The young man's abrupt invitation caught everyone present off guard, even Mo Nan, standing aside, furrowed his brows.

Clearly, this move was somewhat against the rules.

According to the ancient martial world's agreements among various sects and families, every martial arts tournament is meant to absorb some fresh blood into the scene.

But each family only has one or two invitation spots, whereas the top ten competitors in the martial arts tournament have a privilege, a two-way choice.

This means they can designate a faction themselves to join.

Typically, these factions rarely refuse because those who make it to the top ten every five years are exceptional talents among millions. Each family is eager to have such geniuses; how could they refuse?

Besides the top ten, there are also some unlucky but strong talents who are vied for, which is why families reserve these spots.

Once invited, no other faction can extend an invitation unless declined by the invitee.

But the consequences of refusal...

However, all of this is actually settled after the tournament, with all ancient martial sects and families sending representatives for fair competition.

"Lin Changge, the martial arts tournament isn't over, are you trying to disrupt the rules?"

Mo Nan spoke directly.

If the opponent were elder or had a higher status, Mo Nan might have tolerated it, but Lin Changge was of the same generation, so naturally, he wouldn't let it slide.

Lin Changge turned to glance at Mo Nan.

"Since when does the Sword Sect meddle in others' business? I'm well aware the tournament isn't over, but it doesn't prevent me from recruiting talents early."

"Seems like all families would do the same, I'm just doing it openly, why make a fuss?"

Lin Changge wore a carefree expression before turning his gaze back to Li Feng.

Li Feng looked at the somewhat arrogant and haughty Lin Changge, his expression changed slightly.

"To my knowledge, the top ten of the tournament have the right to choose, and as for which family I will join, I have my own plans. Thank you for your kindness."

Hearing this, Lin Changge curled his lips, looking at Li Feng with a playful disdain.

"Li Feng, should I consider that as a refusal?"

Suddenly, a tense atmosphere filled with hostility permeated the air.

Li Feng raised his eyes to meet Lin Changge's, speaking with unyielding dignity.

"Yes!"

Upon hearing Li Feng's response, Lin Changge burst into wild laughter but quickly restrained his expression, face turning icy.

"Li Feng, you probably don't know who I am, among the three sects and ten great families of the ancient martial world, the Lin Family ranks first. Even the three sects and six gates have to show respect to the Lin Family."

"What the Lin Family wants, it always gets. What the Lin Family sets out to do, it accomplishes."

"Li Feng, did you just refuse me?"

Lin Changge once again asked Li Feng coldly.

Watching Lin Changge's aggressive demeanor, some furrowed their brows and some lowered their heads. Though they were from the ancient martial world, belonging to various factions.

But they were merely outer sect elders in comparison, while Lin Changge was the legitimate son of the foremost Lin Family among the ten great families.

The heir of the next Lin Family head.

Their status was considerably lesser compared to Lin Changge.

Hua Jiufeng took a deep breath of cold air. The others could play ostrich, but he couldn't. Hua Jiufeng immediately spoke up.

"Young Master Lin, why be so aggressive? If word gets out, wouldn't it be laughable?"

"Laughable?"

Lin Changge sneered coldly.

"Who dares to laugh at me, let them stand up."

"Elder Hua, are you trying to laugh at me? You only seem to be a guest elder of the Chen Family, even Chen Yuluo of the Chen Family must show full respect before me, are you sure you want to make an appearance?"

Lin Changge looked at Hua Jiufeng.

"Aren't you trying to act your age?"

Faced with Lin Changge's reproach, Hua Jiufeng's face darkened, but he couldn't say anything. Lin Changge clearly didn't intend to play by the rules.

"Why, are you also planning to reprimand me?"

"Sword Sect's Mo Nan, you're indeed a genius, but you're not qualified yet. Wait until you become an elder of the Kunlun Immortal Palace before chirping in front of me."

Lin Changge directly rebuffed the impending words from Mo Nan, displaying utter arrogance. Li Feng wasn't foolish, he could see Lin Changge's "remarkable" status.

The number one among the ten great families, the legitimate son of the Lin Family.

Clearly, Lin Changge held a significant position in the ancient martial world.

Did he value my association with the elder of Xinglin?

Or did he value my strength?

Li Feng wasn't an inexperienced novice, unfamiliar with the world. If those involved in the national martial arts circle were recruited by Lin Changge, they might be unable to refuse and nod in agreement.

But Lin Changge's alleged power and status.

In Li Feng's eyes, isn't the least bit attractive.

He's a leader in the dark web world, which spans globally, while the ancient martial world is but a small society of cultivators in Yan Country chasing the immortals.

Nothing more than self-entertainment.

To be clear, Li Feng doesn't underestimate the strength of the ancient martial world.

But to say Li Feng would bow down—that's delusional.

Moreover, Lin Changge's demeanor warrants nothing but contempt from Li Feng, arrogant and overbearing. How is joining such a power different from being a servant?

Li Feng's knees won't bend.

"Li Feng, don't be ungrateful. Think of your backgrounds, a live-in son-in-law, a kept man."

"Ha, you can go to such lengths for power and gold. Surely you wouldn't pretend to be righteous before me."

As Lin Changge spoke, he raised his hand to slap Li Feng's face.

"Don't refuse the face offered."

"I hate being refused, think of the consequence."

Suddenly, Li Feng reached out and caught Lin Changge's hand swinging toward his face. Lin Changge's expression turned extremely cold.

His eyes icily locked onto Li Feng.

Li Feng met Lin Changge's gaze.

"Ha, it's really arranging a scene for yourself, am I unclear, or isn't my refusal resolute enough?"

"The Ancient Martial Lin Family, is it very incredible?"

Li Feng looked at Lin Changge, speaking each word clearly.

Lin Changge's pupils contracted, never expecting Li Feng would dare speak to him so arrogantly. Lin Changge is someone who walks sideways in the ancient martial world.

With three thousand sword masters, the Divine Sword Lin Family, it's a significant power in the ancient martial world. Even among the top three sects, only the Kunlun Immortal Palace can surpass the Lin Family.

As for the other two sects, six gates, and nine families, they aren't even considered by the Lin Family. Moreover, the nine great families are led by the Lin Family.

The three sects and six gates are one camp, and the ten great families another.

The Lin Family's status is like that of a martial arts alliance leader, so challenging Hua Jiufeng posed no pressure since the Chen Family, Hua Jiufeng's loyalty, is still a vassal of the Lin Family.

Lin Changge looked at Li Feng: "Do you dare say it again."

"Your Lin Family, is it really great?"

"No matter how great, what does it have to do with me?"

"You say you don't like being refused. Coincidentally, I hate being threatened, and those who threaten me usually face the same consequence."

A cold smile appeared on Li Feng's indifferent face as he looked at Lin Changge.

If you find any errors ( broken links, non-standard content, etc.. ), Please let us know < report chapter > so we can fix it as soon as possible.