C269 Don't be too Arrogant!(2)

When recounting tales about Woo Zhengyang, it always seems like others picked a fight with him first. Descriptions like fearless, reckless, and arrogant arose from these encounters. But looking back now, is that really who Woo Zhengyang is?

He simply follows his own path. The so-called arrogance only appeared when others underestimated him. Imagine if people knew the extent of Woo Zhengyang's combat abilities—would they still view his past actions the same way?

Reflecting on his recent actions, Fu Chuan suddenly realized who was truly being inexplicably arrogant. Lost in thought, Fu Chuan didn't notice the outer disciple leading the way was completely stunned, oblivious to Woo Zhengyang speaking to him.

Fu Chuan, the third-ranked inner disciple of the Profound Heaven Sect and leader of the Profound Gang, was only slightly outmatched by Helian Bozhong. In fact, rumors suggested that even Helian Bozhong couldn't surpass Fu Chuan now. Helian's earlier entry into the sect was the only reason he held the second-ranked position among the inner disciples.

These two were considered unbeatable within the current disciples of the Profound Heaven Sect. Yet right before his eyes, this unbeatable figure was utterly defeated by an unknown young man who seemed to appear out of nowhere.

And it was a complete defeat! Even though he was just a Martial Disciple, the exchange between Woo Zhengyang and Fu Chuan clearly demonstrated Woo Zhengyang's superior strength.

At first, Fu Chuan had the upper hand, clearly dominating the situation. But it wasn't long before he went from being in control to being completely outmaneuvered by Woo Zhengyang. Fu Chuan found himself thoroughly restrained, unable to break free, and could only struggle to hold on without any power to fight back. If this wasn't a total defeat, what was?

From the moment the two began their duel, the guide couldn't keep his mouth shut. It was only after Woo Zhengyang finished speaking that the guide snapped back to reality, quickly agreeing, almost choking on his own saliva.

"Cough... Senior Brother Woo, this way, please..." The guide hurried a few steps ahead, continuing to lead the way for Woo Zhengyang. But today was destined to keep surprising him.

"Hey... isn't that the madman from our Profound Heaven Sect, Woo Zhengyang? What's he doing here?" Just as Woo Zhengyang was about to step forward, a similarly unfriendly voice came from outside.

The guide didn't need to turn around to recognize the voice. It belonged to Helian Bozhong, the top inner disciple and leader of the Heavenly Gang.

"Who exactly is this Woo Zhengyang? Judging by Helian Bozhong's tone, he doesn't seem to like him either. He just fought Fu Chuan, and now he might have to face Helian Bozhong too!" The guide was on the verge of losing it.

At this moment, more people started to enter from behind, including several inner sect elders.

The guide disciple finally felt a bit more at ease. However, before he could fully relax, the elder's face turned sour, and he spoke in a chilly tone, "Woo Zhengyang... what are you doing here?"

"This..."

The guide disciple was on the verge of breaking down. It sounded like Woo Zhengyang had managed to offend the elder as well...

"Elder!" The guide disciple hastily bowed and stepped aside, realizing this was a situation he definitely shouldn't get involved in.

Woo Zhengyang turned to see who had arrived. Among them were the elder, Zhou Lianshan, Yue Jiuxiao, and a few other inner sect elders. As for Helian Bozhong, it was Woo Zhengyang's first time seeing him, but his distinctive black and gold attire made him easy to identify.

Helian Bozhong had a mature appearance, resembling a man in his thirties or forties. However, given the rules of the Heavenly Martial Dao Discussing Great Association, he must be much younger than he appeared.

Most of the others were unfamiliar to Woo Zhengyang, yet several cast unfriendly glances his way. It seemed that aside from the guide disciple who had stepped aside and Fu Chuan, who was still reeling from the shock, nearly everyone present harbored some degree of hostility toward Woo Zhengyang.

"And why shouldn't I be here?" Woo Zhengyang scanned the crowd with a slight smile.

"Hmph, the Heavenly Martial Dao Discussing Great Association in Dongjue Country was a disgrace because of your fear of Moh Lunhui. You've already embarrassed the Profound Heaven Sect enough. Are you planning to let the cultivators from the four countries make a laughingstock out of you?" Zhou Lianshan retorted.

The head of his own family was killed by Woo Zhengyang, so it's no wonder he harbors such deep hatred for him.

"Whether or not I'm afraid to fight is my business. Does the reputation of the Profound Heaven Sect really rest on the shoulders of a mere disciple like me? Then what are you inner sect elders here for?"

"How dare you... Woo Zhengyang, do you have no respect for the elders?" Helian Bozhong reprimanded angrily.

"Respect is earned through virtue. These elders have repeatedly made things difficult for me. What virtue do they show in front of me? Why should I respect them?"

With that, Woo Zhengyang turned on his heel and strode into the inner courtyard, leaving behind a group of shocked disciples and a few elders trembling with anger.