Martial Arts Overlord-Chapter 522 - 520: Young Master Haitang: Yue Haitang
Wutie Town was an ancient town with hundreds of years of history.
This old town was situated in the Extreme North Land of the Flowing Cloud Region and also bordered the Tianming Region, Blue Moon Territory, and Red Maple Ridge, making it the only city within a thousand-mile radius.
A thousand years ago, Wutie Town did not exist. This area was simply a crucial junction for the four territories, surrounded by several dangerous lands, which attracted a great many Martial Artists.
Many Martial Artists exchanged information and resources here. Gradually, what began as a small market developed into a city inhabited by tens of millions, the vast majority of whom were Martial Artists.
If people from the four territories wished to leave their domains and travel to other regions or dynasties, they had to pass through Wutie Town.
To reach Wutie Town, one had to traverse many perilous places, which ordinary people could not.
Therefore, Wutie Town gradually became a city composed entirely of Martial Artists. Experts here were as numerous as clouds in the sky, and it was even rumored that True Yuan Realm powerhouses hid within its walls.
At that moment, several miles south of Wutie Town, a figure soared towards it like a great Peng bird in flight. This was Luo Feng.
After leaving the merchant caravan, Luo Feng utilized the Teng Dragon’s Step to travel at full speed, arriving at Wutie Town in less than two hours.
So this is Wutie Town. It’s unexpectedly large...
Luo Feng stopped, gazing at the city ahead, a sense of shock stirring in his heart.
Wutie Town’s walls were constructed from black Mysterious Cloud Iron Mine. Under the blazing sun, they shone with a dazzling, dark luster, creating a magnificent and spectacular contrast with the blue sky and white clouds.
He had initially thought Wutie Town was just a small town, but that wasn’t the case.
The city before him likely spanned tens of miles, considerably larger than many cities in the Flowing Cloud Region.
Just as Luo Feng was about to continue on his way, a gust of wind suddenly swept in from behind. Four figures—two men and two women—rushed out from the left side of the road, moving with lightning speed.
"Wow, this is Wutie Town! It’s even bigger than our Long Wind School! Truly spectacular!"
"Naturally. Wutie Town is a gathering place for Martial Artists from all four territories. There are countless masters here, far surpassing the ordinary cities of the four territories in strength."
"Junior Sister Xue, once we’re inside, let’s explore for a while before heading to Sky Mountain, shall we?"
"GIGGLE... Alright! I’ve heard Wutie Town has many delicacies; I’ve been eager to come for ages. But you’ll have to treat me later!"
"Ahem... With Senior Brother Yuan, this big spender, right here, you’re still trying to get a free meal out of me?"
"Stop fooling around. Wutie Town is lawless territory where strength dictates everything. Once inside, you all need to be on your best behavior."
"Yes!"
The four figures swept past Luo Feng, laughing and chatting as they sped towards Wutie Town.
Students from Long Wind School...
Luo Feng noted the swirling cloud emblem on their attire, raising an eyebrow. It was the uniform of Long Wind School, the Tianming Region’s foremost academy.
One early-stage Heavenly Court Realm cultivator, two late-stage Heavenly Court Realm cultivators, and one peak Heavenly Court Realm cultivator...
His gaze swept over the four, judging their cultivation levels from the auras they emanated. He was slightly taken aback.
This Wutie Town really shouldn’t be underestimated. The people coming and going are all extraordinary.
Luo Feng wasn’t entirely surprised, though. The journey from the four territories to Wutie Town was long and fraught with peril. Without absolute strength, one would likely be killed en route, becoming just another nameless corpse.
The four students from Long Wind School moved swiftly, disappearing through the city gates in the blink of an eye.
Luo Feng exhaled, preparing to proceed.
"Is that Luo Feng from the Purple Sun School up ahead?"
Just as he lifted his foot, a clear, crisp voice suddenly sounded from behind.
Luo Feng raised an eyebrow. The voice seemed familiar, yet he couldn’t quite recall where he had heard it.
Turning, he looked back.
In the distance, a slender figure in blue attire was rapidly approaching.
Their speed was incredible. Moments ago, they were thousands of meters away; in the blink of an eye, they had come within a hundred meters.
When Luo Feng saw the person’s face clearly, his eyes widened in surprise. "Master Haitang!"
The newcomer wore striking blue martial attire. He had a slender build and an exquisitely beautiful face that could make women jealous. His jet-black hair was tied back, and his eyes held a subtle heroic spirit. He possessed an ethereal aura that would leave anyone who saw him stunned. What an elegant young master!
This person was none other than the foremost of Red Maple Ridge’s four renowned young masters: Master Haitang, Yue Haitang. He had met Luo Feng once in the Secret Realm and had even helped him deal with Zhou Jianyi.
Because the other party was male yet possessed such a beautiful face, Luo Feng had a vivid impression of him and recognized him instantly.
"I thought I might be mistaken, but it really is you."
Yue Haitang stopped about three paces in front of Luo Feng, a slight smile on his lips. His voice was clear and pleasant.
Looking at Yue Haitang’s smile, Luo Feng felt a sudden sense of being utterly captivated.
Shaking his head to dispel the ridiculous notion, Luo Feng chuckled.
"Yue Haitang, long time no see. What a coincidence to meet you in Wutie Town today."
"You actually remember my name." Hearing Luo Feng say his name, Yue Haitang raised his fine eyebrows, a hint of surprise in his expression.
"You helped me once in the Secret Realm. How could I forget?"
Luo Feng touched his nose and smiled.
This statement was only half-true. What had truly left a deep impression on him was Yue Haitang’s smile.
It was the first time he had ever thought a man’s smile could be beautiful.
Hearing this, Yue Haitang’s bright eyes appraised Luo Feng. He smiled and said, "So, you want to repay my kindness?"
"Hmm, you could say that."
Luo Feng paused for a moment, then nodded.
Yue Haitang’s dark eyes darted around. He raised a finger with a slight smile and said,
"Alright then, how about you treat me to a big meal later as repayment? I should warn you beforehand, I have a huge appetite."
To visually demonstrate his appetite, it seemed, Yue Haitang drew a large circle in front of himself with his hands.
"No problem. I happen to have earned a bit of silver recently..."
Luo Feng was amused by Yue Haitang’s words and actions, and a faint smile touched his lips.
"You said it."
Yue Haitang beamed, his bright eyes studying Luo Feng. He bit his finger lightly and said meaningfully, "Late-stage Heavenly Court Realm, Luo Feng. Your cultivation is probably more than that, right?"
Luo Feng had already concealed his aura, appearing now as an ordinary late-stage Heavenly Court Realm martial artist.
Luo Feng glanced at Yue Haitang and countered, "And you? Are you really at the peak of the Heavenly Court Realm?"
Yue Haitang’s aura was the same as it had been two months ago, still at the peak of the Heavenly Court Realm.
"Alright, let’s not pry further. It can be our little secret," Yue Haitang said with a smile.
Luo Feng’s eyes flickered. It seems my guess was right; he has also concealed his cultivation. He’s likely already in the Spiritual Rotation Realm.
Yue Haitang looked around and asked, "By the way, why are you alone? Where are the other students from Purple Sun School?"
"I had some business to attend to, so I left ahead of them. They’re not with me."
"Perfect. I’m alone too. We can head to Sky Mountain together," Yue Haitang said cheerfully.
Luo Feng nodded and turned towards Wutie Town. "Let’s go. We should find a restaurant and get something to eat first."
"Alright."
Yue Haitang walked beside Luo Feng, and the two headed towards Wutie Town.
Upon reaching the city gate, Luo Feng suddenly stopped. Yue Haitang also halted immediately, his fine eyebrows knitting slightly.
WHOOSH! WHOOSH! WHOOSH!
At the same time, the sound of rushing air filled their ears as three figures leaped down from the twenty-to-thirty-meter-high city wall, landing in front of the gate and blocking Luo Feng and Yue Haitang’s path.
Luo Feng’s eyebrows rose slightly as he looked at the three men.
They were three men in their thirties, all wearing mocking smiles. Their eyes glinted sharply, flickering with a hint of coldness.
"Excuse us, we wish to enter the city," Yue Haitang said, looking at the three.
The leader had a swarthy face. He looked Yue Haitang up and down and gave a wicked smile.
"TSK TSK. Such a handsome young gentleman. With your fair skin, red lips, and white teeth, you must be the young master of some wealthy family, right?"
Yue Haitang frowned slightly, disgust evident in his clear eyes.
Luo Feng stepped forward, shielding Yue Haitang behind him, and stared coldly at the three. "Cut the crap. What do you want?"
The burly man on the left, seeing Luo Feng protect Yue Haitang, laughed. "HAHAHA... I’ve heard some young disciples have... peculiar tastes. An interest in other men. I just didn’t expect to see it firsthand today."
Hearing this, the other two also burst into laughter.
Yue Haitang frowned and tugged Luo Feng’s sleeve, asking curiously, "Luo Feng, what does ’an interest in other men’ mean?"
Luo Feng looked awkward and stammered, "Well... it refers to when a man... is with another man..."
Before he could finish, Yue Haitang understood. His face turned pale, and he trembled with anger, glaring at the three men. "Shameless!"
"HAHAHA... This lad is just like a girl. If he were a woman, he’d probably be a peerless beauty. Too bad he’s a man..."
The swarthy man smiled wickedly, looked at Luo Feng, and spread his hands.
"If you want to enter the city, no problem. But first, you must pay an entry fee of one hundred Grade Two Yuan Stones."
Hearing this, Yue Haitang snorted coldly. "Wutie Town is unclaimed territory! Since when does one need to pay an entry fee?"
Luo Feng’s brow also furrowed. He had just seen the four students from Long Wind School enter without paying any fee. Now that it was their turn to enter, these three men had appeared, clearly taking them for easy targets.
"Unclaimed territory? Who told you that? Kid, today I’ll teach you a lesson: the strong rule. Now, hand over the Yuan Stones!" the swarthy man said in an icy tone.
Luo Feng smirked coldly, looking at the swarthy man. "And if I don’t?" he asked indifferently.
"You don’t?"
As if not expecting Luo Feng to dare say such a thing, the swarthy man’s thick eyebrows knitted together, a cold glint flickering in his eyes. Suddenly, he struck a huge nearby rock with his palm.
BOOM!
His Palm Gang erupted, making the earth tremble. Amidst the loud sound, the boulder, as tall as two men, exploded into fine powder. Stone fragments shot out in all directions with a WHOOSHING sound.
Lifting his gaze, the swarthy man glared at Luo Feng, his eyes filled with murderous intent. His chilling voice boomed,
"Refuse to pay, and you die!"
