Apologize to the Copper Coins

The round-faced youth had actually been sent flying?

What?

What had just happened?

Forget those mortals—even Wang Meng blinked rapidly, yet he had not seen what happened at all.

Qin Jishi still maintained his previous stance, his expression barely changing.

"Young... Young Clan Leader... Don't... don't let that brat... leave..."

Others might not have known what had happened, but how could the round-faced youth not know? That blow had landed squarely on him, making him feel as though a giant hammer had smashed into his chest.

Staggering and stumbling, the round-faced youth returned to Wang Meng's side with a pale face. He did not conceal the killing intent shrouding Qin Jishi, wishing he could grind him to dust and scatter his ashes.

Sigh~

Watching the round-faced youth's indignant appearance, Qin Jishi gently shook his head.

He had already held back considerably. Otherwise, with that bit of cultivation, could he truly have withstood a single blow?

How could Wang Meng not understand what the round-faced youth meant? His brows drew tightly together.

Was he really a mortal?

What terrifying speed.

This person's strength was likely not to be underestimated.

What a joke. Even he had not seen how the other party had made his move. How could such a person be some nobody?

Moreover, the other party clearly knew his identity, yet had still attacked. That could only mean one thing: this person had a background no weaker than his own.

"Young... Young Clan Leader... You must uphold justice for me... You must..."

With so many people watching, how could the round-faced youth swallow this insult?

Qin Jishi remained exceptionally calm, merely watching him.

Seeing that Wang Meng did not react, the round-faced youth grew anxious. "Young Clan Leader, this brat is not only targeting me—he is targeting our Wang Family as well. If word of this gets out, where will the Wang Family's dignity be?"

Slap~

The moment those words left the round-faced youth's mouth, Wang Meng backhanded him across the face.

"Shut your mouth."

The sudden change left the round-faced youth frozen in place, unable to recover for a long while.

He did not understand why Wang Meng had struck him.

Qin Jishi's lips curved upward as he let out a faint laugh.

In his view, this boy from the Wang Family was not stupid. He knew how to assess the situation.

If Wang Meng had dared to throw his weight around without considering the consequences, then even if Wang Mang himself came, Qin Jishi would cripple him.

"May I ask how I should address you, friend?" Wang Meng asked in a lowered voice.

"A nameless nobody, not worth mentioning," Qin Jishi answered casually.

Clearly, Qin Jishi did not wish to reveal his identity. This made Wang Meng even more certain of his speculation—the other party truly had an extraordinary background.

"If it is inconvenient for you to reveal it, then so be it." Wang Meng revealed a faint smile. "I deeply apologize for what happened earlier. I hope you will not take offense."

"Young Master Wang need not be so courteous." Qin Jishi said calmly, "What about these ten copper coins?"

"Understood!"

As Wang Meng spoke, he turned his head, his tone brooking no doubt. "Why are you still standing there? Do as this friend says."

"Young... Young Clan Leader... I..."

"What?" Wang Meng narrowed his eyes. "Do my words carry no weight?"

"No... no..." Seeing Wang Meng grow angry, the round-faced youth waved his hands tremblingly.

"I'll do it... I'll do it..."

This was truly one evil man meeting another who could tame him. The round-faced youth did not fear Qin Jishi, but that did not mean he did not fear Wang Meng.

What a joke. Wang Meng was the Wang Family's Young Clan Leader. If he offended him, would he still have a place in the Lineage afterward?

Amid everyone's astonished expressions, the round-faced youth picked up the copper coins from the ground one by one.

Looking at the copper coins the round-faced youth held out before him, Qin Jishi said coldly.

"Apologize..."

"Ap... apologize?" The round-faced youth's eye twitched. "Don't go too far."

"Too far?" Qin Jishi shrugged. "Young Master Wang, is this your sincerity?"

"A'san." Wang Meng glared.

"I'll apologize... I'll apologize..." Under Wang Meng's pressure, the round-faced youth could only compromise.

"This... this friend... I offended you just now. Please, be magnanimous and do not hold a petty man's faults against him. A prime minister's belly can hold a boat—please do not lower yourself to my level."

"You are not apologizing to me. You are apologizing to them." Qin Jishi looked at the copper coins in the round-faced youth's hand.

Apologize... apologize to the copper coins?

You...

The round-faced youth's smile froze as a flash of savagery crossed his face.

This was bullying people too far!

Not only him—even Wang Meng frowned.

This was absolute, naked humiliation. Qin Jishi simply did not take them seriously at all.

"Young... Young Clan Leader..." Though the round-faced youth was furious beyond measure, he did not dare erupt this time. He turned to Wang Meng with an inquiring look.

Feeling his questioning gaze, Wang Meng did not state his position. Instead, he studied Qin Jishi.

There was not the slightest ripple on Qin Jishi's face. That could only mean two things.

Either the other party was putting on an act.

Or the Wang Family was not worth mentioning in his eyes.

Compared to the former, Wang Meng was more willing to believe the latter.

After all, Qin Jishi had been far too calm—so calm that Wang Meng felt a trace of fear.

More importantly, if the other party had truly been putting on an act, could his attack have been so fast that Wang Meng failed to notice it?

After pondering for a moment, Wang Meng lightly nodded.

Seeing this, the round-faced youth was greatly alarmed. He could not understand what background the other party had that forced Wang Meng to lower his head. It left him utterly baffled.

But what could he do even if that was the case? Wang Meng had nodded—could he defy him?

Daring not hesitate any longer, the round-faced youth began apologizing to the copper coins in his hand.

"Copper coins, I was reckless earlier. I must have hurt you when I threw you down. I know I was wrong, and I beg for your forgiveness."

After a moment, the round-faced youth's voice had become hoarse. "Friend, are you satisfied now?"

"Mhm~"

Qin Jishi nodded lightly, gathered the copper coins one by one, and placed them into the wooden box at his side.

"Remember, you had the chance to apologize to the copper coins this time. There will not be another chance next time."

With that, under everyone's astonished gazes, Qin Jishi walked into the city.

"Young Clan Leader... He..."

"Shut up!"

Wang Meng barked a reprimand. He watched Qin Jishi's back until it vanished from sight, then led his attendants into the city.

Gulp~

The dark-skinned man swallowed, his eyes filled with admiration.

They only felt that what had just happened was immensely satisfying. Justice would never be absent.

Imperial Capital City was truly a scene of flourishing prosperity.

Crowds of bustling pedestrians.

A dazzling array of goods.

Broad, straight Great Dao.

Extravagant and luxurious palaces.

Even Qin Jishi could not help clicking his tongue at the sight.

The round-faced youth followed behind Wang Meng, feeling more and more stifled the more he thought about it.

Yes!

Even if the other party had some strength, there were four of them. Could they really fear one man?

Besides, where was this? Azure Wave Imperial Capital City. Could Wang Meng's identity as a Black and White Academy disciple possibly be fake?

Still unable to let it go, the round-faced youth could not help saying, "Young Clan Leader, are we just letting this matter go?"

"What?" Wang Meng stopped. "Are you still thinking of washing away your shame?"

"Young Clan Leader!" The round-faced youth's face looked ugly. "When have we ever suffered such humiliation? I was careless earlier and gave him an opening. If I meet him again, I definitely will not let him succeed so easily."

"A'san!" Wang Meng warned, "I am telling you, this matter ends here. If you still dare think about revenge and something happens, do not say I failed to warn you."

"Young Clan Leader... But..."

"Enough!" Wang Meng waved a hand. "Do not mention this matter again."

"A'si!"

"A'wu!"

"The Black and White Academy should soon begin recruiting menial servants. The slots are limited, so head over early. I will wait for you at the Black and White Academy."

"Oh, right!"

"Keep an eye on your third brother."

After giving them his instructions, Wang Meng headed down another Great Dao.

"Understood!" The two nodded, then proceeded straight ahead with the indignant round-faced youth.