Urban Most Awesome Dad

Chapter 661

?Chapter 661: Chapter 661: Just Agree_1 Chapter 661: Chapter 661: Just Agree_1 Shen Jianting merely glanced at Qin Qinglong before refocusing his attention on Xu Fan.

In his view, Qin Qinglong posed no threat to him whatsoever.

But it was different with Xu Fan, who bore great uncertainty.

If Xu Fan’s goal was also that treasure, what then?

Should he really enter into direct competition with Xu Fan?

Shen Jianting, feeling heavy-hearted, clasped his hands together and said to Xu Fan, “Sword Heaven Sect’s Shen Jianting has long heard from my grandfather that the Flame Dragon Organization has welcomed a new Patron, and I’ve always wanted to meet you.

After all, in a certain sense, we are now on the same side.”

He subtly hinted at his background, originating from the Sword Heaven Sect, his grandfather having reached the Dongxu level, and also having joined the Flame Dragon Organization as a Patron.

In such circumstances, even Dongxu-level powerhouses would not easily provoke other fighters of the same class.

Though Shen Jianting did not understand why Xu Fan was here, his immediate priority was to find a way to save his life without conflict with Xu Fan.

Xu Fan, ever perceptive, could guess Shen Jianting’s thoughts but merely smiled faintly and paid little mind before turning his gaze to the Thunderclap Strange Serpent.

Seeing that Xu Fan did not pay him much attention, Shen Jianting hesitated before regaining his determination, stepped forward, clasped his hands again and continued, “I must report to Patron Xu that the treasure among the Thunderclap Strange Serpents is very important to our Sword Heaven Sect, and I hope that Patron Xu can show us kindness.

I would certainly be deeply grateful!”

Even as he spoke these words, he himself lacked confidence.

After all, in such a setting, the idea of “benefiting others” was frankly laughable; it’s always been about whose fist is stronger and who has the right to seize the treasure.

And now, it was evident that Xu Fan had the stronger fist.

Shen Jianting understood this principle all too well, but the problem was that these treasures were extremely important—not just to him personally, but also to the Sword Heaven Sect—and he couldn’t easily give up on them.

Upon hearing this, Xu Fan could not help frowning, feeling somewhat displeased.

Qin Qinglong looked at Xu Fan and sneered, “Shen Jianting, are you joking?”

Shen Jianting’s face turned angry, but in front of Xu Fan, he refrained from lashing out.

Qin Qinglong, remembering how he had been forcefully robbed by the pharmacist a short while ago, truly lacked any goodwill towards these people from the Ancient Martial World.

His tone grew colder as he said, “Here, it’s the law of the jungle.

Whoever is strong has the right to own the treasure—that’s the natural order of things.

Moreover, even if we step back, facing so many Thunderclap Strange Serpents, do you really think you have the ability to break in and take the treasure?”

With so many Thunderclap Strange Serpents, Qin Qinglong did not believe Shen Jianting, despite being a strong warrior from the Ancient Martial World, had the ability to break through.

He had no doubt about this.

Offended by Qin Qinglong’s uncourteous questioning, Shen Jianting replied coldly, “As to how I will break in and snatch the treasure, I have my ways, and there’s no need for your concern.

May I ask what Patron Xu’s decision is?”

At that moment, Xu Fan finally noticed a sword plunged into the ground under that King-level Thunderclap Strange Serpent, revealing only a hilt above the surface.

With a careful sweep of his Divine Sense, Xu Fan couldn’t help but feel amused; his attention had been fully on the Thunderclap Strange Serpent and he had utterly overlooked this Treasured Sword.

After all, just the presence of one Spirit Gathering Grass could draw several Thunderclap Strange Serpents as guardians.

The multitude of densely clustered Thunderclap Strange Serpents would indeed seem strange if they weren’t guarding some precious treasure.

From the scan of his Divine Sense, the sword was merely half a step away from becoming a Spiritual Artifact and had already reached the peak level of a Treasure Instrument.

If this were in the Cultivation World, such a weapon would merely be common street merchandise, not worth a second glance, but here on Earth, it is already considered a peerless sword, rare and sought after.

No wonder Shen Jianting was willing to take such a great risk and even humble himself to ask for help.

Xu Fan asked indifferently, “Is your goal to get that sword?”

Seeing that Xu Fan had seen through his intentions, Shen Jianting hesitated for a moment before deciding not to hide the truth anymore.

He nodded and said, “My grandfather once told me that our Sword Heaven Sect’s Myriad Swords Unity is flawed.

The perfect Myriad Swords Unity actually requires eight peerless treasured swords as the core of the technique, capable of unfathomable power.

However, over the countless years, the Sword Heaven Sect has only managed to collect seven swords.

We have never had the opportunity to obtain the eighth.

It wasn’t until we came to this place that I sensed that there is a sword here, both in attributes and quality, that meets the requirements.

If I could obtain this sword, I would be able to perfect Myriad Swords Unity, significantly advancing the strengths of the Sword Heaven Sect—it’s of great significance!”

Shen Jianting’s gaze burned with intensity as he looked at Xu Fan.

Not only could this sword enhance his own power, but it could also increase the overall strength of the Sword Heaven Sect.

Xu Fan spoke pointedly, “It’s not that I look down on you, but the strength of these Thunderclap Strange Serpents far surpasses the range you can handle.

I fear you would find it difficult to even break through the periphery, let alone enter the central region to seize the sword.”

Shen Jianting forced a smile and said, “Patron Xu is right; it is indeed very difficult.”

Although Xu Fan’s words were harsh, they were indeed the truth.

Shen Jianting truly had no assurance; he was merely unwilling to give up without trying his luck.

After all, the treasure was too tempting, even causing him to lose some of his rationality.

It wasn’t until Xu Fan’s frank words that he finally awoke from his reverie.

Shen Jianting clasped his hands together in a gesture of defeat and was about to leave.

But then he heard Xu Fan continue to speak, “Actually, if you really want that sword, I can help you get it, but on one condition: you must agree to a request of mine.”

Shen Jianting was startled at first, then his face flushed with joy as he hastily asked, “Is Patron Xu serious?

You’re not joking with me?”

Xu Fan nodded, “Of course, I have no interest in joking with you.

My true intent lies with these Thunderclap Strange Serpents, not the sword.”

Shen Jianting’s face lit up with even more joy, but he didn’t agree immediately.

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Pie does not simply fall from the sky.

For a powerful individual like Xu Fan, his requirements were surely not going to be simple.

After pondering for a moment, he cautiously inquired, “May I ask what Patron Xu’s request is?”

Xu Fan chuckled lightly, “You don’t need to worry so much.

My request isn’t something bad for the Sword Heaven Sect.

I estimate that once your grandfather finds out, he would be quite willing as well.

But there’s no need to hurry, we can discuss it once we leave this place.”

Hearing Xu Fan’s words, Shen Jianting’s curiosity was further piqued, but his heart relaxed quite a bit.

After all, there was no need for someone as strong as Xu Fan to deceive a junior like him.