Chapter 172: Chapter 172, The Cherry Blossom Union Agrees to Legion War_1
"Have you finally had an epiphany?"
Jiang Chen felt awkward. How could I entertain such thoughts? She’s overthinking it.
"Hmph, I’m sure that’s exactly what you were thinking."
Jiang Chen was speechless. Can this woman actually read my mind? No, that can’t be right! Could it be a new Skill?
"Are you wondering how I guessed? Thinking I might have awakened a new Skill, are you?"
Jiang Chen was dumbfounded.
Angelina didn’t possess such a Skill. Any woman could have guessed this unless she were an idiot—and Angelina clearly wasn’t. A woman’s intuition is just naturally that sensitive.
"You’re definitely thinking, ’What would it feel like to conquer a God?’"
Uh... She could guess that too?
"Hmph, whether or not you can conquer a God, you’ll have to conquer me first! You’ve successfully ignited my fury. Take this!"
WHINE WHINE WHINE WHINE...
My little brother: Damn it, you’re forcing me to work overtime! Is there going to be overtime pay? Can’t you think about me for a change?
「Sakura Alliance Meeting Room.」
The Sakura Alliance Envoy knelt respectfully on the ground. Before him sat a young man with blue hair and blue eyes.
He was clearly not from this world; this person was none other than Ulysses Percy of the Ulysses Family.
After the Sakura Alliance reported the situation, the Ulysses Family dispatched a delegation. More than a hundred people accompanied them to join the Three Union Corps, their sole purpose being to eliminate Jiang Chen.
"Alright, you don’t have to worry. This time, I’ve brought a hundred people to join the Three Union Corps. We will undoubtedly eliminate him. A human who hasn’t even reached the First-stage can’t stir up any real trouble."
"Thank you for the support of the Ulysses Family."
"This time, Jiang Chen is as good as dead."
"Sir, this Jiang Chen is very formidable. I fear a hundred people might not be enough to handle him."
Ulysses Percy was unconcerned. "You idiots can’t even handle a human who hasn’t reached the First-stage! The people I’ve brought are all experts Above the First-stage, including two Second-stage Heroes. Any one of them could single-handedly take on your so-called Legion."
"The Human Race is inherently weak."
After Ulysses Percy spoke, none of them dared to object.
「The next morning.」
While the two were washing up, they suddenly received a message.
It was broadcast worldwide.
[The Three Union Corps have accepted the Dark Legion’s challenge. The battle will begin in two days.]
Jiang Chen was stunned.
They agreed?
Just then, Jiang Chen received a call. Looking at the number, he saw it was from Long Zhantian.
"Jiang Chen, come to the office."
"Is something wrong?"
"It’s about the Three Union Corps. Also, the Gregory Family has sent people."
"Alright."
Jiang Chen went with Angelina.
In Dragon Battle Sky’s office stood three people, all of whom Jiang Chen recognized. Besides Long Zhantian, the other two were Arno and Gregory Arlin from the Gregory Family.
Gregory Arno said with a smile, "We meet again."
Jiang Chen smiled but didn’t respond.
"We arrived late and were outmaneuvered by the Ulysses Family. This time, there’s not much we can do to help you."
"What do you mean?"
Long Zhantian explained, "Just now, the Three Union Corps agreed to the Legion battle; you already know that!
"Yesterday, the Three Union Corps underwent a personnel change. A hundred people joined them. They’re not from our world but from Different Worlds. Among them, 98 are Heroes Above the First-stage, and two are Second-stage masters."
Jiang Chen contemplated. So, they did call for outside help.
"Now that they’ve agreed to the Legion battle, their personnel won’t change until it begins. The Gregory Family had intended to bring a hundred people to help you, but now they cannot join the Dark Legion or fight alongside you."
"They planned this."
Once a Legion battle is agreed upon, the rosters of both sides are locked. No one can leave or join until the battle concludes.
"I understand. That’s not a problem."
Gregory Arlin approached Jiang Chen. "You’re quite arrogant, aren’t you? Not even afraid of Second-stage Heroes. How about you work for me after you win? I’ll take you to see the wider world. Don’t stay cooped up in this small pond; it’s not the place for you."
Jiang Chen glanced at Gregory Arlin. This woman wants to recruit me?
However, Jiang Chen wasn’t interested.
"Let’s talk about that later. I have things to do right now!"
"What things?"
"I haven’t completed my First-stage assignment yet. I need to go finish that first."
Long Zhantian looked surprised. "You’ve already reached the First-stage? I remember you were only level 38. How did you suddenly get to level 49?"
"I made a trip to the Bloody Moon Cave, killed the Blood Moon Demon King, and, well, accidentally leveled up to 49."
Long Zhantian’s eyes widened.
What? He killed the Blood Moon Demon King?
That’s a Second-stage Demon King, one of the most powerful Demon Kings in the entire world! According to records, the Sakura Alliance once assembled an army of a thousand Heroes, all Above the First-stage, to try and eliminate him. They attempted to exterminate the Blood Moon Demon King, but only a handful returned; the rest were all killed.
Long Zhantian was completely speechless.
This fellow hasn’t even reached the First-stage yet. If he’s like this now, imagine how much more formidable he’ll be after he completes it!
The Gregory siblings exchanged a shocked glance.
To think he killed the Blood Moon Demon King... That Demon King is infamous even among the Evil God’s direct subordinates. Just what kind of terrifying monster is this guy?
Long Zhantian laughed. "Excellent! I believe you can defeat them. They’re simply no match for you."
"Not bad at all! You took on the Blood Moon Demon King single-handedly? That Demon King is quite famous, you know. Join me, and I’ll get you any equipment you want in the future. How about it?" Gregory Arlin looked at Jiang Chen, once again extending an olive branch, determined to bring this formidable talent into her fold.
Jiang Chen smiled. "Sure. Give me a piece of Mythical Equipment, and I’ll work for you."
"Hmph! If I had Mythical Equipment, why would I need you? Don’t be ridiculous! Such items... even our Clan doesn’t possess any. Does he think Mythical Equipment grows on trees, available whenever you want?" Gregory Arlin was seething. This guy had the audacity to ask for Mythical Equipment right off the bat.
"Well, then there’s nothing to be done. I’m the kind of person who’s loyal to money, not to people," Jiang Chen said, spreading his hands helplessly.
Jiang Chen turned and left.
Gregory Arlin looked skeptical. "Did that guy really kill the Blood Moon Demon King? I somehow feel like he’s just boasting."
Gregory Arno shook his head. "He’s not boasting. He’s telling the truth."
"How do you know?"
"The Swordsman Divine Envoy, An Siqi, is already Second-stage. Her mission was to kill the Blood Moon Demon King and retrieve the Blood Moon God Pearl. It appears Jiang Chen was the one who accomplished it."
"This guy is an absolute freak, and he hasn’t even reached First-stage! Imagine what he’ll be like once he learns new Skills after that. What a pity he won’t work for me."
"I told you before, Arlin," Gregory Arno advised, "powerful individuals have their pride. They won’t willingly become someone’s subordinate. Stop thinking about recruiting him. However, we can certainly cooperate with him."
Gregory Arlin nodded. "That’s true."