Free Web NovelChapter 649: Chapter 649: Won the Bet
With this in mind, he attacked with even greater force.
Jiang Xiaoyi was quite strong himself, having already reached the Fourth Layer of the Martial Emperor Realm. This strike was by no means light.
However, standing before him was Kuang Tie, whose strength had already reached the Seventh Layer of the Martial Emperor Realm.
Moreover, Kuang Tie’s physical body was incredibly robust, almost on par with a top-tier magic weapon.
In front of him, Jiang Xiaoyi’s talent could only be considered child’s play.
All the while, Ye Qingchen remained standing there, as immovable as a mountain and disconcertingly calm.
Kuang Tie ignored Jiang Xiaoyi, directly raising his own fist and smashing it against the incoming hand.
"ARGHH!"
A miserable scream instantly erupted from the crowd. frёeweɓηovel.coɱ
Kuang Tie indifferently lowered his hands and walked toward Ye Qingchen.
Jiang Xiaoyi’s right arm seemed to be useless, hanging limply at his side. His whole face turned ghastly pale from the pain, and his breath hitched.
He glared at Kuang Tie, his eyes filled with unwillingness.
"Young Master Kuang, by doing this, you are abetting a tyrant! If your family learns that you acted against me, they certainly won’t let you off!"
"Heh..." Kuang Tie snorted coldly.
"This Jiang Xiaoyi isn’t afraid of having to eat his words, is he? Kuang Tie is the only one in his family with the potential to enter the Ten Great Families. How could a small fry like him have any say in the matter!"
"Jiang Xiaoyi has truly suffered a complete loss this time. Not only has he lost face, but he’s also ended up in this pathetic state. He’ll likely be abandoned by his clan now!"
In just a few quick strides, Kuang Tie was already in front of Ye Qingchen, raising a hand to pat him on the shoulder.
"Little brother, you have a sharp mind. Very astute! I’ve guarded this place for three days and three nights without figuring anything out, but your few words of guidance gave me an instant epiphany!"
"You’re too kind. It was nothing," Ye Qingchen replied politely.
"That’s not true! Not everyone is as generous as you are, willing to share their comprehension with others. I, Kuang Tie, am willing to call you a friend!"
Kuang Tie laughed heartily, his expression growing more and more excited.
"Although I’m not in one of the Ten Great Families, I still have some power of my own. Little brother, if you ever need help, feel free to find me at the Kuang Family’s estate!"
Ye Qingchen glanced at the onlookers and ultimately nodded.
He had stolen the show during this session of comprehension, which would make moving about somewhat inconvenient. Having a connection to Kuang Tie would certainly make it easier to find who he was looking for.
The onlookers were shocked as they listened to Kuang Tie’s words.
Where on earth did this kid come from?
Everyone knew Kuang Tie’s Cultivation had already reached the Seventh Layer of the Martial Emperor Realm. If he gained insight from the Mountain and Rivers Sheji Map, wouldn’t his power rise to another level?
An innate magic weapon coupled with his Cultivation Realm would be an undeniable stepping stone into an Ancient Clan!
His future prospects were immeasurable!
"Did you just hear what Young Master Kuang said?"
"I heard him! Did he say he gained comprehension?"
"The higher one’s Cultivation Realm, the deeper the insights one can attain. Young Master Kuang was already a candidate to join the Jiang Ancient Clan. This time, it’s practically a sure thing!"
"Isn’t it the truth? Not only will Young Master Kuang rise through the ranks, but his entire family stands to benefit greatly."
"I’m just envious, to say the least. The rest of us should just focus on our own comprehension!"
"Honestly, what’s with Jiang Xiaoyi making a fool of himself all the time? He completely misunderstood Young Master Kuang’s intentions and still dared to try and drag him into it. Everyone must have seen right through his petty scheme!"
"Alas... what a sorry sight!"
In his wretched state, Jiang Xiaoyi saw that no one was looking at him and cautiously began to slip away. But he had only taken a few steps when someone called out to him.
"Jiang Xiaoyi, don’t forget our bet!"
The speaker was none other than Ye Qingchen.
He was far from a kind person. He walked toward Jiang Xiaoyi, each step seeming to tread directly on the man’s heart.
Jiang Xiaoyi’s steps quickened, but someone suddenly stuck out a foot, tripping him and sending him sprawling to the ground.
The pain racking his body was so intense he could barely get back to his feet. He searched for the culprit, only to find everyone instinctively stepping back, clearing a path for Ye Qingchen.
"Give it to me," Ye Qingchen said, extending his hand, a mocking smile tugging at the corner of his mouth.
With his bloodied face, Jiang Xiaoyi gritted his teeth and unfastened the purse from his belt, flinging it heavily into Ye Qingchen’s hand.
"Is that enough?"
Ye Qingchen said nothing. He simply weighed the purse in his hand for a moment before stuffing it into a pocket at his waist.
"And the rest?"
Jiang Xiaoyi clenched his teeth, his heart seething with hatred for Ye Qingchen.
I’ve already been beaten into this state, and this guy is still hounding me relentlessly!
He hesitated, and the gazes of the crowd gradually focused on him, filled with scorn and ridicule. freēwēbnovel.com
"Have you forgotten?"
Jiang Xiaoyi spat a mouthful of blood, his teeth clenched as he replied.
"I haven’t forgotten!"
"If you haven’t forgotten, then hurry up. I have things to do," Ye Qingchen urged softly.
Jiang Xiaoyi’s body went rigid. He struggled with himself for a long moment before finally bowing his head and dropping to his knees.
"You bastard, I won’t let you off easily!"
Coming from someone with no power, the empty threat sounded rather comical.
Ye Qingchen, however, was unfazed. He leaned down and whispered in Jiang Xiaoyi’s ear.
"Grandson, you haven’t called me yet."
Hearing those words, Jiang Xiaoyi’s entire body went taut. His eyes, crimson with fury, locked onto Ye Qingchen. His fingernails dug so fiercely into his palms that crimson blood dripped from his fingers to the ground.
"Grand... pa..."
"Very good. Truly my obedient grandson."
Ye Qingchen playfully ruffled his hair.
Jiang Xiaoyi felt an immense humiliation. His entire being was set ablaze with rage, and he wished he could tear the person before him to shreds on the spot.
But with so many people watching and implicitly protecting Ye Qingchen, he couldn’t lay a finger on him.
He looked up, staring straight at Ye Qingchen as the crimson fury in his eyes gradually faded.
"Kid, I will remember what happened today... You’d better pray I never run into you again..."
Leaving behind this threat, Jiang Xiaoyi fled in haste.
"Young friend, may I be so bold as to ask which family or school you belong to? I would be honored to make your acquaintance!"
No sooner had Kuang Tie finished speaking than a bolder man scurried over, his face a mask of flattery.
"Indeed! Young friend, we don’t know your master or what brings you to the Ancient Clans’ domain, but perhaps we could be of some assistance?"
"And of course, seeing as we’ve all been contemplating here together, we were hoping you might offer a pointer or two!"
As one person took the lead, others rushed to follow, each unwilling to let anyone else get ahead.
What a joke! He gives you guidance and you gain comprehension? Who would let such a golden opportunity, delivered right to their doorstep, slip through their fingers!
