Chapter 50: He Can Finally Take Revenge!
After listening to the servant's report, Yu Xiaolong couldn't help but feel a surge of frustration.
'What is wrong with my second brother?'
Yu Xiaogang was barely at level 20, yet he insisted on competing in the Great Fighting Soul Arena, flaunting the family's name and connections. While it showed some ambition despite his lack of strength, there was a limit to what made sense.
'If you're facing opponents more than ten levels above you, you should leave quietly,' Yu Xiaolong thought. 'Instead, you're standing on the stage shouting about making Father and the family acknowledge you? Are you trying to humiliate us all?'
As if that weren't enough, when Yu Xiaogang was knocked out of the ring, he continued yelling about proving himself, vowing to earn his father and the elders' recognition.
'Stupid. Absolutely stupid.'
When the servant recounted that Yu Xiaogang believed the Spirit Hall woman was kind simply because she wiped the blood from his mouth, Yu Xiaolong couldn't hold back anymore.
"Idiot! How could my second brother be so foolish? Just because she wiped your face with a silk handkerchief, you think she's kind-hearted? What kind of logic is that?"
The report grew worse. The servant explained how the Great Fighting Soul Arena's management had repeatedly urged Yu Xiaogang to leave Soto City for his own safety, only for him to stubbornly refuse.
Yu Xiaolong nearly lost it. 'If hundreds of people saw the Spirit Hall woman knock you out repeatedly, how can you deny it? Why are you so insistent that she's good?'
The absurdity of it all left Yu Xiaolong in disbelief. His second brother had always been weak, but at least he wasn't completely devoid of intelligence. How could he be this delusional?
Then a chilling thought struck him. 'Could it be… has Xiaogang fallen in love with the Spirit Hall woman?'
The idea sent a shiver down Yu Xiaolong's spine. 'What a joke! How could this even happen?'
Their family—the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan—and the Spirit Hall had always been at odds. If Yu Xiaogang truly fell for someone from the Spirit Hall, marriage would be impossible.
The second uncle and the elders were already dissatisfied with Yu Xiaogang due to his lack of strength and potential. At least his father had managed to suppress their discontent.
But if Yu Xiaogang were to insist on pursuing someone from the Spirit Hall, it would be seen as treason. The family would never tolerate it.
What's worse, the Spirit Hall woman had knocked him unconscious multiple times without holding back. If the Great Fighting Soul Arena hadn't acted quickly to treat his injuries, Yu Xiaogang might already be dead—or an idiot.
Yu Xiaolong rubbed his temples in frustration. If Father hears about this, he'll explode.
Deciding that something had to be done, Yu Xiaolong resolved to go to Soto City himself to retrieve his brother. 'If I don't intervene, Xiaogang's stubbornness will ruin him.'
He nodded at the servant, retrieved twenty gold soul coins from his storage soul guide, and handed them over with a polite smile.
"Thank you for your hard work. Take these as a reward. Also, please inform the management of the Great Fighting Soul Arena that I, Yu Xiaolong, will visit in a few days."
The servant's eyes widened at the sight of the gold soul coins. His earlier fatigue vanished as he accepted the reward with a grin.
"You're too generous! Really, there was no need for so much."
Though his words were humble, his actions were not. He swiftly pocketed the coins, his joy plain on his face.
'What a windfall! I've truly hit the jackpot this time.'
After saying his goodbyes, the servant left, practically skipping with happiness.
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Returning to the family meeting hall, Yu Xiaolong waited for the session to end before recounting everything to Yu Yuanzhen.
Upon hearing about Yu Xiaogang's antics at the Great Fighting Soul Arena, Yu Yuanzhen's fury erupted.
"How could Xiaogang be so stupid? That bastard! That fool!"
For Yu Yuanzhen, his son's weak abilities were never a problem. With the family's protection, Yu Xiaogang could live a safe, albeit unremarkable, life. Even if Yu Yuanzhen were to pass away one day, Yu Xiaolong would continue to look after his brother.
But this? Falling for a Spirit Hall woman who had knocked him unconscious multiple times? Defending her actions despite overwhelming evidence? It was an insult to the family name.
After a long silence, Yu Yuanzhen turned to Yu Xiaolong, his voice heavy with resolve.
"Xiaolong, take a team to the Great Fighting Soul Arena and bring your brother back. If he resists, break his legs and carry him home."
Yu Xiaolong nodded without hesitation. "Understood. I'll make the arrangements immediately."
As his son left, Yu Yuanzhen clenched his fists and sighed. "Xiaogang, when will you stop being such a disappointment?"
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Meanwhile, back at the Great Fighting Soul Arena, Yu Xiaogang was on the hunt.
He scanned the area carefully, searching for Zhao Ling and Bibi Dong. Finally, he spotted Bibi Dong in the middle of a fierce match against a level-57 attack-type Soul King.
Nearby, Zhao Ling stood by the stage with Ah Yin in his arms, his back turned to Yu Xiaogang.
The sight of Zhao Ling's back—the same back that had humiliated him so many times—sparked a burning desire in Yu Xiaogang's heart.
'Zhao Ling has knocked me out over and over again. This time, I'll be the one to strike him down. I'll humiliate him in front of Miss Dong'er!'
The thought consumed him. Though he had initially planned to wait until he was stronger to seek revenge, that plan was now forgotten.
Yu Xiaogang scanned the area and noticed a wooden chair nearby. Gripping it tightly, he began tiptoeing toward Zhao Ling.
Forty meters… twenty meters… ten meters… five meters…
Closer. Closer.
'I can finally take my revenge!'
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