Daily Intelligence System: Don't Kill Me, Honey! Chapter 1644 - 379: Chen Jie: What? You Want Me to Be the Sect Hierarch? (Part 3)

Nothing proves more untrustworthy in this world than promises; you can't anticipate every individual acting as an honorable gentleman.

Simply heed promises without taking them to heart, or you'll surely end up the one suffering.

Grasp this truth: a promise means nothing at all. Once Zhu Yuanzhang established his dynasty, he proclaimed the Scarlet-Iron Covenant offering death immunity, yet whom did he actually spare? In the end, the power to interpret rests entirely with the promise-maker.

Should Chen Jie genuinely trust Du Zundao's words, he'd prove himself a complete idiot.

Understand that Du Zundao now views me as an adversary, not a comrade. Even if I handed over the Qiankun Great Method, he wouldn't welcome me into his fold.

Liu Futong stands apart, however. They're in dire straits right now, and aiding them at this juncture is like sending charcoal in a blizzard.

Friendships born from shared trials like that deserve true admiration.

These bonds stand firm as stone. Moreover, Liu Futong brings extra worth; his close allies include my dear brothers Peng Yingyu and Monk Peng.

Approaching Du Zundao now would make it impossible to face Monk Peng later.

Bear in mind, though Monk Peng has left the Zoroastrian Sect, his connections there remain deeply intertwined.

Should matters come to light someday, Chen Jiusi would face a grim fate.

With such considerations in mind, how could Chen Jie waver on the correct path? Right then, Chen Jie faced Du Zundao: "Dharma King Du, truthfully, your terms are quite enticing, and I truly desire to become your heir."

Du Zundao responded: "Excellent, then let's seal the agreement?"

Chen Jie replied: "Dharma King, you're no saint, but I refuse to mislead you. Your proposal is lavish, yet sadly, I must decline."

"Hmm? Why?"

Du Zundao demanded coldly. Chen Jie explained: "I just realized; the Dharma King resembles a savage tiger, sly and ruthless. I can't guarantee you'll honor your word, so I reject your offer."

Du Zundao's expression darkened as he spoke: "Friend, do you grasp the implications of your decision?"

Chen Jie affirmed: "I certainly do, yet I must follow this course regardless."

Du Zundao warned: "So you're opting for the harsh brew over the gentle one?"

Chen Jie eyed Du Zundao: "Dharma King, you're intimidating me; I'm no hero."

Du Zundao shot Chen Jie a look upon hearing this and declared: "Hehe, very well. I intended to offer you an opportunity, but you've squandered it. Now, don't fault me for claiming your life."

"Claim my life? Hahaha... Dharma King, if you possessed the guts, you'd have acted already; no need for these negotiations."

Du Zundao narrowed his eyes at Chen Jie: "Chen Jiusi, you're toying with danger."

Huh?

Chen Jie froze in shock, unprepared for Du Zundao to utter his true name just then; previously, he'd used "friend," suggesting ignorance of his identity.

Du Zundao, sensing Chen Jie's confusion, explained: "Wondering how I know your name? Hehe, truth is, your Kanglong Youhui gave you away from the start, though I held back then."

The intent had been mutual leeway. But your ingratitude ends that now. Chen Jiusi, reconsidered your stance? Severing ties today means peril for your external allies, your spouse and offspring—are you unafraid, and are they?"

Du Zundao stared at Chen Jie with a chilling tone. Chen Jie sneered in response: "Du Zundao, spare the threats. First worry about holding your sect hierarch seat without the Qiankun Great Method before lecturing me."

"Hehe, the Qiankun Great Method or not, I remain the legitimate Zoroastrian Sect hierarch; that's unalterable. Be wise and accept my terms. Foolish? Hehe..."

Du Zundao's gaze turned glacial: "One year hence marks your death day!"

Chen Jie regarded Du Zundao: "Planning to leap then?"

Chen Jie observed Du Zundao, silent yet with eyes blazing fierce resolve, poised as if set to pounce anytime.

Harboring these notions, Chen Jie stayed quiet, merely flashing Du Zundao a smug grin and stating: "Dharma King Du, reconsidered? This leap carries risks. Dare it, and I'll greet your airborne form—sans footing—with the Seventeen Dragon Capturing Palms. What odds do you hold against me?"

Du Zundao’s expression shifted drastically at these words, yet Chen Jie kept up the verbal assault, adding: "Oh, right, besides me, don’t forget there’s also Old Tortoise in this Yin Yang circulation. This Old Tortoise appears awfully ravenous, with chains rattling fiercely from its bites. I wonder whether the Dharma King’s body can endure a few chomps from Old Tortoise?"

Du Zundao’s eyes sharpened intensely, and the boldness swelling within him instantly deflated by half.

Chen Jie leisurely snatched a rock from the ground and remarked: "Hmm, perfect, a stone’s right here. Allow me to aid the Dharma King in testing Old Tortoise’s might."

With those words, Chen Jie seized the stone and flung it straight over.

Whoosh!

When the stone reached the core of the Yin Yang circulation, Old Tortoise’s flame pulse abruptly smashed into it the next instant, producing a thunderous boom that pulverized the stone to fragments.