On this day, Extreme Fist Sect was crowded with people.

The makeshift long canopy stretched over a mile.

On the wooden tables inside, there were rice porridge, meat porridge, steamed buns, and pancakes, with occasional additions of big dishes like chicken and ribs.

People lined up for ten miles, eagerly trying to rush in for the prepared meals.

Nowadays, the price of rice is rising steadily, and large households are using it sparingly. There aren't many who are as generous as Extreme Fist Sect.

However, Extreme Fist Sect only achieved this after annexing Heavy Sword Sect, and they intend to promote their sect's prestige, hence this grand gesture.

Inside, various large round tables covered with red cloths were laden with delicacies: braised pork, sweet and sour fish, Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, lion's head meatballs, garlic vermicelli shrimp...

At the entrance, Lou Yi and Elder Zhang, dressed in brand new red robes, stood there welcoming the arriving guests.

"Congratulations, Sect Leader Liu!"

"The presence of Patriarch Huang graces and brightens our humble abode!"

"Sect Leader Liu, as a hero among youth, your fame has spread throughout Wangjiang!"

"Landlord Liu, you are too kind. I hardly deserve such praise!"

Only the voice of the doorman announcing the guests could be heard constantly:

"The Huang Family congratulates Sect Leader Liu on his appointment, presenting gifts including: a thousand taels of silver, eight pairs of top-grade jade locks, a hundred pieces of top-grade silk..."

"Landlord Liu and family congratulate Sect Leader Liu on his appointment, presenting gifts including: five hundred taels of silver, two hundred pounds of top-grade Spirit Monster Meat..."

"The Yuan Family congratulates Sect Leader Liu on his appointment, presenting gifts including: a thousand taels of silver..."

Outside Extreme Fist Sect, onlookers listened to the list of congratulatory gifts, each displaying a rustic expression.

"If becoming Vice Sect Leader brings such lavish gifts, wouldn't we get rich by appointing two more Vice Sect Leaders and holding such events every time?"

"You fool, do you think every Vice Sect Leader has the same innate talent as Liu Yi?"

"Indeed, if Liu Sect Leader weren't so breathtaking, defeating a Martial Artist before even coming of age like a mythical figure from stories, would so many major forces come to support him?"

As everyone discussed, the doorman continued announcing:

"The Zhan Family Master and son congratulate Sect Leader Liu on his appointment, presenting gifts including: ten thousand taels of silver, eight hundred pieces of top-grade silk..."

"Hiss..."

Upon hearing about the gifts from the Zhan Family, everyone gasped.

Ten thousand taels of silver as a gift, even during the City Lord's fiftieth birthday celebration, such grandiosity was unseen.

"Nephew Liu, congratulations on your appointment as Sect Leader. May your sect and my Zhan Family form an eternal alliance!" Patriarch Zhan, accompanied by Zhan Weicong, came to congratulate Lou Yi.

"Thank you, Uncle, for the generous gift. I am sincerely grateful."

Lou Yi understood that the other party was thanking him for his assistance last time, plus his unusual relationship with Zhan Weida, hence the generous gift.

"The Shi Family Pawnshop congratulates Sect Leader Liu on his appointment, presenting gifts including: a thousand taels of silver..."

Soon, Old Man Shi arrived with Shi Caifeng to offer their congratulations.

Shi Caifeng wore an unprecedented bright red long dress.

Her facial features were painted with rouge, her lips red like fire, matched with her tall figure, truly stunning Lou Yi.

Next to her, Old Man Shi looked at Lou Yi with increasing satisfaction, making Lou Yi's heart uneasy.

Was Old Man Shi still thinking of catching him to be his son-in-law?

However, Lou Yi's strength had transformed now; Old Man Shi might not be able to subdue him.

"The Su Family congratulates Sect Leader Liu…"

Upon seeing the Su Family's arrival, Elder Zhang and Lou Yi went up to greet them.

As one of Tai City's first-class forces, the Su Family rarely interacted with Extreme Fist Sect. Their visit was genuinely unexpected.

"Master Su, long time no see!"

"Old Zhang, your sect is basking in glory this time… That must be Young Friend Liu; truly a young genius, seeing is believing!"

"Master Su, you're too kind. Please come inside!"

Lou Yi spoke polite words, but his eyes were fixated on a woman behind Master Su.

She wore a light yellow long dress, with a white silk belt cinching her waist, making it appear as if her slender waist could be held with a single hand.

Her skin was like snow, her nose akin to jade, eyes as autumn streams, irresistibly captivating anyone who looked at her.

If not Tian Su, then who?

Seeing Lou Yi's fiery, bold gaze, Tian Su's face flushed slightly, giving him a reproachful look.

Without speaking, she followed her elder, Master Su, into the mansion.

The guests were nearly all present, and the official ceremony in the mansion began.

With the tolling of three grand bells.

On the main stage, the old Sect Leader, Wei Youdao, wore a formal moon-colored robe, his expression solemn.

Then, before all the guests, he brought out a rosewood box, slowly opening it, revealing a pair of silver metal bracers.

"Our sect's founding master, Zhang Yu, wielded his iron fists across the martial world without meeting a match.

Among his most important weapons in life, one is the Unrivaled Boxing Gloves held by the old man, the other is the Bright Moon Bracelet forged of Profound Iron and cold silver.

Today, I bestow this pair of bracers to disciple Liu Yi, appointing you as Vice Sect Leader. I hope you prioritize chivalry, protect the sect, and live up to the hope of the founding master."

"As a disciple, I will forever remember these words." Lou Yi bowed in respect, accepting the bracers and putting them on.

"Bravo!"

"Congratulations!"

"Let's all toast the new Sect Leader!"

Suddenly, cheers erupted, and sect members and guests stood up, raising their cups in celebration.

At that moment, a loud voice echoed at the doorway:

"City Lord Li congratulates Sect Leader Liu on his appointment, presenting gifts including: a thousand taels of silver, eight pairs of top-grade porcelain, two sets of scholar's four treasures…"

Followed by a hearty laughter: "I'm not late, am I?"

The newcomer was a middle-aged man with a square face, thick eyebrows, and a warm smile on his face.

Although he wore casual gray attire, everyone present recognized him as being highly regarded by the City Lord, none other than Captain Wang.

"Captain Wang, please have a seat!"

"The City Lord is busy with official duties and couldn't leave, so he sent me to congratulate you on his behalf." Captain Wang looked at Lou Yi, "You must be young brother Liu; truly a man of talent."

"Captain Wang, you flatter me." Lou Yi dared not presume and went forward to toast.

Though his strength was average, he represented the City Lord's Mansion, the court.

And others witnessing the City Lord's Mansion sending someone were also astonished.

Though the gifts weren't abundant, it undoubtedly demonstrated an attitude, the City Lord valued the new Sect Leader of Extreme Fist Sect.

"The Fulin Escort Agency congratulates Sect Leader Liu on his appointment, presenting gifts including: four thousand taels of silver, a pair of top-grade jade lions…"

Immediately following, Fulin Escort Agency sent their escort leader, Cai, over to congratulate.

The scale was substantial, second only to the Zhan Family.

'When did our sect become so close with the Fulin Escort Agency?'

The members of Extreme Fist Sect found it a little strange but didn't think much of it.

The scene of dining and toasting gradually heated up.

"Sect Leader Liu, young and promising, is there a marriage in view?" Wearing a green silk robe, Landlord Liu, with a plump appearance, his face flushed red, asked while burping with the smell of alcohol.

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