Chapter 95: This Young Master Has A Duel

Chapter 95: This Young Master Has A Duel

If they had decided to fight then and there, Chen Haoran would be the first to object. Hed already paid the house rent for a year. Even if Jiang Lei put a sword to his neck, he wasnt going to waste his deposit by wrecking the place.This chapter is updated by nov(e)(l)biin.com

Fortunately, Jiang Lei defied his expectations and reasonably led him and Wang Xiao outside the city and into the jungle. It was a bit of a risk to leave the safety of the city given what he knew and, more concerningly, didnt know about Jiang Lei. Granted, if the Liquid Meridian wanted to do something to him, he would have done so already. Being in the city or outside didnt make much of a difference in that case. It was times like these that he missed Song Yuelin. While that snooping bastard was infuriating on a good day, his presence was still useful in warding off other Liquid Meridians.

They traveled into the jungle and away from the main roads until they entered a clearing shaded from the sky by a dense layer of branches. It was far enough away that their training wouldnt disturb anyone with their training but close enough that one could still see the city if they jumped above the trees. Phelps wasted no time in flying off his back and exploring the new trees. Chen Haoran let him do as he pleased, although his heart did leap into his throat when one of the tree branches revealed itself to be a snake that twisted and struck at Phelps. He was worried for naught when the snake had its head speared through by Phelpss claws. The sloths cultivation had taken another huge leap forward with how well hed been eating. It was only a matter of time before Phelps entered the Ninth-Layer.

Jiang Lei tracked Phelps with interest as he floated up to the tree and whistled in appreciation upon seeing him practice self-defense. I can see why you keep him around now. Thats quite the interesting pet you have.

He didnt know half of it.

Jiang Lei clapped his hands. Alright. I hope you two are ready.

Wang Xiao had turned his back to them and was kneeling on the ground with his sword across his lap. At Jiang Leis words, he awoke from whatever pre-duel ritual he was doing and spun to face Chen Haoran with a flourish.

You do know this is a bad idea, right? Chen Haoran asked.

Dont worry, Jiang Lei cheerfully said. Hes tough enough that I can save his life with little issue. Feel free to go all out.

Chen Haoran shrugged. If he was that confident, then there was no reason to refuse. Besides, he would be lying if he said he didnt want to properly beat down Wang Xiao for what happened last time. Now that he had an excuse?

You caught me off guard last time, Wang Xiao said, sneering. Ill properly educate you of the difference in our standings.

Oh, he was going to enjoy this.

Chen Haoran raised an eyebrow. Shouldnt you wait until after you lose to start making excuses?

Chen Haoran warily observed Jiang Lei as he stood over Wang Xiao. While he tried to his best avoid aiming directly at Wang Xiao, he wasnt surprised Jiang Lei decided to intervene. Except, Jiang Lei didnt bother carrying Wang Xiao to safety at all.

Wang Xiao lifted himself up, spitting dirt. Senior Brother-

Youre testing my patience, Junior Brother, Jiang Lei quietly said.

Wang Xiao froze.

Senior-

Just dodge, you fool. Or better yet, just get hit and die. Jiang Lei crouched and cupped his Junior Brothers cheek. Is this you rebelling? Did you ask me for permission first?

Chen Haoran shivered. He couldnt see Jiang Leis face from where he stood, and that made his calm admonishments even more unsettling. Judging by how pale Wang Xiao had gone, it was perhaps a good thing he couldnt see. He silently took a step back.

Wang Xiao, for the first time since Chen Haoran had met him, had a look of real fear on his face. I- Im sorry, Senior Brother. I was not thinking.

Oh, you were thinking alright. Perhaps too much. He patted Wang Xiaos cheek and stood up. Go freshen yourself up. Youre filthy.

Yes, Senior Brother. Right away. Wang Xiao shot up and scurried away, disappearing into the jungle.

Chen Haoran watched him go. What had happened? It was Jiang Leis idea to have the duel, yet he ended it just like that. It clearly had nothing to do with safety, at least not Wang Xiaos. Was it for him? He could only think of the peach glow on Wang Xiaos sword. Was it dangerous? Did Wang Xiao plan to kill him? It hadnt seemed that dangerous to him at the time. He narrowed his eyes. It didnt make sense. If Wang Xiao were truly that strong, he wouldnt have panicked so much seeing Chen Haorans Harmonization. There was nothing else he could think of; however, Jiang Lei only intervened once Wang Xiao started using whatever that technique was.

Jiang Lei turned around, and Chen Haoran banished his thoughts. He lacked the context to make a real guess at this time.

Apologies for that, Jiang Lei said. He softly smiled and motioned over to Phelps tree. Lets discuss the issues of your Harmonization now.