I Don't Believe, Unless

A sky-high tidal wave, hundreds of zhang tall, blotted out the sun, casting the entire Tianling Island into shadow.

The wave stood like a mountain, majestic and unmoving, yet it seemed poised to collapse at any moment, capable of swallowing Tianling Island whole in an instant.

And atop this wave stood a Dragon Person, clad in a black robe, with pale cheeks, blue hair, and white dragon horns, exuding an astonishing aura.

This was Prince Guang.

Mu Zibai gasped, marveling inwardly, Is this what a prince of the Dragon Palace is like? To possess such power at the Phoenix Nirvana Realm, to conjure such a wave with a mere flick of the wrist.

It felt like an aura capable of altering the heavens and earth, effortlessly drawing upon the power of nature.

To say he felt no pressure would be a lie. Seeing this presence, Mu Zibai frowned. Facing such a formidable expert, if King Qi weren't behind him, he would have fled long ago.

Reasoning with such a powerful being? You'd likely be crushed like a tiny ant before you even uttered a word.

"Its strength has grown even greater than before," King Qi's brow furrowed as he extended his hand, and a long sword appeared in his grasp.

He gripped the scabbard, tossed it aside, and drew his blade. A sharp sword energy instantly struck the tidal wave, and the sky-obscuring surge collapsed.

Seeing this, Prince Guang placed his hands behind his back and flew through the air.

"Trying to test me," King Qi discerned Prince Guang's intent to gauge his strength. He sheathed his sword.

Mu Zibai gazed at the sword in King Qi's hand. So fast! I didn't even see how King Qi moved. I only felt a gust of wind, and the wave was shattered.

"Jiang Wuya, it's been a few years, and your strength has surpassed even your past self," Prince Guang's voice was calm, his invisible aura pressing down on everyone present.

"Just muddling along. Not like you, Prince Guang, still alive after all this time," King Qi waved his hand dismissively, projecting an air of indifference that dispelled Prince Guang's oppressive aura.

Mu Zibai looked up, stealing a glance at Prince Guang. Just that single look sent a wave of pressure through him. His seemingly placid eyes felt like blades.

Is this the deterrence of a true powerhouse? he marveled.

"Where is my son?" Prince Guang cut straight to the chase, inquiring about Ao Ying Tian's whereabouts. His divine sense probed Tianling Temple but was immediately intercepted by King Qi.

King Qi smiled and said, "You will see him shortly. Let's discuss the ransom first."

King Qi emphasized the word "ransom," specifically reminding Prince Guang that without money, his son wouldn't be returned.

Prince Guang's aura sank, and his expression soured.

"What do you want? You must have already decided. Speak."

"Perhaps you should tell us what you've brought," King Qi said with a smile, adhering to his principle of "service with a smile."

Prince Guang tossed a bag he was holding to King Qi, his face grim. "These should be enough. Any more would be pushing your luck."

King Qi caught it and scanned it with his divine sense. The smile on his face widened. "It's acceptable. You can have your son back, but I must remind you to discipline him properly. If there's a next time, it won't be this easy."

Prince Guang remained silent, his dark gaze capable of killing.

It was clear that despite his calm facade, he was mentally tearing King Qi to shreds.

A short while later, Mu Zibai and Jiang Yuyu brought Ao Ying Tian up and tossed him before Prince Guang.

"My sincerest apologies. There was a slight accident, and the Crown Prince was inadvertently injured," Wenren Longhong said with a contrite expression. "I truly didn't expect His Highness the Crown Prince to be so frail, unable to withstand the ordeal."

Ao Ying Tian didn't dare to look up, terrified. Knowing he had disgraced his father today, he was filled with anxiety, fearing his father might strike him down with a single blow.

He weakly called out, "Father."

Seeing Ao Ying Tian's state, Prince Guang was moved, a hint of anger surfacing. His low voice boomed, "Who did this?"

He scanned everyone present, excluding King Qi.

His dragon horns were broken, his Dragon Sinew had been ripped out, and he was fortunate his Dragon Pearl hadn't been shattered. This was an unbearable humiliation!

King Qi chuckled. "My friend, it was just a scuffle between children, an accident. Why get so worked up? Doesn't that make you seem a bit childish? If you visit my home next time, will I have to seat you with the children?"

Prince Guang suppressed his rage, gritting his teeth. His expression remained steady as he asked, "Where are my son's Dragon Sinew and dragon horns?"

King Qi tutted, feigning surprise. "You still need the Dragon Sinew and dragon horns? My apologies, I don't have them here either."

"Hm?" Prince Guang hummed in confusion.

Wenren Longhong smiled. "My apologies. That night, it was my unworthy brother-in-law who defeated the Crown Prince. He had just entered the Mystic Armor Realm and couldn't control his strength, accidentally ripping out the Crown Prince's Dragon Sinew. However, this should be considered spoils of war, belonging to my brother-in-law and not part of the ransom."

Prince Guang looked at Wenren Longhong, then glanced at Mu Zibai, his eyes deep, a hint of surprise in them.

"Give me the Dragon Sinew," Prince Guang extended his hand, demanding the Dragon Sinew from Mu Zibai.

Wenren Longhong gave Mu Zibai a look, and Mu Zibai nodded slightly.

"That won't do. I plan to make a belt out of it. A Dragon Person Crown Prince's Dragon Sinew as a belt, just thinking about it sounds magnificent," Mu Zibai said, stroking his chin. "And the dragon horns, I heard they can be used in medicine. Just in time, my wife just woke up and needs nourishment."

Prince Guang's face instantly darkened. He hadn't expected Ao Ying Tian's Dragon Sinew to be ripped out and his dragon horns broken.

Already a disgrace, Mu Zibai now intended to make a belt from Ao Ying Tian's Dragon Sinew. It was his son's Dragon Sinew, and though his son was a disappointment, he was still his son.

Without his Dragon Sinew, Ao Ying Tian would likely be crippled for life.

"Give me the Dragon Sinew, and I will offer you a satisfactory price. How about it?"

Prince Guang stepped forward, exerting pressure on Mu Zibai.

A mere brat trying to take advantage of me? If King Qi weren't here, I would have already annihilated these ants.

Mu Zibai shook his head. "I don't believe you."

"I don't have that much on me, don't worry. I wouldn't go back on my word; I guarantee I'll give you something satisfactory, how about that?"

"If you want me to believe you, that's fine, unless..." Mu Zibai pinched his chin, thought for a moment, and said, "Unless *******."

He then flashed a simple and kind smile, saying, See how sincere my smile is.

Prince Guang: "..."

Prince Guang fell into a deep silence. It wasn't just Prince Guang; even his own people fell silent.

This statement wasn't what they had negotiated beforehand; it was completely beyond everyone's expectations.

This one sentence completely stunned everyone.

Visible anger flared. Prince Guang's expression at this moment wasn't just sullen; it was rigid, as if he were contemplating life. This was probably the first time in his long life that he had heard something that made his brain feel like it was burning.