Chapter 256 - 121: Mainly Rebellious, Going to Demand a Kiss

Chapter 256: Chapter 121: Mainly Rebellious, Going to Demand a Kiss

On this day, more than half of the Tenth Prince’s Mansion was filled with laughter and gossip.

After all, the mission roster wouldn’t be announced until the day after tomorrow, so they couldn’t do anything but rest.

It was the perfect time to relax.

The Mansion Officials were also happy to have the downtime.

Then, in a sudden instant, the relaxed atmosphere vanished completely. A group of them were getting beaten by Zhao Ci until they were crying for their mothers.

The one in the worst state was Zhang Da Yong, who also used a spear. Against Zhao Ci’s masterful Xiang’s Spear Technique, he couldn’t find the slightest opening to attack.

Even defending with all his might was a pathetic struggle. Against Zhao Ci’s formidable physique and a spear weighing 350 jin, every clash of their weapons made him feel like his body was about to shatter.

His eyes turned red. ’I am the head of the Holy Sect’s Four Great Dharma Protectors! When have I ever been beaten so humiliatingly?’

The key thing was...

It really hurt!

The combination of pain and embarrassment almost made him lose his composure.

A sliver of doubt crept into his heart. ’Have I been exposed? Did Zhao Ci single me out to torture me on purpose?’

He felt it was highly likely.

Although Zhao Ci had told them this was to improve their ability to handle pressure and required extreme training...

...this level of intensity was far beyond that of a normal sparring match.

But after a while, he saw Feng Kucha and Zhu Li also being chased around the Martial Arts Arena and thrashed by Zhao Ci, which finally dispelled his doubts.

’He even beats his own woman like that.’

’Looks like this really is extreme training.’

Zhu Li was on the verge of tears when she stepped off the stage, glaring resentfully at Zhao Ci. "Boss! I’m a genius Alchemist! Isn’t there something wrong with you training me like this?"

When she first heard she’d be sparring with Zhao Ci, she had been excited. After all, she had used the Quenching Spirit Liquid and successfully cultivated the Divinity Refining Furnace.

She felt that both her flame intensity and her Fire Control Ability had risen by a whole level.

Besides, her Yu Xin Flame would surely give Zhao Ci a massive headache. Last night, it had burned so intensely that she had to go through a great deal of trouble to help him vent the fire, allowing him to escape disaster.

’Who knows?’

’As the Chief Mansion Official of the Tenth Prince’s Mansion, I might be the one to personally end Zhao Ci’s thirty-match winning streak.’

’Look.’

’Zhao Ci thrashed Zhu Yan as easily as kicking a puppy.’

’But he was defeated by me.’

’That would prove I’ve improved to the point where Zhu Yan can only look up to me in awe.’

’That’s not too much to ask, right?’

But as soon as the fight started, she realized the gravity of the situation.

Her prized Yu Xin Flame couldn’t even catch a trace of Zhao Ci. After abandoning his spear, Zhao Ci’s speed was absurdly fast, making it impossible to lock onto his position.

Then, the situation devolved into Zhao Ci dodging her flames while chasing her down and pummeling her.

Although he held back when he hit her, making it impossible to get injured, it... really hurt!

Zhao Ci pursed his lips. "It’s true you’re a genius Alchemist, but are you content with only being a genius Alchemist?"

Zhu Li thought about it and felt he had a point, but being chased and beaten was just too miserable. She couldn’t help but say, "But even when I fight, I rely on my Fire Skill to burn things. Why do I have to train in close-quarters combat?"

Zhao Ci spread his hands. "Everyone knows your flames are powerful, so when a fight breaks out, they will definitely prioritize getting close to take you out. How can you not train for that?"

"But..."

"From now on, all your training will be like this."

"..."

Zhu Li’s face paled slightly. ’I have to get chased and beaten up every day from now on?’

A trace of aggrievement appeared in her gaze as she looked at Zhao Ci.

’I thought my boss was an understanding, approachable, and warm-hearted guy.’

’I never expected it was all a disguise.’

’Deep down, he’s still hiding a beast.’

’Today, he finally bared his fangs.’

’My boss used to dote on me so much.’

She puffed up her cheeks, glaring angrily at Zhao Ci for a long moment.

"Hmph!"

She turned and walked away.

Zhao Ci: "..."

Watching her retreating back, he fell into thought. ’To be honest, Zhu Li isn’t particularly tall, but her figure is quite impressive. She’s got curves in all the right places.’

’Otherwise, last night wouldn’t have been possible...’

’What a sin!’

’I should avoid this kind of thing as much as possible in the future. It’s not that I’m not attracted to her, but for something like this, there should at least be some romantic feelings between a man and a woman. That’s what makes it meaningful, right?’

’This girl is so dazed and boisterous all the time. Who knows when she’ll awaken to that sort of thing? If we get frisky under these circumstances, it would halve the fun and max out the guilt.’

’At least until we’re mutually attracted to each other, I need to make her keep some distance.’

’Otherwise, she’s riding her boss today...’

’...and riding her boss tomorrow.’

’Won’t that lead to trouble sooner or later?’

That was why, just now, he had chosen the fighting style that would make this violent Fire Mage the most uncomfortable.

’As expected, she’s a little angry.’

Zhao Ci glanced at the sky. The sun was about to set. He announced, "That’s all for today! We’ll continue tomorrow!"

"Wait!"

A voice suddenly called out.

Everyone followed the sound and saw Yang Mo walking over silently. Although he wore his usual taciturn expression, the corners of his mouth seemed hard to suppress.

[Current Wish of Yang Mo]: Climb step by step to become a true master. Wish Completion Reward: Comprehension Value +1000, Cloud Ladder Talisman x1.

’Whoa!’

Zhao Ci was pleasantly surprised and felt increasingly smug. ’Looks like my pep talk was pretty effective. Lao Mo is finally stepping up.’

’It’s just that the wish to break out of his chrysalis hasn’t been fulfilled yet, and the Divine Cocoon hasn’t arrived.’

’Lao Mo’s Heart Demon seems a bit overly complicated!’

’No rush.’

’Take it slow.’

He smiled and asked, "Lao Mo, how did it go?"

"Everything went smoothly!"

Yang Mo took a deep breath. "Don’t stop the sparring. I want to test my results!"

Zhao Ci nodded and looked at the other Mansion Officials. "You guys train with Lao Mo."