243: Do we have a big grudge against each other?

Chapter 243: Do We Have a Deep Grudge?

“Did you hear? I am ranked first in the Tianfu Association. Even if you join the Tianfu Association, you must obey my every command, understand?”

As he spoke, Bai Lei's face was full of arrogance.

Even,

Several Tianfu Association members beside him echoed:

“Of course, Young Master Bai’s ranking in the Tianfu Association is unshakeable!”

“He’s just an Undead Mage. Young Master Bai doesn’t need to bother with him.”

“It's just that Lu Ran’s attitude towards Young Master Bai is a bit irritating.”

“Don’t worry, Young Master Bai, with us here, this kid won’t be able to stir up any trouble.”

...

Listening to them speak, Lu Ran immediately labeled them in his mind.

Lackeys!

Since he had promised Shen Man to come today, he had to establish his footing.

Since Bai Lei had walked right into his trap, he might as well use him to establish his prestige!

At the same time, since these lackeys had chosen the wrong side, Lu Ran naturally wouldn't let them off lightly and made a mental note of all of them.

Of course, an organization like the Tianfu Association, those who could join were not useless individuals, nor were they all sycophantic lackeys.

More people were observing, watching the show.

But in their hearts, since Lu Ran dared to challenge Bai Lei, the outcome was predictable. Some even began to pity Lu Ran.

Among them,

There was also a small portion who came to watch Bai Lei's downfall.

These members had either heard of Lu Ran's abilities or had personally witnessed Lu Ran's battles.

In their hearts, Lu Ran was invincible.

They were happy to watch the show as Bai Lei walked into a trap.

After all, Bai Lei had often flaunted himself in front of them, and it was time for someone to humble him.

As for Cong Shuang, seeing Bai Lei's arrogant demeanor, she almost burst out laughing.

After shaking her head, Cong Shuang came to Lu Ran's side, looked at Bai Lei indifferently, and then whispered to Lu Ran: “Don’t cause a death. I know that with your identity and status, you don’t care, but the Bai family is a big family with a big business. Killing him would be very troublesome. The Tianfu Association also has its own rules, so it’s better to be careful.”

She knew Lu Ran was not afraid or worried. With Lu Ran’s identity and status, even if he really killed Bai Lei, he would not face any punishment or consequences.

But trouble is still trouble.

Even if one doesn’t worry about trouble, dealing with it is very time-consuming.

“Understood.” Lu Ran casually uttered two words.

But in his heart, he didn't really care.

A lesson is a lesson, dead is dead. Whether he dies depends on Bai Lei's fate.

Lu Ran didn't care at all whether he killed him or what the consequences would be.

Then,

Lu Ran looked at Shen Man and said, “I’ve long heard of the Tianfu Association; it’s renowned. But is this what the first-ranked person is like? How did he become first? If the Tianfu Association is like this, then I should consider whether or not to join.”

Shen Man's heart tightened.

But being as intelligent as she was, after looking at Lu Ran, she suddenly realized something.

So she chuckled and said, “The ranking of the Tianfu Association is very fair. It’s based on individual combat power. Members can spar and compete with each other, and their rankings are swapped based on wins and losses.”

Oh?

Lu Ran raised an eyebrow. This method was good!

It's exactly what I want!

“What’s my current rank?” Lu Ran asked.

“The Tianfu Association has a total of two hundred and forty-nine members. Your procedures are being processed. Once completed, you will be the two hundred and fiftieth member,” Shen Man said.

Upon hearing this, Lu Ran was somewhat speechless.

This ranking was truly dramatic.

Two hundred and fiftieth?

Is it really such a coincidence?

Indeed,

Bai Lei on the opposite side, upon hearing this, also suddenly realized that this was a perfect point to mock Lu Ran.

So he burst into laughter and said, “You’re killing me. If the president hadn’t said it, I would have forgotten. I didn’t expect the Tianfu Association to have so many more useless people. Isn’t it a coincidence that you, a new member, are ranked at the bottom, two hundred and fiftieth? Two hundred and fifty? Haha… it suits you perfectly.”

Lu Ran looked at Bai Lei indifferently.

Ignoring him, he continued to look at Shen Man and asked, “So according to the rules, if I defeat Bai Lei, our rankings will swap? I’ll become first, and he’ll become two hundred and fiftieth?”

Shen Man nodded immediately.

She explained:

“That’s the meaning, but it’s only part of the rules.”

“If you defeat Bai Lei, you will take his rank, and he will take yours.”

“Members with lower rankings generally climb up by challenging members with higher rankings to swap positions.”

“At the same time, there’s another rule: members with higher rankings can challenge members with lower rankings.”

“If the lower-ranked member loses, their ranking will drop by one position.”

“Of course, although this challenge method exists, very few people play that way.”

...

Lu Ran understood Shen Man's meaning.

Since Shen Man had said it, she must have had a purpose.

Clearly, Shen Man also wanted to humble Bai Lei.

And, to make Bai Lei ranked two hundred and fiftieth, forever unable to rise!

As long as Lu Ran wanted to suppress him, he would always remain at the bottom of the rankings!

This was also why people generally didn't use this challenge method, because it was too bullying!

A high ranking itself means one's own ability. To challenge a lower-ranked person is inherently bullying, and after defeating the opponent, one also lowers their ranking.

Unless there was some deep-seated grudge, very few people would provoke others in this way.

But for Lu Ran, this rule was great!

“What? You want to challenge me? You’d better think carefully. This is the Tianfu Association, and I’m ranked first. You’re not qualified to challenge me,” Bai Lei said arrogantly.

Lu Ran stared at Bai Lei for a moment.

He suddenly asked, “I have a question. I shouldn’t have known you before, but as soon as I arrived, you started targeting me. Is it inexplicably bullying a newcomer, or do we have some unknown grudge between us?”

Upon hearing this,

Bai Lei frowned and said, “Why are you asking that? Scared? I’ll tell you right now, as long as you join the Tianfu Association, you won’t have a good time in the future, I guarantee it!”

Even with President Shen Man present, Bai Lei had no scruples.

Again, the current Bai Lei was too arrogant!

But despite his arrogance, his ability to achieve the first rank in the Tianfu Association was absolutely beyond doubt.

He even surpassed Su Ting!

Moreover, Bai Lei was from a previous class than Su Ting, so his level was higher. Coupled with the Bai family's vast wealth, Bai Lei's equipment was also very well-armed.

Such achievements weren't just from being a wastrel.

He did have some substance.

This was also why Bai Lei was so confident.

Instead, at this moment,

Cong Shuang explained in a low voice from the side, “The Bai family and the Zhao family are old friends. Bai Lei knows Zhao Xuan, a junior from the Zhao family, even though Zhao Xuan is much younger.”

Zhao Xuan?

That Qimen Celestial Master who dueled Lu Ran during the Hundred Cities League and failed to show off?

So that’s it, wastrels gathering, birds of a feather!