Chapter 1008: Insidious Villain

Shao Chengfeng also looked at Xu Nian, a hint of anger flashing in his eyes.

He was, after all, the Young Sect Master of the Green Cold Sect and a prodigy among the younger generation on Green Cold Star.

This guy actually dared to speak to him in such a tone—it was simply courting death.

Looking at the opponent’s cultivation level, it was just the Middle Stage of Tribulation Crossing.

If it weren’t for Ouyang Qingqing, he would have slapped this arrogant fellow to death long ago.

So Shao Chengfeng didn’t get angry and merely snorted with a smile.

Ignoring Xu Nian, he turned to the Ouyang siblings.

"Ouyang Yun, you should know me. My purpose for coming today is simple: to invite you to join our Green Cold Sect. As long as you join us, I can ensure the safety of you and your sister. Not only that, but I can even grant you an elder position in the sect," Shao Chengfeng said, looking at Ouyang Yun.

Ouyang Yun was taken aback, not expecting Shao Chengfeng to extend such an invitation.

It was well known that he had joined some forces in the past, but none were as influential as the Green Cold Sect.

If he did join Green Cold Sect, he and his sister would genuinely be safe on Green Cold Star.

What surprised him even more was that Shao Chengfeng personally invited him.

Xu Nian did not speak, only quietly looking out the window.

Whatever decision Ouyang Yun made was his own business.

If Ouyang Yun chose to follow Shao Chengfeng, Xu Nian would definitely leave without hesitation, disregarding his previous assistance and promises.

After all, he wouldn’t care about someone who would betray him for a bit of profit.

"Sorry, Mr. Shao, I’ve already joined another force and can’t join the Green Cold Sect, but thank you for your kindness," Ouyang Yun said in refusal.

Ouyang Qingqing, upon hearing this, seemed to breathe a sigh of relief.

When Shao Chengfeng made the offer earlier, she was extremely nervous, fearing her brother would accept.

Because she knew better than anyone that the man in front of them was definitely not a good person.

"Oh? Joined another force? What kind of force? Is there a better choice than the Green Cold Sect?" Shao Chengfeng said arrogantly.

He had investigated the siblings earlier; they were orphans.

Having wandered onto this planet, there was absolutely no force behind them.

But now, Ouyang Yun claimed to have joined another force, which indeed surprised him.

Ouyang Yun, upon hearing Shao Chengfeng’s question, instinctively glanced at Xu Nian.

Xu Nian understood his intent and gestured that it was okay for him to speak.

With Xu Nian’s permission, Ouyang Yun said, "I’ve joined the Heavenly Court Gang, and this person here is our gang leader."

"Heavenly Court Gang? Never heard of it. A gang founded by someone at the Middle Stage of Tribulation Crossing probably doesn’t have much power, right? Ouyang Yun, are you sure you want to join this so-called Heavenly Court Gang and give up the opportunity to enter the Green Cold Sect?" Shao Chengfeng glanced at Xu Nian before looking back at Ouyang Yun.

Ouyang Yun frowned and immediately responded, "Mr. Shao, I, Ouyang Yun, may not be a great figure, but I always keep my word. Having promised Xu Gang Leader to join the Heavenly Court Gang, I absolutely won’t regret it. Besides, Xu Gang Leader has done me a favor, and I would prefer you not speak of him like that."

Originally, Ouyang Yun admired Shao Chengfeng, but hearing him mock Xu Nian made Ouyang Yun somewhat displeased.

Shao Chengfeng hadn’t expected Ouyang Yun to get angry over this.

Nothing but an ant.

If it weren’t for that person’s request, he wouldn’t have lowered himself to personally make the trip.

Now, seeing Ouyang Yun’s firm stance, Shao Chengfeng felt quite unhappy.

If he simply returned like this, that person would surely blame him.

At that time, the demands he had made would likely evaporate.

It might even anger that person, which would not be consequences that the Green Cold Sect could bear.

"Since he wants to join the Heavenly Court Gang, I’ll simply kill the Heavenly Court Gang leader—then how can he join?" A thought suddenly surfaced in Shao Chengfeng’s mind.

The more he thought, the more reasonable it seemed.

Clearly, Ouyang Yun rejected him because of this Xu Nian guy.

If this guy were dead, the Heavenly Court Gang would cease to exist.

By then, even if Ouyang Yun wanted to join, there would be nowhere to go.

So he once again turned his gaze on Xu Nian, patted Xu Nian’s shoulder, and said, "Brother, I’ve heard you’re the Heavenly Court Gang leader. I’ve never heard of such a gang in the Tianhen Star Domain. Are you from another Star Domain?"

As Shao Chengfeng spoke, his eyes emitted a cold light.

Simultaneously, a strong surge of True Essence emanated from his hand resting on Xu Nian, attacking Xu Nian’s Zifu.

In his view, being at the Peak of Tribulation Crossing and having cultivated strong Spiritual Formulas, his True Essence entering the opponent’s Zifu would certainly crush the guy’s Zifu.

People around them secretly pitied Xu Nian, seeing that Shao Chengfeng was ready to strike this guy.

It was possible Shao Chengfeng had already struck.

Poor fellow—whom did he provoke but Shao Chengfeng?

This guy was young but notorious for holding grudges.

People around shook their heads, believing Xu Nian would soon be in trouble.

Shao Chengfeng, sensing their expressions, felt even more smug.

This guy was arrogant before him; it’s time to let him know that some people are not to be trifled with.

But just as he was inwardly proud, waiting to see the guy become crippled...

His face suddenly changed, a look of astonishment appearing on his face.

Because he found that his True Essence vanished without a trace upon entering the opponent’s Zifu.

How could it be?

Logically, his True Essence should have ignited the opponent’s, causing a Zifu explosion.

How did it suddenly disappear?

Shao Chengfeng was utterly perplexed.

Xu Nian, beside him, had a faint sneer at the corner of his mouth.

He grabbed Shao Chengfeng’s hand on his shoulder and, with a laugh, said, "Mr. Shao, you’re indeed smart. You guessed right. The Heavenly Court Gang I founded is not in the Tianhen Star Domain. I’ve heard Sect Master Shao is one of the top prodigies on Green Cold Star, and meeting you today proves your reputation well-deserved."

While speaking, Xu Nian’s face bore a particularly bright smile, entirely like one seeking favor.

"Is this guy backing down? He was so arrogant before; now he knows fear?"

"Hmph, I think he’s just a coward, only daring to show off, really confronting Shao Chengfeng, and he won’t even know how he died."

"Even if he tries to curry favor now, it’s probably too late. Given Shao Chengfeng’s personality, he absolutely won’t let him go."

...

The crowd around discussed endlessly, all pointing at Xu Nian, their faces full of disdain.

However, they didn’t see Shao Chengfeng’s face was already livid.

Because he felt his True Essence rapidly draining, being absorbed into this guy’s body.

And his hand felt like it was pressed down by a huge mountain, impossible to pull away no matter what.

Damn!

How could this happen?

Shao Chengfeng cursed angrily in his heart.

Yet no matter how he struggled, it was all in vain.