I am a high-level martial arts master.

Guangming, the reception hall of the Li family.

The hall was spacious and occupied by quite a few people.

The five people seated at the top were Li Zhan, the head of the Li family; elders Li Yan, Li Xiu, and Li Zhang; and Li You, the young master of the family, who had a blue label.

To the left of the five people sat either elders of the clan or outstanding young people.

However, at this moment, the Li family, as the host, was not the center of the entire hall.

Conversely, the focal point of the entire reception hall is the two guests on the right.

One of them is the eldest daughter of the Yan family, who is slated for a marriage alliance with the Li family, and the other is...

"Young Master Ye, I never expected you to visit my Li family today, and it just so happens that you are here to discuss the marriage alliance with the Yan family."

Chief Li Zhan rubbed his palms and laughed heartily, saying in a very hearty tone:

"In recent days, rumors have been circulating throughout Guangming that a peerless genius has caught the eye of Gang Leader Zheng. Judging from Young Master Ye's demeanor, he is indeed extraordinary! He has already reached the mid-stage of Body Tempering!"

"You flatter me." Standing in the Li family's residence, Ye Li couldn't help but smile. "I have to thank the noble family for the century-old ginseng pills they sent."

Yes, the century-old ginseng pill that Ye Li used to break through to the mid-stage of Body Tempering was a gift from the Li family!

The thought of this made his face twitch.

But you can't laugh now, you can't laugh out loud, you have to hold it in until then!

"A century-old ginseng pill?"

Upon hearing Ye Li's answer, a hint of doubt appeared on everyone's faces.

Li Zhan suddenly looked at Li You beside him; it was this son who had arranged the gift delivery.

Li You revealed a mysterious smile: "Father, it was I who took that century-old ginseng pill from the family treasury."

"Brother Ye is exceptionally talented and has been favored by Chief Zheng. His future is limitless. This small gift is just a token of my Li family's appreciation."

"A small token of my appreciation?" Li Zhan's face showed a pained expression.

The Li family only has two of these century-old ginseng pills, and they are priceless. Even when he broke through to the Acquired Realm, he was reluctant to use them, but now he has given one away!

Li Zhan glared angrily at his son's wastefulness, but he couldn't vent his anger in front of the distinguished guests, so he could only hold back and punish him severely later.

At this moment, Yan Ruyu, who had been quietly observing, spoke up at the opportune moment, her voice clear and melodious, carrying just the right amount of praise:

"I've long heard of Brother Ye's extraordinary talent, and seeing him today, I can see that his reputation is well-deserved. I've also heard about Brother Ye's deeds while I was at home. He tempered his body in two months, fought seven heroes alone, and now he has even won the favor of Chief Zheng and been taken in as his personal disciple. Such a demeanor is truly something I've never seen before in my life."

Her beautiful eyes sparkled as she looked sincerely at Ye Li, cleverly diverting the conversation away from the awkward topic of the century-old ginseng pill.

"Miss Yan, you flatter me." Ye Li nodded slightly, maintaining a polite smile in response.

But after Miss Yan's reminder, Li Zhancai remembered:

"It's quite a coincidence that my son, Li Xi, who is going to discuss the marriage with Miss Yan today, is from the Canglong Gang, just like Young Master Ye. Moreover, the time is similar. I wonder if Young Master Ye has heard of him?"

When Li Xi was mentioned, Ye Li's smile deepened, while the young lady from the Yan family beside him showed a barely perceptible hint of impatience.

Speak of the devil, and he appears! Just as Ye Li was about to answer, the servant outside the hall suddenly said:

"Young Master Li Xi has returned from the gang."

As soon as he finished speaking, the heavy, carved wooden door of the reception room was pushed open again.

Li Xi, his figure backlit, slowly strolled in.

At this moment, he was dressed in white, looking as white as snow, and had the air of a young prodigy.

But as he strode confidently, the injuries he had suppressed for the sake of elegance were still throbbing.

Before entering the school, Li Xi thought about many things.

How can I make a good impression on my fiancée when I meet her for the first time as the future young master?

What should I say when I see my father?

How can I lure the Yan family into this scheme to help me kill Ye Li?

For all this, he forced a polite smile and looked at Yan Yu, who was rumored to be beautiful!

However, when his gaze passed over Yan Yu and landed on the tall figure beside her—

"Buzz!"

A chilling sensation instantly shot from the soles of my feet straight to the top of my head!

That face, that figure... he would recognize them even if they turned to ashes!

Ye Li!!!

In that instant, all semblance of propriety and smile vanished.

With a throbbing pain in his face, Li Xi roared sharply at Ye Li:

"How come it's you!"

An angry roar echoed through the hall, instantly silencing the somewhat cheerful atmosphere.

No one noticed the smug look on Li You's face!

Plans are in place!

After a brief silence, Li Zhan immediately exclaimed in surprise:

"Li Xi, look at the state you're in! Don't be rude to Young Master Ye!"

"Young Master Ye?"

Li Xi looked at Ye Li, who was seated above him, with some disbelief.

"My father, who's at the Acquired Realm... calls this country bumpkin young master?"

Am I still dreaming?

While Li Xi was lost in thought, Ye Li, seeing the other's bewildered expression, finally couldn't hold back any longer:

"Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha!!!"

Even though Ye Li had tried his best to endure, to endure, and to endure even more!

But... how could he possibly resist something so "funny"?

At that moment, he burst into the loudest and most genuine laughter he had ever had in both his lives.

Immediately, to the astonishment of the Li family elders and patriarchs present, Ye Li, like an eighteen-year-old child, slapped his thigh in delight:

"Hahahaha, Uncle Li, it's alright, it's alright, it's really nothing."

Ye Li stepped down from his seat, a warm smile on his face, and quickly stepped forward to help Li Xi up.

"Brother Li and I are like brothers, no need for formalities!"

"Our friendship is so profound that it can't be erased even across the vast world!"

"Brother Li must have been so overjoyed to see me here that he couldn't hide the subtle change in his emotions."

Amidst Li Xi's frozen expression, Ye Li slapped his thigh and said:

"I almost forgot, a person should be looked at with new eyes after three days of separation. I only left the Azure Dragon Gang a month ago, and Brother Li still thought I was a core disciple, which is why he was surprised."

"I see," Li Zhan, who was standing to the side, suddenly realized and explained:

"Xi'er, I forgot to tell you, after leaving the gang, Young Master Ye has been taken in as a personal disciple by your gang leader, Zheng. Why don't you greet Young Master Ye?"

"Isn't our gang leader Zheng... that half-step Xiantian guy...? This peasant is his personal disciple..."

Overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information, Li Xi's mind went blank, and she stared blankly at Ye Li.

Yan Yu, standing to the side, showed a hint of unease on her face.

She came here to annul her engagement with Li Xi, but if Ye Li and Li Xi have a good relationship, her family will likely face another setback.

Meanwhile, upon hearing that Ye Li and Li Xi had a story, Li Zhan was overjoyed. "Perfect, you have a story and I have wine. Let's have a long talk at the dinner table!"

Therefore, he waved his hand and said, "In that case, Young Master Ye, there's no need to be reserved. Treat the Li family as your own."

"I have prepared a banquet. Please take your seats and let's discuss things over dinner."

"Has the banquet already been prepared?"

Ye Li was somewhat surprised, but since Patriarch Li was so hospitable...

Then he won't hold back and will feast on Li Xi's banquet to his heart's content!

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