Chapter 2028: Chapter 1996: Do You Dare to Accept?

"Listen up, demons inside! You have ten breaths to come out. Lord Black River has a message for you. If we don’t see you all outside by then, you’ll bear the consequences!" An arrogant voice came from the village entrance.

Hearing this, Li Chen narrowed his eyes slightly, and opened the Eye of the Dao, looking towards the direction of the village entrance.

At this moment, Christina was outside, and Li Chen did not hesitate, directly locking his gaze onto the direction of the village entrance.

There stood a creature, completely black, yet its muscles were imbued with explosive power.

A massive figure nearly five meters tall, with disheveled yellow hair, and claws on its limbs emitting an intimidating cold gleam.

Li Chen recognized this creature’s race at a glance.

Yaksha!

This was a Yaksha, and a particularly powerful one at that.

Though perhaps not as strong as an Ox Dragon, it was close enough.

And the Ox Dragon was clearly the mightiest presence in the village. In this demon village, apart from the Ox Dragon, the strongest was just a Seventh Rank demon elder, who had previously been an old goat.

"Gui Mo, what business do you have in our village?" A deep voice came, as a massive middle-aged man just over two meters tall and impressively strong walked out from the village.

"You are... Niu Meng?" The Yaksha, called Gui Mo, squinted at the middle-aged man, then glanced at the other villagers: "Niu Meng, seems like you’re in luck. You got the Transfiguration Technique and transformed everyone in your village. Looks like you found that treasure?"

Niu Meng, also known as the village chief Ox Dragon, responded in a deep voice: "I’ve long told Black River; in our world, there is no treasure. I don’t know of any treasure either!"

"Then where did you get this Transfiguration Technique?" Gui Mo asked leisurely.

While he was indeed a bit weaker than Niu Meng, this time he was not alone. Behind him was a large group of subordinates from various races. Although they appeared uneven, their combined strength could completely crush Niu Meng’s village.

"This..." Niu Meng found it difficult to answer.

If he said it was given by Li Chen and the others, it would clearly bring them trouble.

Though Christina did profit off him, overall, the Transfiguration Technique was far more valuable to them than those resources, and it indeed helped them greatly. If he exposed Li Chen and the others and Black River found out, he certainly wouldn’t let them off easily.

Having cultivated to this level, though Niu Meng was honest, he wasn’t foolish. Over countless years, beside Black River, there were only those two outsiders. If Black River learned there were outsiders like him, he definitely wouldn’t let it go easily.

"I gave it."

At this moment, a voice slowly came.

Li Chen stepped out from among the villagers.

Seeing Li Chen appear, Niu Meng was also somewhat surprised: "Doing this will put you in danger!"

"It’s okay." Li Chen shook his head, then looked at Gui Mo: "Are you looking for me?"

"Who are you?" Gui Mo squinted his eyes again, and a brilliance flashed in them. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

"None of your damn business?" Li Chen rolled his eyes and said casually.

Gui Mo’s eyes turned cold: "Very well, do you realize who you’ve offended? The person you’ve offended is..."

"Alright, alright, save your bullshit." Li Chen picked his ear and said: "What do you want to do? Speak up. If it’s a fight you want, I’m game. If not, then scram quickly and don’t disturb my rest."

"Bold! Let’s see if your fists are as tough as your mouth!" Gui Mo gave Li Chen a cold glance, a murderous intent in his eyes.

He could see clearly that Li Chen was just a newcomer to the Eighth Rank, whereas he was already at the middle stage of the Eighth Rank. He believed that with his strength, he could definitely crush Li Chen.

Niu Meng stood nearby, looking indecisive.

He knew Li Chen stepped out to avoid putting him in a difficult position, but it meant Li Chen was taking on the matter themselves.

Clenching his teeth, Niu Meng took a step forward: "Gui Mo, if you want a fight, I’ll accompany you!"

Seeing Niu Meng’s momentum, Gui Mo was taken aback. He held no confidence against Niu Meng.

"Niu Meng, you’d better not get involved in this matter. Remember, you’re not just alone; you’re a village chief! If you offend Lord Black River, do you think your village can continue to exist?" Gui Mo threatened.

He had to threaten.

He couldn’t handle Niu Meng alone. Although the group of goons behind him was stronger than these villagers, adding Li Chen, an Eighth-Rank Expert, changed the game entirely.

"It’s unrelated to our village. I challenge you personally! Do you dare accept?" Niu Meng, with a gleam in his eye, shouted loudly.

Gui Mo’s expression changed, instinctively glancing behind him. Sure enough, a few of his subordinates had already started whispering. If he doesn’t accept Niu Meng’s challenge, clearly his prestige would take a hit, potentially leaving him with few who’d listen to him.

Li Chen glanced at Niu Meng with some amusement, not expecting that this seemingly naive guy could be so cunning.

"Niu Meng, this matter doesn’t concern you!"

"Do you dare to accept the challenge?" Niu Meng shouted, his neck thickening.

"Niu Meng, I warn you, don’t push it!"

"I just want to know if you dare accept the challenge. Don’t make excuses to dodge the issue, you spineless coward!" Niu Meng wouldn’t let it go.

"I... Damn! Do you really think I’m afraid of you?!" Gui Mo was finally cornered by Niu Meng, shouting angrily with red eyes, he soared into the sky.

Niu Meng, unwilling to be outdone, also roared and transformed into his beast form, instantly clashing with Gui Mo.

After all, having just transformed, he wasn’t comfortable fighting in human form. For now, fighting in his true form was best.

Seeing Niu Meng and Gui Mo battle fiercely in the sky, Li Chen chuckled, looking at Gui Mo’s group of subordinates.

"I have a few questions I want to ask you all. I hope you’ll answer truthfully. Of course, if you choose not to, then there’s nothing more to say." Li Chen rubbed his hands together, and the Seven Slaying Sword suddenly appeared from nowhere, hovering above his head.

This thing was more effective than anything for intimidation.

The terrifying evil qi engulfed the group instantly, making their faces turn pale.

"I’m actually not fond of violence, but if necessary, I don’t mind using some force to make things go more smoothly," Li Chen said with narrowed eyes, smiling brightly.

However, to Gui Mo’s subordinates, that smile seemed utterly terrifying!