Old Rhino

"Sect Master, this is the Defense Clan!"

Qian Ye took a look and, as expected, the Defense Clan was good at infrastructure; their mansion was much more impressive and newer than the Speed Clan's.

Moreover, the Defense Clan are born to build; they are tall, strong, and renowned for their architectural skills.

Therefore, they are very wealthy and live a good life, dozens of times better than the Speed Clan.

However, it's also physically demanding work, and not easy.

"Sect Master, shall we go in?" Bai He asked Qian Ye tentatively.

Qian Ye nodded and headed towards the door, followed by Bai Chenxiang and the other hundred disciples.

As soon as they arrived at the entrance, they were spotted by the two guards.

"Clan Leader Bai, what brings you here?" Guard Niu Ma recognized Bai He, so he didn't need to introduce himself.

The Bai He naturally recognized Niu Ma: "Oh, is your Niu clan chief at home?"

"Yes, I'll inform you right away." Niu Ma immediately turned around and walked inside.

Bai He smiled at Qian Ye, "It's good that you're here. Although this Old Rhino is a bit domineering, he's honest, generous, and magnanimous, which is why I like him."

"He just likes to use his clever tricks, and that's what makes him so disliked!"

Qian Ye shook his head. "No one is perfect, everyone makes mistakes. As long as you know your mistakes and can correct them, that's good; otherwise, there's no hope."

"Human nature is simple in some ways, and complex in others. What's truly frightening is a fickle personality that might stab you in the back at any moment."

"One slip and they'll turn on you, stabbing you in the back without warning."

Bai He nodded. "I understand completely, I understand completely. Their tempers are unpredictable; serving them is like walking on thin ice. They're only good for playing around, not for close friendship."

Thump~

Just then, the gates of the Defense Clan were opened again, and a dozen or so people came out.

The leader was a man dressed in black and gray leather armor, leather trousers, and leather boots, with a face as red as a date, short, white hair as sharp as steel needles, and a ruddy complexion.

He was an elderly man with large, bright eyes like copper gongs, a tall stature, a solid chest, and extremely broad shoulders.

Qian Ye realized that this person was undoubtedly Niu Gao.

"Old White Bird, what wind blew you here?" Niu Gao greeted the Bai He with a hearty laugh as soon as he saw it.

However, it was clear that this person was cheerful and generous, and did not seem unhappy about the Old White Bird's sudden visit.

They didn't neglect him, give him a hard time, or treat him badly just because Old White Bird was now living in poverty.

Bai He smiled slightly. With Qian Ye's support and Qian Ye's 100,000 yuan in his pocket, and being level ninety-nine Limit Douluo, he stood taller and more confident. "It's a long story... a long story indeed."

Haha~

Niu Gao laughed heartily, glancing at Qian Ye, Bai Chenxiang, and the other hundred members of the Speed Clan: "Please come in, please come in. «-(¯`v´¯)-« »-(¯`v´¯)-»"

Bai He turned back and nodded to Qian Ye before following Niu Gao and the others inside.

Then, Niu Gao led the group into the living room and instructed them to prepare a dinner to entertain everyone.

Only Niu Ben stayed behind to greet the guests with Niu Gao.

Qian Ye sat down next to Bai He, and Bai Chenxiang sat to his right, while the other hundred disciples sat on the left and right.

Soon, a group of equally robust women brought wine and meat, setting up a table full of them.

Every now and then, more come on.

Under the hospitality of Niu Gao and his son, everyone ate and drank heartily.

Halfway through the meal, Niu Gao's gaze suddenly swept towards Qian Ye, who was sitting between Bai He and Bai Chenxiang.

He observed this person repeatedly and confirmed that he had never seen him before.

Moreover, the person who can sit next to Bai He and above Bai Chenxiang must be of extraordinary status; ordinary disciples simply do not receive this treatment.

Especially in large families, rules are the most important.

Whether in life, in work, or even when eating, strength and status determine the order of priority.

This determined which seat each person would sit in.

Sitting anywhere and taking up seats haphazardly can lead to criticism, punishment, ridicule, and mockery.

Even if you don't understand these things yourself, others will still give you a hard time, gossip about you behind your back, or expose your ignorance to your face, making you lose face.

Therefore, when he saw Qian Ye sitting in that special position, he knew that not only was Chiba's identity extraordinary, but the respect that the Bai He grandfather and grandson showed him was also extraordinary.

That guy is really handsome, could he be Xiangxiang's new boyfriend?

"Old White Bird, this young man next to you looks unfamiliar. I've never seen him before. Do you know who he is?" Niu Gao finally couldn't help but ask.

Okay, let's finally get to the point.

Bai He put down his chopsticks, looked at Qian Ye, and introduced him with a slight smile, "Old Rhino, to be honest, this is Qian Ye, the sect leader of our Qian Sect, and also a benefactor of my Bai He and the entire Speed Clan."

Qian Sect?

Qian Ye?

metropolitan?

Old White Bird, a noble member of the Speed Clan?

Niu Gao looked completely bewildered. "Old White Bird... what do you mean? Since when did you abandon the Speed Clan and join someone else?"

"Didn't we, the Four Single-Attribute Clans, already swear an oath never to join any sect again? How can your Speed Clan break your promise so quickly?"

By this point, Niu Gao's face had turned a deep shade of liver with rage. He picked up the wine jar and smashed it on the ground with a loud "bang," shattering it into pieces.

"Old White Bird, if that's really the case, then let's never see each other again. Just pretend I, Old Rhino, never had a friend like you. You can leave now."

Sigh~

Seeing that Niu Gao was so angry with him, Bai He sighed, then smiled at Qian Ye and whispered in his ear, "Sect Master, that Old Rhino is just that arrogant. Don't take it to heart."

"The reason he's so sensitive about this matter is because of the blow and hurt we suffered when the Clear Sky Sect abandoned us more than a decade ago."

Qian Ye nodded. "Yes, Old Bai, I understand. You don't need to explain. Just watch me."

Bai He smiled and said, "Then I'll have to trouble you, Sect Master."

Seeing that Niu Gao was so unfriendly and disliked Qian Ye, Bai Chenxiang's impression of him also became unfriendly.

However, with Grandpa and Qian Ye there, he didn't get too impulsive and argue with the Old Rhino.

At the same time, he had confidence in Qian Ye and his grandfather, believing that with Chiba's involvement, the matter would not be difficult to resolve.

As expected, Bai He did not respond to Niu Gao's words again, lest he provoke him into acting impulsively.

His abilities are evident to all, so naturally they are very confident that he can defeat Niu Gao.

Qian Ye then turned his gaze to Niu Gao, looking at him, just looking at him.

Niu Gao, too, stared at Qian Ye with burning anger, his gaze unwavering, unwilling to admit defeat.

"Hello, my name is Qian Ye." Qian Ye introduced herself calmly.

Without blushing or a racing heart, she remained completely calm.

On the other hand, Niu Gao, lacking his cultivation level, was furious. "Boy, I don't care if you're the sect leader of the Qian Sect, a rat crossing the street, or trash, we, the Defense Clan, don't welcome you."

"If you don't get out of here, I'm going to grab a broom and chase you away!"

Hmph~

Niu Gao completely shut out Qian Ye and the others.

I don't even want to hear them say another word.