CHAPTER 1179: CHAPTER 1179: AN UNREASONABLE REQUEST! (THIRD UPDATE)

When Ye Qiu appeared in the Southern Martial World with Jin Shanshun and Qin Feng, he immediately attracted much attention.

"He’s here!" The martial artists who had seen Ye Qiu before were all taken aback when they saw his face.

"He’s been gone for over half a year, and now his strength is probably the pinnacle of the martial world."

"I’ve never seen anyone who can control ice and fire. It’s said this is a divine skill only achievable at a certain level of martial arts. In the martial world, he’s probably the only one."

Many people were discussing animatedly, their eyes mostly focused on Ye Qiu. After all, his brilliance was too dazzling. Not only did he become the top of the Ten Hawks back then, but he also traveled singlehandedly to Japan, silencing the entire Japanese martial arts community, and retreated unscathed. Later, he killed a top figure from a top family in the Capital City, shocking the whole capital. Even the feared Sect Leader of the Rakshasa Gate was killed by Ye Qiu.

Ye Qiu’s journey was paved with a reputation built on combat and fame, especially since he was so young and had accomplished many things that elder martial artists could not. He far surpassed the other people of the same Ten Hawks.

In the eyes of many martial artists, Ye Qiu had already become a legendary figure, a legendary martial artist of immense status.

Even Li Futu, one of the Ten Hawks, couldn’t help but sigh when he learned that Ye Qiu had killed a strong figure from the capital. In this era, martial arts revered Ye Qiu.

Perhaps Li Futu’s status wasn’t high enough, and his words carried relatively less weight, but when Wang Hutang, a top expert of the Southern Martial World, said that Ye Qiu was a rare genius in the martial world, it was hard not to take notice. Surprisingly, the Northern Martial World’s elder, Jin Shan, also agreed with Wang Hutang’s words.

Several heroes in the martial world all unanimously stated that Ye Qiu’s strength was enough to make him supreme in the martial world.

This instantly caused an uproar.

Though a very small number scoffed, believing it exaggerated to overstate Ye Qiu’s strength, they were ultimately outweighed by those in agreement. After all, Ye Qiu’s achievements were indisputable, and no one in the martial world could match such a glorious track record.

The foremost person of the century, Ye Qiu!

"So this is the foremost person of the century. To see him today, it’s really lucky." Someone said excitedly.

"The person who terrified Japanese martial artists and brought glory to China is actually so young."

"You fool, you don’t recognize him? Ha! I remember personally witnessing how he fought his way to the top in the martial arts competition. That battle was truly unforgettable."

Ye Qiu’s appearance sparked many topics. Now, Ye Qiu was comparable to a celebrity, a martial arts star akin to a major star like Mu Wanqing in the entertainment circle, well-known across the Southern and Northern Martial World.

"You say you don’t know Ye Qiu? Haha, then that’s too low. You’re unworthy of being a martial artist of this era."

"You say you’ve never seen Ye Qiu in action? Then you’re truly unlucky, no spectacle for you."

Qin Feng and Jin Shanshun walked slightly behind Ye Qiu, and the surrounding discussions entered their ears without a miss.

Jin Shanshun, knowing Ye Qiu came from the mundane world, was still surprised at the amount of talk Ye Qiu’s influence in the martial world incited upon his appearance.

Qin Feng went through the words of the people around him in his mind in a very short time, realizing that this young master had such a rich history—truly rising from the mundane world, unlike him, who came from a thousand-year seal.

To grow to this point in an environment where martial arts were nearly collapsed, Qin Feng was very curious as to how Ye Qiu achieved it. According to Ye Qiu’s cultivation speed, it was no slower than that of the Saint Heirs of the great sects.

One must understand the Saint Heirs of the great sects had countless resources, be it cultivation techniques, martial arts experiences, or guidance from strong practitioners—they lacked nothing. Their rapid improvement was not surprising. However, Ye Qiu seemingly did not have these conditions, yet his strength might be weaker than the Saint Heirs or even stronger.

Thinking of this, Qin Feng couldn’t help but marvel—Ye Qiu is a prodigy, an apex prodigy in martial arts.

"Haha, Ye Xiaoyou, your grand visit deserves a warm welcome." An elder came out to welcome them with a big laugh before the trio reached the hall.

"Senior Chen, you’re too polite. You’re still as spirited as ever." Ye Qiu said with a gentle smile.

Chen Yifeng glanced at Jin Shanshun and Qin Feng behind Ye Qiu, surprised in his heart. It was acceptable that Ye Qiu’s strength was beyond his perception, but even the two people behind Ye Qiu were inscrutable, which was extraordinary.

Among the three, Ye Qiu was clearly the leader, and according to Chen Yifeng’s guess, Jin Shanshun and Qin Feng should be Ye Qiu’s subordinates. However, even his subordinates were incomprehensible to him, indicating their strength must be extraordinary.

Like breeds like; an outstanding dragon produces a phoenix, while a rat’s offspring dig holes.

Ye Qiu’s strength is formidable; naturally, those beside him would not be weak. It’s a simple truth.

"Come, come, come, please come inside." Chen Yifeng’s gaze quickly flashed past, with this thought lingering only for a second before he invited the trio inside.

Wang Hutang, Li Tiezheng, and Ren Hesheng all stood up and greeted Ye Xiaoyou.

Ye Qiu was not unfamiliar with these martial seniors. His relations with the martial artists of the Southern Martial World were pretty good. After all, he also belonged to the martial artists of the Southern Martial World, and even when he was at the True Qi level, senior Chen Yifeng was very favorable toward him. Therefore, Ye Qiu was always grateful in his heart to these seniors who had cared for him. Regardless of how high his current strength reached, he would never become arrogant or dismissive.

"Too kind, seniors." Ye Qiu said with a smile, his demeanor as gentle and refined as a gentleman.

After sitting down, Chen Yifeng and others chatted about past events, reminiscing about the first time they saw Ye Qiu.

This made Ren Hesheng, Wang Hutang, and the others sigh frequently.

"Back when Ye Xiaoyou participated in the martial competition, I had high hopes for him, and he did not disappoint."

"Wang Hutang, to speak of knowing Ye Xiaoyou, I knew him first." Ren Hesheng was not happy and began recounting the scene of meeting Ye Qiu for the first time when he first showed his prominence fighting against Japanese martial artists.

"Hmph, back then, I already determined that Ye Xiaoyou would achieve great things in the future."

Watching the two elders go back and forth, Ye Qiu smiled, the atmosphere light-hearted and harmonious.

"Ye Xiaoyou, actually, we old guys invited you here to ask for your help with something. We wonder if Ye Xiaoyou would agree." After chatting for a while, Chen Yifeng got to the point.

"Oh? What do you need, senior? Just say it. If I, Ye Qiu, can help, I certainly will." Ye Qiu said.

"Ye Xiaoyou has risen so fast, you’ve already surpassed us old guys. But beyond this prodigy, our Southern Martial World has no other decent younger generations, so..." Chen Yifeng paused.

"It’s okay. Senior, please speak freely."

"Haha, alright, then I’ll be shameless." Chen Yifeng laughed heartily, then turned serious and said slowly, "I would like to ask Ye Xiaoyou to impart some martial arts experience to the younger generation of our Southern Martial World. I wonder if Ye Xiaoyou could agree to this request."

As soon as the words fell, whether it was Wang Hutang or Ren Hesheng, they all withdrew their previous smiles and looked at Ye Qiu with some tension, waiting for his answer.