A Dish Best Served Cold (The Man In Rage)
Chapter 1597

The King of Fighters' voice echoed throughout the lobby.

Nonetheless, Sword Saint didn't respond to him but gazed at Ye Qingtian, who hadn't uttered a word ever since he arrived. "War God, what do you think?"

After a while, Ye Qingtian replied, "I've already discussed it with you before, and my stance remains the same. Before investigating the matter thoroughly, it's too early to conclude that Ye Fan is part of the Chu Sect."

"War God, how can you favor Ye Fan so much? Why did he protect Tang Yun if he isn't from the Chu Sect? How do you explain it?" Mo Gucheng questioned.

"Well, he could be doing so to repay her a favor," Ye Qingtian responded calmly.

"Repaying her a favor? Can he go up against China and the War God Castle for the sake of repaying her a favor?" Mo Gucheng sneered.

"How could Tang Yun ever escape if Ye Fan didn't sabotage me?

"Also, the hundred thousand people in China wouldn't have died if he didn't do so.

"Moreover, I could have killed Tang Yun already!"

One could feel the resentment and anger in the King of Fighters' tone.

Nevertheless, Ye Qingtian remained composed and said, "No matter what you say, it's purely speculation.

"Do you think it's appropriate to punish a supreme grandmaster based on speculation?

"It will be fine if Ye Fan is from the Chu Sect. However, what if Ye Fan helped Tang Yun only to return the favor to her? How can the War God Castle keep its head up?" "Besides, Ye Fan was ordered to join the battle in the rainforest and successfully killed two elders from the Chu Sect.

"Besides, even Yuan Lingguo was willing to impart his knowledge to Ye Fan.

"Do you think this looks like something that a spy from the Chu Sect would do?

"Therefore, I think there are many unanswered questions about whether Ye Fan is part oftheChu Sect. It's too early for us to conclude it now."

Since Ye Qingtian's explanation was logical and justified, the King of Fighters was stunned and didn't know how to respond.

"Humph! Even if what you say is true, Ye Fan indeed protected the head of the Chu Sect.

"And now, we can't avenge the people of China because of him.

"What excuse can you come up with to justify his action?"

Mo Gucheng continued to argue.

Ye Qingtian nodded in response without rebutting him. "About this, Ye Fan indeed made a mistake. "Nonetheless, it's not a grave mistake that leaves us no choice but to revoke his Supreme title.

Once Ye Qingtian finished, many who initially wanted to kill Ye Fan changed their mind.

Despite that, Mo Gucheng refused to let it go. "The head of the Chu Sect escaped because of Ye Fan.

"Also, we failed to avenge the people of China because of the same person.

"Aren't these reasons solid enough to sentence Ye Fan to death?"

Mo Gucheng continued to dwell on it and questioned Ye Qingtian.

At that time, Ye Qingtian didn't answer but gazed at Sword Saint instead. "Regarding this, I think you should ask Sword Saint.

"After all, I was only putting forward my suggestion.

"All of you should decide how to deal with the situation.

"However, my stance on Ye Fan hasn't changed.

"I think he has a strong sense of righteousness.

"As long as the martial arts world in China doesn't disappoint him, he will never disappoint us in the future.

"However, please consider the consequences if you're determined to destroy him.

"Judging from Ye Fan's prowess nowadays, it's difficult to kill him!"

Ye Qingtian reminded everyone sternly.

Despite the horrible incident in Jiangdong, Ye Qingtian's attitude toward Ye Fan didn't change much.

All the more so, Ye Qingtian still thought Ye Fan would be his best successor in the future.

As for the accusation that Ye Fan was in cahoots with the Chu Sect, Ye Qingtian thought it was rather unlikely.

After all, Ye Fan didn't do anything against the martial arts world in China ever since Ye Qingtian knew him. Although all signs in the Jiangbei tragedy pointed to Ye Fan now, Ye Qingtian opined that it happened for a reason. Deep down, Ye Qingtian thought he could have done the same thing if he was in Ye Fan's shoes.

When Ye Fan's mother and wife were in danger, it was cruel to demand absolute loyalty from him.

Almost none could remain calm under such circumstances, not to mention the young and inexperienced Ye Fan.

It was understandable that Ye Fan chose to avenge his wife and mother when he was devoured by anger.

Although rescuing Tang Yun was against the benefit of the country, it showed that Ye Fan cared about his family and friends.

Therefore, Ye Qingtian guessed that Ye Fan protected Tang Yun at all costs because he had to repay her.

Deep down, Ye Qingtian admired those who were righteous and valued friendships.

"You don't have to worry about our plan to kill War God.

"Besides, I still opine that you think too highly of the young man.

"I admit that it is rare for someone to be that strong at such a young age.

"However, he is no match for the elders who have gained fame for a long time.

"I could have defeated him soundly if he didn't ambush me but chose to fight me head-to-head.

"Since I can defeat the head of the Chu Sect, why can't I deal with the inexperienced young man?

Mo Gucheng's hatred and disdain toward Ye Fan were reflected in his tone.

After all, in all Mo Gucheng's encounters with Ye Fan, Ye Fan assaulted him when he was unprepared.

Although Mo Gucheng failed to gain the upper hand against Ye Fan every time, he couldn't help but disdain Ye Fan deep down.

To Mo Gucheng, Ye Fan was no match for him if they had a head-to-head fight.

However, Ye Qingtian merely smiled after Mo Gucheng finished.

"Sword Saint, there is nothing to hesitate. Please decide now.

"The martial arts world in China needs to be revamped.

"Let us kill Ye Fan to set an example!"

With that, Mo Gucheng glanced at Sword Saint.

At the same time, the rest of the attendees were waiting for Sword Saint to decide the matter.

After a long pause, Sword Saint finally said, "War God has a point.

"It's too early to conclude that Ye Fan is in cahoots with the Chu Sect.

"Nonetheless, it's true that he protected someone from the Chu Sect, went up against the War God Castle, and stopped us from avenging the people in China who passed away. "Hence, I propose that we shouldn't revoke Ye Fan's Supreme title for now.

"Instead, we can instruct him to go to Yaleview to kneel and apologize to the deceased. Let him repent his wrongdoings.

"Heavy punishment will be taken if he refuses to obey our verdict.

"Furthermore, his Supreme title conferring ceremony will be postponed indefinitely.

"We will decide if the ceremony can be held based on his performance in the future. "What do you think of my verdict?"

With that, Sword Saint glanced at everyone below the stage.

"Sword Saint, you..." The King of Fighters was dissatisfied as soon as he heard the verdict.

After all, the so-called punishment would merely tarnish Ye Fan's image to a certain extent.

"Mo, I think that's enough. Since Ye Fan is still young, we should give him a chance. Why must we get rid of him ruthlessly?" Tang Hao advised Mo Gucheng.

Meanwhile, the rest of the attendees nodded in agreement.

"We can stick with this for now before figuring out the relationship between Ye Fan and the Chu Sect." "Nonetheless, kneeling and apologizing to the supreme grandmasters are considered a heavy punishment."

"Since when has a supreme grandmaster knelt and apologized?"

"Humph! He has no one to blame, for he brought this upon himself!"

"The martial arts world in China is merciful enough to keep his Supreme title and his life."

While some heaved a sigh upon hearing the verdict, many sneered and gloated over it.

After all, it was an extremely rare sight to see a supreme grandmaster kneeling.