CHAPTER 1294: CHAPTER 1294: ALL IT TAKES IS A SINCERE APOLOGY! (4 UPDATES)

"Eh? Isn’t this Righteous Venerable Yang Yi, one of the three venerables of the Yang Family? Who’s bold enough to hit him?"

When Yang Sen was administering the beating, he didn’t deliberately control its impact. At this moment, a good number of people had already gathered around to watch the spectacle. Seeing Yang Yi being hit, they immediately started discussing.

The three venerables of the Yang Family refer to Yang Sen’s three sons, Yang Zhong, Yang Yi, and Yang Xin, who are respectively known as Loyal Venerable, Righteous Venerable, and Faithful Venerable. All three are super masters at the Nascent Soul Late Stage and also high-ranking members of the Institute of Extensive Learning.

Such beings are usually revered and admired. To be publicly whipped now, it is truly astonishing.

Sharp-eyed people immediately answered, "Besides his father, Divine Brush Judge Yang Sen, who else would dare?"

"No wonder Yang Yi doesn’t resist or dodge. Turns out it was Director Yang himself who acted." Others immediately understood.

"I wonder what mistake Righteous Venerable committed to be whipped like this in public?"

"It seemed that Director Yang accused him of being unfilial just now. Perhaps he mishandled something."

Some spectators who enjoy a good show chimed in, "Who cares what he did wrong! Watching someone so strong being beaten up is really exciting!"

Before he could finish, he suddenly felt a chill all over, as if he’d fallen into a freezing pit. Turning his head, he realized Yang Yi was glaring at him with murderous intent.

The person immediately went weak in the knees, collapsing to the ground, soiling himself. Seeing this situation, those around didn’t dare stay for the spectacle any longer and quickly fled.

The might of a Nascent Soul Late Stage expert is clearly evident.

Yang Yi was being watched like it was a sideshow and already held a deep hatred towards Ye Haochuan.

However, he knew he couldn’t continue to attack Ye Haochuan, or else he’d be beaten even worse. So he transferred his anger through his aura to the onlookers on the side, somewhat relieving his anger.

He still couldn’t understand how Ye Haochuan, a mere junior in the Core Formation Stage, was able to save Yang Sen from peril, making Yang Sen so grateful that he’d sacrifice even his son’s face.

"Grandpa, stop! How could you injure Second Uncle so severely for an outsider?" Yang Quan had somehow arrived there as well, and, relying on Yang Sen’s usual fondness, questioned with a hint of authority.

"Silence!" Yang Sen, abandoning his usual affection towards his grandson, shouted loudly, "Dare say another word, and I’ll beat you too!"

"Grandpa, I’m your biological grandson! Why are you siding with outsiders? What kind of potion did this random kid feed you to make you go so crazily mad?"

Slap~

Before he could finish, a whip already struck his body. In an instant, his pig-like screams echoed throughout the entire Holy City.

Ye Haochuan couldn’t help but laugh from the side; he regretted not using the opportunity to deal with Yang Quan, but never imagined this guy would come seeking it himself.

This time, Yang Sen was truly furious, ignoring Yang Quan’s pleas, and after several lashes had him curling up on the ground.

However, Yang Sen ultimately cherished this grandson. The strength of the lashes this time was much controlled, otherwise, Yang Quan would have long been breathless.

After slightly reprimanding Yang Quan, Yang Sen’s whip again landed on Yang Yi. This Nascent Soul Late Stage great expert could indeed withstand the beating, so being whipped actually felt quite "satisfying."

Not long after, Yang Yi’s body was already covered in blood.

"Master, Brother Yi has already realized his mistake, please stop beating him!" Yang Sen’s third disciple, Chang Ding, suddenly spoke from behind Yang Sen.

Chang Ding had hurried over with a few senior brothers shortly after Yang Sen’s anger flared.

Among these people, Bai Qing was also present. He looked at Ye Haochuan with some surprise and then helped persuade, "Right, Master, with the Evil Sect possibly launching an attack at any moment, Brother Yi is vital for the Xuanmen’s strength. If he’s harmed over such a minor issue, wouldn’t it affect the battle’s outcome?"

Yang Sen listened and found it reasonable, and only then did he stop.

"Junior Brother Bai Qing is right; losing a key warrior now is rather unwise!" Ye Haochuan suddenly chimed in.

Everyone looked at him in surprise, and Ku Hai quietly asked, "Weren’t you looking to teach him a lesson? Why are you asking for leniency instead?"

Ye Haochuan grinned mischievously, motioning Ku Hai to settle down, then continued, "Although he nearly cost me my life twice, I’m not obsessed with taking his life to end this! However..."

"Young brother, speak freely. As long as it eases your anger, what harm would come in killing this rebellious son?" Yang Sen said boldly.

He wasn’t foolish—he knew Ye Haochuan had intentionally set a trap for Yang Yi today. Still, he played along with Ye Haochuan to complete this farce.

Partly due to gratitude for Ye Haochuan’s life-saving gesture, but also to recruit Ye Haochuan at any cost.

It was widely known that ever since the Yang family’s genius was assassinated ten years ago, there had been no remarkable talents left in the family.

Yang Sen had witnessed Ye Haochuan’s talent; even obtaining two inheritances from the Four Holy Peaks was defying the odds. Compared to the so-called five great talents, Ye Haochuan was undoubtedly superior.

Coupled with Ye Haochuan’s lack of family background, if he could be brought into the Yang family, the family’s future would be secure.

Therefore, he was willing to publicly humiliate Yang Yi to dispel Ye Haochuan’s prejudices towards the Yang family.

Ye Haochuan was unaware of Yang Sen’s deep thoughts; he simply wanted to set up Yang Yi for a fall.

"However, a person lives to fight for their pride. Yang Yi humiliated me twice; without sincerity, how can I trust him?"

"This is simple. If Junior Brother Ye has any requests, feel free to speak. As long as the Institute of Extensive Learning can provide, we will do so!" Bai Qing replied with delight.

"I’m not unreasonable; I just need a genuine apology from him!" Ye Haochuan pointed at Yang Yi.

"This..." Bai Qing didn’t know how to respond.

Logically, Ye Haochuan’s request wasn’t excessive. After all, he was almost killed twice; a request for an apology was the minimum.

For others, the matter could quickly be resolved. But for Yang Yi, it became a deadlock.

Yang Yi was exceedingly proud, only submitting to a handful of absolute strong figures. For everyone else, they shouldn’t even think of it. Not to mention, Ye Haochuan was still like an ant in his eyes.

Given his nature, offering an apology would wound his pride. The psychological scar left would be immeasurable, even Einstein might struggle to quantify it.

Bai Qing wanted to persuade Ye Haochuan to focus on tangible benefits without stubbornly confronting Yang Yi, but before he could speak, he heard Yang Sen’s shout.

"What are you waiting for, you rebellious son? Hurry up and apologize!"