Chapter 24: Xiao Han Republic's Shamelessness

If I recall correctly, Dragon Nation's population is a full one billion.

Don't they just like to use threats to make us open our wallets?

Alright, then the next match's wager will be set at 100 billion Long Guo Currency!

I will make every Dragon Nation citizen pay for the Great Cold Republic's loss, to compensate us!

As soon as those words fell,

the little assistant beside him instantly flashed with golden, radiant excitement.

This move is decisive!

It not only can double the loss back,

but also provides a chance to harshly humiliate Dragon Nation!

"But, boss, if we do that, we must win the next match!"

A trace of worry flickered across the assistant's face.

Guan Enzheng let out a cold snort, brimming with confidence, "Lose? How could we possibly lose!"

"Although domestically we currently have no SS-grade Summoned Creature available,"

"don't forget, we still have a Quasi-SS-grade heavy hitter in our hands!"

"Having persisted this long, I reckon Dragon Nation's contestants have long been unable to summon any formidable creatures; the current Dragon Nation contestants are certainly no match for a Quasi-SS-grade Summoned Creature!"

On the other side, Dragon Nation,

inside the Summoning Creature Research Center.

Qin Meng had just hung up the phone when the information that forty billion had been credited spread out:

"Xiao Han Republic has already transferred the compensation funds; Jin Yongshun and the other, handle them according to legal procedure,"

Qin Meng instructed.

However,

even with a legal Judgment,

Jin Yongshun and the other are likely unable to escape the death penalty.

"Zhang Cheng, be extremely cautious in the next challenge; the opponent is Xiao Han Republic, and the specific Summoned Creature is still unknown,"

"But it is certain that this Summoned Creature is highly likely SS-grade; if not, it is undoubtedly Quasi-SS-grade,"

"Be very careful!" Qin Meng said with a solemn expression.

Zhang Cheng nodded, "Don't worry, I have it under control in my mind."

"By the way, Ju Hun Jiang let me tell you, a man died mysteriously in an abandoned mall, apparently caused by a Summoned Creature; Captain Qin, please investigate,"

"I feel this matter isn't simple,"

"Hmm, Captain Jiao had mentioned it before,"

For this, Qin Meng set up a dedicated investigation team; the truth may soon come to light.

……

On the Divine Ghost Killing Arena.

Five hours later,

Dragon Nation's Life-or-Death Duel, fourth round!

Xiao Han Republic vs. Dragon Nation!

Although the contestants from both sides have not yet appeared, the audience area between Xiao Han Republic and Dragon Nation is already thick with a strong smell of gunpowder.

The Xiao Han Republic citizens seemed to have learned from certain channels that,

Dragon Nation had detained their two summoned warriors who went traveling.

On the Dragon Nation side, news that Dachang City was attacked by the Xiao Han Republic had become a nationwide headline,

warning citizens to stay alert.

Xiao Han Republic spectators:

"Ah, damn, Dragon Nation is really over the line; knowing they can't beat us Xiao Han Republic on the Divine Ghost Killing Arena, they started scheming and even detained our warriors!"

"They were just traveling; what right do you have to imprison them?"

"Exactly, is this how Dragon Nation treats its guests?"

"Our people went to your place to travel, only to be detained, and I heard they even ended up in prison,"

"What authority do you have to do this?"

"Only we, the Xiao Han Republic, have the right to judge; what gives Dragon Nation the right to act this way?"

"Even if they truly committed crimes, it should be handled by us Xiao Han Republic!"

The source of this farce,

was after transferring thirty billion Long Guo Currency to Dragon Nation,

when Guan Enzheng immediately ordered his assistant to spread rumors,

claiming that when Jin Yongshun and Pu Xiangzhong traveled to Dragon Nation, the nation, fearing Xiao Han Republic's strength,

deliberately fabricated charges to imprison the two in Dragon Nation's jail.

Thus, the Xiao Han Republic people, already lacking national pride, quickly believed it.

Within a few hours, the internet was ablaze,

calling for Dragon Nation to release Jin Yongshun and Pu Xiangzhong, refusing to let Xiao Han Republic's dignity be tarnished.

It must be said that,

Guan Enzheng's move indeed had some effect.

But so what?

The truth, after all, is the truth.

All those who dare to invert right and wrong and slander Dragon Nation will ultimately face the fierce criticism of Dragon Nation's people.

Dragon Nation's spectators: "What the heck!"

"Are you people of Xiao Han Republic brain‑washed? Can't tell right from wrong!"

"You claim we envy your strength—pah! In a speck of land, I could drown you with a single stream of urine!"

"You attacked us with Summoned Creatures, and now you bite us back—how shameless!"

"People of Xiao Han Republic are like that, forever living in a world of self‑delusion."

"The weaker one is, the more they love to imagine themselves strong, because aside from fantasy they have nothing else to show."

Before the match began, the venue was already thick with the pungent smell of gunpowder.

At that moment,

the two contestants began to step onto the arena.

When Zhang Cheng appeared, the emotions of Dragon Nation's audience ignited instantly; they shouted for a victory over Xiao Han Republic, declaring Dragon Nation's certain win.

But the contestant sent by Xiao Han Republic was no ordinary foe.

A middle‑aged man with long hair and tangled beard, one hand in his pocket while the other casually picked his nose as he walked.

He looked scruffy.

Yet no one dared to mock him,

and no one looked down on him.

Since the Divine Ghost Killing Arena appeared,

he has taken part in ten battles, maintaining an astonishing record of eight wins and two draws, making him a truly fearsome figure.

His Summoned Creature is a Quasi‑SS‑grade—Busan Zombie!

The Busan Zombie originates from the world‑class apocalyptic film Busan,

the Summoner can summon hordes of zombies for a mass attack.

These zombies are abnormally strong and ruthless; they feel no pain, their bodies are as hard as iron, and they even possess their own intelligence.

Depending on their abilities, zombies are also clearly graded.

However, because Xiao Han Republic won the previous challenges, they received a special reward that enhances Summoned Creatures.

This upgraded the Busan Zombie from an S Rank creature to the threshold of Quasi‑SS‑grade.

"Jin Yuzhen! Hahaha, this match we Xiao Han Republic will definitely win!"

"With a Quasi‑SS‑grade Summoned Creature, what can Dragon Nation compare with us!"

"This is tantamount to sentencing Dragon Nation to death; hahaha, they've never faced something this powerful before!"

The audience of Xiao Han Republic boiled with excitement.

For them, this challenge is a certain victory for Xiao Han Republic!

Just as Jin Yuzhen took the stage,

a deafening proclamation rang out from Xiao Han Republic's side.

Guan Enzheng raised a bright red card:

"Xiao Han Republic, activate Double Card Application!"

Double Card?

The Mysterious Judge's gaze turned to Guan Enzheng, "What are you trying to add?"

Guan Enzheng slowly rose, turned to the audience of Xiao Han Republic and bowed deeply,

then faced the judge again, his eyes unwavering as he said:

"Our Xiao Han Republic's Jin Yongshun, Pu Xiangzhong,

plus one hundred billion Long Guo Currency!"

With those words,

the entire audience was shocked, each reacting differently.

Some spectators from other nations didn't know what it meant, but they marveled at Xiao Han Republic's addition!

One hundred billion Long Guo Currency is no small sum!

Know that Long Guo Currency now circulates worldwide; a single Long Guo Currency can cover a common family's daily food ration!

One could say that one hundred billion Long Guo Currency equals the annual fiscal revenue of many nations.

While other nations stared at the amount, Xiao Han Republic's audience focused more on Jin Yongshun and Pu Xiangzhong.

"Our Xiao Han Republic truly lives up to being a world power; for the sake of its people, it spares no expense using a priceless Double Card!"

"With the Double Card, winning this battle will bring Jin Yongshun and Pu Xiangzhong home!"

"They are our heroes; we should bring the heroes home!"

"Damn Dragon Nation, jealous of our strength, arbitrarily capturing our warriors; now is the time for you to pay!"

"Xiao Han Republic will rise; our Xiao Han Republic is the strongest nation!"

"..."

On the arena,

Zhang Cheng paid no heed to the surrounding clamor.

But his gaze grew ever colder.

Attacking Dragon Nation, and even framing it for rampant arrests.

Excellent.

Truly excellent.

They're all a bunch of ignorant fools!

At that moment, Qin Meng's voice came from the Bluetooth earpiece Zhang Cheng was wearing:

"Mr. Zhang Cheng, in this battle, no matter what means you use, you must secure victory!"

"This battle is of utmost importance!"