Published: February 26, 2025
Tan Yun looked at Bai Cheng Divine King, saying, "Please don't get angry over a worthless dog."
Upon hearing this, Bai Cheng Divine King became even more furious, "You dare to speak to me like that? You are just a mere seventh rank celestial god!"
Tan Yun remained calm, "Even if I am a seventh rank celestial god, it doesn't mean I have to lower myself to your level. I will not be provoked by his words."
Bai Cheng Divine King took a deep breath, trying to regain his composure. "You have a good head on your shoulders, but be careful. The one who uses the provocation tactic may not be the one with the real power."
Tan Yun nodded, understanding the underlying message. He knew that Ma Lin's true intentions were more sinister than mere words.
"Let's not waste our time on meaningless banter. What do you really want?" Tan Yun asked, his tone steady.
Ma Lin smirked, "What I want is simple, to see if you really have the guts to stand against me."
Bai Cheng Divine King interjected, "Don’t be fooled by his words, Yun'er. He may seem confident, but he is struggling to carry the weight of his own ambitions."
Tan Yun took a moment to think, weighing his options. He understood the stakes were high, and the tension in the air was palpable.
"I will not be swayed by anyone's provocations. I will make my own choices," Tan Yun declared firmly.
Bai Cheng Divine King smiled, "That's the spirit! Show him what you're made of, Yun'er!"
With determination in his eyes, Tan Yun prepared to confront whatever challenges lay ahead.
As soon as these words were spoken, Ma Boshan at the seats had his nose twisted in anger! This kid not only insulted his son but also insulted him!
At this moment, Celestial Master Lingxia glanced at Li Shiyin and transmitted, "Shiyin, you were right in your previous prediction; Jing Yun has indeed agreed to a life-and-death battle with Jiang Xu. Can you guess if this kid will agree to Ma Lin's challenge?"
"Does this even need guessing?" Li Shiyin transmitted back, "Jing Yun's injury is not healed, and Ma Lin is a ninth rank celestial god, not someone to be trifled with. If he agrees, what difference does it make from seeking death?"
Celestial Master Lingxia transmitted, "Daughter, my feeling this time is different from yours. Pay close attention to Jing Yun's eyes."
"Those eyes are terrifyingly calm. I believe he will accept and may even turn the tables and kill Ma Lin despite his injuries."
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While the mother and daughter were exchanging thoughts through transmission, Tan Yun wore a cold smile, looking at Ma Lin and said, "You say I won't agree, then your grandson, right?"
"That's right." Ma Lin exuded an intimidating aura.
Tan Yun chuckled, "Even though I am injured, I have always acted as a grandparent."
"As long as you agree, if I win and defeat you, you will call me 'grandfather', and your father will call me 'father', then I will agree to the life-and-death battle."
"Otherwise, say whatever you want; I will not agree."
As soon as Tan Yun finished speaking, Ma Boshan suddenly stood up, raging, "Jing Yun, you are being outrageous!"
Facing the reprimand, a smile appeared on Tan Yun's pale face, and then he turned back and said, "Master Ma, you also see, I am heavily injured. If you and your son agree, then Ma Lin will likely kill me to avenge your deceased son, Ma Xiang."
"If you miss this opportunity, you surely can't come to our Bai family army to kill me in the future, right?"
"In short, as long as you agree, if I defeat Ma Lin, you will call me 'father', then I will agree to your elder son's life-and-death battle!"
"The opportunity is fleeting; you must think clearly about what is more important: your reputation or avenging your son's death!"
Upon hearing this, Ma Boshan clenched his fists tightly, and during the silence, Tan Yun said, "Alright, no need to think anymore, I will not agree to your elder son's life-and-death battle..."
Before Tan Yun could finish, Ma Lin hurriedly said, "Father, agree to him! I will definitely kill him, so you won't suffer humiliation!"