Chapter 1118: Chapter 1122: Overthinking?

“The Ye Residence is not open today, if you wish to challenge the formation, come back in a few months.”

Two Mysterious Rank Warriors at the gate blocked the crowd.

They wore stern expressions, showing no courtesy to Hao Fan and others.

Even Hao Fan, with Earth-Rank Mid-Level cultivation, and the others at Earth-Rank Primary-Level were denied entry.

In Yanjing, the Ye Family symbolizes an era.

Earth-Rank Warriors still can’t be treated as honored guests.

“Little brother, please make an exception for us, we came from far away just to prove our strength.”

Hao Fan smiled wryly, hoping the two would let him in.

The Bamboo Sea Sword Array is very enticing to martial artists worldwide.

What’s more, Xia Liu even left his name on the Monument of Names.

Though not meeting the idol, seeing his signature is already satisfying.

“Regardless of where you’re coming from, the rules of the Ye Family cannot be changed by us.”

The gatekeeper said.

“Gentlemen, I advise you to leave. These rules were set by the Family Head. The Bamboo Sea Sword Array will not be opened during this period, lest it inconveniences us.”

Another middle-aged gatekeeper spoke more courteously.

He could see these young men carried a distinguished aura.

Possessing a level of cultivation he himself envied.

But the rules set by Ye Hai were unchangeable by mere porters.

“Brother Xia, you are familiar with the Ye Family. Can you find a way to get us inside?”

Behind the crowd, Chen Mei focused her gaze on Xia Liu.

He mentioned in the car that people from the Ye Family helped him greatly.

It seems that as long as someone from the Ye Family stepped forward, they would definitely get inside.

“Alright, I’ll give it a try.”

His heart shifted due to Hao Fan’s words.

If he could let them in to challenge the formation, he certainly wouldn’t refuse.

“Hao Fan, everyone, let Brother Xia go first.”

Chen Mei shouted for the people ahead to make way.

Hao Fan and others recalled that Xia Liu knew people from the Ye Family, perhaps he could help them enter the formation.

Then, Xia Liu advanced to the front of the mansion’s gate under everyone’s gaze.

Under the enormous gate, he appeared so small.

But within that small body lay immense power.

The eyes of the two Mysterious Rank Warriors guarding the gate instantly shrank upon seeing Xia Liu.

They hurriedly intended to bow and salute.

But found themselves unable to move, as a power bound them inexplicably, no matter how hard they tried.

They understood it was due to Xia Liu.

“Two elder brothers, they are all my friends. Is the Bamboo Sea Sword Array still operational?”

“It’s operational. In fact, some young strong warriors within the family are challenging the formation now.”

“Then let them try it too.”

“Alright, I’ll call someone to lead them inside.”

The middle-aged gatekeeper immediately ran into the mansion.

If he didn’t have to guard the gate, he would personally lead Hao Fan and others inside.

Seeing the attitude towards Xia Liu,

Hao Fan and Chen Mei were dumbfounded.

This is terrifying, the people of the Ye Family treating Xia Liu almost like their young master.

Though no direct gesture was shown.

Their words unmistakably reveal respect for Xia Liu.

It’s hard to imagine what mysterious connection Xia Liu has with the Ye Family.

Could he be a talented genius of the Ye Family out in the world?

Various thoughts arose in their minds.

Before they thought further, the Ye Family’s guide appeared, signaling them to enter.

“Everyone, go challenge the formation first. If possible, I will come to watch.”

“Brother Xia, we’re truly grateful for you today!”

Hao Fan clasped fists in gratitude.

Though he couldn’t sense any cultivation from Xia Liu.

But the mysterious connection with the Ye Family merits his respect.

The guide was an old man.

He glanced at Xia Liu and then silently led Hao Fan and others toward the Bamboo Sea in the rear hills.

“Senior, do you know the young man just now? Is he the Heavenly Mansion Chief, Xia Liu?”

Looking back at the gate, Chen Mei asked the old guide.

“Heavenly Mansion Chief, Xia Liu? What’s that?”

The old man had no cultivation at all, and he wasn’t involved in the Warrior Realm affairs, so how could he know?

With a flood of questions, Chen Mei dismissed the idea of probing more about Xia Liu.

After all, this old man seemed completely clueless…

“Chief Xia!”

After Hao Fan and others departed, the two gatekeepers managed to salute respectfully.

“No need for formality. Let me ask you something, have you seen Senior Ye Wuya return?”

Xia Liu likewise saluted in response, treating the Ye Family, his benefactor, with courtesy was only natural.

“We haven’t seen the ancestor.”

Both exchanged glances and shook their heads.

“Alright, is the Family Head inside?”

With Ye Wuya’s prowess, entering the mansion wouldn’t be formal; his Qi Cultivation of thirteen layers might allow him to sneak in unnoticed.

“The Family Head is inside, but we’re not sure where he is exactly. I’m willing to lead the way for you.”

“No need, as long as the Ye Family Head is present, I can find him myself.”

Xia Liu smiled and declined.

After getting their response, Xia Liu entered the mansion.

His divine sense expanded, and after rushing swiftly for a while, he found Ye Hai.

Ye Hai was presently at a lakeside pavilion.

His expression seemed not very cheerful.

“Family Head Ye, Xia Liu comes to apologize.”

His voice arrived before himself.

Before Ye Hai could react in surprise, Xia Liu appeared in the pavilion.

“Chief Xia, what do you mean by apologizing?”

Regaining his senses, Ye Hai immediately stepped forward, trying to pull Xia Liu up from his bow.

He certainly couldn’t bear the respect Xia Liu showed.

“Previously, due to certain matters, Senior Ye Wuya shielded me from a strong warrior and was severely injured. This is the debt I must repay.”

“Chief Xia, are you mistaken? The ancestor is perfectly fine, how could he be severely injured?”

Ye Hai felt baffled, yet somewhat worried, as he pondered the terrifying prowess of the strong opponent Xia Liu had encountered.

“Senior Ye Wuya is perfectly fine?”

Xia Liu was full of confusion, perhaps Sage Qingjue tricked him?

That’s unlikely; Sage Qingjue wouldn’t deceive him.

“Yes, he returned yesterday and brought me some herbs. I’m pondering how to use them; asking the ancestor again would make me seem incompetent.”

Ye Hai was rather troubled; Ye Wuya returned and tossed him a packet of herbs, claiming it could give him a forty percent chance to elevate to the Path-Entering Peak.

This made Ye Hai excited all night, and only shortly before did he realize he seemed unsure how to consume those herbs.

It was very embarrassing.

If he went to ask Ye Wuya, wouldn’t he appear very incompetent as the Family Head?

But if he didn’t ask, how would he take the herbs?

“Family Head Ye is worried about this matter?”

Xia Liu was dumbstruck again, perhaps he was overthinking it?

“Right, Chief Xia, since you’re here, please help me figure out how to take this medicine!”