CHAPTER 201: CHAPTER 189: THE DARK SECRET

"Who did you say?"

Yuan Hao was furious. Gao Xuan actually called him a dog. His hand was already on the sword hilt, pondering whether or not to kill the opponent with one strike.

At this distance, he was very confident in dealing with Gao Xuan.

But killing a contestant in public, that kind of thing wouldn’t sound good if it got out.

Others would think he was afraid of Gao Xuan, so he resorted to such means.

As for legal responsibility, that’s not an issue at all. Just claim that both sides acted impulsively and accidentally injured Gao Xuan. A little compensation would suffice.

Just considering Gao Xuan’s background, no, Gao Xuan is a member of the Xiao Family!

It was only then that Yuan Hao suddenly remembered Gao Xuan had gotten involved with the Xiao Family. That complicated things; he couldn’t just kill him casually.

Yuan Hao, being from a millennia-old Noble Family, was very familiar with the hierarchy of families. He looked down on lower-level families.

But he had a deep respect for powerful families like the Xiao Family, even though he couldn’t get involved with them directly.

Suppressing his murderous intent, Yuan Hao said to Gao Xuan, "See you on the field. Don’t cry then."

After saying this, he turned and walked away.

A large group of followers gave Gao Xuan a fierce look before leaving with Yuan Hao.

A reception staff waited for Yuan Hao to walk far away before smiling apologetically and explaining, "Yuan Hao is the eldest grandson of the Yuan Family, very arrogant by nature. Please bear with him."

The Yuan Family ranks among the top three major Noble Families in Zhongjing City and has produced many Chief Governors for the planet.

The Yuan Family has an exceedingly strong influence in the governance system, engaging in military industry, pharmaceuticals, and other fields, accumulating terrifying wealth.

They have both power and money.

Even the Yan Family, who cooperates with the Yuanlong Company, seem like small fry compared to the Yuan Family.

The reception staff, fearing those from Mingjing University might not understand, specifically used the Yan Family as an example.

He comforted everyone, saying, "Yuan Hao has always been like this. You don’t need to stoop to his level."

He lowered his voice, saying, "If you really anger him, it could be troublesome."

Yuan Hao has been rampaging at Zhongjing University, committing countless misdeeds. At least two fellow students have died at his hands, and several missing ones were his doing.

Mind you, he’s only been in school for a little over two months, showing how vicious Yuan Hao is.

However, the Yuan family’s influence is so immense that even the president of Zhongjing University is from the Yuan family faction, and no one can do anything to Yuan Hao.

Nonetheless, Yuan Hao is notorious at Zhongjing University, feared by everyone as a villain.

Wei Zhenzhen attends Zhongjing University, so naturally, she knows about these events. She explained Yuan Hao’s misdeeds to Gao Xuan, concluding with, "Such a guy doesn’t deserve to live."

"You seem quite ruthless, wanting to kill Yuan Hao right off."

Gao Xuan was somewhat amused, "Would you dare to kill him if I gave you a sword?"

Wei Zhenzhen pouted and said, "I’m just righteously indignant!"

"Such a villain deserves to be killed..."

Xu Lingyun, eavesdropping on the side, was also quite outraged.

This guy, with his strong Jianghu air, likes causing trouble but doesn’t bully the weak. He most despised people like Yuan Hao who bully the soft and fear the hard.

Other members echoed these sentiments; just now, Yuan Hao was too arrogant, inciting a lot of resentment.

Jiang Xuejun loudly said, "Stop talking nonsense about killing him; if you have the guts, go ahead and kill him yourself."

Hearing her displeased tone, everyone dispersed.

Jiang Xuejun earnestly told Gao Xuan, "Don’t mess around; the Yuan Family is Pegasus Star’s premier Noble Family. If you hurt Yuan Hao, it would be hard to deal with."

"Hahahaha..."

Gao Xuan laughed heartily, "Why should I be afraid? I have big connections."

Kidding aside, was hugging the Xiao Family’s thigh just because Xiao Wan is good-looking? It’s because the Xiao Family’s thigh is thick enough.

Seeing Gao Xuan’s nonchalant attitude, Jiang Xuejun hurriedly said, "The Xiao Family is far away on Taurus. You’re in Mingjing; how could you take on the Yuan Family?"

"I’m kidding."

Gao Xuan casually said, "I’m not the type who acts recklessly."

Jiang Xuejun was skeptical. There was a wild streak in Gao Xuan, completely unconstrained.

However, Gao Xuan didn’t have any major grievances with Yuan Hao. This person was quite magnanimous and wouldn’t intentionally kill Yuan Hao over a verbal dispute.

The group entered the Middle Heaven Sword Dojo, guided around by the reception staff.

Indeed, the vast sword hall had full facilities, all in a traditional palace style, featuring grandeur and lavishness in character.

Gold, silver, red, and white as the four main color tones were quite garish, but because the dojo was extensive enough, it created a dignified royal atmosphere.

Even the sword-fighting arena floor appeared to be a bright red carpet embroidered with gold dragon patterns.

Of course, in reality, it was a special plastic surface, ensuring it was resilient and durable to aid swordsmen in performing better.

After touring, night had fallen.

The group went to a commercial area below the hall and found a famous hot pot restaurant to feast.

By seven o’clock that evening, Gao Xuan and others gathered in the visiting team’s lounge.

The lounge was spacious, equipped with separate changing rooms, bathrooms for males and females, a massage room, private lounges, and even a game room and virtual landing pods...

"They really are considerate... Let me try first."

Xu Lingyun really liked the landing pod. He always lived lavishly and was always tense because he couldn’t afford a landing pod. He could only go to specialized internet cafes to play.

The Xu Family didn’t buy one for him, mainly because they wanted him to focus on practicing the sword. With a landing pod, he might become addicted to games and turn into a useless gaming recluse.

Xu Lingyun wasn’t polite about it. Anyway, with Gao Xuan around, how he performed didn’t matter. He played without any burden at all.

Not only Xu Lingyun, but the other members of the sword team were also very relaxed. For them, coming out to compete was just like going on a vacation.

Having just one Gao Xuan was enough. Even if Gao Xuan didn’t want to compete, having Yun Qingshang meant a guaranteed win.

The sword team had two top-notch swordsmen, and everyone viewed winning the Sword Dao League championship on Pegasus Star as something already in the bag.

Some team members were playing cards, others were in the landing pod, and the atmosphere was very joyful.

Jiang Yuan felt a bit helpless, but he didn’t want to interfere.

Apart from Xu Lingyun, Qingyi Fei Niao and Jiang Xuejun were both very disciplined.

As for Gao Xuan and Yun Qingshang, there was no need to worry at all.

Jiang Yuan also knew that Gao Xuan would leave at the end of the year, and by the next year, the Feijing University sword team would be back to being at the bottom.

However, being able to win the Sword Dao League championship on Pegasus Star once in his lifetime was already very satisfying for him.

The honor pavilion of Mingjing University would surely record this event forever.

Jiang Yuan sat in the corner, pleasantly fantasizing about the taste of victory.

A sudden visitor interrupted Jiang Yuan’s daydream.

"Old Jiang, you’re doing quite well lately, looking all flushed and glowing."

The visitor was tall and burly, bald with no hair, a red face, and an especially big nose and mouth. He walked in with large strides and slapped Jiang Yuan’s shoulder heavily.

This person’s palm was coarse and powerful; one slap almost broke Jiang Yuan’s collarbone.

Jiang Yuan took a deep breath, his brows furrowing: "Han Peng, are you trying to kill me?"

"Hahahaha..."

Han Peng laughed heartily, "Look at you with that frail body, still working as a coach, you’d better go home and retire."

Although he seemed hearty, Han Peng was exceptionally rude, and his speech had a bit of a sharp edge.

Jiang Yuan’s face looked quite unpleasant, partly because of the pain and partly because he felt humiliated by Han Peng in front of many students; he really couldn’t save face.

But Han Peng was a Level 10 swordsman, the head coach of Sword Dao at Zhongjing University. His position was much higher than Jiang Yuan’s.

In past meetings, the most Han Peng would do was make a few sarcastic remarks, but never went this far.

This year, Han Peng seemed a bit anxious too.

Jiang Yuan said with a cold face, "Coach Han, this joke is a bit too much. That slap almost killed me."

"Hahaha..."

Han Peng nonchalantly said, "No worries, if I kill you, I’ll pay for your coffin."

He then arched his thick eyebrows, "Come on, Old Jiang, can’t even take a joke? That’s no fun."

Jiang Yuan felt somewhat helpless, but in every way, he was far from matching up to Han Peng and had no right to fight back.

He sighed and asked, "Head Coach Han, what brings you here?"

Han Peng sized up everyone in the rest area, finally fixing his gaze on Gao Xuan, "I heard you have a Sword Dao prodigy here, tsk tsk, indeed, he’s handsome."

He waved his hand, "Everyone else leave, I want to chat with this genius."

Jiang Yuan looked reluctant, "Head Coach Han, are you afraid we’ll overhear?"

"What, can’t you give me this courtesy?"

Han Peng rolled his big eyes, "Could it be that I’d eat him up!"

Jiang Yuan felt cornered, but he didn’t think Han Peng could actually do anything to Gao Xuan.

"Okay then, we’ll head out first."

Jiang Yuan signaled to the students to make room for Han Peng.

Xu Lingyun looked very reluctant; he really wanted to hear what Han Peng had to say.

Jiang Xuejun looked worried, Wei Zhenzhen pouted with some indignation. Qingyi Fei Niao also seemed a bit concerned.

But led by Jiang Yuan, everyone had to leave.

In the end, only Gao Xuan and Yun Qingshang were left.

Han Peng coldly glanced at Yun Qingshang, "Little girl, do you not understand my words?"

Although Yun Qingshang had a cold and noble temperament, and her features were striking, Han Peng didn’t care.

Regardless of who it was, no one could challenge his authority.

Yun Qingshang didn’t look at Han Peng and continued to lower her head while gently caressing the Po Jun Sword.

Han Peng’s face turned angry, and just as he was about to act out, Gao Xuan spoke up: "If you have something shady to say, then say it. If you don’t want to say it, then leave. Stop talking nonsense here."

An eighteen-year-old boy dared to speak to him so disrespectfully, this actually made Han Peng a bit angry.

He raised his voice: "Kid, don’t think just because you’re clinging to the Xiao Family you can be so arrogant!"

Gao Xuan instead smiled, "I’m arrogant, what can you do about it?"

Han Peng laughed angrily, "Kid, you’ve got some nerve."

He waved his hand, "Forget it, I won’t argue with you. I’m just here to tell you that in today’s match, you must lose to Yuan Hao."