Chapter 478: Absolutely No Compromise
Ye Tian didn't wait around—this formation couldn't trap him anyway. Black Servant had just entered the array, a trace of panic in his eyes. "Master, something's wrong. I think the intruder is Ye Tian."
"So he actually came... Well, I suppose that was to be expected."
"Should we let him in?"
At that moment, Black Buddha gave a faint smile and said, "Hasn't he already arrived?"
Indeed, Ye Tian had already walked in. He looked straight at Black Buddha and said, "I don't care where you come from. Since I'm here, you should know what that means. Ten Thousand Buddhas Pay Homage, hand it over!"
"That's my rightful reward. And now you're reaching out and demanding it—how is that any different from robbery?"
"Robbery, is it?"
Ye Tian responded calmly, "But I know you didn't earn that first place through your own ability. That's why I came. If you don't want things to get ugly, hand over Ten Thousand Buddhas Pay Homage, and I'll spare your life."
"Insolent!"
Black Buddha glared at Ye Tian, thinking to himself: I've cultivated for so many years and reached this level—how could I simply hand over what I earned just because you say so? If he wants Ten Thousand Buddhas Pay Homage, I'll give it to him? Impossible!
"Regardless, I've already made up my mind," Ye Tian said. "If you don't give it to me now, I'll take it by force. When you lose, you'll still have to hand it over. So think carefully—would you rather give it to me now or later?"
Ye Tian's intentions were crystal clear. He had come here for one reason: to obtain this cultivation technique. For him, it was a matter of great importance.
And what he was doing wasn't immoral in the slightest—after all, the other party had used underhanded means to win first place. Given that, Ye Tian was fully justified in reclaiming the reward.
Had it not been for the Jade Emperor's interference, that first place would have been his. So now, in his view, everything he was doing was entirely right.
If a fight was inevitable, it was better to start quickly rather than waste more words.
At that moment, Black Buddha stared at Ye Tian, a strange glint flashing in his eyes. "I can tell you're strong. But do you really think you can beat me? I advise you to turn back and stop wasting your energy on a pointless fight."
"Oh?"
Ye Tian let out a cold snort. Did the man really think so little of him? He had come all this way—did Black Buddha really think a few words would be enough to send him packing?
No matter what the other party said, Ye Tian wasn't going to back down.
He had to achieve his goal before returning. Otherwise, how would he explain himself to others afterward?
In this world, nothing was truly difficult. Even if it was, he had to simplify it and complete it. That way, no matter how big the goal, it could be broken down and achieved.
Since he had already decided on this course of action, then he would see it through. Even if his opponent was powerful, he would still defeat him.
One shouldn't shy away from challenges just because they seem hard. If you don't even try, you'll never accomplish anything. Looking his opponent in the eye, Ye Tian smiled and continued, "I've already given you a chance. Hand over the technique now, and I'll let this go."
"You think things go your way just because you say so? What would that make me look like? Ye Tian, I know you're strong—but no matter how strong you are, you're still not my match."
"Big talk means nothing. If you really think I'm not your match, let's test it with our fists."
Black Servant stood to the side, heart pounding with anxiety. He had heard of Ye Tian's strength, so now he stood nervously beside Black Buddha, whispering, "Master, maybe we should just let this go today. Let's give in."
"No! I absolutely will not back down! He's already come here to bully us. If I retreat now, how could I still call myself your master? Don't worry—I won't lose!"
Ye Tian suddenly dashed forward, closing the distance in a flash. Black Buddha hadn't expected him to move so fast, or to strike without warning.
Boom!
Their fists collided with a thunderous impact, unleashing a wave of fiery energy. Both of them were incredibly powerful, and the force of their clash seemed to shake the very fabric of the surrounding space.
Ripples of energy surged through the air again and again. After some time, Ye Tian began to realize just how formidable his opponent truly was.
At first, he thought it would be easy to defeat him and claim the technique. But now he understood—it wasn't going to be that simple.
He had hoped to get the technique and leave quickly, but clearly, that was no longer an option. If he wanted Ten Thousand Buddhas Pay Homage, he would have to defeat Black Buddha—but that wasn't going to be easy.
Meanwhile, Black Buddha could also feel the immense power Ye Tian possessed. This man might actually be capable of defeating him. Though he had heard of Ye Tian's strength before, this was the first time he had taken part in a Golden List himself.
Now, looking at Ye Tian, Black Buddha said, "Hmph, I really didn't expect your strength to be this great. But if you're that powerful, why are you stooping to snatching what's mine? Don't you think that's despicable?"
"Is that thing really yours? The despicable one is you. Listen—meditation and enlightenment are my strengths. If we had competed fairly, you wouldn't have stood a chance. You think that technique belongs to you—but it doesn't. It belongs to me."
"Why can't I make you understand?"
At that moment, something strange stirred in Ye Tian's heart. He felt an inexplicable sense of pressure, as if his opponent were becoming larger and larger before his eyes. Suddenly, the entire space around him dimmed.