Ye Cangtian naturally had his reasons.
Firstly, he felt that the Second Tower Master, Yi Feipeng, although a bit rigid, was a decent person.
At least he knew gratitude, was relatively upright, and kept his promises.
This point made him much better than Wan Mingxuan.
Secondly, Yi Feipeng had also shown him mercy just now, which was the best opportunity to ease the conflict between the Hidden Group and the Gale Tower.
If he let Wan Mingxuan go, it would only further alleviate the contradictions between the two sides.
As for the matter of the Four Great Seals, now that Yi Feipeng had been defeated by him, the Gale Tower would not be able to bring up the matter again.
Therefore, after consideration, Ye Cangtian decided to let Wan Mingxuan go.
After all, with Wan Mingxuan's strength and status, he couldn't cause any significant trouble.
The most crucial point was that he did not want to openly break ties and go to war with the Gale Tower in the near future, especially since the other three major forces had not yet shown themselves!
Damn it! What was going on!
Hearing Ye Cangtian's words, Wan Mingxuan was incredulous. Had Ye Cangtian changed his ways? Why would he suddenly let him go?
He knew that the other party had just insisted on crippling his cultivation! But what was happening now?
For a moment, Wan Mingxuan couldn't figure out what was going on.
"Mingxuan, aren't you going to thank Mr. Ye for his mercy?"
Just then, Yi Feipeng, standing beside him, saw Wan Mingxuan's lack of reaction and let out a low, stern growl.
Perhaps due to admiration and goodwill towards Ye Cangtian, his address to Ye Cangtian had changed from calling him by name to "Mr. Ye."
"This..."
Hearing Yi Feipeng's words, Wan Mingxuan's face immediately turned ugly.
He wished he could tear Ye Cangtian to pieces, but the Second Tower Master was still asking him to thank the other party.
The feeling was like his own hand slapping his face fiercely, causing him immense humiliation!
However, given the Second Tower Master's status, he dared not say anything more.
So, he could only reluctantly cup his hands towards Ye Cangtian and say, "Thank you for showing mercy. I am willing to apologize to those injured..."
Looking at Wan Mingxuan's resentful expression, Ye Cangtian smiled faintly, knowing that the other party was certainly unconvinced, but he didn't bother with it.
For him, easing the conflict between the Gale Tower and the Hidden Group was the most important thing. As for Wan Mingxuan, he was insignificant in comparison!
"It's fine. As long as similar incidents don't occur in the future, this matter will be considered closed."
Ye Cangtian looked at Yi Feipeng and said with a smile, "Second Tower Master, since this matter is settled, I also express my regret for injuring Giant Bear just now. Please forgive me!"
As he spoke, Ye Cangtian looked at Dongfang Mingyue and the others who were slowly approaching and said, "Sister Mingyue, your little brother would like to ask you for a Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir to give to Giant Bear, is that alright?"
Upon hearing this, Dongfang Mingyue immediately agreed. She then took out a Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir and handed it to Ye Cangtian.
After all, she had managed the Hidden Group for many years and immediately understood Ye Cangtian's intentions.
It was simple: Ye Cangtian wanted to further ease the conflict between the two sides, and also to win people's hearts.
Although Giant Bear was Wan Mingxuan's subordinate and his status was somewhat low, he was still a quasi-heavenly ranked expert and had some influence.
If favor was shown to Giant Bear, then when the Gale Tower decided on issues concerning the Hidden Group, Giant Bear might stand up and say a few good words.
Don't underestimate these few good words; at certain times, they could prevent a war.
However, Dongfang Mingyue did not understand why Ye Cangtian had asked her for a Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir when he should have possessed one.
But now was not the time to inquire, so she remained silent.
On the other side, after receiving the Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir, Ye Cangtian directly handed it to Yi Feipeng.
"This..."
Yi Feipeng was stunned for a moment, then repeatedly waved his hands and said, "No, no, this won't do!"
A Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir was not much for the Gale Tower, but Ye Cangtian's action made Yi Feipeng feel deeply embarrassed.
It was clear that Giant Bear had taken a blow for his master, and Ye Cangtian was not to blame at all, so there was no need for compensation.
Upon hearing this, Ye Cangtian smiled and said, "Second Tower Master, please accept it. Giant Bear performed admirably in protecting his lord, and I am deeply impressed. It is my honor to do something for such a loyal and righteous person."
"This... Alright."
Seeing Ye Cangtian's insistence, Yi Feipeng nodded and finally agreed, then handed the Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir to Giant Bear.
Looking at the elixir in his hand, Giant Bear's eyes were filled with complex emotions.
Initially, Ye Cangtian had severed his arm, and he harbored intense hatred towards Ye Cangtian.
But now, the other party not only gave him a Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir but also called him a loyal and righteous person and expressed great admiration for him.
Unconsciously, his hatred dissipated a lot, and instead, he developed some goodwill towards Ye Cangtian.
Such a heavenly-ranked figure admiring an ant like himself, in terms of both perspective and magnanimity, truly made him submit.
Thinking this, he cupped his hands towards Ye Cangtian and bowed, "Thank you, Mr. Ye, for the medicine."
Ye Cangtian waved his hand upon hearing this, then looked at Yi Feipeng and said with a smile, "Second Tower Master, you must be tired from your journey. Would you like to come to my place for a cup of tea to cool down?"
"It would be my honor, truly my honor!"
Yi Feipeng repeatedly agreed. He found Ye Cangtian increasingly pleasing to the eye, even feeling as though they had met too late.
Thus, Yi Feipeng accompanied Ye Cangtian to the Qingfeng Hall. The others were left behind in the Hidden Group to avoid disturbing them.
...
Qingfeng Hall.
Lan Yue poured a cup of clear tea for Ye Cangtian and Yi Feipeng, then withdrew.
With only the two of them left, Yi Feipeng no longer stood on ceremony. He cupped his hands towards Ye Cangtian and said, "Thank you again, Mr. Ye. Your magnanimity and broad-mindedness truly make me admire you immensely!"
As the Second Tower Master, Yi Feipeng naturally saw Ye Cangtian's series of actions in his heart, but he had not revealed it because there were too many people around.
Ye Cangtian smiled faintly and said, "Since the Second Tower Master understands my intentions, that is all the better. I hope the Second Tower Master will actively maintain our relationship!"
"That is natural." Yi Feipeng nodded, but his expression then changed.
He said, "Mr. Ye, although I do not wish for conflict, there is one thing I must say. Regarding the matter of the Four Great Seals, even if I try to persuade him, I'm afraid the Tower Master will not give up..."
The Four Great Seals were related to the Heavenly Realm, and within the Heavenly Realm, one could pursue the legendary peak of martial arts or eternal life.
This was an irresistible temptation for anyone, and because of this, he worried that he could not persuade the Tower Master.
Alas!
Ye Cangtian sighed as if he understood and said, "I understand what you are saying. Everyone only knows about eternal life but not the dangers that come with it."
Saying this, Ye Cangtian looked at him and said, "In short, I ask the Second Tower Master to try his best to mediate."
Yi Feipeng nodded upon hearing this and solemnly agreed. Then he said, "By the way, I lost the competition just now. I promised to grant you one request, and you can tell me now!"
"Uh... If the Second Tower Master can try his best to mediate this matter, then other things are not worth mentioning." Ye Cangtian was slightly taken aback, then replied.
"Alright, I will do my best."
Hearing Ye Cangtian say this, Yi Feipeng's good impression of him deepened, and he agreed again.
Afterward, the two chatted casually for a while. After the time it took to drink a cup of tea, Yi Feipeng left Dragon City with Wan Mingxuan and the others.
...
On the way back, in the carriage.
Wan Mingxuan finally couldn't suppress his inner doubts and asked, "Martial Uncle, why did you come to Dragon City?"
Although his cultivation was saved now, Wan Mingxuan was still resentful.
If Yi Feipeng had not arrived, he would have definitely instigated a fight between the Hidden Group and the Gale Tower.
But in the current situation, it was clearly impossible, and he found it hard to accept.
On the other side, upon hearing this, Yi Feipeng glanced at Wan Mingxuan and said lightly, "The Tower Master was worried that you, being young and impetuous, might cause trouble, so he was uneasy and specifically asked me to follow you."
This was the truth. Who in the Gale Tower didn't know Wan Mingxuan's temperament?
And Dragon City was the headquarters of the Hidden Group, with three heavenly-ranked experts stationed there. If Wan Mingxuan were allowed to act recklessly, he would most likely never return.
Therefore, the Tower Master specifically asked Yi Feipeng to follow him secretly.
Hearing this, Wan Mingxuan's face turned somewhat grim. He said, "Martial Uncle, does that mean you've been in Dragon City for a long time? Then why didn't you appear earlier? Why did you watch us being humiliated?"