Chapter 283: I Concede!
Chapter 283: I Concede!
"Master?"
Upon seeing Tang Nian, clad in blue battle armor and wielding a pale blue longsword, his face the only exposed feature, Bai Wei and several others were stunned.
They had never seen their master dressed like this before.
Even Zeng Zhiteng, who was closest to him, wore a shocked expression.
If it weren't for the fact that his face was visible, they would never have guessed that this person was their master.
Jiang Cheng narrowed his eyes, his expression turning serious.
He never expected this guy to not only have a set of combat armor but also an A-Rank Alloy Longsword.
Thanks to his experiences at several auctions, although he couldn't afford many items, he still took a look around. With a few glances, he recognized that the pale blue longsword in the other's hand was likely an A-Rank Alloy Longsword.
Its azure glow, which gave it the name Ice Soul, was among the lowest-ranked A-Rank alloy weapons, but it was sufficient to deal with a 7th Rank Primordial Force Samurai.
As for the blue battle armor the other wore,
Jiang Cheng had no impression of it.
However, judging by the weapon in the other's hand, it was likely an A-Rank combat armor, capable of blocking numerous attacks from a 7th Rank Primordial Force Samurai.
The situation seemed a bit tricky.
Jiang Cheng remained calm.
Good equipment required the user to possess sufficient strength to exert its full potential.
Even the top-tier A-Rank combat armor, the Black Star Ensemble, only enhanced a Primordial Force Samurai's strength and speed by a mere tenth.
A 5th Rank Primordial Force Samurai, no matter how powerful, was equivalent to a 6th Rank at best, and at most, the defense of the armor was like wearing a turtle shell.
The other person was fully armed, seemingly intending to intimidate Jiang Cheng, but in reality, it seemed like he was offering up his equipment.
Jiang Cheng's heart stirred, his gaze falling upon the sword in the other's hand.
"Master, save me!"
Xiao Yuanqing was the first to react, rushing forward.
"Scram!"
Tang Nian kicked him, sending him flying.
"Spineless fool, not one of your senior or junior brothers is like you, afraid to fight and only knowing how to run away."
Upon hearing this, the expressions of Bai Wei's trio changed slightly.
"Master, he... he's targeting me."
Xiao Yuanqing knelt on the ground, looking aggrieved.
"You know he's targeting you."
Tang Nian scoffed, "I'll settle the score with you later."
Hearing this, Xiao Yuanqing finally felt relieved.
Regardless, he had managed to keep himself safe today.
After this incident, he would, at most, receive a scolding from his master and be confined for a few days. After all, this wasn't his first time experiencing such a situation.
Tang Nian's gaze shifted to Jiang Cheng, and he spoke, "I don't know who you are, but this isn't the place for you to run wild. If you know what's good for you, scram right now."
Despite wearing A-Rank combat armor and wielding an A-Rank alloy longsword, it had been a long time since he had fought anyone.
The fact that this person knew about Xiao Yuanqing and was aware that he was his disciple, yet still dared to show up, implied something significant.
It suggested that this person's strength was by no means inferior to his own.
Therefore, it was best to avoid this fight if possible.
However, this didn't mean the matter would end here if the other party left.
Afterward, he would have someone inquire about the other's background. If they were a big shot, then so be it, but if they were of average standing, it was crucial to eliminate this person to avoid future troubles.
Jiang Cheng gave him a fleeting glance, then turned to look at Xiao Yuanqing, who was kneeling on the ground.
"I can leave, but he must come with me."
Xiao Yuanqing shuddered in fear and quickly looked at his own master.
"What if I don't agree?"
Tang Nian's voice turned cold.
If it were any other member, he wouldn't care, but as for his reputation, that was not a concern. All he had to do was kick them out.
None of them were his people, so why should he care about them? After all, the final say was in his hands.
But Xiao Yuanqing was different, he was his direct disciple.
Not to mention, several other disciples were watching from the side.
If he handed over his disciples in his own territory, how would others view him as a master? Could he still command respect as before?
With scattered loyalty, the team would be difficult to lead.
So, he would never agree.
"If you don't agree, then we'll see the true colors of your abilities."
"Good! You brought this upon yourself."
Even a clay figure has a bit of fire, let alone a person.
"All of you, step back."
Upon hearing this, Zeng Zhiteng quickly retracted his hand and stepped back with Bai Wei and the others.
"I didn't want to bother with you, but you refuse to accept my kindness and instead force my hand!"
Tang Nian let out a low roar, and a faceplate suddenly appeared on his face, covering it. In an instant, he crossed the distance and arrived before Jiangcheng, slashing the air with his blade aimed at Jiangcheng's skull.
A glint of killing intent flashed in Jiangcheng's eyes.
Excellent.
The first move was a killing strike.
Then, he wouldn't hold back either.
As the blade was about to reach his head, Jiangcheng dodged with a quick movement, avoiding the attack.
The master's speed was fast, but the power gap between them was evident.
In the moment he dodged, Jiangcheng channeled all his strength into a punch aimed at the opponent's right hand holding the blade.
"Bang!"
The gauntlet on Tang Nian's right hand vibrated from the impact, causing slight pain.
In contrast, the struck area on the opponent's armor only dented slightly, and the alloy battle sword remained firmly grasped in his hand.
"A 7th Rank Force Samurai!"
Nevertheless, Tang Nian was still startled.
His A-Class combat armor was among the weakest of its kind, capable of withstanding only attacks from 7th Rank Force Samurai.
Jiangcheng's ability to create a dent in the armor with a single punch confirmed his 7th Rank status, as even a 6th Rank might struggle to affect it.
Jiangcheng didn't speak, intending to seize the opportunity to land a few more punches.
A sonic boom reverberated.
Tang Nian spun around and slashed horizontally.
Jiangcheng quickly dodged and circled to the side, delivering another punch.
"Boom!"
The armor on Tang Nian's right hand could no longer withstand the impact, cracking open in large areas, revealing wires within that sparked and emitted a pungent burnt smell.
Just then, Jiangcheng's fourth punch landed.
Tang Nian was shocked, knowing that if his sword fell into the opponent's hands, the consequences would be unimaginable.
Instinctively, he wanted to strike with his sword, but recalling the earlier lesson, he quickly abandoned the idea and retreated while shouting, "I concede! I concede!"
(End of Chapter)
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