Many people knew full well about the Kunpeng matter, but this move had frightened quite a few experts. That was precisely Yunmo City's aim. Kicking someone when they were down was practically the nature of all living things. If they failed to intimidate everyone here, then even those who had genuinely come to attend the birthday banquet might ultimately bare their fangs.
After all, the matter of the Kunpeng was simply too eye-catching.
Anyone with discernment understood that this was a display of power!
"What exactly happened? How did things turn out like this?"
Generally speaking, even if someone came to make trouble, they rarely chose to deal a killing blow right from the start under such circumstances.
Without giving anyone any chance to explain themselves, the crowd was not stupid. They quickly realized that something was definitely amiss.
Still, everyone was watching quietly for now. No one wanted to stick their neck out casually.
"The City Lord of Yunmo City has arrived!"
Following that prolonged announcement, a figure slowly appeared before the crowd. Who else could it be but the City Lord of Yunmo City? Many people immediately rose to greet him and offer their respects.
"Thank you all for coming to my birthday banquet. I am deeply honored!" After taking his seat, the City Lord of Yunmo City cupped his hands toward all sides and said.
"Congratulations to the City Lord—may your life span stretch without bounds!"
"Congratulations to the City Lord—may your blessings and fortune be limitless!"
Everyone offered their congratulations in succession.
"Though there has been a little unpleasantness today, I trust it is merely the work of a few petty scoundrels. There is no need for everyone to mind it. Today is my birthday banquet—we will not leave until we are drunk!" The City Lord