"You!"
Xiao Wuxing's face changed, anger flashing across his features. Just as he was about to speak, his father stopped him.
"Northern Military Commander, I hope you will spare my grandson's life. We can discuss any conditions."
The smile on Xiao Wenlong's face vanished, replaced by a cold expression as he looked at Bei Chen.
"There is nothing to discuss. Xiao Nanxing must die!"
Bei Chen shook his head and replied expressionlessly.
"Is there really no room for negotiation?"
A fierce glint appeared in Xiao Wenlong's eyes, his inner rage almost uncontrollable.
He never expected Bei Chen to be so formidable!
He had already lowered his stance considerably, yet Bei Chen wouldn't even grant him a chance to talk.
It seemed Bei Chen was determined to see Xiao Nanxing dead.
The art of war states, diplomacy before force.
Since diplomacy has failed, force is the only option!
Even though he didn't want the Xiao family to reach this point with him.
"None!"
Bei Chen answered without hesitation, leaving no room for maneuver.
"Northern Military Commander, I must take Xiao Nanxing away today. If you do not grant me this face, then I will have to offend you!"
Xiao Wenlong erupted, his voice chilling.
"Offend me? I'd like to see what methods you intend to use!"
Bei Chen said with a sneer, then slammed his hand on the table and declared, "With just those words, you have already offended me. Today, both father and son will stay here!"
Before his voice faded, his sharp killing intent, no longer suppressed, instantly enveloped the entire Star Military Mansion as if a chill had descended.
Boss Feng's heart churned with shock.
The Star Military Commander was truly living up to his reputation!
The killing intent he casually released was already terrifying.
Moreover, if Bei Chen had reached such a fearsome level, it was impossible to imagine how strong the other man, whom they called the Golden War God, must be!
Sensing Bei Chen's intense killing intent, Xiao Wenlong's expression remained calm as he said indifferently, "Northern Military Commander, think carefully before you act. If you truly engage in battle, you might not be my match!"
"Heh!"
Bei Chen immediately burst into laughter, a hint of disdain flashing across his face. "If you can withstand three of my moves, I will not only let you go, but I will also release Xiao Nanxing!"
"Good, since that is the case, it's a deal!"
Xiao Wenlong's face lit up with joy, and he said, "Bring it on!"
He believed that with his own strength, while he might not be able to defeat Bei Chen, he could certainly withstand three moves.
Furthermore, this was an excellent opportunity to see just how strong the Bei Chen Military Commander, who now intimidated the entire Xia Kingdom, truly was!
"You go first. If I make the first move, I fear you won't even be able to take one."
Bei Chen's face was calm, like a mountain, as he spoke faintly.
Beside him, a Star Guard respectfully presented his black and gold long saber.
Xiao Wenlong let out a cold snort.
What arrogance!
Did he truly believe the so-called Star Military Commander was invincible?
"Since that is the case, then I shall offend you!"
Before his words finished, Xiao Wenlong had already assumed an attacking stance.
Since Bei Chen wanted to play a big game, he would naturally oblige. After all, it wasn't he who would be humiliated!
"Go!"
Xiao Wenlong grunted.
Instantly, a fierce wave of energy erupted, accompanied by the roar of thunder, as it surged towards Bei Chen.
"Hmph!"
Bei Chen chuckled dismissively.
*Buzz!*
As the energy wave arrived, Bei Chen gripped the black and gold scabbard and drew his black and gold saber with a sharp *buzzing* sound.
A piercing cold light flashed, and the black and gold saber sliced down, cleaving the air.
In an instant, the cold light vanished, and the formless wave of energy dissipated.
Xiao Wenlong gasped, his pupils constricting in shock.
Such formidable strength!
Such exquisite swordsmanship!
With a single, simple move, his attack was broken.
"Since that is the case, it's my turn!"
A hint of amusement flashed across Bei Chen's face. He flipped the black and gold saber and delivered another seemingly simple strike.
However, this seemingly simple strike condensed into a blinding golden saber energy, imbued with the aura of death, and shot forth.
"Trouble!"
Xiao Wenlong's face changed instantly. He hastily assumed a defensive posture, prepared to sacrifice his life.
He had no choice but to make this decision!
Bei Chen's power was beyond his imagination!
If he had known he was this strong, he would never have dared to confront him directly.
But now, regret was too late.
He could only fight with all his might, even if it meant being crippled, to withstand Bei Chen's remaining moves.
Otherwise, the three of them, grandfather and grandsons, would all face a grim fate.
*Boom!*
With a thunderous roar, an immense pressure descended like a mountain.
Even with Xiao Wenlong's all-out effort to resist, he could not hold on.
*Pfft!*
Xiao Wenlong spat out a mouthful of blood.
Instantly, his knees sank deep into the ground.
However, as the terrifying saber energy descended, a fearsome power erupted, and the sound of breaking meridians could faintly be heard.
Suddenly, a loud voice called out anxiously.
"Northern Military Commander, show mercy!"
Many Star Guards tried to intervene, but an old man had already rushed in.
"Ancestor, you've come!"
Xiao Wenlong's eyes lit up with excitement, tears welling up.
His ancestor had arrived, and it seemed they were saved!
"You want me to show mercy? Who do you think you are?"
Bei Chen snorted coldly, disdain flashing across his face as he intensified the saber energy's power.
The saber energy, which had begun to fade, once again blazed brightly.
This time, Xiao Wenlong could no longer endure, and he spat out another large mouthful of blood.
"I apologize, Northern Military Commander, but I must offend you first!"
Seeing the critical situation, Xiao Chuandao could no longer restrain himself. He flicked his finger, releasing a powerful wave of energy.
As that wave of energy collided with the saber energy, Xiao Chuandao shot out like lightning, swiftly moving Xiao Wenlong aside.
*Boom!*
The saber energy struck down, unleashing a terrifying power.
Xiao Wenlong, still shaken, understood that if his ancestor had not arrived, he would have met his end on the spot.
His former arrogance had completely vanished.
He had initially believed that no matter how difficult it was, he could withstand Bei Chen's three moves, but he hadn't even managed to block the second.
Moreover, if Bei Chen hadn't let him attack first, he wouldn't have been able to take even a single move.
This was the might of the Bei Chen Military Commander!
Unparalleled and peerless!