This was a grand occasion. Though it was just a single venue, the people speaking here were all significant figures from the six major families.

Among those qualified to speak, the ones with the lowest status were the likes of Kang Chenghua and Peng Hetong, who were the Family Heads and Law Enforcement Hall Chiefs of first-rate clans.

Even though Huang Sheng, Ye Chong, and others were present, they all remained silent. They were juniors and had no right to speak.

A mere Wang Qiya dares to raise her voice? How audacious!

They wanted to teach Wang Qiya a lesson.

Unfortunately for them, Wang Wu was not going to allow it.

Before the force of their aura could reach Wang Qiya, Wang Wu stepped forward, his True Qi vibrating through his body as he fiercely retaliated.

Experts at the Innate Great Perfection realm are called the nuclear weapons of the major families precisely because their methods are so varied. Not only can they injure from afar, but they can also unleash impacts with their aura. These abilities were all based on their True Qi being solid enough to command the very air around their bodies.

With Wang Wu taking action, how could Shi Hongda possibly harm Wang Qiya?

Not only that, but after the aura from Shi Hongda's recent breakthrough was shattered by Wang Wu's counterattack, he was injured by the backlash.

Shi Hongda's chest tightened, and he couldn't help but grunt as he stumbled backward, staring coldly at Wang Wu.

He had lost!

After forcing Shi Hongda back, Wang Wu stared at him coldly. "To attack someone without cause in front of everyone... Shi Hongda, you're courting death."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone standing before Wang Wu felt as if they had been plunged into an ice cellar. Not just anyone could withstand the chilling murderous intent of an Innate Great Perfection expert.

When Shi Hongda had appeared, Wong Qifu and the others had also arrived, but they only revealed themselves when the mockery of Xu Ke began. Wang Wu naturally recognized this Innate Great Perfection expert as Shi Hongda, but he was still somewhat surprised.

He and Shi Hongda could be considered powerful figures from the same era, even competitors. Wang Wu had assumed Shi Hongda was long dead, so he was shocked to find him not only alive but also having successfully broken through.

But no matter how surprised he was, it didn't mean Shi Hongda had what it took to defeat Wang Wu. One was the ancient Shi Hongda, who had just broken through, while the other was Wang Wu, a veteran powerhouse who had maintained his Innate Great Perfection cultivation for over a decade. There was no comparison.

...

Only after Wang Wu spoke did Wang Qiya finally understand what had just happened. Her face paled slightly as she retreated behind him.

Lin Qinghua patted Wang Qiya's back, signaling for her to relax. She whispered softly, "It's alright, Second Miss..."

Wong Qifu's expression darkened, her unfriendly gaze fixed on Shi Hongda.

Trying to discipline Wang Qiya in front of me? Who gave this old fool the nerve?!

"Uncle Wu, we acknowledge your martial prowess, but for you to insult Elder Shi now is something I cannot accept!" Huang Zhendong stepped forward after Wang Wu made his move. "You can't just bully us because your cultivation is higher!"

Hearing this, Wang Qiya ground her teeth in fury.

How could he say something like that so brazenly?

Wong Qifu, however, just sneered. "This is none of your business, Huang Zhendong. Get that old dog Shi Hongda out here to apologize. Then, have him inflict internal injuries on himself. Otherwise, don't even think about starting today's match!"

At these words, everyone was struck speechless.

Shi Hongda's eyes grew even more venomous. He had only pressured Wang Qiya with his aura to inflict a minor injury and shut her up. Did Wong Qifu really have to start cursing at the first sign of disagreement?

Huang Zhendong's face turned ugly. Being scolded in front of so many people was humiliating. But what truly crushed him was the overwhelming sense of frustration and helplessness.

Wasn't the whole point of having Shi Hongda make a move to show off their strength? He never expected that causing Wang Qiya a minor setback would be like stepping on a landmine; Wong Qifu had instantly exploded!

He tried to salvage the situation, beginning to speak slowly, "Family Head Wang, I urge you to watch your words. This matter..."

But Wong Qifu bluntly interrupted him. "Uncle Wu, if Huang Zhendong opens his mouth one more time, you have my permission to act. I will bear the consequences."

"Yes!" Wang Wu bellowed.

The immense aura of an Innate Great Perfection expert surged forth, crashing down on the group like the weight of Mount Tai...

The command was like a thunderclap on a clear day.

The crowd recoiled in fear, their faces a mixture of panic and excitement. They were panicked that an Innate Great Perfection expert might act and they would get caught in the crossfire. But they were also excited.

Such thrilling drama this early in the morning?

Wong Qifu hadn't taken action in a long time. To think her first move would be against the Huang Family's Head.

Huang Zhendong's pupils shrank as rage instantly filled his chest. It was a burning mix of humiliation and frustration.

This Wong Qifu is too audacious! This is a gymnasium, in front of so many people, and she dares to give such an order?! She dares to tell me to shut up? She's utterly arrogant and reckless!

Although he was cursing Wong Qifu in his heart, he didn't dare utter another word. Wang Wu truly looked ready to strike at the slightest provocation.

Nearby, Ye Yunfeng pulled several members of the Ye Family back. For now, he was content to just watch the show.

"Apologize and injure yourself." Seeing that Huang Zhendong had fallen silent, Wong Qifu turned her gaze to Shi Hongda.

Shi Hongda took a deep breath, his expression grim. "I was wrong to act so rashly. I apologize!"

He was no match for Wang Wu, and he hadn't anticipated Wong Qifu being so volatile. He had no choice but to bow his head for now. He would find a way to regain his dignity later.

"Injure yourself," Wong Qifu repeated, showing no intention of backing down. She pressed him relentlessly.

Trying to harm Wang Qiya? As Wang Wu said, that's courting death!

She had brought Wang Qiya here today to help her integrate into life in Tianhai. Now that Shi Hongda had done this right at the beginning, how could she possibly compromise?

A surge of anger rose in Shi Hongda.

Who does Wong Qifu think she is, making such a ridiculous demand?

But when he saw Wang Wu still glaring at him menacingly, he held his tongue.

"Wong Qifu, you're going too far. You should stop while you're ahead!" Jin Hankang's eyes narrowed slightly as he stepped forward with a sharp rebuke, intending to play the role of a peacemaker.

"Gone too far?" Wong Qifu's icy gaze was filled with danger. "Shi Hongda tried to hurt my sister. What's wrong with making him injure himself in return?! Or would you prefer I do it for him?"

"Alliance Leader Chen, Vice Alliance Leader Yuan, wouldn't you agree?" Wong Qifu asked as Chen Xiong and Yuan Shang walked over.

Chen Xiong nodded. "That's right. Without rules, there can be no order. No one should be allowed to bully the weak at will."

Yuan Shang scoffed. "Don't think that just because you've broken through to the Innate Great Perfection realm you can act with impunity. This isn't a place for your arrogance!"

The Tianhai Martial Alliance was originally a neutral organization. But now that the Ye and Huang Families had openly declared their opposition, Yuan Shang and Chen Xiong felt they no longer needed to hold back. Moreover, Shi Hongda was clearly in the wrong. There was nothing improper about them speaking up for what was right.

Seeing this, the expressions of everyone on Shi Hongda's side turned sullen.

Huang Zhendong clenched his teeth in silent fury.

I was too careless this time! I originally wanted to teach Wang Qiya a small lesson to put Wong Qifu in her place. Who knew it would backfire so spectacularly? Now the Wang Family is the one intimidating us!

Just as the two sides were locked in a stalemate, a voice suddenly rang out from nearby.

"How about you give me some face and we let this matter drop..."