Ye Cangtian was like a lion charging into a flock of sheep, unstoppable.
The surrounding figures were merely genin, no match for him. His sole target was Kakumura, who was observing from the sidelines.
To catch the leader, one must first capture the king. Once Kakumura was taken down, these insignificant pawns would naturally retreat.
"You wish to fight me?"
"I won't give you an easy chance!"
Seemingly sensing Ye Cangtian's intention, Kakumura gave a cold smile.
He knew he was not confident in a solo victory, so his first move was to have the surrounding genin wear down the opponent.
He wanted to see how long this fellow could last!
Even with Ye Cangtian's strength, he would be exhausted and defeated under the siege of so many genin!
As for Shangguan Yun and Gu Yue?
These two were currently pinned down by several genin and wouldn't last long either.
Kakumura was smugly contemplating, already picturing Ye Cangtian's humiliating defeat.
However, the next moment.
"Hiss..."
Kakumura gasped, his entire being frozen as if he had seen a ghost.
He saw Ye Cangtian, like a cannonball, irresistibly blasting through the blocking genin one by one, swiftly arriving before him.
Damn it! What's going on?
The intel said Ye Cangtian was only at the Xuan level!
He, a chūnin, was also at the Xuan level, so why couldn't he match the opponent's speed?
Kakumura was utterly shocked, muttering to himself.
But Ye Cangtian gave him no chance. With a flash of his figure and a scornful smile, he attacked directly.
Clang clang clang...
The dagger and the katana clashed fiercely.
After just three sounds, the katana was sent flying, and the dagger was placed at Kakumura's throat.
"Tell your men to stop, or I won't hesitate to chop off your dog head!"
Ye Cangtian's icy voice sent a shiver down Kakumura's spine.
However, Kakumura remained defiant, scoffing, "Ye Cangtian, the people of our ninja clan do not bow to threats. Don't say I didn't warn you, if you kill me, you won't be able to leave this temple!"
Kakumura's words were not baseless. The temple was the stronghold of the ninja clan, filled with countless ninjas.
Let alone Ye Cangtian, a Xuan-level expert, even a Di-level expert would find it impossible to leave with two liabilities.
"Since you wish to die, I shall oblige!"
Ye Cangtian ignored the threat, confident he could carve a bloody path out with the two of them.
But just as he was about to strike down Kakumura, a silver light shot out from within the temple.
Ding...
Ye Cangtian, with his sharp reflexes, immediately blocked with his dagger, producing a clear ring. The immense force sent him staggering back two steps.
Seizing this opportunity, Kakumura instantly broke free from Ye Cangtian's hold.
A Di-level expert?
Ye Cangtian's expression turned grim.
Although he was at the Xuan level, he was already infinitely close to the Di level.
And the dagger that shot out had forced him back two steps, even making his arm go numb, indicating the opponent was at least a Di-level expert.
Hiss!
Just then, the door of the temple room from which the dagger was thrown opened.
A middle-aged man, appearing to be in his fifties, clad in a black robe, slowly emerged.
"Stand down, everyone!"
The middle-aged man said it plainly, and all the ninjas present immediately ceased their attacks, bowing respectfully to him before retreating to the sides.
Even Kakumura quickly stepped forward and bowed respectfully, wanting to say something but was stopped by a gesture from the man.
"I am Sasaki, an Jōnin of the ninja clan."
The middle-aged man introduced himself and then continued, "Ye Cangtian, you are a guest from afar. We welcome your visit. Shall we let bygones be bygones regarding the previous conflict?"
Looking at the middle-aged man who had emerged, Ye Cangtian couldn't help but frown, finding him somewhat unfathomable.
Since the man had intervened at a crucial moment, he must know everything that had happened here. The plaque earlier was likely related to him, or at least tolerated by him.
Now that he had smashed the plaque and caused trouble, and this person was not pursuing the matter, it was indeed puzzling!
Of course.
Just because the other party wasn't pursuing it didn't mean Ye Cangtian wanted to let it go.
He said coldly, "I'm willing to let this matter go too, but as a Chinese, I cannot just let it pass! He must apologize to me and all Chinese people today!"
As Ye Cangtian spoke, he pointed directly at Kakumura.
Across from him, Sasaki's brow furrowed slightly, but it returned to its original state in an instant.
He glanced at Kakumura and said faintly, "Apologize."
"Sir, I..."
Kakumura was stunned and somewhat unwilling.
But he also knew that Sasaki was always firm in his word and disliked repetition.
So, despite his reluctance, Kakumura had no choice but to compromise.
He slowly walked up to Ye Cangtian, gritting his teeth, "I, Kakumura, am ashamed of my actions. I hope Mr. Ye and my Chinese friends can forgive me. I am sorry!"
With that, Kakumura bowed again and quickly retreated to the side.
"Even though I know you're not sincere, it doesn't matter," Ye Cangtian glanced at Kakumura and said disdainfully.
On the other side, Sasaki watched everything and said, "Since this matter is settled, Ye Cangtian, please feel free to do as you please. I shall not accompany you further!"
"Wait."
Just as Sasaki turned to leave, Ye Cangtian called out to stop him, then said, "Today, I finally met the legendary Jōnin of the Eastern Isles. It would be a shame to leave like this. I wish to spar a few moves!"
He's crazy?
Gu Yue beside him looked at Ye Cangtian in disbelief. Challenging a Jōnin now, wasn't that giving the opponent an opportunity to kill him?
Shangguan Yun's expression also changed slightly. Ye Cangtian's strength was undeniable, but there was still a significant gap in dealing with a Jōnin...
"Hmm?"
Sasaki looked at Ye Cangtian, a hint of surprise appearing in his eyes.
He knew the purpose of the opponent's visit to the Eastern Isles. To engage in a fight with him before even attempting to rescue Gu Qin was foolish, wasn't it?
After all, the opponent was only at the Xuan level and had no chance of victory against him. If he were to be injured, how could he rescue Gu Qin?
Thinking this, Sasaki said faintly, "Are you sure? My strikes are not light!"
"I am sure."
Ye Cangtian said calmly and then made a gesture of invitation.
Heh heh, this idiot. He was just thinking about how to kill him, and he voluntarily delivered himself!
Truly brainless!
Seeing this, Kakumura was overjoyed.
After all, even in a spar, Sasaki would have to be careful not to kill him for his reputation. However, if he struck a bit harder and crippled Ye Cangtian, the Dragon Group wouldn't say anything.
It was Ye Cangtian, after all, who didn't know the immensity of heaven and earth.
"Alright, since you're interested, I'll indulge you." Sasaki said faintly and then walked towards Ye Cangtian.
Though he walked, his speed was astonishing, as if he had shrunk the distance to mere inches. In a blink of an eye, he was in front of Ye Cangtian and threw a simple punch.
Boom!
With a thundering sound, Ye Cangtian met the punch without fear.
However, in the next moment, he couldn't help but retreat two steps, feeling a slight disruption in his qi and blood.
Ultimately, there was still a gap between him and a Di-level expert.
On the other side, Sasaki frowned. To be able to achieve what Ye Cangtian did at the Xuan level was indeed rare!
Such individuals were absolute prodigies. Given time, they could break through the barrier to reach the Di level, and it was highly probable.
Thinking this, a trace of ruthlessness flashed in Sasaki's eyes. Someone like this would undoubtedly become a great enemy of the ninja clan in the future, and he could not afford to let him go easily.
The next moment.
Sasaki's figure suddenly appeared before Ye Cangtian, and he unleashed a flurry of hand strikes.
This time, he held nothing back. His objective was clear: to completely cripple Ye Cangtian.
So fast!
Ye Cangtian was filled with awe, but his reaction was not slow, and he met the onslaught with both fists.