"Tat tat tat!"
A young figure with an imposing aura stepped into the courtyard.
He wore dragon pattern golden boots and a sky-blue tight-fitting outfit, black hair tied up, with accessories hanging around his waist.
The youth's temperament was truly outstanding.
Everyone in the courtyard had their attention drawn to him.
The Imperial Clan Clan Leader Niu Gao couldn't help but say in a deep voice,
"Old White Crane, when did your Min Clan produce such an extraordinary and ethereal junior? He doesn't look anything like your sly and sneaky style."
Clan Leader Baihe chuckled and scolded, "Can't you speak nicely?"
"If not, shut your mouth."
"This lad isn't one of my juniors. He is actually the master of these three golden mountains."
Clan Leader Titan exclaimed in surprise, "Is this the kid who's courting my great-niece?"
"Tsk, he does indeed look pretty and pampered!"
"Grandpa Titan, what does 'pretty and pampered' mean?" Bai Chenxiang had been staring blankly at Luo Yu, but when she heard Titan's comment, she immediately pouted in defense of Luo Yu.
Titan grumbled,
"Skinny arms and legs, more handsome than a woman, clearly all looks and no strength or manliness."
After that, he patted the robust Tailong beside him.
"Look at this, this is what manliness is, this is what solid means."
"He might not be as handsome as that youngster, but men should be judged on their strength. Who the hell cares about good looks?"
"Old gorilla, you can shut up now. Only someone with your taste would think bulky is better," Clan Leader Baihe retorted, unable to resist rolling his eyes.
Niu Gao laughed heartily, "Old White Crane, you are wrong. I also think a man should be burly."
"Like this skinny kid, I think he needs to beef up. Fortunately, my Control Clan has secret methods for building muscle. I'll write it down for the lad later."
The corner of Clan Leader Baihe's mouth twitched; he didn't want to talk anymore.
His Min Clan was known for their slender builds and speed.
While the Power Clan and the Control Clan were all well-built and stout, their aesthetic views were entirely different.
Luo Yu's well-proportioned physique was exactly what he preferred.
If Tailong's grandson became his son-in-law, he would have nightmares every night.
While everyone was bantering back and forth, Luo Yu had already crossed the courtyard and approached them.
Bai Chenxiang's beautiful eyes were sparkling, her previously empty heart instantly revitalized after not seeing him for three days.
However, as the man approached, the girl's reserve and shyness prevented her from taking the initiative, especially with others present.
She was about to speak to Luo Yu but then held back.
"Hmph!"
She pouted her lips and turned her head away, but her gaze still stealthily followed Luo Yu.
Luo Yu stepped forward with a greeting,
"Clan Leader Baihe!"
Clan Leader Baihe nodded and warmly smiled, "Has Young Master Luo come to see our Chenxiang again?"
Humph! As if you have to ask!
Bai Chenxiang's lips curved slightly upward, a hint of her proud temperament coming to the surface.
This guy had to give her a good explanation of where he'd been these past three days, leaving her feeling so hollow.
If his explanation was good enough, she would forgive him.
If he invited her out again, she would reluctantly agree to go with him, hehe.
In fact, Bai Chenxiang already harbored deep affection for Luo Yu; it was just the girl's shyness and pride that were at play.
However, Luo Yu's answer was unexpected to everyone.
"Clan Leader Baihe, I actually didn't come for Miss Bai today."
"Oh?"
"Hm?"
Clan Leader Baihe looked puzzled, while Bai Chenxiang's expression suddenly stiffened, the smile that had just begun to form freezing in place as she turned to stare at Luo Yu.
"Then you are here to..." Clan Leader Baihe inquired.
Luo Yu responded with a smile, "I heard that the Four Great Sects are meeting today, so I took the liberty of coming uninvited."
Clan Leader Baihe became even more baffled.
"Our Four Great Sects' gathering has what to do with you, a junior?" Titan asked abruptly in his deep voice.
Niu Gao looked at the young man, who spoke neither humbly nor arrogantly, feeling there was a special aura about him.
"It matters a great deal," Luo Yu said with a smile.
"Young friend, what do you mean by this?" Clan Leader Baihe asked, perplexed.
Bai Chenxiang was puzzled, wondering what this guy was up to.
"Since everyone is asking, I shall speak frankly."
"Actually, my purpose for coming here today is just one thing."
"And that is..."
Luo Yu paused for a moment, his profound black eyes locking onto the leaders of the three major clans present.
"To subjugate all of you."
"!!!"
In an instant, the eyes of the younger generation, Tailong and Bai Chenxiang, bulged in utter round surprise.
Clan Leaders Baihe, Niu Gao, and Titan looked steadily at Luo Yu, completely taken aback by his astonishing words.
To utter such a statement.
The air fell silent, as truly no one had expected Luo Yu to come with such an intention.
Clan Leader Niu Gao didn't look at Luo Yu but instead turned his head to look at Baihe.
"This kid's words are too bold, I almost couldn't catch my breath," he said.
"What did he say?"
"To subjugate us, that's just ridiculous."
"Old White Crane, this is your territory, your people—you must take responsibility for such nonsense," Clan Leader Niu Gao continued.
Clan Leader Baihe smiled wryly, never imagining that the usually sane Luo Yu would suddenly make such a remark.
Turning, he said:
"Young friend Luo Yu, you mustn't speak so carelessly."
"Some jokes are not to be made lightly."
"You mustn't insult the elders, and these two old fellows have quite the temper. If you truly anger them, I won't be able to protect you."
Luo Yu, hearing their words, showed no change in expression.
He said earnestly:
"Does Clan Leader Baihe think I show any sign of joking?"
Clan Leader Baihe was taken aback; indeed, he saw no trace of frivolity in the young man's eyes.
He could feel an extraordinary seriousness.
"Do you know what strength I possess, and what strength the Four Great Sects have?"
"Of course," Luo Yu replied.
"And yet you still dare to challenge us?"
During this time, Clan Leader Baihe had developed a strong fondness for the young man and naturally did not want to see Luo Yu do something foolish and get beaten up.
Luo Yu responded with a bow: "It's not a challenge, but subjugation!"
Shoop!
In an instant, the minds of those present felt completely off track.
No wonder they internally criticized.
It was indeed outlandish for a youth to challenge four veteran powerhouses, no, to challenge four mighty Great Sects.
And to claim he wanted to subjugate them was simply illogical.
"Old White Crane, this kid isn't a madman, is he?" Niu Gao didn't get angry; he just couldn't help but mutter.
"No," Clan Leader Baihe initially responded decisively, then hesitated slightly, "He shouldn't be..."
Luo Yu's audacious move had shaken his confidence.
Doubting what might have happened to Luo Yu during the three days he hadn't seen him, wondering if the man had suffered some kind of stimuli that affected his mind.
"Hahaha!"
A wild laughter erupted, coming from Clan Leader Titan.
He pounded his fists together.
"Interesting, really interesting."
"Never thought I'd encounter such an amusing affair at this gathering."
"Kid, do you think the Four Great Sects have been out of the scene for so long that just any Tom, Dick or Harry can come along and subjugate us?"
Confronted with the terrifying aura exuding from Titan, Luo Yu smiled.
"It seems that Clan Leader Titan is eager to try."
"Shall we have a go at it with a couple of moves?"