Third Master Jing of Frostmoon City had always been a ruthless person, even to himself. The moment he saw that the situation wasn't right, he took quick steps towards Jiang Chen and apologized without hesitation. "Friend Shao, I apologize for offending you. Please forgive me for being blind to who you are."
If Jiang Chen hadn't had to consider the bigger picture, he wouldn't have given a damn about Third Master Jing's apology. Moreover, the third master was formidable because he could submit to circumstances if necessary. If one day he had the upper hand, he could turn against Jiang Chen just as easily. The best way to deal with people like him was to kill him and end all one's troubles once and for all.