NOVEL NEXT Chapter 746: 746
Master!
Everyone felt a bout of dry mouth and parched tongue.
In Shadow Hall, the term for someone in charge is "master."
And Number Two calling Yin Tian "master"—doesn't that make his identity obvious?
Lord of the Shadow Hall!
Nobody had anticipated that this seemingly harmless young man, who even appeared a bit simple-minded, would actually be the Lord of the Shadow Hall!
The thought of their recent comments about the Shadow Hall and its Lord made everyone's heart skip a beat.
This Lord of the Shadow Hall...
He wouldn't seek them out to settle scores after autumn, would he?
The Shadow Hall, unlike the War Department, is filled with assassins!
If Yin Tian truly sent those assassins after them, they would have no means of defending themselves!
"No, wait!"
Suddenly, someone let out an exclamation, "He's the head of Know-It-All, how could he be the Lord of the Shadow Hall?"
Upon hearing this, everyone else also sensed something wrong.
Indeed.
How could Yin Tian hold two positions at once?
At that moment, everyone was awaiting an answer from Number Two and Li Chang.
"What's wrong?"
Number Two asked indifferently, "Who said that within the organization, one cannot hold the charge of two departments?"
Everyone fell silent.
Indeed, the organization had no such rule.
However...
One person holding two positions felt somewhat awkward!
"You're the Lord of the Shadow Hall?"
Xu Chong looked deeply at Yin Tian, and then burst into uproarious laughter.
His laughter was loud enough to resonate through the reception hall, causing dust to flutter down as it vibrated.
"Yes, do you have a problem with that?"
Yin Tian stood there and asked coolly.
"No problem, no problem at all,"
Xu Chong stopped laughing and looked at Yin Tian, "Let's see the weight of your title as Lord of the Shadow Hall then."
"Xu Chong!"
Number Two's gaze suddenly turned icy, "Don't go too far!"
Xu Chong glanced at Number Two, his face showing a contemptuous smile, "Number Two, it seems you're the one who's going overboard."
"What's your status now? You dare to speak to me like that? You were once the acting head of Shadow Hall, and I showed you some respect. But now, you're just a lowly lackey. When I'm talking to your master, is it your place to interrupt?"
Number Two's expression shifted slightly, not expecting Xu Chong to have such insight and pinpoint the crux of the matter.
"Kid."
Seeing Number Two fall silent, Xu Chong once again turned to Yin Tian, "For many years, the Shadow Hall and the War Department have been competing to be the number one department in the organization. Today, let us have a contest between us."
"Whoever loses must admit their department ranks second. How about that?"
All eyes were suddenly on Yin Tian.
In their view, it was impossible for Yin Tian to agree.
Although Yin Tian had forced Xu Chong back with a punch just now, it was only because Xu Chong had underestimated him and Yin Tian had caught him off guard.
If Yin Tian really accepted the challenge, Xu Chong would probably take him down on the spot!
But then again...
All present were heads of departments within the organization.
If Yin Tian showed cowardice now, he would truly become a laughingstock within the organization.
It would even drag down the entire Shadow Hall, leaving them unable to hold their heads high!
Everyone was waiting for Yin Tian's response.
And Yin Tian quickly gave his answer, "Alright."
Seeing Yin Tian actually agree to it, not only was Xu Chong shocked, but others also looked at Yin Tian with pity in their eyes.
Was this guy really just caring about his pride, not his life?
"Xu Chong."
Madman Qiu spoke again, "Don't take things too far, we're here to discuss matters, not to fight."
Xu Chong warily glanced at Madman Qiu.
He was fearful of Madman Qiu, stemming from the time he challenged Madman Qiu and ended up getting soundly defeated.
Since then, he never dared to utter a threat towards Madman Qiu.
But...
Xu Chong looked at Yin Tian again.
This time offered the greatest chance for the War Department to become the organization's top department.
How could he possibly give it up!
After taking a deep breath, Xu Chong, although not daring to face Madman Qiu, directed his words at him, "Madman Qiu, what does the matter between the Lord of the Shadow Hall and me have to do with you?"
Madman Qiu did not speak, but he chuckled darkly.
That chuckle made Xu Chong's skin crawl, even more afraid to look at Madman Qiu.
He forced himself to appear calm, looking at Yin Tian, "Kid, didn't you say you dare to have a match with me? Let's practice outside!"
"No need, right here is fine,"
Yin Tian said indifferently.
He could see that Xu Chong was trying to use him to establish his dominance.
But...
This guy had probably picked the wrong person.
He also needed to assert his authority, and Xu Chong just happened to be the perfect candidate!
"Impudent kid!"
Xu Chong sneered at Yin Tian, "It's been a long time since I've seen a youngster as arrogant as you."
"I hope you last a little while, so I can get some more amusement out of this."
Before his words were fully out, Xu Chong had already hurled a punch directly at Yin Tian's face.
Yin Tian remained expressionless, watching as Xu Chong's punch approached.
With a slight turn, he easily dodged, letting the punch miss its mark.