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Return of the Celestial King

Chapter 396: Covert Contest · Oct 16, 2026

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351 Chapter 351: Invited into the Valley 2026-10-16
352 Chapter 352: Purchasing the Pill Formula 2026-10-16
353 Chapter 353: 10 Billion 2026-10-16
354 Chapter 354: Possessing a Treasure is a Crime 2026-10-16
355 Chapter 355: Su Pei Pei 2026-10-16
356 Chapter 356: Grown Wings and Flown Away 2026-10-16
357 Chapter 357: Repaying with Her Body 2026-10-16
358 Chapter 358: The Origin of the Jade Pendant 2026-10-16
359 Chapter 359: The Convention Begins 2026-10-16
360 Chapter 360: Offering the Seat 2026-10-16
361 Chapter 361: Going for the Kill 2026-10-16
362 Chapter 362: Entering the Ring 2026-10-16
363 Chapter 363: An Eye for an Eye 2026-10-16
364 Chapter 364: Going Berserk 2026-10-16
365 Chapter 365: You All Must Die 2026-10-16
366 Chapter 366: Begging for Mercy 2026-10-16
367 Chapter 367: A Good Opportunity 2026-10-16
368 Chapter 368: Returning to the Provincial City 2026-10-16
369 Chapter 369: Grandmaster of Inner Strength 2026-10-16
370 Chapter 370: Cousin’s Wedding 2026-10-16
371 Chapter 371: Xiaolu Town 2026-10-16
372 Chapter 372: Scum 2026-10-16
373 Chapter 373: Treating to Dinner 2026-10-16
374 Chapter 374: Drinking Fake Wine 2026-10-16
375 Chapter 375: The Truth Behind Dropping Out 2026-10-16
376 Chapter 376: A Mighty Dragon Is No Match for a Local Snake 2026-10-16
377 Chapter 377: You’re Fired 2026-10-16
378 Chapter 378: One Leg 2026-10-16
379 Chapter 379: 10 Minutes 2026-10-16
380 Chapter 380: Stinking Fish and Rotten Shrimp 2026-10-16
381 Chapter 381: He is a Cultivator 2026-10-16
382 Chapter 382: The Origin of the Jade Pendant 2026-10-16
383 Chapter 383: The 4 Great Vajras 2026-10-16
384 Chapter 384: Protection 2026-10-16
385 Chapter 385: Bow and Submit 2026-10-16
386 Chapter 386: Going to Hongshan 2026-10-16
387 Chapter 387: Shi City 2026-10-16
388 Chapter 388: Xue Qingqing 2026-10-16
389 Chapter 389: Hero Saves the Beauty 2026-10-16
390 Chapter 390: A Safe Return 2026-10-16
391 Chapter 391: A Generous Reward 2026-10-16
392 Chapter 392: Going Up the Mountain Together 2026-10-16
393 Chapter 393: Narcissism 2026-10-16
394 Chapter 394: Xingyi Hall 2026-10-16
395 Chapter 395: Catching a Bullet 2026-10-16
396 Chapter 396: Covert Contest 2026-10-16
397 Chapter 397: Altar 2026-10-16
398 Chapter 398: The Old Daoist with a Goatee 2026-10-16
399 Chapter 399: Mist Forest 2026-10-16
400 Chapter 400: Arrival of the Fierce Beasts 2026-10-16

As it turned out, Xue Qingqing hadn’t originally planned on going up the mountain with everyone.

But after seeing Qin Tuo’s skills just now, Xue Qingqing was instantly put at ease.

She knew that as long as Qin Tuo was there to protect her, no one could possibly harm her.

When Xue Chengdong heard this, he grew incredibly anxious.

He knew Qin Tuo and Huang Junkai were skilled—otherwise, they couldn’t possibly have rescued Xue Qingqing from a group of assassins.

But the two great families they would face tomorrow were terrifyingly powerful. There was no telling how many Grandmaster-level experts would show up!

’Under such circumstances, these two young men might not even be able to protect themselves. How could they possibly protect my precious daughter?’

Thus, Xue Chengdong instinctively wanted to object.

But before he could speak, Jin Hongtao, who was seated nearby, frowned and asked coldly,

”President Xue, are these two young men going tomorrow as well?”

Hearing their master’s question, Ma Youcai and a group of disciples from Xingyi Hall also turned to stare at Qin Tuo and his companion with hostility.

Qin Tuo remained at the table, calm and unmoving as a mountain, paying the group no mind.

Meanwhile, Huang Junkai, seeing so many people watching him, couldn’t help but feel a surge of nervousness.

Xue Chengdong nodded and said,

”Yes, Master Jin. These two will be accompanying us tomorrow.”

Upon hearing this, Jin Hongtao’s expression changed instantly. He snorted coldly.

”President Xue, you’re just sending them to their deaths. Besides, where am I supposed to find the energy to protect a couple of nobodies?”

An embarrassed expression immediately spread across Xue Chengdong’s face. After a moment’s thought, he forced a smile.

”Master Jin, you may not be aware, but they insisted on coming. They’ve also said they’ll be responsible for their own lives and won’t require you to worry about their safety.”

Jin Hongtao said nothing further after hearing this explanation.

However, his sullen expression clearly revealed his deep-seated displeasure.

Seeing that Jin Hongtao didn’t press the issue, Xue Chengdong let out a huge inward sigh of relief.

Just then, Ma Youcai stood up, puffed out his chest, and declared proudly,

”Don’t you worry, President Xue! I can guarantee Miss Xue’s safety tomorrow. As for everyone else... I’m afraid they won’t even be able to protect themselves!”

As he spoke, Ma Youcai shot a deliberately provocative glance at Qin Tuo. The hostility in his eyes was plain for anyone to see.

To his dismay, Ma Youcai found that Qin Tuo simply ignored him.

Ma Youcai was instantly infuriated, and he secretly gritted his teeth.

’I’ll find a chance to teach Qin Tuo a lesson tomorrow after we get up the mountain,’ he decided.

Ma Youcai’s declaration put Xue Chengdong much more at ease.

”Alright, everyone. Since that’s settled, let’s leave it at that. For now, please enjoy the banquet I’ve specially prepared for you all!”

Xue Chengdong said with a smile, easing the tense atmosphere.

After that, everyone dropped the subject and began to eat, drink, and chat merrily.

After the banquet, Xue Chengdong sat drinking and chatting with Jin Hongtao. Both men, faces flushed, clinked their glasses together time and again.

Meanwhile, a group of disciples from Xingyi Hall swarmed around Xue Qingqing, crowding her.

”What are you all doing?”

Xue Qingqing frowned, her delicate brows knitting in displeasure.

One disciple said with a grin,

”Miss Xue, we’d like to get a photo with you. Surely you can grant us this one small request?”

Xue Qingqing was about to refuse, but then she remembered that these people would be fighting for her family tomorrow, so she reluctantly agreed.

Immediately, the disciples buzzed around her like a swarm of flies, all fighting for a chance to get a photo with Xue Qingqing.

Qin Tuo, however, simply stood up and walked out to the pavilion.

He found it too stuffy inside and wanted to get some fresh air.

Reaching the pavilion, Qin Tuo quietly speculated about the major confrontation that was likely to unfold on the mountain tomorrow.

’What kind of experts will the other two families send?’

However, that wasn’t Qin Tuo’s primary concern. What he most wanted to know was what kind of precious ores were hidden within the new mine.

Qin Tuo had just sat down when a fragrant breeze announced Xue Qingqing’s arrival. She had followed him.

As soon as she arrived, Xue Qingqing asked,

”Qin Tuo, what are you doing out here?”

Qin Tuo glanced at Xue Qingqing but didn’t respond.

Unfazed, Xue Qingqing smiled and asked,

”Qin Tuo, don’t you want an autographed photo with me?”

Qin Tuo coldly uttered two words.

”I don’t.”

Xue Qingqing froze, then fumed with indignation.

In her entire life, no one had ever ignored her so completely.

Usually, Xue Qingqing was adored by thousands wherever she went. When had anyone ever treated her with such cold indifference as Qin Tuo?

Before Xue Qingqing could say another word, Ma Youcai appeared out of nowhere. His face was a mask of cold fury as he reprimanded,

”You brat, Qin! How dare you treat Miss Xue with such disrespect?”

His face was flushed with anger. He was clearly trying to play the part of her white knight.

Qin Tuo turned his head and calmly retorted,

”Oh? And what attitude should I have?”

Ma Youcai snorted.

”You should at least stand up when you speak to Miss Xue, not sit there with such arrogance!”

Qin Tuo just grunted, not even bothering to acknowledge the man.

This dismissive attitude enraged Ma Youcai. He had been holding back his temper with Qin Tuo all night, but he couldn’t afford to lose face in front of Xue Qingqing.

Unable to contain his anger, Ma Youcai’s blood rushed to his head. He charged forward and grabbed Qin Tuo’s shoulder.

He intended to haul Qin Tuo to his feet and humiliate him on the spot.

Xue Qingqing yelped in surprise and was about to intervene.

But Ma Youcai was faster. He exerted his strength, heaving upward with all his might!

But Qin Tuo remained seated, completely unmoved, a clear look of mockery on his face.

Ma Youcai strained for what felt like an eternity, only to find that he couldn’t budge Qin Tuo in the slightest.

All his straining only made his own face turn red and his neck swell with effort. To make matters worse, Xue Qingqing witnessed his pathetic display...

Ma Youcai felt utterly humiliated. ’Looks like I have no choice but to use my Qi Force,’ he thought.

’Alright, you little punk, keep acting so tough! Let’s see how you like a real lesson!’

Seething with hatred, Ma Youcai unleashed his Inner Strength—the power of a true Martial Artist—intending to flip Qin Tuo onto the ground.

But even after he unleashed his Inner Strength, Qin Tuo remained as immovable as a thousand-year-old boulder.

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