One person: After starting with the academic atmosphere, I'll take down Xia He!

Malone decided to play it safe, since the Salvation Palace was growing rapidly and time would bring them strength.

However, the Wang family has already taken shape, and in comparison, it will only become weaker in the future.

Delaying it will only benefit you in every way.

But there is one more thing for Ma Long to consider: Wang Ai is already over a hundred years old and may die any day now.

If I can't kill Wang Ai in time and he secretly dies instead, it would be a huge loss.

Ma Long carefully examined Wang Ai's body. He found that Wang Ai had plenty of Qi, a rosy complexion, and a shiny, oily appearance.

'This old guy shouldn't die anytime soon.'

Give me a little more time, let me think of a way to kill you!

Lu Ci, Feng Zhenghao, and the Zhuge family are all just watching the show, right?

Fine, fine, you've embarrassed us. I'm going to drag you all down with me.

No way to back down, huh? Dude, I'll make myself a way to save face!

After thinking about it for a long time, Ma Long finally made up his mind and dispersed the Feng Hou Qi Men formation, then burst into laughter.

The laughter made everyone present feel their hair stand on end. Wang Ai, who was over a hundred years old, was also completely bewildered by Ma Long.

What kind of attack method is this?

Ma Long laughed for a long time before speaking: "Haha, Old Wang, look how scared you are."

I was just joking. I figured it's almost Chinese New Year!

I'll also give you a little warning, to make your Wang family behave themselves.

I thought humiliating you was enough, but I didn't expect these old foxes to just stand by and watch.

Nobody's offering us a way out? No problem. If there's no way out, we'll just find one ourselves.

Do you really expect my Salvation Palace to start a war with the royal family?

I'm not going to be the first to stick my neck out; whoever wants to go can go.

Alright, Old Wang, let's leave it at that for today. I won't pursue this any further.

That's settled then. I'll continue to beat Wang Bing in tomorrow's match.

After hearing Ma Long's words, Wang Ai's face turned green with anger; he hadn't been this angry in a long time.

Ma Long wasn't trying to save face; he was clearly using everyone present as a stepping stone to get off the stage.

Lu Ci's face was equally unpleasant, and he coldly said, "Hmph!"

I thought you were a tough guy, full of backbone, but this is it? A promising start but a disappointing finish!

Ma Long wasn't about to back down: "Old donkey, I've only been cultivating for a few years!"

It was just a prank.

Old Wang certainly won't be angry, right?

Wang Ai's wrinkled face still had oil stains that continued to drip down. After a long silence, he finally managed to force a smile.

"Ha~ Yes~ Yes!"

Young Master Long still retains his childlike nature and is quite playful.

We've grown old, and the passion of our youth has faded.

Old Lu, Young Master Long does resemble you somewhat when you were young!

Lu Ci said coldly, "Heh, I'm not as smart as him!"

It is passionate yet also calm and wise.

If I weren't here today, do you think this prank would have continued?

Wang Ai understood the meaning behind Lü Ci's words. Of course, he had to accept the favor, since Lü Ci had already made a great contribution by offending Ma Long for his sake.

"Haha, Lao Lü, there are no ifs."

You are right behind me today.

Just like when I stood behind you back then!

Wang Ai finally had some free time. After dispelling her tricks, she took out a handkerchief and wiped the oil stains off her face and neck.

Lu Ci put his hands behind his back and didn't say anything more.

Although Ma Long's actions were somewhat inappropriate, his words implied that he was trying to elevate everyone present to his own level.

But the effect was still very good; at least everyone present was put in an awkward situation.

This means that Ma Long is no longer embarrassed.

Wow, Young Master Long is so handsome! Flower, look at him!

The description "bad boy handsome" is so accurate.

'Phew~ Ma Long was really in danger. He had already stepped onto the narrow bridge, but he still managed to turn back decisively.'

That's a tough character!

"Third Brother, are we still going to fight?"

Why did Young Master Long back down?

'Bullshit, is this what you call admitting defeat?'

Look how pathetic Wang Ai is; he's broken his teeth, but he has to swallow it all.

Lu Ci, Feng Zhenghao, the Zhuge family—weren't they all embarrassed by Young Master Long?

So, are we still going to fight or not?

"Fuck you! Fight! Pack it up!"

Quickly, quickly, tidy up the dishes on the table.

When Ma Long saw his men starting to pack up the leftovers, he knew it was time to retreat. Before he could say goodbye, Zhuge Qing and his men arrived late.

"Wow, Young Master Long has really stirred things up, he even ripped off our roof!"

Zhuge Qing still squinted, unable to hide the fact that he had just watched a good show.

Malone glanced at the blazing sun overhead and said with a faint smile, "Don't blame me if your house isn't sturdy!"

"Look, this broken table flipped over by itself. Your mechanical contraptions really need some serious repairs."

"We've eaten our fill, we'll come back tonight. Hopefully you can fix the roof by then."

With a wave of his sleeve, Ma Long led the large group from the Salvation Palace away.

Watching Ma Long leave, Wang Ai, leaning on her cane, slowly sat down on the stool and continued wiping the soup off her face.

For some reason, Malone's departure relieved him of a great deal of pressure.

The members of the Wang family who had been knocked down slowly got up and walked towards Wang Ai, asking, "Grandpa, are we just going to let this go like this?"

Wang Ai tapped his cane, signaling his subordinates to remain silent: "Shut up!"

He continued wiping himself with a handkerchief, glancing around at everyone present, when suddenly he paused, realizing something.

He jumped to his feet, exclaiming in surprise, "Holy crap!"

Where is my grandson? Where did Wang Bing go?

Has anyone seen my precious grandson?

Wang Ai finally remembered Wang Bing, who had been knocked away at the very beginning of the battle, and sweat began to bead on his forehead.

Lu Ci said calmly, "It flew out along with the roof."

He shouldn't die, after all, he was number one on the initial rankings!

Wang Ai pondered for a moment, then sternly addressed his subordinates behind him: "Useless idiots!"

You bunch of good-for-nothings, you can't even keep an eye on the young master.

What use are you bunch of useless trash!

Go find it for me right now!!!

If my little one loses even a single hair, I'll take your heads!

The dozen or so members of the Wang family, trembling with fear, didn't dare utter a word as they rushed out of the hall to search for Wang Bing.

"Pah! You old dog!"

All he does is take his anger out on us. If he's so tough, go find Malone!

"That's right, that old bastard is the most vicious of all."

That little beast Wang Bing flew so high, he'll either fall to his death or be crippled.

"Isn't this guy trying to get us all killed in his grave?"

"Damn it, stop complaining and start looking!"

Damn it, they can't even give us peace of mind during the Chinese New Year.

I got beaten up for no reason. Who was that girl?!

Without a word, they started beating me right away; I didn't even intend to lay a hand on them!

"I think... I'll call him Baby!"

"Sigh! When will this grueling job end!"

I've fucking had enough. Wang Wu is such a traitor.

He's living the high life abroad now, leaving us brothers here to suffer, damn it!