His words finally brought Zuo Xiong back to his senses. Realizing what had happened, he became even more furious and shouted at Xu Nuo, "You dare to trick me!"
Xu Nuo raised an eyebrow, "What? You want to fight again? I don't mind, but if you throw another punch, your friend might not survive. Let me make it clear: your abilities aren't necessarily stronger than mine, so you won't be able to hit me."
"Is that so?" Zhu Xianhou's eyes flashed, and in an instant, he moved from lying on the ground to standing beside Park Su. His speed was so fast that it left only a blur, making it almost impossible to see how he covered the five-meter distance in an instant.
By the time everyone realized what had happened, Zhu Xianhou's blade was already pressed against Park Su's neck. Park Su could even feel the coldness of the blade against his skin.
Park Su raised an eyebrow, curious to see what Zhu Xianhou intended to do.
"You see, if it were just you, maybe you could protect yourself from harm. But are you sure you can also protect the people around you?
If I hadn't stopped just now and had cut his neck instead, do you think he would still see the light of day tomorrow?" Zhu Xianhou said, politely withdrawing the blade from Park Su's neck as he spoke.
It seemed that Zhu Xianhou's earlier actions were just a demonstration for Xu Nuo. However, no matter how polite he was now, Xu Nuo's expression turned dark. Almost simultaneously with Zhu Xianhou withdrawing his blade, Xu Nuo stabbed it directly into Zhu Xianhou's thigh. Zhu Xianhou groaned in pain, eyes wide as he looked at Xu Nuo. "Isn't this too much? I didn't harm your little friend."
Xu Nuo's eyes were cold. "I don't like people touching my things, and I dislike even more when people use my things to threaten me. You've crossed my bottom line. Whatever you wanted to discuss with me, I refuse. You no longer have the right to speak to me. Now, get out."
Hearing this, Zhu Xianhou laughed, clutching his wound while looking at Xu Nuo. "It seems you care a lot about this little friend. Shouldn't you consider what I just said even more?
If you join our convoy, we can overlook what happened. We'll also do our best to protect your little friend. You know you can't guarantee his safety alone. You got this angry just because I held a knife to his neck. What if he gets seriously injured when you're not paying attention? What will you do then? So join us. It's a good choice, and I promise you won't regret it."
Park Su felt frustrated being called "little friend" repeatedly. In fact, he had sensed Zhu Xianhou approaching earlier. If he hadn't felt Zhu Xianhou's lack of malice and wanted to see what would happen, Zhu Xianhou wouldn't have gotten close.
Seeing Xu Nuo's change in expression, Park Su realized he had made a mistake. If Zhu Xianhou hadn't withdrawn the blade quickly, the leaf blade hidden on Park Su's shoulder would have severed his hand.
He hadn't expected Xu Nuo to get so angry on his behalf. He wasn't hurt at all, and according to Xu Nuo's usual style, he would have toyed with them a bit.
But Xu Nuo got angry, not only wanting to drive them away but also taking action. Hearing Zhu Xianhou's words now, Park Su wondered if he really was that important to Xu Nuo.
Was Xu Nuo's reaction a new strategy to deal with them, or did he genuinely care about him as Zhu Xianhou suggested? Unsure of Xu Nuo's thoughts, Park Su continued to observe the situation, his mind in turmoil. He couldn't help but notice how good Xu Nuo looked with a cold expression. Xu Nuo, hearing Zhu Xianhou's words, laughed instead of getting angry. "And what about you? Why do you stay by this bear-like man's side, willingly subordinate to him? What's your purpose?"
"It seems that in terms of tactics, you are not inferior to him. In terms of cunning, you are much stronger. Given your different personalities, I suppose you both have different views on dealing with external matters. Yet, you willingly stay under him, and he doesn't always listen to you. So why do you remain under him? Are you interested in him? Or are you just using him as a shield, having already taken control of the convoy? I bet you are more popular within the convoy than he is, right?"
Zhu Xianhou hadn't expected Xu Nuo to respond with such a question. He didn't know what Xu Nuo had observed in such a short time. But if Zuo Xiong started to overthink this, Zhu Xianhou's future wouldn't be easy, and it would certainly affect the convoy's situation.
He couldn't back down now; instead, he needed to show his goodwill. He gratefully glanced at Zuo Xiong and said, "He saved me before my abilities awakened. Without him, I'd be dead by now.
The convoy is the result of both our efforts, aimed at rescuing more people in this world. Although we sometimes have differing opinions, we resolve them quickly.
But because of this, we need to expand our strength. With only the two of us as ability users, we can save very few people.
I think a master like you, if you joined our convoy, could definitely help many more people."
Xu Nuo sneered, "If it's just about helping others, what difference does it make whether I join you or not? I can save many people on my own. There's no need to join any organization. Or is it that you want something specific from me?If so, speak plainly. I have no interest in lingering here any longer, nor in playing along with your pleasantries.If you won't speak clearly, let me be clear: I don't think much of your convoy and have no interest in joining you."
"If that's your only request, then leave. If you come back to bother me again, I won't hesitate to ensure you don't see tomorrow's sun.Also, unlike you, I'm not a saint who thinks about saving everyone. I certainly won't show mercy to anyone. In my view, those who deserve to die should be killed, regardless of the world we're in. So, think carefully before you provoke me again, or the next time, this knife will go straight into your heart."
After making his threat, Xu Nuo resumed his lofty demeanor, raising his hand and holding up three fingers. "I'll count to one. If you don't speak, you'll lose the chance to say anything to me forever. Three, two..."
"Wait," Zhu Xianhou hadn't expected the young man, despite his age, to be so cold-blooded. Many ability users had a hero complex, and this approach often persuaded them. Even those without such thoughts wouldn't openly admit it due to pride.
But to Zhu Xianhou's surprise, Xu Nuo openly admitted he didn't care about saving others and would even kill those he deemed necessary. His eyes, fixed on Zhu Xianhou while saying 'kill those who deserve to die,' sent chills down Zhu Xianhou's spine, making him swallow his words.
Given this opportunity to state his true intentions, Zhu Xianhou, regardless of whether it was a trap, knew it was his last chance. He interrupted Xu Nuo's count and spoke.
"We felt the energy changes in the air earlier. We believe it was related to your breakthrough. Your breakthrough caused the energy in the air to flow, indicating you've learned to convert this energy into your own. We hope you can share this method with us, so we ability users can enhance our abilities.
Since you don't want to join our convoy or help us save people, at least share this method. By improving everyone's abilities, more people can be saved."
Xu Nuo, as if enlightened, looked at them. "So that's your plan. Unfortunately, I have no desire to be a savior, and other people's lives don't concern me. Your scheme is doomed to fail. Since you won't leave, then I will."
With that, he pushed Park Su inside and turned to close the door. But just as it was about to close, a hand grabbed the edge, stopping it.
Xu Nuo looked up to see Zuo Xiong's angry face and sneered, "I knew you hypocrites would say one thing but mean another. If you want to take it by force, come and get it. I don't mind putting a few more holes in your friend."
Seeing Xu Nuo's resolve, Zhu Xianhou quickly intervened. "Even if you don't care about yourself, consider those around you. If you don't help others, they won't help you in the future. What if your friend leaves you and is in danger? Wouldn't you want someone to save him? Can't you think from his perspective? Sharing your method benefits everyone!"
Xu Nuo coldly replied, "First, I don't know the method you're talking about, and even if I did, I wouldn't tell you. Second, I won't let him leave my side to get hurt."