Chapter 128

Chapter 128: Steady

Chen Ansheng was at a loss for words.

Damn it, I’m not the one looking for a fight; I’m just trying to save face for you!

From the way you talk, it seems like you’re not satisfied with me?

Thinking about it, it was all Yao Jianyuan’s fault; if he hadn’t overthought things, I wouldn’t have had to jump in to challenge.

Immediately, Chen Ansheng turned to Yao Jianyuan, who was looking around, acting as if it had nothing to do with him.

“Chen Ansheng, respond.”

Seeing Chen Ansheng stunned into silence, Mo Wu sent him a message.

Only then did Chen Ansheng come to his senses. He wanted to explain, but it felt unnecessary, so he clasped his hands and said, “Disciple knows his mistake and will follow the Grand Young Master’s arrangements.”

Lin Xian’s expression softened. He thought to himself that this kid wasn’t arguing, which meant he didn’t seem like a reckless fool who couldn’t see his own shortcomings.

Then, Lin Xian looked at Zhu Min and said, “Since you’re so insistent, I’ll give you an opportunity. You can fulfill that challenge here, you and Chen Ansheng. Do you dare to accept?”

Zhu Min covered his face, feeling pain that twisted his mouth, and was extremely annoyed, yet helpless.

Little did he know, Lin Xian, that idiot, would propose such an absurd challenge. This lightened the dark clouds in his heart by half.

“What is there to fear?! I accept! Young Master Lin, a man’s word is his bond; don’t go back on it!” Zhu Min said repeatedly.

Lin Xian sneered and replied, “Look at your ambition; you, a dignified Xuanxian, are going to battle with the eighth realm. You still dare to be pleased?”

Indeed, such a challenge would be seen as a great humiliation by anyone with a bit of dignity.

But Zhu Min remained unfazed, looking completely at ease. In his mind, he thought that since he had already ruined his reputation with his last defeat, he had no need for face; he could do whatever he wanted.

As for the others, they were all incredulous about Lin Xian’s decision.

Chen Ansheng was only in the eighth realm; how could he possibly cross two major realms to fight Zhu Min?

Even Mo Wu felt it was very inappropriate and clasped his hands, saying, “Young Master, this…”

Lin Xian raised his hand to signal him to be quiet, then said, “Zhu Min, I will suppress your realm below the True Immortal level, and you are not allowed to use any items of Immortal Treasures or higher. Do you still dare to accept the challenge?”

Zhu Min paused for a moment, realizing there were conditions attached.

But… that little brat Chen Ansheng was just a mere eighth realm ant. He had only managed to injure him that day because of the Heavenly Sword Array. Without that array’s support, even at the same realm, he could easily deal with him.

Moreover, even if Lin Xian suppressed his realm with rules, his physical strength remained; he had nothing to fear.

Thus, Zhu Min confidently said, “Alright, I’ll give you face, Young Master Lin; I’ll still allow you to suppress my realm to the ninth realm!”

“That Zhu Min is too shameless; he even demands to fight Chen Ansheng at the ninth realm? Bah!”

“If I were a Xuanxian, I could still fight someone at the eighth realm with my physical strength even if my realm were suppressed to the first! Zhu Min is indeed living up to his reputation for being useless.”

“What a complete fool; he’s really embarrassing the Zhu family.”

…

Seeing Zhu Min’s shamelessness, the crowd looked on disdainfully.

Even with Zhu Min’s thick skin, he felt humiliated by the whispers. The two old men behind him wished they could find a hole to hide in.

“What are you chattering about?!” Zhu Min, with a flushed face, said stubbornly, “Not convinced? Good, I’ll take another step back and fight with Chen Ansheng at the eighth realm, just to prevent you shameless people from claiming I bully the weak. Everyone, shut up!”

Hearing this, the crowd fell silent, staring at Zhu Min like a clown.

Zhu Min directly ignored their disdainful looks and looked at Chen Ansheng: “Kid, are you afraid?”

Chen Ansheng raised an eyebrow and sneered, “Afraid? I’m afraid you’ll resort to some despicable tactics to ambush me mid-fight.”

Zhu Min’s expression darkened, angered, “Bastard, dealing with a minor character like you is as easy as lifting a finger; stop with your petty threats!”

Chen Ansheng wasn’t angry; he calmly replied, “What’s the use of getting worked up? Since you’re so confident, shall we add a wager?”

Zhu Min replied darkly, “A wager? Good, I’ll allow it; feel free to add whatever you want!”

Chen Ansheng immediately said, “This is quite straightforward! If you lose, you’ll have to kneel and apologize to me, the Grand Young Master of Xuanyang Immortal Manor, three times.”

Zhu Min furrowed his brows; that little brat was too arrogant. Did he really think he had a chance of winning? He would strip him of his skin later!

Seeing Zhu Min’s furious expression and silence, Chen Ansheng raised an eyebrow and asked, “What’s wrong? Are you backing down now?”

In a fit of rage, Zhu Min shouted, “Little clown, don’t think I can’t take it! I’ll kneel a hundred times if I lose. But if you lose, you’ll lose both your arms!”

“Fine! It’s settled!”

Chen Ansheng consented without hesitation.

What gave him that confidence?

Two things: first, he could break through to the ninth realm at any time, and second, the Immortal Soul Sword!

Zhu Min was merely of medium-grade talent, raised his realm with pills, and had only reached the Xuanxian level.

His body might be that of a Xuanxian, but he didn’t possess a Xuanxian soul!

A weak Immortal Soul was his biggest weakness!

“Alright, this time, I’ll make sure you understand what true power is!”

Zhu Min’s emotions were mixed; the humiliation of his last defeat lingered, but the opportunity for revenge was right in front of him!

With both sides settled for the challenge, Lin Xian waved his hand, and a True Treasure-level fighting platform appeared in the empty space ahead.

Then, he turned to Chen Ansheng and said calmly, “Don’t embarrass me or the Immortal Manor. Only victory is allowed; defeat is unacceptable.”

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Chen Ansheng nodded, “Disciple will definitely give it my all.”

“What are you stalling for? Let’s fight!”

Zhu Min, filled with battle intent, could not wait to fly onto the fighting platform.

Chen Ansheng, however, moved slowly, landing in front of Zhu Min.

The rest of the crowd gathered around the fighting platform.

“Senior Brother, do you think Junior Brother Chen has a chance?” a disciple from Bi Yan Cave asked.

“Difficult.” Gu Jue crossed his arms and shook his head, frowning.

“Yeah, I feel he has little chance too.” Another disciple sighed.

“Who cares, Young Master Lin is present; he wouldn’t let Junior Brother Chen lose his life.” Sun Xinhao said.

“That’s true. Alright, don’t talk; watch closely.”

…

Moments later, Lin Xian activated the power of the rules and suppressed Zhu Min’s realm to the eighth realm.

“Zhu Min, show everyone that you truly are at the eighth realm. Don’t play any tricks later,” Mo Wu shouted towards the fighting platform.

Zhu Min had the same intention; he thought he should test it first. What if Lin Xian cheated?

He then activated his internal Immortal power, unleashing a powerful aura.

“Thud thud thud…”

A powerful force surged forth, causing Chen Ansheng to retreat several steps.

Of course, this was intentional on Chen Ansheng’s part.

Because Zhong Li had said that revealing weakness to the enemy makes it easier for them to expose their vulnerabilities.

Zhu Min, with a brain that was already not very sharp, had been pampered since childhood, relying on servants to solve all his problems, and had no real experience.

He couldn’t confuse others but certainly could intimidate this fool.

Sure enough, seeing Chen Ansheng jostled back by his casually dispelled Immortal energy, Zhu Min’s lips curled into a smug smile.

This battle was steady!