Facing Chao Liang's overpowering aura, the newcomers from the Secular World were boiling with excitement, and so were the new members who had joined Chao Meng!
"Chao Meng is invincible! Chao Meng is invincible! Chao Meng is invincible..." Cheers and shouts resounded once again.
The mixed feelings surged within Qi He and others. Chao Liang had instantly become the center of attention, shining like the brightest star at the scene!
Wu Rao's expression was melancholic. Chao Liang's momentum had solidified, capturing the hearts of those weaker students at Zhongnan Academy. It wasn't just stunning anymore; he had become a legend!
She had never expected Chao Liang's strength to be so formidable, nor did she expect him to have the audacity to challenge the Noble Families right after the evaluation and establish his own faction in the Outer Court—she couldn't help but admire him a bit.
Next, even if Ling Fan returned, no matter how exceptional and dominant his performance was, it was no longer possible for him to compete with Chao Liang. The opportunity was lost, the advantage gone!
The lackeys of the Noble Families seemed to be under a Binding Spell, standing there stupefied, momentarily losing the ability to think.
Zha You looked as if he had been struck by lightning, standing there with his mouth agape like a statue.
Xiang Hao breathed heavily, taking a while to gather his thoughts, while Bian Xing knelt on the ground, unable to stand up, the shockwaves in his heart not subsiding for a long time!
"I establish Chao Meng, do you have any objections!" Chao Liang glanced at Xiang Hao and said indifferently.
Everyone's gaze fell on Xiang Hao again. If this guy shook his head, it would mean a fight to the death between them, ending in only one surviving! Find exclusive stories on Freewebnovel
Xiang Hao was silent for a long time, weighing the pros and cons. No matter what, his side was not the match at the moment. Even Bian Xing had lost; they could only accept defeat!
Regaining some of his senses, he took a deep breath and said gravely, "Whether Chao Meng can establish a faction is not for me to decide—it's up to my older brother.
However, he is not at the academy these days, otherwise, you wouldn't have the audacity to act so arrogantly today. The green hills remain unchanged, and we will meet again!"
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He then turned to his followers and snapped, "Let's go!"
Tao Yang and others were thrilled at his words. Xiang Hao's step back was like a half admission of Chao Meng's existence. No matter what happened later, at least for now, they had secured a strong foothold!
"Hold on!" Chao Liang suddenly called out to Xiang Hao.
"Hmm? What else do you want?" Xiang Hao's expression darkened immediately, his face growing gloomy.
Although Chao Liang was new, having established Chao Meng based on his strength, he also understood that his foundation was too shallow and was not yet ready to fully stand against the senior figures.
Xiang Hao might be weak, but with Xiang Luo as the third top expert of Hidden Dragon Institute, it was unlikely he had no friends or helpers, and a head-on clash would be disadvantageous for him.
So, when it was time to make concessions, he needed to do so, to buy some time for himself until he was strong enough to consider any Noble Family or Xiang Luo nothing but a trifle!
"I do not wish for much—I want to make peace with your Noble Family!" Chao Liang stated calmly.
Upon hearing this, the spectators were once again surprised, not quite understanding what Chao Liang was up to with this sudden switch from a deadly confrontation to a seemingly peaceful approach.
"Oh? Are you planning to dissolve Chao Meng?" Xiang Hao raised his eyebrows, curiously looking at Chao Liang, wondering what trick he was about to play.
Even Tao Yang couldn't grasp Chao Liang's intentions, but he believed that Chao Liang, having expended so much effort, would not easily dissolve Chao Meng.
"Not to dissolve, but I wish to coexist peacefully with your Noble Family!" Chao Liang declared.
Xiang Hao narrowed his eyes and coldly asked, "Do you think that's possible?"
"Given the cultivation skills and talent I've displayed today, do you think, even if your older brother Xiang Luo were here, the high ranks of the academy would just let him kill or cripple me?" Chao Liang calmly inquired.
Xiang Hao was taken aback by the question. Indeed, this guy's talent was now evident and he had become difficult to handle!
With this realization, a chill ran down his spine; this whole scenario had been a premeditated plan!
Spying Xiang Hao's reaction, Chao Liang spoke again, "Establishing Chao Meng will not affect your Noble Family in any way. We will mind our own waters.
I can also assure you that members of Chao Meng will absolutely not initiate any provocation against members of your Noble Family. Let's agree not to fight."
"If you're willing to befriend Chao Mou, I am willing to show sincerity and apologize for any offense caused just now. If you're not willing, I won't insist; it all depends on your attitude!"
Having spoken, Chao Liang fell silent, quietly waiting for Xiang Hao's response, of which he was quite confident.
The scene immediately fell into silence, and many of those who were quick-witted quietly praised Chao Liang's high emotional intelligence and his courage and strategy!
At that moment, even Wu Rao by his side couldn't help but admire Chao Liang, suddenly feeling that even if Ling Fan were here, he might not be as outstanding as this man.
Xiang Hao's thoughts whirled, weighing his options, he felt it better to reconcile, considering this fellow's talent now on display, the academy would surely cultivate him vigorously and it wouldn't be long before he grew formidable.
Though he wasn't afraid of this fellow for the time being, his potential for growth was too frightening; making an enemy out of such a person wasn't a smart move.
Thinking it over, he found Chao Liang's gesture of lowering himself to make amends quite the move of a hero; accepting his extended olive branch wasn't at all disgraceful.
Most importantly, he wanted to see what kind of sincerity the other party would express in their apology!
"Hehe, since you've put it that way, I Xiang Hao would seem petty if I refused.
However, if your sincerity doesn't satisfy me, I'm not agreeing!" Xiang Hao laughed heartily, proving himself adaptable and resilient.
The onlookers were deeply moved by this scene; truly, Chao Liang was a man of both literary and martial talents, establishing a position for Chao Meng in Zhongnan Academy with his measured advance and retreat!
"This young man has boundless prospects!" Liang Dang and other Elders sighed deeply.
Tao Yang and other supporters of Chao Liang were now thoroughly admiring him as their idol and spiritual leader!
Now, even if someone wanted to disband Chao Meng, these guys would dare to walk through fire and water and toy with death with their adversaries!
"Hahaha, Young Master Hao, you have a magnanimous heart; surely you too are a hero in the making. My apology will definitely show my sincerity!" Chao Liang laughed heartily.
He then pointed in the direction of Su Qiong, speaking indifferently, "Young Master Hao, if you don't mind, you can take those two beauties. Whether you can tame them, that's your business!"
Upon hearing this, everyone was taken aback, exchanging stunned glances, their minds in shock.
Chao Liang was actually willing to present the only two beauties of this Secular World's cohort; indeed, his sincerity was sufficient!
Xiang Hao, "...."
"Chao Liang, are you serious?" Xiang Hao was a bit dazed.
Although he liked the two beauties, if Chao Liang had other plans, there was nothing he could do. He thought Chao Liang would offer some martial arts resources or other treasures as a mere gesture, just giving him an out.
But he never expected him to offer those two top beauties.
"Hahaha, women are like clothes, brothers like limbs; it's just two beauties, I didn't care before!
But they said they have a very awesome boss named Ling Fan who didn't come, just afraid that later, Young Master Hao, you might not handle it, so don't blame me for setting you up!
Brother, my sincerity is substantial, it just depends on whether you sincerely accept it or not!" Chao Liang joked.
He truly despised Su Qiong and those trash, thinking they could seek his protection through their connections? It was a daydream!
Su Qiong and the others immediately turned pale, completely dumbfounded, never expecting Chao Liang to play this card!
Even Wu Rao was stunned, having not foreseen that this man, who appeared righteous, was actually a narrow-minded and despicable person; she had been completely blind before!
"Hahaha, brother, I'll take this friendship. If I didn't accept, wouldn't I be too disrespectful to you!" Xiang Hao laughed out loud right away.
He was very satisfied with Chao Liang's expression of sincerity. As for the warning he mentioned, he didn't take it seriously at all; Su Qiong and those weaklings were nothing, their boss couldn't be much!
Since Chao Liang had said so much earlier, if he refused, wouldn't it mean he was afraid of some crappy Ling Fan?
If he lost face today in front of Chao Liang and then showed fear towards Ling Fan, wouldn't he become a laughingstock later? He might as well not mix around anymore!
Chao Liang had calculated this reaction too, so he used this tactic to trap him; worried that Xiang Hao might not accept the two because of his pride, otherwise his efforts would have been wasted.
"Come, take those two beauties away; tonight, I want to pursue Dual Cultivation!" Xiang Hao laughed out loud, clearly elated!