Chapter 311: Who Doesn't Recognize You

The sound echoed over Qinglan River when suddenly—

From the far horizon, a magnificent Fire Feather Crane soared through the air, moving as swiftly as a flame and lightning.

On the Fire Feather Crane, there sat a middle-aged man in a black robe, radiating an aura of imposing dignity. He carried a sheathed longsword on his back, its tassel swaying in the wind.

In just an instant, both the man and the crane arrived in a flash.

From a distance, they appeared like divine figures, causing many on the ship to brighten their eyes.

"It's Senior Shifeng of the Hidden Dragon Sword Sect!"

Wen Yuchong exclaimed excitedly, his expression filled with fanaticism and admiration.

Shifeng!

Suddenly, the young men and women present gasped, all showing a realization.

This was the Vice Sect Master of the Hidden Dragon Sword Sect, a figure renowned throughout the world many years ago, appearing and disappearing like a myth!

"So, this guy is Shifeng?"

Su Yi was momentarily stunned.

He recalled the words that Monk Hongji had spoken several days ago.

This person was originally a secular teacher, but it seemed that he had been possessed in the Qingteng Demon Mountain and embarked on the path of cultivation.

And the three individuals from back then, Lü Dongliu, Li Cang, and Liao Yunliu, were manipulated by him and sent to the depths of the Baoshe Demon Mountain to kill him.

But who would have thought that Shifeng would appear at this moment!

Clang!

As soon as Shifeng arrived, a bright spiritual sword swept out from the sheath on his back, its sharpness resembling snow, slashing down.

The sword hummed with excitement, its sword qi akin to frost and snow, spanning ten zhang across the sky!

Splish-splash~

The waters of Qinglan River boiled, and the enormous figure of the old turtle, as huge as a mountain, swiftly evaded the sword like lightning.

Boom!

The sword qi fell onto the river surface, directly cleaving a massive rift, causing turbulent currents to splash out, sounding like thunderous roars.

The spectacle left everyone on the ship in awe.

When they looked at Shifeng on the Fire Feather Crane, a deep sense of awe appeared on their faces.

Even the ordinary common folk trembled and knelt on the ground, as if worshiping a deity!

Wei Xian, who was saved because of this, felt grateful and excited as he kowtowed, saying, "Many thanks to Senior for saving my life!"

"Judging by the power of that strike, this suspected possessor seems to be in the Mid-Level Body Refinement Realm, having grasped a trace of water-related High Earth Realm sword intent. It is slightly stronger than Li Changning from the Great Qin Xuan Yue Temple," Su Yi contemplated.

The sword intent at the Elemental Realm level was divided into "Three Realms and Nine Grades."

The Xuan Realm was the highest, followed by the Tian Realm, and the Earth Realm was the lowest.

Water-related High Earth Realm sword intent was already considered a rudimentary understanding and accomplishment.

On the other hand, Li Changning's sword intent had not even reached the entry level and couldn't be considered any grade.

From this perspective, Shifeng had a slight advantage.

"Friend, isn't it too overbearing of you to attack me without understanding the situation?"

From the distant river surface, the old turtle rumbled in anger, his voice like rolling thunder.

"Just a creature lurking beneath Qinglan River, and yet you dare to address me as a friend?" Shifeng, on the Fire Feather Crane, showed a trace of disdain, his eyes icy as he spoke coldly, "In consideration of the difficulties you've faced in your cultivation, I will give you a chance. Surrender willingly and go to my Hidden Dragon Sword Sect to guard the mountain gate as a form of atonement. Otherwise, I will cut you down right now!"

His voice was solemn and indifferent, displaying the arrogance and elegance of a cultivator, causing the hearts of many on the ship to tremble.

Seizing the opportunity after having his life saved, Wei Xian shouted, "Creature, Senior has shown great magnanimity by giving you a chance for redemption. I advise you to follow Senior's words and actions. Otherwise, Qinglan River will be your burial ground today!"

Everyone was taken aback. This guy couldn't keep his mouth shut...

"Heh, so this is the Hidden Dragon Sword Sect's style of doing things? Truly arrogant and unreasonable," the old turtle snarled. "Even if you kill me today, I will not bow my head, nor will I regret what I have done!"

Shifeng frowned and asked, "What exactly happened just now?"

Seizing this opportunity, Wen Yuchong immediately spoke, "Respected Senior, earlier, this old turtle eavesdropped on our conversation. Because Wei Xian said some unfavorable things about Su Yi, this old turtle flew into a rage and wanted to kill Wei Xian."

"Su Yi..." Shifeng's eyes turned cold, as if lightning flashed within them. He looked towards the distant old turtle and asked, "Did you stand up for Su Yi just now?"

The old turtle showed no fear and thundered, "Sir Su Yi is an extraordinary figure. How can those ignorant juniors insult and blaspheme him?"

Clang!

Shifeng flicked his finger, causing the spiritual sword in his hand to resonate. His expression remained indifferent and cold. "Originally, I intended to give you, this creature, a chance to repent. But now it seems that there's no need for that."

His robe fluttered, exuding a sharp and soaring aura that made the surrounding space produce a mournful wail.

In his hand, the spiritual sword sang with clarity, its light and shadows intertwining, clearly indicating his intention to make a move.

"Afraid you can't handle it?" The old turtle assumed a defiant posture, roaring thunderously. A surge of demonic aura surged and surged, disturbing the vast river surface, creating turbulent waves and incessant rumbling.

"Know your place!" Shifeng sneered, about to swing his sword.

At that moment, a calm voice rang out, "As a Vice Sect Master of the Hidden Dragon Sword Sect, is it not beneath you to bully a small turtle? Isn't it embarrassing?"

Shifeng abruptly turned his head, his gaze as sharp as a blade, and immediately saw a young man in a green robe standing in front of the magnolia tree on the ship's deck.

"Youngster, are you reprimanding me?" He exuded an awe-inspiring aura.

At this moment, the people around Su Yi were in an uproar, unable to believe it. Has this guy gone mad? How dare he speak to Senior Shifeng in such a manner?

Some people instinctively distanced themselves from Su Yi, fearing that they would be mistaken as being associated with him.

Meanwhile, Fu Qingyuan and Gu Caining were both shocked, their scalps tingling. They never expected that at this very moment, Su Yi would dare to show such disrespect to Senior Shifeng.

Gu Caining was the first to reprimand, "Young Master, why are you being so confused again!"

She turned around apologetically and greeted Shifeng, "Senior, this friend of mine..."

Undoubtedly, this beautiful and elegant young girl had good intentions.

Under different circumstances, Su Yi might have simply laughed it off and ignored it. But now, how could he pretend as if nothing had happened?

Without waiting for her to finish, Su Yi interrupted, "No need to explain to him. This is an opportunity for me to settle a score with this person."

Gu Caining: "..."

Everyone: "..."

Settling a score with Shifeng, a transcendent figure of the Hidden Dragon Sword Sect!?

This guy must be insane!

"You... want to settle a score with me?" Shifeng was also surprised, unable to believe it.

Su Yi replied calmly, "Back then, it was you, Shifeng, who sent Lü Dongliu and others to deal with me, wasn't it?"

Shifeng's pupils suddenly contracted, his aura rising abruptly. He spoke coldly, "Su Yi! So it was you!"

"What? You... You're Su Yi?" From a distance, the old turtle, who had long abandoned thoughts of life and death and was ready to fight with all his might, also froze, unable to believe it.

Su Yi!!

This name was like a thunderbolt, stunning the young men and women on the ship, leaving them dumbfounded one after another.

Previously, they had been discussing and evaluating Su Yi's various deeds.

Who could have imagined that the Su Yi they considered an outsider was right under their noses?

"This..."

Wen Yuchong felt a chill rising to the top of his head, his hands and feet turning cold.

During the banquet earlier, his words did not show any respect for Su Yi, and he even boasted that when Su Yi arrived in the capital city, he would face an imminent disaster.

"Damn it, is this a trap set for me?!"

Wei Xian was on the verge of collapse, his whole being in a state of despair.

During the previous banquet, he had sneered and laughed at Su Yi's ignorance, and had shamelessly slandered Su Yi's reputation.

It was because of this incident that he had almost been swallowed whole by that old turtle. It was a hard-earned rescue, but who would have thought...

The main culprit was right in front of them!

In that instant, Wei Xian was so frustrated that he almost spat blood.

"You... you..."

Gu Caining also widened her eyes, unable to speak.

She couldn't have imagined in her wildest dreams that the person they had been saved from a thief on the road by her and her senior brother would turn out to be such a terrifying existence!

No!

They weren't even there to be rescued, they had willingly offered their help, and as a result, they let that thief escape...

Thinking back to the care she and her senior brother had shown Su Yi along the way, Gu Caining's heart suddenly surged with indescribable mixed emotions.

Fu Qingyuan had similar thoughts, his face showing a vivid expression.

Su Yi spoke softly, "The reason I didn't tell you my name was to avoid involving you in matters related to me. But now, there's no longer a need for that."

With that, he took a step in the air, rising effortlessly, and his profound gaze turned to Shifeng in the distance. He said calmly, "Shifeng, dare you have a showdown on the Qinglan River?"

His voice echoed through the heavens and the earth.

That solitary figure, detached from the mundane world, attracted the attention of the entire audience, leaving them all in awe.

This Su Yi was indeed as fearless as the rumors said, not even putting Shifeng in his eyes!

In the distance, the old turtle became even more excited and exclaimed, "So it really is Lord Su Yi! Wonderful! I finally get to see your true face!"

This turtle, who had lived for over three hundred years, was now like a fanatical follower of Su Yi, a description that could only be described as irrational.

"Hmph!"

Shifeng's face turned icy cold. "You want to have a showdown with me? Survive until May 4th first, then we'll talk. I won't be foolish enough to become Su Hongli's pawn at this moment!"

Although his words were disdainful, they were a refusal to fight Su Yi.

"As for you, wicked creature, I'll come for your life another day!"

Shifeng glanced coldly at the distant old ape and left with a turn, controlling the Fire Feather Crane to depart.

This made it clear to everyone that the Deputy Sect Master of the Hidden Dragon Sword Sect had no intention of having a showdown with Su Yi on the Qinglan River!

Moreover, he seemed to be concerned about being obstructed by Su Yi. He left right after speaking, completely abandoning the idea of dealing with the old turtle.

Undoubtedly, Su Yi was a formidable enemy in his eyes!

Otherwise, he wouldn't have left so easily.

But how could Su Yi let him go so easily?

He saw Su Yi's sleeve robe fluttering as he formed a sword gesture with his hands and slashed through the air.

Swish!

A jet-black sword qi soared into the air, slashing towards Shifeng on the Fire Feather Crane in the distance.