In the villa.
Jiang Wuming sat cross-legged in a room as usual, his consciousness entering the mysterious space to cultivate, leveraging its temporal advantage.
Since breaking through to the eleventh stage of the Three-star Battle God realm, Jiang Wuming had been focusing his efforts on breaking through to the Four-star Battle God realm.
At the Three-star Battle God level, true energy could manifest and attack externally.
At the Four-star Battle God level, true energy contained form and intent.
The biggest difference between these two realms lay in whether a martial artist could comprehend "true intent" and integrate it into their martial arts moves.
Previously, Jiang Wuming had already grasped the blade intent within 'God Slaying' and the Yin-Yang True Intent, effectively stepping into the Four-star Battle God domain. He only needed to further comprehend "true intent" to break through.
Swish!
Suddenly, Jiang Wuming, who was in the training room,'s eyes snapped open. He sensed Qin Xiaozhi's aura rapidly approaching.
Based on his understanding of Qin Xiaozhi, the latter would not disturb him during his closed-door cultivation, nor would he come in such a "flustered" manner, unless something was amiss.
Jiang Wuming's consciousness returned to reality. He got up, left the training room, and went to the main hall downstairs.
Qin Xiaozhi happened to be entering as Jiang Wuming emerged, looking somewhat surprised. "Boss, you're out of seclusion?"
"I sensed your aura just now, so I ended my cultivation."
Jiang Wuming nodded, then asked, "What happened?"
"Xingtian, Wu Zhenggang, Xiao Wu, and others were beaten by Buck's men in the west district..."
Qin Xiaozhi immediately stated the reason for his visit, concluding with his assessment: "I think there's something fishy about this. Buck is probably after you! I'm worried about Xingtian and the others' safety, so I came straight to you without asking Xisai about the reason Wu Zhenggang and Xiao Wu were beaten."
"As you say, this is indeed a trap."
Jiang Wuming nodded, agreeing with Qin Xiaozhi's deduction. He then said, "There's no need to worry too much. Xingtian and the others are not in mortal danger for now."
"Why?" Qin Xiaozhi was surprised.
"According to the rules of Sin City, killing is only permitted in two situations. First, the Death Arena. Second, a battle between factions. Otherwise, anyone who kills will be executed."
This time, before Jiang Wuming could speak, Black Widow Jessica appeared at the entrance of the hall.
She had been at Qin Xiaozhi's villa and hadn't had time to tell Qin Xiaozhi this before he left.
"Is that so..."
Qin Xiaozhi was somewhat taken aback.
Due to the overwhelming amount of affairs of the Battle Dragon Hall in the past few days, Qin Xiaozhi hadn't had the time to study the rules of Sin City.
Furthermore, knowing that Dawson greatly valued and took care of Jiang Wuming, and considering that Jiang Wuming and the Battle Dragon Hall's goal was the extraterrestrial enemies, he hadn't expected the Battle Dragon Hall to clash with other factions in Sin City.
Jiang Wuming, however, was different.
Since arriving in Sin City, he had done three things besides cultivating: attended a meeting, engaged in a battle, and learned the rules of Sin City.
This was also his habit.
Just as when he returned to the Dragon Country he would first understand the Dragon Country's military regulations and laws, and before every battle he would familiarize himself with the surrounding environment of the battlefield, he did the same here.
Because he knew the rules of Sin City, he was not worried about the safety of Xingtian and the others after learning they had been beaten.
"Sigh... Xingtian, honestly, he's still as impulsive as ever, not even informing us before acting."
After his initial surprise, Qin Xiaozhi sighed.
"Xingtian's personality hasn't changed much. However, it's not entirely his fault. The Battle Dragon Hall is currently ranked third in Sin City, and the incident occurred in the west district. He believed that people in the west district would show respect to our Battle Dragon Hall."
Jiang Wuming said calmly.
"That's true."
Qin Xiaozhi nodded. Before learning that Xingtian and the others had been beaten, he also wouldn't have believed that the five factions in the west district would provoke the Battle Dragon Hall.
"That old bastard Buck is acting strange! That old bastard is a very cunning person. He knows you're Dawson's favorite, and he witnessed your battle at the manor. There's no reason for him to provoke you!" Black Widow Jessica also looked puzzled. "Because the consequences of provoking you for him are only two: the Death Arena and faction battles, as I mentioned before!"
"Jessica, what exactly are the Death Arena and faction battles?" Qin Xiaozhi seized the opportunity to ask.
"According to the rules of Sin City, when conflicts arise between individuals, a death challenge can be posted on the dark web forum, and grievances can be settled in the Death Arena.
The Death Arena is located in an ancient fighting arena in Sin City, where battles are frequently held.
If two factions are in conflict, their respective leaders will engage in dialogue. If the matters cannot be resolved, a faction battle can be requested from Lord Dawson.
Faction battles take place on a battlefield in the south district, which was once the site of the extraterrestrial enemies' first attack on Sin City. It's very spacious.
Of course, the leaders of the two factions can also choose a Death Arena battle.
But unlike duels in the secular world, in Sin City, Death Arena battles between two factions can only be fought by their respective leaders.
This is a rule personally set by Lord Dawson to prevent factions from inviting outsiders to cheat.
With the current strength of the Battle Dragon Hall, a faction battle would allow us to completely crush Buck's forces.
In a Death Arena, your brother could crush him with one hand!
Unless..."
As Black Widow Jessica spoke, a terrible thought suddenly crossed her mind.
"Unless he has broken through to the Five-star Battle God realm."
Jiang Wuming voiced Black Widow Jessica's terrible thought.
Swish! Swish!
Black Widow Jessica and Qin Xiaozhi's expressions changed simultaneously.
Because they both knew very well what it would mean if Buck had broken through to the Five-star Battle God realm.
In a Death Arena battle, even Jiang Wuming, who had broken through to the eleventh stage of the Three-star Battle God, would find it difficult to defeat Buck by crossing two realms.
In a faction battle, Buck alone could wipe out the entire Battle Dragon Hall!
Jiang Wuming, however, remained calm. He looked at Black Widow Jessica and asked, "Sister, do you have Buck's contact information?"
"Yes."
Black Widow Jessica nodded first, then realizing something, she asked, "Are you going to call him?"
"Mm."
Jiang Wuming nodded.
Black Widow Jessica immediately took out her phone, found the recent call record, and handed it to Jiang Wuming.
Jiang Wuming pondered for a moment. Instead of calling back directly using Jessica's phone, he took out his own phone and dialed Buck's number.
"Buck, this is Jiang Wuming."
When the call was connected, Jiang Wuming announced himself.
"Brother Jiang Wuming, it's an honor to receive your call."
Buck replied with a smile, as if he were answering a call from an old friend. "I watched your battle at the manor through the dark web live broadcast. It was very exciting and unbelievable. In your Dragon Country's words, is this called 'a hero emerges from youth'?"
"Buck, where are my brothers now?" Jiang Wuming asked coldly.
"Ah ha, you mean those arrogant fellows? They provoked and challenged my subordinates, were injured by my subordinates, and are now being held somewhere. To be precise, they are locked in cages," Buck said mockingly.
Hearing Buck's words, Black Widow Jessica immediately exclaimed angrily, "Buck, you old bastard!"
Crack!
Qin Xiaozhi also clenched his fists in anger.
Jiang Wuming, however, remained calm, but beneath that calmness, a surging killing intent brewed.
Not only did Buck design the ambush to injure Xingtian and the others, but he also locked them in cages. This was a clear sign that the conflict was irreconcilable!
"Ah ha, Jessica, you little slut, calling me old? Do you want to try my strength?" Buck taunted with a cold laugh.
"Buck, what do you want?"
Jiang Wuming, suppressing his anger and killing intent, asked calmly.
"Little brother, do you know the rules of Sin City?" Buck asked with a cold smile.
"The Death Arena and faction battles?" Jiang Wuming retorted.
"Oh my, it seems you know. Jessica, that little slut, must have told you. Well, your subordinates provoked my subordinates, and a conflict ensued. This matter concerns both of our factions.
Now that things have escalated to this point, we must proceed according to the rules. You must choose between these two options!"
Buck was initially surprised, then said sinisterly, "Since you know the rules, tell me, what is your choice!"
"Brother, choose the faction battle! Even if he has indeed broken through to the Five-star Battle God realm, we still have a chance!"
Black Widow Jessica advised, while continuously signaling Jiang Wuming.
Given the current situation, even if Buck had broken through to the Five-star Battle God realm, as long as Jiang Wuming recruited a Five-star Battle God member to the Battle Dragon Hall before the faction battle officially began, they could win!
And she believed that with Jiang Wuming's connections and influence, he had a chance to achieve this!
"Ah ha, Jessica, I didn't expect you, a little slut, to be not only well-endowed but also intelligent enough to guess that I've broken through to the Five-star Battle God realm."
On the phone, Buck continued to tease upon hearing Jessica's words. "Don't worry, whether he chooses the faction battle or the Death Arena, I won't kill you. I told you, one day, you will submit at my feet!"
"Death Arena battle."
Jiang Wuming stated his choice coldly.
"Accor- According to the rules of Sin City, the Death Arena battle must take place within three days..."
Black Widow Jessica became anxious, believing Jiang Wuming had made the wrong choice.
"Ah ha, little brother, since you've made your choice, report it to Lord Dawson, and let him arrange the time!"
Before Black Widow Jessica could finish speaking, Buck on the other end of the phone said with a cold laugh and hung up immediately.
He was afraid Jiang Wuming would go back on his word and wanted to report it to Dawson right away!
"Sister, I know what you mean, but according to the rules of Sin City, if I choose the faction battle, Buck can deal with Xingtian and the others! Xingtian and the others will die now!"
Jiang Wuming put down his phone and looked up at Black Widow Jessica.
"Bu- But, if you can't break through to the Four-star Battle God realm within three days, you definitely won't be Buck's match..."
Black Widow Jessica was stunned for a moment, then spoke again.
However—
This time, before Black Widow Jessica could finish her sentence, Jiang Wuming had already stood up and walked towards the door. She subconsciously asked, "Brother, where are you going?"
"To send an enemy on his way and bring my brothers home!"
The young man didn't look back, his killing intent soaring!
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