A refined and elegant young man, surrounded by several young masters, walked up to the second floor.
This youth was in his thirties, with a handsome and striking jade-like face, a faint smile hanging on it. He gave the impression of a spring breeze brushing past, generating immediate goodwill. The faint, almost imperceptible footsteps came from him.
The young man was chatting and laughing with his companions, his gaze lightly sweeping over the second floor.
When he saw Han Li’s ordinary and unremarkable face, he paid no extra attention and went straight up to the third floor. It seemed he was the so-called "honored guest."
As soon as these people went upstairs, exquisite dishes were sent up like a flowing stream by the waiters. Then the servants and retainers were shooed down by the young masters, clearly not wanting their conversation to be overheard by others.
Seeing this scene, Han Li’s interest grew even greater. He quietly extended his spiritual sense upstairs, catching every word of their conversation clearly.
"Brother Li, we really owe you this time. Otherwise, we would have suffered a great loss! For you to come here today gives us immense face. Come, let me offer you a toast first!" This was the voice of a thin and bony young man, filled with gratitude.
"It’s nothing. Those outsiders daring to kidnap people right under our Five Color Sect’s nose was already a violation of our sect’s taboos. It was only right for me to step in and rescue you gentlemen." The handsome young man replied politely, appearing very approachable.
Hearing the words "Five Color Sect" and "Brother Li," a flicker of surprise crossed Han Li’s face downstairs.
*What a coincidence! To run into someone related to the Five Color Sect like this!*
Han Li was somewhat surprised.
"Regardless, without Brother Li’s help this time, we would have been in extreme danger. In the future, if you ever need our help with anything, we will never refuse." At this, another young master seemed to say, thumping his chest.
"I appreciate your kind intentions, gentlemen! However, the people who kidnapped you this time also have a significant background. In the martial world, that individual is a notorious figure. Otherwise, given your status and position in Jiayuan City, how would ordinary people dare to touch you?" The handsome young man changed the subject.
"Exactly, these kidnappers are truly formidable. I was clearly sleeping soundly at home, but the moment I opened my eyes, I was in a completely different place. It truly gave me a fright! Luckily, our fathers and brothers found your father in time, or we would have suffered greatly!" the thin, bony young man said, still shaken.
"Actually, Lord Wang and the others didn’t even need to ask..." The young man named Li continued chatting with the others.
And from their brief conversation, Han Li pieced together the general situation.
These young masters, who were prominent figures in Jiayuan City, had been kidnapped by a group of outside martial arts experts. In their panic, their fathers and elders had turned to the Five Color Sect for help. This youth, who must be the son of the Five Color Sect’s Master, had quickly intervened and rescued them. Now they were holding a banquet to thank this young sect master!
Downstairs, Han Li gazed out the window absentmindedly while listening to the flattery directed at the young man named Li upstairs, hoping to hear some useful information about the Master of the Five Color Sect.
Before long, a question from the thin, bony young man perked Han Li up.
"Brother Li, I heard that Sect Master Li is about to celebrate his sixtieth birthday in a few days. Your residence must be preparing for the event now! Speaking of which, your father is truly vigorous for his age! At such an age, he’s still full of vitality and shows no signs of aging! We definitely must ask for a cup of birthday wine then!"
"Hehe! My father’s cultivation is profound, naturally not comparable to ordinary people. You gentlemen are welcome to come, and I would be delighted. Furthermore, my father just returned from inspecting our branch halls and is preparing to personally oversee the arrangements at our residence. He himself attaches great importance to this birthday celebration." The young sect master replied with a smile.
"Then..."
Hearing this, Han Li withdrew his spiritual sense. Since he now knew the Master of the Five Color Sect was within the Li residence, everything would be easier.
With this thought, Han Li drained the cup of wine in his hand in one gulp, fished out a piece of silver and placed it on the table, then said in a low voice:
"Waiter, the bill. Keep the change!"
After saying this, he went downstairs cleanly and efficiently.
The waiter naturally beamed and thanked him repeatedly from behind.
Once out of the tavern, Han Li glanced a few times in the direction of the "Li residence," a faint cold sneer touched his lips, and he left without looking back.
Later that night, he would pay a visit to the Li residence. If there were no other Foundation Establishment cultivators nearby, he would conveniently take the life of that Five Color Sect Master, fulfilling his promise.
But it was still daytime, and he was pressed for time. He needed to take this opportunity to handle other matters first!
Thinking this, Han Li vanished into the bustling crowd...