Ten Thousand Dragons Technique-Chapter 199: Is Lin Xuan Going to Get Slapped?
The Star Pavilion Master was furious. A youngster had slapped him in the face repeatedly, driving him insane.
Shangguan Hao, who was beside him, roared, "How dare you!"
Leng Rushuang sneered coldly, "You are the insolent one!"
Lin Xuan smirked. "It’s not like I said it. Your own Pavilion Master personally said he would eat dirt."
"Of course, he doesn’t have to," Lin Xuan continued with the expression of someone enjoying a show. "But then he would be the one going back on his word, and he would be the one mocked by the entire world."
The Star Pavilion had targeted him time and again, even trying to kill him. Now, he wanted to thoroughly crush their arrogance. If he could publicly slap the Star Pavilion Master in the face, that would be ideal.
The Star Pavilion Master wished he could turn and leave right then. It was too humiliating; he had never been so disgraced. But he couldn’t leave, not when he still hadn’t obtained the weapon. Leaving now would mean all his efforts had been for naught, yet he was unwilling to eat dirt.
Just as he was caught in this dilemma, the Manor Master spoke up.
"I can’t bring myself to drink this entire jar of Divine Wine," the Manor Master said. "I only drink a single mouthful each year so that I can enjoy it for many years to come. Therefore, this clay jar cannot be damaged."
He then turned to Lin Xuan. "Show me some respect on this matter, won’t you, Young Master Lin?"
It was obvious the Manor Master was trying to smooth things over and give both sides a way to back down.
The Wangyue Pavilion Master quickly shot Lin Xuan a meaningful look. In truth, embarrassing the Star Pavilion Master now was not as important as pleasing the Manor Master.
Lin Xuan shrugged. "Since the Manor Master has spoken, I naturally have to show you respect. I’ll let the Star Pavilion Master off from eating dirt."
The Star Pavilion Master inwardly cursed, Lin Xuan, just you wait! I will kill you!
Outwardly, however, he wore a grateful expression and said, "Thank you, Manor Master!"
The others sighed in unison. What a pity they couldn’t witness the iconic scene of the Star Pavilion Master eating dirt!
The members of the Star Pavilion all sat back in their seats. Now, however, they were extremely low-key, each with their head hung low, not a word spoken among them.
The Star Pavilion Master’s face grew even darker. He just hoped the banquet would end soon so he could get the weapon and leave this place.
"Young Master Lin, do you truly have another jar of this Divine Wine?" the Manor Master asked again. "If you do, I would like to purchase some from you. Name your price, whatever you desire."
But Lin Xuan shook his head. "This is truly the only jar I have."
"Alas," the Manor Master sighed. He then remembered Tieyun spilling a cup of the precious liquid and, in a fresh wave of anger, slapped him across the face again.
Tieyun held his stinging cheek as tears streamed down. He felt it was all over; the Manor Master must despise him now. His standing with the Manor Master had plummeted.
Damn it! This is all because of Lin Xuan!
The Manor Master then asked, "What is the name of this Divine Wine? Why did a single cup make me fall into a drunken stupor?"
Lin Xuan explained, "This Divine Wine is called Millennium Drunk. It is exceptionally potent. Manor Master, you drank far too much in that one gulp. It’s also my fault for not reminding you that you should only take small sips."
"Millennium Drunk... No wonder I was intoxicated after just one sip," the Manor Master mused. "It’s fortunate my Spiritual Power is profound; otherwise, I really might have been drunk for a millennium."
The two of them hit it off and began chatting enthusiastically, much to the envy of everyone watching.
Tieyun sat there, covering his face in utter misery.
Beside him, Iron Mountain remarked, "I never expected the Manor Master to appreciate this Lin Xuan so much. It’s quite surprising."
"Hmph! Even if he produced some Divine Wine, he’s still just a braggart," Tieyun seethed. "Don’t forget, he claimed he defeated Tian Xing. If that’s not bragging, what is?"
"So what can we do? We certainly don’t dare to make a move on him now, or the Manor Master will punish us," Iron Mountain sighed. They were completely helpless against Lin Xuan.
Tieyun replied, "We can’t do anything, but someone else can. Tian Xing should be at this banquet. We can invite him to face Lin Xuan publicly."
"We’ll expose Lin Xuan’s lies in front of everyone," he continued. "Let’s see if he has the face to remain here after that."
"That’s a good idea," Iron Mountain said, his eyes lighting up.
Seizing an opportunity to propose a toast, Tieyun announced, "I’ve heard that the Heavenly Dao Academy is full of geniuses. Among them is one named Tian Xing, who became a Seven-Star Martial General at the age of eighteen. His talent is said to be peerless, with limitless future prospects. I wonder if Young Master Tian Xing is present?"
At these words, the hall fell silent. The expressions of everyone around turned incredibly strange.
Tian Xing was a genius, yes, but he had already been defeated by Lin Xuan—and it was a crushing defeat. How could Tian Xing dare to call himself a genius in front of Lin Xuan? What did Tieyun mean by this? Was he trying to help Lin Xuan humiliate the Star Pavilion even further?
The faces of those from the Star Pavilion turned even uglier as they glared angrily at Tieyun.
Tieyun, oblivious, walked toward them. "Young Master Tian Xing is one of your Star Pavilion, is he not? I wonder which of you is he?"
He then carefully added in a low voice, "Don’t worry, I’m helping you. I’m going to make that Lin Xuan embarrass himself in public. I’ll help you regain your face."
His words left everyone stunned.
The Star Pavilion Master looked at Tian Xing and said, "Stand up."
Tian Xing rose and faced Tieyun. "I am Tian Xing."
Tieyun sized him up, feeling the immense Spiritual Power radiating from him, and was inwardly shocked.
He really is a Seven-Star Martial General! Such talent at such a young age... truly a peerless genius.
Tieyun laughed heartily. "Young Master Tian Xing, I have long heard of your reputation! Seeing you now, you are truly as extraordinary as they say. I’m deeply impressed."
Hearing this, the Pavilion Master’s expression softened slightly, and the other members of the Star Pavilion managed a smile. It seemed Tieyun really was trying to help them save face, which made them incredibly excited.
Tieyun continued, "I wonder if we might have the opportunity to see Young Master Tian Xing in action? Perhaps a little spar to broaden our horizons?"
At this, Tian Xing nodded and looked at Tieyun. "Then let us spar."
"No, no, no, not with me." Tieyun shook his head and pointed to Lin Xuan at the main table. "How about you spar with this Lin Xuan instead?"
He then leaned in and whispered, "Young Master Tian Xing, I’m helping you out. When you fight him, teach him a good lesson. It’s your chance to get your face back."
However, when Tian Xing heard this, the smile on his face froze solid.
The nearby Star Pavilion elder was stunned. The Star Pavilion Master’s face turned grim, and his body began to tremble with rage once more.
Damn it! Is this his idea of helping? He’s setting us up!
Tian Xing had already lost to Lin Xuan. He was no match for him at all. Challenging Lin Xuan now would only bring them further humiliation.
But Tieyun didn’t know this. In fact, none of the disciples from the Sword Casting Manor did.
Iron Mountain also stood up and declared loudly, "Young Master Tian Xing, don’t hesitate! Show us your skills!"
"Yes, just have a friendly match with Lin Xuan."
"That Lin Xuan was probably just bluffing when he claimed he defeated you. How could that be possible?"
"Teach him a good lesson and expose his lies!"
"Let the Manor Master know what kind of person he really is!"
"He shouldn’t think he can be so arrogant just because he gifted a bottle of wine."
"A braggart like him isn’t welcome at our manor!"
"That’s right! We can’t let him strut around any longer. He should be thrown out!"
One after another, the manor disciples clamored for Tian Xing to teach Lin Xuan a lesson.
The faces of the other guests, however, became exceedingly odd. 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚
What? Have Tian Xing teach Lin Xuan a lesson? Was this a joke?
Tian Xing had been soundly defeated by Lin Xuan. He couldn’t possibly beat him.
What on earth were these people from the Sword Casting Manor doing? They were trying to utterly destroy what little dignity the Star Pavilion had left
