Chapter 174: Maintaining Long-Term Impure Relationships with Multiple Opposite-Sex Individuals

"Have you heard of me?"

Jia Ji couldn't hold it anymore, asking in surprise.

Not only was it hard to maintain composure, but he secretly enjoyed it.

Damn, the most benevolent, most virtuous, most supreme, most powerful, most mysterious, most wise, most terrifying, most formidable… are you talking about me?

Do I really have this much legend and reputation in the region? So much that people know me without even hearing my name?

It was normal for Hi En to detect he was from Beidou through this unique qi—after all, he had just been struck by it.

But his expression instantly turned to shock, he preempted Jia Ji's prepared line, and then faint traces of reverence and respect surfaced, as if he were about to raise a hand in a "salute."

Sorry, sir, I didn't recognize you just now. pg

He's been absent for so long—could the Nan Dou still be spreading legends of Jia Ji-sama?

Laao and Tuqi's excellence goes without saying, known to all, but Jia Ji…

He caused chaos among the Nan Dou Ten, forced the throne of Saosha, defeated the demon Budong who plagued all sects, made him repent on the planet Cimu, and defeated Bai Lu's boxing master Xiuwu, earning Long Quan's praise: "Even surpassing his elder brother…"

Each of these terrifying feats did not fade with time; instead, they grew louder, and Jia Ji, the elusive figure who had long gone unseen, added even more legendary sheen to these stories.

Of course, this was all Hi En 's own view—he had once been on good terms with Ken Shi Lang, who spoke of Jia Ji with worshipful admiration, exaggerating him as unparalleled in heaven and earth, a once-in-two-thousand-years genius, the object of his deepest longing, the reason he had strived so hard to surpass his elder brother and fight beside him.

Under Hi En 's constant exposure, he naturally formed a deep impression.

But he never expected the legendary Beidou Third Man to now have only one arm; his aura and strength matched his imagination, yet his personality… gave him a sense of disillusionment…

Jia Ji wore a look of helpless amusement—he had unexpectedly become popular in the boxing world.

And why did Hi En describe him like some rare mythical beast? What is this… the End-of-Century Beidou Third Man Legend?

Somehow, it felt oddly cool.

Since they were acquainted—even if only one-sidedly—Hi En no longer pretended or clung to his pride; his regret surged like a tide.

Not only had he lost a friend, but also the only chance he might ever have had for love; Hi En felt his life had always been defined by failure.

"Ken Shi Lang proved his strength—I… I have no right to see Youliya anymore…"

He said, utterly dejected.

Young Hi En 's boxing was far from ideal, and so was his mindset; the despicable KING was his future self, but now he was still a pure boy, unaware of what it meant to be shameless or relentless.

"Kid, snap out of it!"

With time pressing and the task urgent, Jia Ji immediately began using his rhetorical skill to exert an immeasurable positive influence on the teenager.

"Do you think Youliya would fall for someone who gives up so easily? I've heard that in the Eastern Country, there is an ancient, mysterious boxing art called 'Golden Snake Coiling Cling Hand,' created to embody relentless persistence—once it clings, escape becomes impossible…"

"What does that have to do with me?"

Hi En asked, confused.

"You fool! Ignorant brat—didn't Ken Shi Lang say it himself? Love has nothing to do with boxing technique—it's all about the heart! Without a heart that clings relentlessly and never retreats, how could you ever win Youliya's heart?"

Seeing Hi En 's skeptical expression, Jia Ji pointed his left index finger at his chest and said: "If beauty were only meant for the strong, why doesn't Youliya like me, but instead likes Ken Shi Lang—the weakest of our four brothers?"

"It… really does make sense…" Hi En muttered, his eyes regaining a spark.

Jia Ji patted his own chest confidently: "Trust me—you probably can't tell, but on the surface I appear upright and pure, yet behind closed doors, I've maintained long-term impure relationships with many beautiful girls."

Upright gentleman (huge lie)

Yet Hi En strangely felt he wasn't lying—he seemed utterly sincere, as if every word were true.

It was literally true—just omitting some key details.

But how could this be possible?

Even Hi En, upon first seeing Jia Ji, had been startled—the spiky, steel-like hair, the fierce eyes, the unhealed scars all over his body, the heavy aura of malevolence, and that terrifying severed arm…

If he were a martial artist, one might nod in respect and say he'd fought countless battles—but if Hi En were a beautiful girl, he'd be lucky not to wet himself, let alone have someone date him?

"Love is war, kid… work under me. Since you can't defeat Ken Shi Lang by strength, use charm to win Youliya! Knowing Ken Shi Lang as I do, once you steal Youliya away, he won't dare say a word."

Jia Ji had long held a plan—to capture everyone from the Nan Dou Six Holy Fists except Youliya, form the Nan Dou F5, the second greatest boxing troupe after the Yangge Star.

Whether for conquering the world, eliminating the high ranks of human nations or war fanatics, or later, during peacetime, debuting as a boy band—these handsome men, combining strength and looks, would be invaluable.

And as for Hi En, Jia Ji thought that after 199X, he could directly found a film company, promote him as the lead, and package him as the contemporary "Best Actor."

At that point, whether he fell for another girl or competed with Ken Shi Lang for Youliya, it would be infinitely better than today's outcome.

Hi En nodded vigorously.

Yes, yes, yes!

This guy is absolutely right!

Amazing!

He was finally understanding everything!

"Of course, your strength can't be too weak—if Ken Shi Lang treats you the way you're treating yourself now, it won't end well."

Seeing Hi En 's sudden enlightenment, Jia Ji exhaled in relief. He knew this blond boy was prone to going astray; luckily, with his guidance, he hadn't turned bad—and under the pressure, torment, and motivation of this love, he might, like the Northern Emperor, break free from his cocoon and become a supreme powerhouse.

And at that moment, an anomaly occurred.

Suddenly, a shadow swept over their heads from the treetops—a graceful, elegant figure entered Jia Ji and Hi En 's vision, rapidly growing larger before them.

Whoosh!!

The wind swept past, brushing by their sides.

Before either could turn around…

A strong, warm hand landed on each of their shoulders.

(End of Chapter)