Chapter 25: Whoever Loses Kneels and Sings “Conquest”
Chapter 25: Whoever Loses Kneels and Sings “Conquest”
The System was silent for a moment, then said, “Dear Host, I regret to inform you that according to my precise calculation just now, even if you used the Slapping Divine Palm and the Invincible Black Stockings, it would be useless. Your combat power is simply not on the same level.”
Tang Chen’s mouth twitched, and he cursed angrily, “You damn System, you just crushed all the fighting spirit and confidence I had built up. Am I really that weak?”
“Dear Host, your sentence was grammatically incorrect. Please remove the question mark—that is my answer.” The System’s mouth was really annoying. Its sarcasm was so sharp it felt like stabbing someone to death.
Tang Chen felt thoroughly defeated, both inside and out. He said stubbornly, “I don’t care. You’re supposed to serve me, Young Master. If I die, you’re done for too. So you have to think of a way for me.”
“Heh.”
“Oh, what’s with the cold laugh? Your sister’s laugh?” Tang Chen retorted unhappily.
“Dear Host, have you forgotten? You are not my first Host. The Hosts before you also threatened me like this. And what happened? They died, but I’m still perfectly fine, aren’t I?” The System spoke logically and confidently, adopting an attitude of “threaten me all you want, I don’t care.”
Tang Chen really wanted to drag this damn System out, kill it, and then whip its corpse. Damn it, I am the protagonist! Can’t you, a lousy supporting character, just stick to your role?
Tang Chen didn’t say anything more to the System. Though he felt uneasy inside, he still held onto some confidence. After all, if it really came down to a life-or-death situation, the System wouldn’t just stand by and watch. This damn thing just loved giving him Missions, right? When the time came, he could just complete its twisted Mission—no big deal.
“Young Master Tang, it’s right ahead.” Fang Wenxin spoke up at that moment, stepping aside and respectfully pointing toward a white building ahead. That was the Judo Club.
Since he had already decided to become Tang Chen’s subordinate, he was fully aware of how he should address him.
Tang Chen looked over and saw three large characters written on the wall in the middle of the two-story building: “Judo Hall.” The writing looked powerful and imposing.
Tang Chen straightened his back and said to Fang Wenxin, “Lead the way. Let’s go meet this Yu Tianyi.”
“Yes, Young Master Tang.” Fang Wenxin agreed, gritted his teeth, and walked into the Judo Hall. As soon as he entered, he could hear grunting sounds from inside, indicating that the members were practicing martial arts.
Tang Chen scanned the interior and saw over thirty students wearing white judo uniforms. Some were kicking, some were sparring with each other, and others were using fitness equipment to build their muscles.
“Young Master Tang, I’ll go call Yu Tianyi out.”
“No need.” Tang Chen grabbed him and sneered, “Young Master is this awesome, so of course he should come out to see me.” As he spoke, he lifted his foot and forcefully kicked the door beside him. With a dull thud, the martial arts practitioners in the hall immediately stopped what they were doing and looked over.
“Huh? Isn’t that Fang Wenxin? Why is he back?”
“Yeah, it’s Fang Wenxin. Didn’t our club president beat him up? Is he here to get beaten again?”
“The girl behind him looks like Yang Mi, but who’s the guy next to Yang Mi?”
“Damn, it’s Tang Chen! It’s Tang Chen from our class! That guy is actually holding Yang Mi! Damn it, he really managed to get Yang Mi!”
“Damn it! My Goddess!”
Tang Chen was annoyed by all their noise. He let go of Yang Mi, stepped forward into the hall, and shouted, “What are you all shouting about? Where’s Yu Tianyi? Tell that idiot to come out here!”
“Damn it, you’re asking for trouble! How dare you insult our president!” A boy who was about 1.7 meters tall shouted, then leaped up and delivered a high Whip Kick aimed at Tang Chen.
Tang Chen took a step back to dodge the move, then slapped the boy across the face. With a sharp “smack,” the boy flew backward, crashed into a sandbag, and fell to the ground, moaning in pain.
Fang Wenxin’s eyes shone even brighter. He really hadn’t misjudged Tang Chen—it seemed Tang Chen might actually be able to get revenge for him!
“Senior Brother! You’re asking for death!”
“Tang Chen hit someone! Brothers, let’s get him!”
“Damn it, how dare you come to our Judo Club and hit someone! Do you even know where you are?”
“All of you, shut up!” A deep voice rang out at that moment. Tang Chen curled his lips into a smile. He knew the main event had arrived!
Sure enough, as soon as the voice fell, all the students quieted down. They automatically split into two rows, standing neatly, and called out in unison to the man walking out from inside: “President!”
Tang Chen looked at the man who emerged. He was tall and well-built, and his loose judo uniform couldn’t hide his explosive muscles. He had a broad head and clean-cut features, but his face was full of menace, making him look like someone not to be messed with. This guy was none other than the president of the Judo Club, Yu Tianyi!
“Why are you all making noise instead of practicing?” Yu Tianyi looked very authoritative. As soon as he spoke, the previously rowdy students became even more well-behaved than good kids.
“President, that guy hit our senior brother!” one student couldn’t help but say.
“Hit someone? Who dares to hit someone in my dojo?” Yu Tianyi was furious. How dare someone hit his people! Did they want to find out why flowers are so red?
“It was me, you big idiot. I’ve been standing here for so long, and you didn’t even see me.” Tang Chen smirked. This Yu Tianyi was exactly like he appeared in the video—a total Tarzan.
All the students looked utterly shocked. What had they just heard? This guy actually called our president a big idiot…
Veins bulged on Yu Tianyi’s forehead, and he gritted his teeth so hard they creaked. He turned and saw Tang Chen standing at the door. In a flash, he darted right in front of Tang Chen and said coldly, word by word, “What did you just call me?”
With them standing face-to-face so closely, the air around them seemed to freeze because of the killing intent emanating from Yu Tianyi.
Tang Chen, however, smiled lightly and calmly, saying, “I said you’re a big idiot!”
“You’re asking for death!” Yu Tianyi roared, then threw a punch straight at Tang Chen. Tang Chen didn’t dodge, but Fang Wenxin leaped forward and threw a punch in return.
Thud!
Their fists collided. Fang Wenxin was forced back several steps and shouted angrily, “You hit my Boss? You’re asking for death!”
Yu Tianyi sneered and said, “Your Boss? Hah, Fang Wenxin, I thought you’d learn your lesson after I taught you a lesson. But instead, you found yourself a Boss like this? Idiot!”
The students started whispering among themselves: “Did you hear that? Fang Wenxin actually recognizes Tang Chen as his Boss.”
“Haha, this is hilarious. I used to admire Fang Wenxin, but now he just seems like a fool.”
The students’ comments made Fang Wenxin feel deeply humiliated. He clenched his fists tightly and said, “Yu Tianyi, I’m going to kill you!”
Smack!
Just as Fang Wenxin was about to make a move, someone tapped him from behind. Tang Chen patted his shoulder and said, “I already said Young Master would handle this for you. Step back and protect your Sister-in-law, or I’ll beat you up.”
Fang Wenxin was momentarily stunned. Looking into Tang Chen’s determined eyes, he nodded and moved behind him, following Tang Chen’s order to shield Yang Mi.
“Tang Chen, be careful.” Yang Mi had never seen Tang Chen fight before. In her mind, Tang Chen was no match for such a tough guy, so she called out worriedly.
Tang Chen nodded, walked up to Yu Tianyi, and said arrogantly, “You idiot, did you enjoy trying to sneak attack me just now?”
Yu Tianyi’s fists clenched until they crackled. He said coldly, “Kid, I have no grudge against you, but if you keep talking like you’re asking for a beating, I’ll kill you!”
Tang Chen let out a disdainful sneer and said, “You and I might not have a grudge, but since you hit my underling, I can’t ignore it. Do you think you’re so awesome, you big gorilla? How about this: Young Master will fight you one-on-one. If I win, you kneel down and sing ‘Conquest’ for me. If I lose, Fang Wenxin and I will sing ‘Conquest’ for you.”
Yu Tianyi’s expression changed, then he immediately burst into loud laughter. “Are you an idiot? You actually want to fight me one-on-one? Fine! Since you’re so eager to die, I’ll grant your wish!”
“Haha, Tang Chen is pushing his luck too far this time. How dare he challenge our president to a one-on-one fight?”
“But that’s good. Then we can watch Fang Wenxin kneel and sing ‘Conquest’.”
“Tang Chen is totally screwing over his teammate!”