Invite to a Challenge at Their Doorstep

After refusing the task to clear out the troublesome folk outside the city, two more shops came to the door seeking the protection of the martial arts hall.

They would pay the protective fee on time, only asking for Liao Ya's aid at critical moments.

This was just a standard affiliation, essentially like picking up money for nothing. Yet, Lu Yao still refused them all.

"We have enough resources. We will slowly cultivate and improve our strengths. By remaining unchanging, we can handle any changes that come our way, and there is no need to trouble ourselves for a tiny bit of insignificant gain."

He wanted to keep a low profile and level up, and then come out of seclusion to crush any opposition. The idea was good, but sadly his adversaries wouldn't indulge him.

Early the next day, a group of people made a beeline for the martial arts hall.