Prodigal System in the Flourishing City

"Chief Xin, isn’t this a bit too much! We..."

Upon hearing Xin Lifeng’s words, Mei Tingluan’s heart instantly filled with discontent.

They had already given enough face to the God Slaying Alliance, and were already ten miles away, still refraining from making a move.

Yet, Xin Lifeng actually asked them to withdraw beyond a hundred miles.

Before he could finish speaking, Xin Lifeng’s angry voice interrupted him: "Are you questioning me?!"

Mei Tingluan’s heart skipped a beat upon hearing this.

But before he could respond, Lu Xiaobu, who hadn’t spoken much, began to speak.

"Chief Xin Lifeng, it seems the status of the God Slaying Alliance is increasingly disregarded! Even a mere Golden Core dares to reprimand someone at the Out-of-Body Stage!"

"There’s a saying, ’A kind person is bullied, a kind horse is ridden!’ If you ask me, the Alliance’s exalted position no longer brings respect, but disdain from these people!"

Lu Xiaobu’s indifferent words spread quietly like a heart-piercing poison, causing the faces of Mei Tingluan and Xin Lifeng to cloud over.

"You shut up too!"

Xin Lifeng turned to glare at Lu Xiaobu.

Lu Xiaobu shrugged, opting not to speak further.

Only after seeing Lu Xiaobu fall silent did Xin Lifeng turn back to Mei Tingluan.

Yet, the turmoil stirred by Lu Xiaobu’s words still lingered uncontrollably in his heart.

Was Lu Xiaobu right?

Absolutely right!

As the chief overseeing warfare, he was well aware of the various attitudes toward the God Slaying Alliance on this island, from large factions to small ones.

Initially, they were seen as a Holy Land, untouchable!

However, as time passed, these factions and individuals no longer regarded the Alliance seriously, believing them to be mere gatekeepers, akin to stewards!

This is why calls within the Alliance for baring their fangs and outright unification were growing louder!

So, although he was still suppressing his emotions, his tone inevitably carried a chilling edge: "Withdraw or not!"

Embedded within his words was a soaring intent to kill, heavily implying he would obliterate them if not obeyed.

Upon hearing Xin Lifeng’s words, Mei Tingfeng felt unwilling, yet dared not argue further, and could only reply: "Withdraw!"

Sao Bao watched the scene with a quiet chuckle, then turned to Lu Xiaobu: "Brother Lu, excellent move, let’s go. I definitely can ensure your safety!"

Yet, silence persisted.

"And you lot!"

This time Lu Xiaobu didn’t need to speak, as Xin Lifeng directly addressed them: "Withdraw!"

Sao Bao felt an ominous premonition upon hearing this, glanced at the calm Lu Xiaobu, but didn’t say much—merely smiled: "Since Chief Xin has spoken, naturally we heed his words!"

Soon after, Sao Bao’s subordinates also retreated!

"Are you satisfied now?"

Xin Lifeng looked at Lu Xiaobu, his gaze faintly showing an uncontrollable murderous intent.

Being threatened is unpleasant, especially when repeatedly threatened by a junior!

This murderous intent was a warning!

A warning to Lu Xiaobu to cease his antics!

"Certainly."

Lu Xiaobu replied smoothly: "However, regarding the matter at hand, Chief Xin best not get involved, surely the Alliance has many other matters to attend to."

Upon hearing Lu Xiaobu’s words, Xin Lifeng squinted, then suddenly laughed after a moment: "So you’re saying if I don’t make a move today, you’ll just run away?"

"Perhaps," Lu Xiaobu smiled, his gaze fearless.

"Very well." Xin Lifeng glanced at Lu Xiaobu again: "Then how about I don’t make a move?"

He paused momentarily before continuing: "However, my patience has reached its limit! You’re a smart person, consider whether I’m worth it, whether you’re worth it!"

This was a stark warning!

Having been repeatedly threatened by Lu Xiaobu about that matter, he was growing very impatient!

If Lu Xiaobu still refused to restrain himself, then he’d be willing to risk everything!

Everything has a bottom line, and his had been reached!

"Of course!" Lu Xiaobu still replied with a smile.

Xin Lifeng glanced at Lu Xiaobu once more, then turned to leave and entered the Illusion Array.

He had made up his mind, he must initiate the plan within these two days!

Those insignificant details were no longer having any effect on the bigger picture; letting this Lu Xiaobu continue to act recklessly was the real threat!

This was why he chose to hold back once more—prioritizing the larger scheme!

And just as the Illusion Array closed, Lu Xiaobu immediately opened the portal to the Blood Continent.

He took out a large batch of bee robots prepared beforehand.

He dared not attempt such a feat in front of Xin Lifeng, or he would’ve surely been discovered.

And the Alliance’s arrays surely didn’t only possess illusion capabilities; they definitely included space barriers and soundproofing too.

Once the bee robots were in his hands, Lu Xiaobu finally exhaled with relief.

Then he proceeded forward.

Eventually, he stopped at the center of the encirclement.

"What courage, I thought you’d run away!"

Mei Tingluan looked at the approaching Lu Xiaobu with cold eyes, but among them was a higher-being sense akin to a cat playing with a mouse!

This was a common affliction among those from Yiji Mansion.

When facing countless slaves daily, with their lives under one’s control, this feeling naturally arises!

Beside him, Sao Bao was still attempting a final effort: "Brother Lu, what’s going on? Didn’t we reach an agreement?"

Hearing Sao Bao’s words, Lu Xiaobu felt a bit exasperated: "Sao Bao, aren’t you clever? Why are you now so wishy-washy? Are you too blind to see the situation, or do you think I’m too blind not to understand?"

Upon these words, Sao Bao’s last shred of hope was dashed, and his expression visibly darkened: "Brother Lu, I don’t understand what you’re saying! If you don’t need my protection, then I shall no longer presume!"

"Alright, then go ahead," Lu Xiaobu sneered.

Upon hearing their exchange, Mei Tingluan also chuckled and addressed Sao Bao: "Yes, you should go! He doesn’t need your protection anymore! Now, go!"

Yet at this moment Sao Bao showed no sign of embarrassment, instead his eyes flashed as he looked at Lu Xiaobu, then exhaled deeply:

"Brother Lu, maybe there’s some misunderstanding between us, let’s lay it all out clearly. You know what I’m worried about, so I assure you, if you come to my side now, I’ll guarantee your safety, and we can deal with our matters later!"

He hadn’t expected Lu Xiaobu to be so troublesome.

Lu Xiaobu had seen right through all his plans!

Now he was caught in a passive position!

If this Lu Xiaobu truly intended to go all out against him, he’d truly end up failing completely!