The City’s Strongest Son-in-law Chapter 1272 - 1271: Kneeling in Apology

Not long after, Pei Rong hurried over upon receiving the news.

The moment Pei An saw Pei Rong, his eyes lit up. Although he often caused trouble, he never worried Pei Rong, but today’s situation was different. Facing the domineering Wang Junyi, he was indeed at a loss.

Pei Rong immediately spotted Wang Junyi and the majestic Blood Lion beside him.

It seems the Seven-star Beast Tamer is real. He even had a vague suspicion in his heart, as he’d heard about the incident in Tianshui City earlier. Naturally, he knew there had been a Fourth-rank Expert who tamed a Seven-star Blood Lion at the Hunting Conference.

"Young brother, you must be Wang Junyi, right?" Pei Rong asked as he looked at Wang Junyi.

Wang Junyi raised an eyebrow, surprised that the old man recognized him at a glance. Clearly, the previous incident caused quite a stir.

Thinking of this, he felt a sense of pride.

"That’s right, I am Wang Junyi." Wang Junyi didn’t hide it and spoke directly.

In the past, Pei Rong naturally wouldn’t have taken someone like Wang Junyi seriously, as Tianshui City couldn’t compare to Qiyun City, so the Wang Family couldn’t compare to the Pei Family either.

But things are different now. Wang Junyi first rose by two ranks and then tamed a Seven-star Beast, lifting Tianshui City’s status. Later, people from Xingluo personally invited him to Tianshui City. Wang Junyi might already be one of them from Xingluo. Just from this point alone, Pei Family couldn’t compare.

"Young brother, this is my son Pei An. What happened earlier was a misunderstanding. I hope you can be magnanimous and not hold it against us," Pei Rong said to Wang Junyi with a cupped fist salute.

Pei Rong wouldn’t bring more trouble to himself or the Pei Family for the sake of pride.

"He wanted to kill me just now, and now it’s just a misunderstanding?" Wang Junyi spoke coldly.

Pei Rong looked at Pei An. He had reminded Pei An many times before not to cross the line in public, especially not to reveal any killing intent. If there were any matters, resolve them privately. But he hadn’t expected Pei An to cause such a big trouble, provoking a Seven-star Beast Tamer from Xingluo.

"You tried to kill him just now?" Pei Rong asked coldly, looking at Pei An.

Pei An shivered but didn’t dare to speak, lightly nodding his head.

Pei Rong’s heart sank. He looked at Wang Junyi again, cupped his fists, and said, "This incident was indeed my son’s fault. Since he’s at fault, he must be punished accordingly. What do you propose for him to do so you won’t hold it against him?"

"As you know, given my strength, I don’t care about such trivial matters, but your son did go too far. So I said he should kneel and apologize to me as punishment. After all, young people make mistakes. As long as they know their wrongs and correct them, it’s no big deal," Wang Junyi said indifferently.

Su Changfeng couldn’t help but laugh out loud upon hearing this. He couldn’t believe how skilled this kid was at flattery and how expertly he showed off. But now, he indeed had the confidence and capital. After all, no matter how powerful the Pei Family was, they dared not confront Xingluo.

"What, didn’t you hear? Quickly kneel and apologize!" Pei Rong shouted angrily at Pei An. Although the incident would become a joke in Qiyun City, the Pei Family’s survival was obviously more important than their reputation. If kneeling and apologizing could resolve the matter, he naturally didn’t want to complicate things further.

"Father, no matter what, I’m still the young master of the Pei Family. How can I casually do such a thing?" Pei An said stubbornly. In a different place, where there weren’t so many people, he might not be so insistent, but now he couldn’t bow his head in front of everyone.

"Young master of the Pei Family?" Pei Rong scoffed and said, "If it weren’t for you, would this have happened? What does being a young master of the Pei Family matter? Do you intend for the Pei Family to confront Xingluo because of you?"

Seeing Pei Rong’s insistence, Pei An’s heart sank completely. He knew all along that his father wouldn’t help him in this situation. It wasn’t about the importance of the matter but rather about saving face.

"Kneel and apologize at once. Is your pride more important, or is the life and death of the Pei Family more important?" Pei Rong glanced at Pei An and scolded in a low voice.

Thud!

Pei An knelt down directly. By this point, the situation was beyond his control. Compared to the Pei Family’s survival, his life wasn’t that important.

"I was wrong, please forgive me."

As soon as he spoke, everyone was shocked, their faces full of surprise. They were well aware of Pei An’s actions over the years. He wasn’t someone who would apologize easily, let alone kneel.

"He knelt and actually apologized."

"Yes, who would’ve thought the arrogant and domineering Pei An would have such a day? It’s truly satisfying."

"Hmph, what about the top family? They’re still kneeling and apologizing."

The people around were whispering. Naturally, some of them had been bullied by Pei An before, but they didn’t dare speak up due to the Pei Family’s status. Now, seeing someone teach Pei An a lesson, they were delighted.

However, they only dared to whisper, as they didn’t want to offend the Pei Family.

"We’ve already apologized. Can I take him back now?" Pei Rong asked Wang Junyi.

"Of course, but let me give you a piece of advice. Within Xingluo territory, every part is under Xingluo Country. Even if the Pei Family is the top family in Qiyun City, you must abide by the rules. Don’t think you can do as you please. If you cross the line again, I, Wang Junyi, will not spare the Pei Family," Wang Junyi said.

If someone else had said these words, they probably wouldn’t live to see the next day’s sun. No one had ever dared to speak to Pei Rong like this. But now, Pei Rong had no choice but to lower his head to the other party.

"Thank you. The Pei Family will certainly be careful with our words and actions in the future." With those words, Pei Rong led Pei An away.

Su Changfeng, who had been watching the whole scene, didn’t feel much, only thinking that Wang Junyi’s talent for showing off was getting better. As for the Pei Family, he didn’t care much about them.

Of course, Su Changfeng also understood that even after today’s event, Pei An wouldn’t necessarily restrain himself in the future. After being the young master for so long, one lesson is nothing to him.

He’ll continue his reckless ways unless he hits a hard wall or suffers a major setback that forces him to change.

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