Chapter 1058 - 1054: So What?

Chapter 1058: Chapter 1054: So What?

In the view of the Zhong Family’s experts, the middle-aged man’s repeated emphasis was nothing less than a threat and extortion, akin to a kidnapper demanding a ransom after taking a hostage, with an almost identical tone.

After deliberation, the leader knew that even if all of them combined resources, they would likely not be a match for the middle-aged man in front of them, and said through clenched teeth, "Since you’ve put it this way, please name your price!"

As soon as he said this, the middle-aged man was momentarily taken aback, feeling puzzled, and instinctively asked, "Name a price? For what?"

Once the words settled, the Zhong Family’s members immediately turned cold, as if a layer of frost covered their faces. The leader said grimly, "It seems you are determined to go against us?"

In the leader’s view, the middle-aged man was feigning ignorance, with only two possible motives: one was to set the stage for future exorbitant demands, and the other was not intending to release anyone, thus nullifying the issue of naming a price.

Both possibilities were undoubtedly unacceptable to the people involved. Despite knowing the middle-aged man’s formidable strength, which they would definitely be incapable of matching, they had no choice but to steel themselves.

While secretly signaling his men, the leader pressed a button on his waist, transmitting their location, then took a deep breath, and began to circulate his True Qi wildly, seemingly ready to act at any disagreement.

The man beside the middle-aged man, already displeased with the group earlier, saw their intention to act and immediately felt unable to hold back. Raising his right hand and waving it, a flash of cold light appeared, revealing a long knife in his hand. Coldly, he said, "Since you’re hell-bent on seeking death, I’ll oblige!"

As he spoke, he instantly vanished from his original position, simultaneously swinging the long knife, creating a splendid silver firework in midair, waiting to be tainted with blood to turn silver into a more striking crimson hue.

The middle-aged man frowned and said indifferently, "Stop!"

The voice was soft, lacking much emotional involvement, yet it caused the silver firework to instantly dissipate.

At the same time, Mr. Liu, who had been conversing with Adison Claire earlier, had a drop of cold sweat hanging from the tip of his nose and glanced downward, noticing the long knife hanging less than half a centimeter from his throat, causing his breathing to become heavier.

The man’s lips curved into a cold smile as he wordlessly withdrew the long knife, like performing magic, leaving everyone to feel that with a blink, the long knife disappeared without a trace, as if it had never appeared.

Only the cold sweat falling from Mr. Liu’s nose corroborated the reality of what had just happened.

After all was done, the man’s gaze slowly swept over the faces of the people, then he snorted coldly, and his figure once again flickered, appearing behind the middle-aged man.

This scene shocked everyone in the Zhong Family, never imagining that in such a small courtyard, there were two exceptionally skilled fighters hidden, and if not for the middle-aged man’s timely shout to stop, someone might have been left here permanently.

At this moment, while they felt a lack of fighting spirit, their minds were puzzled, unable to comprehend the middle-aged man’s intentions.

Moments later, Adison Claire came to his senses, hurriedly gathered everyone and briefly explained Xiao Tian’s situation, which somewhat alleviated the tense atmosphere on the scene.

...

"Sorry, what just happened was a misunderstanding on our part." Mr. Liu said to the middle-aged man, cupping his hands.

Yet, once he finished speaking, he appeared troubled, for given the current circumstances, Xiao Tian staying here was by no means a good thing.

However, Adison Claire’s earlier words left everyone somewhat hesitant about whether to wake Xiao Tian at this moment.

After pondering, everyone’s gaze fell on the leader, watching his eyes shift back and forth before he finally said through clenched teeth, "Let’s make plans after the young master awakens!"

After speaking, he looked at the clear sky appearing on the horizon, yet his expression grew increasingly gloomy.

...

At noon, Xiao Tian finally woke up satisfied, feeling as if he had the delightful gratification after indulging in a lavish meal when famished.

As soon as he opened the door inside, he couldn’t help but be stunned, "Why are you all here?"

Outside the door, the Zhong Family members, who had long been waiting nervously, immediately swarmed over upon hearing the familiar voice, their faces expressing sheer joy.

"Young master, please hurry and return with us!" The leader went straight to the point, his expression extremely serious, and his tone rather grave.

Xiao Tian felt a chill in his heart and temporarily set aside the question of why the people suddenly appeared here, asking in a deep voice, "What’s going on?"

Hearing Xiao Tian’s question, several people exchanged glances, unable to conceal their astonishment...

How dare you ask what’s going on?

Weren’t all these matters caused by you alone?

However, these words were absolutely unspeakable.

After a moment’s contemplation, the leader answered, "You may not be aware, but your previous battle with the Mizuno Clan and Fujino Martial Arts Hall was recorded and broadcast on international television before we arrived here, causing quite a stir worldwide!"

Upon hearing his expert’s words, Xiao Tian felt relieved inwardly, as long as his family was safe, he casually responded, "Is that so..."

After waiting for a while without hearing further from Xiao Tian, they couldn’t help but glance at each other again, once again feeling astonished, and tentatively asked, "Young master, did you not quite understand... what I just said?"

Xiao Tian frowned and said, "Wasn’t it that my battle with the Mizuno Clan, Fujino Martial Arts Hall, and other forces was recorded and broadcast on international television, causing quite a stir worldwide?"

Upon hearing this, everyone felt dumbfounded, wondering if the young master’s brain had some kind of problem?

To remain so composed in the face of such a significant matter, truly possessing such talent was beyond their ability to match.

The awkwardness didn’t last long, as the leader quickly adjusted his mindset, regardless of whether Xiao Tian was truly indifferent or merely feigning calmness, and explained in detail the situation Xiao Tian would soon face, breaking it down thoroughly.

"Before we arrived, the forum on the Dark List was already in an uproar, with many coming to watch the spectacle and some even trying to find treasures, hoping to pick up one or two items."

The leader said, "Moreover, some forces have begun to stir, dispatching personnel to come here to you..."

At this point, the leader paused, observing Xiao Tian’s reaction.

However, what he saw was still that serene and handsome face, which then slightly lifted into a faint smile as he asked rhetorically, "So what?"