Chapter 732: Two Choices

"Lady Wu, to be honest with you, Young Master Xia cannot afford to offend the Kunlun Sword Sect. If you keep being so stubborn, it will only bring trouble to you and Young Master Xia. It won't do the manor any good either," Steward Jiang continued to persuade her earnestly. "Why not accompany this young master to enjoy the capital? It won't cost you anything."

Just then, Xia Ji and Fang Chen happened to walk over.

Xia Ji approached Wu Ruo and examined her closely. "Senior Sister, are you alright?"

When he saw that she was unharmed, a wave of relief washed over him.

"Young Master Xia, you came just in time. I—"

Before Steward Jiang could finish speaking, Xia Ji slapped him hard, sending him stumbling back several steps.

Steward Jiang regained his balance and stared at Xia Ji in disbelief.

He couldn't believe that Xia Ji had dared to strike at him, especially when Young Master Chen Mang was in the capital!

"That's the Corrosive Dragon King's adoptive son...."

"Turns out it's him."

"The person next to him... seems to be the sword leader of the Void Immortal Sword Sect, Fang Chen."

Many cultivators recognized the two.

Seeing Xia Ji and Fang Chen arrive, Feng Ya and the others exchanged glances and began to quietly observe the situation unfold.

So far, no one from the Yongan Patrol had intervened, making their stance quite clear.

Holding his cheek, Steward Jiang said, "Young Master Xia, I'm only thinking of the Manor's interests. Your actions will only chill the hearts of those beneath you."

"Let's discuss your matters later." Xia Ji smiled, ignoring Steward Jiang, and turned his attention to Wu Changzai. He said lightly, "A sword cultivator from the Kunlun Sword Sect? As a sword cultivator, how can you bully a woman on the street? That tarnishes the reputation of your sect."

Wu Changzai chuckled, his gaze shifting between Fang Chen and Xia Ji before finally settling on Xia Ji."Oh? Is she your woman? Then you've come at the right time. It's not that we sword cultivators are bullying her; it's just that she doesn't know how to speak properly and has offended the Kunlun Sword Sect.

"I merely want this young lady to accompany me to enjoy the capital. Tomorrow, I will personally send her back home. What's wrong with that? Is that considered bullying? If it were anyone else, they would have already died by my sword."

"You want my senior sister to accompany you around the capital?" Xia Ji's expression shifted from anger to mockery. "Take a good look in the mirror and see if you're worthy."

Wu Changzai's smile gradually faded, and the onlookers' expressions changed as they sensed the tension in the air. They thought to themselves that this was about to escalate.

Which sword cultivator could tolerate such humiliation?

"The adopted son of the Corrosion Dragon King indeed has an extraordinary status, but... what can an Immortal King do in front of my Kunlun Sword Sect?"

Wu Changzai looked at Xia Ji with indifference. "Do you really think the Corrosive Dragon King can protect you?"

The crowd gasped in shock; the arrogance of these Kunlun Sword Sect cultivators was astounding. Even their disciples dared to disrespect the Corrosive Dragon King?

This was clearly a sign that they looked down upon the entire Central Continent!

Seeing Xia Ji silent, Wu Changzai chuckled. "If you let your senior sister accompany me around the capital, I will let go of this grudge. Otherwise, I'll just have to kill her right now."

He paused, sweeping his gaze around before finally landing on Fang Chen, a knowing smile playing on his lips. "Just look at who dares to help you."

Xia Ji suddenly understood what was happening, and a smile appeared on his face.

Ah, so they're doing this to drag out Fang Da.

He quickly said, "It was all just a misunderstanding. How about I host a banquet to personally apologize?"

He's suddenly acting all humble?

The crowd exchanged strange glances, many revealing a cold sneer. If he feared the other party, why say harsh words that would provoke them upon arriving?

Feng Ya looked at Xia Ji with disdain. He whispered to one of his companions, "I thought Xia Ji feared nothing, but it seems he's afraid of dying after all."

Zhao Bei laughed. "It's all just an act. If he didn't pretend like this, how would he earn the Corrosive Dragon King's favor?"

"Xia Ji, do you now realize you need to apologize to the sword cultivators of the Kunlun Sword Sect?" Steward Jiang scoffed. "I think it's already too late. I've sent a message to the eldest young master; he'll be here soon. This matter needs to be resolved by him."

"Why trouble your eldest young master? This matter has nothing to do with him." Fang Chen suddenly chuckled and then looked at Xia Ji. "They're coming for me. I can handle this."

Xia Ji's expression darkened. "No way, this matter has nothing to do with you! You should stay out of it!"

At this moment, Wu Ruochou seemed to have an epiphany. Her expression changed slightly as she immediately transmitted a message to Xia Ji, "

Junior Brother, let me handle this matter. It's just accompanying him on a stroll; it won't be a problem. Otherwise, he might find an opportunity to target Young Master Fang. I suppose it's my fault for speaking out, otherwise....

"

Xia Ji shook his head slightly. "

Senior Sister, since they came prepared, they'll find a way regardless. This matter has nothing to do with you.

"

He then transmitted a message to Fang Chen, "

Fang Da, you're facing the Three Calamities and Nine Tribulations, and this person's cultivation is a whole realm higher than yours—he's a Nascent Soul Realm sword cultivator. Don't fall into their trap; you should leave first, and I will handle this.

"

"How many years have you known me for? Do you think I would do anything I'm not sure about?" Fang Chen smiled.

Upon hearing this, Xia Ji's gaze flickered, and he quietly stepped back with Wu Ruochou.

Wu Changzai's smile grew even wider. "What's this? Is Sword Leader Fang going to stand up for his friend?"

He offered, "How about this: I'll give you two choices. Either let your friend's senior sister accompany me around the capital, or you can perform a sword dance here so I can see how extraordinary the swordsmanship of the Void Immortal Sword Sect is. This way, we'll have resolved today's misunderstanding."

The crowd exchanged glances, astonished. He was asking the Void Immortal Sword Sect's sword leader to perform a sword dance in public?

That would essentially be throwing the face of the Void Immortal Sword Sect on the ground for everyone to trample on!

If Sword Leader Fang really did do that, word would spread across the Central Continent, Celestial Heaven, and Northern Dipper within a day. The Void Immortal Sword Sect would become the butt of every joke!

Groups of disciples from various factions whispered among themselves, their expressions serious, including some with backgrounds as Immortal Seedlings.

"This guy... has ulterior motives. I wonder if someone is backing him or if he's just acting on a whim."

"General, are we not going to intervene?" A subordinate beside Hong Xian asked again.

Hong Xian smiled. "Why rush? Let's just watch. The Void Immortal Sword Sect won't lose face so easily."

With that, he cast a deep glance in the direction of the palace. Earlier, he had seen Sword Leader Yan Kun in person. His strength... was truly unfathomable, and it wouldn't be long before he ranked on the Emperor Ranking.

"A joke! For the Void Immortal Sword Sect's Sword Leader to dance with a sword in public, is the Kunlun Sword Sect so arrogant as to demand this when they are here as guests?"

Before Fang Chen could speak, someone approached with a sword, coldly staring at Wu Changzai.

"Wang Yi from the Lingyun Sword Sect? Why is he here to stir up trouble...?"

Compared to Fang Chen, Wang Yi had many friends in the capital, and as soon as he appeared, he was immediately recognized by those present.