Chapter 693 -Invitation to battle
GDK 693: Invitation to battle
Han Shuo spent some crystal coins on goods suitable for mortal cultivators. In this shop, those so-called “divine weapons” rarely seen on Profound Continent not only had clearly marked prices, but they also weren’t all that expensive.
Han Shuo managed to acquire the materials and tools he needed from the shop by spending merely five black crystal coins. Without buying any divine weapons for himself, Han Shuo left the store with Donna.
Soon after Han Shuo walked out of the shop, a skinny middle-aged man with purple hair walked into the room that Domo was in. He asked, “Mister Domo, should we investigate the origins of these divine weapons that the youngster sold us?”
Domo, whose body was crammed in his chair, lazily shot a glance at that man and said in a contemptuous manner, “That youngster was escorted here by Miss Donna of the Lavers Family. Even if there is a problem, we must shoulder it. Master has previously instructed us that we should, by no means, offend anyone from the five major families. Do you wish to go against the words of our Master, Jackson?”
“Of course not!” Jackson lowered his head and promptly replied. However, a hint of fury was showing in his eyes as he thought to himself, we are both blacksmiths working in this shop, but why is it that your words weigh more than mine? “But if, by any chance, there really was a problem relating to the origins of these divine weapons and we had not handled it well, who shall take the blame when someone looks into it?”
“What problem can there be with a few low-level divine weapons?” Domo wore a disdainful face and said impatiently to Jackson, “The only few valuables here are three midgod divine weapons. They belong to the light and water elements. I can’t foresee any problems that could arise. Fine, just put my name on this transaction. If there’s any problem, I will take full responsibility. Are you satisfied now?”
“Well, if you say so, of course I have no objection. Alright, I shall stop bothering and get back to work!” Jackson walked out from Domo’s room and smiled mischievously. He then went to the third floor, gathered a few storekeepers in a corner, and instructed in a low voice, “Investigate the origins of those divine weapons, do not miss out the slightest detail. If you find anything fishy, report back to me immediately.”
“Understood, Mister Jackson,” the few storekeepers on Jackson’s faction nodded their heads in affirmation.
Han Shuo and Donna had no idea that they were being dragged into trouble because of personal disputes between two workers in that shop. At that moment, Han Shuo was still strolling around the streets with Donna. With Donna as his guide, Han Shuo gained further understanding of the City of Shadows.
“Young master Teng Fei is too modest. In a one versus one battle, I would surely have to retreat,” Zico, a divine guard of the Lavers Family, echoed Cage’s words after taking a deep breath. He was a tactful divine guard.
“Teng Fei, during this period that you stay with my family as a guest, don’t forget to give my little sister some guidance. After all, she looks up to you!” Cage said with a smile as he pointed at Eve standing not far away. Eve was Avery’s daughter, an early-stage midgod. Although she resembled Donna somewhat and looked a little prettier, she lacked that graceful, refined, and regal quality. At this moment, her cheeks were slightly blushing and she was looking at Teng Fei and the ground back and forth rather bashfully. She was obviously very keen on Teng Fei.
“Haha, of course,” Teng Fei said cordially. However, he had merely thrown a glance at Eve casually. He didn’t seem to be as interested with Eve as she was with him.
“Alright, let’s take a break and watch other people fight,” Cage said, pulling Teng Fei towards the area where Eve was resting.
“Huh? Friend, you don’t look familiar. Are you a member of the family?” Zico knew just about every person in this place. Therefore, when he saw the unfamiliar Han Shuo, he couldn’t help but ask when he walked past him.
After Zico uttered those words, the crowd in the gymnasium noticed the unfamiliar face. Their attention turned to Han Shuo.
“No, I’m a friend of Donna’s. I heard the sound here so I came to have a look,” Han Shuo replied.
“Oh, I see. Haha, our friend is cultivating in the energy of death, if you are interested, you may go look for a suitable opponent for a friendly match. It is only in real battles that one makes real progress. It is very beneficial for you!”
“Haha, perhaps not. I’m here just to take a look. Besides, my powers are meager. I best not show my ineptitude,” Han Shuo declined tactfully.
“Hi, friend, you are also a lowgod of late-stage strength, which is just right for me. Come on, let’s have some fun! Don’t be a bore!” a bald young man standing in the gymnasium waved at Han Shuo. He appeared rather similar to Dolores but slightly shorter and lacking the grave and stern air.
“Miss Donna’s friend definitely won’t be anyone unordinary. Please do not decline – just have a little fun with Doloxes. There won’t be a problem,” Teng Fei who was having tea with Cage in the resting area, kindly advised. A strange light shone in Teng Fei’s eyes as soon as he heard that Han Shuo was Donna’s friend.
“Even young master Teng Fei has spoken. Friend, please don’t decline. Consider it as giving us face and come down to have fun!” Cage advised right after. He seemed to be very friendly with Teng Fei.
“Alright then. We will have a light play. Nothing serious,” Han Shuo nodded with a defeated smile when he saw that he could not refuse. He walked towards Doloxes in large strides, thinking that given Donna’s status, these people wouldn’t be too serious.