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Chapter 495 - 385 Battle of Wits and Courage (Fifth Update)

Chapter 495: Chapter 385 Battle of Wits and Courage (Fifth Update)

Originally, Su Yu had been accumulating power continuously and with it, when he shattered Black Iron City in one fell swoop again, it could have led him to yet another unthinkable breakthrough. But now, the momentum had dissolved. The opportunity that Su Yu had painstakingly created was gone. Ada turned her gaze towards Jiang Hai, realizing that this seemingly pleasant man in white hid an unfathomable and frightening strength beneath his surface.

"We are truly sorry and regret the misfortune that happened to Miss Lika Xiya. We are determined to avenge her, using the full strength of our city."

As Jiang Hai spoke, Su Yu gave a cold smile. Lika Xiya had died in his hands, so Jiang Hai’s words inherently implied that a feud to the death had developed between Black Iron City and him. His Golden Claw had silently appeared. Su Yu indifferently responded, "The murderer is right here, come and take my life."

Jiang Hai looked at Su Yu, shook his head, and smilingly said, "Why are you so hasty to admit that you are the murderer? As I’ve said before, our Black Iron City, after so many years of development, is not a temporary gathering of undisciplined rabble. We have our principles and standards. We won’t wrong a good person, and won’t let a criminal off. As for the murderer who killed Miss Lika Xiya, according to our investigation, there are clearly two suspects. You are just one of them. You don’t need to plead guilty so soon, haha."

Jiang Hai’s words left Su Yu wrapped in a fog, and even Jin Fuhua was equally confused. Everyone turned to look at Jiang Hai, their faces filled with bewilderment.

Jiang Hai smiled, "According to our investigation, Miss Lika Xiya’s neck was broken by you, Su Yu, but she didn’t die immediately. Later, she was strangled by Zhang Jiandao, which finally led to her death. So, the person who truly killed Miss Lika Xiya could either be you, Su Yu, or Zhang Jiandao. Both of you are suspects. However, the conclusion of this case is not yet finalized."

Jiang Hai’s words made everyone suddenly realize. They remembered that when Su Yu broke Lika Xiya’s neck, she didn’t die right away. It was only after Zhang Jiandao grabbed her neck that she finally died. Nonetheless, even if Zhang Jiandao had not seized her neck, Lika Xiya would have died. Yet because Zhang Jiandao intervened, the case had a sudden twist.

Jiang Hai continued with a light smile, "I came here to investigate the final conclusion to this case. The question is whether the murderer was the now-dead Zhang Jiandao or you, Su Yu... You need to prove this."

Su Yu looked at Jiang Hai, experiencing the cunning of this man for the first time. He calmly asked, "So, what do I need to prove in order for you to conclude this?"

Jiang Hai began to laugh, "So, you need to prove to me that you have enough value and capability to convince our Black Iron City, to specifically accuse Zhang Jiandao as the murderer..."

When he said this, intelligent people like Su Yu and Jin Fuhua finally understood the true intentions of Black Iron City.

Clearly, the intelligence network of Black Iron City was formidable. They must have learned of the Peach Blossom Town incident two days ago. However, as such a substantial power, they would not instantly seek revenge without any thought, like Jiang Hai said. They needed to consider the reactions and consequences from various aspects. This was the reason why Black Iron City had been able to stand tall and immovable.

So, they immediately conducted an investigation on Su Yu, but the results left them more and more shocked. The heavier Su Yu’s involvement, the more Black Iron City had to consider. They needed to estimate the consequences of revenge. Jiang Hai’s purpose of coming was clear: if Su Yu’s involvement was so significant that they could not afford to provoke him, or the cost of revenge would be too tragic, they would conclude that the true culprit who killed Lika Xiya was Zhang Jiandao, and Su Yu’s punishment would be much lighter.

Otherwise, if Su Yu failed to demonstrate the strength stated in their intel, as the murderer of Miss Lika Xiya, he would face the dreadful revenge of Black Iron City.

At this moment, everyone, including Jin Fuhua, realized that although Ms. Lika Xiya was deeply loved by the Black Iron City Lord, as the ruler of an entire city, what he was more concerned about was the safety and interests of the city, and these were even more important than avenging his daughter.

Now Jin Fuhua seemed to have some understanding. Although he had never met the Black Iron City Lord, he was able to deduce that this was indeed a formidable and cold-hearted person. Even family affection was something he could sacrifice for the sake of power.

As Jiang Hai was saying this, he gently patted the Black Dragon next to him and smiled, "Good boy, go play somewhere else, and stay far away."

Su Yu also dismounted his Horned Demon Horse and gently patted its back. Ada uttered softly, "That guy is very terrifying."

Su Yu nodded slightly and was about to walk away alone, but Jin Fuhua suddenly stopped him.

Su Yu looked at him, and saw a look of indecision on Jin Fuhua’s face. As someone with strong decision-making skills, this was a first.

Su Yu somewhat understood his feelings; he himself felt the same indecision.

They had originally decided to challenge Black Iron City in the face of vengeance for Lika Xiya’s death, even to the point of wanting to replace them. But now the situation has suddenly turned around. Black Iron City sent someone over to convey their decision: as long as Su Yu demonstrated sufficient strength, Black Iron City could forgive Su Yu for killing Lika Xiya. So, is Black Iron City really as they claim? Or do they have other plans?

Now, both Su Yu and Jin Fuhua were confused and indecisive.

Even if what Jiang Hai said is true and they now spare Su Yu without pursuing him, who knows what tricks they might play in secret? Would they pick them off one by one?

If they say they truly don’t care about Lika Xiya’s death, Jin Fuhua does not believe it.

Su Yu knew the other reason for Jin Fuhua’s hesitation: even if Black Iron City were to really let Su Yu go, it doesn’t mean they would let Jin Fuhua off. In the days to come, the moment Su Yu is not by his side, Black Iron City could easily squash him like an ant at any time.

Su Yu flashed a smile, glancing at Jin Fuhua, and he uttered just one sentence: "We are allies, forever." Then he advanced alone towards Jiang Hai, who was awaiting him after having driven off the Black Dragon Horse.

Jin Fuhua, having heard Su Yu’s words, suddenly felt a wave of relief; he now knew Su Yu’s decision.

Without a doubt, the true intention of Black Iron City is not as simple as Jiang Hai is making it seem. Even if they truly let Su Yu go now, Su Yu can’t always protect his friends and Freedom Village. They can seize any opportunity to capture his partners and friends, then threaten Su Yu. By the time they regret it, it would have been too late. The issue now is not whether Black Iron City will let them go, rather, they have reached an extreme point where trust is lost between both parties. They dare not bet on their own and their friends’ lives that Black Iron City will keep its promise and won’t make a move against them.

When Su Yu killed those two Sixth-order fighters from Black Iron City, this outcome was already predetermined.

"Everyone, step back a bit." Jin Fuhua raised his hand and everyone quickly withdrew, soon clearing a vast space for Su Yu and the mysterious white-clad figure from Black Iron City, Jiang Hai.

Jiang Hai, smiling, scrutinized Su Yu, and said, "Give it your all, show me what you’re capable of. Let me confirm whether you can pose a threat to us. Only then can I be certain that Zhang Jiandao was indeed the sole killer of Miss Lika Xiya."

Su Yu stopped ten meters in front of him, and then uttered a sentence that left Jiang Hai, and everyone else for that matter, slightly startled.

"Why are you serving the Black Iron City Lord?"

The question from Su Yu, came too suddenly, even the usually articulate Jiang Hai was taken aback before he started to laugh."The reason to serve someone is varied...Maybe he’s stronger than I am, maybe he’s wiser than me, maybe he’s older. Su Yu, you really are a peculiar man. Are you trying to learn what kind of person the City Lord is through me?"

Su Yu studied Jiang Hai before suddenly asking, "Is that wine in your pouch?"

Jiang Hai, once again caught off guard, nodded, "Indeed. Would you like to have a taste?" Su Yu’s second question once again caught him by surprise.

Ada turned his head slightly to look at Su Yu, admiration in his eyes.

Since Jiang Hai arrived, his words and movements have subtly restrained everyone. Even Su Yu’s unshakeable momentum was broken, effectively being kept on the defensive. Until now, two unexpected questions from Su Yu had taken Jiang Hai by surprise, and Su Yu finally broke free from his suppression, resetting the standoff to its original position.

After advancing to Seventh Order, the struggle is not merely a simple comparison of power, but a contest of momentum.

Su Yu nodded at Jiang Hai. Jiang Hai straightforwardly unfastened the wine pouch from his belt and tossed it to Su Yu.

Su Yu opened the cork, smelled it, took a small sip, and shook his head with a sigh, "I’ll never understand why some people love wine so much." Gradually he recorked the pouch, looked at Jiang Hai, and calmly said, "In this world, there are two kinds of people. One kind rules over others, and the other is being ruled. Jiang Hai, would you prefer to continue being a subordinate to the Black Iron City Lord or do you want to be your own master, the ruler of Black Iron City?"

Jiang Hai’s brows furrowed slightly, the smile that had been on his face now faded. (To be continued... For more, please visit www.qidian.com. We have more Chapters and support the authors, supporting genuine reading!)