In any other situation, given Champion Hou Li Hong's fiery and stubborn nature, he would probably have attacked Fang Han instantly.
Even though Fang Han is the renowned First Guest Elder of the Demon Suppression Division and possesses extraordinary strength, Li Hong will never show the slightest tolerance or backing down.
After all, the champion has always been proud and arrogant.
However, the situation was completely different at this moment. Fang Han had seized his fatal weakness, which was that he had stood by and watched without doing anything to deal with the monster.
This matter has already aroused public anger in Tianyi City. If it spreads to Tianyuan County, or even to the entire Yanlong Kingdom, he will become the target of public criticism, condemned by thousands, and despised by tens of thousands. His past reputation and glory will be destroyed in an instant.
Thinking of these terrible consequences, Champion Marquis Li Hong couldn't help but feel a chill, and a cold sweat appeared on his forehead.
He suppressed his anger and resentment, forcing a stiff smile, and said to Fang Han, "Fang Han, Commander Tantai, you two have misunderstood. I had my reasons for not sending the Demon Suppression Army. I know the Demon Suppression Division is exceptionally strong; dealing with those demonic beasts is a piece of cake for them. If I find you in danger, I will lead the Demon Suppression Army to your rescue without hesitation, even at the cost of my own life."
Soon, champion Hou Lihong said these words to Fang Han with a big smile, trying to defuse the awkward situation.
Hey, this guy's got a quick mind. Although his explanation is full of holes, it'll do the trick in this emergency.
Fang Han sneered inwardly, but did not expose him immediately.
"Then why did you say you wanted to grind me to dust? Was that also a misunderstanding?"
Fang Han stared coldly at Li Hong, his gaze piercing as if trying to see through his heart.
Marquis Li Hong felt a chill run down his spine under Fang Han's gaze, but he maintained his awkward smile and quickly said, "Mr. Fang, you must have misheard. I never said anything like that. Look, you led the soldiers of the Demon Suppression Division to kill so many demonic beasts today. You've made outstanding contributions and rid the people of Tianyi City of a great scourge. How could I possibly be your enemy?"
This guy really knows how to assess the situation and change course with the wind; his ability is far superior to that woman, Wu Hanchun.
“Mr. Fang, the Marquis is right. We came here to support you. We have been closely monitoring the battle. If you are no match for those monsters, we will definitely lead our troops to fight alongside you and fight against them together.”
City Lord Wu Tian also chimed in, his face plastered with a fake smile.
He thought to himself, "Champion Marquis Li Hong is really good at talking. He can turn black into white and the dead into the living. He really can't compare to him in his ability to distort the truth."
"These Marquis of Champion and the city lord are too hypocritical, aren't they? They are clearly cowards who dare not send troops to fight against the monsters, but now they are talking nonsense here as if they are so brave and fearless."
"Yes, I really don't know what to do with people like that to fight the monsters. I originally planned to stay in Tianyi City and fight the monsters with everyone to protect our home. But now it seems I have to reconsider. Who knows, I might get killed by them one day."
The people of Tianyi City were discussing among themselves, expressing extreme dissatisfaction and disappointment with the hypocritical behavior of Marquis Li Hong and City Lord Wu Tian.
"It seems that Lord Marquis and City Lord Wu are still determined to deal with the demonic beasts? Very well, in that case, starting tomorrow, we will meet every morning at the Demon Suppression Division's temporary command post in Tianyi City. Whenever there is news of a demonic beast attack, we will divide the tasks according to our respective strengths and responsibilities, and work together to fight the demonic beasts. If anyone fails in their duties in the process of eliminating the demonic beasts, deliberately delays, or deserts their post, they will be held accountable without exception!"
Fang Han didn't bother arguing with the Champion Marquis's hypocritical words and spoke decisively.
"Fang Han, you're from the Demon Suppression Division, why do you think you can command our City Lord's Mansion and the Demon Suppression Army? Aren't you far too arrogant and conceited!"
Before Champion Marquis and City Lord Wu Tian could speak, Wu Hanchun, that stupid woman, couldn't hold back any longer and jumped out to shout loudly.
Her arrogant demeanor made it seem as if Fang Han was not worthy of speaking to her.
"Given my current highest status in Tianyi City, you must all accept my command!"
Fang Han smiled coldly, his gaze like an icy blade shooting towards Wu Hanchun. He said coldly, "Wu Hanchun, yesterday you said you were the city lord's daughter, born noble, and shouldn't be doing the hard work of dealing with demonic beasts. But for that one sentence alone, I can kill you! Because you are the city lord's daughter, and Tianyi City is at a critical moment of life and death, yet you want to stay out of it, clinging to life and fearing death. If everyone were like you, not protecting their own homes, then Tianyi City would sooner or later be completely occupied by demonic beasts, and then you would all become food for them!"
"Wu Hanchun, as the city lord's daughter, you should lead by example and set a good example for the people, instead of being cowardly and dragging everyone down!"
“Lord Wu, if your daughter is still so cowardly and disregards the lives of the people at this critical moment, then you should no longer be the lord of this city. How can a lord who can’t even discipline his own daughter lead the people of Tianyi City to fight against the monsters and protect their homeland?”
In the crowd, someone shouted, and the voice grew louder and louder, like an unstoppable torrent, making Wu Hanchun and Wu Tian feel flustered and confused.
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