#1283 - Chapter 1283 Ye Kong is not worthy

Inside the Floating Light Hall, emotions ran high.

Immediately, someone voiced their disapproval of Ye Kong.

"Why not?" This Ye Kong was recommended single-handedly by Elder Wang. Moreover, no one in the Supreme Origin Institute could surpass Ye Kong.

"We acknowledge Ye Kong's abilities, but his character and background..." The person paused there.

"Everyone here clearly sees Ye Kong's character. What? Any objections?" Elder Wang argued reasonably.

"It's because we see clearly that we dare to speak. Ye Kong is unworthy!"

This person was filled with righteous indignation, showing immense dissatisfaction towards Ye Kong. Elder Wang glanced a few times but couldn't recognize any conflict between this person and Ye Kong.

"Then tell us, what rules has Ye Kong broken? Produce evidence! You can't slander someone with empty words!" Zhang Tie staunchly defended Ye Kong.

"It's simple. Today's assembly is so important, and it was stated that all dispatched personnel must attend. So, may I ask, where is Ye Kong now?" This person wore a smug expression.

Hearing this, everyone looked towards the Supreme Origin Institute.

Those sent by the Supreme Origin Institute to attend today were all renowned elders and all disciples participating in the sect rankings.

Except for Ye Kong.

Everyone was familiar with Ye Kong, and there was no way to fake it.

"What? Am I wrong? Ye Kong isn't here. He's absent from such an important meeting. Is it because he truly has something preventing him from coming, and he doesn't take the Upper Realm seriously? Or is it because he has a guilty conscience and doesn't dare to come?"

This person's question struck the hearts of everyone present.

"That might be too late! Moreover, we've all heard that the person who annihilated the Fangshan Clan seems to have some connection to Ye Kong..." As soon as these words came out, the crowd instantly erupted.

They began to dredge up Ye Kong's "numerous crimes" again.

It was strange; previously, Ye Kong had performed countless glorious deeds, which everyone pretended not to see.

After Ye Kong displayed his prowess in the sect ranking competition and seized the top spot, someone's rice bowl must have been affected, as all the dirty water began to be splashed on Ye Kong.

Even those who once held banners and admired Ye Kong endlessly had now disappeared, even adding fuel to the fire of slandering Ye Kong.

"Do you have evidence for what you're saying?" Zhang Tie stood up and pointed directly at that person.

"And you all, were you watching from the sidelines when Ye Kong did these things? You're condemning Ye Kong based on mere rumors. It's absurd! I think we won't participate in this secret investigation team."

As soon as these words came out, there was an uproar.

"Since it's a major event for the entire Upper Realm, how can the Supreme Origin Institute not contribute?" Someone stood up and said.

"You're unwilling whether we contribute or not. It's laughable; you're saying whatever you want," Sheng Ge also stood up to retort.

"What? Is Ye Kong the only disciple in the vast Supreme Origin Institute? Are all of you just watching the excitement, without any strength?" Hu Yishao fanned the flames from behind.

"Who are you saying has no strength? If you're not convinced, let's have a match," Wen Jie stood up and said.

"You're not good enough; you're just someone I've defeated!" Hu Yishao continued.

"You..." Wen Jie was furious.

"Enough!" Elder Wang, who had been listening to Hu Yishao's nonsense from the side, could no longer bear it.

"The disciple the Supreme Origin Institute is sending is Ye Kong, and everyone here has been defeated by Ye Kong. As for all the speculations, we'll know when Ye Kong arrives.

If you continue to falsely accuse Ye Kong, I don't mind teaching you a lesson on Ye Kong's behalf first!"

As soon as Elder Wang said this, even Hu Yishao was stunned.

Others wanted to say something, but Elder Wang's gaze silenced them.

At this moment, the Heavenly Emperor, sitting above, slowly spoke, addressing the crowd, "Since Elder Wang has spoken, we'll wait for Ye Kong to arrive tomorrow before investigating further."

Then, he turned to look at the people from the Supreme Origin Institute, "Tomorrow, Ye Kong will appear at the assembly, correct?"

Elder Wang nodded, "Naturally."

"Then, let's end here for today."

The meeting ended, and the Upper Realm hosted a grand banquet for the various sects. Other sects used this opportunity to socialize, but the people from the Supreme Origin Institute returned to their assigned separate hall early.

When the lights were dim, several urgent questions came from inside.

"Where exactly has Ye Kong gone? Is there any news?"

"No, Ye Kong disappeared after coming down from Zhongnan Mountain. The last time he was seen was at Beichong Mountain in Yunbian Town. After he came out of the Misty Forest, his whereabouts are unknown," Zhang Tie said.

Despite his repeated attempts to contact Ye Kong later, the news he received was blank. It was as if Ye Kong had disappeared from the world, and there were no familiar people around him.

"How is that possible? We have secret agents in every sect. Don't they have any news about Ye Kong?" Elder Wang continued to ask.

"None," Wen Jie added, "It seems Ye Kong is deliberately avoiding being tracked. I don't know what he's doing."

"Did the spirit butterflies sent to deliver messages to Ye Kong fly away?"

"We sent nine thousand nine hundred and ninety-nine spirit butterflies. Nine thousand have already flown back with no news, and nine hundred spirit butterflies were maliciously killed. Ninety spirit butterflies flew to various sects..."

At this moment, the faces of everyone in the Supreme Origin Institute were grave.

Ye Kong, where exactly are you?

On Ye Kong's side, he was also shocked by the suddenly appearing secret passage. He was very familiar with Phoenix Cry Mountain, yet he didn't know when such a secret passage had been added.

It seems it was the work of this group of capable people.

"You people are really something. This kind of ability could be used for anything, yet you're doing things that can't be seen in the light of day," Ye Kong commented.

"Oh, you're already in a precarious situation, and you're still trying to advise us?" The man was very interested in Ye Kong.

During a break halfway, he even intentionally tried to recruit Ye Kong.

"Sure, then you answer one question for me first. Who are you working for?" Ye Kong asked.

"Living a life, being a little confused is better. What do you say?" The man asked back.

"Living a confused life is too boring.

Since the mastermind is a coward who doesn't dare to reveal their identity, then there's no future in following them. Otherwise, how about you follow me, Ye Kong?" Ye Kong asked.

"Hahahaha... you self-righteous orthodox sects are restricted by so-called rules and regulations, unable to distinguish right from wrong, good from evil, especially the mediocre Upper Realm, which has no future at all," The man stood up, "So-called future, you have to fight for it yourself, but it's definitely much stronger than you."

"Good idea, but impossible."

Ye Kong said bluntly, "Even if someone can easily shake the Upper Realm, it will definitely not be you!"