Apocalypse: Grinding EXP through Hunting

Chapter 231: Chapter 218: Lose and Live, Win and Die

"Heh heh, hundreds of pounds? Let me tell you, it’s a full two hundred and thirty-five pounds!"

"What? Even an Extraordinary Powerhouse’s weapon isn’t that heavy!"

"Zhao Xiong was born with Divine Power. They say that as a child, he was raised on the milk of an Extraordinary Bear Beast. His arms can generate thousands of pounds of force, and when he swings that great axe, even masters who have just achieved Initial Entry into the Extraordinary have to concede the first two exchanges."

"..."

Up on the high stage, Tang Wen couldn’t make out their chatter.

Of course, it wouldn’t have mattered if he could hear them or not.

With a taut expression, he pondered how he should play his part.

He already had a rough strategy in mind, but now that he was actually on the stage, he had to adjust it based on his opponent. He had to adjust how he would play his part!

On the way here, Shui Yun had gone over the possibilities with him.

She had analyzed the gang’s stronger Martial Artists, discussing who might appear today and what their respective strengths were.

However, Zhao Xiong’s name had not been among those she mentioned.

He turned his head and his eyes met Shui Yun’s.

He could see a flash of anger in her eyes.

The anger of being deceived!

Shui Yun suppressed her fury and quickly sent a sound transmission, "Junior Brother, we’re not fighting! I’ll step in."

’Not fighting?’

’That won’t do!’

Tang Wen almost dropped his facade and sent a sound transmission straight back.

He took a deep breath and gave her a reassuring shake of his head.

Shui Yun frowned.

Tang Wen quickly held up one finger.

’One move?’

Shui Yun understood his meaning, but she couldn’t believe it.

She sent another transmission, "Junior Brother, don’t get carried away! Worst comes to worst, I’ll give you any reward you ask for."

Tang Wen paused, then a genuine smile spread across his face.

As one of the new generation of young talents within the gang, Shui Yun knew Zhao Xiong’s situation like the back of her hand.

Twenty-six years old and exceptionally talented, he possessed immense brutish strength, even greater than someone who had just achieved Initial Entry into the Extraordinary.

His only weaknesses were his comprehension and his Spiritual Power Cultivation.

That was why he had yet to break through to the Extraordinary Realm.

But slow comprehension didn’t mean no comprehension.

Everyone believed he was building a strong foundation to burst forth later. With a few more years of training, the day he became Extraordinary, he was bound to astound everyone!

By comparison, what did Tang Wen, a brand-new Martial Artist, have to stand against such a figure?

It wasn’t that she thought Tang Wen’s proclaimed Talent was fake.

It was just that he was too young. Even the best Talent needs time to be realized.

In another two years, maybe, but not now.

Shui Yun quickly relayed all this information about Zhao Xiong via sound transmission.

Zhao Xiong arrived before him.

Tang Wen looked at the two-meter-tall giant, then turned to Vice Gang Leader Lin. "Given my current Realm, is it within the rules for him to challenge me?"

Before he could answer, Vice Gang Leader Zhao rose to his feet. "Old Lin, you’re crossing a line. Zhao Xiong receives the benefits of an Initial Stage Extraordinary in the gang. How can he challenge a Martial Artist and expect to command respect?!"

Vice Gang Leader Lin ignored him, staring at Tang Wen, his voice booming like thunder. "Seventh Young Master, getting cold feet?!"

A hush fell over the scene.

Even the most oblivious person in the crowd could tell something was off.

’What’s going on?’

’Are Vice Gang Leader Lin and the Seventh Young Master at odds?’

All eyes turned to the stage, to the beast-like Zhao Xiong and his massive axe, which was as wide as a door.

Compared to the well-proportioned and devastatingly handsome Tang Wen, they couldn’t help but subconsciously sympathize with the Seventh Young Master.

Vice Gang Leader Lin’s eyes went wide, and he took a step towards Tang Wen. "If you’re scared to fight, then renounce your status as a Young Master! The Black Water Gang has no room for cowards!"

"Old Lin, what do you think you’re doing?" Vice Gang Leader Zhao moved closer.

Tang Wen suppressed the urge to kill, his voice deep. "Fine, I’ll accept the challenge. But if you lose, you will join the Seven Kills Hall! You’ll work for me from now on."

"There’s no such rule!" Vice Gang Leader Lin scoffed. Although he felt there was no way Tang Wen could win, he refused to yield an inch.

Tang Wen lowered his voice. "I’d advise you to know what’s good for you. If you don’t agree, I won’t fight. Worst case, I’ll just have my master come and judge who’s right and who’s wrong."

"You!" Vice Gang Leader Lin raised his hand, then forced himself to hold back.

Tang Wen smiled. "Vice Gang Leader Lin, it’s your choice how this plays out."

"Shameless junior! You’re a disgrace to the Black Water Gang! Zhao Xiong, what do you think?" Vice Gang Leader Lin shot him a meaningful look.

Tang Wen immediately pointed to Vice Gang Leader Zhao and said, "Zhao Xiong, you have nothing to worry about.

Vice Gang Leader Zhao and I will act as your guarantors.

Even if you lose and come to work under my command,

no one will be able to threaten your family.

Otherwise, they will be an enemy of our Black Water Gang!

Vice Gang Leader Lin, wouldn’t you agree?"

Vice Gang Leader Lin snorted. "Kid! Let’s see if you’re still smiling in a moment! Zhao Xiong, just fight as you normally would. Don’t worry about anyone’s status!"

"Yes!" Zhao Xiong responded, his eyes locking onto Tang Wen, his murderous intent on full display.

Vice Gang Leader Lin looked at Tang Wen with contempt. ’Little bastard, trying to play games with me?’

’Zhao Xiong is a mole planted by the Huang Family. If you lose today, you get to keep your life. But if you win by some miracle, you probably won’t even know what kills you later on.’

With the sound of a gong, Tang Wen and Zhao Xiong stood facing each other on the stage.

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