Seeking their own demise! A golden opportunity?

After hearing what this person had to say, Ye Qing was momentarily left speechless.

He opened his mouth, but truly felt he had no words to offer in response.

He... was honestly quite exasperated by this person's words.

There was no need to even mention the first condition.

One could guess with their eyes closed.

How could the so-called 'heavy treasures' of the Qin Clan possibly be as rare as the treasures within the Holy Academy's treasury?

Moreover, most people would likely have the life to take such 'heavy treasures' but not the life to spend them!

Although Ye Qing had no fear, he had no intention of selling the token in the first place!

As for the second condition?

Ye Qing found it simply laughable!

So, not only do I have to hand over the qingyun token, but I also have to swear a Divine Soul oath to be the Qin Clan's dog?

You want both the person and the token?

And you think letting me be a dog by that Qin Mingyue's side is some kind of reward for me?

Either this person from the Qin Clan has a problem with their head,

Or they think he, Ye Qing, is an idiot?

Ye Qing truly couldn't be bothered to say more. Like shooing away a fly, he waved his hand casually, signaling for him to get lost!

Seeing this, Qin Mingyue's follower's expression changed abruptly!

As a follower of a Primeval Qin Clan Prodigy, where did he go that he wasn't treated with respect?

When had he ever been treated with such contempt?

"You!"

He took a deep breath, clenched his fists, and shouted sternly:

"Do you know what a noble existence the Primeval Qin Clan is? They are a Supreme Aristocratic Family of the Central Region!"

"The Qin Family Head taking an interest in your things is giving you Face!"

"I advise you not to refuse a toast only to be forced to drink a forfeit! Otherwise, hehe, watch out for your future..."

Before he could finish his sentence.

*Slap!*

Ye Qing swung a hand out.

His movement was fast as lightning.

The Young Man in Fine Silk only felt a blur before his eyes, followed by an absolutely irresistible, overwhelming force that slammed hard against his Face!

With a *whoosh*,

He was sent flying backward like a kite with its string cut.

He flew accurately over the courtyard gate and landed on the bluestone road outside with a *thud*.

His Face burned with a stinging pain.

His entire Face swelled up instantly, leaving behind a clear five-finger print.

Clutching his Face, his eyes were filled with shame and anger, and his heart was full of disbelief.

He was at the Nascent Soul Eighth Layer!

Two layers higher than this kid!

But just now... just now he hadn't even seen how the other party made a move.

And he was sent flying by a single slap?

'This person might actually have some skill! No wonder he's so arrogant...'

He was uncertain and suspicious.

But soon, a sense of boundless humiliation flooded his heart.

'But so what if you have some skill? Hmph! Refusing to show appreciation will only lead to your destruction!'

'In front of the Primeval Qin Clan, you will find that you are nothing! You will definitely regret this!'

He was gnashing his teeth.

At that moment, another figure from the distance rapidly sped toward Ye Qing's small courtyard.

The newcomer glanced at the distinct slap mark on his Face and his pathetic state.

He narrowed his eyes slightly, then curled his lips into an ambiguous sneer.

He shook his head at him with a click of his tongue, his eyes full of disdain.

Then he stepped directly into Ye Qing's courtyard and called for Ye Qing to come out.

Ye Qing had only been at peace for less than three breaths when he saw another person barge in. He felt helpless; was this never going to end?

With an expressionless Face, he spoke calmly:

"And who are you?"

The newcomer was dressed in luxurious robes, and his demeanor was even more effeminate than the previous one.

He cupped his hands, his eyes equally arrogant:

"I am a follower of the Myriad Spirits Langya Clan Prodigy, Langya Xuan."

Then, he directly stated his purpose.

He was also here for the qingyun token and offered the Langya Clan's conditions.

They were basically the same as the previous person's: Ye Qing was to hand over the token and become their dog.

Ye Qing was tired of hearing it. Before the man could finish, he waved his hand and spat out a single word:

"Scram!"

As the word landed, the man's expression changed violently.

He seemingly hadn't expected that after he announced the name of the Langya Clan, Ye Qing would still dare to be so rude!

"Presumptuous! Do you know..."

He was just about to shout a stern reprimand.

As a result—

*Slap!*

Another slap to the Face, the sound crisp and loud!

Ye Qing was still simple and direct, swinging a slap with clean and efficient movements.

Then, with a *swish*!

This Langya Clan follower followed in the footsteps of the former, also turning into a human parabola.

He landed accurately outside the courtyard, his Face quickly turning red and swollen.

Outside the courtyard, the two people who had been slapped out—one from the Qin Clan and one from the Langya Clan.

They had now become brothers in misfortune.

Looking at each other, they both saw the distinct slap marks on each other's Faces, like looking in a mirror.

Their hearts were filled with shame, anger, and frustration.

But after locking eyes, they both secretly breathed a sigh of relief in unison.

'Fortunately... although I didn't get it done, he didn't either.'

'Good! I didn't succeed, and neither did anyone else. Reporting back like this, though I have no merit, at least I have no fault! I won't be severely punished.'

Just as the atmosphere between the two turned strange.

With a *whoosh*!

Another figure came rushing toward them in a hurry.

This person was the follower of the Divine Mountain Chun Clan Prodigy, Chun Ziliu, who had arrived last.

He was originally extremely anxious, thinking he might have arrived too late.

Because when he was asking for the location of Ye Qing's courtyard, he had been secretly sabotaged by the people from the Qin and Langya Clans.

As a result, he was given the wrong information and went to the wrong place, taking a long detour before finally finding this spot.

Now he was speeding along, fearing the qingyun token had already fallen into the hands of the other two families.

However, just as he reached the courtyard, he saw those two "acquaintances" clutching their Faces with resentful expressions.

This person was first stunned.

Then his mind raced, and he immediately understood.

Ha! These two had messed things up!

Instantly, the anxiety on his Face vanished, replaced by a look of triumph.

He gave a light snort, his Face full of mockery.

He said calmly:

"You two idiots! You can't even handle such a small matter!"

The followers of the Qin and Langya Clans looked embarrassed upon hearing this.

But at this moment, they truly had no words to retort and could only glare at him fiercely.

At the same time, they were nervous, fearing the qingyun token would actually be obtained by this latecomer.

The Chun Clan follower straightened his clothes, which were slightly disheveled from the journey.

He held his head high, striking a posture of certain victory.

He was about to step into Ye Qing's courtyard.

He even wanted to leave a word for those two "idiots" outside: "Watch closely and learn!"

However, just as he lifted one foot and before it could cross the threshold of the courtyard gate.

*Slap!*

A slap carrying a gust of wind struck him head-on!

The speed was unimaginably fast!

*Thud!*

This person flew backward, slammed heavily onto the ground, and rolled twice before stopping.

He clutched his cheek, which had instantly swollen high, and struggled to get up.

His expression was first one of daze, then turned into shame and anger as he cursed:

"Rude! You brat, how rude! This is too much bullying!"

Then he glared viciously at the two people snickering beside him and roared:

"It must be you two useless things who sabotaged things first! You made him feel resistant! Do you want to make it so that no one gets it? Hmph! In your dreams!"

After saying that, he felt too ashamed to stay, leaped up, and hurriedly left while clutching his Face.

He was preparing to return to Chun Ziliu's side to report the news.

And he was certain in his heart.

The failure to get the qingyun token was definitely not due to his poor handling, but because the first two had ruined the situation!

Seeing this, the followers of the Qin and Langya Clans who remained finally couldn't help but laugh out loud.

But they didn't expect it to pull at the wounds on their Faces, making them grimace in pain and quickly cover them again.

"Haha, this idiot, hiss hiss hiss! Hehe, he didn't even get through the door!"

"At least we entered the courtyard and said a few words to that kid, ow ow ow it hurts! He, on the other hand, didn't even see a Face..."

While laughing, the two suddenly realized something was wrong.

"Wait! Now is not the time to laugh at him!"

Their expressions turned solemn, they immediately stopped laughing, and also hurriedly left the place.

Each returned to the sides of Qin Mingyue and Langya Xuan to report.

Not long after, another figure arrived in a hurry; it was Luo Die.

Her Face was filled with anxiety, fearing her savior would suffer because of the qingyun token.

Though she was anxious, she wasn't as rude as the previous three and stopped outside the courtyard.

She spoke softly:

"Benefactor, Luo Die requests an audience."

Ye Qing had already intended to ignore outsiders, but after his Divine Sense perceived the newcomer was Luo Die, he frowned slightly.

After thinking for a moment, he still spoke calmly:

"Come in."

Luo Die quickly walked into the courtyard. Seeing Ye Qing safe and sound, she first breathed a sigh of relief.

But then her expression became urgent, and she spoke quickly, saying:

"Benefactor, this is bad! I just learned that the heads of three Supreme Aristocratic Families have arrived outside the Holy Academy. They are all here for the qingyun token in your hand!"

"The Supreme Aristocratic Families are extremely powerful, and it seems they won't give up easily."

"Benefactor, if it really doesn't work... just give them the token. You must prioritize your own life!"

After all, as long as the green mountains remain, one need not worry about firewood!

She didn't know if anyone had come to see Ye Qing, and after finishing, she asked worriedly: "Benefactor, have the people from the three great families... been here?"

Hearing this, Ye Qing smiled, his tone flat:

"So you came to warn me, but you're too late."

He pointed toward the courtyard gate:

"People have indeed been here. People from all three great families have come."

Luo Die's heart tightened, and she hurriedly asked:

"Then... where are they now..."

Ye Qing said calmly: "Where are they? They've already been slapped out by me."

Hearing this, Luo Die was instantly stunned.

Her small mouth opened slightly in disbelief.

Slapped, slapped out?

Huh???

She simply couldn't believe her ears!

Those were people sent by the three Supreme Aristocratic Families! Her benefactor... actually slapped them all out?

For a moment, Luo Die stood frozen on the spot, not coming to her senses for a long while.

She hadn't expected Ye Qing's response to be like this... this was really too reckless!

Although her benefactor had some strength.

But those were the three Supreme Aristocratic Families!

And the people they sent, not to mention being treated with good tea and polite discussion, how could they be slapped away like shooing flies?

Ye Qing glanced at her.

His tone was flat:

"This is none of your business. Don't interfere, go back."

Hearing this, a hint of disappointment flashed in Luo Die's eyes.

She also knew she couldn't persuade Ye Qing.

She then nodded and turned to leave.

When she reached the door, she still couldn't help but stop, turning her head to softly advise:

"I know you won't easily change your mind, Benefactor, but the aristocratic families likely won't give up easily either."

"Benefactor... please be very careful."

Ye Qing gave an "mm," glanced at Luo Die, and nodded.

Luo Die sighed inwardly.

She then left Ye Qing's courtyard and returned to the temporary residence of the White-robed Young Man she followed, Nan Yunfeng.

Nan Yunfeng was sitting cross-legged in meditation. After Luo Die returned quietly.

He slowly opened his eyes, his expression cold.

He scolded:

"You went to see that Ye Qing? I said long ago that he can't even save himself. Being targeted by the three great families, he's already a dead man!"

"Why did you go to see him? You're just asking for trouble!"

Nan Yunfeng's tone was stern as he warned:

"Let this not happen again! Remember your identity. Since you chose to be my maid, don't cause trouble for me!"

"If there's a next time, you don't need to stay by my side!"

After saying that, he closed his eyes again.

Luo Die's body trembled slightly, and her Face looked a bit embarrassed.

But for the sake of her Family, she still lowered her head, pursed her lips, and didn't dare to say more.

At the same time, the three Prodigies—Qin Mingyue, Langya Xuan, and Chun Ziliu—who had received the pathetic reports from their followers.

Their reactions were surprisingly consistent, all showing cold sneers.

Inside the quiet room where Qin Mingyue was.

He finished listening to the report from his follower, who still had a slap mark on his Face, his eyes icy.

His fingers tapped gently on the table:

"Oh? He doesn't intend to hand over the qingyun token? And according to the information you later found, he also plans to participate in the Holy Academy's entrance trial?"

"Yes, Young Master, this is absolutely true!"

The follower hurriedly bowed and answered.

Hearing this, Qin Mingyue shook his head gently, his Face full of mockery:

"Heh! This person is truly nonsensical, not knowing the height of the heavens or the depth of the earth."

In his view, a mere Loose Cultivator at the Nascent Soul Sixth Layer.

Refusing an Opportunity "bestowed" by a Supreme Aristocratic Family was already stupid enough.

Now he actually delusionally thought he could pass the Holy Academy's entrance trial on his own?

Simply laughable!

'This person might have some ability, being able to instantly subdue my follower while being two minor Realms lower, but... that's all there is to it.'

Qin Mingyue made his judgment, not taking Ye Qing seriously.

Then, he immediately transmitted all the information through a secret method to the Qin Family Head, who was waiting outside the Holy Academy.

Outside the Holy Academy, inside a bronze ancient war chariot.

The Qin Family Head's Face was grim after reading the transmission.

He gave a cold snort:

"Hmph! What an unappreciative thing!"

"My Qin Clan gives him a little Face, and he really thinks he can open a dye shop?!"

"Fortunately... he didn't directly use the token to enter the Holy Academy, otherwise, that would truly be a waste of a heavenly treasure!"

When he heard that Ye Qing actually intended to participate in the entrance trial on his own.

A cold sneer couldn't help but appear on his old Face.

He commented:

"Seeking death!"

After thinking for a moment, a hint of killing intent flashed in his eyes.

"Since he refuses a toast only to be forced to drink a forfeit, then kill him!"

He immediately sent a transmission:

"Mingyue, I'll have to trouble you. During the entrance trial, find an Opportunity to kill him and take the qingyun token."

Qin Mingyue showed no surprise upon receiving the transmission.

He replied flatly:

"Yes."

Almost at the same time, the heads of the Langya and Chun Clans.

Upon receiving the news from their respective Prodigies, their reactions were identical to the Qin Family Head's.

They all felt Ye Qing was being ungrateful, refusing the easy way only to be forced to take the hard way.

Since the soft approach didn't work, they would use force!

The two Family heads also gave the same command to Langya Xuan and Chun Ziliu respectively:

In the Holy Academy entrance trial three days later, kill Ye Qing and forcibly seize the qingyun token!

Normally, within the scope of the Holy Academy.

External forces could not openly make a move against Ye Qing, who was currently inside the Holy Academy.

That would be equivalent to challenging the authority of the Holy Academy, and the consequences would be unimaginable.

However, the Holy Academy's entrance trial was different!

During the trial, Disciples competed, fought each other, and even some casualties occurred.

The Holy Academy held an encouraging attitude toward this.

The Holy Academy believed this was a necessary process for tempering Disciples and ensuring the survival of the fittest.

As long as the methods were not too despicable or involved malicious slaughter, the Holy Academy usually did not interfere.

Therefore, the three Family heads all believed that

Ye Qing's refusal to hand over the token and his daring to actively participate in the entrance trial was simply walking into a trap and seeking his own death!

This was also a perfect Opportunity to strike!