Ling Xiao had originally intended to remain a bystander. In his eyes, most of these hidden families and sects weren't good people. Their very purpose and motive for coming to Penzes City were malicious. If he appeared weak and easy to bully, who knew how harsh they might become? If it weren't for Tiger, an expert at the Sword Emperor level, at his side, would they really be speaking to him so politely?
But this Gou You was truly going too far. Even if he was targeting Li Yan, this was ultimately Ling Xiao's territory. An attitude like that was tantamount to showing no respect for Ling Xiao, the host, whatsoever!
Before Ling Xiao could speak, Li Yan was already furious. Staring coldly at Gou You, he said, "You and I are of equal strength. Do you really think I'm afraid of you? Do you dare to fight me outside the city?"
Gou You seemed to have been waiting for just those words. "Why wouldn't I dare!" he replied readily, standing up and heading for the door.
