Chapter 74: Kneeling in Submission?

Zhao Tianlong listened to the conversation between the two men, feeling a surge of fury in his chest. Though he was a local overlord, accustomed to wielding power and commanding respect, in their eyes he was no more than a lowly creature, as insignificant as a pig or a dog. With nowhere else to vent his anger, he took it out on the women beside him.

Fortunately, Zhao Tianlong knew that with Silver Wolf’s intervention, his own life was in no danger—he could rest easy. He cared little for how the two would fight; instead, he strode over to the edge of the swimming pool and swept the two still-shaken beauties back into the water, eager to resume his aquatic escapades. At this moment, the only solace he could find was in the conquest of women.

“Brother Long, we should leave now. I have a bad feeling about this,” Yao Na said, her heart still pounding from what she’d just witnessed. She was far from calm, unlike Zhao Tianlong.

“Yes, Brother Long, it’s terrifying. That handsome young man isn’t ordinary at all!” The bikini-clad beauty was pale with fear, unwilling to remain any longer.

But Zhao Tianlong, having witnessed Silver Wolf’s terrifying power—far beyond anything that young man could muster—paid them no mind. Wrapping an arm around each of their slender waists, he replied carelessly, “What’s there to be afraid of? I’ve seen Silver Wolf’s skills. That kid is as good as dead.”

“You’re really that sure?”

“Of course. Years ago, I had dozens of men armed with guns, and they were all wiped out by him without a sound. You tell me, is he formidable or not?”

“But just now, that handsome young man also took out several armed bodyguards in an instant. And I suspect he has some kind of special ability—otherwise, how could all their guns have jammed?” Yao Na reasoned.

“What do you know, woman? No matter how skilled he is, he’s no match for Silver Wolf. Just watch, the kid’s finished.” Zhao Tianlong’s faith in Silver Wolf’s strength was unwavering.

Thus, he remained calm, continuing his tryst in the pool as if nothing had happened.

Meanwhile, Silver Wolf had already witnessed Chen Yufeng’s feat—dispatching seven or eight armed guards in a flash, rendering their weapons useless. Yet, in his eyes, such strength and tricks were insignificant, unworthy of concern.

After a brief pause, Silver Wolf looked at Chen Yufeng with a sinister grin.

“Young man, you’ve been poisoned by my Bone-Softening Powder and can still move with such vigor—impressive. I’ve developed a fondness for your talent. Serve me, and I’ll spare your life; this is your only chance to survive.”

“Oh? You mean you want me to be your dog, just like Zhao Tianlong?” Chen Yufeng retorted.

“No, you’re not just any dog. At least I’d consider you a prized hound.”

Chen Yufeng didn’t take offense, but instead grinned mockingly. “Since you’re so generous as to offer me a place at your feet, I can’t be stingy either. Here’s my offer: crawl a few rounds on the ground and bark like a dog—I might let you live.”

“Are you courting death?” Silver Wolf’s fury erupted, his aura flaring as he sneered coldly.

“Young men may be arrogant, but you must know your place. Against ordinary people, your skills make you a king—you’ve earned your pride. But before me, you’re an ant. I see you have some tricks, so I’m reluctant to kill you. I’ll give you one last chance: will you serve me?”

His overwhelming presence pressed down on everyone present, save for Chen Yufeng, leaving them gasping for breath.

“Heh, a little white dog? Aren’t you overconfident? Do you really think you’re untouchable?” Chen Yufeng scoffed.

“You dare call me a little white dog?”

“Well, aren’t you? Don’t be ashamed to admit it. Your dog-head mask has already betrayed you—what else could you be?”

“Insolent fool, I’ll make you wish for death…”

Silver Wolf’s rage boiled over. That audacious little ant dared provoke him, lighting a fire that could not be contained. With a sudden motion, he swung his massive hand, sending a palm strike flying toward Chen Yufeng’s forehead.

Whoosh—

Fortunately, Chen Yufeng was ready. He dodged nimbly, evading the blow with ease. The strike missed him and smashed into the villa wall behind, blasting a gaping hole with a resounding crash.

Such power rivaled that of a magnum revolver—if it had landed, the victim would have been pulverized.

Bang! Bang! Bang!

Missing his mark, Silver Wolf’s eyes grew cold and murderous. He attacked with both hands, unleashing seven or eight strikes in quick succession. Each palm left a shadow in the air, forming a lethal net that rained down upon Chen Yufeng from every direction.

“Damn it,” Chen Yufeng cursed inwardly, dodging desperately. But the attacks were too dense, too swift. No matter how he moved, he couldn’t avoid them all. He took several hits; even his Diamond Arhat body couldn’t withstand such a barrage. Pain wracked his body, blood spurted from his mouth, and he collapsed to the ground with a thunderous crash.

Ten seconds. It had taken just under ten seconds for Silver Wolf to fell Chen Yufeng, despite his Arhat possession.

From the pool, Zhao Tianlong saw Chen Yufeng felled in an instant and shouted with glee, “Master Silver Wolf is invincible! May Silver Wolf reign for ten thousand years and unite the underworld!”

He turned to the two women beside him and barked, “What are you standing around for? Applaud!”

“Ah? Oh…” The two beauties were stunned by the scene. They had thought the youth had some skill, that he’d at least put up a fierce fight before going down. But to their shock, Silver Wolf had dispatched him with just a few strikes, leaving him vomiting blood. Zhao Tianlong had been right; Silver Wolf’s strength far surpassed the young man’s.

Coming to their senses, Yao Na and the bikini beauty quickly clapped, cheering for Silver Wolf.

The Zhang family—Zhang Zhendong, his wife, and child—were frozen in terror at the spectacle. Were these even human beings?

“Ha! Just a worthless little ant,” Silver Wolf laughed in triumph, swaggering closer to Chen Yufeng with a sneer.

“Young man, to survive three of my palm strikes and live is an achievement worth boasting of,” he mocked.

Steadying himself, Chen Yufeng gave Silver Wolf a thumbs-up, feigning admiration. “Thank you, Brother Wolf, for recognizing my strength. You are truly unmatched and peerless—I’m in awe. So tell me, is it too late to pledge myself to you now?”

“Ha! Submit to me and live; defy me and perish…” Silver Wolf stood with his hands behind his back, head thrown back in a howl of victory, exuding the aura of an invincible king. At that moment, Zhao Tianlong, the two beauties, and the Zhang family all felt an invisible pressure descend upon them, as if the very air had thickened.

This was the oppressive force wielded by a cultivator.

The sheer weight of it made their bodies tremble and knees go weak. Unable to bear it, they collapsed to the ground, kneeling.

Though Chen Yufeng found the pressure uncomfortable, he managed to withstand it, standing tall and defiant.

Seeing this, Silver Wolf’s face darkened. He glared at Chen Yufeng and barked coldly, “Kneel and kowtow! Call me master!”