Seeking Death, Xiao Tian's Sword Finger at the Restaurant

"Damn it, is this the strength of a veteran Bone Forging Martial Artist? I've lost." Xiao Tian was extremely unwilling. He had wanted to show off, but instead, the Jinsha Gang had given him a show of force. He feared he had disgraced his Master's reputation.

"The Iron Cloth Skill is nothing special either." Yang He shook his head and returned to his seat. As a martial arts fanatic, he wasn't entirely satisfied. Xiao Tian had defended like a turtle from beginning to end, leaving him without a proper fight.

The onlookers were also dumbfounded. It turned out Zhou Qiming was right; he didn't even last ten moves!

"At this age, to be able to match the Qingfeng Hall Master, he's a formidable young talent."

"Hall Master Yuan has taught a good disciple. Xiao Tian will surely become famous in the county town sooner or later, surpassing his master."

"After all, he lacks years and combat experience. To be able to fight Hall Master Yang to this extent is enough to be proud of."

When the crowd recovered, they didn't look down on the Iron Clothes Martial Arts School. Instead, they became even more respectful, showering Xiao Tian with compliments.

Being able to contend with Yang He at this age, the Xiao family would surely cultivate a Tendon Transformation Realm martial artist sooner or later. Xiao Tian's future would not stop here; Yang He, on the other hand, had no hope of breaking through and was merely a stepping stone.

"I really lost. Brother Qiming is so amazing." Chen Ping also exclaimed, somewhat out of place.

Xiao Tian glared at Chen Ping with annoyance. A mere restaurant servant dared to look down on and insult him.

Even though he had lost to a Bone Forging Martial Artist like Yang He, he, Xiao Tian, was not someone anyone could comment on or evaluate, especially a weakling like Chen Ping.

"Cut out your tongue and gouge out your eyes, and I can let this matter go," Xiao Tian said coldly in a deep voice, filling the air with gunpowder.

"You, you, I meant no harm," Chen Ping's face changed, and he was directly scared stiff, hastily explaining.

Unfortunately, for someone as lowly and insignificant as him, his life was at the mercy of others. The more he explained, the more pale and powerless his words became.

For a moment, the other restaurant servants quickly distanced themselves from Chen Ping, fearing they would be implicated.

"To demand someone cripple themselves for a single careless remark is a bit excessive."

A powerful and confident voice rang out, causing another stir in the venue. It was Zhou Qiming who had stepped forward. His gaze met Xiao Tian's, like sparks flying.

"Brother Zhou, please don't risk yourself for me. Xiao Tian is not someone we can afford to offend."

Chen Ping looked at the person blocking in front of him, deeply moved. His heart warmed, and at the same time, he was very worried about Zhou Qiming. Given Xiao Tian's vengeful nature, he would definitely not let the two of them off.

He knew that ever since Zhou Qiming became a chef, he had never looked down on him, his companion. Now, he was even risking offending Xiao Tian to speak up for him. Chen Ping was immensely grateful.

"Who do you think you are, daring to tell me what to do? Or do you want to have a spar?"

Xiao Tian was furious and was about to make a move to suppress the other party.

Losing to a strong expert like Yang He was not shameful, but being repeatedly insulted and evaluated by ordinary people like Chen Ping and Zhou Qiming was unbearable.

If he didn't make Zhou Qiming pay a price, how would the other forces present view him? Wouldn't he appear weak and easily bullied?

Yuan Tieyi remained silent, and Yang He of the Jinsha Gang watched coldly. Everyone felt that the young man from the restaurant was in trouble, seeking death by running into the muzzle of a gun.

"Is this the Iron Clothes Martial Arts School's intention, wanting to make an example of an ordinary person like Chen Ping?" Zhou Qiming asked indifferently, standing with his hands behind his back.

However, his words sounded like a sign of surrender and weakness to everyone else.

At this moment, Head Chef Liu, Chef Li, and others also rushed over upon hearing the commotion, pulling Zhou Qiming back to dissuade him.

"Qiming, don't be impulsive. They are all martial artists; you'll lose your life." Head Chef Liu and several other chefs pleaded, afraid that Zhou Qiming would act rashly.

Chen Ping also shook his head and tried to stop him, about to kneel. "Qiming, don't be foolish. One person's actions, one person bears the consequences. This is the trouble I've caused. I'll kowtow and apologize. We can't really force someone to their death."

In a corner, Li Qian saw this scene and sneered. "Is this the marriage my father introduced? Too impulsive and brainless, like a mantis trying to stop a chariot. They clearly have no strength but dare to step forward."

Li Qian repeatedly shook her head, looking down on Zhou Qiming even more. She was glad she had refused the marriage introduced by Chef Li back then. If she had married this kid, she wouldn't even know how she died causing trouble.

Xiao Tian, with his sharp features, could last dozens of rounds against Yang He; he was the true ideal match.

"Apologize? You know fear now? Is my face, Xiao Tian's face, only worth a kowtow and an apology?"

Xiao Tian refused to back down, determined to capture Chen Ping and the other, and awe everyone.

He kicked over the prepared dishes on the table. They were steaming hot, and the ground was a mess.

"These are the dishes you made, right? So unpalatable, they've dirtied my eyes. Is Haolai Restaurant tired of doing business? Anyone can be a chef here."

Xiao Tian pressed on, stepping on a roasted duck on the ground and pointing at Zhou Qiming's nose, scolding him.

He hadn't even tasted the food but declared it unpalatable, clearly looking for trouble.

All the chefs were furious, some worried about Zhou Qiming. Although Brother Zhou had only been a chef for a few days, everyone had recognized his culinary skills.

"You've gone too far! These are dishes Qiming worked hard to cook. If you don't want to eat them, our restaurant won't do business with the Xiao Family!" Head Chef Liu was also provoked and put down his spatula.

Xiao Tian hadn't expected them to be so united and protective of Zhou Qiming. It seemed the latter had good relationships in the restaurant.

Boss Xu Hailai was also alerted and finally came forward to mediate. "Brother Xiao, we'll provide this banquet free of charge. Can you let go of your anger now? We have years of business dealings with the Iron Clothes Martial Arts School; let's not damage our relationship."

"Oh? This makes me, Xiao Tian, seem petty? My Xiao Family isn't short of money. Do I look like someone who wants to get something for free?"

Xiao Tian sneered and taunted Xu Hailai. "Is Haolai Restaurant trying to protect this kid, even at the risk of offending my martial arts school? Boss Xu, you're clearly poor at judging people. Promoting anyone to be a chef, aren't you afraid of ruining your decades-old reputation?"

"Can you represent the Iron Clothes Martial Arts School? Don't push your luck too far!" Xu Hailai's usually gentle temper flared up, and he gritted his teeth.

This was the tragedy of ordinary people. Without strength or status, they could only be exploited and bullied by martial artists from gangs and government offices.

Now, Xiao Tian, backed by the Iron Clothes Martial Arts School, was bullying the restaurant. It was all because he, Xu Hailai, had no Body Tempering strength and no martial artist guards.

Without powerful fists, one could only live like an ant in the shadows and ditches in this world!

"One sentence: these two must pay a bloody price," Xiao Tian stared intently at Xu Hailai.

"Junior Brother, you've gone too far. Give me some face, won't you?" Cheng Yu suddenly stepped out and blocked Xiao Tian, surprising everyone. Even Yuan Tieyi was a little taken aback.

"What? You want to oppose me for these commoners?" Xiao Tian was also shocked. He hadn't expected Zhou Qiming and his Second Senior Brother to have such a deep relationship, to the point where his own fellow disciple cared more about outsiders than him.

"Young Master Cheng!" Xu Hailai bowed excitedly. He hadn't expected the martial arts school's second disciple to side with the restaurant. Not everyone was unreasonable!