Translator: CinderTL
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"Sometimes, things aren't as complicated as they seem," Li Chunjun said. "If you're angry, let it out. Holding it in isn't good for your health! Of course, everything needs to be considered carefully, just like how the rules of the Summit Tower state that mistakes come with consequences! But I think consequences and costs can be considered later. People really don't need to overthink things."
"So, what are you trying to say?" Zhao Tong's expression darkened.
"I don't care about your struggle for interests, and I don't care who I follow. I just want... to kill everyone who stands in the way of me reaching the Summit."
Li Chunjun calmly looked at him. "Do you understand what I'm saying now?"
Having been confronted so openly by a mere martial artist, Zhao Tong's face turned dark.
Zhou Yi raised an eyebrow but didn't say anything. She seemed to silently approve of Li Chunjun's audacity.
On the side, Director Zhang looked somewhat amused.
However, with other people of his level present, Zhao Tong didn't completely lose control of his temper.
He glared coldly at Li Chunjun. "Kid, you have guts."
"I'm not gutsy," Li Chunjun replied. "It's just that you're too small-minded. You think that bringing out an Innate Martial Artist will intimidate me. Not only does this show your narrow vision, but it also shows your cowardice and incompetence."
"Impudence!" Zhao Tong could no longer hold back his rage. He slammed the table and stood up abruptly.
Three figures behind him hesitated for a moment but still moved forward without hesitation.
"I'm merely stating a fact," Li Chunjun said, as though he hadn't noticed Zhao Tong's burning anger. "If you had invited a high-level Qi Refining Master, this wouldn't have happened. I wouldn't even have had time to speak. That high-level Qi Refining Master would have killed me on the spot after feeling offended."
"..." Zhao Tong's cold gaze faltered.
Zhou Yi and Director Zhang both looked speechless.
Do you hear what you're saying?
A high-level Qi Refining Master!?
Such cultivators are the top tier in the entire state, and if you had such influence, you would have long been commanding in Xuanzhou like Master Qing.
"If you really had the ability, you would have given the order to act right away. If you don't, it only proves one thing: you're scared."
Li Chunjun's gaze swept over the three martial artists guarding Zhao Tong.
They were martial artists, but their quality was still inferior to Du Kang, Tan Li, and Vincent's lineup.
He had easily killed two top martial artists and a high-level martial artist before, so these three were nothing to him.
"You're afraid, you have no courage. You rely on your connection to cultivator families to act all imposing, but I'm not fooled by you. So, you think I'm the one with guts? The problem is not me, but you," Li Chunjun continued.
Zhao Tong's face shifted between blue and white. His rage was undeniable.
How dare he!?
This bastard, how dare he!?
Disrespecting the directors like this, does he not care about his position in the Summit Tower? Does he not care about reaching the pinnacle and clearing his name!?
This kind of talk was essentially cutting off his own future!
Does he not fear angering me, forcing me to summon my son from the sect to kill him on the spot!?
"Cough, that's enough," Director Zhang intervened.
Although he enjoyed the spectacle, Li Chunjun's words made him uneasy.
He recalled how Li Chunjun had displayed his merciless decisiveness during the trials.
If this escalated to the point where this Innate Martial Artist started a killing spree, the consequences would be severe.
A wise man does not stand beneath a dangerous wall.
So, he stepped in and said with a smile, "Li Chunjun is a participant in the Summit Battle, he's already half a part of the Summit Tower. Let's not escalate things further."
"My words apply to everyone," Li Chunjun didn't give Director Zhang any face. "I know, all the participants in the Summit Battle were recommended by the nine directors. Theoretically, you all are the obstacles in my way to the peak! So... if any of you really have a problem with me..."
He paused and glanced at Directors Zhang and Zhao Tong. "Then send your strongest warriors to kill me, and let your actions speak for themselves."
His purpose in joining the Summit Tower was never to cleanse his sins.
The crime of killing.
He accepted it.
But that crime didn't need anyone else to cleanse.
To Li Chunjun, the Summit Tower was about saving time.
So...
He wanted to fight the best warriors of the nine directors!
What Li Chunjun expressed as his true intentions was seen as arrogant by Zhao Tong and Director Zhang.
He was challenging everyone!
Even Zhou Yi couldn't help but change her expression slightly.
But after a moment, a strange glint appeared in her eyes.
She unconsciously licked her lips.
A domineering man!
How interesting!
She liked the taste of conquering such fiery men.
"Ha!"
At that moment, Zhao Tong's fury was suppressed.
Because he knew, with the three martial artists by his side, they couldn't defeat an Innate Martial Artist.
As for Ye Sheng outside, he was Master Qing's person.
Zhao Tong wasn't sure if he could command him.
In this situation, being in such close proximity to a reckless, rule-breaking Innate Martial Artist...
It was too dangerous!
"Let's go!"
"Hope you're still thinking this way in three days!"
He said coldly and walked out quickly.
He had already decided to use the favor owed by Blood Fang!
He would even hire more experts for a battle of attrition or a hunting fight, directly killing this arrogant brat and showing him what consequences really mean.
Director Zhang also gave Li Chunjun a half-smile before leading his people away.
After they left, Zhou Yi looked at Li Chunjun with interest, sizing him up. "Brother, you're really impressive. You've given me a good breath of relief just now."
She then flashed a seductive smile and reached out to poke his chest through his clothes. "Tell me, how should sister repay you?"
"Arrange a room for me, and..."
Li Chunjun pushed her hand away. "Don't mess with my fighting state."
Her expression froze for a moment, then she smiled with the shyness of a little girl. "You're such a clueless little brother, but seeing as you're going to participate in the Summit Battle in three days, I won't hold it against you."
She waved at Hua Ying, who immediately led Li Chunjun away.
After walking a few steps, he chuckled. "Miss likes to joke, but don't take it too seriously, Master Li."
"Oh."
Li Chunjun didn't respond.
"Of course, if you really have ideas, once you reach the peak and ask Master Qing to help you successfully pass through the vital energy tempering and become a cultivator, there's still hope."
Hua Ying added, "The young master is Miss's only family. At that point, it's equivalent to saving you decades of effort."
Li Chunjun didn't even bother to respond this time.
Hua Ying was stunned for a moment, then quickly realized what was going on, laughing and shaking his head.
The arrogance of youth.
But an 18-year-old Innate Martial Artist had the potential to be proud.
However, this world wasn't lacking in talented geniuses.
For martial artists, turning potential into strength...
First, they needed to survive the vital energy tempering.
(End of the Chapter)
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