As Xu Pingchang gave the order, the more than ten Great Innate Realm experts surrounding Zhou Yu, along with the four Saint Realm experts by Xu Pingchang’s side, all made their move.
Facing the siege of these people, Zhou Yu sneered, not taking them seriously at all.
As soon as his words fell, he immediately wanted to use the Demonic Roar.
However, as soon as he opened his mouth, he found that the True Qi circulating within him became extremely obstructed.
It was as if a blocked pipe had suddenly had its water flow drastically reduced.
In that moment of distraction.
The assault of nearly twenty people was already upon him.
Zhou Yu promptly spurred the Golden Cauldron Technique to defend himself.
But, something even more unbelievable happened; the circulation of Gang Jin within his body also suffered the same obstruction.
In an instant, everyone’s attacks landed solidly on him.
Zhou Yu forcefully operated the Golden Cauldron Technique, mustering less than half of his strength, and withstood this wave of assaults.
However, he himself was directly blown away by this powerful and dense offensive.
His figure flew backward, smashing fiercely into the cliff of the canyon, carving out a deep dent.
Seeing this scene, Xu Pingchang sneered:
"Zhou Yu, do you think that I just simply hung up an article of clothing here?"
"I know your abilities all too well."
"Therefore, I have made ample preparations."
"Today, don’t even think about leaving this place."
"Of course, if you want to surrender now, it’s not too late; I am still willing to give you another chance."
The stone walls beside Zhou Yu exploded instantaneously, and his figure leapt out, landing on the ground.
His clothes were already somewhat tattered, and there were several wounds on his body.
Nevertheless, Zhou Yu gasped for breath, his expression becoming even colder.
"I’ll say it again, unless you acknowledge me as your godfather, otherwise, there’s nothing to talk about."
A hint of murderous intent flashed in Xu Pingchang’s eyes.
He had held great expectations for Zhou Yu.
For this, he did not hesitate to deploy so many experts, devised such a complex scheme, and used a great deal of resources to set up a Formation in this canyon.
The purpose was to show Zhou Yu his power, to make Zhou Yu submit obediently.
Because once Zhou Yu submitted, with his abilities, it would greatly enhance Xu Pingchang’s influence in the Kyoto Xu Family, and by then, many of his dreamt ambitions could be realized.
Yet, to his surprise, Zhou Yu was so unappreciative.
Xu Pingchang no longer held any hope.
In his heart, he already harbored the intent to kill.
Now, all he wanted was to get his hands on the Golden Cauldron Technique’s cultivation technique manuals; as for Zhou Yu himself – to be destroyed.
"Don’t hold back any longer, go all out and cripple him."
The crowd shouted in unison and then attacked together once more.
Because Zhou Yu was restricted by the Formation, he was only able to exert half of his strength. Facing the attacks of so many experts, he was immediately plunged into a bitter battle.
Meanwhile, as Zhou Yu was embroiled in a tough fight, on another side.
Inside a luxurious villa.
Ye Mengyun was tied up in a chair.
Sitting on the couch in front of her was a middle-aged man.
This man appeared to be about five years older than Ye Mengyun; he had handsome features, and his eyebrows looked as if they were cut from the same mold as Ye Mengyun’s.
"Ye Mengmin, release me!"
Ye Mengyun shouted angrily, her beautiful eyes filled with rage at this moment.
Ye Mengmin said indifferently:
"Little sister, if I release you, what are you planning to do?"
"Is that any of your business?" Ye Mengyun yelled back furiously.
Ye Mengmin shook his head.
"You don’t need to say it, I know."
"You want to go find that kid!"
"Let me tell you, no way!"
Ye Mengmin’s expression was icy cold, resolute, and he left no room for negotiation in his tone.
"What gives you the right to do this to me?" Ye Mengyun struggled fiercely, screaming.
Ye Mengmin glared at her.
"Little sister, for over twenty years, I’ve never seen you lose your composure over any man ."
"You should be very clear about his situation."
"The Ye Family will not allow you to be someone else’s mistress."
Ye Mengyun trembled with anger.
"What nonsense are you talking about?"
"Who told you I want to be with him..."
"Ye Mengmin, I’m telling you, the attitude I despise the most is your presumptuousness."
"You just tie me up here and put him in danger based on your groundless suspicions?"
"What is a human life worth in your eyes?"
"If you don’t release me, I will never forgive you for the rest of my life!"
Ye Mengyun’s words grew harsher with each sentence, her eyes even turning bloodshot.
He hadn’t expected Ye Mengyun to react so strongly to the matter of Zhou Yu.
Their sibling relationship had actually been very good, and Ye Mengyun held considerable respect for him as her older brother.
But now, because of Zhou Yu, the way Ye Mengyun looked at him was almost as if she were looking at an enemy.
Yet, he had no intention of backing down, because he believed his actions were justified.
Ye Mengmin spoke solemnly:
"Little sister, maybe I misjudged the situation between you and him when it comes to matters of men and women."
"But what I’m doing isn’t about your feelings for him; what’s most important is that he’s about to become the director of the Hu City Martial Pavilion."
"You should be well aware of what this position means for our Ye Family, right?"
"I can’t allow someone who hasn’t submitted to the Ye Family to sit in this critical position."
Ye Mengyun grew even more furious.
"That was Grandfather’s decision, not mine. What right do you have to question Grandfather’s decision?"
Ye Mengmin was unswayed.
"Grandfather’s decisions are not necessarily always right."
"Since I’ve done this, I will naturally take responsibility for it. I’ll explain it to him later."
"But before the test I set up is over, you are not allowed to go anywhere."
"Wait here peacefully, news will come from there soon."