Chapter 154: Chapter 113: So What If I Insult You?
’They aren’t even trying to hide it anymore!’
He even suspected that, if things went as he expected, the three squads of Jingwu Guards under his command would be gradually transferred away until he was left completely isolated.
"Sir, what should we do now?!"
the Jingwu Guard asked, his face troubled.
Zhan Fusheng snorted coldly.
"Hmph. He’s being far too naive. I’m going to go get an explanation from him right now!"
He had targeted Chen Sheng before because he understood that Chen Sheng had no backing. That was why he had been so brazen. The problem was, he *did* have a backer.
If Chen Sheng insisted on refusing his requests, he could just take the matter to Vice Envoy Sun.
It would be a bit humiliating.
But as long as the matter blew up, it would be enough to prove that Chen Sheng couldn’t control G Camp. When that happened, Chen Sheng would likely be transferred or even dismissed. Of course, his own fate probably wouldn’t be much better.
But he couldn’t worry about that right now.
He had already lost face in front of the entire Jingwu Bureau; he no longer minded dragging Chen Sheng down with him to face a reprimand.
Perhaps, when that happened, he might even be able to get his dignity back.
At this thought, Zhan Fusheng quickly straightened his official robes and stormed off in the direction of the G Camp Government Office Hall.
Seeing this, the Jingwu Guard behind him immediately gathered men and followed closely.
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Inside the Jingwu Bureau’s Government Office Hall.
Chen Sheng glanced at the Celestial Book of Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil, then discreetly popped an elixir into his mouth. He began circulating the Six Extremes Golden Bell Technique to refine it. This elixir was called a Vitality Pill, and it could cause a great increase in True Qi and a surge in strength in a short amount of time.
It didn’t harm one’s foundation, either; it only required a few days to recover one’s Primordial Qi afterward.
Its only drawback was that it needed to be refined in advance.
Of course, the boost it provided wasn’t as powerful as one might imagine, but for him, it was enough for now.
In truth, his own strength was not inferior to Zhan Fusheng’s. In fact, if he could drag the fight into a stalemate, his chances of winning would be even higher. The problem was, that wouldn’t count as a decisive victory.
He wanted to crush Zhan Fusheng in a completely one-sided fight to firmly establish his position in G Camp.
Therefore, he had to resort to some tricks beforehand.
"Captain, regarding G Camp’s third squad, this subordinate has some thoughts..."
Zhao Changqiu and Lu Cheng, standing to the side, didn’t notice Chen Sheng silently taking the elixir. The former was enthusiastically making a proposal, hoping to weaken the forces under Zhan Fusheng’s command.
And in turn, strengthen the squad under his own command.
After listening, Chen Sheng glanced at Lu Cheng.
"What does Lu Jing’an think?"
"This subordinate feels it’s somewhat inappropriate. I’m afraid Zhan Jing’an will have some objections."
Lu Cheng frowned upon hearing this, expressing his disapproval.
How could he not see the routine Chen Sheng and Zhao Changqiu were putting on? He just hadn’t expected Chen Sheng’s revenge to be so swift and so blatant.
His reason for disagreeing wasn’t that he was completely on Zhan Fusheng’s side, but rather that he felt this course of action would inevitably lead to conflict. If things blew up, no one would benefit.
But if he gave his warning now, then even if things really did blow up later, it would have nothing to do with him.
"If Zhan Jing’an has objections, he can just come and see me."
Chen Sheng shot him a glance, his gaze inadvertently shifting to the area outside the Government Office Hall.
"As it happens, this Vice Envoy has business with Captain Chen!"
Outside the Government Office Hall, the imposing Zhan Fusheng heard this and his voice rang out coldly.
"Insolence! In the Captain’s presence, you dare refer to yourself as ’this Vice Envoy’?!"
Zhao Changqiu snapped before Chen Sheng could even speak.
Zhan Fusheng shot him an icy glare, then ignored him completely and turned his sharp gaze to Chen Sheng.
"Captain Chen, this subordinate has come for an explanation."
"An explanation?"
Chen Sheng leaned back slightly, a hint of nonchalance in his posture.
"What kind of explanation are you looking for?"
"Why have the cultivation resources for the first, second, and third squads of Jingwu Guards suddenly been cut off?"
"I am reorganizing G Camp, so they have been temporarily suspended. Does Zhan Jing’an have an opinion on the matter?"
Chen Sheng said coolly.
"What does reorganizing have to do with cultivation resources? Don’t tell me Captain Chen intends to take out his dissatisfaction with me on the Jingwu Guards below us? If that’s the case, then this subordinate will have to report this and demand an explanation."
Zhan Fusheng said, his eyes narrowed.
Chen Sheng couldn’t help but let out a few soft chuckles upon hearing this.
"What’s so funny about this?"
Zhan Fusheng immediately demanded, his voice full of anger.
Chen Sheng’s condescending attitude truly made the resentment in his heart swell.
"I’m laughing at you, Zhan Fusheng. A grown man, yet you act like a woman, running to tattle at the slightest provocation. When I was the one you were targeting, I never resorted to such methods.
"I originally thought you had some capability, but now it seems you’re no different from a common shrew. If you want to go report me, be my guest."
Chen Sheng sneered, his words laced with contempt.
"Chen Sheng, how dare you insult me like this?!"
Zhan Fusheng instantly flew into a rage.
Comparing him to a woman was the greatest possible humiliation.
"So what if I insult you? You’re welcome to go ahead and tattle."
Chen Sheng’s tone was indifferent, as if he couldn’t care less.
Zhan Fusheng’s gaze hardened. He stared death at Chen Sheng, and the Treasure Saber at his waist slid half an inch from its scabbard. Killing intent surged in his chest, but his eyes fell on the sixth-rank Captain’s robe Chen Sheng wore, and he forcibly suppressed his murderous urge. He snarled:
"If you weren’t the Deputy Captain of G Camp, I would have you spilling your blood on this very spot today!"
As his voice fell, a biting killing intent spread like a tangible frost, and the atmosphere in the hall instantly froze solid.
Lu Cheng’s expression changed abruptly. He shot to his feet, never having imagined that the day’s conflict would escalate to this point.
