Am I the only good person in this cultivation world?

In this hall, Ailan had the lowest cultivation level. She couldn't stand still for a moment and was about to fall backward.

At the critical moment, Yao Han stepped forward and stood on top of her, completely blocking the aura emanating from her, remaining completely still.

The male cultivator with disheveled hair raised an eyebrow and sized up Yao Han a few more times.

"I thought Fellow Daoist Cao was a reasonable person. Since you were already planning to rob me, why waste your breath on me!"

"Forcibly taking it? It's just returning it to its rightful owner. If you really don't want to hand over the storage bag, I, Cao, really can't do anything about it. But although Jingzhou and Lishan are far apart, there are quite a few families that do business with my Cao family. If you really plan to live in Jiuyin Market for the rest of your life, you'd better be careful in the future."

The scene fell silent for a moment, so quiet that even the sound of water outside the window could be heard clearly. Yao Han and the two men were locked in a fierce standoff, neither willing to give in.

Just as the two sides were locked in a stalemate, a woman's voice suddenly came from the side:

"If you cannot resolve your dispute, there is a Dharma assembly platform in the market that is used to settle disputes."

"Hey, Senior Sister Fang, you..."

Everyone turned around and looked at the female cultivator who had spoken.

This woman had jet-black hair, a full forehead, almond-shaped eyes, and soft eyebrows. Her hair was styled in a delicate, snake-like bun at the back. The jade hairpin at the end of her hair shimmered with a bright green light, making it quite eye-catching.

At that moment, she blinked her eyes, a mischievous smile playing on her lips, and patted the arm of her junior brother who was trying to dissuade her.

Cao Li's eyes flashed, and he bowed to the female cultivator surnamed Fang:

"Thank you for the reminder, Fairy of Water Moon Palace. I am aware of the Dharma performance platform in this market, but I wonder if Fellow Daoist Yao dares to go there."

Yao Han smiled faintly:

"Why wouldn't I dare? Since that's the case, let's settle this on the Dharma performance platform, shall we? If I lose, you can look through my storage bag as you please, and I, Yao, will not utter a single complaint."

A look of surprise flashed in Cao Li's eyes, as if he hadn't expected his sudden provocation to actually work. His eyes darted around, and he quickly replied:

"Alright! However, I encountered some problems in my cultivation a few days ago, and my body is not suitable for combat right now. My friend Li Hui will have to take my place. With the senior from Shuiyue Palace here, I'm sure Fellow Daoist Yao won't go back on his word."

Yao Han put his hands behind his back, as if he already knew what the other person was going to say, and slowly replied:

"Alright. However, if I win, your Cao family is forbidden from harassing my two friends from now on. Please have this senior sister bear witness for us."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yunli and Song Zhiyu's expressions changed, and they quickly transmitted their thoughts to Yao Han:

"Brother Yao, you don't need to do this!"

"The opponent is a Foundation Establishment cultivator, and he clearly came prepared. How can you possibly defeat him? If all else fails, we'd better think of another way!"

Yao Han turned around upon hearing the sound and smiled at the two of them:

"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing and I won't force myself."

"no problem!"

The female cultivator surnamed Fang agreed very readily, one leg trembling under the table as if she couldn't wait to watch the show.

"Haha, shall we go then?"

Cao Li's face lit up with joy, his eyes brimming with undisguised smugness. He strode toward the door, and the moment he stepped across the threshold, a mocking smile appeared on his lips.

Ha, I thought this person had some skill, but he's just an arrogant and ignorant fool. How stupid!

Do you really think I'm afraid of you just because you have two grenades in your pocket?

To think that one can force a Foundation Establishment cultivator with the Qi Refining realm is simply audacious!

Kid, you're still too young!

……

The Dharma Performance Platform was located in the northeast corner of Jiuyinfang Market. After settling their rent, Yao Han and the others headed there together.

Something unexpected happened on the way.

This female cultivator surnamed Fang, who claimed to be "witnessing" for them, was quite famous in Jiuyin Market. As soon as the local residents and cultivators heard that there was a competition to watch, they gathered around her noisily. They had only walked halfway when a large crowd followed behind them.

Yao Han learned from others that the female cultivator's name was Fang Tingyu. She was the second disciple of Yingxi Zhenren from Feixia Island of Shuiyue Palace. She was tactful and charming, and had good relationships with many cultivators in the area, making her very popular.

The common cultivators described her as kind-hearted and considerate in her dealings with others. The only downside was that she was too quick-witted and loved watching the excitement, which often led her to run away from the palace, earning her no shortage of scoldings from her master.

While chatting with others, Yao Han glanced at his senior sister, who was surrounded by a crowd and waving enthusiastically.

This senior sister Fang Tingyu is really an interesting person.

However, those who were initially worried about not having enough onlookers no longer need to worry.

In about half an incense stick's time, they had arrived at the Dharma performance platform.

This so-called Dharma performance platform is a giant plaza standing in the middle of a large pond. The stone platform plaza is ten zhang square and rises five chi above the water, surrounded by a ring of seats that slope upwards, reserved for spectators.

Upon hearing that it was Senior Sister Fang Tingyu who had brought people, the disciples of Shuiyue Palace who were presiding over the place rushed over to sign and stamp the contract for Yao Han and Li Hui.

"Once the contract is signed, there's no question of life or death on the field. Do you two understand?"

Li Hui crossed his arms and responded with a deep hum, while Yao Han nodded calmly.

After the contract was signed and the oath was sworn, the two went their separate ways, one to the east and one to the west.

"Brother Yao, I know you have many tricks up your sleeve, but the opponent is a Foundation Establishment cultivator. This battle cannot be taken lightly. Please be careful!" Zhou Yunli looked at Yao Han with a worried expression.

Ailan's worry was written all over her face as she tugged at Yao Han's sleeve.

"Brother, if all else fails, we'll run away if we can't win. A gentleman takes revenge even after ten years; as long as we're alive, we can always rebuild; a moment of patience brings peace, and taking a step back opens up a vast sky..."

Yao Han laughed:

"Where did you learn all this, you little rascal?"

"Isn't this all what you taught me?" Alan pouted.

"Then I'll teach you a few more phrases today."

"Kindness has its limits, and tolerance has its boundaries. Constantly retreating and compromising will only encourage others to take advantage. Concealing one's strength and keeping a low profile is for the purpose of one day unleashing a surprising and brilliant attack."

After saying that, Yao Han transformed into a dazzling golden light, leaped into the air, and landed steadily on the platform.

On the other side, Cao Li and Li Hui stood below the stage, looking at Yao Han with hostile eyes.

"Brother Li, this man's reliance is most likely either a landmine or a heavenly thunderbolt. But as long as you unleash the magical artifact I just gave you, the thunderbolt will lose its power and cannot harm you in the slightest!"

Li Hui brushed the stray hairs from her forehead back:

"Alright, I understand. Now that we know this person's trump card is Lei Zi, we should just be careful. Maybe we won't even need it. A mere ninth level of Qi Refining is nothing to me!"

"Then we'll have to rely on Brother Li today!"

"Of course, once I, Li, have taken this fellow's head, I'll come back to drink and reminisce with Brother Cao!"

After saying that, Li Hui sneered, transformed into a streak of gray-black light, and leaped onto the platform.