Chapter 1201 - 1067: What a Huge Appetite

Chapter 1201: Chapter 1067: What a Huge Appetite

The City Guard is responsible for maintaining planetary security; on Qingyuan Star, who doesn’t understand the "Sealing Land Technique"?

Their question belongs to the category of asking the obvious.

After all, the difficulty of the Stephen Clan is notorious; without asking, they might vent their anger on them.

Moreover, the three warships were reported to the military, which also has the power to investigate the cause of damage.

Since the Gustine family provided an answer, corroborated by reason and evidence, they considered their task accomplished.

As for the battle that happened within the Gustine family’s territory, they chose to ignore it directly.

Noble territories are sacred and inviolable; if someone barges in seeking death, they cannot be blamed for inaction.

Just as they were about to leave, among the six Supremes, one Wood Attribute Supreme loudly shouted.

"Bastards, can’t you see we’re being besieged? We’re Supremes!"

This is not just a matter of noble identity; there is an Imperial regulation against the unauthorized killing of Supremes.

However, in the current scene, this reason seems a bit nonsensical; the "Sealing Land Technique" is an Imperial law.

Two warships filmed for evidence before disappearing like lightning into the distance.

Mu Yu glanced at the shouting Supreme, his gaze resembling that at a clown.

After approximately two hours, the besieged finally exhausted their Inner Breath, collapsing one by one on the ground.

Two B-levels even died due to suffocation, including the one with the Dark Attribute.

This time, the Stephen Clan suffered significant losses.

Then the Paranoid stepped forward and laid Restrictions on each captive, before everyone withdrew from the Battle Array.

The Nutrient Injection also restored the A-level Cultivation Level, though his complexion seemed pale, indicating some backlash still existed.

Nonetheless, he volunteered to negotiate with the other party; everyone exchanged glances and expressed agreement.

Ultimately, without this guy’s explosive effort, the group couldn’t have assembled the Supreme Five Elements Battle Array.

Moreover, he had deeply involved himself in the improvement of the Five Elements Battle Array, practically counting as an auxiliary team member.

Most critically, this guy’s grasp of information was shockingly extensive.

In many aspects, not only do several Supremes know less than him, but even the Little Lake pales slightly.

After all, the information held by the Big Head Butterfly was collected from the internet, while the Imperial places considerable importance on information barriers.

Moreover, experienced individuals know many social norms and unspoken rules can’t be found online.

Like Nutrient Injection, who knows how to extract more benefits from Supremes without worrying about repercussions.

Not merely because he is backed by Supremes, but due to his multiple practical experiences.

Nonetheless, the Flower Scorpion expressed willingness to go along, to broaden her horizons and familiarize herself with the negotiation content.

The two approached the castle, facing the slumped captives, and Nutrient Injection spoke first.

"Now, first I need to confirm, who among you is in charge?"

An A-level sneered upon hearing this, "A mere A-level, do you think you are worthy?"

Though they truly admitted defeat, their side had six Supremes; did the other side actually send two A-levels?

Nutrient Injection flashed his body, coming before the person, withdrew a Short Blade, and slashed it over.

In the next moment, blood splattered, and the disrespectful one’s head fell to the ground.

Casually, Nutrient Injection retrieved the Short Blade and spoke expressionlessly, "I dislike noise; those who shouldn’t speak, shut up!"

Several captives’ eyes flared with intense anger, yet none dared act recklessly.

The opponent’s brutality was apparent, having crushed three warships without hesitation; what wouldn’t they do?

Properly speaking, smart folk avoid immediate losses, remembering grudges to settle scores later.

However, most gave little reaction, especially the six Supremes.

Higher-ups are more indifferent to life than common folk, nobility particularly so.

Nutrient Injection paused briefly, likely to let the group become alert, then spoke again.

"Once more, who is in charge?"

Still, no one answered his query.

After seven or eight seconds, he once again spoke with indifference, "I’ll count three numbers backward, three, two..."

"It’s me," the Water Attribute Supreme responded, knowing not reacting might prompt the little guy to do something else.

"You, this shameless scoundrel?" Nutrient Injection looked at him indifferently, "Got punched, and became tone-deaf?"

Qu Jianlei first realized that when this guy spoke harshly, he truly had a knack.

The Water Attribute Supreme glared at him fiercely, yet didn’t dare refute.

This bunch is exceedingly brutal; he couldn’t guarantee if talking back would lead to dire treatment.

In the next instant, the adversary spoke indifferently, "Keep staring at me, and I’ll pluck out your eyeballs!"

"Tsk," the Water Attribute Supreme clicked his tongue, obediently lowering his eyelids, no need to self-humiliate over a minor issue.

Seeing him no longer agitated, Nutrient Injection spoke deeply, "Your warships caused us massive losses."

While speaking, he raised his hand to point to the distant pit blasted by the warships, "You must compensate!"

All three of our warships have been destroyed by you!

"Hmm," the Water Attribute Supreme felt annoyed but couldn’t discern the reason, so he just let out a light hum to indicate that he acknowledged this.

In the end, it’s because power is inadequate. This is a society that speaks with fists.

The Nutrient Injection didn’t mind his attitude and continued, "We didn’t want to cause trouble initially, but you disturbed our peace."

"This also requires compensation!"

The Water Attribute Supreme let out another hum, indicating he recognized this statement.

The Nutrient Injection continued, "These are minor issues; the important thing is, do you really believe our array came from your family?"

"I hope you think carefully before answering... You only brag about glory, but we care about our reputation!"

The Water Attribute Supreme couldn’t just hum in response now. If he couldn’t respond well to this question, it wasn’t merely a matter of losing face.

"This... should be a misunderstanding. The power of our family’s Five Elements Array shouldn’t be this great."

"So, you still insist on arguing that your family had a Five Elements Array?" The Nutrient Injection’s expression was somewhat strange.

However, seeing the opponent about to speak, he waved his hand off lightly, "No need to explain, I’ve already warned you!"

"Now let’s talk about the most important point. You acted without any evidence and stormed in..."

"We also have our circle. If they knew a minor Marquis bullied us at home, what would they think of us?"

A minor Marquis? The Water Attribute Supreme could hardly suppress a twitch at these words; your tone is truly overbearing!

During the Stephen Clan’s prime, even a Duke wouldn’t dare to comment on them like this.

However, there’s no choice now. The opponent has already proven their formidable strength.

The "circle" mentioned by the opponent should objectively exist, but the current clan no longer touches that level.

Then he heard the opponent’s follow-up, "This compensation is the main point!"

This is asking for a lion’s share... The Water Attribute Supreme was utterly tangled over this.

But does he have a choice? He could only nod, "Alright, you speak."

Qu Jianlei listened and nodded secretly: This Nutrient Injection haggles truly adeptly!

First, mention insignificant factors, wait for the opponent to consent, then gradually increase the stakes.

This resembles the accumulation of sunk costs, leading the opponent to consider... since they’ve already conceded, further concession isn’t a big deal.

Unintentionally, even conditions seemingly unthinkable become worth consideration.

This works far better than opening with extravagant demands!

Sure enough, the Nutrient Injection had quite an appetite, "Then let’s say one trillion, Nameless Silver Notes."

"How much?" The Water Attribute Supreme truly thought he’d misheard. Could you quote something more outrageous?

However, the Nutrient Injection calmly repeated, "One trillion."

"You’re joking, right?" The Water Attribute Supreme could no longer care about the opponent’s ferocity.

He responded earnestly, "We are willing to compensate, but could you... quote a reasonable price?"

"Is it a lot?" The Nutrient Injection flashed his body and drew the Short Blade again.

He swung the blade and killed the Wind Attribute A-level individual.

Have to admit, his eye for selecting targets is sharp, prioritizing latent talents first.

Then, he sheathed the Short Blade and said coldly, "Don’t easily question me, a dignified Marquis can’t come up with one trillion?"

The Water Attribute Supreme’s lip twitched, "Can’t possibly come up with that much cash."

"Moreover, I don’t believe our lives are worth one trillion."

The Nutrient Injection asked indifferently, "So you’re saying, keeping you is useless?"

Dammit, do you have to go this far? The Water Attribute Supreme felt truly vexed internally.

However, it’s evident he cannot speak casually at this moment.

After some thought, he responded, "Could installment payments be allowed?"

Bear in mind, he led the clan’s elite here this time.

The Marquis Clan has many Supremes in contact, but concerning a valuable resource like the Five Elements Battle Array, they naturally couldn’t share it with outsiders.

If the elite all fall here, the clan would suffer a heavy blow to their Primordial Qi in the short term, possibly never recovering.

Thus, they could only concede initially, take it step by step, and see how things play out.

Perhaps they might find a mediator to help broker, or even a strong ally.

"Installments are certainly an option," the Nutrient Injection smirked, "Thirty percent down payment and the balance cleared within five years."

"But until the payment is fully settled, don’t expect to leave; food and lodging costs are your own!"

"Not allowed to..." The Water Attribute Supreme was about to retort but quickly remembered the opponent doesn’t tolerate questions.

Thus he sighed, "All the family industries need management, and our absence could impact repayment speed."

"That’s your issue," the Nutrient Injection answered without hesitation, "Any delay, and we’ll resort to killing!"

He had no intention to argue about this, and shortly after, he casually started another topic.

"This is merely cash compensation; we have other demands!"