Immortality Begins with Breathing Exercises-Chapter 417 - 168: Gale

He had no face to stay here any longer.

"Isn’t anyone brave enough to step up?"

"Too bad, just starting to enjoy the fight."

"Why not give it a go, Mr. Yanming? We’ve known each other for so long but never crossed fists."

Lin Zheyu smirked as he glanced at Lee Yanming in the crowd; he had noticed Tang Weizhong’s gaze towards Lee Yanming earlier.

This guy really seems to have some secret dealings with the other side.

"No, no."

"Mr. Zhao is very strong. I’m no match, so I won’t go up and embarrass myself," Lee Yanming quickly waved his hand, saying with a chuckle.

His smile was as unaffected as ever, as if the previous event had nothing to do with him.

Lin Zheyu couldn’t help but be a bit surprised; is this guy’s disposition that good, or does he have other plans?

’I’ll talk to Lee Mengxi about this later; since it’s their family matter, it’s not appropriate for an outsider like me to intervene,’ Lin Zheyu pondered to himself.

Seeing no one daring to challenge him, he sat cross-legged on the stage, beginning to meditate and recover.

Time slowly passed.

Though no one came up to challenge, yet more and more martial artists came bustling around Lin Zheyu.

People heard a strong, talented martial artist had appeared and came out of curiosity to watch.

"Who is this guy, with such strength? He shouldn’t be unknown."

"Could be someone from another city?" someone asked curiously.

"Not sure, I’ve heard he’s from the wealthy Lee Family on Nanming Street, whose auction is somewhat famous in Wuling City."

"Have you heard of Lee Lingyun? She’s a famous beauty in Wuling City and runs the auctions," an informed source whispered.

Lin Zheyu’s identity wasn’t secret; martial artists challenging the stage needed to register information.

Anyone keen on the betting pools could gather some info.

"It’s not just Lee Lingyun; the Lee Family’s bloodline is excellent. Often handsome and beautiful daughters and sons appear, and Ling Mengqi ranks sixth on the Wuling City beauty list."

"Tsk, tsk, tsk, she’s quite pretty."

"It’s just that her cultivation of the True Intent of Ice gives an unapproachable feeling, keeping people at a distance. Otherwise, when she smiles, she’s prettier than Rong Siying, who ranks in the top five."

A slightly sleazy-looking man chuckled as he spoke.

"Oh, the Lee Family, if you mention Lee Lingyun’s family, I know which one that is."

"Tsk, tsk, tsk, the Lee Family has lucked out, managing to attract such a powerful figure," someone said enviously.

His family had power equal to the Lee Family, but attracting a martial expert of such talent wasn’t easy.

"You’ve got it wrong; I’ve heard he hasn’t been recruited by the Lee Family."

"Supposedly, Zhao Hao is Lee Mengqi’s lifesaver and didn’t accept the Lee Family’s offer," a well-informed person mentioned.

Some curious people had looked into the event when Lin Zheyu stirred up some excitement on Celestial Blade Peak; a little inquiry uncovered many details.

"A lifesaver?"

"Tell us about it; how did Lee Mengqi face danger? Could someone in the prestigious Lee Family put her in a life-threatening situation?"

Some nearby people asked curiously.

"Ah, aha, you wouldn’t know; this Lee Mengqi lost her parents early."

"In noble families, competition is fierce; without parents’ protection, all resources and contributions must be fought for personally..."

"..."

Discussion buzzed beneath the stage.

Those attending the martial arts convention were all notable figures of Wuling City, even if some weren’t strong, they belonged to excellent backgrounds.

Their social circle is compact; a bit of inquiry reveals many things.

Over an hour later.

Lin Zheyu sat idly on the stage.

No one coming up to challenge left him feeling bored.

Just after warming up, it ended, leaving Lin Zheyu with an uncomfortable feeling of anticipation unmet.

He simply stood and began practicing the Wild Bull Fist on the stage.

Under the gaze of countless martial artists watching in awe and admiration, Lin Zheyu felt something unique.

The scrutiny of others seemed to form an intangible force, influencing his mindset, reinforcing his determination, and strengthening the Tyrant True Intent Seed.

"Damn it, a group of cowards; nobody daring to come up? I’ll do it!"

Suddenly, a burly figure emerged from the crowd, leaping onto the stage, brandishing the Beheading Great Blade.

His blade was wide, akin to a door plank, looking quite impressive.

"It’s Yue Qinghong; didn’t expect him to come."

"His abilities are on par with Luo Manghan’s just now, no, I’ve heard Luo Manghan challenged him many times, always ending in defeat."

Someone exclaimed in surprise.

The whispers beneath the stage vanished as the martial artists eagerly rushed to the betting pools.

"I’m betting Zhao Hao... Uh, what, are you kidding, the odds are so low..."

"Forget it, taking a chance, betting on Yue Qinghong for the win."

Many martial artists who initially intended to bet on Lin Zheyu’s victory changed their minds upon seeing the odds.

Lin Zheyu, having only fought three matches of the expected ten, could bet up to four thousand at most.

With odds at 1:0.1, winnings from one match wouldn’t even cover a morsel.

"Mr. Yang, this Yue Qinghong is the most outstanding descendent of the Yue Family’s generation, quite renowned even in Wuling City."

"You’ve set these odds... Hmm, might the disparity be a bit much?"

"Is Yue Qinghong and Zhao Hao’s strength gap truly so large?"

The man managing the betting pool, seeing the odds, couldn’t help but ask.

Yue Qinghong was a noticeable figure in Wuling City.

Though it was unclear why Yue Qinghong was here instead of attending the core gatherings of the martial arts convention.