These words immediately fell silent.

Lin Cang's face first showed some surprise, then his expression darkened.

"Ye Feng, how dare you address your elders by their given names! This is utterly disrespectful!"

"Outrageous! This is utterly lawless!"

"Arrogant! He truly doesn't know his own limitations!"

...

Ye Feng ignored the roars of the crowd, his eyes fixed on Lin Cang.

Lin Cangjin has been at the Foundation Establishment stage for almost three years and is already a second-level cultivator.

Seeing him put down his wine glass, Shen Lang immediately stood up.

"Ye Feng, apologize to Senior Brother Lin... I'm treating today, aren't you going to give me even this much face?"

These words, seemingly a rebuke of Ye Feng, were actually addressed to Lin Cang, an attempt to save face.

Lin Cang could certainly tell what was going on, so he slowly put down his wine glass and said in a calm tone,

“Junior Brother Shen, I'm afraid Junior Nephew Ye wants to compete for this honor. Since Junior Nephew Ye wishes to learn from me, I should naturally offer some guidance.”

Ye Feng remained calm and composed, and clasped his hands in a fist salute to Shen Lang.

"Brother Shen, I'm sorry, but as the saying goes, 'He who possesses a sharp weapon will naturally have the will to kill.' I have the strength to challenge Foundation Establishment cultivators, so naturally I cannot tolerate the slander of petty people."

Brother Shen, you're the same. On the path of cultivation, it's either progress or regression; forging ahead is the only right way!

Shen Lang was stunned when he heard this. Thinking of the inner demon tribulation he had just narrowly escaped, he was speechless.

"This is utterly arrogant! How dare they lecture Uncle-Master Shen?"

"You make it sound plausible, but you need the ability to say that."

"A Qi Refining cultivator challenging a Foundation Establishment cultivator? I really don't know where he gets the courage. Does he think he's a Holy Son of a high sect, or does he think Uncle Lin is some rogue cultivator from out in the world..."

"Doesn't he know that after reaching the Foundation Establishment stage, one can cultivate the sect's unique techniques? With his Water Ball Technique and Water Shield Technique, what makes him think he can do that?"

——

This time, the guests at Ye Feng's table all kept a safe distance of three zhang (approximately 10 meters) from him, afraid of being caught in the crossfire.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, I'll be waiting for you outside!"

After saying that, Ye Feng walked straight out.

Shen Lang remained standing there, pondering Ye Feng's words.

Lin Cang finished his drink, put down the glass, and went outside.

The crowd followed behind, some indignant, some gloating... but no one wanted to speak up for Ye Feng.

Ye Feng simply watched all of this quietly.

The training registration has been completed, and the millions of pills I refined are all in my spatial storage.

After this battle, I'll just run away... no, I mean, go out to gain experience.

Foundation Establishment... no, Golden Core, come back.

How the sect will react is none of my business.

The two stood thirty meters apart.

Lin Cang merely looked at Ye Feng with amusement.

Even when he was at the peak of Qi Refining, he could only flee when he saw a rogue cultivator at the Foundation Establishment stage.

This Ye Feng, only at the seventh...eighth level of Qi Refining, dares to challenge me?

He only gave her a small lesson, and even if Li Qinghe knew, she wouldn't say anything.

"You make the first move, or you'll have to say your martial uncle didn't give you a chance!"

Lin Cang didn't even draw his sword; he simply put one hand behind his back and pointed with the other, saying...

If he were to unleash his Foundation Establishment pressure now, he, a mere Qi Refining Stage 8 cultivator, wouldn't even have a chance to make a move.

Apart from Shen Lang, who showed some concern, everyone else around him wore amused expressions, waiting to see what their reactions would be after Ye Feng's defeat.

Thinking himself invincible, then easily brought down from his pedestal...that expression must be hilarious.

From today onwards, this year's "senior brother" is a laughing stock...

"Please be prepared, Fellow Daoist Lin, otherwise swords and blades are merciless and may injure you, senior."

"Ha ha....."

...

Ye Feng's words were immediately met with ridicule from several Foundation Establishment cultivators.

With his Qi Refining cultivation level, even if he released a flying sword, its power would be completely worn away by spiritual energy before it even reached Lin Cang.

If Lin Cang were willing, Ye Feng's flying sword could be taken from him in no time.

Lin Cang also smiled, but he still took out his flying sword.

"Alright, alright, let's defend then!"

After saying that, he raised his sword and drew a circle in mid-air.

The sword was enveloped in a thick layer of spiritual energy, which terrified the group of Qi cultivators.

"Hmph, if Uncle Lin hadn't defended and had just attacked directly, the battle would be over."

"Hehe, let's give him some face, after all, he's the [Senior Brother]."

"Ha ha....."

Before the man could finish laughing, several Foundation Establishment cultivators exclaimed in surprise.

"Azure Shield Technique!"

Seeing the others' confusion, the person continued,

"This is the Qingyun Sect, specializing in magic during the Foundation Establishment stage. The Azure Lotus Sword Song, Azure Shield for defense, Lotus Cloud for healing, Sword Rain for killing, and Song of Disruption... These are the exclusive sword techniques of the Qingyun Sect!!"

"I never expected that Senior Brother Lin would actually master the Azure Shield. This defense is many times stronger than the Five Elements Shield Technique... If Ye Feng, a mere Qi Refining cultivator, were to attack, he probably wouldn't be able to break through even after exhausting all his mana."

Among the group of Qi cultivators, some had heard of it, while others had never heard of it before. Upon hearing the two explanations, they immediately showed great interest.

The Azure Cloud Sect's ultimate technique—this is truly the sect's signature move!

Lin Cang drew a line with his sword along a mysterious path, and a green light screen appeared before him.

As if frozen in place by the sword tip, it not only failed to dissipate but also became increasingly solidified with the infusion of Lin Cang's spiritual energy.

Moreover, it can change position at any time along with the magic sword.

"Ye Feng, I'm ready. Make your move!"

Lin Cang revealed a disdainful smile. "I'll make you beat me until your magic power is completely exhausted, then you'll be completely convinced..."

Seeing that the opponent had finally set up their defense, Ye Feng nodded.

With a flick of his left hand, the flying sword was instantly drawn.

Drawing mysterious trajectories in mid-air...

What is Ye Feng doing? He seems quite imposing.

Huh? It can even turn into a lotus flower.....

The sword light was dazzling, drawing everyone's attention.

Upon seeing the lotus flower above, several Foundation Establishment cultivators who had seen similar sights showed expressions of astonishment.

This is... Azure Lotus! Combined Technique!

And it's not a defensive Azure Lotus!

Although Ye Feng was using Qi Refining level magic power, Qinglian's form appeared somewhat floating.

The five lotus petals are not blue, but rather yellow-green, blue, reddish-brown.

However, beads of sweat still appeared on Lin Cang's forehead. Disregarding his composure, he unleashed his Foundation Establishment level pressure, directly attacking Ye Feng.

However, this oppressive aura was completely annihilated by the five-colored azure lotus when it approached Ye Feng within three meters.

Before anyone could react, the blue lotus took shape in a flash.

"Sword Song!"

The last two words in Ye Feng's heart were spoken.

The Azure Lotus, initially still, suddenly accelerated, hurtling towards Lin Cang...