The next day, Wang Xu arrived as promised at the location agreed upon with Hei Teng.
Wang Xu waited for nearly an hour before Hei Teng finally showed up leisurely.
"You’re quite early," Hei Teng chuckled, pulling out a chair and sitting down.
"Speak then, what do you want to discuss?" Wang Xu’s expression was calm.
"Since you put it that way, I won’t beat around the bush. I know you have a qualification pass to enter the Warship Ruins. As long as you’re willing to sell it to me, I can offer you a price that will satisfy you," Hei Teng said.
"Why should I?" Wang Xu asked expressionlessly.
Wang Xu had thought of many reasons why Hei Teng might seek him out but hadn’t expected it to be about this.
One must know that Hei Teng is a member of the Celestial God Battle Group and also from a large family in the Core Area. Acquiring a qualification to enter the Warship Ruins should have been simple for him.
However, Hei Teng openly approached Wang Xu to ask for it without any pretense, clearly taking Wang Xu for a fool.
"Why?" Hei Teng’s lips curled up as he leaned back in his chair, "I believe Tang Yan must have told you that I come from the Hei Family."
The arrogance in his tone was unmistakable.
The Hei Family, even in the High Class human Core Area cities, was a formidable presence. The current Patriarch alone was an Ultimate Venerable Level figure, and it’s rumored that there are several other Venerable figures behind the Hei Family, who have yet to reveal themselves.
A family supported by multiple Venerable figures is undoubtedly powerful, directly rivaling the world’s three major powers.
This kind of giant entity can dominate globally without any need to worry, as long as they do not provoke Venerable figures.
Wang Xu frowned; he had conducted a thorough search of the Hei Family’s information and found that the Hei Family’s power could almost be considered the world’s fourth-largest force. Hei Teng’s confidence in belonging to the Hei Family was not without reason. This was a colossal entity that even Luo would not lightly offend.
"So what about the Hei Family? The qualification pass is something I earned through hard work; if I want to sell it, I will sell it, if not, no one can force me!" Wang Xu directly refused.
The Warship Ruins is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and Wang Xu would never give up such a brilliant chance because of a word from Hei Teng.
Wang Xu was confident that as long as a Venerable figure did not come personally, even if a Peak Tier Nine powerhouse came, they might not be able to kill him.
Wang Xu possessed this strength!
Hei Teng’s face darkened as he said, "Wang Xu, think it over, there hasn’t been anyone born who dared to oppose my Hei Family."
A big accusation was laid down, with Hei Teng trying to use the Hei Family’s reputation to threaten Wang Xu.
"Think what you want; if you believe that not selling the chip to you means opposing your Hei Family," Wang Xu remained unmoved, saying.
"Bang!" Hei Teng angrily slapped the table, leaving a palm mark dent. "Wang Xu, don’t refuse a toast only to drink a forfeit. I know your background inside out. You’re nothing but a lowly commoner who happened upon some fortune to reach where you are today. Trust me, with just one word, I can make sure you suffer!"
Wang Xu’s indifferent attitude infuriated Hei Teng. Being a member of the Hei Family, he was admired by all wherever he went, got whatever he wanted, and even Venerable figures treated him courteously. However, Wang Xu, a mere Tier Seven guy, dared to defy his wishes, which was a disgrace to Hei Teng.
"Whether by coincidence or as a commoner, at least I’ve fought my way up on my own. What about you?" Wang Xu replied.
Hei Teng squinted his eyes and said, "Don’t think that just because you became a Special Envoy and gained the protection of the Extreme Ancient Hall, you can oppose my Hei Family. I have a thousand ways to deal with you... and your family!"
Hei Teng’s last words completely touched Wang Xu’s bottom line.
Wang Xu suddenly stood up, his face darkening as he said, "If you want to come at me, bring it on; I’ll take on whatever comes my way. But if you dare to touch my family, I swear, I will not let you go!"
Family, to Wang Xu, meant more than life itself, and he would never allow anyone to harm them!
Hei Teng smiled; finally, he found Wang Xu’s weakness.
"Not let me go? I’ve heard three people say that before, and they all ended up dead, along with their families who were buried with them. I think you’ll be the fourth," Hei Teng’s eyes glinted with malice.
The negotiation fell apart, and with anger in his eyes, Wang Xu turned and left.
"Prepare to collect your family’s bodies," Hei Teng whispered, making Wang Xu’s face turn livid, his fists clenching tightly as a fire of fury rose within him. If the Battle Group base allowed fighting, he would have killed Hei Teng without hesitation.
"Hmm? Brother Wang, is there something you need from me?"
The avatar of Hong Yushu appeared on the Light Computer’s screen, a faint smile on his face, and he asked.
"Brother Hong, I’d like to ask for your help with something, something extremely important to me," Wang Xu said in a low voice.
"What is it?" Hong Yushu noticed Wang Xu’s serious expression and assumed a solemn demeanor.
"Just now, Hei Teng from the Hei Family tried to buy the qualification pass for the Warship Ruins from me. I refused, and now he’s threatening the safety of my family. I would like to ask for your help," Wang Xu explained the entire incident. After listening, a look of disdain appeared on Hong Yushu’s face.
"Brother Wang, rest assured, while the Hei Family is powerful, the Extreme Ancient Hall isn’t to be trifled with either. You are a Special Envoy of the Extreme Ancient Hall; whoever dares to lay hands on you is challenging the Hall’s dignity. Luo will never allow such a thing to happen," Hong Yushu said, "I will report your situation, and you need not worry about your family’s safety, rest easy."
With Hong Yushu’s clear support, a weight was lifted from Wang Xu’s heart.
"Brother Hong is right, the Extreme Ancient Hall is one of the three major powers, and at most, the Hei Family is the fourth. My worries are a bit excessive," Wang Xu thought to himself.
The Extreme Ancient Hall was a globally renowned power, known by all, with the world’s strongest person, Luo, overseeing it. How could they fear a single family?
His heart gradually settled, Wang Xu took a deep breath, shut off the Light Computer communication, and resumed his calm study of the Warship Ruins intel.
"Absurd! Simply absurd!"
On the broad screen, a regal middle-aged man shouted angrily. Hei Teng stood before the screen, his face paling and paling, not daring to talk back.
"Who did you provoke, not that you went to provoke a Special Envoy of the Extreme Ancient Hall? And you threatened his family, do you think the Extreme Ancient Hall is an ordinary force?" the middle-aged man scolded.
"Dad, I realize my mistake," Hei Teng obediently lowered his head.
"Good that you realize it. I warn you, before you become a Venerable, pull your thoughts back immediately. Once you become Venerable, everything will be easier!" the middle-aged man said, "We will figure out the qualification pass for the Warship Ruins; all you need to do is prepare to enter."
The middle-aged man finished and turned his back, shutting off the communication. The screen turned black instantly.
Silence returned to the room. Hei Teng slowly raised his head, his gaze fierce.
"Humph! Age catching up equals a mellow heart, having to wait until becoming Venerable to deal with a mere Tier Seven guy?" Hei Teng was relentless. His nature was like a sharp blade, vengeful, and what’s more, he was a Peak Tier Nine. Dealing with a Tier Seven was a piece of cake.
"Wang Xu, daring to oppose me, I’ll make sure you die miserably! Once in the Warship Ruins, let’s see who can protect you!"
"Alright, alright, Dad, when I get back, I’ll meet each one of them, don’t worry, this can’t be rushed,"
Wang Xu was on a call with Wang Zhenguo, who couldn’t stop mentioning matchmaking, forcing Wang Xu to plead for respite.
But what gratified Wang Xu more was that under Hong Yushu’s orders, several top Tier Eight powerhouses were sent specifically to protect Wang Xu’s parents, which deepened Wang Xu’s gratitude towards Hong Yushu.
At the same time, the opening of the Warship Ruins finally approached.
Having prepared for a long time, Wang Xu boarded the massive warship at the Battle Group base, heading toward the Warship Ruins with thirty participants who successfully acquired qualification passes.