Huo Long was alarmed upon hearing this.
He looked at the young man in flowing white robes with a refined smile, and for some reason, a chill ran through him.
Will he still challenge Ye Xuan?
Is he really Ye Xuan's match?
If he hadn't fought Han Bingning, he might still have had the courage to fight, but now, he doesn't.
But with everyone watching, and Ye Xuan asking him that question, could he really refuse?
If he refused, Huo Long's reputation would be ruined.
Ye Xuan wasn't in a hurry. He just looked at Huo Long with a smile on his face, like a refined scholar.
In reality, however, he was filled with anger.
Han Bingning was injured again.
Although Han Bingning's injury was arguably her own fault, as she had recklessly challenged Huo Long despite her own abilities.
But Ye Xuan didn't care about all that.
All he could think about now was Huo Long accepting his challenge so he could vent his anger.
" Ye Xuan, you're supposed to be the number one ranked expert on the Saint Ranking, yet you challenge Huo Long like this. Don't you think you're taking advantage of someone in distress?"
" Huo Long is ranked fifteenth on the Saint Ranking, which is already inferior to yours. He also suffered serious injuries in his previous battle with Fairy Han. Is this a fair fight?"
"Is this all you can do? Bullying others is the only thing you can do. If you want a challenge, this Saint will play with you. What do you say?"
Just as Ye Xuan was waiting for an answer, Huo Long was also in a dilemma.
A voice suddenly rang out in the air, and below, a man dressed in a blue robe appeared in front of Ye Xuan.
This person didn't look very old, and he held a folding fan, appearing quite elegant.
However, his aura was very strong, and the aura of the Peak Saint Realm was even slightly stronger than that of Huo Long at his peak.
"Who is this person? He has incredible audacity to challenge Ye Xuan!"
"You don't even recognize him? He's Lei Xiao, the top prodigy of the Lei Sect, a top Thunder Sect in the Thunder Sea Immortal Domain Realm, Lei Xiao."
"What? Could it be Lei Xiao, who defeated eight Saint Ranking Tianjiao in just one day and directly climbed to ninth place on the Divine Ranking?"
"Of course, it's him! I really didn't expect him to show up."
Upon seeing the suddenly appearing young man, there was a brief silence, which was then followed by a great uproar.
Lei Xiao is a newly emerged ruthless individual. His lightning techniques are incredibly powerful, and in just one day, he decisively defeated eight top talents Tianjiao the Saint Ranking.
This demonstrates his immense power and extraordinary talent.
"Thank you for speaking up for justice, Brother Lei."
Huo Long was startled to see Lei Xiao appear and quickly sent a telepathic message to express his gratitude.
At the same time, he silently retracted the golden staff.
After all, holding it up like that isn't a good idea.
He's too afraid to actually hit her, so what's the point of holding that up? Like a clown? Doesn't he feel ashamed?
Lei Xiao nodded slightly to Huo Long, then his gaze fell on Ye Xuan again.
" Ye Xuan from the Eastern Wasteland, I know you. You came from the Lower Realm, sweeping all before you, slaying countless monstrous Tianjiao, and becoming the number one expert on the Saint Ranking."
"It is said that you are not only skilled in swordsmanship, fist fighting, and finger techniques, but also proficient in lightning techniques, making you invincible among those of the same realm."
"Not long ago, you decisively defeated the former number one on the Saint Ranking, Mo Gaishi, and your prestige soared to its peak."
"Now I, Lei Xiao, challenge you. How about it? Do you dare to accept the challenge?"
Lei Xiao's voice wasn't loud, but it resonated in all directions, clearly reaching the ears of everyone present.
Throughout, he wore a smile, radiating immense confidence.
Even when facing Ye Xuan, she seemed to feel no pressure whatsoever.
Han Bingning looked at Lei Xiao, her delicate face becoming serious, and quickly transmitted her voice to Ye Xuan.
"I know this person. He is the peerless Tianjiao of the Thunder Sect, a top Thunder Sect in the Thunder Sea Immortal Domain Realm. He is exceptionally talented and has unparalleled combat power."
"Whether in the Thunder Sea Immortal Domain or the Heavenly Void Divine Island, he has never been defeated in battles against opponents of the same realm. It is said that he even once killed a Half-Emperor level expert, which is most likely true."
Han Bingning's expression was very solemn.
She had one more thing to say: a powerful figure from the Thunder Sect had descended upon the Sacred Frost Palace, intending to propose marriage for Lei Xiao, and the person they were proposing to was none other than Han Bingning.
However, he was rejected.
Of course, there was no need to tell Ye Xuan about this.
Ye Xuan didn't pay much attention, his gaze also falling on Lei Xiao, his smile unchanged, and he said, "You want to challenge me?"
Lei Xiao nodded. "That's right. What, are you afraid to accept the challenge?"
Ye Xuan laughed, "There's no need to resort to such a low-level provocation. I just want to ask one question: what's your current ranking?"
Lei Xiao frowned, but quickly replied, "Ninth."
To be honest, this ranking is already quite high.
Ye Xuan nodded upon hearing this. "Ninth? To be honest, that's already a pretty good ranking. But if I may be frank, your ranking is still not good enough."
"However, since you've issued the challenge, it wouldn't be right for me not to give you a chance. How about this: you give me ten thousand Low-Grade Immortal Crystal, and I'll accept your challenge?"
These words immediately caused a huge uproar.
Holy crap.
What did Ye Xuan say?
Challenging him requires paying Low-Grade Immortal Crystal? And he's asking for ten thousand right off the bat?
This is ridiculous, isn't it?
Lei Xiao couldn't help but frown. "Why should I give you ten thousand Immortal Crystal? Are you afraid to accept my challenge?"
He was somewhat annoyed and felt humiliated.
Ye Xuan, however, didn't care at all. "Why? Because you want to challenge me? Is that enough? Because I'm number one on the Saint Ranking, is that enough?"
His smile was radiant. "So many people want to challenge me. Am I supposed to accept every challenge from any Tom, Dick, or Harry? Would I even be able to cultivate then? So, naturally, I have to charge a fee."
Cats and dogs?
Lei Xiao's expression was rather unpleasant.
This guy is humiliating him!
The surrounding cultivators also quieted down.
Ye Xuan of Ye Xuan Eastern Wasteland Eastern Wasteland lives up to his name; he dares to say anything.
Ye Xuan, however, remained unconcerned, still smiling as he looked at Lei Xiao.
Are you kidding me? Do you think you're someone who can be challenged at will?
He had asked Huo Long earlier because he wanted to avenge Han Bingning.
But now, what is Lei Xiao anyway?