Berserk God of War

Chapter 545: Chapter 545: Wang Ge Admits Defeat

Hua Lidian once appeared amid the life-and-death battle between the students of the Long Night Saint Dragon Palace and Long Night Xingluo Palace, arriving to observe Peng Peng from the Xingluo General Academy at that time, only to witness Sikong Jing demonstrating great prowess.

Moreover, he recorded Sikong Jing’s performance and propelled him to the 698th place on the East Plain Thousand Tyrant List, securing his fame throughout the land.

Although Sikong Jing had never met him, he remembered him.

Now, to his surprise, he had a chance encounter with him on the Changhua Godship that was heading toward Long Night Imperial City.

What Sikong Jing found unexpected was that someone knew about the situation in the Youyuan Twelve States and even dared to speak out loud during the time when Ji Tan was frantically blocking the news and promoting Cheng Yusu.

But the moment he saw Hua Lidian, he understood, due to the power and mystery of Overlord Commerce.

However, the vicious-looking man on the other side did not recognize Hua Lidian. His features twisted in ferocity as he roared fiercely, ”How dare you spout nonsense! If these words were to spread to the battlefield, do you believe they could undermine the soldiers’ morale?”

With that, the brute began to advance step by step, looking as if he was about to lash out at Hua Lidian.

Yet, Hua Lidian merely shrugged indifferently, chuckling lightly, ”Undermine the soldiers’ morale? What does that have to do with my Overlord Commerce? I’m just stating a fact I’ve heard.”

Upon hearing this, the brute’s body shook violently, and those around couldn’t help but stare at the middle-aged man.

This person was from Overlord Commerce, the arbiter of the Thousand Tyrant List, an even more fearsome organization than Wanbao Pavilion.

Therefore, his words might be true.

The bully didn’t dare to approach any further; the status of Overlord Commerce was exceedingly high, and no one dared to offend them lightly.

And they, in turn, generally paid no attention to the disputes of other powers.

At that moment, with a faint smile to the disconcerted thug, Hua Lidian crossed over to Sikong Jing’s table and asked, squinting with a smile, ”Young man, do you mind if I join you?”

Sikong Jing was surprised for the second time; Hua Lidian was actually initiating contact with him?

Without thinking much of it, Sikong Jing rose slowly and gestured invitingly, ”Mr. Hua, please.”

Hua Lidian flashed a small smile, seated himself casually, and then retrieved a bottle of fine wine from his storage ring, smiling at Sikong Jing, ”Young man, would you care to try some of my Hua Jian Wine?”

As soon as these words were uttered, envious, jealous, and resentful glances came from all around. Hua Jian Wine was an extremely sought-after beverage.

It was said to be available only at Overlord Commerce.

Because there were no free tables around, this ordinary-looking lad had stumbled into good fortune.

The tickets for the Changhua were not cheap, and those who could afford to be aboard were all from wealthy backgrounds; many people wanted to form connections with Overlord Commerce, knowing that even the slightest affiliation could bring them immense benefits.

No one had expected that young man to steal a march on them.

Even the previously menacing brute couldn’t help but twist his mouth and settle for a spot to sit down, his eyes revealing envy toward Sikong Jing as he internally cursed the lad’s good luck.

Meanwhile, Sikong Jing sat back down and said, ”Good wine is rare, I’m certainly very interested.”

No sooner had he spoken than Hua Lidian personally poured a full glass for Sikong Jing, who after taking a sip, praised, ”Excellent wine.”

Gently setting down his cup, Sikong Jing suddenly asked, ”Mr. Hua, I’ve heard that Overlord Commerce stays out of disputes, but just now you showed concern for the Black Burning Army. Why is that?”

Sikong Jing was very curious, as Hua Lidian’s previous statement had seemed somewhat meddlesome.

The surrounding crowd also couldn’t contain their curiosity at this development.

Especially the brute, who cast an odd glance, eager to know what kind of answer Hua Lidian would provide.

”Ha ha...”

Hua Lidian laughed heartily, responding offhandedly, ”My Overlord Commerce never intervenes in disputes. Like everyone else here, I simply enjoy gossiping about the current situation and mentioning a rumor I heard, that’s all.”

”Some say that Cheng Yusu is formidable, but I, for one, have heard that the Dark Wing Commander is extremely terrifying, nothing more,” he said.

With those words, Hua Lidian pinched his cup and downed it in one gulp.

Then he slowly continued, ”I had some old ties with the Beigong Old Commander too, his death is truly heart-wrenching.”

At these words, Sikong Jing understood...

Hua Lidian was not merely paying lip service as he appeared to be but was genuinely indignant on behalf of the Beigong Xianfeng. He couldn’t bear to see the Beigong Xianfeng being spoken of as inferior to Cheng Yusu even after his death.

He also didn’t want to see the military achievements of the Long Night Black Burning Army being usurped by Cheng Yusu.

Perhaps it wasn’t due to a deep friendship but simply because of the Beigong Xianfeng’s personal charisma.

And for Overlord Commerce, finding out what had happened in the Youyuan Twelve States these days would be easier than for anyone else.

Instantly, Sikong Jing’s opinion of Hua Lidian increased significantly, and he nodded in response, ”Indeed, it is heart-wrenching, but some people, after the Beigong Commander’s death, still try to tarnish his reputation, which is truly despicable.”

In a flash, the burly man’s expression turned ugly, yet he dared not say anything.

The people around also appeared reflective, their belief in Hua Lidian’s words growing stronger.

But Hua Lidian suddenly changed the subject with a smile, ”Let’s not talk about this, did you know that the East Plain Thousand Dominator List has been updated again today, young friend?”

Sikong Jing showed surprise for the third time, then quickly realized that a month had passed and the East Plain Thousand Dominator List would naturally be updated.

At that moment, Hua Lidian took out the new list from his storage ring.

”Young friend, you must be curious about the rankings on the list, no?”

After saying this, he squinted his eyes and pushed the list towards Sikong Jing, meanwhile, the surrounding people couldn’t help but stand up and come closer.

They were all very curious indeed.

What new changes would there be in the East Plain Thousand Dominator List after a month?

Sikong Jing ignored the people around him and took the list to read it, the name at the top was still Chou Zhan from the Beichou Sword Sect; he quickly scanned downwards...

Soon, his gaze settled on one name as he said in a low voice, ”Wangyou Sect’s Wang Ge, rank 42.”

Hiss...

Around him, a wave of gasps sounded; the rise of the Wangyou Sect’s Young Sect Master was too terrifying—for she was ranked 163rd two months ago, 78th last month, and now she had reached the 42nd spot.

A gleam shone in Sikong Jing’s eyes as he looked up and asked, ”Mr. Hua, has Wangyou Sect’s Wang Ge achieved any remarkable feats in battle again?”

Taken aback, Hua Lidian did not expect Sikong Jing to look for his own name first, but rather inquire about Wang Ge’s affairs.

He did not know that Wang Ge was Sikong Jing’s sister.

Thinking it over, it made sense, considering the Wangyou Sect had attacked the Long Night Saint Dragon Palace and specifically targeted him; there must be some grudge involved. So Sikong Jing’s concern for the Young Sect Master of the Wangyou Sect was perfectly normal.

He probably saw Wang Ge as a target.

”Yes, just half a month ago, Wang Ge challenged Gongyang Ying from the War Soul Dynasty and was narrowly defeated,” Hua Lidian replied.

Upon hearing this, Sikong Jing immediately looked for Gongyang Ying’s name. Last time he was ranked 37th, and this time he remained in the same position, which meant his narrowly defeated sister now occupied the 42nd spot on the list.

Instantly, Sikong Jing asked with a hint of nervousness, ”After the narrow defeat, how is Wang Ge faring?”

He was, of course, concerned about his sister’s safety.

Hua Lidian found Sikong Jing’s reaction even more strange, but still replied, ”Wang Ge was traveling with the Great Elder of the Wangyou Sect. After the narrow defeat, the Great Elder took her away, continuing their journey westward.”

At this point, Hua Lidian suddenly slapped his forehead and laughed heartily, ”It seems I’ve said a bit too much.”

Overlord Commerce does not involve itself in any disputes.

And his words just now had implicitly given Sikong Jing a piece of intelligence regarding the Wangyou Sect, not in line with the rules of Overlord Commerce.