Chapter 59: The Secret Guards of the Nie Family

Upon hearing Wu Tian's awkward tone, Song Qianqian's eyes were filled with effort. She already disliked Wu Tian, and now, with his sarcastic remarks, she could no longer contain her anger.

"Miss, please refrain from getting agitated. The Lord of the City specifically instructed you to restrain yourself before we came," Captain Ma reminded in a hushed tone as he saw Song Qianqian getting angry.

"Restrain? Can't you see how arrogant this stinky brat is? Wu Tian, just because you won first place in the sect-wide competition, you think you're invincible? My father, as the city lord, is giving you a gift out of respect. Not only do you refuse it, but you also mockingly retort. Do you truly believe you're extraordinary? Do you even know the value of a Level 4 demonic beast's demonic core? It's worth at least several hundred thousand silver taels. You might not obtain something so valuable even in ten years!"

Song Qianqian was quite furious. Having regretted her engagement in the past, she naturally didn't want Wu Tian to become powerful. The more formidable Wu Tian became, the more she felt slapped in the face.

"Ten years? Haha... Song Qianqian, I used to think you lacked vision. Now, I realize that you're utterly ignorant. A Level 4 demonic core, do you think I don't have one?"

Without hesitation, Wu Tian criticized Song Qianqian and revealed in his palm the Level 5 demonic core obtained from the giant-arm bear he had slain earlier. "Do you know what this is? It's the demonic core of a Level 5 giant-arm bear. Indeed, your Level 4 demonic core is precious, and I can't afford it!"

Both Song Qianqian and Captain Ma stared wide-eyed. The demonic core in Wu Tian's hand emitted a vast spiritual energy, much greater than their Level 4 demonic cores. Clearly, Wu Tian's demonic core was indeed Level 5.

Before Wu Tian's Level 5 demonic core, their Level 4 demonic cores seemed extremely low-grade, a blatant slap in the face. Song Qianqian and Captain Ma also realized this, their faces turning bright red, especially Song Qianqian, who was filled with shock and embarrassment.

"Song Qianqian, I suggest you don't appear in front of me again, alright? You're a significant figure, and your radiance is too much for me to bear. I almost vomited from your radiance. Please have mercy on me and spare me!" Wu Tian sarcastically said to Song Qianqian, arching his hand.

"Pfft!" Upon hearing Wu Tian's words, Song Qianqian was so angry that she almost couldn't stand.

"You... Wu Tian, you dare to insult me like this. I swear you will regret it, absolutely!" Song Qianqian pointed at Wu Tian, angrily shouting, then turned and left indignantly.

"Miss!" Captain Ma shouted loudly, but to no avail. "Young Master Wu, please forgive any offense. I offer congratulations on behalf of the city lord and take my leave!"

Saying so, Captain Ma hurriedly went to catch up with Song Qianqian.

"To give such an extravagant gift and still act so arrogantly. He really thinks I'm still the useless person I was before. A Level 4 demonic core – he must be overestimating me!" Wu Tian watched Song Qianqian's departing figure with a disdainful expression.

After the people from the City Lord's Mansion left, another group approached. The leader, an elder whom Wu Tian had seen at the auction, was from the Sun family in Pingyang City.

"Wu Gongzi, please forgive this old man for the intrusion. I am Sun Siqing, a steward of the Sun family in Pingyang City. I have come specifically to congratulate Wu Gongzi on winning first place in the Qi Tian Sect competition. It is indeed a joyous occasion. On behalf of the Sun family, I present a humble gift to Wu Gongzi. I hope you will accept it!"

Sun Siqing walked up to Wu Tian, politely expressing his congratulations. His attitude was very friendly.

"So, it's Senior Sun. I am truly honored by your presence. Your arrival adds luster to this occasion. If Senior Sun doesn't mind, would you like to come in for a cup of tea?"

"Haha, then I'll graciously accept your offer!" Sun Siqing laughed heartily and followed Wu Tian into the house.

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On the other side, Song Qianqian left with deep anger. She was almost brought to tears by Wu Tian's actions. Growing up in Pingyang City, she had always been the pride of the heavens, with everyone around her afraid to flatter her. However, Wu Tian not only ignored her but also insulted her. Moreover, her father didn't step in to resolve the matter.

In her fury, Song Qianqian went straight to the Nie family residence. Coincidentally, Nie Huixiang was preparing to leave and ran into Song Qianqian.

"Qianqian, what happened? Why are you crying? Did someone offend you?" Nie Huixiang quickly came over to ask Song Qianqian.

While crying, Song Qianqian angrily said, "It's Wu Tian, that scoundrel. Not only does he not respect my father, but he also insulted me..."

In tears, Song Qianqian exaggeratedly recounted the incident to Nie Huixiang, even describing Wu Tian as an unforgivable criminal.

Nie Huixiang, who had already wanted to deal with Wu Tian, now harbored even more resentment towards him for bullying Song Qianqian.

"That despicable Wu Tian dares to insult you! What kind of person does he think he is? Just because he won first place in the sect competition, he acts so arrogantly. It's simply outrageous! Qianqian, rest assured, I will help you seek revenge. I will make him pay at any cost. When the time comes, I'll make you watch as Wu Tian gets punished and kneels before you begging for mercy!" Nie Huixiang declared with determination.

"Thank you, Nie Huixiang. I truly appreciate it. At this moment, I realize who has been the best to me. You are the one who treats me the best. From now on, I will follow you wholeheartedly!" Song Qianqian said with gratitude.

Nie Huixiang was overjoyed and looked at Song Qianqian excitedly, asking, "Qianqian, are you serious?"

"Of course, I never lie."

"I'm so happy. I'm really too happy! Qianqian, rest assured, I will immediately make preparations to deal with Wu Tian. I will spare no effort to make him taste punishment. At that time, I will let you watch as Wu Tian is punished, and he kneels before you begging for mercy!" Nie Huixiang was overwhelmed with happiness.

"Steward, I need you to immediately assign ten family secret guards to me! I have something to deal with!" Nie Huixiang, upon returning, directly asked the steward for assistance.

The steward was surprised and asked, "Young Master

, family secret guards are the elite of the family. Why do you need ten secret guards, and what for?"

"It's because of that scoundrel Wu Tian. I want to take the secret guards to deal with him!" Nie Huixiang's eyes flashed with a cold light.

The steward shook his head and inquired, "Without the family head's orders, I cannot hand over the secret guards to you. The secret guards are the backbone of our family, each with a cultivation level of at least First Rank Martial Spirit. If they are exposed to the other three major forces in Pingyang City, it will be very detrimental to our Nie family."

"I am the young master of the Nie family! Do you dare not follow my orders? Old Steward, I command you to immediately assign ten secret guards to me. If you don't, I will kill you on the spot!" Nie Huixiang drew his sword angrily and shouted.

The old steward sighed, took out a token, and said, "Young Master, doing this will harm the Nie family. Please reconsider!"

"I don't care about that! Just give it to me!" Nie Huixiang took the token and hurriedly went to gather the secret guards.

The old steward quickly went to report this matter to the family head.