Chapter 1738 - 1740: Withdraw 100 Li
At this moment, the aura of murder was overflowing from everyone present in front of the God Slaying Alliance, but each individual’s reason was different.
In contrast, Yiji Mansion, which had been openly clamoring to kill Lu Xiaobu, was actually the least hopeful to see Lu Xiaobu die immediately.
In their hearts, there was an unspoken desire—to see the expression of fear on Lu Xiaobu’s face.
Just as when you curse someone, you ultimately want the person to realize you’re cursing them. If they ignore you, you become the one who is angry.
This moment was no different; they set up this formation naturally to instill fear in Lu Xiaobu.
However, they saw nothing of the sort.
"What a spectacle."
Lu Xiaobu not only was unfazed but spoke with an almost theatrical tone.
Hearing his words, everyone present was momentarily stunned, then quickly reacted in various ways.
"Lu Xiaobu, you’re dead!"
Mei Tingluan gazed coldly at Lu Xiaobu, "Come over obediently, and I’ll leave you a whole corpse!"
"Lu, come here! I want to see who dares touch you!" Sao Bao said eagerly.
Meanwhile, Xin Lifeng maintained a look of detached amusement, watching how Lu Xiaobu would choose.
He was in no hurry, confident he could crush Lu Xiaobu at any moment before his words even fully left his mouth.
Yet Lu Xiaobu remained equally unhurried.
Lu Xiaobu turned his gaze to Mei Tingluan, "From Yiji Mansion?"
"It’s good you know!" Mei Tingluan spat out without a single kind word, as if he’d swallowed gunpowder.
"Certainly foolish enough!" Lu Xiaobu chuckled.
"What do you mean?!" Mei Tingfeng erupted in fury.
The feeling was akin to a prey ensnared in his trap showing no fear, but rather provoking him, severely bruising his pride as a Hunter!
"No particular meaning," Lu Xiaobu scoffed, "just simply cursing you."
The atmosphere became peculiar, with everyone casting strange glances at Lu Xiaobu.
Really, at this time, still showing off verbal skills?
What good could come from angering the opponent?
"Lu, come over here! That’s right! They’re idiots with one punch; come over, and I’ll keep you safe!" Sao Bao hurriedly interjected.
He was very anxious.
He feared Lu Xiaobu’s comment about Yiji Mansion being fools alluded to the leak on cracking the collar incident.
If Lu Xiaobu exposed this matter now, it would surely escalate into a chaotic battle.
But Lu Xiaobu ignored him, instead turning to Xin Lifeng, "Xin Lifeng Housekeeper, with these people causing such a commotion at your God Slaying Alliance’s doorstep, aren’t you going to do anything?"
Hearing his words, a sense of derision washed over the crowd.
Oh, is that his backer?
Does he think Xin Lifeng being present means they won’t dare act, thus emboldening him?
If so, he’s really mistaken!
Indeed.
"Our God Slaying Alliance does not involve itself in such matters, as long as they do not attack us, we will not intervene," Xin Lifeng stated coolly.
The expression on many faces couldn’t help but reveal themselves following his words.
See, Lu Xiaobu, you’re still too naive!
Do you think us retreating ten miles is for nothing?
Do you think us hesitating to act until now has no reason?
You think we haven’t considered the things you’ve thought of?
Everyone was waiting to see Lu Xiaobu make a fool of himself.
Lu Xiaobu then continued, "Anyway, I’m here by the invitation of your God Slaying Alliance, the least you could do is send me off a hundred miles or so!"
Upon hearing this, some couldn’t help but laugh.
Xin Lifeng frowned, "Lu Xiao..."
Before he could finish, a voice entered his ear.
Secret Transmission.
Reaching the Nascent Soul Stage meant this skill came naturally to all.
"Xin Lifeng Housekeeper, I suggest you don’t speak so harshly; take a look at the gift I gave you."
A phone flew over just as Lu Xiaobu finished speaking.
At this moment, the phone was playing a video showing the conversation previously held between Lu Xiaobu and Xin Lifeng.
Lu Xiaobu employed the same trick he had used against Hengqin City’s Great General.
Technological devices lack Spiritual Energy waves, so unless one deliberately pays attention, they’re usually undetectable.
Seeing the video, Xin Lifeng’s face darkened quickly, crushing the phone in his hand, and then coldly looked at Lu Xiaobu, "What do you want? Don’t say you want me to kill for you, otherwise I’d rather let you expose this!"
"Indeed, I’ll keep my promise; as previously said, if you send me a hundred miles away, I’ll never reveal this!" Lu Xiaobu promised sincerely, "Otherwise, this video will spread across Gourd Island within ten minutes!"
"How do I trust you?!" Xin Lifeng gritted his teeth.
"You have no choice but to trust, or you’ll have to gamble. Just sending me a hundred miles out has no tangible consequence for you, why not give it a try?" Lu Xiaobu shrugged.
Xin Lifeng fell silent at these words.
A hundred miles meant little to him; to send or not made no difference.
Perhaps sending would indeed mean Lu Xiaobu would keep his promise, albeit the likelihood slim.
Nevertheless, choosing not to send appeared to lead to the same outcome.
Just as he said, why not try?
Meanwhile, as the two exchanged, Mei Tingluan grew impatient, "Lu Xiaobu, stop your scheming and come face your death quickly! Otherwise, we’ll blast you to pieces right here! Xin Lifeng Chief, isn’t it better you send him over? Such a coward, don’t dirty your hands!"
He believed his words were reasonable, merely asking Xin Lifeng to deliver Lu Xiaobu over to preserve face on both sides.
The result!
"Noisy!" Xin Lifeng suddenly shouted angrily, voice stern, "When has the God Slaying Alliance ever needed your commands?"
Already considering trying, added with Mei Tingluan’s sentiment implying he was timid, Xin Lifeng was infuriated!
Upon hearing Xin Lifeng’s outburst, Mei Tingluan felt a wave of confusion—what was happening?! Why did it suddenly turn like this?!
Sao Bao was equally baffled, unclear why events unfolded in this manner.
Amidst this, Xin Lifeng unexpectedly announced, "No conflict shall occur within a hundred miles of the God Slaying Alliance; everyone, withdraw a hundred miles!"
His nearly commanding tone caused all faces to change!
Their current encirclement was perfect; behind Lu Xiaobu lay the God Slaying Alliance, ensuring Lu Xiaobu couldn’t take refuge.
Meaning they effectively had Lu Xiaobu trapped in a dead end!
Pincer attack imminent!
And now, Xin Lifeng ordered them to retreat a hundred miles?!
What a joke?!