Chapter 445: Unintentional Words

“Wang Xiyuan, you’ve been unreasonably exaggerated by everyone. In Yanzhou, there is an abundance of talented young warriors, and if we were to truly compare strength, Wang Xiyuan wouldn’t even make it into the top hundred.”

At this moment, not far from where Ji Chen and his companion stood, a voice filled with disdain echoed from among the crowd.

Everyone turned their gazes, discovering that the speaker was a young man dressed in fine robes, appearing to be around twenty-three or twenty-four years old.

“Bai Shengrong!”

Someone exclaimed in surprise, recognizing the young man’s identity, “The Second Young Master of the Bai Family in Yanxian City!”

The Bai Family had been established in Yanxian City for ten thousand years, a great family with ancient origins, and in the current era, there are at least three strong cultivators of Unity Immortal Realm Level in the Bai Family.

Such heritage is unmatched by any other family in the city.

Bai Shengrong, the Second Young Master of the Bai Family, was said to have successfully entered the Reincarnation Emperor Realm at the age of twenty, and now, not yet twenty-four, he is a strong cultivator in the Reincarnation Realm Fourth Layer.

With such cultivation, at such a young age, he has already surpassed many of his peers in Yanzhou.

“The Second Young Master is indeed talented; to achieve Emperor Realm at age twenty is indeed remarkable. However, being from the Bai Family, you’ve had access to countless resources since childhood. Your current strength is no surprise at all.”

Someone spoke up in defense of Wang Xiyuan, “But compared to you, Wang Xiyuan, hailing from the Lower Realm, had far fewer resources, yet he’s already at the Reincarnation Realm Sixth Layer.”

“Are you saying that I am inferior to Wang Xiyuan?”

Upon hearing this, Bai Shengrong snorted coldly, glaring at the speaker, as a terrifying aura surged from him, enveloping the entire venue.

Many people’s expressions changed drastically, feeling the tremendous pressure. Secretly thinking that Bai Shengrong, though young, as the Second Young Master of an ancient family, already matches the prowess of many older generation powerhouses.

“You’re at the Reincarnation Realm Fourth Layer, while Wang Xiyuan is at the Reincarnation Realm Sixth Layer. Using Lower Realm terminology, his level is at the Great Emperor Tier, naturally superior to yours.” The person speaking acted fearlessly, ignoring Bai Shengrong’s fury entirely.

“A wise person knows their limits. How can the Reincarnation Fourth Layer compare to the Reincarnation Realm Sixth Layer? Despite being from the Lower Realm, Wang Xiyuan has earned his reputation in Yanzhou through his own strength, something ordinary people cannot rival. Second Young Master, do not think that because you are from a noble family and somewhat talented, you can look down on all the younger generation. You are still far from it.”

Before Bai Shengrong could respond, a voice rang from another corner of the tavern.

The speaker was a middle-aged man, not weak in strength, also from an ancient family in Yanxian City, whose family has been in competition with the Bai Family. Seeing Bai Shengrong speak arrogantly, he couldn’t help but mock him.

“Exactly, your brother Bai Shenghao may be noteworthy, but you, Bai Shengrong, have no right to judge Wang Xiyuan.” Someone else chimed in, also from a family competing with the Bai Family.

“Ridiculous, though I am at the Reincarnation Realm Fourth Layer, I’ve sparred with Great Emperor Level Elders in the family multiple times and never lost. What of Wang Xiyuan? If we meet, I’d still overpower him.” Bai Shengrong scoffed, visibly irritated, trying to validate his strength.

“Sparred with the family elders?”

Hearing this, those from noble families burst into laughter, “Nonsense, you are the Second Young Master of the Bai Family; those so-called elders would never truly use their strength against you. They’re likely going easy on you. Otherwise, you’d be subdued in no time.”

“Bang!”

With these words, Bai Shengrong exploded in anger, smashing the table into powder, “If you doubt my strength, today, I’ll show you!”

The atmosphere instantly became tense, and many spectators withdrew, clearly not wanting to get involved.

Ji Chen shook his head, muttering softly, “The Bai Family’s Second Young Master must have been spoiled from childhood. Such a temper, if not from a noble family, would have been disciplined countless times.”

On hearing his words, Yao Qian beside him was startled, instinctively gesturing for him to be quiet.

Although Ji Chen’s voice was low, everyone present had at least Great Saint cultivation or even Emperor Realm, their senses sharp. How could they not hear?

“Who are you to comment on me like this?”

As expected, as Ji Chen’s words fell, Bai Shengrong’s gaze shifted, locking onto him.

Ji Chen was momentarily at a loss; his words were unintended slip of the tongue.

He clearly didn’t want to stir up trouble, especially being new to the Immortal Realm. It’s unwise to make enemies with a young master from a noble family like Bai Shengrong.

“Apologies, it was a slip of the tongue.” After speaking, Ji Chen cupped his hands, hoping the other would disregard it.

But in his anger, Bai Shengrong wouldn’t let it go so easily.

At this moment, filled with fury, with nowhere to vent, since Ji Chen stood out, he had only himself to blame.

“Slip of the tongue, yet from the heart?”

Bai Shengrong sneered, coldness flashing in his eyes, fixated on Ji Chen.

“Buzz!”

Simultaneously, a vast aura surged from him, instantly enveloping the entire venue, making it hard for many to breathe.

The oppressive force felt like a towering mountain crashing down on Ji Chen.

Yao Qian was instantly alarmed, instinctively wanting to act, because in her opinion, Ji Chen, newly arrived in the Immortal Realm, likely just reached the Reincarnation Realm First Layer not long ago. How could he withstand Bai Shengrong’s pressure?

“Buzz!”

However, before she could act, Ji Chen let out a cold snort, unleashing his own aura, pushing forward fiercely.

“Hmm?”

Bai Shengrong narrowed his eyes, sensing Ji Chen’s extraordinary aura, and couldn’t help but sneer, “Reincarnation Realm Third Layer? No wonder you’re so arrogant.”

Yao Qian was astonished, looking at Ji Chen incredulously.

Evidently, she hadn’t expected his cultivation to reach such a level, two small realms above her.

At the same time, Ji Chen stepped forward, meeting Bai Shengrong’s gaze.

Though unwilling to cause trouble, it didn’t mean he was afraid of it.

New to the Immortal Realm, without a backing, opposing a noble family is certainly ill-advised.

But at the same time, this also means Ji Chen is alone, without concerns. If he clashes with Bai Shengrong, what of it?

At worst, he’d leave. The Immortal Realm is vast; how could the Bai Family find him?