Even though they knew which clan these two young men were from, they didn't know their status or why they seemed so close to the tavern leader. It was because none of them had seen them in the maneuver arena during the recent competitive rally that had just ended.

Despite their curiosity, no one dared to ask about who they were or how they became so close to the tavern leader. Even the highly skilled martial masters from the three forces remained silent. However, the two young men at the forefront of the Monster Guardians Group and the Nine Conquest Monster Movement Group sensed that these two were no ordinary individuals.

Among the Nine Conquest Monster Movement Group...

"Young Master, let's go in. I've already arranged a special seat for us, sir!" said the middle-aged monster after seeing Zheng-Fu, Jin-Tian, and the tavern leader walk into the tavern ahead of them.

"Mhm… Let's go. I'd like to see if the famous Enchanted Monster liquor lives up to the hype," the young man nodded with a smile.

The Nine Conquest Monster Movement Group then made their way into the Enchanted Monster Tavern.

Among the Monster Guardians Group...

"Young Master, we've reserved a special seat, complete with beautiful women and excellent liquor."

"Alright, staying out here is a waste of time. My throat's dry already," replied the group leader, nodding in agreement before leading his people into the Enchanted Monster Tavern.

"Yes, sir!"

As for the Spirit-Hunting Wolf Group, they shared the same thoughts as the other two forces. With their arrogance and pride, they certainly wouldn't enter after the other two groups. The young man leading the group ordered his men to clear the way and entered the tavern ahead of everyone else.

This behavior was typical for them, and the other two forces didn't pay much attention to it. There was no need to compete over seating, as it didn't matter who entered first or last.

After entering the tavern, Zheng-Fu noticed that the venue, which was already luxurious, had become even more opulent after its renovation. As everyone knew, the Enchanted Monster Tavern had sustained damage in the recent battle and needed repairs.

"Young Master, your table is over here." After leading Zheng-Fu through the tavern, the tavern leader stopped on the third floor, which offered the best view.

Huh...?

When Zheng-Fu looked where the tavern leader had indicated, he saw that the table they were being led to was the same one he had used to watch the previous battle. Sitting there was a familiar-looking young man—the tavern leader's son.

"Young Master, please make yourself comfortable. My son will take care of you. As for me, I must excuse myself, as I have much work to attend to," the tavern leader said, bidding farewell after bringing Zheng-Fu to his seat.

"Thank you very much, Master Tavern Leader," Zheng-Fu replied politely, clasping his hands in gratitude before sitting down at the prepared table.

Flap!!!

"It's been a while. You don't seem to have changed at all," the young man greeted Zheng-Fu as soon as he sat down.

"I don't see any need to change. I'm always myself. Why would I need to become someone else?" Zheng-Fu replied with a calm expression, showing no hint of surprise.

"Hm! I see. You're always true to yourself. No need to change into someone else," the young man said with a slightly teasing tone. However, there was an underlying depth to his words, suggesting that he knew something more.

"Ha ha ha, sometimes I like to act like my father, and sometimes I switch to my younger brother. But the identity I enjoy most is being the one curious about other people," Zheng-Fu replied, fully aware that the young man was trying to probe him. He answered in a teasing manner, but his words carried a subtle, ominous undertone.

"Hehe! By the way, are you here for the drinks, or are you joining the maneuver, younger brother?" sensing the conversation taking a tense turn, the young man shifted the topic.

"Both, elder brother!" Zheng-Fu replied without hiding anything, as it wasn't something that needed secrecy.

"Oh! That's great. I hoped you would join the maneuver and aim for one of the identity badges from our Enchanted Monster Tavern. Only three badges remain, and many highly skilled martial masters are competing for them today."

The young man expressed his excitement and joy when he heard that Zheng-Fu would also be participating in the competition this time. He went on to inform Zheng-Fu about the number of identity badges remaining. Originally, the Enchanted Monster Tavern had received only twenty badges.

However, due to the last battle, ten of the badges were damaged, leaving only three that were still usable. The other seven had already been awarded to the skilled martial masters who had won ten consecutive matches in the previous rounds. As a result, many highly skilled martial masters had come today, hoping to claim one of the remaining three badges.

"Today's battle should be fun. I'll give it my best," Zheng-Fu smiled lightly, showing no concern or anxiety about the limited number of badges. In contrast, anyone else would likely have been stressed.

"Indeed, it'll be exciting. Young masters from the three major forces are also joining the maneuver, and their energy levels are all at the initial Divine Emperor stage. They're expected to win the last three badges."

"Nothing is certain. The wind can blow in any direction. Some may expect it to blow south, but it may blow north instead," Zheng-Fu replied, his words sounding casual yet laden with deep meaning.

"Mhm… A profound statement indeed. Good luck, younger brother. I must excuse myself to help my father with the guests. By the way, have you registered for the maneuver yet?"

"Registered? Do I need to register? I thought I could just join like last time. Where do I need to register, elder brother?" Zheng-Fu asked, a bit puzzled, because he had never known that he needed to register.

"No problem. I'll take care of the registration for you. Just wait here for the judges to call your name."

Swish!!!

"Thank… thank you… Sigh! He's gone. I didn't even tell him what name to register under. What if they call me by the wrong name? How will I know? I might lose my chance," Zheng-Fu grumbled after the young man left in a rush.

Ten minutes passed...

After the entire Enchanted Monster Tavern filled with people, a large, empty space in the middle of the tavern suddenly transformed into a massive black stone arena. This arena was made from a special type of ore that was extremely hard and resistant, and the high-level defensive spell tracery engraved around it made it even more difficult to destroy.

As the black stone arena emerged, a middle-aged man suddenly leaped onto the stage with great majesty. It was none other than the Enchanted Monster Tavern Leader himself.

"Welcome, honored guests. Today's maneuver will determine the recipients of the last three identity badges. I, the Enchanted Monster Tavern Leader, will serve as the referee and narrator of the battle. Without further delay, let's begin with the first pair. I invite the First Young Master of the Sky-Extinguished Curtain Clan and the Second Young Master of the Monster Guardians Group to the arena."

Swish!!! Swish!!!

Thump!!! Thump!!!

As soon as the tavern leader finished speaking, the two young men called upon jumped onto the stage. The young man from the Sky-Extinguished Curtain Clan had energy only at the initial Immortal Soul stage, while the young master of the Monster Guardians Group was at the initial Divine Emperor stage.

In this round of the maneuver, the young man from the Sky-Extinguished Curtain Clan was considered unfortunate to face such a powerful opponent. However, he showed no signs of backing down and stepped into the arena with pride.

"Young Master, please guide me," the young man from the Sky-Extinguished Curtain Clan said respectfully, clasping his hands.

"And you as well," the young man from the Monster Guardians Group replied politely.

"Let the maneuver begin!" the tavern leader announced, seeing that both were ready.

Yaa!!!

[Pulse-Quenching Celestial Curtain Fist Stance]

Wooooosh!!!

Upon hearing the signal, the young man from the Sky-Extinguished Curtain Clan immediately launched his attack. Though his fist stance was only at an advanced level, he displayed remarkable energy.

"Great! A strong stance!" the young man from the Monster Guardians Group said, not underestimating his opponent, and he even complimented the stance his opponent used. He then unleashed his skill.

[Guardian Monster Sword Skill: First Stance–Front Protection]

Woooooosh!!!

Yaa!!!

Boooom!!!

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