Getting Stronger By Fighting

Chapter 919: Chapter 917: Earnest Admonition

Dong Tianlei was momentarily stunned, but he didn’t hesitate. He immediately stayed to the side, quietly waiting for Wang Zhan.

In an instant, most people had already left, while Zuo Linglong stood aside.

After everyone had gradually left, Zuo Linglong walked quickly to Wang Zhan’s side, and then slowly began to speak: "Master, you’ve already arranged for everyone to leave, so what should I do?"

"Hmm..."

Wang Zhan gently tapped a few times on his Sky Pavilion point, and then a slight smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. He smiled and said, "Well, you should stay here with the people for now, along with me inside the Sky Pavilion. This way, we can also take a look at the situation here, and I can analyze the situation for you. You might also gain some combat experience, which will be beneficial for you."

Hearing this, there was no trace of disappointment on Zuo Linglong’s face. He nodded, then turned and left.

After all, he and Xiang Tian had different personalities.

Xiang Tian often acted in opposition to Wang Zhan, but Zuo Linglong would not do so.

In the blink of an eye, Zuo Linglong had left.

Meanwhile, Wang Zhan’s gaze fell on Dong Tianlei. Wang Zhan shook his head helplessly and said with a smile, "Actually, the reason I kept you here is to apologize properly. After all, Xiang Tian acts without thinking and has just offended you, even saying such things. If you weren’t so forgiving, it might have led to another argument by now..."

Upon hearing this, Dong Tianlei smiled slightly, "At my age, how could I hold a grudge against Xiang Tian? And it’s not like I just met him yesterday. I’m used to his personality, so there’s no need to worry about it."

"Rest assured, I won’t become his enemy because of these things. The Sky Pavilion is a group, and it won’t be destroyed by any single individual."

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhan nodded. He walked to Dong Tianlei’s side, patted him on the shoulder, and said with a smile, "I’m relieved to hear you say that. In the future, I’ll be sure to teach Xiang Tian a lesson. It’s not just you he’s like this with; he treats everyone this way, which isn’t good for him."

Dong Tianlei just nodded and didn’t continue speaking.

Fortunately, as long as Wang Zhan was in the Sky Pavilion, he could always reign in Xiang Tian, preventing any chaos.

If Xiang Tian persisted in his ways, Dong Tianlei wouldn’t be so polite to him.

In the blink of an eye, Dong Tianlei left the Great Hall.

Standing outside the door, Xiang Tian, upon seeing him leave, immediately strode into the Great Hall. In an instant, he was already in front of Wang Zhan. Quickly, he walked to Wang Zhan’s side, smiling as he said, "Brother Wang, can we discuss this again? Are you really intending for me to stay in the Sky Pavilion forever? I truly wish to go out and fight alongside everyone. If you really keep me here, it would be torture, as if it were better to die than to live..."

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhan’s expression changed. However, he didn’t continue addressing the issue with Xiang Tian but instead said word by word, "I haven’t come to find you, yet you took the initiative to find me. That’s fine; let’s talk about the matter between you and Dong Tianlei."

Xiang Tian immediately said, "Brother Wang, did that old guy say something bad about me to you? You must believe me; we are brothers through and through, shoulder to shoulder. We are nothing like him, so don’t be fooled by his words."

Wang Zhan just rolled his eyes at Xiang Tian, "Do you think everyone thinks like you? Dong Tianlei didn’t say a single bad word about you. In fact, he even defended you, and yet here you are, disparaging him as soon as you arrived. I’m truly disappointed in you."

"I don’t know when it started, but how did you become like this, so different from when I first met you?"

"If you continue like this, I’ll send you back to the fifth war zone to retrain your character. Even if you return to the fifth war zone now, you’d likely become a focal point for everyone."

This wasn’t a joke. The strength of those in the fifth war zone was worlds apart compared to Wang Zhan. Even if Xiang Tian returned, he’d likely become a standout among them.

However, Xiang Tian had no intention of going back.

Xiang Tian rubbed his hands and then said with a smile, "Brother Wang, please don’t joke with me. I know you’d never send me back to the fifth war zone, and I can be of greater use by your side. Besides, I possess the legacy of the White Tiger Venerable. Although I can’t yet maximize its power, with time, I’m sure I can become a formidable force."

Wang Zhan kept a serious demeanor, glancing at Xiang Tian before speaking, "What if I’m not joking with you?"

These words struck Xiang Tian like a bolt from the blue, leaving him stunned. Over the past period, he had been tirelessly improving his strength, hoping to become Wang Zhan’s trusted aide. But to be cast aside now, and even threatened with being sent back to the fifth war zone, was a huge blow to him...

Seeing that Xiang Tian remained silent, Wang Zhan picked up a teacup from the table and then slowly said, "You need to realize when to amend your ways. What I’m telling you today is not a joke. Your recent actions have indeed disappointed me greatly. If you continue like this, I will really send you back to the fifth war zone to properly refine your character."

Xiang Tian nodded heavily but dared not speak.

After reprimanding him, Wang Zhan pulled Xiang Tian to sit beside him and earnestly said, "Of course I hope you can quickly become a strong figure. After all, I’ve watched your growth closely during this time. But have you noticed how your personality has changed greatly since your strength increased?"

Xiang Tian nodded.

He spoke with difficulty, "I, too, am aware of this. But sometimes I feel I can’t even control my personality, especially after gaining strength. I don’t even know what I’m doing, only wanting to fight others..."

"But rest assured, I will do my best to control this impulse and not cause you any trouble."

Wang Zhan shook his head and said, "If I were worried about you causing trouble, I wouldn’t have let you and Luo Xue stay by my side. And you should remember what I’ve done before. I’ve risked my life several times for you two; our relationship speaks for itself..."

Upon hearing this, Xiang Tian’s eyes gradually became moist.

Wang Zhan wasn’t joking; he remembered everything.

If it weren’t for this, he wouldn’t always follow Wang Zhan’s arrangements.

Seeing Xiang Tian’s attitude change, Wang Zhan spoke again, "So, everything I do is for your benefit. If you truly want to become a strong figure, you first need to cultivate your temperament. Without a sound mind, your strength won’t significantly improve."

Xiang Tian nodded heavily.

Wang Zhan then waved him off, saying, "If there’s nothing else, you should go first. When the battle starts, stay by my side. Rest assured, there will definitely be a place for you."

Nearby, Xiang Tian nodded, "I believe in Brother Wang’s words and will follow his arrangements."

Wang Zhan casually acknowledged, watching Xiang Tian leave in a flash.

After everything was settled, Wang Zhan stretched lazily. He sat in place, watching everyone’s backs as they left, shaking his head helplessly and murmuring to himself, "Being a lone ranger is more carefree. Controlling the Sky Pavilion has increased the matters around me. Even as a hands-off manager, I can’t completely ignore everything."

"It seems I’ll have to quickly deal with the Sky Pavilion in the future, at least to have those around me share the burden."

Suddenly, a voice of the Sword Spirit echoed in his mind. Then, the Sword Spirit inclined, "Now that you’re on the Star War Battlefield, you need to engage with everything. You’ve already become a dominant figure, something many can’t achieve, so stop complaining."

Wang Zhan looked at the Sword Spirit gradually appearing before him, then said with a smile, "You don’t realize how lucky you are. Managing a faction is so arduous. If possible, I’d like to switch places with you and freely increase my strength without any concerns..."

The Sword Spirit laughed, "Fighting others is also a way to improve your skills. I’m confident the upcoming battle with the Wolf Gang will richly benefit you, as their leader is no ordinary character!"

Wang Zhan was stunned, "You actually know about the Wolf Gang?"

"Of course."

The Sword Spirit said, "And I also know the leader of the Wolf Gang is not human..."