The City’s Strongest Son-in-law Chapter 1231 - 1230: Settling Wang Junyi

What is this?

Wang Junyi was taken aback, a thought flashing through his mind, prompting him to instinctively scan his surroundings. So this fellow's arrogance in venturing out alone to such an isolated spot was because he had pre-arranged an ambush?

"No need for anxiety; it's merely me. I am sufficient to handle you." Observing Wang Junyi's reaction, Su Changfeng couldn't help but chuckle. To him, this young master of the City Lord's Mansion appeared like an oaf.

Wang Junyi blinked in confusion for a moment before erupting into laughter.

"You alone intend to deal with us? Su Changfeng, is there something amiss with your mind?" Wang Junyi taunted without any pretense.

"I believe I am fine; do you have any objections?" Su Changfeng inquired.

"Hahaha..." Wang Junyi couldn't hold back his laughter, and the dozen or so individuals behind him joined in.

In their estimation, Su Changfeng was utterly deluded to utter such a statement. The notion of a single person confronting their group of over a dozen was nothing short of a fantasy.

"Utterly ridiculous, Su Changfeng. Is there something fundamentally wrong with your intellect to dare utter such words?" Wang Junyi gazed at him with blatant disdain.

Su Changfeng offered a shrug, unperturbed, and stated, "Wang Junyi, Shen Rushuang and I are merely bound by a nominal marriage. To her, I am but a shield, and I find myself inexplicably entangled. Thus, there exists no profound animosity between us."

"I am well aware that woman would not permit your touch, yet even so, you must perish. My sole desire is for Shen Rushuang to recognize that apart from myself, Wang Junyi, no other man can be her husband," Wang Junyi declared.

"Might we not engage in further discussion?" Su Changfeng raised an eyebrow and posed the question.

"You have but one recourse, and that is death," Wang Junyi's expression darkened.

Su Changfeng couldn't help but shake his head. It appeared this situation could not be resolved amicably, and as such, he saw no issue in allowing Wang Junyi to witness how he, single-handedly, could dismantle their entire contingent.

"Should you find yourself regretting this later, do inform me promptly. Otherwise, I harbor considerable concern that I might lose control," Su Changfeng remarked.

"Hmph, cease your boasting. This time, I have brought individuals who are all Second-Rank Experts. You should be more concerned for your own well-being!" Wang Junyi scoffed, and the men behind him surged forward to attack Su Changfeng.

Su Changfeng found their actions amusing. Could these individuals truly be considered experts at the Second Rank? Their might likely barely equated to the Xuan-level. Su Changfeng harbored a desire to acknowledge their effort, but alas, they were simply unqualified!

"Very well, allow me to demonstrate the true nature of an expert at this juncture." Su Changfeng curved his lips and, before the others could complete their charge, he initiated his own advance.

From Wang Junyi's perspective, Su Changfeng was mere refuse, certainly incapable of evading his grasp. After all, within Tianshui City, the City Lord's Mansion stood as the sole entity possessing such a multitude of Second-Rank Experts.

The current City Lord's Mansion, precisely due to this advantageous position, was capable of rivaling the three major families and no longer serving as their pawn, thereby establishing itself as an independent power.

Across the Tianyuan Continent, might reigns supreme; strength is the definitive marker of status and identity. However, status cannot be equated with might. Consequently, even the Royal Family finds it necessary to adopt a more humble stance before true experts. This parallels the principles of Tuo Shi, where power is the ultimate arbiter.

At this precise moment, Su Changfeng found himself encircled by a cohort of individuals. With his swift actions, every one of the so-called Second-Rank Experts was sent hurtling through the air. These figures, held in high esteem within Tianshui City, held no consequence for Su Changfeng.

As his retainers were systematically subdued, incapacitated, and rendered unable to fight, Wang Junyi's eyes widened, his face etched with utter disbelief.

"Young... Young Master, how... how could he? We are Second-Rank Experts, are we not?" one of them involuntarily swallowed, addressing the equally stunned Wang Junyi.

Wang Junyi's eyes seemed on the verge of bulging from their sockets. His audacious actions stemmed from the confidence in his retinue of Second-Rank Experts, yet now, these supposed experts proved utterly incapable of mounting a defense against Su Changfeng; he was dispatching them with alarming ease, one after another.

"Impossible, utterly impossible! How could this have transpired?" Wang Junyi murmured, unable to reconcile this outcome with the reality unfolding before him.

Soon, all the Second-Rank Experts were decisively defeated, leaving only Su Changfeng standing, a smile gracing his lips as he regarded Wang Junyi, "Having regrets now?"

At this juncture, Wang Junyi finally appeared to regain some semblance of awareness, as the individuals surrounding him, gripped by fear, had already collapsed to the ground.

"Who... precisely who are you?" As Su Changfeng advanced slowly, Wang Junyi found himself compelled to retreat, his eyes filled with apprehension and defensiveness.

In his prior estimation, Su Changfeng's departure from the Shen Family and his journey beyond Tianshui City presented an opportune moment to discipline this supposed weakling. However, such thoughts were now entirely dismissed.

A profound realization dawned upon him: Su Changfeng, previously dismissed as a mere nobody, was an authentic master, the caliber capable of overpowering even Second-Rank Experts. It was plausible his current might had ascended to the Fourth Rank.

Within the confines of Tianshui City, a Fourth-Rank Expert embodied an almost unassailable presence. To declare such an individual the supreme power in the city would hardly be an exaggeration.

"Who am I? I am Su Changfeng, Shen Rushuang’s husband. Have you not bothered to investigate?" Su Changfeng inquired, a smirk playing on his lips.

Wang Junyi swallowed, his throat suddenly dry. Naturally, he was aware of Su Changfeng’s public identity. What he truly sought was knowledge of the man’s hidden, unknown background.

"Given your demonstrated strength, how did you manage to marry Shen Rushuang? And why do you choose to remain in Tianshui City?" Wang Junyi posed his questions, genuine bewilderment etched on his face.

"You wish to know?" Su Changfeng arched an eyebrow, a playful glint in his eyes.

Wang Junyi nodded vigorously, his head bobbing like an eager chicken.

"I can impart the reason to you, but it is a secret. As for the others..." Su Changfeng deliberately let his words trail off, the unspoken implication hanging heavy in the air.

A moment of hesitation flickered across Wang Junyi's features before he scrambled to comprehend the demand. Yet, a powerful reluctance stirred within him.

After all, these individuals were Second-Rank Experts. Their presence was the bulwark that allowed the City Lord's Mansion to stand against the other three influential families. Their demise would undoubtedly precipitate a far more perilous predicament for the mansion.

"Should you demonstrate a willingness to cooperate, I would not object to accepting you as my disciple," Su Changfeng added, observing Wang Junyi's wavering resolve.

To become his disciple?

Wang Junyi’s eyes suddenly blazed with renewed hope. In his estimation, Su Changfeng’s power likely surpassed that of a Fourth-Rank Expert. Securing a position as his disciple would be an unparalleled opportunity, a chance that rarely presented itself.

Furthermore, he reasoned, regardless of the prowess of his subordinates, nothing could offer him greater personal security than cultivating his own strength.

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