CHAPTER 398: CHAPTER 386: YOU HAVE ANOTHER GROUP OF PEOPLE?(SEEKING SUBSCRIPTION)

Shi Tao’s words sounded sincere, but to the parties involved, they were full of provocation.

The three looked at each other, not knowing what to do.

After all, who knows if what Shi Tao said was true?

If he’s deliberately saying this to trick them, what should they do?

But what if he’s bluffing? His True Essence may already be almost depleted, otherwise, why hasn’t he made a move yet? But the expression on Shi Tao’s face didn’t reveal any flaws.

The only certainty was that if they delayed further, Shi Tao’s True Essence would gradually recover, making it even harder to kill him.

"What should we do? Attack?"

One person whispered, "If we wait until his True Essence fully recovers, we really won’t have a chance."

"But do we have a chance now?"

The person on the left showed a hint of fear on his face.

When the words were spoken, the three fell silent.

Yeah, do they have a chance now if they attack?

In the distance, the corpses of Song Fu and another lay there, both killed by Shi Tao in one strike!

If Shi Tao’s target was them rather than Song Fu from the start, their bodies would be cold by now.

The most terrifying thing was that even the City Lord, who had initiated Dragon-man form, was no match for Shi Tao, having his hands crippled, reverting to his original state, completely losing his combat ability.

Even if Shi Tao had only a small amount of True Essence left, would they be able to kill him? That was still an unknown.

"How about we seek peace?"

The man on the right licked his lips and said with difficulty.

"?"

The other two instantly showed surprise, looking at him as if to say, "Is this possible?"

"Try it, what if?"

The man smiled bitterly, "You’ve seen how strong he is. Even if we attack together now, we might be wasting our efforts. Instead of that, let’s try talking to him. Maybe it could work? Don’t forget, we have another group."

"Hmm."

"Then let’s try."

The other two nodded in agreement.

As the saying goes, it’s better to live shamefully than die well. Losing some dignity is nothing.

Moreover, there were no other people around here, right?

"Ahem."

The man in the middle coughed lightly, glanced at Xiang Long sitting on the ground with a dazed expression, then said, "Chairman Shi, you’ve killed the man who killed the martial artist of your association. I think there’s no need for us to continue fighting to the death."

Shi Tao seemed not to hear, his face remained unchanged, but he found it amusing inside.

Actually, what he said earlier wasn’t deliberate deceit but the truth.

After using the Five-Thunder Transformation Hand and Vajra Indestructible Divine Skill consecutively, his True Essence was almost depleted.

If the remaining three attacked together, it might indeed pose some threat to him.

However, judging from the opponent’s intention, they seemed to want to resolve the matter peacefully and avoid further conflict?

Where were they earlier then?

"Chairman Shi."

Seeing this, one person spoke anxiously,

"Old Hu is right. Song Fu has died by your hands, and even the City Lord was heavily injured by you. Even if he recovers, it would come at a high cost. It’s better to end this here."

"Chairman Shi, if you insist on fighting us to the death, we might die, but you would also pay a heavy price. Why do this? Besides,"

Another person spoke coldly, "We didn’t come alone from Jiulong City to Anshan City. If our group doesn’t return and another group arrives, how will Chairman Shi handle the situation then?"

"You have another group?"

Shi Tao frowned.

"Correct."

The three were delighted at this.

But also felt somewhat aggrieved.

If they hadn’t split into two teams, Shi Tao would have been lying on the ground by now.

"There are more than ten of us who came over. After entering Anshan City, we split into two groups. One group led by the City Lord came to the Martial Arts Association, and the other led by Brother Li went to the Awakened Association. They have even more people, Chairman Shi,"

Hu Yuan paused and said, "We agreed to meet after half an hour. If they don’t hear from us after this, what might happen, I don’t need to elaborate, right?"

"Half an hour?"

Shi Tao pondered for a moment and nodded, "That’s enough."

"Shi Tao, you!"

"Shi Tao! You’re underestimating us too much!"

The remaining two were enraged.

This Shi Tao is arrogant, isn’t he?

Does he truly intend to single-handedly eliminate all the B-level Awakened from Jiulong City?

But then again, even though they didn’t want to admit it, this guy probably could...

"Chairman Shi,"

Hu Yuan took a deep breath, "I admit your strength exceeds our expectations. But as they say, a rabbit cornered bites back. If you really force us, we might sacrifice just to drag you down. Even if you survive, you’ll suffer,

When our companions arrive in half an hour, it won’t only affect you, but also the Anshan City Martial Arts Association and the entire Jiangnan Sub-district Martial Arts Association, facing our Jiulong City’s rampant retaliation. Do you really want things to escalate to this point?"

"Chairman Shi, don’t push us too far!"

"So be it, we’ll fight to the death, there’s nothing to fear!"

The other two also showed determination.

Shi Tao scoffed inwardly.

If these three truly understood the gravity, they wouldn’t be talking here instead of attacking directly.

For him, there was no reason to let any of them go.

Especially considering their companions outside.

But before making a move, he had one doubt to resolve.

"Why didn’t you stay in Jiulong City and come to Anshan City?"

Shi Tao asked, "Also, why target the Martial Arts Association?"

"This..."

The three’s determined aura began to dissipate.

After exchanging glances, Hu Yuan sighed, "Chairman Shi, if we answer honestly, will you let us and the City Lord leave?"

"Depends on your answer satisfying me." Shi Tao said ambiguously.

The three exchanged looks again.

Instinct told them Shi Tao had no intention of letting them go, but what if?

"Sigh, this matter is long-winded. The City Lord brought us here to find someone who killed his good brother, Du Hao."

"So you’re here for revenge?"

Shi Tao’s mind involuntarily pictured Chen Fan.

Could it be that Du Hao was killed by Chen Fan?

Reflecting slightly, only Chen Fan had the strength within the Anshan City Martial Arts Association.

"Yes."

Hu Yuan nodded.

"Who are you looking for?"

"We don’t know this person’s true identity." Hu Yuan showed embarrassment.

"?"

Shi Tao frowned, "You don’t know the person’s real identity?"

"Chairman Shi, we aren’t lying," another hastily said, "We merely have two suspects: Li Ping from Anshan City Awakened Association, or a masked member from your association. The City Lord brought us to inquire about the masked figure."

"Masked figure?"

Shi Tao kept a straight face but mused inside—it’s indeed Chen Fan?

"Chairman Shi, do you know this person?" Hu Yuan probed.

"Hehe."

Shi Tao chuckled, "Never heard of such a person in my association."

"Is it? Is it?"

Hu Yuan sighed, "Seems we came to the wrong place."

"Yes, didn’t expect it to be a misunderstanding."

"Sigh, such a small misunderstanding led to today’s situation. Truly."

The three wisely chimed in.

Regardless of true belief, they must pretend for now.

Once out, regroup with Li Yan, then confront Shi Tao.

"I’m curious why you suspect those two?" Shi Tao asked.

"Well..."

The three exchanged glances.

Then revealed everything.

"So you suspect the masked person for his ability to kill a Commander-level Fierce Beast?"

Shi Tao showed surprise.

To his knowledge, Chen Fan used a bow?

Yet the mentioned suspect excelled in saber techniques.

Could these two be the same?

It’s unlikely, given mastering multiple weapon martial arts enough to kill a Commander-level Fierce Beast is exceedingly hard.

Even he abandoned weapon martial arts for fist and kick techniques.

"This..."

The three now regretted deeply.

Initially felt the suspect likely.

Now seemed entirely wrong?

Clearly, Li Ping from Awakened Association was more suspicious.

"Chairman Shi, we were careless. Actually, it mattered little, but Song Fu’s impulsiveness escalated our misunderstanding."

"Yes, Chairman Shi, now misunderstandings cleared, let’s end it today?"

"Chairman Shi, we swear upon departure, we’ll never seek trouble. Chairman Shi, trust us."

The three spoke earnestly.

Unbeknownst to them, Xiang Long also revived from daze, ears perked, awaiting Shi Tao’s answer.