You Came Over Here Yourself

"What the hell! A beggar at the Qi Refining Second Layer dares to come here for a banquet!"

Do they think the Zhang Family is a charitable organization?

As he spoke, one of the lackeys, barely suppressing his disgust, tried to push Jun Xiaoyao away.

However, the moment he touched the clothes, Jun Xiaoyao collapsed to the ground with a thud.

A heart-wrenching scream!

"Murder! Murder!"

In broad daylight, under the clear sky, they dared to lay a hand on a beggar!

Is there no law anymore?! Is there no justice left?!

The screams, like those of a pig being slaughtered, immediately attracted the attention of everyone in the hall, and many people gathered around out of curiosity.

At this moment, the Young Master Lan looked extremely unpleasant.

He never expected that the beggar in front of him would dare to do such a thing!

This is the Zhang Clan Patriarch's succession ceremony. If the Zhang Family is disturbed, the consequences will be something the Blue Family cannot afford.

Although the Blue Family had the intention of siding with the Bihai Immortal Sect, they had secretly amassed a considerable portion of the Zhang Family's First-Tier Superior-Grade silver mine over the years, at the suggestion of the Bihai Immortal Sect's envoys.

However, the Blue Family is ultimately only Foundation Establishment power. Before the Bihai Immortal Sect formally accepts them, breaking ties with the Zhang Family would be tantamount to courting death.

"You filthy beggar! When did I ever say I was going to kill you!"

Get Laozi hell out of here! This isn't a place for you!

Lan Mingyang's face was ashen, his eyes blazing with murderous intent. He vowed to tear this beggar in front of him to pieces after the banquet!

However, Jun Xiaoyao seemed oblivious to the murderous intent in Lan Mingyang's eyes, and continued speaking as if nothing had happened:

Why can't I go in?

The Zhang Family never said they lacked ability; those who weren't doing well weren't allowed in!

What right do you have to stop me!

Upon hearing Jun Xiaoyao's words, the onlookers burst into laughter.

"Haha, this kid's interesting. He's only at the Qi Refining Second Layer, yet he dares to speak to Young Master Lan like that."

"It's only because it's the Zhang Family; otherwise, that hothead would have been beheaded long ago."

"He can't even grasp the difference in strength, yet he dares to go against Lan Mingyang. What an idiot! No wonder he's ended up in such a miserable state! A beggar! Hahaha!"

Listening to the praise from others, Lan Mingyang slowly walked up to Jun Xiaoyao, leaned close to his ear, and whispered:

"Kid! I'll remember you!"

You are lucky; today is the Zhang Clan Patriarch's succession ceremony, and bloodshed is not appropriate!

I can live for another two days.

He glanced around randomly and shouted:

"Tell me, why should I stop you? That's a good question!"

Everyone here, whether from influential backgrounds or unaffiliated Rogue Cultivator, has brought gifts for the Zhang Family. You, a beggar, come empty-handed hoping to freeload. Is that fair to us?

That's why I'm stopping you!

Upon hearing Lan Mingyang's words, the Golden Core Faction disciples who had come felt bored and turned back to the Guest Welcoming Hall.

Given their status, they wouldn't stoop to arguing with a beggar.

Although the disciples of the various Foundation Establishment factions didn't care much, they didn't leave, preferring to watch the spectacle.

However, some Qi Refining forces and Rogue Cultivator lack that magnanimity, especially the Rogue Cultivator.

They all had to pay a gift to have a chance to enter the Guest Welcoming Hall, so why shouldn't he?

Just because he's a beggar?

This is so unfair!

So they all began to voice their condemnation of Jun Xiaoyao.

Seeing this, Lan Mingyang's lips curled up slightly; his goal had been achieved.

Unbeknownst to anyone, Jun Xiaoyao, standing behind Lan Mingyang, slightly raised the corners of his mouth, then used his abilities to take out the first First-grade Mid-tier spirit medicine herb from Lan Mingyang's Storage Bag and secretly stuff it into his pocket.

I was just worried about not having a congratulatory gift.

You came over here yourself, don't blame me.

Just then, Zhang Xuanchen, now dressed in a lighter, dark brocade robe embroidered with the Xuanxiao Mountain motif, arrived in the Guest Welcoming Hall.

Zhang Hongzhan and the Great Elder, who had changed their clothes, followed behind him.

Further down the list are outstanding members of the Zhang Family's younger generation.

This highlights the young man's current status and also demonstrates the Zhang Family's strength to various powerful forces.

Seeing Jun Xiaoyao surrounded and mocked by the crowd, he frowned slightly and said in a deep voice:

What happened?

The voice wasn't loud, but it carried an irresistible authority.

I never expected that this would happen when the Zhang Family was only gone for a short while.

Today is his Succession Ceremony, and these people have openly driven away the guests who came to the banquet. How is this any different from slapping him in the face?

Upon seeing Zhang Xuanchen's arrival, everyone present bowed in greeting.

We pay our respects to Clan Leader Zhang!

Although they had received the news long ago, they were still shocked to see Zhang Hongzhan, whom they had visited before, standing behind Zhang Xuanchen.

A mere young boy actually became the Clan Leader the Zhang Clan.

It seems they'll have to offer plenty of gifts to curry favor with the new Clan Leader.

Everyone has different thoughts.

But Zhang Xuanchen didn't care and said:

"No need for formalities. Why are you all standing at the door surrounding a young man when none of you are in the hall?"

Has he offended anyone?

If so, then please give this Clan Leader some face and let this young man go, okay?

Let's not let such a small matter spoil your mood for attending the ceremony, shall we?

Upon hearing Zhang Xuanchen's words, everyone felt a pang of guilt and exchanged bewildered glances, clearly not expecting the Lineage to return at this time.

A wave of regret washed over me.

If I had known this would happen, I wouldn't have joined in the fun.

So everyone turned their attention to Lan Mingyang, the meaning of which was quite clear.

You started this, so you should explain.

Lan Mingyang's gaze instinctively turned towards the direction of the Bihai Immortal Sect.

"Snort!"

The Great Elder snorted coldly, and a powerful pressure surged down on the opponent like a tidal wave.

Lan Mingyang knelt on the ground with a thud, unable to move under the oppressive force.

Zhang Xuanchen naturally noticed Lan Mingyang's gaze and sneered inwardly. It seemed that the Lineage's Affiliated Force were starting to act up again.

After the ceremony, the relevant departments should be established.

Looking at the kneeling Young Master Lan, Zhang Xuanchen slowly spoke:

If I remember correctly, you're from the Blue Family, right?

What's wrong with causing trouble at the inauguration ceremony?

Do you have a problem with our Clan Leader?

Hearing this, Lan Mingyang felt a chill run down his spine.

Like prey being stalked by a tiger, its body trembled incessantly.

I was sweating profusely.

He didn't understand why the boy in front of him could evoke this feeling in him.

But now is clearly not the time to think about these things.

He quickly said, "Clan Leader Zhang... you've misunderstood."

I was also trying to uphold the Zhang Family's authority.

Moreover, we all brought gifts, while this beggar came empty-handed to freeload, clearly trying to take advantage of us.

The Zhang Family members weren't there, yet they took it upon themselves to try and drive the beggar away.

There was really no trouble. We urge Clan Leader Zhang to verify this."

The meaning of these words is quite clear: everything I did was for the Zhang Family, and everyone had given a congratulatory gift before entering the Guest Welcoming Hall.

This beggar has no money; it would be unfair to them if he were allowed in.

Hearing Lan Mingyang's words, Xu Haolong felt secretly pleased.

These were the words he transmitted to the other party.

This was all to set a trap for Zhang Xuanchen.

If Zhang Xuanchen sided with Lan Mingyang and kicked the beggar out,

With a little maneuvering, the Bihai Immortal Sect could damage the Zhang Family's reputation, branding them as looking down on lower-level cultivators.

If you side with the beggar, you'll offend even more people.

The Blue Family is now Affiliated Force of the Zhang Family. If the Zhang Family punishes Lan Mingyang for the sake of a beggar, it will definitely cause dissatisfaction among other forces.

Hehe.

Zhang Xuanchen, aren't you so capable?

Let's see what you decide this time!