Published: December 25, 2024
As soon as he mentioned his mouth, Zhu Ji immediately recalled the humiliation he suffered that day, wishing he could split Qin Chen in half.
But he knew he wasn't a match for Qin Chen and hurriedly said to Xu Wang, “Brother Xu Wang, take a look, take a look, isn't this kid being arrogant to the point of being blind? Even with you here, he's this arrogant, he doesn't regard you at all.”
Xu Wang, wearing a long robe, with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes, glanced coldly at Qin Chen, “Was it you who hurt Zhu Ji before? You’re quite arrogant, aren’t you?”
Qin Chen knew the other party was deliberately provoking him, but he truly didn't have the habit of bowing down to others.
Moreover, who was this guy anyway? Had he provoked him in any way? Why should he lower his head?
There was no way around it; Qin Chen had this bad temper.
He glanced at Xu Wang and scoffed, “Who do you think you are? Do I know you from before? Acting like a big shot here! Do you think you're something special?”
To be honest, he really didn’t consider the other party significant. In Qin Chen's mind, the only ones who could be considered enemies were top forces like the Piao Miao Palace or the Xuan Yuan Empire; as for individuals, they had to at least be Martial Emperors among the royal powers.
Xu Wang seemed extraordinary, but at most, he was just a talented disciple from a certain force within the borders of the Strange Sword City. In a fight, he would probably just be someone Qin Chen could crush without effort, and yet here he was, acting all high and mighty.
Xu Wang was stunned. Initially, he heard from Zhu Ji that the other party was arrogant, but now he realized it was not just arrogance; it was utterly boundless arrogance.
He smiled coldly in anger, glinting a fierce light in his eyes, and said with a sneer, “Arrogant, indeed! It’s the first time someone dares to be this arrogant in front of me! I heard you have a female companion with good looks; let her come out and show herself to me.”
This was a complete provocation. So what if I treat your female companion like a courtesan? What are you going to do about it?
Qin Chen raised an eyebrow, his expression turning cold, “Didn’t you see what happened to that good example over there?” He pointed to Zhu Ji, “He was just too mouthy, which is why I beat him into a dog. If you don’t eat back what you just said, just wait to end up like him.”
Xu Wang's gaze turned icy, and he said coldly, “Kid, do you think you can stuff my mouth with real stones? Just because of what you said, I’m going to find a hundred or eighty strong men to ruin your mouth.”
“Brother Xu Wang, why not find some blood beasts or something?” Zhu Ji chimed in, feeling delighted.
He was initially worried that Xu Wang wouldn’t take action, but now it seemed fine; this kid was so arrogant that even the heavens wanted to deal with him.
“Good idea.” Xu Wang nodded in approval.
Boom!
A terrifying sword intent erupted from him, and in an instant, the entire street was filled with sword energy soaring into the sky, exuding an endless, sharp aura.
“Hey, isn’t this Xu Wang from Sword Valley?”
“What is he doing here?”
“Looks like there’s been a conflict. Who is that kid across from him, daring to provoke Xu Wang?”
“Although Xu Wang is not a disciple of the Strange Sword Sect, Sword Valley is one of the top sword schools within the Strange Sword City. His strength shouldn’t be underestimated; usually, no one dares to provoke him.”
“That kid looks familiar; did he offend Xu Wang? Is he looking to die?”
The commotion immediately attracted the attention of numerous passersby around, all stopping to watch.
“Kid, I’m giving you one last chance. Kneel down and beg me for forgiveness. I might spare your life,” Xu Wang said grimly.
Qin Chen sneered; did Xu Wang think he was someone to beg for mercy?
“Esteemed guest, do you need our assistance?”
At this moment, several low, deep voices sounded as a few terrifying guards walked out from the Dream of a Thousand Autumns Inn, speaking with a grim tone.