At that very moment...
The scales all over the Azure-Scaled Lizard Demon stood on end. Never had the shadow of death felt so clear.
It had no doubt that if it dared utter the word "no," then in the very next instant, both body and soul would be utterly annihilated!
Forget it, forget it!
Better to live badly than die well!
If I agree, at least I won't die right now.
Being a sparring partner might still offer a sliver of hope—perhaps... I could deliberately lose in a more convincing manner?
Or find the right chance to flee for my life?
Anything is better than dying here immediately!
In that flash of lightning and spark, the Azure-Scaled Lizard Demon made its decision.
It lowered its head deeply once more, nearly burying it in the sand and gravel. Its voice carried a resigned reverence and a tremble as it said:
"Se... Senior has misunderstood!
It is this junior's greatest blessing to be of service to Senior!
How could this junior possibly be unwilling?
Just now... this junior was merely too excited upon suddenly hearing such good news, and lost composure for a moment!
Should Senior have any command, this junior would not hesitate to die ten thousand deaths!
Regarding this sparring matter, this junior will certainly give it everything and ensure Senior's juniors... ah, have a good time!"
It had nearly said, "fight to their heart's content," and hurriedly changed its words. Yet its heart was filled with bitterness.
Seeing this, Cheng Buzheng revealed a trace of a "satisfied" smile and nodded.
"Very good.
Little friend understands the greater good. I am greatly pleased."
Before his words had faded, he casually gave his sleeve a light flick.
A gentle yet overwhelmingly irresistible wave of silver light silently swept forth, instantly enveloping