Chapter 7387
Full Sea and Full Moon
Xiao Chen got up and stretched his limbs, his bones cracking slightly. His cultivation was over, and feeling bored, he replied, "Okay, I'm coming."
Pushing open the door, one sees a beautiful young woman in her early twenties, dressed in a gorgeous gown, standing outside the villa. She has a delicate and pretty face, yet exudes an innate arrogance. Behind her are four black-clad martial artists, their auras deep and their eyes sharp, clearly seasoned veterans.
With such a guard, this girl's background is definitely not simple.
"You're Xiao Chen?" The girl looked Xiao Chen up and down. Seeing how young he was, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, which was then replaced by arrogance.
Xiao Chen's expression was indifferent, and his tone was flat: "What is it?"
The young woman raised her chin slightly, her tone carrying an undeniable air of command: "I heard that you cured the old lady of the Zhou family's chronic illness?"
"Yes." Xiao Chen nodded, already understanding... This was the trouble Zhou Keying had mentioned, caused by "letting slip of the tongue."
"Since it's you, then come with me." The girl said casually, as if she were ordering a servant. "My ancestor is seriously ill and needs your treatment."
A chill suddenly rose in Xiao Chen's eyes, his gaze as cold as ice, and each word he uttered was firm and resolute:
"roll."
The woman's pupils dilated suddenly, her arrogant face filled with astonishment... She hadn't even revealed the Man family's identity, yet this kid dared to refuse her outright?
What gives him the right?!
"Xiao Chen! Do you know who I am?" The woman took two steps back to steady herself, her voice filled with disbelief and anger. "I am Manyue, the eldest daughter of the Man family in the capital! I have invited you here to treat the old master who is in charge of the Man family! You have no right to refuse!"
She puffed out her chest, her tone suddenly becoming arrogant, with a condescending sense of superiority: "As long as you can cure the old master, gold, silver, jewels, power, and status are all yours to take! Wealth and glory are within your grasp!"
She paused, deliberately emphasizing her words, and invoked her powerful backer: "Let me tell you, my family also holds important positions in the New Martial Arts Association! Since you are a martial artist, if you want to establish yourself safely in the Dragon Kingdom, you'd better be pragmatic and not refuse a toast only to be forced to drink a forfeit!"
In her view, as long as the relationship between the Man family and the New Martial Arts Association is made clear, the boy in front of her will be so frightened that he will obey orders and even be grateful.
But to her utter surprise, news of the New Martial Arts Tournament's life-or-death arena had already been strictly sealed off by the higher-ups. Apart from core members, no one outside knew that Xiao Chen had just killed four New Martial Arts Tournament experts today.
"New martial arts meeting?"
Xiao Chen raised an eyebrow, a cold sneer flashing in his eyes.
He just killed four members of the New Martial Arts Association, and now someone is using the association's name to pressure him?
That's incredibly foolish.
Seeing Xiao Chen's expression shift slightly, Man Yue assumed her intimidation had worked. A smug smile curled at the corner of her lips, and she released a slight aura, speaking in an unquestionable commanding tone: "My car is outside. Now come with me!"
"What if I don't go?" Xiao Chen's voice was as cold as ice, his eyes filled with frost.
"You have no choice!" Manyue's face darkened, and she shouted sharply, "Take him away! I'll take responsibility for anything that happens!"
The four black-clad warriors behind him could no longer hold back. Upon hearing this, they immediately responded and moved. Their true energy surged, and their four large hands grabbed at Xiao Chen at the same time. Their moves were ruthless, clearly indicating that they wanted to forcibly abduct him!
But just as they got within half a foot of Xiao Chen...
With a flick of his sleeve, Xiao Chen unleashed an invisible wave of energy that exploded outwards like a raging torrent!
"Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!"
Four muffled thuds rang out in succession, and four martial artists were sent flying like kites with broken strings, crashing heavily into the villa's courtyard wall. The wall was dented from the impact. They coughed up mouthfuls of blood, lying motionless on the ground, their eyes filled with horror. Manyue's pupils shrank sharply, and she trembled with fear: "You...you actually dared to attack the Man family?!"
Before he could finish speaking, Xiao Chen flashed forward and kicked her precisely in the lower abdomen!
"Pfft!"
Full Moon tumbled down the steps in a sorry state, falling and getting dizzy and in so much pain that tears almost welled up in her eyes.
"I'll say it one last time: Get out." Xiao Chen looked down at her, his voice as cold as ice from the depths of hell, devoid of any warmth. "If you hadn't refused to defile the ground in front of my door, you would all be corpses by now."
Full Moon was in pain and furious. She raised her head and was about to curse when a figure suddenly blocked her way.
The newcomer was a man in his thirties, dressed in a well-tailored suit. He had a cool and aloof demeanor, and his brows carried the authority of someone who had long held a high position. He was Man Hai, the eldest son of the Man family and the elder brother of Manyue.
"Brother! This little beast dared to attack me and even hurt our people! You'd better hurry..."
"Snapped!"
A sharp slap rang out suddenly, abruptly cutting off Man Yue's words.
Man Hai's eyes turned cold, and he said in a deep voice, "Shut up! Do not be rude to Mr. Xiao!"
"Brother! You actually helped an outsider beat me up? This little brat..."
"Snapped!"
Another, even louder slap landed on her face, instantly making Manyue's cheek swell and turn red, leaving her completely stunned.
Man Hai didn't bother to look at her. He turned to an old man in gray behind him and ordered, "Elder Jing, take her back to the car and keep an eye on her. If she dares to speak rudely again, slap her thirty times without holding back."
"As you command, young master." The old man in gray bowed and replied, then stepped forward, picked up the still dazed Manyue, and strode towards the luxury car outside the courtyard.
In the blink of an eye, only Man Hai and Xiao Chen remained in front of the villa.
The coldness on Man Hai's face vanished instantly, replaced by a warm smile. He bowed deeply to Xiao Chen, his posture extremely humble: "Mr. Xiao, my name is Man Hai. My younger sister, Manyue, was young and impetuous just now and offended me in many ways. I hope you will forgive her."
If the people of the aristocratic families in the capital were to see the arrogant young master of the Man family being so submissive to a young man, they would be so shocked that they would be speechless.
"I understand." Xiao Chen said indifferently, turning to close the door.
Man Hai hurriedly stepped forward, gently blocking the door with his hand, and said sincerely, "Mr. Xiao, please allow me to say a few more words. I know that your medical skills are profound. Not only were you able to cure the Zhou family's matriarch of many years of illness, but you have also saved many people on the verge of death in the ancient city... In this world, if there is anyone who can save my ancestor, it is only you, sir!"
Clearly, Man Hai had done his homework before coming here.
He not only found out that Xiao Chen cured Madam Zhou's illness, but also verified Xiao Chen's deeds in the ancient city after he went down the mountain.
Seeing that Xiao Chen did not immediately drive him away, Man Hai was secretly pleased and continued softly, "If you are willing to help, sir, you can offer any conditions. Whatever the request, as long as the Man family can do it, we will do our best to fulfill it! We only hope that you will consider the sincerity of the Man family and give it a try! Regardless of the final outcome, the Man family will be grateful for your great kindness and will never forget it!"
After speaking, he raised his head, looking at Xiao Chen with eager anticipation in his eyes. (End of this chapter)