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After dinner, Zhang Diba called Liu Guanfeng and Zhang Yuru into his room, smiling at Zhang Yuru and saying, "Xiaoru, you had a clean sweep today."
Zhang Yuru pouted, "What kind of clean sweep is this? Neither of them fought me."
Liu Guanfeng explained from the side, "Actually, this shows the charisma of Old Leader and Big Leader. It is precisely because of this charm that such a large organization as New World can be united, and so many people are willing to dedicate everything to the organization. If Miss becomes the Leader in the future, I hope she can also learn to possess this kind of charisma."
After hearing Liu Guanfeng's words, Zhang Yuru nodded repeatedly without saying anything.
"I believe my Xiaoru will definitely become a Leader like her father."
Zhang Yuru sat on the edge of the bed, holding Zhang Diba's hand. "Father, please rest assured. I will not let New World decline in my hands."
"Xiaoru, do you have confidence in defeating Chu Jiang Tian tomorrow? Especially after seeing that guy's throwing knife and Whirlwind Blade Technique today. I think it won't be easy for you," Zhang Diba said with concern.
Zhang Yuru smiled slightly. "Father, you can rest assured. I am fully confident that I will defeat Captain Chu Jiang Tian tomorrow."
Standing beside them, Liu Guanfeng took on an elder's tone and poured cold water on her enthusiasm. "It is good that Miss has confidence, but remember not to underestimate your opponent. You must remember that even when hunting rabbits, a lion uses all its strength."
Both Zhang Diba and Elder Yu nodded in agreement with Liu Guanfeng's words. Sitting aside, Zhang Yuru said, "I understand. I will not underestimate my opponent. I know what tomorrow's competition means to me. I will not let the guild that Grandpa and Father worked so hard to build fall into others' hands."
"That's best. Xiaoru, it's getting late; you should go back and rest early. Remember to be extra careful during tomorrow's competition."
"Yes, I understand, Father. You take care of your health as well. I will take my leave now; Elder Yu, thank you for your hard work." Zhang Yuru bowed to Zhang Diba and Elder Yu before leaving the room.
Seeing Zhang Yuru walk out, Zhang Diba asked, "Liu Brother, did you notice any issues with today's competition?"
Liu Guanfeng nodded, "I can only see that the Room Leader's faction is still loyal to the Big Leader, and that young man named Fu Ziqiang can also be reused. He just needs a bit more training to become a capable subordinate of the young lady."
Zhang Diba nodded, "What Liu Brother said, I will continue to pay attention to. If we really want to cultivate someone like Liu Brother mentioned, then the future of the entire gang will still depend on you young people. We old Little Guys should step back."
Elder Yu smiled silently, but kept nodding.
"Big Leader, do you have anything else? If not, I will head back to rest," Liu Guanfeng observed that Zhang Diba seemed to be talking with Elder Yu and then proposed his departure.
Zhang Diba nodded, "You go rest first; we will need your efforts in the future."
"Then I will take my leave, Big Leader." After cupping his hands in respect to Zhang Diba and Elder Yu, Liu Guanfeng turned and left the room.
Zhang Diba looked at Elder Yu and asked, "Elder Yu, you have been by my father's side since he established the New World. You have seen countless people; what do you think of Liu Guanfeng? I always feel that this kid wouldn't contribute so much without a reason; he must have some ulterior motive."
Elder Yu smiled at Zhang Diba, "Big Leader, haven't you noticed anything?"
"Noticed what? Does he really have an ulterior motive?"
Elder Yu nodded, "Of course he has an ulterior motive; otherwise, no one would think so much for us without reason. And what he seeks is not small."
"Is that so?" Zhang Diba sat up abruptly. "Elder Yu, what exactly does he want? Is it our entire New World?"
Elder Yu shook his head, "Whether it is the New World or not is uncertain, but I know that what he currently seeks is your Treasure."
"My Treasure? My Treasure consists of the sword and armor left by my father. Moreover, these two items were returned to me by him. Is there something else?"
"Don't you have anything more valuable than these two dead objects?"
"More valuable than the sword and armor? Then it must be Xiaoru." Zhang Diba suddenly realized, "Elder Yu, are you saying that he has taken a liking to our Xiaoru?"
Elder Yu nodded with a smile: "From the words and actions of the two, as well as the information I received from Ma Xianglong and others, I can deduce that this little guy named Liu Guanfeng must have his eyes on Ruer."
Hearing this, Zhang Diba relaxed and lay back down: "If he really likes Ruer, then there's nothing to worry about. At least he can't harm Ruer. Moreover, if Ruer has this kid's help, she might actually fulfill Father's wishes. And this kind of thing is not something we can interfere with."
"Yes, that's a matter for the young people; let them figure it out themselves."
Thus, the two most authoritative figures in the new world irresponsibly joked and laughed in the room.
In another courtyard, in a room at the very back.
"Father, do you know why you called me here?" asked Chu Jiang Tian, who was set to battle Zhang Yuru the next day.
"Tian'er, do you have confidence in your match against that little girl Zhang Yuru tomorrow?"
Chu Jiang Tian smiled slightly: "Father, you know that little girl Zhang Yuru. Usually, the last thing she wants to do is practice. Besides, she's only an inferior Intermediate Knight right now. Winning against her will be very easy. If it were Fang Tianlong, that little guy would be a different story, but facing Zhang Yuru is much simpler."
"That's best. However, I noticed that she seemed quite confident today. Even when facing Fang Tianlong, she didn't appear flustered."
"She's just pretending to be calm; after all these years, don't you understand that little girl yet?"
Chu Jiang Tian's father, Chu Hanlu, nodded in agreement with him.
"However, this little girl seems to have become much more beautiful after just a few weeks of not seeing her." At this moment, Chu Jiang Tian was no longer the serious figure from the morning in the Arena, but had transformed into a pair of lecherous eyes. When he mentioned Zhang Yuru, he couldn't help but swallow, looking extremely sleazy.
Chu Hanlu, standing nearby, said, "Look at you, so pathetic. As long as you become the new Big Leader of the New World, that little girl will be at your mercy. At that time, who would dare to say no or compete with you?"
Hearing this, Chu Jiang Tian immediately perked up: "Don't worry, Father. That girl Zhang Yuru can only be mine. Let me defeat her in the Arena tomorrow, and then I'll have her submit in bed."
Chu Hanlu patted Chu Jiang Tian on the shoulder: "Father has endured humiliation supporting that Little Guy Zhang Diba for so many years. Today is finally the time for us to rise; it all depends on you now. Don't let me down."
The father-son conversation ended in such a sleazy atmosphere.
The next morning, everyone returned to the Arena. The first match was between Fang Tianlong and Pei Langhai for third and fourth place.
There was a noticeable gap in strength between the two, with Fang Tianlong being stronger than Pei Langhai. Thus, it was reasonable for Fang Tianlong to win in this martial arts competition where skills were not yet very systematic.
However, Pei Langhai was not to be underestimated as a White Tiger General; despite being at a disadvantage, he managed to hold his ground against Fang Tianlong for over forty rounds before losing. This impressed spectators like Zhang Diba and Liu Guanfeng, who nodded in approval. Such perseverance was commendable; if guided properly, this person could become an important asset in the future counterattack against Severe Winter's rule.
After their match concluded, the focus shifted to the battle for first place. All eyes were on Ma Xianglong in the Arena as he surveyed the surroundings.
"The next event will be the battle for first place in this competition. Where will the final victory lie? Let's wait and see. Now, please welcome both competitors to the stage."
Zhang Yuru and Chu Jiang Tian walked up from either side of the steps to stand in the center of the Arena. They faced each other; Chu Jiang Tian had already gripped his twin blades while Zhang Yuru stood empty-handed as she did yesterday, her gloved hands naturally hanging by her sides, showing no intention of using weapons.
Seeing that Zhang Yuru had not drawn any weapons, Ma Xianglong couldn't help but ask, "Miss, where are your weapons? Do you intend to—"
Zhang Yuru smiled slightly: "Butler Ma, just announce the start; my weapon is right here." With that, she glanced behind her.
Ma Xianglong and Chu Jiang Tian finally noticed that two sharp sword tips were protruding from Zhang Yuru's back. It wasn't that they hadn't seen them; it was just that the Water Piercer used by Zhang Yuru was too small, completely concealed by her back. The two sword tips were barely visible, appearing from a distance like a pair of decorative ornaments resting on her shoulders.
Chu Jiang Tian's cunning eyes kept sizing up Zhang Yuru. "Miss, do you really think you can win without weapons? If we start fighting like this, I believe you won't get a chance to draw your weapon."
Zhang Yuru replied nonchalantly, "Then we'll see if you, Young Master Chu, have that capability."
"Miss, before the Competition begins, I have an ungracious request. I wonder if you could grant it?"
Although Zhang Yuru disliked the way Chu Jiang Tian looked at her, she couldn't afford to act out in the Arena. She coldly said, "Young Master Chu, just speak your mind."
"Since that's the case, I'll say it. If I accidentally win against you in this competition and become the new Big Leader, I humbly request that you marry me. I will fulfill the Old Leader's wish to overthrow the Winter Thief's rule. May I ask if you would agree?"
After hearing Chu Jiang Tian's words, Zhang Yuru's brows furrowed in anger. She hadn't expected him to bring up such a matter in this setting. Furious, she suddenly recalled Liu Guanfeng and Zhang Diba's words and realized that Chu Jiang Tian's main purpose for saying this in the Arena was to provoke her. If she let him succeed in angering her, her own strength would be greatly diminished. So Zhang Yuru quickly calmed herself and coldly looked at Chu Jiang Tian. "Young Master Chu seems quite confident in himself."
Chu Jiang Tian did not deny it as he gazed at Zhang Yuru. The previous remarks had not had the desired effect, which surprised him. Based on his understanding of this young lady, if he had said something like that usually, she would have charged at him by now; yet today she remained so composed.
Zhang Yuru shook her head. "Young Master Chu, you think too highly of yourself. You won't have that opportunity. Even if you truly become the Big Leader, I will not marry you because you are not worthy." After saying this, Zhang Yuru shot Chu Jiang Tian a contemptuous glance, igniting his anger.
Seeing that the young lady had gained the upper hand in their verbal exchange, Ma Xianglong immediately announced the start of the competition.
Upon hearing Ma Xianglong declare the beginning of the match, Chu Jiang Tian no longer cared whether Zhang Yuru had weapons in hand. He swung his twin blades down fiercely toward Zhang Yuru's head.
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