Everyone's eyes lit up at Chen Changan's words, and they could barely keep the corners of their mouths from curling up.
What they had feared most was that Chen Changan would lean on his connection to the Zhang Family Head and refuse to face them head-on, instead trying to smooth things over.
Then they would have no choice but to show some consideration for the Zhang Family Head's reputation, which would make things very difficult.
But now, Chen Changan had actually taken the initiative to suggest settling things with their fists. It was just what they had hoped for.
"Second Miss, you saw it yourself. We didn't start this—he was the one who proposed it."
"This leading position should go to whoever is most capable. And the winner has to overwhelm the rest and earn everyone's respect."
"The Eternal Land is, after all, a place where the strong rule. Only strength can make everyone submit."
"With so many people here today, only one can emerge victorious. As for who that will be, we invite Second Miss to witness the contest."
Hearing this, Zhang Ergou merely nodded calmly, showing no other reaction. That put everyone at ease again. It seemed Second Miss had no intention of favoring Chen Changan.
"You... be careful."
Zhang Ergou said this as she looked at Chen Changan, but she didn't spell out what she meant. Chen Changan understood: be careful, and don't kill anyone.
But the others heard something entirely different.
"Hahahaha! Second Miss, don't worry. We won't hurt him just because he's an outsider."
"Exactly. Besides, he's a grown man. Is he afraid of getting hurt? No one can die here in the Eternal Land, and even if he gets injured, he'll recover quickly."
"Second Miss, there's no need to worry. We know what we're