Chapter 59: Standoff Between Two Women, Luo Yu: Want to Hire Me to Make a Move? You'll Have to Pay More!_1

Dugu Yan fixed her gaze on the man at the door, noticing that his aura was not prominent, which immediately furrowed her brow.

"What kind of fella are you, do you have a death wish? Even daring to jest about Miss's affairs."

The shopkeeper behind the counter was sweating buckets.

This young man, did you not see how tense the atmosphere in my shop was?

There was no time to duck for cover.

You dared to get involved? Do you have a death wish?

Luo Yu scanned Dugu Yan's exotic and graceful figure up and down, shook his head, and sighed, "What a beauty you are, yet it's a pity that your words are so fierce; it ruins such a fine skin."

"Boom!"

Dugu Yan's Soul Power surged, her purple short hair fluttered, and her beautiful eyes locked onto Luo Yu.

"Kid, I warn you, if it's none of your business, keep your nose out of it. I don't like to harm the innocent, and you'd better not provoke me."

In the face of the woman's fierce threat, Luo Yu raised an eyebrow, a playful smile curling at the corner of his mouth.

"Tsk tsk, your affairs are none of my business either, why would I intervene? Just now, I indeed spoke out of turn."

"I'm just a bystander enjoying the show; you deal with your problem, just pretend I'm not here."

He crossed his arms over his chest and leaned against the door, making a welcoming gesture.

A picture of someone unrelated, waiting to watch a good show unfold.

Dugu Yan's fingernails shimmered with jade green light as she spoke in a low tone, "Kid, I feel like you're intentionally looking for trouble. If you're looking for a beating, I can oblige you right now."

Luo Yu just shook his head with a smile.

"Hmph!"

Dugu Yan thought the man had chickened out and snorted contemptuously, deciding not to bother with a nobody any longer, turning her gaze back to Ning Rongrong.

Her level 38 Soul Power was fully on display.

She pointed at the exquisitely crafted Fairy short skirt in the shopkeeper's hand, and spoke arrogantly, "Now, are you ready to give it to me? Don't worry, I won't rob you; I'll compensate you twice the price."

Ning Rongrong bit her red lips, remaining silent, and feeling a sense of suppressed injustice.

Having slipped away from her home alone, as a level 27 support-class Soul Master, she had absolutely no offensive capabilities; she was bound to suffer if a conflict arose here.

During her hesitation,

Dugu Yan had already walked up to the shopkeeper, proudly holding her swan-like neck high, sending a challenging glance at Ning Rongrong, like a proud peacock, and took the skirt in hand.

Then she took out two purses, slapped one on the counter for the shopkeeper, and tossed the other directly at Ning Rongrong's feet.

"There you go, fully compensated, not a penny less."

"You!" Ning Rongrong glared with her beautiful eyes, visibly shaking with anger.

"What, can't accept it?"

Dugu Yan, with the demeanor of a victor, raised the skirt she held in her hand.

Ning Rongrong, grinding her teeth and with eyes turning red, said, "Just you wait, I'll reclaim this debt sooner or later."

As the Little Princess of the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect, when had she ever suffered such humiliation?

The victorious Dugu Yan's smile faded upon hearing this as she squinted her eyes and spoke coldly, "Oh, you've got a big temper for someone with little skill?"

"What, thinking of getting revenge?"

"If that's what you mean, then it seems I have to teach you a lesson today."

"What are you going to do!" Ning Rongrong's pretty face changed as she took a half-step back.

With her Martial Soul being the best in the world for support but completely lacking in combat ability, she naturally couldn't stand against the other's Jade Phosphor Serpent Martial Soul.

"Scared now, are we? Only afraid once it's too late?" Dugu Yan's laughter was continuous as she moved her beautiful legs, inching closer to Ning Rongrong, exerting psychological pressure on her.

"I'm warning you, if you fight with me, you'll definitely regret it!" Ning Rongrong felt utterly unsafe at this moment.

"I'll regret it?" Dugu Yan sneered, "Judging by your attire and temperament, you seem to have some background too. But I don't care about those things. I have to teach you a lesson today, no matter what."

"Don't come any closer!"

"I am from the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect!"

Ning Rongrong exclaimed, retreating step by step.

Regret filled her; had she not run away on a whim, she would never have found herself being bullied like this.

Dugu Yan paused mid-step, her voice laced with surprise, "From the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect?"

"Right!" Ning Rongrong's eyes regained some calmness.

"That identity might work on others, but save it with me," Dugu Yan said with a frivolous laugh, "My grandfather is a Titled Douluo, and my fiancé is even the young chief of the Top Three Sects, the Blue Electric Overlord Dragon Clan. Why would I be afraid of you?"

Ning Rongrong's face instantly turned pale; even if the other's background was not as strong as hers, it wouldn't be much weaker. Could it really be that today, she would have to swallow this injustice?

She was unwilling and couldn't stomach this resentment.

Her gaze swept around and automatically ignored the shopkeeper cowering in the corner, focusing instead on Luo Yu, who was leaning against the doorway, looking completely at ease.

She bit her lip and called out, "Hey, you there, young man, come over and block this crazy woman for me, and I will pay you."

Luo Yu raised an eyebrow, "Payment? Sorry, but I don't lack money, nor am I used to being a hired thug."

Ning Rongrong's beautiful eyes faltered, not expecting him to refuse so flatly.

Dugu Yan laughed scornfully, "If you're scared, just say it; no need for so many excuses."

She looked at Ning Rongrong and said, "You really are seeking help in desperation. In the entire Soto City, who could be a match for any of us from the Imperial Fighting Team?"

"Relying on a passerby to help you?"

"How laughable."

"You think my strength is made of clay?"

"Do you see him daring to lift a hand against me!"

Seeing the woman's confident demeanor, Ning Rongrong clenched her small fists tightly, her eyes seemingly about to shoot flames.

She shouted to Luo Yu,

"Since you dared to make fun of her just now, you must have some strength, don't be afraid of her. My support-class Martial Soul is very powerful, I can definitely lend a hand if a real fight breaks out."

Dugu Yan let out a chuckle, "In a small place like Soto City, there are no impressive young experts, and that guy at the door looks as ordinary as they come—lost in a crowd."

"Even if you use the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda to assist him, what makes you think he dares to confront me with any other tricks you have up your sleeve?"

Ning Rongrong's expression soured; she actually agreed with Dugu Yan's words.

In a remote small city, what chance was there of finding a capable young Soul Master? Even with her assistance, this guy with his poor base likely wouldn't stand a chance against Dugu Yan and her companion.

She really was delusional to have thought otherwise a moment ago.

Just as Ning Rongrong was preparing to give up and swallow the bitter pill in defeat, the man's voice came through.

"It was you who wanted to hire me to make a move, right?"

"It's okay for me to step in and stop her, but—"

"My appearance fee is quite expensive."

"You'll have to pay extra!"

Ye Lingling, who had been watching silently without speaking, now began to scrutinize the man carefully and quietly.

Dugu Yan sneered with disdain, "Kid, a word of advice for you, don't hurt yourself over money, I won't show any mercy when I strike."

Ning Rongrong also looked doubtful, she surveyed the man up and down and really found nothing special about him, she couldn't help but question: "Can you... really handle it?"

Luo Yu's lips quirked in a slant, revealing a smile, "Don't worry, boss. As long as the money is right, I'll knock all enemies down."

"Arrogant! How ignorant must a bumpkin be, thinking he can take on my nearly level 38 power."

Dugu Yan berated furiously, truly disbelieving that young people in Soto City could be her match.

"Come over here," Ning Rongrong beckoned with a small hand.

She leaned close to Luo Yu's ear and whispered, "If you're around level 25 in cultivation, and the quality of your Martial Soul and Soul Ring isn't too poor, I can support you in fighting her."

"If you don't even have two Soul Rings, no amount of money will help us beat this woman, so we might as well give up."

After saying this, Ning Rongrong felt somewhat dejected.

In a small place like Soto City, could a random passerby really have cultivation above two Soul Rings?

It was hardly likely.

Luo Yu slowly extended his hand.

"What are you doing?" Ning Rongrong asked.

"Paying, of course!" Luo Yu said bluntly, "You pay, I do the job."

"Can you really do it?" skepticism flickered in Ning Rongrong's eyes.

"If you dawdle any more, I'll leave." Luo Yu stepped toward the exit.

"Wait!"

At this point, Ning Rongrong had no choice but to take a leap of faith and trust this guy.

She tossed the hefty money pouch to the man.

Luo Yu jingled the clinking money pouch, inwardly remarking that the Little Princess was indeed generous with her spending.

He turned to look at Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling.

"Tsk, the boss has paid."

"So, what now?"

"Will you go down by yourself, or do I need to make a move?"