A moment later, not hearing Le Meijun's reply, Le Lingfeng's panic deepened.
"Madam Zheng, you are only sparring, there is no need to take a life. Let go of my daughter, and we concede this match."
Shen Xiaoyan looked at him and said, "I have not surrendered. If I let her go, what if she reneges?"
Le Lingfeng was speechless. "I am her father, and my word represents hers. You should quickly release my daughter, or do not blame me for being impolite."
Shen Xiaoyan chuckled. "You truly are a good father. What, you bully me for not having a father or mother? Is this the demeanor of a master like you? In a fight between two people, when did a third person get to speak? Is it because you don't want your daughter to die that you must interfere? This truly opens my eyes. Is it as the rumors say, that the younger generation is not capable, but the older generation is?"
Hearing Shen Xiaoyan's sarcastic words, Le Lingfeng's old face flushed red.
However, despite this, he still insisted that Shen Xiaoyan release Le Meijun.
Just as they were at an impasse, and Le Lingfeng was about to make a move, a very weak voice came from within the cocoon.
"I... surrender."
This voice was none other than Le Meijun's.
Hearing that Le Meijun could still speak, Le Lingfeng knew her life was not in danger, and he relaxed.
But why was she so weak?
She wasn't like this just moments ago.
"Since she has surrendered, I will release her. Fort Master, will you be my witness?"
Wu Yihao smiled and said, "Of course, not only me, but everyone present will be your witness. This is a fair match, and I believe the Le family will not trouble you for losing face."
Wu Yihao's words essentially placed the future safety of Shen Xiaoyan and her group onto Le Lingfeng.
If anyone sought trouble in the future, the first family they would think of would be the Le family.
Le Lingfeng was so angry his nose was about to twist, but he couldn't say anything.
He stared intently at Shen Xiaoyan and said, "Fort Master has already borne witness, and Meijun has surrendered. Why haven't you released her yet? What are you waiting for?"
Shen Xiaoyan smiled lightly. "Why are you in such a hurry?"
As she spoke, she waved her hands, and the long vines that were tightly intertwined, as if understanding her command, began to scatter one after another.
What was once a cocoon quickly transformed into over ten green vines flying in all directions.
After the vines scattered, a green shadow and a pool of green liquid fell to the ground.
This scene stunned everyone, especially Le Lingfeng.
He was only stunned for a moment before glaring fiercely at Shen Xiaoyan. "You wench, my daughter has surrendered, what have you done to her?"
In his mind, only Shen Xiaoyan's previous words echoed: this liquid could corrode the hardest stone.
Now Le Meijun was soaked all over, could it be...
The thought that his beloved daughter might be dead made Le Lingfeng want to rush forward and strangle Shen Xiaoyan.
Shen Xiaoyan's face showed no fear, and she said calmly, "Nothing much, just gave her a bath. But if you insult me, I don't mind dissolving her into nothingness."
Knowing that Le Meijun was not in serious danger, Le Lingfeng was relieved.
However, his gaze towards Shen Xiaoyan remained unfriendly.
In his heart, this woman Shen Xiaoyan was not only sharp-tongued but also ruthless.
Such a person, once grown, would be terrifying.
Especially since their Le family had already offended her.
Knowing that this was not the opportune moment, he could only quickly walk towards Le Meijun.
He crouched beside Le Meijun and gently brushed the hair from her face. To his surprise, Le Meijun's eyes were open.
Yet, her eyes were vacant, her face pale, and she was in a daze. She looked like she had been severely frightened.
Without a doubt, he knew it was Shen Xiaoyan's words that came first, followed by the actual appearance of the liquid, which made Le Meijun feel she was about to die.
"Meijun, it's alright, Father is here, ah!"
Hearing Le Lingfeng's words, Le Meijun's eyes gradually regained some spirit.
"Daddy, I'm not dead?"
Hearing Le Meijun ask this question blankly, Le Lingfeng felt tears of heartache welling up.
His Meijun had always been spirited and confident. When had she ever appeared so distressed?
Thinking of Shen Xiaoyan, who caused Meijun to change like this, Le Lingfeng couldn't help but resent her inwardly.
Le Meijun took a while to recover, and her whole person gained a bit of strength.
Supported by Le Lingfeng, she slowly stood up, her gaze fiercely fixed on Shen Xiaoyan.
This woman had caused her such embarrassment today. If she didn't get revenge, she wouldn't be Le Meijun.
Shen Xiaoyan was unfazed by Le Meijun's death glare. Her focus was on...
"Le Meijun, a bet is a bet. Fulfill your wager."
First, kneel and apologize.
Second, detour from now on.
Neither of these conditions could the Le family father and daughter accept.
"I concede, and I can give you crystal coins, as many as you want, but it's impossible for me to kneel."
Le Meijun stated her plan without any hesitation, very concisely.
In her opinion, this was only natural.
It was already good that she was willing to offer compensation; Shen Xiaoyan should be content.
Even if she gave nothing, what could Shen Xiaoyan do?
With this mentality, even though Le Meijun had lost, her attitude was still extremely resolute.
Shen Xiaoyan chuckled. "Is this the family tradition of the Le family? It truly surprises me. I lack many things, but I don't lack crystal coins. If I wanted crystal coins, how many people would eagerly send them to me? Would I need yours?"
As Shen Xiaoyan spoke, she glanced at the spirit crystal in Wu Yihao's hand.
How could Le Lingfeng not understand?
If Shen Xiaoyan were to sell this spirit crystal, not only in Yingcheng, but even in the surrounding cities, all the noble families would come to fight for it. At that time, she could obtain as many crystal coins as she wanted.
But what did that have to do with him?
"If you don't want it, then we are spared. Let this matter end here for today. After a few days, I, Le, will return to seek your guidance."
Le Lingfeng said this and was about to help Le Meijun leave.
Shen Xiaoyan's eyes flickered, but her body remained still.
Shen Xiaoyan didn't move, but that didn't mean others wouldn't.
Zheng Wei, who had appeared behind Le Lingfeng at some point, was seen by Le Lingfeng as he turned around. Le Lingfeng saw Zheng Wei's stern face.
"What do you want?"
Zheng Wei replied softly, "You owe my mother a wager. Naturally, I've come to claim it."
Le Lingfeng furrowed his brows. "You, and you want to challenge me?"
As soon as the words left his mouth, Le Lingfeng felt a hint of uncertainty.
Before, wasn't Shen Xiaoyan just like an ordinary person?
But who knew, when she fought, she was such a fierce individual.
"Have you also hidden your strength?"
Le Lingfeng asked, examining Zheng Wei from head to toe, as if trying to discern something.
Zheng Wei smiled faintly. "Whether I've hidden it or not, you'll know after a fight."
Le Lingfeng burst into laughter, as if he had heard the funniest joke of the day.
"Even if you've hidden your strength, so what? Do you think you alone can be my opponent? Young man, confidence is good, but overconfidence is arrogance that knows no bounds."
To this, Zheng Wei nodded in agreement. "Well said. But who is arrogant still remains to be seen on the battlefield."
Le Lingfeng's face darkened. "Are you determined to fight?"
"Yes."
Le Lingfeng looked into Zheng Wei's eyes for a long time before saying, "Very well, then allow me to impart a few moves. Le Jia, Le Yi, take care of the young lady."
Le Jia and Le Yi stepped forward, took Le Meijun from Le Lingfeng's arms, and together they moved to the side of a chair, letting Le Meijun sit down and rest.
Le Meijun no longer cared about her current disheveled state.
When Zheng Wei stepped forward to challenge Le Lingfeng, a glint of light appeared in Le Meijun's eyes as she looked at him.
She had initially been interested in Zheng Wei simply because he was handsome and his temperament was exceptionally appealing.
But who knew, Zheng Wei actually had the guts to challenge her father.
Regardless of the outcome, she felt she would like this man even more.
And she was determined to have this man.
A man like this was worthy of standing beside her, Le Meijun.
With this thought, Le Meijun's gaze towards Zheng Wei became even more fervent.
Le Lingfeng and Zheng Wei stood facing each other. Neither of them spoke, and the atmosphere was exceptionally oppressive and heavy.
In a short while, Le Lingfeng's figure suddenly blurred, and he was already in front of Zheng Wei.
Zheng Wei did not dodge or evade. He simply extended his palm and shouted, "Break!"
Along with this word, a thick bolt of blue lightning exploded right in front of Le Lingfeng.
If Le Lingfeng hadn't dodged, this lightning would have struck him.
If that were the case, even with his considerable cultivation, he would have been severely injured.
Le Lingfeng quickly retreated more than ten meters before steadying himself.
"I didn't expect this. You actually possess a rare lightning spiritual root. No wonder you were so confident."
Zheng Wei simply looked calmly at Le Lingfeng, not saying a word.