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“Brother Guo Leigang, I heard that due to the unclear situation, Young Master was also injured. I wonder how serious Young Master's injuries are?”
Guo Yunhua stepped forward and said, “Thank you for your concern, Uncle. My injuries are not serious.”
“That's good to hear. You seem to be in better spirits after not seeing you for a while.”
“Thank you for the compliment, Uncle.”
Guo Leigang looked around and said, “Brother Treasure, my Younger Brother has come here with a request. I wonder if we could ask the bystanders to step aside?”
Since Elder Yu was out, the only ones in the room besides Guo Leigang and his son were Zhang Diba and his daughter, along with Liu Guanfeng. Zhang Diba glanced at Liu Guanfeng and said to Guo Leigang, “Feel free to speak. This young man is my doctor; he is here to take care of my illness. If it weren't for him, I might have lost my life weeks ago, so he is not an outsider.”
“Alright, then I will speak. Ever since my Son saw Young Lady at the tavern, he has been unable to forget her. So tonight, my Son specifically asked me to propose to Young Lady. I wonder if Brother Treasure would agree? If our families truly become in-laws, as a betrothal gift, I promise to provide you with one thousand sets of equipment, and in the future, if you purchase equipment from us, it will be at a 30% discount. Other gifts aside, I wonder if Brother Treasure finds this acceptable?”
Hearing this from Guo Leigang surprised Zhang Diba. Although he sensed something was amiss, he did not expect the other party to propose directly. In this new world organization, his daughter could be considered a goddess among all the young talents. Even Liu Guanfeng, whom he had just met, was willing to help his organization without hesitation because of his daughter. However, his daughter did not look at any of them favorably. Moreover, he had made an agreement with his daughter that her future husband must be someone she chooses herself.
“Brother Guo Leigang, I must admit something that may make you laugh. I had a gentleman's agreement with my daughter that she would choose her own husband while I would only provide advice.”
“Oh? Is that so? It seems Brother Treasure truly cares for his daughter.”
“There’s no choice; Xiaoru's mother passed away early, and she is my only daughter, so I can only indulge her.”
Guo Leigang turned his gaze toward Zhang Yuru: “I wonder if Miss Zhang is satisfied with my son?”
Zhang Yuru replied to Guo Leigang, “Thank you for your kind intentions, Uncle Guo. Yuru is still young and does not wish to discuss marriage too early. Please understand.”
“It seems I was too hasty, haha. No worries; young people should have their own thoughts. Rest assured, niece, I will not force you into anything you do not wish to do. If you have time, communicate more with my Hua'er. Mutual affection is the ideal situation.”
“Thank you for your kindness, Brother Guo.”
"Where are you going? It's getting late, Treasure Brother, you should rest first. I will head back now."
"Then I cannot see you off any further. Liu Brother, please help me send off President Guo."
"Understood." Liu Guanfeng bowed to Zhang Diba and then turned to open the door. After a few people inside exchanged farewells, Guo Leigang stepped out, and after casting a lingering glance at Zhang Yuru, Guo Yunhua also turned to leave. Liu Guanfeng continued to see everyone out of the courtyard, and just as they reached the gate, Guo Leigang suddenly stopped and turned around.
He clasped his fist towards Liu Guanfeng: "You must be Liu Brother, right?"
Liu Guanfeng also bowed to Guo Leigang: "Indeed."
"I wonder if the young brother would be willing to join our Merchant Guild. I can offer you double the pay."
Liu Guanfeng smiled slightly: "Thank you for your kind offer, President. If one day I find it hard to stay in the New World, I hope Vice President won't turn me away. One must always repay kindness."
"Rest assured, with your talent, our doors at the New Home Chamber of Commerce will always be open for you. Farewell."
"No need to see me off."
After sending off Guo Leigang, Liu Guanfeng turned back into Zhang Diba's room.
At this moment, Guo Yunhua hurried over to Guo Leigang: "Father, no matter what, I want Zhang Yuru. I will marry no one else."
Guo Leigang smiled at Guo Yunhua: "Don't worry, father will make sure you get that girl. Just remember what your father does. After a while, once that old man Zhang Diba is gone and the new Leader takes over, as long as we can secure their weapons and equipment, they will willingly send that girl to us."
"Everything is up to you, Father."
"You are the only heir of our family; I hope you can give me a chubby grandson soon."
Meanwhile, Liu Guanfeng returned to the room: "Liu Brother, what do you think about this visit from Guo Leigang?"
"I believe they did not achieve their goals this time; I think they won't give up easily."
Zhang Yuru coldly snorted, "So what? Just seeing that guy makes me sick. Let me marry him? Dream on."
"They only dared to act like this because they saw that Big Leader's life is running out. If they block the path of equipment and weapons, I think we will be in trouble. At that time, no matter who becomes the Big Leader, it won't end well for them."
Zhang Diba nodded, "Based on what I know about Guo Leigang, it's quite possible he would do something like this. He is someone who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals."
Hearing this, Zhang Yuru was momentarily lost in thought, "So what should we do?"
Zhang Diba shook his head and sighed, "What else can we do? We can only take it one step at a time."
The next day, Liu Guanfeng spent the entire day at the Blacksmith Shop, and during this time, the three apprentices greatly benefited. Although Liu Guanfeng had only been there a few times, Master Huang, Tiger Head, and Tiger Tail felt that their blacksmithing skills had improved significantly. Especially for Master Huang, many things he had not understood before became clear after Liu Guanfeng's guidance, and his blacksmithing skills improved rapidly.
Liu Guanfeng was quite satisfied with the performance of the three apprentices.
That evening, two shadows quietly entered Chu Hanlu and his son's room. These two shadows were none other than the Chu Family Father and Son, who had been missing for a day and a night. Both father and son were covered in injuries but appeared to be in good spirits. After exchanging smiles, they turned to wash up and prepare for rest in order to participate in tomorrow's competition.
After a day of adjustments, the final knight duel of the New World Big Leader selection was about to begin. Following the same drawing method as the first match, Zhang Yuru once again drew a civilian boy, who also voluntarily forfeited.
The morning's matches passed quietly, with the only highlight being the duel between Pei Langhai and Hong Tao, where Pei Langhai ultimately triumphed.
In the afternoon matches, Zhang Yuru faced Pei Langhai; Chu Jiang Tian faced Fang Tianlong.
Before the first match of the afternoon began, Zhang Yuru and Pei Langhai arrived at the Arena simultaneously. Zhang Yuru stood on Xuanrou's shell while Pei Langhai stood on the back of his Mount, Giant Claw Crab. Both gripped their weapons tightly and stared at each other.
At Ma Xianglong's command of "Start," Zhang Yuru and Pei Langhai clashed.
Pei Langhai swung his blade towards Zhang Yuru while she skillfully deflected his Greatsword. Below them, both magical beasts were also engaged; Giant Claw Crab raised its massive claw to smash down on Xuanrou, who pushed her forelimbs outward. The two exchanged positions as Zhang Yuru shouted to Xuanrou, "Sister Xuan, Water Arrow!"
Upon hearing Zhang Yuru call for Water Arrow, Pei Langhai instructed his Giant Claw Crab, "Bubble Shield." The Giant Claw Crab then expelled a large number of bubbles from its mouth and used its massive claw to shield Pei Langhai from harm.
At this moment, Xuanrou's Water Arrow had arrived. Although Water Arrow's attack power wasn't very strong, a Water Arrow from a Ninth-Stage Beast was not so easy to deal with.
Xuanrou unleashed not just one Water Arrow, but a continuous barrage of over a dozen Water Arrows, all traveling along the same trajectory. When the first Water Arrow struck the Bubble Shield, the others followed suit, hitting the same spot. The Water Arrows released by the Ninth Tier beast were not something a Fourth-Stage Beast could withstand. The first Water Arrow shattered the Bubble Shield, and then all the subsequent Water Arrows concentrated on the Giant Claw Crab's massive pincers.
At that moment, Pei Langhai felt as if a giant hand was pushing his Giant Claw Crab, causing it to retreat continuously. It wasn't until the last Water Arrow shot out that the Giant Claw Crab finally steadied itself, but it was now less than a meter away from the edge of the Arena.
Zhang Yuru looked at Pei Langhai and asked, "Pei Langhai, should we continue?"
"Why not? I haven't lost yet," Pei Langhai replied as he swung his Greatsword and charged forward again.
Zhang Yuru shook her head gently while standing on Xuanrou's back. "Sister Xuan, send them down."
Xuanrou nodded and opened her mouth, releasing a massive jet of water that directly hit the advancing Pei Langhai. He raised his Greatsword in front of his chest to block the water column, but it felt as though he had been struck by a giant hammer. His entire body was sent flying, and after knocking him away, the water column continued downward toward the Giant Claw Crab.
The fate of the Giant Claw Crab was no different from its master; after blocking with its massive pincers, it too was sent flying. The two figures soared out of the Arena one after another.
When Pei Langhai came to his senses, he found himself lying beneath the Arena. He got up and bowed to Zhang Yuru. "Thank you for your mercy, Miss."
Zhang Yuru also bowed to Pei Langhai from atop the Arena. "You are too polite, Young Master Pei." After speaking, she turned around and Xuanrou carried Zhang Yuru down from the Arena.
Ma Xianglong returned to the Arena. "Next up, please welcome Chu Jiang Tian and Fang Tianlong to the stage."
Fang Tianlong and Chu Jiang Tian walked up from either side. Beside Fang Tianlong stood a crocodile, which was his Fifth Tier Mount, Deep Sea Crocodile. Opposite him, Chu Jiang Tian stood with dual blades in hand, accompanied by his Fourth Rank Mount, a water buffalo.
Fang Tianlong swung his Double Hammer toward Chu Jiang Tian with a smile. "Chu Jiang Tian, we've been at this together for quite some time now. You've never beaten me when it comes to mounts. Take my advice and admit defeat; it will save you from embarrassment later."
Hearing Fang Tianlong's words, Chu Jiang Tian coldly smiled. "Fang Tianlong, you may have won before, but who knows if you can win today."
"Brother Chu, why go through this? Didn't we face off just a month ago?"
"Brother Fang, today is different from before. To achieve victory, I won't hold back any tricks."
"Tricks? Have you practiced new techniques? Then let me see what you've got."
"Brother Fang, don't worry, I won't let you down."
"Please prepare the contestants," Ma Xianglong's voice rang out.
Fang Tianlong flipped over and sat on the Deep Sea Crocodile, but Chu Jiang Tian remained still, watching Fang Tianlong.
"Chu Jiang Tian, aren't you going to Mount?" Ma Xianglong reminded him.
Chu Jiang Tian cupped his hands towards Ma Xianglong and said, "I will go to Mount shortly. Butler Ma, just announce the start."
"Since both sides are ready, let the competition begin."
"Chu Jiang Tian, aren't you going to Mount?" Fang Tianlong asked first.
"You just come at me. I'll give you a surprise soon."
"Then I'm coming over." Swinging his Double Hammer, Fang Tianlong charged forward. As he got close, Fang Tianlong brought down his single hammer. Just as Fang Tianlong's large hammer was about to hit Chu Jiang Tian, a blue light flashed beneath Chu Jiang Tian's waist. Then there was a loud bang. Fang Tianlong was knocked away by a tremendous force and fell to the ground not far away.
At this moment, Chu Jiang Tian laughed heartily: "This is my trump card."
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