90: I'm not sure either.

“Then it’s settled.”

Liu Piaoling grinned.

Then, he looked coldly at Zhao Delong on the ground: “Pick up your arm and come with me!”

Zhao Delong heard this, not daring to make a sound, and hurriedly picked up his arm carefully.

Although he lost an arm, he was, after all, an Initial Stage of Acquired Realm powerhouse, with a physique far stronger than ordinary people. With the corresponding healing potions, he could reattach his severed arm in a short time.

Afterward, Liu Piaoling greeted Shen Xi and left the sales office.

This matter came to an end.

The sales guides, however, were so shocked that their mouths hung open, and it was a long while before they finally spoke.

“Oh my god, even a big shot of the Speaker of the Senate level has to discuss things politely with Shen Xi. This young man is too terrifying, isn’t he?”

“Xiao Wen has really latched onto a big leg this time. Not to mention anything else, just working for Shen Xi, word of that alone will have many people trying to curry favor with her.”

“Why don’t good things like this happen to me? I’m so envious!”

“It’s our own fault for being snobbish. Last night when he came, only Xiao Wen went to greet him. Otherwise, this good fortune might have fallen on us.”

As for the female sales guide, her intestines were already green with regret.

She hadn’t expected that even Zhao Delong was no match for Shen Xi.

Moreover, Shen Xi was a powerful Martial Artist.

Thinking of how she had offended him repeatedly, a chill ran down the female sales guide’s spine.

Who would have thought that such a prominent and powerful figure would buy one of their mid-to-low-end properties?

You know, what Zhao Delong bought was a high-end property worth trillions!

Shen Xi was stronger than Zhao Delong, so the property he bought should have been of an even higher caliber.

Of course, thinking too much now was useless; she had already offended Shen Xi.

Realizing this, the female sales guide gritted her teeth, walked up to Shen Xi, and knelt on the ground with a thud.

“Respected Sir, I was wrong. I was blind and shouldn’t have provoked an elder like you. You are a magnanimous person; please spare my life! At worst…”

Saying this, the female sales guide straightened her back, her meaning obvious.

“Get lost!”

Shen Xi said coldly.

He hadn’t intended to make things difficult for the female sales guide; she was just overthinking it herself.

He had seen too many snobbish people and was used to it.

“I…”

The female sales guide was stunned and wanted to say something more.

But seeing Shen Xi's icy gaze, she quickly nodded and bowed, retreating far away.

“Please help me complete all the procedures today. I’m in a hurry to move in.”

Shen Xi then said to Xiao Wen, his voice much softer.

Xiao Wen quickly nodded: “Understood. It will take two hours at most to handle everything for you. You can wait in the lounge.”

“Good!”

...On the other side.

Zhao Delong held an arm and followed behind Liu Piaoling.

He would glance at Liu Piaoling from time to time, looking as if he wanted to speak but hesitated.

“If you have something to say, just say it!”

Liu Piaoling knew Zhao Delong’s little movements without even turning his head.

“Sir, why didn’t you kill that bastard? He brazenly trespassed into the Inner City, which already violated the Inner City’s regulations, and furthermore…”

Zhao Delong didn't finish his sentence. His son's death was a personal vendetta, while trespassing into the Inner City was official business.

He knew that Liu Piaoling would handle official matters, but for personal vendettas, he wouldn't care; they didn't have such a deep friendship.

“Special times call for special measures. The Twenty-eighth City prioritizes stability now, and that young man being able to defeat you has already proven his strength. Even in peacetime, he would be qualified to reside in the Inner City. Now, it’s just that his method was wrong.”

Liu Piaoling replied calmly.

Possessing Acquired-level combat power already qualified one to reside in the Inner City, and even to receive a free house. Of course, the location wouldn't be too good, as it was free after all.

“But…”

Zhao Delong still wanted to struggle. He knew he was no match for Shen Xi and wanted to seek external help.

“There are no ‘buts’! Besides, even if I were to act, I can’t guarantee I could take down this young man.”

Hiss!

Zhao Delong couldn't help but gasp.

Even Liu Piaoling was no match for Shen Xi?

He was a powerhouse in the Major Completion of Houtian Realm!

This made Zhao Delong feel even more uneasy.

Of course, he didn't know that Liu Piaoling was saying this on purpose.

Liu Piaoling was still confident he could defeat Shen Xi, but why would he make an enemy of Shen Xi?

A Genius who could defeat Zhao Delong before the age of twenty and had comprehended the first heaven of Sword Intent—it was better to win him over than to oppose him.

Moreover, Liu Piaoling was only old in age, not muddled in mind; how could he not see through Zhao Delong’s little schemes!

“Furthermore, what I just said to that young man named Shen Xi was not a joke. When the beast tide erupts, you must go to the Outer City to resist it. If you refuse, I don’t mind killing you on the spot.”

Liu Piaoling’s next words sent a chill down Zhao Delong’s heart.

Was he really going to face the beast tide?

He had thought Liu Piaoling was just making up an excuse to protect himself!

“Sir, I…”

Zhao Delong still wanted to argue; he didn't want to die.

Even an Initial Stage of Acquired Realm Martial Artist faced a risk of death in front of a beast tide.

But before he could speak, Liu Piaoling’s cold gaze silenced him.

He had a feeling that if he dared to refuse, he would truly die!

“Go heal your injuries! With an extra arm, you can exert your true combat power, and your chances of survival will be greater.”

“Furthermore, Zhao Delong, I’m making myself clear: if you survive this beast tide, bygones will be bygones, and that young man probably won’t bother you anymore.”

“But if you still don’t know when to advance or retreat and go looking for trouble with him, I won’t intervene. At that point, even if you die, you’ll have brought it upon yourself. Do you understand?”

Leaving these words, Liu Piaoling departed directly.

Out of consideration for Zhao Delong being his subordinate, he had already done his utmost.

But if the other party was foolish and died, then his death would be in vain.

Initial Stage of Acquired Realm was indeed good, but in the Inner City, it was still not enough.

Nor was it important enough for Liu Piaoling to protect the other party at all costs.

Or rather, Liu Piaoling was different from other big shots; others cared more about themselves, but he cared more about the common people of the Twenty-eighth City.

Otherwise, he wouldn't maintain order during such a special time if he didn't want to prevent man-made casualties.

Watching Liu Piaoling leave, Zhao Delong’s gaze was incredibly complex.

He knew he couldn't rely on him anymore.

However, as long as Shen Xi was alive, he was destined to be a danger. Who could guarantee that he would truly let bygones be bygones?

This was a sharp sword hanging over his head!