"I haven't even had my fill, why leave? Besides, Patriarch Xiao, there's still a competition tomorrow. If I leave now, won't that mean I'm not participating? Then I would have wasted a trip." Ye Huan took a bite of the crab and replied irritably.

Xiao Zhan was taken aback for a long time, and when he came to his senses, his eyes shone with incredulity: "Young Master Ye, knowing that the entire Ancient Martial Realm led by the Di Family is targeting the Xiao Family, are you still planning to wade through these troubled waters and help the Xiao Family?"

Ye Huan peeled the shell off the crab with a faint smile and said:

"Patriarch Xiao, you got it wrong. I'm not helping the Xiao Family. Just like those who distanced themselves from the Xiao Family earlier said, I have no familial ties with the Xiao Family and no obligation to assist."

"The reason I'm not leaving is simply because I want to fulfill my promise."

"I made a deal with your daughter, Xiao Qingming. I'll do my utmost to help the Xiao Family win the championship. In exchange, the Xiao Family needs to provide three stalks of three-thousand-year-old extreme cold herbs, and upon winning the championship, the rights to choose any ten herbs from the Feng Family's treasure vault as a prize."

"The deal has been struck. If I don't do my utmost to help the Xiao Family win the championship, wouldn't I be seen as a person who breaks their word?"

"Moreover, I've had some 'minor conflicts' with the Di Family before, so my relationship with them isn't 'that great'. Whether the Xiao Family's enemies include the Di Family or not makes no difference to me."

These words from Ye Huan were like a beacon of light in the night, bringing a glimmer of hope to the Xiao Family, who were on the brink of despair. After being stunned for a moment, they were deeply moved, eyes brimming with tears!

At the same time, the people of the Xiao Family were completely won over by Ye Huan's character!

The deal between Ye Huan and Xiao Qingming had no written contract, it was merely a verbal agreement. In this situation, if he backed out, no one would blame him, but...

He didn't. He stood by the Xiao Family's side for this verbal promise, knowing full well that the entire Huaxia Ancient Martial Realm stood in opposition.

The bustling world does everything for profit, everyone's actions for personal gain.

In this materialistic society, countless people have been corrupted, no longer uphold integrity, and lack character.

Yet, Ye Huan can maintain his integrity amidst this foul current, truly a rarity!

The internet was right, Ye Huan's character is truly rare in this day and age!

Ye Huan isn't helping the Xiao Family, he's merely fulfilling a small promise, ready to stand against the entire Ancient Martial Realm!

But to the Xiao Family, this is indeed help!

Ye Huan is the last savior, the final Guardian God of the Xiao Family!

"Young Master Ye, from now on, regardless of the Xiao Family's fate, we will forever be your most sincere followers!" Xiao Zhan wiped the old tears from the corners of his eyes, stood up, clasped his fists, and spoke powerfully, fully convinced by Ye Huan.

After speaking, he bowed deeply at ninety degrees to Ye Huan with immense gratitude and respect!

"Young Master Ye, mighty!!"

"Young Master Ye, I love you!!!"

"Young Master Ye, I'm your biggest fan!!!"

The young women of the Xiao Family, raising their hands to their mouths, shouted passionately towards Ye Huan, their faces full of admiration!

Once, they thought the tales of Ye Huan spread online were somewhat exaggerated, and they didn't believe such a perfect man could exist in the world.

Now, they believe!

With unparalleled talent and power, an exalted character, stunning looks, excelling in virtue, intelligence, physique, aesthetics, and labor, this is indeed the most perfect man in the world!

At that moment, the young women of the Xiao Family were filled with a strong sense of security, as if with Ye Huan there, they feared nothing.

"There's no need for this, we've all been at the martial arts arena all day and we're all hungry, let's eat quickly."

Ye Huan's face darkened, thinking that being handsome was a hassle, then gestured to the chair, indicating for Xiao Zhan to sit.

Xiao Zhan sat down, as did the enthusiastic young women.

However, they continued to gaze at Ye Huan with starry eyes, sending admiring looks his way, their feelings of admiration unabated.

Many of them, after all, were quite attractive themselves, with many devoted pursuers.

If their pursuers were to see them like this now, they'd surely spit blood, shouting: How can there be such a gap between people? You're a cold goddess in front of us, but now you're a swooning fangirl to someone else?!

Meanwhile, Xiao Yu's expression turned more complex, as if grappling with some hesitation…

...

"Young Master Ye, I'm truly sorry. Taking this opportunity, I sincerely and solemnly apologize to you."

"Earlier, I underestimated you and misjudged your abilities. I am truly sorry."

"The Xiao Family initially couldn't even pass the preliminaries, but with your intervention, we entered the quarter-finals, allowing the people of the Xiao Family to walk with pride and joy. Now, you're even planning to support the Xiao Family all the way, and I simply don't know how to express my gratitude."

The more Xiao Zhan previously underestimated Ye Huan, the more guilty he felt now. Though he never drank, he penalized himself with three drinks!

Ye Huan didn't mind, and followed with one drink.

Xiao Zhan exhaled a breath of air, bringing the topic to focus, resolutely saying: "Young Master Ye, great kindness cannot be thanked enough. When this is all over, you can make any request to me. For now, let's not say too much. The current situation is not optimistic. The enemies are in the dark, we are in the open. They will surely employ dirty tricks against us in tomorrow's quarter-finals, so we must be vigilant."

"Hmm, I will be cautious." Ye Huan said, then shifted the topic, reminding: "You should also be cautious, when the opponents are driven to desperation, they might try to steal the Xiao Family's Divine Artifact."

"There's no need to worry about that."

Xiao Zhan displayed a meaning-laden smile and said: "Young Master Ye, to be honest, when I took over as the Xiao Family's Patriarch, the Xiao Family was already quickly declining. I was worried that the Xiao Family would be unable to protect the Divine Artifact, so I actively placed it in the most perilous location, where the enemy would never imagine..."

...

The next day, at dawn, as the sun rose and spread warm rays.

At the top of Wudang Mountain, at the Feng Family's martial arts arena.

Early in the morning, the place was bustling with activity, crowded with people.

The number of spectators had more than doubled compared to yesterday.

The reason was simple, the news that Ye Huan participated in the grand Ancient Martial Medical Technique competition, repeatedly performed miracles, and led the Xiao Family into the final eight, had spread throughout the entire Huaxia Ancient Martial Realm the previous night.

Ancient Martial Artists flocked to Wudang Mountain, eager to witness the demeanor of the Saint.

Many flamboyantly dressed female ancient martial artists arrived with unrealistic fantasies, hoping to win Ye Huan's favor and thus become the Saint's wife.

In addition, prominent figures and patriarchs from major ancient martial clans also personally came to the scene.

These are truly the most influential figures in the Ancient Martial Realm, whose mere actions shook the entire realm, each constituting half of its power! 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

When activities unrelated to their clans occur, they usually don't attend personally.

For clan-related events, they usually send clan elders to lead, rarely showing up themselves.

Now, they came in droves to Wudang Mountain, surprising many!

As for their specific purpose in coming here, no one knows.

However, their arrival greatly excited Patriarch Xiao Hailong of the Xiao Family and Patriarch Feng Wuhen of the Feng Family!

Because all these big shots present without exception were members of the anti-Xiao Family alliance!

"Patriarch Ye, have a seat here!"

"Patriarch Huang, take this seat!"

"Patriarch Ning, come this way..."

Xiao Hailong and Feng Hao greeted the big shots with cheerful smiles and warm hospitality.

.........

PS: I'm taking a day off today, only one chapter. I'm stuck with the writing, need to sort my thoughts, the climax is coming soon.

The Huaxia Ancient Martial Realm is about to bow beneath Brother Huan's feet!