Greg Jensen talked about the customs and culture of Danu, and Louisa Burley mentioned two books she had recently read.
There were no sweet nothings, no tender whispers of love, just simple sharing and discussion.
When they reached a happy point in the conversation, they both laughed out loud.
The world around them seemed irrelevant as they were completely immersed in their own little universe.
Vivian Shimpson realized she had been ignored and, with her face turning an angry shade of blue, she snapped,
âGreg, how many times do I have to tell you before you understand? You and Amande are not from the same world. Itâs impossible between you two.â
The two stopped their chat and glanced at each other, with a hint of apology in Louisa Burleyâs eyes, while Greg Jensen chuckled softly and shook his head.
He turned to Vivian Shimpson and said indifferently, âVivian, whether Amande and I are compatible, I canât be sure.
But I do know that you and I are definitely not from the same world, so please shut your mouth from now on. Itâs none of your business to point fingers at my matters.â
âYouâ¦â
Vivianâs complexion turned extremely ugly, and although she couldnât think of a comeback, she glared at Greg Jensen with eyes as big as bullâs bells.
Greg acted as if he hadnât noticed and continued to chat and laugh with Louisa Burley.
As they talked, Louisa Burley sneaked peeks and, upon seeing Vivianâs helpless expression, couldnât help but snicker mischievously.
â¦
Nathan Green, as the organizer of this Martial Way conference, gave a brief speech in the center of the arena and then raised his eyebrows, looking towards the Wolfe familyâs area.
âGlen Wolfe, Iâve heard that your martial skills have greatly improved in recent years. Since youâre here at the provincial conference, why donât we have a match?â
Buzz!
Before the words were even finished, the venue erupted in shock.
Nathan Green, a Grandmaster, is actually challenging a half-step Grandmaster?
Has the Wolfe family made an enemy of the Green family, so Nathan Green is purposely targeting them?
âNow this will be an interesting spectacle.â
âInteresting spectacle my foot, the old Grandmaster could take Glen Wolfe with one hand tied behind his back.â
While everyone was astonished, they were certain Glen Wolfe was doomed this time.
Injuries are common in a fight, and death in the ring is nothing unusual.
Nathan Greenâs direct challenge to Glen Wolfe was a clear sign he intended to kill him in the arena.
And given the great disparity between the two, it wouldnât be difficult for Nathan to kill Glen Wolfe.
In other words, if Glen Wolfe dared to step into the ring, it would mean certain death!
Upon hearing Nathan Green challenge him, Glen was stupefied, his complexion turning pale as he forced a smile, saying,
âGrandmaster, is there some misunderstanding between us?â
âThereâs no misunderstanding.â
Nathan Green spoke flatly, âI simply feel that the Wolfe family no longer needs to exist.â
Hiss!
Upon hearing his words, everyone inhaled sharply.
âThe Grandmaster indeed intends to wipe out the Wolfe family.â
âThe Wolfe family is finished!â
Glenâs color drained from his face as he instinctively looked around.
It was impossible for him to go into the ring and fight Nathan Green because he didnât want to die; his only option now was to rely on Barry Wolfe.
But if Barry Wolfe had already arrived, why hadnât he shown up yet?
âAre you waiting for Barry Wolfe?â
Nathan Green said coolly, âGlen Wolfe, after all these years, you havenât changed at all, no progress whatsoever.
You always think about relying on others, wanting to gain without working for it instead of trying to break through to a higher realm yourself.â
Glen forced a smile, his brows marked with urgency as he looked around once more, still finding no sign of Barry Wolfe.
He couldnât help but call out loudly, âI summon the dashing Magician to repel the enemy for the Wolfe family!â
He had no choice; now that he was on the opposing side of the Green family, if he didnât deal with Nathan Green, the Wolfe family would soon face extinction.
His only hope lay in Barry Wolfe; if Barry could defeat Nathan Green, not only would the Wolfe family avert disaster, but it might also seize a new opportunity.
Seeing no response, Glen Wolfe, unwilling to give up, called out again, âI summon the dashing Magician to repel the enemy for the Wolfe family.â
Pfft!
Nathan Green suddenly laughed and said, âThat kid probably got scared and ran off, huh?â
âHahahaâ¦â
Before his words finished, a joyful laughter immediately erupted from the crowd.
The heads of the other three first-rate families also revealed expressions of schadenfreude.
With Glen Wolfe dead and the Wolfe family falling apart, they could now divide up the Wolfe familyâs assets without lifting a finger.
Below the stage.
Vivian Shimpson got excited and, grabbing Louisa Burleyâs hand, she said, âAmande, the charming Magician⦠We really did come on the right day. Maybe weâll get to see his true face.â
Louisa Burley, still basking in the joy of meeting Greg Jensen, responded casually upon hearing her words.
Vivian Shimpson was ignored yet again, and her heart filled with more annoyance. Unable to hold back, she said sarcastically,
âThe charming Magician is skilled and has limitless prospects, what do some people have to compare with that?â
âVivianâ¦â
Louisa Burley quickly shook her head, signaling her to not continue.
At that moment, Glen Wolfeâs third call came from the stage: âWe kindly invite the charming Magician to help the Wolfe family repel the enemy.â
Greg Jensen saw this and slowly stood up.
Vivian Shimpson scoffed, âTheyâre calling for the charming Magician, not you. What are you standing up for?â
Looking down at Vivian Shimpson, Greg Jensen smiled mischievously and said, âWhat if I happen to be the charming Magician?â
Upon hearing this, Vivian Shimpson stared blankly for a moment, then burst into laughter as if she had heard the funniest joke, almost tearing up from laughing so hard.
âYouâve got to be kidding me, Greg Jensen. You think youâre the charming Magician? Why donât you take a piss and look at yourself in the mirror? Do you see any resemblance to the charming Magician?â
Greg Jensen shook his head silently and said lightly, âThatâs why weâre not from the same world.
Your background has limited your vision, has decided that you can only see the sky above your head, so youâd better shut up!â
After finishing his words, Greg Jensen nodded at Louisa Burley and said softly, âIâm going to beat up the bad guys. You watch for a while and then head home early, okay?â
âOkay then.â
Louisa Burley, like a child, smiled happily.
Greg Jensen nodded again and turned to leave.
It was only then that Vivian Shimpson came back to her senses, seething with rage, she said, âGreg Jensen, are you calling me a frog at the bottom of a well?
Do you dare call me a frog at the bottom of a well? What gives you the right, you⦠â
Hearing Vivian Shimpsonâs hysterical voice, Greg Jensen felt not the slightest ripple in his heart, and quickly walked to a secluded spot. He put on Barry Wolfeâs face and then headed towards the stage.
â¦
On the stage.
Nathan Greenâs triumphant laugh echoed in all directions.
âGlen Wolfe, admit defeat, and Iâll spare your life. Otherwise, donât blame me for not being polite!â
Glen Wolfeâs face was somber, but inside, he was filled with panic.
Could it be that Barry Wolfe really played him for a fool?
To issue a challenge against Nathan Green, and then the man shows up on the stage, only for you to run away?
Isnât that just setting someone up?
Glen Wolfe was inwardly distressed, thinking that the only way out of this was to evade combat. As for surrendering, it hadnât even crossed his mind.
Because the moment he admitted defeat, he would be handing over the entire Wolfe family, and then they would be at the mercy of others.
Better to avoid battle, at least that way the Wolfe family could survive for a few more days.
âStop waiting, that kid Barry Wolfe surely ran off.â
Observing Glen Wolfeâs demeanor, Nathan Green shook his head, feeling both proud and somewhat disappointed, and said lightly, âI thought Iâd have a worthy opponent, but it turns out heâs just a coward.â
Glen Wolfe was unwilling to accept this, gritted his teeth, and decided to try one more time. He called out with all his might to the surrounding area, âWe kindly invite the charming Magician to help the Wolfe family repel the enemy!â
âDelusional fool!â Nathan Green snorted coldly.
Contempt showed on the faces of others as well, they all thought that Barry Wolfe was unlikely to show up.
But just at that moment, a lazy voice suddenly rang out.
âAlright, stop shouting, havenât I arrived?â