In truth, given Liu Chen's status and position, Wu Tian would absolutely not let him off for causing such a scene at the Tian Yuan Sect.
However, he knew very well that if Wu Tian could defeat all the elders single-handedly, his strength was not to be underestimated.
Even he was not confident he could subdue Wu Tian.
A master of this caliber should never be offended; it was best to avoid crossing paths with him to prevent future trouble.
Seeing that Liu Chen had spoken, Wu Tian did not press the matter further.
After all, no matter how one looked at it, this was still the territory of the Tian Yuan Sect.
Therefore, he waved his hand and said, "Since the Grand Elder has said so, this matter can be dropped."
"I have come here to see your Sect Master. Please lead the way."
"What?" Wu Tian's words stunned Liu Chen.
He asked doubtfully, "Sir, who exactly are you, and why do you wish to meet our Sect Master?"
"Generally speaking, the Sect Masters of the Eight Great Divine Sects can only be met by their peers at any time."
"Even if you are exceptionally skilled, you cannot break the rules and expect to be granted an audience whenever you please, can you?"
Wu Tian smiled and said, "I understand the rules, and I am acting according to them."
He summoned the Medicine God Ruler and continued, "I am the Sect Master of the Lei Xuan Sect and the Divine Physician Sect. I have the Lei Shen Scepter and the Medicine God Ruler as proof. Is that sufficient?"
"Ah?!" Wu Tian's words were astonishing, causing everyone present to jump in surprise.
Liu Chen regained his composure and said cautiously, "You claim to be the Sect Master of the Lei Xuan Sect and the Divine Physician Sect? Sir, you cannot joke about such matters!"
Ying Tianxu, after scrutinizing Wu Tian for a few moments, said with a look of uncertainty, "Wait, your name... could it be Wu Tian?"
Seeing that Ying Tianxu had spoken his name, Wu Tian knew that Ying Tianxu was aware of his affairs.
Thus, he did not conceal anything and frankly nodded, "That's right, I am Wu Tian."
Ying Tianxu's eyes widened as if he had heard something unbelievable, and his expression became one of utter shock.
He quickly stepped forward to Wu Tian, bowed, and clasped his hands, "So it is Lord Zhu Mo. We have failed to welcome you properly. We beg your forgiveness!"
Witnessing this scene, the minds of everyone present went blank, as if the entire world had frozen.
Ying Tianxu was the Vice Sect Master of the Tian Yuan Sect, second only to the Sect Master in status.
Even across the entire world, he was a renowned figure.
Yet, how could such a person suddenly be so courteous to Wu Tian today?
Liu Chen, after a moment of stunned silence, felt as if his mind had been pricked by a needle. The sharp pain made his body tremble uncontrollably.
His expression also turned reverent. He quickly stood beside Ying Tianxu and said in a hushed tone, "Sir... are you truly Wu Tian?"
Wu Tian smiled and said, "What, you still don't believe me? Do you need me to produce the Demon Slaying Token for confirmation?"
Liu Chen and Ying Tianxu were both startled and quickly shook their heads, "No, no, no need."
In front of Wu Tian, their attitude was one of utmost humility.
After all, given their status, they were aware of the news from the Demon Slaying Palace and understood what kind of existence Wu Tian was.
Such a person practically represented the entire Demon Slaying Palace. Today, let alone them, even the entire Tian Yuan Sect could not afford to oppose Wu Tian.
This drastic turn of events caught Lin Changxiao off guard, causing his ears to ring.
He found it difficult to comprehend this shift.
Who was this person who had intruded upon the Tian Yuan Sect, and why was he always able to turn the situation around?
He felt that something must have been mistaken and said to Liu Chen and Ying Tianxu, "Grand Elder, Vice Sect Master, is this matter not open for discussion?"
"If we are to believe him simply based on his words, isn't that too hasty?"
Since learning of Wu Tian's identity, Liu Chen and Ying Tianxu regarded Wu Tian as a treasure, someone to be cherished and served with utmost care. How could they dare to offend him?
Seeing Lin Changxiao's impudence and his questioning, a surge of anger immediately rose in their chests.
Liu Chen glared at Lin Changxiao and said, "Elder Lin, what do you mean by those words? Are you implying that we are both blind and unable to distinguish right from wrong?"
Lin Changxiao was startled and quickly shook his head, "No, no, how could I dare to have such thoughts?"
"It's just that I believe we should proceed with caution. If this fellow is a villain, wouldn't that be a disaster for the Tian Yuan Sect?"
"Presumptuous!" Ying Tianxu suddenly roared, startling Lin Changxiao so much that he almost fell to the ground.
He continued in a booming voice, "Sect Master Wu not only governs the Lei Xuan Sect and the Divine Physician Sect but is also the Zhu Mo King of the Demon Slaying Palace!"
"He is someone who has slain a Demon Emperor, how can someone like you presume to judge him?"
"Ah?!" Lin Changxiao was stunned, his blood seeming to freeze, and his heart felt as if it would stop beating.
He looked at Wu Tian in disbelief, unable to comprehend that Wu Tian possessed such a noble status.
But since Liu Chen and Ying Tianxu had said so, he had no choice but to believe it.
The thought of the major conflict he had just had with Wu Tian sent a chill from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head.
It was fortunate that Wu Tian was so capable and had defeated all the elders.
If Wu Tian had met with any misfortune, and the Lei Xuan Sect, the Divine Physician Sect, and the Demon Slaying Palace had all come seeking retribution, he would not have been able to bear the consequences.
He knew he had made a grave mistake, and his face turned deathly pale.
His body felt as if it were filled with lead, and he seemed to have turned into a stone statue, completely losing his senses.
After a long while, he shivered and hastily dragged his heavy legs, walking step by step towards Wu Tian. He bared his teeth, revealing a smile more bitter than a cry:
"Sir, I was unaware of your identity and have offended you. I beg your forgiveness!"
In front of Wu Tian, he no longer dared to display any arrogance. Every time he recalled the harsh words he had spoken to Wu Tian, he felt a tearing pain, as if his own flesh were about to split open.
Seeing his transformation, Wu Tian let out a cold laugh, "Elder Lin need not be so formal."
"After all, this is the Tian Yuan Sect, your territory. I dare not offend you easily."
Wu Tian's teasing tone put even more pressure on Lin Changxiao, and fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.
His tongue was tied, and after much effort, he managed to straighten his words, "Sir, the fault lies with me. I apologize here and now!"
"From this day forward, I will strictly discipline my son and absolutely forbid him from committing any more wicked deeds."
"Sir, for the sake of my position as an elder of the Tian Yuan Sect, please spare me this time. I will never dare to do so again!"