Yu Daohan slowly stood up and walked towards the backyard. After all, he was facing a group of juniors, and he needed to maintain his image.
Outside the Midnight Spirit Shop.
More than thirty people had completely surrounded the entrance of the Midnight Spirit Shop, making it impossible to pass. If one didn't know better, they might think it was a gang fight.
Su Hui glanced at the people around her and whispered to Xie Banghu beside her, "Senior brother, so many people have come, and there are even bald donkeys."
As soon as Su Hui finished speaking, the three monks who were chatting turned their heads to look at the two.
Xie Banghu gave Su Hui a helpless glance. "Junior sister, trouble comes from the mouth. They are disciples of the Ten Thousand Buddha Temple."
Su Hui shut her mouth and stopped complaining. At this moment, a young man in the crowd shouted, "I didn't expect the various sects to send disciples. I am Luo Xuan, a disciple of the Yan Shu Sect. Greetings to everyone."
As soon as Luo Xuan finished speaking, others also introduced themselves.
Inside the Midnight Spirit Shop.
Yu Daohan, having changed his clothes, walked to the front of the shop and pulled open the door.
Those who were introducing themselves heard the sound and looked towards the direction of the shop.
A young man with a pale complexion, handsome features, and a slightly thin build walked out.
Although the young man appeared somewhat delicate, his every move exuded an aura of dominance, making it daunting for people to meet his gaze.
"Is this Yu Ye, the number one on the Earthly Ranking, the peerless prodigy of the current martial world?" someone in the crowd couldn't help but exclaim.
Everyone sized up the young man emerging from the shop, their eyes filled with admiration.
They had entered their sects for over two years, and the legends of Yu Daohan had long since reached their ears. Everyone wanted to know what the super genius who single-handedly fought Huang Yong and suppressed numerous experts with his mere presence at the Nanyang Village incident, forcing them to retreat without daring to take half a step forward, looked like.
Yu Daohan scanned the crowd and coughed lightly. "I am Yu Daohan, the owner of the Midnight Spirit Shop. I believe you have all heard of me."
Yu Daohan looked at the crowd and continued, "I am the person in charge of your descent into the mortal world this time. If you encounter any difficulties, you can come to me. Whether you are a first-time demon slayer or an experienced veteran, you should be cautious when dealing with ghosts. Act within your capabilities to avoid losing your lives prematurely."
Some female disciples in the crowd looked infatuated. "Yu Ye is so handsome, and so young. He speaks without any airs, and most importantly, he looks so approachable."
Her companion beside her gave her a disdainful look. "Stop being a fangirl. Look at yourself."
"As if you look any better," the criticized female disciple retorted.
Yu Daohan, standing in front, thought for a moment and then spoke again, "Report to me here before midnight every night. Be careful with everything. I have nothing else to add."
Yu Daohan curiously observed these new disciples.
He had expected some show-offs to appear and act arrogant, but to his surprise, no one dared to step forward and boast. This made Yu Daohan somewhat surprised.
"Could it be that young people nowadays are all so low-key?"
Just as Yu Daohan was about to praise them in his heart, someone suddenly stepped out from the crowd. "Yu Ye!"
Yu Daohan couldn't help but feel speechless in his heart.
"Alright, I was overthinking. There will always be show-offs, no matter when."
Yu Daohan looked at the muscular young man walking towards him. "Do you have any questions?"
The young man grinned. "I am Yuan Jian, a disciple of the Tian Tong Sect. I've heard that Yu Ye is very powerful, and today I would like to ask Yu Ye for some guidance."
Yu Daohan looked at Yuan Jian, who was at least a head taller than him and covered in muscles. He felt a hint of disdain. If it were someone else, they might be intimidated, but martial arts competitions didn't rely on who was stronger. Besides, large muscles didn't necessarily mean great strength.
"Fine, I'll teach you a couple of moves," Yu Daohan said, stepping forward.
The surrounding crowd parted, creating an open space. Yu Daohan and Yuan Jian moved to the center.
"Do you want to compete in spells or in hand-to-hand combat?" Yu Daohan asked Yuan Jian.
Yuan Jian knew that Yu Daohan's Five Elements Technique and Flame Swallowing Technique were not to be trifled with. He was no match for him in spells. In hand-to-hand combat, he still had a slim chance. Even if he couldn't win, as long as he could force Yu Daohan back a few moves, his status among the younger generation would undoubtedly soar.
"Since Yu Ye has said so, let's compete in hand-to-hand combat," Yuan Jian said, assuming an offensive stance.
Yu Daohan grinned and raised his hand, beckoning. "Come."
As soon as Yu Daohan finished speaking, Yuan Jian stomped on the ground, and his entire body shot towards Yu Daohan like a bowstring being released. One leg swept out horizontally.
Yu Daohan chuckled. If it were about raw strength, apart from Wang Fubao, he had never feared anyone among the younger generation.
Just as Yuan Jian's sweeping kick was about to hit Yu Daohan's temple, Yu Daohan raised his hand and grabbed the incoming kick.
Yuan Jian's expression turned to shock. He had initially thought that Yu Daohan had only secured the top position on the Earthly Ranking through his spells. He believed that even an expert on the Earthly Ranking wouldn't dare to take his kick head-on. To his surprise, Yu Daohan had caught his powerful kick so easily.
The onlookers were also astonished. They knew Yu Daohan was strong, but they hadn't expected him to be this strong. He had caught Yuan Jian's fierce kick steadily without even moving a single step.