. He grasped Ye Xiu’s hand and beamed. "So, it’s the Divine Doctor! I never expected to meet you here. My apologies for the intrusion!"

I’m ecstatic! I was just wondering how to find Ye Xiu and get that Marrow Cleansing Pill, and now he’s walked right into my hands!

"I didn’t expect to run into Mr. Wang while having a meal either. Please, have a seat," Ye Xiu said politely, gesturing for Wang Yue to sit.

"Thank you!" Wang Yue sat down.

Ye Xiu also took his seat. "Since we’ve met, I happen to have a question for you, Mr. Wang."

"Please, ask away, Divine Doctor," Wang Yue replied with a smile.

"You’re aware of the feud between me and the Ye and Long Families, correct?" Ye Xiu asked.

"I’ve heard a little about it," Wang Yue nodded.

"In that case, by inviting the Ye and Long Families to join the Mist Chant Martial Meeting’s sponsorship team, are you planning to ally with them against me?" Ye Xiu inquired.

You, my enemy? You’re not worthy. You’re just an ant I can crush at any moment... Wang Yue sneered internally but said aloud, "Divine Doctor, you misunderstand. I invited the Ye and Long Families to join the sponsorship team for their strength. I have no intention of making an enemy of you. If my actions have caused you any distress, I formally apologize."

As he spoke, he made a show of rising to bow to Ye Xiu.

Ye Xiu stopped him. "An apology isn’t necessary. I just wanted to confirm your stance."

"In that case, I won’t disturb your meal any longer. It is an honor for me and the Wang Family to meet the Divine Doctor today. I will come by later to offer you a toast," Wang Yue said, standing up respectfully.

"Alright," Ye Xiu nodded, not bothering to see him out.

Once Wang Yue had left the room, Ye Xiu’s expression soured. "It seems Wang Yue is determined to be my enemy," he said grimly.

Qin Qing nodded. "I could tell from the moment he kicked the door in. For a man in his seventies or eighties to be so arrogant and domineering, it speaks volumes about his character."

Chloe stood up and said, "Young Master, Young Mistress, we won’t be able to finish this meal. The only reason Wang Yue was so polite and claimed he wouldn’t oppose you is because he’s afraid you might attack him in a fit of rage. He must have gone to call for reinforcements. We should leave quickly."

An Dongye offered no advice; she was still busy scamming people on the Martial Artist forum.

Ye Xiu bowed his head in thought for a moment, then took Er Gouzi’s phone from his pocket and sent a text to his only remaining subordinate, Wu Yiping: "The Wang, Ye, and Long families are all at the Gathering of Heroes Restaurant. Get over here as fast as you can and give them a beating. Don’t kill anyone or hit them too hard. Just leave them bruised and swollen."

After sending the message, Ye Xiu smiled at Qin Qing and Chloe. "There’s going to be a good show to watch in a little while!"

Qin Qing and Chloe had no idea what mischief Ye Xiu was planning, but since he said so, all they had to do was wait for the entertainment.

A few minutes later, the sound of heavy, urgent footsteps echoed throughout the entire Gathering of Heroes Restaurant.

Then, the door to their private room opened once more. Wang Yue, Ye Tianming, the Long Clan Leader, and the second, third, fourth, and fifth brothers of the Long Family walked in, all wearing smug smiles.

"Divine Doctor, I’ve returned to offer you a toast, and I’ve brought a few old friends along," Wang Yue said with a laugh as he sat down opposite Ye Xiu, not daring to sit beside him.

Ye Tianming sat next to Wang Yue, also keeping his distance from Ye Xiu.

The audacious Long Clan Leader, however, plopped down right next to Ye Xiu. "Ye Xiu, I’ve finally found you again. I went through quite the ordeal at the Long Family Manor last night just to see you."

Ye Xiu ignored the Clan Leader and looked at Wang Yue. "Mr. Wang, what is the meaning of this?"

Wang Yue shrugged. "Nothing much. We’re mainly here to offer the Divine Doctor a drink and, while we’re at it, discuss the ownership of the Marrow Cleansing Pill." 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

"So, you want the Marrow Cleansing Pill!" Ye Xiu feigned surprise, as if he had only just discerned Wang Yue’s intentions. "How much are you planning to offer for it?"

"I was hoping the Divine Doctor would simply give it to me," Wang Yue said, leaning back in his chair and eyeing Ye Xiu with a tilted smile.

"This sounds like extortion. And what if I refuse?" Ye Xiu asked.

"Hahahaha..." Wang Yue roared with laughter, pointing at Ye Tianming, the Clan Leader, and the Long Family brothers. "Then I’m afraid the Divine Doctor and these three lovely ladies won’t be leaving this room today."

As if on cue, the Clan Leader and the Long Family brothers all drew their weapons, looking at Ye Xiu with playful smiles.

Ye Tianming also laughed, thoroughly amused. He didn’t actually think the Long Family could keep Ye Xiu here. After all, Ye Xiu was Huang Quan. What delighted him was that the Wang Family and Ye Xiu had now completely torn off the facade of civility. If Wang Yue kept pushing, Ye Xiu might just kill him in a fit of rage. Then Ye Xiu’s life would be on the line with the three great Judicator Families.

"I see. In that case, Mr. Wang, you’ll have to give me some time to consider. The Marrow Cleansing Pill is worth four billion, after all. I’m rather reluctant to part with it," Ye Xiu said.

"Fine. I’ll give you time to think. But you must give me an answer after this meal is finished," Wang Yue magnanimously declared. He turned to the fifth Long brother. "Go tell a waiter to bring our dishes here. We’ll be eating in this room."

"Understood!" The fifth brother nodded and went to find a waiter.

Soon, a parade of delicious dishes was brought to the table. Ye Xiu, Qin Qing, An Dongye, and Chloe began to eat as if no one else was there.

Wang Yue, Ye Tianming, the Clan Leader, and the other Long Family members ignored Ye Xiu’s group as well. They raised their cups in toasts, bragged loudly, and ate and drank with great gusto.

About half an hour passed.

Suddenly, a fierce commotion erupted outside the private room, filled with the sharp sound of slapping faces and panicked shouts.

So, Wu Yiping has arrived... A cold, almost imperceptible smirk lifted the corners of Ye Xiu’s mouth.

Just then, a member of the Long Family burst through the door. "Clan Leader, bad news! We’re under attack!"