Supreme Warrior in the City
Chapter 1385 - 1384: A Turtle Shrink Its Head?

Chapter 1385: Chapter 1384: A Turtle Shrink Its Head?

As a result, Han Shao got beaten up, and Zhao Hu Zi was so furious that he was ready to take people to seek revenge on Wang Yu right then and there.

Unexpectedly, just as he had gathered his men, he was stopped by Su Yang, and his plans were thus forced to an abrupt halt.

"Master Su, Han Shao is one of ours. Besides, the Han Family is now fully supporting our cause. To be beaten yet we say nothing... If word gets out, wouldn’t people think it’s a joke?" Zhao Hu Zi stood beside Su Yang, anxiously pleading.

Su Yang was calm, speaking leisurely: "Don’t worry, this grievance will be avenged sooner or later!"

"Sooner or later? When exactly is that?" Zhao Hu Zi asked in astonishment, "Master Su, there’s a whirlwind of rumors outside, all detrimental to us. We can’t completely ignore them. Many are waiting to mock us, to see how the Su Family frightened us into inaction. If we don’t show up, then... then aren’t we just proving them right, saying we’re cowards hiding in our shell?"

"Those with great ambitions should not fret over temporary gain or loss!" Su Yang glanced at Zhao Hu Zi and said in a soft voice, "Hu Zi, you need to change this impetuous temperament of yours. Being too anxious isn’t good."

Zhao Hu Zi was utterly baffled. It wasn’t that he was being impatient, he was genuinely infuriated.

"Then... then how should I explain this to Han Shao?" Zhao Hu Zi asked, "Many are ridiculing the Han Family out there, saying they have sided with us and got nothing in return. Some even clamor that the Han Family should be expelled from Capital City... At the very least, we should stand up for them. I can’t possibly tell him to just endure and disregard the immediate losses, can I?"

"I’ve told you, don’t be anxious." Su Yang said, "Better yet, don’t go see him today, we have other matters to attend to."

"What matters?" Zhao Hu Zi asked in surprise, "He’s hurt and I don’t visit, and no one from our side does either, this... this isn’t right, is it? Many already look down on us, and at a time like this, doing nothing... wouldn’t that only make things worse?"

"You needn’t ask about all that." Su Yang said with a smile, "Once we’re done with this matter, you can take care of Han Shao’s situation properly."

Zhao Hu Zi’s face showed confusion, unclear on what Su Yang really meant. However, seeing Su Yang’s confidence, he eventually said no more, because he didn’t know what else to say.

The decisions made by Su Yang were never his to change. Moreover, it proved true that Su Yang’s decisions were never wrong!

And so, the clamor outside continued, even some major clans, inspired by the Wang Family, set out to provoke those seventeen families.

Before evening arrived, those seventeen families had suffered several attacks already.

The clan members had no choice but to contact Su Yang, hoping he would intervene. However, Su Yang had Zhao Hu Zi negotiate with them. Announcing he was in seclusion and wouldn’t show up, that left Zhao Hu Zi extremely helpless.

Eventually, the people of these seventeen families had to hide within their own domains, not daring to venture out lest they encounter a solo ambush, which would be problematic.

Such circumstances led those seventeen families to develop some complaints against Su Yang. After all, they too considered themselves part of Su Yang’s camp. Yet, they were attacked because of their association with Su Yang, who then hid away, and this naturally made them question their choice.

In reality, although they were upset, there was no alternative plan. After the battle with Zhao Dongming, they were all marked as allies of Su Yang. Now they were in a quandary, unable to change this situation, merely observers of Su Yang’s actions.

What’s more, there was deep concern in their hearts. Given the current scenario, Su Yang seemed to be the weakest link. If Su Yang were to fall, they would certainly be doomed!

Seeing no reaction from Su Yang, the people of Capital City grew increasingly reckless, hurling various taunts and insults at Su Yang and those seventeen families.

Latterly, a few clans approached Master Wang, and after some discussion, a group of families publicly declared that they wanted those seventeen families to come to them to confess and apologize.

If those families were willing to apologize and admit their mistakes, they could continue to exist in Capital City. Otherwise, there would be no more chances for those seventeen clans!

Additionally, they set a deadline for the seventeen families to make their final decision by that evening.

Once this news spread, Capital City was in an uproar. Quite a few people from those seventeen families were tempted, seeing this indeed as an opportunity.

After all, Su Yang was no match for the Su Family of Yanbei, and with Old Zhang publicly berating Su Yang, it was clear that he would not tolerate Su Yang in the future. Thus, with enemies like the Martial Champion, Su Yang’s prospects in the Capital City were dim.

Hence, under such circumstances, it would be best for them to distance themselves from Su Yang if given the chance.

However, even though they were tempted, they truly did not want to apologize. They were well aware that the apology demanded by Master Wang and others, in reality, meant a significant price for a chance to survive. And this price might be something they could not afford. Thus, they weighed the situation, considering whether it was worth it or not.

In these circumstances, Su Yang remained as unshakeable as Mount Tai. At dinner, he even drank a few more cups with Old Wang the Second, completely ignoring the external situation.

Zhao Hu Zi, following beside Su Yang, attempted several times to remind him, but ultimately gave up.

At nine o’clock in the evening, Zhao Hu Zi received distressing news passed from outside, with his expression darkening significantly.

"Master Su..." Zhao Hu Zi approached Su Yang and whispered, "I’ve just received news that nine out of those seventeen families have gone to Master Wang and the others!"

Su Yang looked unfazed and chuckled, "What price did they have to pay?"

"I don’t know!" Zhao Hu Zi shook his head, "But I assume it wasn’t a small one."

"Heh..." Su Yang chuckled, "Everyone has their own ambitions; this is quite normal."

Zhao Hu Zi looked concerned and pressed urgently, "Master Su, I fear this is just the beginning. The other eight families are also wavering, they... they’re probably also watching. If we don’t act now, these remaining eight families... might also defect..."