Rebirth of the Peak Young Master
Chapter 123 Mutual Benefits

Chapter 123: Chapter 123 Mutual Benefits

Upon hearing Ye Fei’s words, Lu Yidao and the others immediately darkened their expressions.

Whether Iron Head Monk’s hands were severed or not had little to do with them—they had merely come together temporarily, each pursuing their own interests!

However, they all knew that Iron Head Monk had cultivated external techniques, specializing in the Golden Bell Shield, making his defense extraordinarily high!

Ordinary blades, spears, and staves would struggle to harm Iron Head Monk, yet now his hands had been severed cleanly at the wrists—what kind of frighteningly lethal attack could have done this?

And what did Ye Fei’s words mean?

Could it be that Ye Fei was the one who severed Iron Head Monk’s hands?

"Impossible... impossible!"

Lu Yidao was the first to shout: "We’ve been watching this kid closely the entire time just now. Apart from him waving his hand, he didn’t make any other movements—how could it have been him?"

"Exactly! I’ve observed him along the way—this boy has no foundational mastery, and it’s impossible for him to be a high-level Martial Artist. Could it be hidden assistance from some expert?" Zhao Shi promptly nodded in agreement.

Everyone nodded upon hearing this.

They were veterans of the martial world and had confidence in their own perceptions.

Little did they know that Ye Fei wasn’t a Martial Artist at all, but a Cultivator instead!

The methods of a late-stage Foundation Establishment Cultivator were far beyond the comprehension of these martial artists who had yet to reach the Innate stage.

Regardless, the situation had instantly descended into a tense stalemate.

Lu Yidao’s eyes gleamed as he finally let out a sigh and cupped his hands toward the empty night sky, saying, "I don’t know which senior might be present here; we’ve inadvertently acted disrespectfully. We shall take our leave at once!"

"Take your leave?" Zhao Shi, hearing Lu Yidao’s words, immediately looked displeased.

After all, he had sacrificed a Hundred Spirit Grass in hopes of obtaining Ye Fei’s Vitality Pill; leaving now would mean suffering a total loss!

Yet whether it was Chen Shun or Ten Thousand Pills Medicine King, both were showing clear intentions of retreat.

After all, no one wanted to face unknown danger!

Seeing this, Zhao Shi could only sigh in resignation and nod his head.

Watching the four in front of her preparing to leave, Ye Qing’er immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

Although she didn’t know whether this so-called "hidden master" truly existed, as long as these four left, the crisis could be considered over.

As for whether the mysterious figure was someone backing Ye Fei, Yang Qingqing quickly dismissed the idea.

After all, she had traveled alongside Ye Fei to Grey Valley County the entire time and hadn’t seen any sign of a hidden master!

To sever Iron Head Monk’s hands silently and swiftly—such a figure must be extraordinary. How could someone stay completely out of sight while secretly following this petty scoundrel Ye Fei?

In Yang Qingqing’s view, it was probably just an expert passing by who happened to take note of Iron Head Monk’s indecent intentions and casually intervened—she even speculated that it might have been Shangguan Hong.

Perhaps Shangguan Hong had sent someone to protect her in secret?

However, while Yang Qingqing was entertaining these thoughts, Ye Fei suddenly opened his mouth and smirked, "Who said you could leave?"

Lu Yidao and the other three immediately furrowed their brows upon hearing this.

Yang Qingqing whispered urgently, "Ye Fei, are you crazy? This might be the expert Shangguan Hong sent to save us—you should let them leave while you have the chance. Instead, you’re spouting arrogant nonsense! Do you know this could cost you your life?"

"Cost me my life?"

Ye Fei chuckled softly. "You offend me, and now you think you can just walk away so easily?"

"You..."

Yang Qingqing’s face turned pale with anger upon hearing Ye Fei’s words. She stomped away to one side, muttering inwardly, "Go ahead and be senseless—I won’t bother to save you! You’re digging your own grave!"

Lu Yidao and the others were already furious upon hearing Ye Fei’s words.

After Yang Qingqing’s statement, realization dawned on them.

To them, Ye Fei appeared to have absolutely no foundation—how could he possibly have a hidden expert by his side?

Upon further reflection, Yang Qingqing’s explanation seemed more plausible—perhaps Shangguan Hong had some care for Yang Qingqing and sent an expert to protect her.

If that were the case, as long as they didn’t harm Yang Qingqing, they could simply kill Ye Fei!

Thus, Lu Yidao cupped his hands again and said, "Senior, forgive us for offending this lady earlier. As for Iron Head Monk, he brought misfortune upon himself. We will only slay this scoundrel surnamed Ye and promise not to hurt Miss Yang in the slightest! Naturally, anything on him shall be handled entirely at the discretion of the Shangguan Family!"

After these words, Lu Yidao immediately glanced at Ye Fei with malice and barked, "You swaggering little wretch, I won’t take your Vitality Pill—I’ll just kill you today!"

Chen Shun, Ten Thousand Pills Medicine King, and Zhao Shi were likewise glaring at Ye Fei, their faces filled with murderous intent.

Though, in their eyes, glimmers of cunning flickered.

Vitality Pill? Forget about it—that was just Lu Yidao’s claim—they hadn’t vowed anything!

As long as Ye Fei was killed, they could snatch the pill during the chaos and flee immediately.

Even against high-level Martial Artists, so long as they hadn’t reached the Innate stage, they felt confident in their ability to escape!

After all, Shangguan Hong probably wouldn’t send Shangguan Jingyun, the Family Head of the Shangguan Family, to personally guard Yang Qingqing, right?

Lu Yidao harbored the same thought—his earlier words were merely a bluff!

With their minds resolved, greed consumed the four, and they charged toward Ye Fei at once.

Lu Yidao was the fastest, spreading his arms like a bald eagle gliding toward Ye Fei, slashing his blade straight at Ye Fei’s arm!

As long as he severely injured Ye Fei, Ye Fei wouldn’t have the strength to escape!

Ten Thousand Pills Medicine King, Zhao Shi, and Chen Shun each took different paths, sealing off every route of escape for Ye Fei!

Seeing the attacks closing in, Yang Qingqing covered her eyes with her hands, unable to bear witnessing Ye Fei’s incoming fate.

Though she wished for the hidden master to act, her fear kept her silent.

"Hahaha! Kid, your death is at hand!"

Lu Yidao was the fastest, and his blade was descending—he could already picture Ye Fei’s arm flying off, accompanied by screams of anguish.

But in the next moment, he nearly bit his own tongue.

He watched as Ye Fei stood casually, hands behind his back, while a beautifully crafted small blade seemingly emerged out of nowhere, stopping Lu Yidao’s blade mid-strike.

Clang!

With a crisp sound, Lu Yidao felt an overwhelming force surge through his blade, launching him into the air.

Ten Thousand Pills Medicine King, Zhao Shi, and Chen Shun all widened their eyes, instinctively retreating.

Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!

Three whooshing sounds followed.

The small blade left three marks at their earlier positions, before hovering elegantly in front of Ye Fei.

The blade seemed like a delicate and playful elf.

This was none other than Ye Fei’s Magic Treasure—the Heavenly Slash Demon Saber, refined from the Qingtian Three Choppers!

And this was its first moment revealing its protective nature!

"That... that’s a Magic Treasure! You’re actually a Magic User!" Ten Thousand Pills Medicine King exclaimed, his seasoned eyes flickering with shock.

"Haha, you do have some insight!"

Ye Fei stood unmoving, hands still behind his back, as he chuckled at the stunned quartet. "What’s the matter? Aren’t you going to continue your attack? If not, then it’s my turn!"