Pa!
At one sentence, Fellaf's face immediately turned grim. He slammed his large hand onto the chair, shattering its armrest.
He was currently in charge of Tingfeng Tower, yet the other party only wished to see the楼主 (lōuzhǔ - Tower Master). What was the meaning of this?
Was this a disregard for seniority and hierarchy?
Though his heart burned with anger, Fellaf still held back, all for the sake of his plan.
The next moment, he waved his hand, signaling the announcing disciple to bring the person up.
A short while later, Xuan Liu, accompanied by a disciple of Tingfeng Tower, walked step by step into the great hall.
The reason Xuan Liu was chosen was that she had previously been exposed to Tingfeng Tower's sight. This way, a small portion of her strength could be hidden, leaving Tingfeng Tower confused.
"So it's Deacon Xuan Liu of the Dark Association. May I ask what brings you here at this time?"
Upon seeing Xuan Liu, Fellaf revealed a smile and quickly asked.
Xuan Liu glanced at him and chuckled, "Heh heh, I apologize, but I'm looking for someone who can make decisions. I'm looking for the楼主 of Tingfeng Tower, not you, Cardinal Fellaf!"
These words were specifically instructed by Ye Cangtian to Qing Dao, who then passed them on to Xuan Liu.
The 楼主 was eager to win over hearts and minds, making power seem within reach. Fellaf, being from the Temple of Light, would naturally not obey the 楼主's commands.
Ye Cangtian was thus using the power struggle between the two to stir up discord.
You!
With that one sentence, Fellaf was so enraged he almost jumped up!
"Bishop Fellaf, did I say something wrong? Isn't the 楼主 in charge of Tingfeng Tower now?"
Just then, Xuan Liu's words came again. Fellaf was so furious he nearly spat blood. After holding it in for a long time, he finally said, "Naturally, the 楼主 is in charge!"
What else could he say?
Even if the 楼主 currently obeyed his orders, he dared not say it openly in front of an outsider!
If he were to say so, it wouldn't be Tingfeng Tower aligning with the Temple of Light, but rather the Temple of Light annexing Tingfeng Tower.
In that case, who would dare align with the Temple of Light in the future?
Having said that, he glared at the trembling Tingfeng Tower disciples in the hall and angrily commanded, "What are you standing around for! Hurry up and invite the 楼主 here!"
...
After Xuan Liu returned to the guesthouse, she immediately went to face the three members of Dawn.
"Reporting to you all, I have tested Fellaf and the 楼主 according to your wishes, Master Dawn."
"There are indeed some rifts between the two due to their power struggle. However, they are both trying their best to conceal it. It appears neither of them wants to completely burn the bridges..."
Listening to Xuan Liu's report, Ye Cangtian's face showed a faint smile.
Although he hadn't succeeded in completely provoking them into a fight, he had still discovered that they were outwardly harmonious but inwardly discordant.
This way, their cooperation would inevitably have gaps, making it easier for him to deal with them.
With that thought, he glanced at Xuan Liu and smiled, "Alright, you may go and rest. Make sure you're well-rested. You'll accompany me to the banquet tomorrow."
Huh?
Xuan Liu was about to turn and leave, but upon hearing the latter words, she froze.
Her strength was low. Why would she be chosen?
In the midst of so many experts, she would only be a burden to them. It would be safer for them to go alone!
The next moment, Xuan Liu instinctively looked towards Lan Yue beside her.
Seeing Lan Yue's expressionless face, it was evident that they had discussed this beforehand, and Lan Yue had agreed.
Thinking of this, Xuan Liu said hesitantly, "Master Dawn, won't you reconsider? I'm truly afraid I'll hold you back!"
"Heh heh, what are you thinking?"
"We're just going for a meal. What danger is there? And how can you hold anyone back?"
"Just come with me and relax."
Ye Cangtian chuckled playfully, leaving Xuan Liu speechless. Since he had said so, what else could she do? She could only accompany him to her death!
...
A blink of an eye and a night had passed.
During the day, Ye Cangtian rested in the guesthouse, while Lan Yue and Qing Dao had already brought their subordinates to make arrangements.
Everything was waiting for Ye Cangtian's signal that evening.
Time passed quickly. In the blink of an eye, it was time to depart. Xuan Liu arrived at the room punctually.
"Master Dawn, we..."
As Xuan Liu opened her mouth, Ye Cangtian shook his head with a smile and said, "I still prefer you the way you were. Don't be so formal."
"..."
Xuan Liu was stunned. She understood what he meant.
It was just that before, she and Xuan Qi were both Xuan-level deacons with similar strengths, and they didn't have the relationship with Yulong Villa. Therefore, she felt it didn't matter what her attitude was towards Xuan Qi.
But now it was different. Within the Dark Association, Dawn was already an Earth-level deacon, his status crushing hers.
And in Yulong Villa, Ye Cangtian was the Young Master!
To put it bluntly, she didn't even have the qualifications to serve by Ye Cangtian's side.
With such a disparity, how could she dare to be presumptuous with Ye Cangtian?
"Alas, forget it, it's up to you."
"Just remember one thing: in front of me, you don't need to hide anything. You can completely show your true feelings. I truly won't mind."
Seeing Xuan Liu's continued silence, Ye Cangtian sighed, then got up and left with Xuan Liu.
...
Tingfeng Tower Headquarters.
Overnight, the headquarters' main gate had been meticulously decorated. In the center of the gate, a brand new red carpet was laid out.
Coupled with the Tingfeng Tower disciples welcoming them on both sides, it clearly showed how much importance Tingfeng Tower placed on Dawn's visit.
"My, my, a distinguished guest has arrived. Forgive us for not welcoming you sooner. Please do not blame us, Brother Dawn!"
As Ye Cangtian arrived at the entrance, a voice immediately resounded. Then, six figures were seen hurrying over.
Leading them was an old man with triangular eyes. At first glance, he didn't look like a good person.
At this moment, the man wore a warm smile as he stepped forward and extended his aged hand.
Ye Cangtian swept his gaze over the group. Seeing Feng Ze among the five behind him, he guessed the identity of the person before him.
No doubt, this must be the current 楼主 of Tingfeng Tower.
"How dare I, a mere mortal, receive the personal welcome of the 楼主? You truly honor me!"
When it came to polite greetings, Ye Cangtian was no less than anyone else. He smiled and shook the man's hand, and they walked in together.
A short while later, led by the 楼主 and his entourage, Ye Cangtian and Xuan Liu arrived in the main hall of Tingfeng Tower.
The hall had been elaborately decorated.
Two rows of three tables each were arranged, with two tables placed side-by-side in the center. All the tables were already laden with steaming delicacies and fragrant wines.
At this moment, Ye Cangtian quickly scanned the scene, his gaze settling on one of the two central tables, where a man who appeared to be in his thirties was seated.
The man was dressed in a magnificent crimson robe, which alone conveyed his noble status.
From the moment he entered the hall, this man's gaze had been fixed on him.
Heh heh, what great honor!
Ye Cangtian muttered to himself. Even the 楼主 had come out to greet him, yet this man was seated here. This undoubtedly conveyed that his status was even higher than the 楼主's.
For now, Ye Cangtian chose to overlook this.
"Haha, Dawn of the Temple of Light is indeed no ordinary person!"
"Not only does he have the courage to attend the banquet, but he has also brought a female assistant. Truly stylish!"
The voice came, and Fellaf's face displayed a playful expression, as if saying, "Dawn truly knows how to enjoy himself! I concede defeat in this regard!"
Of course, while Fellaf said this, he was implicitly implying that Dawn was a lustful person!
"Haha, Fellaf of the Temple of Light is also no ordinary fellow!"
"Upon arriving at Tingfeng Tower, he immediately takes a seat as if he were the host. Truly overbearing!"
Ye Cangtian heard this, laughed heartily, and spoke.
With that remark, Fellaf and the 楼主's faces changed instantly.
The difference was that Fellaf showed a hint of smugness, believing that the other party was praising him and that he could withstand such praise!
The 楼主's face, however, was ashen.
He was already extremely displeased with Fellaf's action of waiting there. Now that Dawn had directly referred to him as the host, what standing did he have?
Wasn't it openly stating that he was a puppet, or even a dog kept by the other party?
How could he tolerate this?
The next moment, he turned to look at Dawn and said faintly, "Brother Dawn, please don't joke. Fellaf is also a distinguished guest of Tingfeng Tower, so it is natural for him to wait here."
Hmph!
As the words fell, Fellaf snorted, a hint of ruthlessness flashing in his eyes.
He naturally understood the 楼主's intention, which was to assert his authority. In such an occasion, it was truly inappropriate for him to steal the limelight.
"Haha, just a joke, just a joke, don't take it seriously!"
Ye Cangtian laughed heartily, then walked towards the center, to the only remaining table, and sat down beside it.
"..."
Seeing this, the 楼主's and Fellaf's expressions changed again.