Trouble at the Tavern

"Come in!"

After the door opened, Ma Han cupped his hands slightly towards Chu Jiang.

"These people are from out of town, some aren't even from Nanyang Prefecture."

"As soon as they entered the restaurant, they started causing trouble, complaining the tea was too weak, saying the wine was too dry, smashing tables and chairs, and then refused to pay."

"When the boss reported it, we went to handle it, thinking it was a simple civil dispute. Turns out, the other party's strength was no joke, and several of my brothers got injured."

"Liu Guangwu is still confronting them right now."

Ma Han quickly summarized the situation. Ever since the Lord had appeared on that so-called Human Ranking, the number of outsiders in Baishi County had increased significantly.

At first, they were relatively well-behaved.

But these past two days, disturbances had been happening one after another, and even the Demon Hunting Office was struggling to maintain order.

"Let's go!"

East Street, Wangxiang Tower.

"Kid, hurry up and get your Lord out here. As for you, you're no match for me." The man with the triangular eyes and a high nose bridge spoke with a hint of disdain and cunning in his gaze.

"You've damaged restaurant property, smashed and looted, and injured multiple people. According to Article 3 of the Public Security Law of the Great Chu, you should be imprisoned for a month!" Liu Guangwu said coldly.

"The law? Imprison me for a month? Are you dreaming?" The triangular-eyed man burst into arrogant laughter, as if he had heard the world's biggest joke.

The law was for the common folk, not for people of their noble status. It was ridiculous.

The men behind the triangular-eyed man joined in the laughter.

The Great Chu Dynasty was now tottering, in a precarious state, unable to even look after itself.

They were already stretched thin fighting demons, how could they possibly have the energy to deal with them?

Did they even have the capability?

"Besides, this lousy restaurant actually sold us such undrinkable wine, it smelled like shit from a latrine, and they still want money from us? What a joke!"

Liu Guangwu was furious. These damned martial artists, Wangxiang Tower was one of the best restaurants in the county, how could they possibly sell such wine?

They were deliberately looking for trouble.

"When my Lord arrives, I'll make you pay!" Liu Guangwu shouted.

At this moment, he was also bringing out his backer. He didn't like to bully people with his connections, but at this moment, he was doing just that.

This feeling of having someone backing him up made him feel incredibly exhilarated.

"We've been waiting for him. If his subordinates are this useless, he won't be much stronger himself." The triangular-eyed man inadvertently revealed an extremely conceited expression. What kind of strong individuals could emerge from this dilapidated place?

"Since your Lord is taking so long to arrive, I'll discipline you first and let you know the immensity of heaven and earth. There are some people you can never afford to offend."

On the third floor of Wangxiang Tower, a man and a woman sat opposite each other, raising their cups and drinking fine wine.

"Mad Saber, isn't it your lifelong passion to draw your sword and help the weak? Why aren't you acting yet?" The woman's voice held a hint of teasing and mockery.

She was gracefully built, her skin as white as snow, her eyes deep like a tranquil pool, and her lips curved slightly, exuding an irresistible charm.

Her long, dark, lustrous hair cascaded freely over her shoulders, and a vibrant red dress fluttered gently in the breeze.

Her smile was bright and captivating, her fingers lightly curled, as if filled with endless seductive power.

The man sitting opposite her had a stern expression. He was the second-ranked Mad Saber on the Human Ranking.

He was tall and sturdy, his skin a healthy bronze. Beneath his thick eyebrows, a pair of sharp, eagle-like eyes revealed a cold glint.

He wore a black cloak, and a long saber that gleamed with a cold light hung at his waist.

At this moment, the Mad Saber's cold gaze fixed on the woman before him, and he slowly said, "Bewitching Heart Demoness, mind yourself first! If this three-eyed brat dares to go too far, I will personally teach him a lesson."

These two were renowned figures in the martial arts world – the second-ranked Mad Saber and the eighth-ranked Bewitching Heart Demoness on the Human Ranking.

"Besides, their goal is to draw out Chu Jiang. They're provoking us deliberately, but they wouldn't dare to kill anyone."

"In broad daylight, they wouldn't be so audacious."

"The three-eyed brat is just a minor character. How could he dare to challenge the fifth-ranked on the Human Ranking? The main player hasn't even appeared yet. If I were to step out now, wouldn't that lower my prestige?"

The Bewitching Heart Demoness snorted, "Alright, alright, you're amazing, not fun at all!"

Their gazes turned back to the scene downstairs.

Liu Guangwu and the triangular-eyed man immediately engaged in fierce combat, but after a few exchanges, Liu Guangwu was clearly at a disadvantage. Seeing the situation turn dire, over a dozen Demon Hunters quickly joined the fray.

Liu Guangwu had broken through to the Tenth Level of Body Refinement after the battle at Black Tiger Mountain, reaching the peak of Houtian. Now, with the assistance of over a dozen Demon Hunters, he still couldn't match the triangular-eyed man. The latter was already at Mid Xiantian, his strength not to be underestimated, as he moved through the crowd like a cat playing with mice.

"Go down, kid!"

A sinister look flashed across the triangular-eyed man's face. His palm was surrounded by true qi.

"Black Heart Palm!"

"This three-eyed guy is going for the kill!"

The Mad Saber's eyes, sharp as blades, instantly leaped from the third floor, heading straight for the battlefield.

The Bewitching Heart Demoness smiled and followed behind.

At that very moment, a figure tore through the stagnant air like lightning.

He moved like a phantom, faster than anyone else. He struck swiftly, pulling Liu Guangwu behind him, shielding him like an iron tower.

The triangular-eyed man only saw a blur before his eyes. Liu Guangwu, who had been right in front of him, had vanished instantly, replaced by an unfamiliar figure.

"You dare touch my subordinate!"

Chu Jiang flickered, approaching the triangular-eyed man like a bolt of lightning.

With a dull thud, Chu Jiang's fist struck the triangular-eyed man with overwhelming force.

He hadn't even seen the attacker's face clearly before being hit by a massive force, his body instantly twisting and deforming. He spat blood and was sent flying backward.

"So strong!"

The Bewitching Heart Demoness's delicate body trembled slightly.

This person must be the newly ranked eleventh on the Human Ranking. His strength is indeed not ordinary.

"Are you here to cause trouble?"

Chu Jiang looked at the Mad Saber, his brow furrowed.

"Heh, you must be Brother Chu, the eleventh on the Human Ranking. We came to save your subordinate, how can you mistake good for bad?" The Bewitching Heart Demoness was displeased and spoke up.

"My apologies then!"

Chu Jiang said. Just now, these two had suddenly rushed towards him from the opposite direction with unfriendly expressions, and he thought they were here to stop him from saving Liu Guangwu.

Just as Chu Jiang knocked down the triangular-eyed man, a powerful energy fluctuation suddenly came from afar.

A blue shadow streaked across the sky at incredible speed. Where it passed, a gentle breeze blew, and its momentum was like a rainbow. As the blue shadow approached, everyone could finally see its face.

The newcomer was a tall man with a stern expression. His blue robes fluttered in the wind, and his pair of narrow, phoenix-like eyes revealed a hint of wickedness and wildness.

"Young Master, save me!"

The triangular-eyed man, already on the ground, spat blood and roared.