Cataclysm King

Chapter 399 I refuse your duel

General Lagon's eyes were like deep pools of water, and there was a sharp scrutiny hidden in his eyes as he looked at Ji Xun.

 Originally, I wanted to shock this “outsider” who appeared out of nowhere.

Unexpectedly, the man in front of him seemed completely unaffected by his own coercion.

Although I was puzzled, it disappeared for a moment.

Hearing Ji Xun's greeting, General Lagun quickly adjusted his expression, showed a smile that showed no trace of happiness or anger, and replied: "Young friend Ji Xun is quite a talented person. I have heard a little bit about your deeds, but when I saw you today, it was really different." Extraordinary."

 While speaking, the invisible pressure quietly subsided.

Ji Xun narrowed his eyes slightly when he heard this, with a smile similar to the old man's on his face: "The general has commended you."

But no one noticed, but at this moment, there was an imperceptible evil smile in his eyes, and he murmured in his heart: "This old guy has murderous intentions."

 Because he had been taught by Gong Wu for a long time, he has never relaxed in tempering his "yi".

This extraordinary ability, which is almost a "sixth sense", makes him very sensitive to hostility now.

 At the moment when they looked at each other, Ji Xun clearly noticed the murderous intention shown by General Lagon.

Probably not long after he advanced, the old man’s extraordinary power was still under perfect control, and this trace of murderous intent leaked out.

Although he tried his best to hide it, others probably couldn't see anything.

Ji Xun, who was targeted by it, clearly noticed it.

However, although Ji Xun was aware of it, he was not afraid at all.

 Instead, I was vaguely expecting something.

Are you really just used to being the "top powerhouse" in Donghuang and don't pay attention to others at all?

Not to mention that this Lagun is far inferior to the seventh level Gongwu who realizes the "divine power" by himself.

 Even compared to the seventh-level dragon-born card masters in the southern continent, they are far inferior.

This kind of enemy seems to be just right.

Ji Xun's mind suddenly went crazy.

 The boring dinner party finally had some fun.

Katrina on the side did not notice the secret exchange, but had long expected that this meeting would not be pleasant.

She would not let Ji Xun bear the pressure alone. She put her arm around Ji Xun skillfully and introduced several other elders of the Lion Heart family: "Ji Xun, this is the second grandfather, and this is the third uncle."

Ji Xun also perfectly played the role of a qualified male companion, meeting each other with courtesy.

They are all Catalina's elders, and he also gave her enough face.

As for the others, Ji Xun didn't bother to talk to them.

But he ignored him, and the other party would not turn a blind eye.

Young Master Mick stood aside, looking at Catalina's little daughter's affectionate look that had never been shown on her face, with a stiff smile on her face.

 The unwillingness and jealousy in my heart almost overflowed to the surface, but I could only swallow it hard.

Seeing that Ji Xun, his love rival, completely ignored him, he snorted and said with a smile: "Mr. Ji, I have long admired your name."

There was a hint of sarcasm in his tone.

 Obviously, for a high-ranking noble like him, it is already embarrassing to compare with common people.

 But Catalina chose this way.

Ji Xun listened to the other party's greeting and had already guessed the other party's identity, but he pretended not to know and smiled like a gentleman: "Oh? Who is your Excellency?"

 In the aristocratic circles of this world, courtship is a very common thing.

 There is no room for retreat on this matter.

Male gentlemen are like aggressive roosters, never hiding their love and competitiveness even in public.

This is not rude, but for the woman, it will be a great honor and face-saving thing for someone to fight for her.

But for Ji Xun, he had never noticed this young man Mick from beginning to end.

Katrina certainly knew what Ji Xun's indifferent smile meant.

Even though Mick is already a major general at such a young age, he can be considered a genius among the younger generation. But in front of Ji Xun, it really didn't count.

That smile was not sarcastic at all, but he didn't take it to heart at all.

Katrina tilted her head slightly towards Ji Xun's shoulder and introduced with a smile: "Ji Xun, this is cousin Mick."

"oh."

Ji Xun then looked astonished and said proactively: "Oh, Major General Mick, hello."

 The tone was very calm, completely unlike the other person who was struggling to smile despite his livid face.

 But to Mick, this smile was like the taunt of a victor.

Looking at Catalina's affectionate expression, she failed before she even started?

 After all, he is young, and Mick can’t hold back his anger. “You”

Catalina's mother, Mrs. Ingrid, saw that the atmosphere was not right and took the initiative to smooth things over. She smiled and said to Catalina: "You young people can communicate more. It's rare for Mick to come to the bunker, so you should treat him well." A guest."

After all, she is from her natal family, and she prefers to discuss the marriage plan in advance.

 After introducing the elders, Ji Xun's task for this dinner was almost over.

 After all, Catalina is the commander-in-chief of the Allied Forces and the helmsman of the Lionheart Family, so there are many procedures to go through.

The protagonist of this reception banquet is still General Lagon. As the commander of the Allied Forces, she also needs to give face and discuss some important military matters.

In Catalina's own words, although she doesn't like it, she can't do many things that are not conducive to unity.

After the introduction, Catalina was dragged by her mother to chat with various high-level family officials.

 It can be seen that everyone is not optimistic about this outsider.

This also made Ji Xun a loner once Catalina left, and no one had any friendship with him.

 He was happy to have some leisure time.

 It is said to be a banquet, and of course food is indispensable.

Although the living environment in this world is harsh, it is rich in food.

  There are many strange monsters and fruits and foods in the Old World.

 At this moment, a large amount of delicious food was piled on the table in the buffet dining area next to the banquet hall.

When Ji Xun came in just now, a certain greedy girl in her pocket couldn't hold it any longer.



 He just walked over.

Those who can attend the banquet are all high-level officials of the Allied Forces, most of whom were former federal nobles. Everyone is accustomed to these exquisite foods and has little interest in them.

 For them, the theme of the banquet is communication.

 In addition to drinking, few people actually sit down to eat.

 This is convenient for Ji Xun.

 She found a place to sit down on the twenty or thirty meter long dining table and started eating.

Not only did he eat it himself, but he also fed it to Ivan who was hiding under the dining table from time to time.

This little loli has spatial ability. She doesn't want to be discovered, so naturally it is difficult to be seen.

 “Wow, it’s so delicious~”

“Mr. Ji Xun, can I eat that?”

“Ji Xun, I want to eat that stuffed beef leg”

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At the dinner table, a certain greedy girl never had time to spare.

You must know that these are delicacies made by chefs from top aristocratic families, and the taste and ingredients are top-notch.

 So a strange scene happened.

The delicious food on the table mysteriously disappeared one by one, and the bottles of wine disappeared.

At first, others didn’t think much of it, but soon Ivan became so happy that he forgot about the rhythm, and there were more and more empty plates on the table.

Ji Xun didn’t stop him either.

This girl is mostly greedy when she stays with him.

 Of course, I’ll be satisfied if I can.

 But this exaggerated appetite made the maids in charge of serving dishes stunned.

 Fortunately, the kitchen is stocked with enough food. The plates are constantly being emptied and people are constantly replenishing them.

However, of course, Ji Xunlai can only take the blame for this big stomach king.

 But it doesn’t matter at all.

The commotion of eating and drinking quickly attracted the attention of some people in the banquet hall.

Only then did everyone realize that the friend brought by the Commander-in-Chief had an astonishing appetite.

Although it is normal for extraordinary people to eat large amounts of food, Ji Xun was the first to eat without regard for image in such a high-end occasion.

 It’s not that there’s much malice, I’m just curious.

 After all, Ji Xun gave everyone a very special impression from the moment he walked in.

 It’s not bad, but it’s special.

 At this moment, on the other side.

Mrs. Ingrid was talking to Catalina, and she frowned more and more when she saw Ji Xun's dishonest way of eating.

  After all, the class concept of the federal upper-class nobles towards the common people is engraved in their bones and it is difficult to change easily.

 She asked: "Little Carter, when did you and that man meet?"

 Catalina naturally saw Ji Xun eating and drinking, but she didn't feel bad, and instead smiled even brighter.

Hearing her mother's question, she responded: "It's been a long time. Well, it was in Sinless City."

　　In fact, I remember every time I met Catalina very clearly.

She thought the first time they met was during the gambling fight in Honglou.

 But when we chatted later, she heard Ji Xun say that the first time they met was at the gambling stall of the brotherhood. At that time, [Destiny Gold Coin] discovered a very special person.

 She then realized that it was the first time.

 “Innocent City?”

Mrs. Ingrid felt even worse when she heard the name of this place. A city full of criminals has nothing to do with aristocrats. "How do you know each other? Also, is that person a descendant of any family?"

Katrina certainly knows what this question means.

But in front of her mother, she will always be a little girl. She said truthfully: "We met by chance. Ji Xun is a very special person. He has saved my life many times. Mother, please remember my hero trial." I couldn't have survived that time. Because Ji Xun saved me, your precious daughter can stand here and speak now."

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Mrs. Ingrid's furrowed brows did not show any concern as she listened, and she said earnestly: "Favours are favors, and some things have to be separated. You are now the Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Forces, and you often have to take the overall situation into consideration."

 She knew that the information about Ji Xun was the same.

 That is a wanted criminal in Innocence City who may be the descendant of an exiled criminal.

The only thing I noticed is that this person seems to be closely related to a legendary master.

 Gong Wu, the number one martial artist in the Eastern Wasteland, Qin, the deputy leader of the revolutionary army, Thirteen Knights, etc.

 But you do need to pay attention beforehand.

 But now that the Alliance Army has reached the seventh level and has its current foundation, those masters of the Eastern Wilderness are not that important anymore.

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Katrina is very smart, she has actually seen through everything long ago.

 As we talk about it now, it’s actually because we have the overall situation in mind.

The superior is lonely. He can only make many decisions by himself, and he can only move forward alone.

After all, she was her mother. She patiently explained: "Mother, the reason why there are seventh-level experts in the Allied Forces so quickly, as well as the mechanical drawings and production lines we obtained through cooperation with the Song family, are all related to Ji Xun. . To be honest, your precious daughter not only owes him her life, but also owes him many favors that are still unpaid."

"But."

Mrs. Ingrid wanted to say something else.

After all, the marriage between her parents' family has been discussed. Catalina and Mick's marriage is in the best interest of the family and the best solution to stabilize the alliance.

She sighed slightly and said: "Little Carter, I know you have a good relationship with that young man. But many times, when you are born into a Lionheart family, you have to make choices for the sake of the family." "Yeah. I know."

Before she could finish speaking, Catalina looked at Ji Xun in the distance, with a layer of mist lingering in her crystal eyes. She interrupted her mother with a smile and continued: "Mother, you will find out later that my choice is It is in the best interest of the family. Otherwise, why do you think my grandfather would let me take over the position of head of the family instead of my father or several other uncles? "

"this"

 Mrs. Ingrid was speechless when she heard this.

 As a mother, she certainly knows her daughter.

 She heard the resounding certainty in those words just now, as well as the lion-like dominance passed down from her family.

Mrs. Ingrid also suddenly realized that the fact had already been decided. She did not say it because she wanted to talk about it, but because she respected herself as a mother.

After a pause, Catalina added: "Also, Mother, you all underestimate Ji Xun. Even though your precious daughter has some beauty and some background. But in that person's eyes, these are simply nothing. I won’t let him look at me too highly. It’s never because of anything else that he and I became friends. It’s just because we have similar temperaments.”

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Hearing this, Mrs. Ingrid swallowed all the words she had thought of before.

She finally realized at this moment that the girl in front of her was no longer the proud rose in full bloom in the garden.

  But a superior person who already has a mature mind.

　　Frowning and hesitating for a long time, Mrs. Ingrid already knew that nothing could be changed. She sighed and said, "Hey, you should handle it well."

Hearing her mother's compromise, Catalina's serious expression disappeared and she smiled playfully: "Yeah. Got it."

This reception banquet was originally held for General Lagon.

However, the appearance of an outsider added some surprises to the banquet.

Originally everyone thought that Catalina brought Ji Xun to the banquet to integrate her friend into the circle of the Allied high-level officials.

 After all, this is the custom of the aristocratic circle.

 If you want to gain power, you must first become familiar with the power field.

However, what people didn’t expect was that Catalina had no intention of introducing her at all.

Ji Xun himself is also working hard.

This also gave some people who originally planned to watch the fun no excuse to find trouble.

Katrina is not attracting attention now that she is the commander of the Allied Forces. Her beauty has been famous in the Federation since she was a child.

Major General Mick is not the only young talent who admires this lion-hearted lady. There are also many young people attending the banquet.

But Ji Xun just immersed himself in eating the whole time. Out of etiquette, others did not want to disturb him.

Even if it’s a duel, you still have to wait for someone to finish the meal.

 However, those people were disappointed.

Throughout the banquet, Ji Xun just sat at the dining table and ate, without getting up from the beginning to the end.

 In fact, he had already eaten.

However, Ivan's appetite was very good. He rarely had a full meal, so he ate as much as he wanted.

Ji Xun didn't want to talk to anyone else, so he just kept eating.

Moreover, he also noticed that except for a few people in the entire banquet hall, most of them were not malicious.

After all, he is Catalina's subordinate, and he doesn't intend to make the relationship too ugly.

In this way, all the procedures of a banquet were completed.

Katrina didn't let those chores disturb Ji Xun, so he ate at the dining table all night.

 The banquet is finally over.

 The senior leaders of the Alliance Army began to disperse.

Katrina came over immediately. The fluffy skirt of the dress made it difficult to sit down. She stood next to Ji Xun and asked, "Do you eat like this?"

Ji Xun smiled and said, "Very good."

Just as she was about to reach out, Catalina took the napkin that the maid held over her, wiped the corners of Ji Xun's mouth herself, and said with a smile: "Then next time I come, I'll treat you to dinner."

As she spoke, she glanced at Ivan, who was about to fall asleep after eating too much in Ji Xun's pocket, and smiled mysteriously.

Ji Xundao: "Okay."

As soon as he stood up, Catalina naturally took his arm.

 The two of them walked out towards the door just as they had come.

As she walked away, Catalina whispered: "I'm going to cause you trouble tonight."

 The entire banquet was spent looking for an outsider.

 To be honest, the eye-rolling this night was indeed not very pleasant.

If it were other guests with a thinner skin, I am afraid they would not have the nerve to stay any longer.

Ji Xun smiled indifferently and said, "Aren't you inviting me to dinner? It's not bad."

Katarina raised her eyebrows, as if she had been wronged on his behalf, and said, "That doesn't count. I said I would receive you personally. If you stay a few more days this time, I will make arrangements!"

Ji Xun Xiaoxiao didn't care about that at all. He was about to say a few words when he sensed something and muttered: "Trouble is coming."

Of course Catalina knew what the plot was. She blinked her crystal eyes smartly and said with a smile: "Yes. You didn't give them a chance just now, but now you have found them."

 When she spoke, she got closer, as if she was announcing something.

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Ji Xun glanced at her helplessly.

Catalina seemed very happy and said without hesitation: "In the aristocratic circle, it is a great honor for someone to duel for a girl."

As she said that, she did not forget to cheer him up with a smile: "Beat them!"

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Hearing this, Ji Xun couldn't laugh or cry.

This lion-hearted lady of the Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Forces seems to be less and less burdened by the cold and aloof person in front of him in front of him. He also finds the little daughter's attitude shown from time to time very interesting.

Before the two of them could say anything, several young officers in military uniforms came over.

The leader was none other than Major General Mick.

 Seeing the two of them leaving, of course they would not let go of this last opportunity.

　　After a few insignificant polite words, Mick finally revealed his purpose: "Brother Ji Xun, I heard that you are also a master of fighting? If you have time, can we compete?"

This "duel" in the aristocratic dinner repertoire was finally staged.

Although these young officers are arrogant, they are not stupid.

 They knew that Ji Xun was a frequent visitor on wanted notices, and his strength was certainly not weak.

 The one among the younger generation who can really stabilize the opponent is of course the fifth-level Mick.

 If you want to beat him, beat him the hardest!

Ji Xun didn’t know what his strength was in the eyes of these people.

But Katarina didn’t know that she had advanced to the sixth level before, and these people most likely didn’t know either.

Looking at the arrogant roosters in front of him who wanted to beat him, Ji Xun pondered for a moment and said expressionlessly: "Not interested."

As soon as these words came out, all the young officers were stunned for a moment, and then their faces were full of anger.

This guy actually refused to agree?

You know, if you don't care about a little face, even if you are not strong enough to be beaten, you will not refuse this kind of duel, right?

This is no longer a matter of dignity, but a matter of noble etiquette!

What they didn’t know was that Ji Xun didn’t think twice about rejecting the offer, but that he really wasn’t interested at all.

With the group of people in front of him together, he had no idea of ​​taking action.

Mick has been holding back his anger for a long time.

Hearing this, it was like a punch on cotton. He was filled with shame and anger: "You"

 Refuse to discuss, also means that the other party has humiliated you!

When Catalina next to her heard this, her eyes were a little surprised: He refused?

 The original plan was to use any means to scare these arrogant geniuses.

 But in an instant, she guessed that Ji Xun had a deeper meaning.

Catalina didn't say anything. She still hugged Ji Xun intimately and said with a smile: "Cousin Mick, Ji Xun just came to the base today and hasn't had a good rest yet. If something really happens, we'll talk about it another day when we have time." Bar."

 She helped to speak, and it was natural for others to have nothing to say, both in public and private matters.

Kak's face was livid, and he could only snort coldly, say "coward" and leave angrily.

 The smell of gunpowder smoke dissipated immediately.

  But what turns it into is that many people don’t understand it.

 Watching the person leave, Catalina asked curiously: "What, not interested?"

Her tone was not accusatory at all, but curious. What's more, no matter what Ji Xun chooses, she will support him unconditionally.

 She originally thought that Ji Xun felt that the other party was not strong enough and was not interested.

 Unexpectedly, I heard another answer.

"is a bit."

 Ji Xunru truth.

Katrina listened with a true expression on her face.

But then, another directional sound came from my ears: "That guy has murderous intentions."

Upon hearing this, Catalina's expression froze slightly, and then she realized what the problem was.

 The need for sound transmission means that there is still a follow-up to this matter.

However, looking at Ji Xun's expression that never changed, Catalina felt inexplicably at ease, as if she had experienced it together many times before, this guy already had a comprehensive idea.

This made her think about something else instead of thinking about business.

For example, I thought that the art of "directional sound transmission" was taught to him by myself.

 After pondering for a moment, Ji Xun asked: "Are you going to be in trouble?"

 The tacit understanding between the two does not need to be made clear at all. Catalina certainly knows what he means. This is going to kill people.

Thinking about it, she said calmly: "Yes, it's a little troublesome. But I will take care of it."

Ji Xun smiled slightly as he listened.

 There is not only one way to solve many problems.

He can think of it, and the Allied Commander, who is a qualified leader, can definitely think of it.

Katrina guessed Ji Xun's thoughts and was not surprised at all. Instead, she suggested: "Well. How about adding fuel to the fire?"

Ji Xun turned his head and glanced: "???"

 Catalina's eyes flashed slyly, and without explaining, she just said: "Let's go drink!"

As she spoke, she did not forget to add: "We made an appointment last time!"

Ji Xun didn't care: "Okay."

 The banquet hall where Katarina and Ji Xun walked out.

This play has officially come to an end.

Many elders who were watching the excitement from a distance were also a little surprised.

 “Those juniors didn’t fight? Hehe, that’s really interesting.”

“That young man’s magnanimity cannot be matched by this group of boys. If you ask me, if we really get into a fight, Mick may not be able to benefit from it.”

 “Old Morton, do you think so highly of that boy?”

“I forgot to tell you that fifty years ago, I was beaten by that boy’s teacher.”

"That's it? You know, Mick is a genuine fifth-level card master. According to the intelligence, that kid is at least fifth-level. How can he get benefits?"

"Haha, I'm not actually optimistic about that kid. I'm just optimistic about little Carter. Oh, no, I'm optimistic about the Commander-in-Chief. Do you really think that guy just found a shield to fool around with the marriage? That young man's bearing is... The most special thing I have ever seen.”

 “Just the attitude of burying your head in eating?”

 “Can you eat all night under the circumstances just now?”

"cannot."

 “That’s fine then.”

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 (End of this chapter)