Chapter 197: Now It's Your Turn Beg Me
"Over here, Senior Qin Ming!"
Surprisingly, it was Ma Hongjun who responded first, urgently waving his hand.
He was terrified.
At this moment, he didn't even dare to look in Zhu Zhuqing's direction.
Even though, just a minute ago, she had pointed at him and insulted him to his face
Even though she had outright mocked his Martial Soul, calling it a pathetic chicken
He had zero thoughts of revenge.
Zhu Zhuqing's actions and words had made one thing painfully clear
She didn't care about her life.
Just look at how miserable Dai Mubai was right now.
And it was precisely because of what she had said
That Ma Hongjun finally realized how stupid he had been.
He had actually planned to gang up with the others to bully Zhu Zhuqing
When she literally came from an aristocratic family filled with high ranking Soul Masters.
And now?
If things escalated any further, this could very well turn into a political dispute between nations.
By then
He wouldn't even know how he died.
Not to mention
Even Tang San and Yu Xiaogang had been thoroughly humiliated by her.
And scarily enough
She had even accurately pointed out some of his innermost thoughts.
He felt ashamed but also, relieved.
He agreed with her assessment of Yu Xiaogang.
And at the same time
He was glad that Yu Xiaogang was getting it worse than him.
At this point, he had only one thought
Heal Dai Mubai as soon as possible.
And after that?
Stay as far away from these people as possible.
Hell
He'd even go beg Oscar for forgiveness.
From now on
Oscar was his guiding light.
Whatever Oscar did
He would follow.
Qin Ming took a look at the oddly tense atmosphere.
He blinked then walked over with the Healing Type Soul Master beside him.
"I'll be relying on you, Master Gou."
Qin Ming respectfully bowed to the healer before gesturing toward Dai Mubai.
Coincidentally, this Healing Type Soul King's surname was Gou.
And unfortunately for Yu Xiaogang
The moment Qin Ming said those words, his face turned even greener.
"It's no problem at all. Treating students is my duty. Come, young man, take a few steps forward."
Master Gou smiled warmly as he summoned his Martial Soul.
Dai Mubai immediately complied.
No matter what, a professional Healing Type Soul Master was definitely better than Oscar's makeshift healing sausages.
He struggled forward with great difficulty.
The moment Qin Ming and Master Gou saw how he walked, a flash of understanding passed between them.
There was no need to ask what had been injured.
Some wounds… were simply better left unspoken.
Without another word, Master Gou activated his third and fifth Soul Rings.
Two streams of green light enveloped Dai Mubai
Particularly focusing between his legs.
One minute later
The healing was complete.
Master Gou withdrew his Martial Soul.
He cast Dai Mubai a glance
Then leaned toward Qin Ming, whispering something in his ear.
Afterward, without even waiting for thanks, he simply turned and left the training grounds.
"Alright, everything should be fine now. Just be more careful next time when sparring."
"Mubai, come with me for a moment. Master Gou asked me to remind you about some important precautions."
Seeing the way everyone was staring at him, Qin Ming put on a casual smile
Acting as if it wasn't a serious issue at all.
Of course
His attempt at downplaying the situation was pointless.
Because the moment he spoke
Dai Mubai's body swayed.
He nearly fainted on the spot.
But he forced himself to stay upright.
He clenched his jaw and nodded stiffly, then followed Qin Ming out of the training grounds.
Judging by the way he walked
His injury probably wasn't too severe anymore.
The atmosphere in the field grew even heavier.
Outside the training grounds, Qin Ming let out a sigh.
He stopped walking, then turned around to face Dai Mubai.
"Mubai, Master Gou wanted me to tell you "
"Your injury, on the surface, has fully healed.
"And it won't affect your daily life."
"But… his abilities have limits."
"To be safe, you should see a specialist in this field and get a proper examination.
"For now
"You need to rest for a while."
Qin Ming carefully chose his words, trying to phrase things as gently as possible.
Even so
Dai Mubai had mentally prepared himself.
But the moment he heard those words
His fists clenched tightly.
Qin Ming saw that he understood and patted him on the shoulder.
"I'll be going now. Get some rest."
And with that
Qin Ming turned around and walked away as fast as possible.
This?
This was none of his business.
As far as he was concerned, his duty as their sponsor was fulfilled.
In reality
He had only ever brought them into Heaven Dou Academy so the three Board Elders could have a reason to stay.
Just recently
Those very Board Elders had spoken to him in private, dropping subtle hints about various unspoken matters.
To be completely honest
If Xiao Wu hadn't come looking for him today, he would have been avoiding these younger students entirely.
And now?
He had to send someone to notify Flender.
This was a massive incident.
Yet the headmaster was nowhere to be found.
What the hell was he doing?
Did he really trust Yu Xiaogang that much?
And now?
Now that everything had exploded?
There was no way this could end cleanly.
Qin Ming picked up his pace.
This was all he could do.
At the very least
He had already done more than enough.
Outside the training grounds, Dai Mubai stood motionless, staring blankly at his lower body.
He stood there for a long time.
Then
He made a decision.
He turned around
And began walking back toward the training grounds.
As soon as Dai Mubai stepped back into the training grounds, every gaze immediately locked onto him.
Forcing a smile, he said, "It's fine now. I just need to rest and recover properly."
Then, his eyes shifted toward Zhu Zhuqing, who was still watching him with a mocking expression. This time, he didn't bother hiding the hatred in his gaze.
"You bitch, I swear I'll make you pay for this."
"Then why aren't you making a move now? Weren't you so brave earlier? Come on, Eunuch Dai call your dear brothers and attack together."
Now that she had freed herself from the chains that once bound her, Zhu Zhuqing's words cut like knives.
"Zhu Zhuqing, have you had enough?"
This time, it was Tang San who spoke, his face dark and menacing.
"Let me ask you just one question are you going to agree to the Martial Soul Fusion Technique, or not? Or have you truly made up your mind to die?"
Dai Mubai had hidden the true extent of his injuries, which meant he still intended to cling to life. For now, no matter how much he suffered, he would endure.
As for later?
Tang San only needed to slip in a little poison and any future trouble would be dealt with.
But as for Zhu Zhuqing?
She had already caused such a scene.
There was no longer any point in pretending.
He needed the power boost from the Martial Soul Fusion Technique.
He didn't care who provided it or how they felt about it.
And besides
He refused to believe that Zhu Zhuqing truly wanted to die.
"Oh? Dropping the act now, are we?"
Zhu Zhuqing sneered.
"Aren't you supposed to be so noble and pure?"
"You reacted so quickly just now "
"You even managed to block my attack for Dai Mubai "
"So tell me, back in Star Dou Forest, why couldn't you dodge Meng Yiran's kiss?"
Thanks to Han Li's mental link, Zhu Zhuqing had witnessed Tang San's entire persuasion attempt earlier.
If, before today, she had somewhat respected Tang San
Then from now on
That respect had completely turned into disgust.
"Ha. Hypocrite."
She didn't hold back.
"And what about Dai Mubai sorry, Eunuch Dai?"
"Even if I agreed to perform the Martial Soul Fusion Technique "
"Wouldn't it be better to ask him first?
"Tell me does he even dare anymore?"
She completely ignored the way Dai Mubai's face turned purple in rage.
Instead, she continued, "Besides why should I help you? Because you're shameless enough to demand it?"
"Tell me if I return to Star Luo Empire and join Davis' team, do you think he would refuse me?"
She smirked and turned to Dai Mubai.
"Come on, Dai Mubai. Tell your dear brothers what the real answer is."
There was not a trace of her former cold demeanor.
At this moment
She fully embodied the role of a villainess.
Dai Mubai's eyes widened in shock.
He had never expected Zhu Zhuqing to say such a thing.
"See that, Tang San?"
"His expression already tells you the answer.
"So? Still planning to threaten me?"
"Do you even deserve to?"
"You want the Martial Soul Fusion Technique to boost your power?"
"You want to win glory at the Soul Master Tournament?"
"Fine "
"Now it's your turn."
"Beg me."
She laughed, her face glowing with pure satisfaction.
"And you two pathetic wastes "
Her finger pointed at Ma Hongjun and Dai Mubai.
But the moment her gaze drifted toward Yu Xiaogang
She immediately pulled her hand back.
"Ugh. Bad luck."
Her sheer disgust was so obvious
Yu Xiaogang nearly fainted from anger.
"You're going too far!"
Tang San's voice was filled with murderous intent.
His hand instinctively moved toward his waist, reaching for his Twenty Four Moonlit Bridges.
"Too far?"
Zhu Zhuqing let out a mocking laugh.
"Not at all. Compared to you lot, I'm being downright merciful."
"I'm not even forcing you to do anything.
"Didn't I just agree to your terms?"
"I'm simply asking you to beg and you can't even handle that?"
"The Soul Master Tournament has Soul Bones as prizes, doesn't it?"
"And this also concerns the futures of your dear brothers "
"So tell me, isn't that worth lowering your pride?"
"Hmm… Seems like your 'brotherhood' isn't as deep as I thought."
Unknowingly
She had begun speaking in the same tone Han Li always used when teasing her.
Perhaps that was why he enjoyed talking this way.
Because
It felt amazing.
A few steps away
Han Li's expression turned odd.
Watching Zhu Zhuqing mock the others so mercilessly
For some reason
He felt like he was watching himself.
…
Was this considered self NTR?
But he had to admit
This wild little kitten was really quite something.
She wasn't just attacking them
She was hitting their vital spots.
Even as a bystander, he found it thrilling to watch.
Just then
His brow furrowed.
Within his perception range, he detected an approaching figure.
And they were rapidly heading toward the training grounds.
Qin Ming's doing?
Han Li's thoughts shifted.
At the same time, he quietly relayed the information to Zhu Zhuqing.
"WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON HERE?!"
A furious roar erupted from above the training grounds.
In the next instant
A gray blue silhouette landed between Tang San and Zhu Zhuqing.
"Xiaogang weren't you supposed to be training them?"*
"HOW did this happen?"*
"And you all do you not respect me as your headmaster anymore?!"
(End of Chapter)
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