Chapter 539: Chapter 537 The Battle of the Tai Chi Sect
With the people of the Tai Chi Sect pouring in, the area that originally seemed deserted suddenly became a bit crowded.
There were more than twenty people present, with the Tai Chi Sect occupying the majority. They had the upper hand in both numbers and momentum.
The squad members who were originally at ease now had expressions that turned grim.
They were all unusual talents the military wanted to recruit, but frankly speaking, they were just loose cultivators. When encountering the so-called "renowned and righteous sect," they naturally felt less confident.
Qin Hao was not afraid of them. His eyes roamed over the people of the Tai Chi Sect, while strategies flashed in his mind.
"Very well, the item on the altar belongs to our Tai Chi Sect. If you idlers leave now, you can still live."
The speaker was a young man standing behind an elderly man with white hair and beard. His name was Liu Ji, the son of the Sect Leader, holding a high status, and was extremely arrogant.
Hearing this, Qin Hao’s eyes rolled, and he said with a smile, "Since this treasure chest belongs to the Tai Chi Sect, then we will give it up. Brothers, let’s go!"
With that, he was ready to leave without another word.
The squad members were taken aback, not expecting Qin Hao to do this. But after seeing the look Qin Hao gave them, they immediately understood.
It turned out Qin Hao planned to advance by retreating, letting the Tai Chi Sect break into the killing array first, while they waited in the dark to observe.
The leader was truly cunning!
At that moment, everyone thought this and followed Qin Hao as they were about to leave.
"Wait!"
Suddenly, the elder with crane-white hair and youthful face spoke slowly.
Qin Hao stopped, looking at him with a low-profile expression: "Sir, what do you need?"
The elder’s name was Liu Canghai, the Vice Sect Leader of the Tai Chi Sect, also the person in charge of this mission.
He narrowed his eyes and asked, "I find your face quite familiar. Are you the Qin Hao who destroyed the Golden Stone Sect?"
Qin Hao was surprised, how did his name become so prominent?
But he spoke neither humbly nor arrogantly, "Indeed I am."
Liu Canghai was slightly surprised, then said amiably, "Your deeds have spread among the Ancient Martial Family. Although the Golden Stone Sect is only a ninth-rate sect, you destroying its foundation indicates some potential. How about this, if you join our Tai Chi Sect now, others can leave."
He didn’t say what would happen otherwise, but the implied threat was obvious.
"Oh?"
Qin Hao, who was initially warm and gentle, started smiling with clear killing intent in his smile.
At this point, with the other side being so aggressive, there was no need to pretend to be subservient.
His expression changed, and he cursed, "Good for you, you bald-headed turtle grandchild! I haven’t made you kneel yet, and you’re bold enough to lay eyes on me? Damn you!"
"What!"
The people of the Tai Chi Sect were stunned. Just a moment ago, the intellectual and courteous person transformed so boldly and suavely.
This turn of events was too unexpected!
Soon, Liu Ji, blushing with anger, shouted, "Brat, it’s your fortune that Uncle sees value in you. If you dare speak rudely again, the consequences will be unbearable for you!"
Qin Hao shook his head and said indifferently, "Fool, I was talking to your bald uncle. You immature idiot, go home and drink milk first!"
"You!"
Liu Ji extended his hand, pointing angrily at Qin Hao, his chest heaving in a way that looked like a heart attack.
"Ah, I want to kill you!"
Liu Ji, lacking worldly experience, easily lost his composure after a few words and rushed toward Qin Hao.
Qin Hao’s eyes squinted, already showing a scheming accomplishment.
He realized that although the Tai Chi Sect’s crew had good skills, apart from the leading elder, they were all young, clearly novice birds without Jianghu experience.
Such people, when insulted with a word or two, would lose rationality, causing their martial arts mentality to fall short, making it much easier for the squad in a fight.
It had to be said, his plan was already half successful. Except for Liu Canghai, everyone was filled with rage, with Liu Ji practically going mad charging forward.
"Xiaojie, calm down!"
Liu Canghai couldn’t stand it and shouted a thunderous command to wake Liu Ji, "Qin Hao is deliberately provoking you. Can’t you see through such a small trick?"
Liu Ji awoke with sudden enlightenment, glaring at Qin Hao with both fear and resentment, "So despicable."
Qin Hao waved his hand, "In war, deception is justified. Who would’ve thought the people of Tai Chi Sect could be so stupid?"
"Stop talking nonsense!"
Even though Liu Ji knew Qin Hao was goading him, he couldn’t help but get angry.
"You, rude fellow, stop gloating! Later, I will personally kill you!"
"Yes, not only kill you but feed your corpse to beasts!"
The people of the Tai Chi Sect began clamoring, their threats very clear.
Qin Hao’s lip curled with disdain, shouting, "A bunch of fools, soon I’ll be using your heads as chamber pots!"
"..."
The members of the Tai Chi Sect were speechless, a simple sentence from Qin Hao bested their insults countless times over.
Indeed, when it came to insults, Qin Hao was unbeatable.
"Everyone, stay calm!"
Liu Canghai promptly yelled at the Tai Chi Sect people, making them shut up and barely regain their composure.
Then, he glared darkly at Qin Hao, "Qin Hao, I intended to recruit you because of your talent. Now, I will let your previous offenses slide, giving you another chance to join our sect."
"Before you answer, think clearly. If you refuse, all of you will die here today!"
As soon as he said this, before Qin Hao could respond, the squad members’ faces turned ashen.
The Tai Chi Sect had advantageous numbers, momentum, and strength, and if a real confrontation ensued, things could be very dangerous!
Qin Hao didn’t notice his teammates’ expressions, and even if he did, he wouldn’t change his decision.
The Night Emperor, King of Assassins, would not humble himself under anyone!
The answer was, of course, no.
"Old man, being bald is one thing, but why are you so short-sighted too? You want me to join the Tai Chi Sect? Have your sect leader come kneel and beg me, maybe then!"
"Insolence!"
With Qin Hao’s words, the entire negotiation collapsed, Liu Canghai’s face turned icy as he shouted, "Tai Chi Sect people, listen up! Now, kill them all!"
"Yes!"
The Tai Chi Sect members responded in unison, moving with excitement, quickly surrounding Qin Hao and his team.
With the crisis looming, the squad members broke into a cold sweat. But knowing that at this point, even in fear, they had no choice but to brace themselves.
Little Wolf wiped the sweat from his forehead and shouted, "Even if I die today, I’m taking a few Tai Chi Sect trash with me!"
Scholar waved his sleeve decisively, "Let me see the power of an Ancient Martial Sect!"
Fox’s coquettish smile appeared a bit strained, "Oh well, since the captain has made it clear, how can I refuse?"
Gu Qinyue showed no expression, her hair starting to stand, the mysterious power within her surging violently.
The four began to secretly gather strength, preparing to fight the Tai Chi Sect. Among them, Viper, without a word, revealed a cruel look and stabbed his dagger toward Qin Hao’s back.