Chapter 1116 - 1109: The Wager
Chapter 1116 - 1109: The Wager
"You're courting death!"
Yuan Ming's face darkened, and a shade of fiery red surged in his eyes as he stared at Qin Yang, with a murderous intent gathering.
"Humph, Yuan Ming, cut the nonsense. Send the Elder Xiangyun and Ruoxi back immediately, or else you won't leave the Bai Mansion today!"
Bai Qingtian snorted coldly, his face icy as he spoke. Ruoxi was the daughter of his third brother, and the Bai family's precious jewel.
Boom!
As Bai Qingtian finished speaking, ice spiritual power erupted from Yuan Qinglin, Bai Hanfeng, Liu Yan, and other Bai family elders. It was clear that they awaited Bai Qingtian's command,
"Uncle Bai, if I may speak bluntly, you cannot stop us, and besides, my Yuan Family is nearby. If a battle breaks out, it will surely cause a commotion that might shake all of Celestial Cyan City."
Yuan Ming turned his head, looking at Bai Qingtian and the Bai family members.
"Are you not after that little girl? Fine, my Yuan Family hasn't intended harm to her. But rather than the Yuan and Bai families warring in Celestial Cyan City, ultimately leading to one family's destruction, I have a proposal."
Yuan Ming's lips curved into a cold smile, then his gaze shifted with an added chill as he glanced at Qin Yang.
"Isn't this young man the promising youth you speak of? I want to challenge him on the Death Battle Platform, with life and death at stake. If I win, Bai Shuang will marry me, and our Yuan and Bai families will become one, eliminating future conflicts."
"If I lose, my Yuan Family guarantees at least five years without targeting the Bai Family, allowing our families to coexist peacefully for five years."
"As for your Bai family's little girl and Elder Xiangyun, they will appear on the Death Battle Platform tomorrow and be returned to your Bai Family."
The depths of Yuan Ming's eyes flickered with a cold light as he spoke calmly.
"Uncle Bai, what do you think of my proposal? Win or lose, it could remove strife between our Yuan and Bai families for a while."
Yuan Ming withdrew his cold gaze from Qin Yang and looked at Bai Qingtian.
Upon hearing this, Bai Qingtian, Bai Qinglin, and others in the hall exchanged contemplative glances.
The Yuan and Bai families had been at odds for years, and now with the Yuan Family's alliance with the dominant Blood Evil Sect, their actions had become ruthless, placing the Bai Family at a disadvantage.
Avoiding further conflict with the Yuan Family would be beneficial to the Bai Family, yet marrying Bai Shuang to Yuan Ming was something they absolutely did not want.
"Of course, if some people are too cowardly to step onto the Death Battle Platform, that's fine. The little girl and Elder Xiangyun will still be returned, but Bai Shuang must marry me."
Yuan Ming's lips curled into a cold smile. He glanced at Qin Yang and then turned his gaze to Bai Shuang, saying.
Hearing this, Bai Qingtian and others pondered deeply. They were aware of Qin Yang's alchemy skill, but unsure about his combat abilities.
On the other hand, they understood Yuan Ming to be exceptionally powerful despite his young age, having even escaped effortlessly from an Immortal Venerable Realm's pursuit according to the Royal Capital's wanted list. Among the younger generation in Celestial Cyan City, he was already considered the top.
Besides, there was no personal vendetta between Qin Yang and the Yuan Family, and he'd already aided the Bai Family significantly. They couldn't decide for him nor let Qin Yang risk his life for the Bai Family.
Apparently, Bai Shuang had similar thoughts. Despite her dislike for Yuan Ming, she had to admit the man's prowess.
"Yuan Ming, give up. No matter what method you use, I'll never marry you."
Bai Shuang spoke coldly.
"Miss Bai Shuang, I realize you don't fancy me now, but emotions can be nurtured over time. Our Yuan Family comes sincerely seeking marriage today, and your Bai Family's refusal is a huge blow to our credibility."
"Perhaps our Yuan and Bai families will end up battling now, and that little girl and Elder Xiangyun will have to remain guests of our Yuan Family for a long time."
Yuan Ming, with a handsome yet icy expression, spoke.
"You...!"
Hearing this, Bai Shuang's delicate face frosted over, with ice spiritual power swirling around her, clearly enraged by Yuan Ming's actions.
Just as Bai Shuang stared coldly at Yuan Ming, surrounded by ice spiritual power, a figure stepped forward lightly, standing beside her.
Bai Shuang's beautiful eyes turned towards the figure beside her.
"Do you trust me?"
Qin Yang smiled slightly, looking into Bai Shuang's clear and beautiful eyes.
As their gazes met, Bai Shuang could even see her reflection in those jet-black eyes; the smile on the young man's lips was serene yet tinged with confidence.
A ripple stirred within Bai Shuang's heart. Slowly, her expression faltered for a moment before she firmly nodded.
"Yes."
Qin Yang smiled and then focused on Yuan Ming.
"Young Master Yuan, I accept this duel."
Qin Yang's lips curved as he spoke to Yuan Ming.
Seeing Bai Shuang's attitude towards this young man, completely opposite to her attitude towards him, the cold glint in Yuan Ming's eyes intensified.
At this moment, as Qin Yang accepted, Yuan Ming's gaze landed on Qin Yang, filled with a hint of murderous intent.
"Fine, tomorrow morning at the hour of Chen, we'll meet on the Death Battle Platform!"
Yuan Ming, with an icy expression, glanced at Qin Yang, then turned his gaze to Yuan Bo, not wanting to waste any more words.
"Grand Elder, let's go." Yuan Ming spoke.
"Yes."
Upon hearing this, Yuan Bo nodded.
Regarding the wager Yuan Ming proposed, he had no objections. The reason was simple: Young Master Yuan Ming's strength was undeniable, and he had this confidence, especially against this young man who was even younger than Master Yuan Ming. How could he be a match for Yuan Ming unless he was already an Immortal Venerable Realm expert? But was that possible?!
"Patriarch Bai, goodbye. I hope someone doesn't shy away from the fight tomorrow."
Yuan Bo, the Grand Elder, glanced at Qin Yang, then turned and walked out of the hall, followed by Yuan Pavilion and two other elders.
"Wait, Grand Elder Yuan Bo, please take back your betrothal gifts."
However, just as Yuan Bo had taken two steps, a voice full of authority and coldness came from behind, belonging to Bai Qingtian.
Upon hearing this, Yuan Bo and the others halted, their expressions becoming grim.
"Let's go!"
Yuan Bo's face darkened as he commanded the others.
After watching Yuan Bo and his entourage leave, Bai Qingtian, Bai Zhixun, and others in the hall turned their attention to Qin Yang.
"Young Qin Yang, are you confident about tomorrow's battle? The Death Battle Platform regards life and death indifferently, and with Yuan Ming's disposition, he'll surely be ruthless. You've already done much for my Bai Family, and we cannot allow harm to come to you because of our business."
Bai Qingtian spoke solemnly.
"As for Yuan Family's abduction of Ruoxi and Elder Xiangyun, they might initiate it, but my Bai Family can respond in kind."
Bai Qingtian's eyes flashed coldly.
"Yes, unless Yuan Cong dares to stay in the Yuan Mansion forever."
Bai Qinglin also spoke coldly, his brow furrowing.
Upon hearing this, Qin Yang lightly shook his head. The longer little Ruoxi stayed in the Yuan Mansion, the worse it was.
"Don't worry, everyone. Yuan Ming may be strong, but I, Qin Yang, am not easily bullied."
Qin Yang's eyes shone with confidence. It seemed like it had been a while since he'd last fought; it was perfect for a battle just before breaking through to the Immortal Venerable Realm, using it to better sense the Thunder Tribulation. He hoped Yuan Ming wouldn't disappoint him.
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