Chapter 60 of 100

Chapter 60: Apology

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Amidst the attention of the crowd, Ye Wen walked onto the stage accompanied by Chai Biyue.

Although Chai Biyue was a tall and beautiful woman, when compared to Ye Wen, she instantly became a mere foil.

"Come, come, come, let me introduce to you all, the genius of Yunzhou, Ye Wen. She has a super-grade Ice Condensation Phoenix Root and an Ice Condensation Dao Body, making her a genius among geniuses, a top-tier genius!" Han Feixing stood up, proudly introducing Ye Wen to everyone. As the city lord of Yunzhou, he had every right to be proud. This genius was enough to shock everyone present, even Tang Yuanhao glanced at her and nodded, indicating his satisfaction with Ye Wen's potential.

Although Chai Jin did not say anything, he was secretly smirking. He thought to himself, "Although Ye Wen is a genius of Yunzhou, I, the heir of the Chai family, will eventually win her over. When that happens, this Ice Condensation Phoenix will fly into the Chai family!"

Only Ling Yunxiao was the most frustrated. He had called three people to the stage: the young prince from the Tang family, Qin Ruhai with a first-grade Immortal Root, and Ding Hao, who he thought would bring him great glory. However, this kid, Ding Hao, had not made any progress in cultivation.

He felt that the three people he had brought together were not as good as Ye Wen alone.

"It seems that co-hosting the autumn hunt with Yunzhou was a wrong decision," Ling Yunxiao thought to himself, sitting in the farthest chair, silent and with a sour expression.

Han Feixing, who had been in open and covert conflict with Ling Yunxiao for many years, now led Ye Wen over and said, "Ye Wen, meet the city lord of Wuzhou, Lord Ling."

Ye Wen bowed in greeting, and Han Feixing continued, "Old Ling, take a look at this genius from Yunzhou. How does she compare to your Wuzhou geniuses? Don't be so serious, say something."

Ling Yunxiao thought to himself, "Ye Wen is so outstanding, what can I say?" He coldly replied, "The autumn hunt hasn't started yet, why are you in such a hurry?"

Han Feixing laughed, "Alright, then I'll wait until the end to win your four counties!"

The crowd below was stunned. They now realized that the prize for this autumn hunt was the four counties that had been in dispute between the two states! If the Wuzhou disciples won first place, the four counties would belong to Wuzhou; if Yunzhou won, the four counties would be incorporated into Yunzhou's territory!

"I didn't expect such a high-stakes bet," Ding Hao thought, feeling a bit shocked.

However, he also thought, "If the prize for the autumn hunt is this big, the rewards for the top three must be quite substantial, right?"

At this moment, Ye Wen had greeted the four main guests and was walking back with Han Feixing. Chai Shizi hurriedly came forward, his star-like eyes smiling, and said, "Little Wen, I heard that your Ice Condensation Dao Body erupted half a month ago, and the situation was very critical. Now that I see you are safe and sound, I am greatly relieved."

Ye Wen politely nodded and said, "Thank you, Prince Chai, for your concern."

Chai Biyue quickly chimed in, "Sister Wen, my brother was so worried when he heard the news, he wanted to rush over to see you immediately! But he was in Wuzhou at the time and couldn't make it."

Chai Shizi said with deep regret, "I was indeed very busy in Wuzhou at the time..."

Ding Hao and the others could hear their conversation clearly. Thinking of how Chai Shizi was leisurely shopping in the Shang family's store when he returned from the northern border, Ding Hao couldn't help but chuckle, letting out a small snort.

Although the sound was small, Chai Shizi heard it.

Chai Shizi, who was already lying, became furious upon hearing Ding Hao's snort. He immediately burst out, pointing at Ding Hao, "What do you mean? Why are you making impolite sounds while others are speaking? A mere Seventh Stage Xiantian, what right do you have to stand on the stage? I ask you, do you have any shame?"

Chai Biyue also noticed Ding Hao and immediately jumped in, "It's you, the fraud! I didn't expect you to be here. Last time, we didn't break your arms and legs, and now where will you run?"

The disciples from the two states, who were eager for a spectacle, were immediately energized when they saw the conflict on stage.

"Beat him! A Seventh Stage Xiantian dares to stand on the stage, I've been looking at him unfavorably for a long time!"

"Hmph, the Chai Shizi siblings are true geniuses. Compared to them, Ding Hao is just a commoner! To dare challenge them, he should be disqualified from the autumn hunt!"

Since the opening ceremony was still a while away, the four main guests remained silent, allowing the younger generation to play around.

Facing the accusations from the Chai siblings, Ding Hao remained calm and said, "Prince Chai, how did I make an impolite sound? With so many people here, how do you know I was targeting you? Isn't it because you are guilty?"

Chai Shizi's face turned red, and he shouted, "Nonsense, how am I guilty? Where did I lie?"

Ding Hao replied, "How do I know where you lied? Are you not using your brain? Do you need to ask me about such things?"

The crowd below began to curse, "Ding Hao is indeed sharp-tongued."

Shang Hai, a contestant from Wuzhou, couldn't hold back and countered, "Lord Ding Hao is speaking the truth, where is he being sharp-tongued? Prince Chai is always idle, can't he speak the truth?"

However, his voice was ignored in the crowd, and someone coldly said, "Sharp-tongued people usually get beaten. A mere Seventh Stage Xiantian, arrogant and ignorant, what is he?"

Seeing the intense conflict, Ling Yunxiao, worried about Ding Hao getting into trouble, quickly called out, "Ding Hao, stop making noise, come over here."

"遵命。" Ding Hao walked over.

As Ding Hao moved away, the Chai siblings also coldly snorted and did not pursue him further, muttering, "Wait until the hunt starts, you'll see!"

However, at this moment, Ye Wen heard Ling Yunxiao call Ding Hao and her beautiful eyes lit up. Thinking about Chai Biyue's attitude towards this person, she immediately understood.

The crowd below, not knowing what had happened, thought the show was over when they saw Ding Hao being called to Ling Yunxiao's side. But then they saw Ye Wen leave the Chai siblings and walk towards Ding Hao.

"Look, the genius beauty is walking over!"

Shocked, someone speculated, "Rumor has it that Ye Wen and Prince Chai are close. Could she be trying to help Prince Chai vent his anger?"

"The genius beauty is indeed bold and passionate. Ding Hao is so weak and arrogant, slapping him would be just right!"

Seeing Ye Wen walk towards Ding Hao, Chai Shizi was also stunned, not understanding why she was approaching.

Ye Wen walked over and smiled slightly, saying, "I am Ye Wen from Yunzhou. May I ask for your name, sir?"

Ye Wen had not smiled since she came on stage, and this gentle smile made many young men's eyes widen. Ding Hao bowed and said, "Indeed, Miss Ye Wen is incomparably beautiful. I am Ding Hao from Wuzhou, the Hao of '浩浩荡荡浩然正气' (vast and righteous)."

Thinking of the little maid who remembered "浩浩荡荡浩然正气," Ye Wen smiled again, confirming that this was the person who had saved her. She then said, "In the Spirit Plant Area last time, I thank you, Lord Ding Hao, for your righteous actions in saving my life. I am deeply grateful."

Ding Hao replied, "Miss, you are too kind. A beauty like you, loved by all, helping you is just a small favor. I should thank you for giving me the opportunity to assist."

Ye Wen was surprised by this young man's wit and covered her mouth with a smile again.

The contestants below were all stunned, thinking, "What's going on? The wind has changed. Someone who was with Prince Chai is now chatting with Ding Hao. What's happening?"

The crowd fell silent. Those who had hoped to see the genius beauty slap the Wuzhou waste were now jaw-dropped, muttering, "How is this possible? The genius beauty smiled at the Wuzhou waste, and even smiled three times."

Even Chai Shizi and Han Feixing were stunned.

Ling Yunxiao's mood improved, and he said, "I really didn't expect that the genius of Yunzhou would need the genius of Wuzhou to save her life. Well done! Ding Hao, what's the story here? Why didn't you tell me?"

Ding Hao bowed and said with righteous indignation, "A man must face challenges when he encounters them. It was a small matter, not worth mentioning. I always prefer to do good deeds without seeking recognition."

Ling Yunxiao praised, "Well said! Doing good deeds without seeking recognition, truly a genius of Wuzhou! Public-spirited and righteous, this is the true behavior of a genius!"

Ye Wen also said, "Lord Ding Hao, although you do good deeds without seeking recognition, you saved my life, and I have no way to repay you..."

Ding Hao thought, "If you offered yourself, that would be nice." Of course, he couldn't say that out loud, so he said, "It was a small favor, no need to worry. However, when I saved you, your female companion attacked me without understanding the situation and later wanted to cut off my hands and feet, which was truly excessive!"

Ling Yunxiao immediately slapped the armrest of his chair and shouted, "There are actually such people, utterly despicable!"

Ye Wen, embarrassed, said, "Biyue didn't understand the situation, I apologize to you."

At this point, Chai Jin, the head of the Chai family, could no longer remain silent and shouted, "Biyue, come here! What happened?"

Chai Biyue, pale-faced, walked over and said, "When I entered the room, I saw her holding Sister Wen's hand, so I wanted to cut off his hand."

Ding Hao said, "Miss Ye, I held your hand to save you and neutralize the Ice Condensation Cold Qi. Do you think holding your hand warrants having my hand cut off?"

Although he was questioning Ye Wen, everyone knew he was actually questioning the head of the Chai family.

Ye Wen's face, like white jade, flushed red, and she said, "I will have her apologize to you."

Chai Jin, unable to stand it, also shouted, "Biyue, apologize to Ding Hao!"

"Dad!"

"Apologize!" Chai Jin roared, standing up.

The Chai family had been developing well, and Chai Jin was known for his good relations with both Wuzhou and Yunzhou, earning a reputation for public-spiritedness. If the news of his daughter wanting to cut off the hand of her savior spread, it would be very damaging to his reputation.

Seeing his father's anger, Chai Biyue had no choice but to bow and say, "Lord Ding Hao, there was a misunderstanding, and my actions were inappropriate. I apologize to you..."

Ding Hao, digging his ear, said, "Just inappropriate?"

Chai Biyue, furious but unable to defy her father, said, "Not only inappropriate, but also bullying the weak."

Ding Hao said, "You didn't just act inappropriately or bully the weak; you were ungrateful, arrogant, cruel, and inhumane!"

His words embarrassed the Chai family, and Chai Shizi couldn't help but step forward and shout, "Ding Hao! Don't be too excessive!"

Ding Hao said, "Your sister was even more excessive. I saved Miss Ye by touching her hand, and she wanted to cut off my hands. If I weren't capable, I would already be a handless cripple! She even said she was being merciful, and if her brother were here, I wouldn't even have my life! Sigh, I wonder what kind of cruel beast her brother is!" He then asked, "Is your brother here today?"

The Chai siblings were so angry they wanted to kill him, but with so many people around, they couldn't act.

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