Urban's Fury: The War Dragon God
Chapter 787 Martial Alliance Conference

Chapter 787: Chapter 787 Martial Alliance Conference

"Young Master, the letter mentioned the Martial Alliance Tournament. What is that, is it a kind of martial arts tournament?"

An Xi blinked her eyes as she looked toward Li Feng.

Li Feng waved his hand to dismiss the chubby Yan, gazing at the curious baby-like An Xi.

"You can understand it that way."

"Young Master, I’m just curious, so just tell me. Also, you said earlier ’what is meant to come will still come,’ what does that mean?"

An Xi was quite sensitive and naturally sensed there was more to Li Feng’s words.

"This world is actually very diverse. The society we live in can be considered the modern mainstream society, but beyond this mainstream, there are some worlds unknown to most."

"A parallel universe?"

"Ahem, not that exaggerated." Li Feng coughed.

"Let’s put it another way, you know about the dark web, right."

An Xi nodded continuously upon hearing this: "Uh-huh, I’m familiar with the dark web. It’s a network world established by a group of hackers where people can have another identity, just like in the movie ’The Matrix.’"

"Through the dark web, people can exchange information, circulate goods, and even satisfy some special needs. This network covers all aspects and can be said to constitute a Dark World."

"Young Master, I think I understand what you mean. Is the Martial Alliance also a diverse system like the Dark World?"

Li Feng nodded: "In our Yan Country, the word ’world’ is widespread. What is ’world’? For many, it is a place where knights errant roam freely and only existed during the dynastic era. In modern times, ’world’ seems to have become just a background setting in movies and TV dramas."

"But that’s not actually the case."

"The ’world’ has never disappeared, only it is no longer known to the public, just like the Dark World of the dark web, only a very few people connected to this system are aware of its existence."

"Nowadays, in ’world,’ the Martial Alliance is predominant. The Shaolin, Wudang, and other Sects you are familiar with are all part of the Martial Alliance, externally known as the National Martial Arts Research Association."

"Oh, so Young Master, what is the Martial Alliance Tournament for? To choose an alliance leader?"

An Xi blinked her eyes, suddenly becoming more curious than ever, evidently finding the Martial Alliance far more interesting than modern society.

Li Feng looked at the excited An Xi.

"Of course not, what are you thinking? Within the Martial Alliance, there’s only an Elder Council, and no leader is appointed. As for the Martial Alliance Tournament, you can think of it as a talent selection."

"Like a variety TV talent show? But what’s the benefit of being number one? Does it come with any reward?" An Xi smacked her lips, feeling somewhat disenchanted. If it was not for selecting a leader, then what was the point?

Moreover, this number one can’t become a star known to the world like in a talent show. As for winning a prize...

Heh.

It seems they’re not short of money.

"The benefit? How about entering an Immortal Sect?"

Li Feng said.

An Xi’s eyes widened: "Immortal Sect? Are there really immortals?"

Li Feng chuckled: "The Immortal Sect in the literal sense isn’t quite like the immortals you’re thinking of; it’s a group of people seeking immortality and enlightenment, but who can truly become an immortal? At best, they know how to live healthily and prolong their lives by three to five decades."

"My grandfather told me that the so-called Immortal Sects are just hidden sects uninvolved with worldly affairs, similar to monks, detached from the mundane world, seeking immortality and enlightenment. Anyway, I’ve never heard of anyone ascending to heaven to become a true Immortal."

"One could say that this pursuit is elusive, yet countless people are obsessed with it. Many are fighting tooth and nail to squeeze into these hidden sects."

Li Feng shook his head, for it was just like Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s pursuit of immortality: knowingly impossible, yet still foolishly wishing for eternal life. And this notion, even in the modern era, still has countless people enthralled and believing without doubt.

Listening to Li Feng’s words, An Xi said: "Young Master, you don’t seem to be interested..."

"Instead of chasing this elusive, intangible thing, isn’t it better to live a grounded and realistic life?" Li Feng shook his head.

"So, Young Master, aren’t you attending the Martial Alliance Tournament?"

Li Feng looked at An Xi.

"Of course, we must go."

"Huh?"

An Xi watched the seemingly contradictory Li Feng.

"Now that the Century Group is dealt with, I might as well go since I’m free."

Li Feng said lightly.

Deep down, Li Feng had always harbored a suspicion that his mother might not be dead.

Don’t ask why Li Feng thought so because his mother was clearly healthy. How could she have suddenly passed away from illness, and moreover, he had never seen his mother’s body. He was, after all, ten years old at the time.

He wasn’t clueless; his mother had vanished out of thin air.

He had asked his grandfather about it, but grandfather would say nothing and only sent him off to Jin City to the Li Family.

After spending over a year with the Li Family, Li Feng never could fit in. His heart grew more preoccupied with thoughts of his mother, which led him to choose to escape from the Li Family and make his way back to Huacheng.

After returning, Li Feng inquired again about his mother with his grandfather. Even though he didn’t get an answer, his grandfather’s attitude towards him improved significantly, even beginning to mention some extraordinary things to him.

Moreover, this was not Li Feng’s first time attending the Martial Alliance Tournament, but the last time he was just a spectator.

At that time, Li Feng didn’t give it much thought. Later, his grandfather also disappeared, just like the day his mother vanished, with no sign or forewarning.

Only after his grandfather’s disappearance did Li Feng connect the past events and arrive at a conclusion.

It was very likely that both his grandfather and his mother were from hidden sects, and the Martial Alliance Tournament was a step toward entering these hidden sects.

He had no interest in the elusive pursuits of seeking immortality, but he did want to see his mother.

The Martial Alliance Tournament was held every ten years.

Last time, he was sixteen.

This time, he was twenty-six.

Having seen the letter from his grandfather, Li Feng grew even more convinced of his previous conjectures. After breakfast, he left the club and followed a ticket from inside the envelope to a department store’s parcel pick-up area, where he retrieved a badge from one of the storage boxes.

This badge was also the admission ticket to the Martial Alliance Tournament.

The Yue Family Martial Arts Hall in Sea City, as one of the top three martial arts academies in the city, had disciples numbering in the thousands, their strength formidable.

"Master Yue, another decade has passed, and it’s time for the Martial Alliance Tournament once again. Are you prepared?"

"The entire Yue Family Martial Arts Hall has been looking forward to this day."

"Yes. According to the rules set by the Martial Alliance, every member academy must select their best from among a hundred disciples. If there are fewer than a hundred disciples, they may still choose one to participate."

"Yes, my Yue Family Martial Arts Hall has over ten thousand registered disciples. By the rules, we have more than a hundred qualifying this year."

"Good. You know why I’m here today. Take those hundred spots and give up half of them. Tomorrow, some individuals will be joining the Yue Family Martial Arts Hall, and you must ensure these people get tickets to the Martial Alliance Tournament."

"Yes."

"Alright then, that’s it for now. I have to go; there are other matters to attend to."

With that said, the slightly effeminate man stood up, and the head of the Yue Family Martial Arts Hall escorted him out.

"Headmaster, the Xu Family sure is greedy, asking for fifty spots right off the bat."

"Shh."