This was the first and only time that Black Tiger completely let his guard down, but it was also the beginning of their complicated and unresolved relationship.

"It's nothing, we're family."

These words instantly restored Yan Zhen's confidence. His smile was frank, yet tinged with something else. Black Tiger watched intently, seemingly sensing something was different.

"Amitabha Buddha, esteemed benefactors, may my request now be granted?"

"Monk, a contest is fine, but there can be no conditions. Regardless of the outcome, the blame will be placed on me."

Yan Zhen was the first to object, while Xiang Wan nodded slightly in agreement. Originally, she hadn't intended to truly make Hei Hu her apprentice, nor had she planned to hand over Shui Yuntian. She merely wanted to use this opportunity to show Yan Zhen the bandits' protectiveness towards him, thus dispelling his resolve to fight to the death, and also to give Shui Yuntian a warning, letting him know that if his apprentice disobeyed, she, as his master, could discipline him at any time.

In the end, a fight was still inevitable. To be fair, Black Tiger did not use any weapons.

The two fought fiercely, but in the last blow, Xiang Wan deliberately hit his tear duct.

There was nothing he could do; she was a woman of her word. Now, did Scarface even have a chance to refuse her request?

The scarred-faced men watching: "..."

The monk is shameless!

The leader is a true man!

To prevent Qingfeng Village from losing its reputation, the chief was willing to suffer injustice himself. They respected such a leader wholeheartedly.

When Xiang Wan returned to the courtyard where she used to receive guests, she was now a guest of honor. Shui Yuntian, on the other hand, was seated to the side by Xiang Wan, watching her chat happily with everyone.

Shui Yuntian simply closed his eyes, deciding to ignore it. Little did he know, Xiang Wan had no intention of letting him off the hook.

"My disciple is a killer; he'll kill at the slightest provocation. Everyone, please don't describe his appearance, lest he fail to kill anyone and end up biting his tongue and committing suicide—what a tragic end!"

Shui Yuntian's eyes widened instantly, his killing intent rising.

Isn't it all to keep people away from him and talking to him? You bald bastard, you'll get what's coming to you sooner or later!