Chapter 897 Biting Back
The Martial Arts Competition commenced, and one by one, the various sects arrived, each with an exceedingly solemn expression, as if facing a dire trouble.
At this moment, Jian Shen, Lu Bei, and Jin Yi also arrived, their appearance immediately catching the attention of everyone present, especially the leader of the Martial Arts alliance, who regarded them with a wary gaze.
Jian Shen noticed the expressions of the various sects held surprise, but mostly anger and dissatisfaction, as though they had a substantial grievance with Jian Shen.
Having no choice, since Jian Shen was now the common enemy of Martial Arts, he could only endure, repeatedly reminding himself to prioritize the greater good. The most pressing task was to unite everyone to take down the Devil Cult.
The leader of the Martial Arts alliance snorted coldly, "I thought it was someone else, didn’t expect it to be you, Jian Shen. You even dare to show your face in front of us."
Jian Shen did not show anger, maintaining a courteous demeanor, "I’m sorry everyone, I’ve had some disputes with you in the past, but the recent catastrophe in Martial Arts is no trivial matter. I think we can set aside our past grievances and work together against a common enemy."
Upon hearing ’common enemy,’ the various sects revealed peculiar looks, with the leader of the Martial Arts alliance showing particular disdain, "A common enemy indeed. Do you think that by saying this, you can make us forget all that you have done?"
"I know I’ve become the public enemy of Martial Arts, but I’ve never harmed anyone. My purpose here today is to hope that everyone can trust me," Jian Shen said earnestly, more aware than anyone of the urgency. If he could persuade the sects here, he would swallow his pride, as the safety of Martial Arts far outweighed his personal honor or disgrace.
Jian Shen recounted the current crisis, "I believe everyone is aware that some sects have been attacked recently, with many dead and injured. Perhaps you don’t yet know what happened, but I do. That’s why I’ve come to tell you the truth."