Ch. 173 - I Could Not Resist Myself From Killing You
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Hearing Xu Zimo’s words, Jiang Mochou's expression changed slightly, but he quickly calmed himself and replied coolly, “I don’t know you.”
“That doesn’t matter,” Xu Zimo said. “But how about we make a deal?”
“I have nothing to trade with you,” Jiang Mochou replied flatly.
“No, you do,” Xu Zimo leaned in slightly and whispered, “The third battle physique, the Scarlet Flame Imperial Physique.”
The moment those words landed, Jiang Mochou’s aura exploded. He stared intensely at Xu Zimo.
The Scarlet Flame Imperial Physique, he had spent three grueling years gathering the components for it. How could this stranger possibly know?
“Relax. I’m not your enemy,” Xu Zimo said. “You help me with one thing, and I’ll give you a chance to become truly powerful. You must realize, yes, you have the Scarlet Flame Imperial Physique now, but without the backing of a powerful sect, you're still limited. On the path of cultivation, wealth, companions, techniques, and location are all essential. Without my help, who knows how long it’ll take for you to get revenge?”
“Why should I trust you?” Jiang Mochou asked, clearly guarded.
“Because I’m the Holy Son of the True Martial Sacred Ground,” Xu Zimo said plainly. “I have a massive force behind me, an Imperial Lineage that has produced four Grand Emperors. I can provide you with cultivation resources and much more.”
“So what exactly do you want me to do?” Jiang Mochou asked, skeptical.
Xu Zimo leaned closer and whispered a few words into his ear.
Jiang Mochou froze. “You want me to be bait?”
“I need to be upfront, I can’t guarantee your safety,” Xu Zimo nodded.
Jiang Mochou fell silent for a moment, then said, “Let me think about it.”
“When you’ve made your decision, come find me at the Chi Imperial Clan,” Xu Zimo nodded and returned to his seat.
Jiang Mochou seemed a bit shaken. He ate a few distracted bites, then quietly left the inn.
“Senior Brother, do you know him?” Little Gui asked curiously.
“He’s a very useful chess piece,” Xu Zimo replied with a smile.
Watching Jiang Mochou’s fading figure, Xu Zimo whispered to Little Gui: “Follow him. Don’t let him notice.”
“Got it,” Little Gui nodded quickly.
“I’ve given him one week. If he doesn’t show up at the Chi Imperial Clan within that time, just capture him and bring him in,” Xu Zimo said calmly.
“Why not just capture him now?” Little Gui asked.
“We’re just playing the game,” Xu Zimo smiled faintly. “If he’s willing to cooperate, that’s ideal.