The City’s Strongest Son-in-law Chapter 1245 - 1244: Driven to Rage

"Well, you're naturally different from others. It's possible that exotic beasts might be scared by you, the Shen family's young lady, and obediently bow to you." Su Changfeng spoke with a smile.

Shen Rushuang turned her head with an ugly expression, glaring at Su Changfeng. She could naturally hear the sarcasm in Su Changfeng’s words.

In Tianshui City, she’s the Shen family’s young lady, with an extraordinary status, but in the eyes of those exotic beasts, she naturally means nothing.

"Su Changfeng, before you speak, look at your own identity first. What right do you have to speak to me?" Shen Rushuang gritted her teeth.

Upon hearing this, Su Changfeng obediently shut his mouth. A good man doesn’t fight with women, especially not with strong women like Shen Rushuang; there’s no point.

At this moment, Wang Junyi came riding on horseback from afar. Now he was a fourth-rank expert; no matter where he went, people would instinctively look at him, their eyes full of envy and admiration.

He couldn’t help but enjoy this feeling of walking at the center of the world. Although he was also the City Lord’s son, born with an unparalleled status, that external identity was nothing compared to his own strength. His powerful strength clearly gave him greater confidence.

"Shen Rushuang, we haven’t seen each other for days, and I’ve finally figured it out." Wang Junyi deliberately walked to Shen Rushuang’s side.

"Figured out what?" Shen Rushuang stared straight into the distance, not looking at Wang Junyi at all. It wasn’t arrogance, but insecurity, to be precise; she lacked the courage.

Once, Shen Rushuang never cared about Wang Junyi; after all, even Wang Chongxing was just a puppet of the three families, let alone Wang Junyi, the young master of the City Lord Mansion.

But things were different now. Wang Junyi had leaped into becoming a fourth-rank expert, far exceeding everyone in Tianshui City in strength. Naturally, she had no qualifications to act bossy in front of Wang Junyi.

"All those years, why did I focus so intently on liking you? With my skills, if I went to Xingluo, what kind of woman wouldn’t I have?" Wang Junyi looked at her smugly.

Shen Rushuang’s face turned unsightly. She never expected even Wang Junyi would dare to mock her now.

Giving Wang Junyi a fierce glare, Shen Rushuang said, "Just a mere fourth-rank expert, do you think Xingluo Royal Family would care about a mere fourth-rank expert? Quit dreaming."

Hearing this, Wang Junyi didn’t get angry but asked in return, "Do you really think fourth rank is my limit?"

Shen Rushuang’s expression turned even uglier. Wang Junyi had rapidly advanced by two ranks; certainly, he wouldn’t stop there in the future—it’s just a matter of time.

"Moreover, with my current strength, I can easily explore the depths of the Yuanqi Mountain Range, increasing the likelihood of encountering exotic beasts. If I’m lucky enough to become a beast tamer, what do you think Xingluo Royal Family’s reaction would be?" Wang Junyi laughed even more proudly.

Shen Rushuang’s face paled instantly. A beast tamer?

If he truly finds a way to become a beast tamer, Shen Rushuang would definitely regret rejecting Wang Junyi back then.

"I know you’ve always looked down on me, but things are different now; you don’t have the qualification." After speaking, Wang Junyi rode his horse straightforwardly to the front of the group.

He was now the most formidable presence in Tianshui City, naturally, he could walk at the front.

Su Changfeng held back hard, stopping himself from bursting out in laughter. This guy Wang Junyi was really too arrogant; Shen Rushuang might get infuriated by him.

At this moment, Shen Yunlong came over. Noticing Shen Rushuang’s poor complexion, he asked worriedly, "Rushuang, are you okay?"

Before Shen Rushuang could respond, Shen Yunlong looked at Su Changfeng with a face full of murderous intent, coldly questioning, "Was it you?"

Su Changfeng was speechless; he was just sitting at home, how did this blame come falling from the sky onto him? Where would he dare provoke Shen Rushuang?

But he didn’t respond, a little curious whether Shen Yunlong dared to stand up for Shen Rushuang.

"This matter has nothing to do with me. It’s Wang Junyi. If you want revenge, just go to Wang Junyi directly."

Hearing this, Shen Yunlong hesitated. If it were before, he would definitely dare to challenge Wang Junyi, maybe even make Wang Junyi apologize to Shen Rushuang. But times have changed; Wang Junyi was now a fourth-rank expert, not costing any effort to deal with Shen Yunlong. What qualification did he have to find trouble with Wang Junyi?

Su Changfeng chuckled lightly, didn’t expect this guy to also be someone who bullies the weak but fears the strong, only pretending to be brave with words.

"What? You're not seeking revenge?" Su Changfeng inquired, intentionally probing Shen Yunlong's silence.

"What business is it of yours? Shut your mouth!" Shen Rushuang shot an angry glare at Su Changfeng.

She was acutely aware of the immense distress Wang Junyi’s incident had caused Shen Yunlong. Su Changfeng’s deliberate provocation, she felt, was merely to humiliate him further.

Su Changfeng merely shook his head with a sigh. "I had initially believed your brother possessed the courage to aid you in vengeance. It appears I was mistaken. In that case, you may as well disregard anything I’ve said."

Abruptly, Shen Yunlong whirled around, his expression menacing, and seized Su Changfeng by the throat. "Su Changfeng, are you looking to die?" he snarled through gritted teeth.

Su Changfeng remained entirely unperturbed. He reasoned that even Wang Junyi would not dare commit murder in plain sight, let alone Shen Yunlong.

Furthermore, he considered that if Shen Yunlong truly acted against him, the outcome of who would perish was far from certain.

Even with the lingering effects of the White Jade Python’s poison, diminishing his power, dispatching a mere second-rank cultivator like Shen Yunlong would present no challenge.

"Shen Yunlong, you can only vent your frustration on me. How truly pathetic. Even if I offered no resistance, would you truly dare to kill me before all these people?" Su Changfeng's voice remained level.

A burning rage consumed Shen Yunlong, but he eventually released his grip on Su Changfeng’s throat.

He understood that taking a life publicly would invite severe repercussions, leading to mutual destruction. Recklessly jeopardizing his future for a fleeting moment of anger was not a path he would tread.

Observing from the side, Shen Rushuang could no longer contain her murderous intent. She had already been contemplating dealing with Su Changfeng during the hunting festival, and this encounter only served to solidify her resolve.

Before long, Wang Chongxing made his appearance. As the City Lord of Tianshui City and host of the annual hunting festival, his presence was a given.

"Esteemed guests, time is drawing nigh. I shall detain you no longer. I trust each of you will return laden with spoils. Now then, let us commence our journey."

With those words, a frenzied surge of movement swept through the crowd. Each individual was desperate to seize the initiative, knowing that exotic beasts were scarce on the fringes of the Yuanqi Mountain Range. Losing the initial advantage would significantly diminish their chances of encountering any prey.

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