Chapter 105: Caught Off Guard

Zhang Yi stiffened his neck, looking like a dead pig that wasn't afraid of boiling water.

The Spotted Tiger was so angered by Zhang Yi's rogue attitude that he laughed: "I am here representing the Demon Saint Mansion! What else do you have to complain about?"

"I complain! By what right must we move in just because you want us to, and move out just because you tell us to? What do you take us for? Someone you can summon at will and dismiss whenever you please?"

The more Zhang Yi spoke, the more agitated he became; he was not a chess piece to be pushed around by others!

The Great Demon from the Demon Saint Mansion finally spoke, his voice low and cold: "The managers of the Demon Saint Mansion have said that your living here is against the rules, and it has already caused dissatisfaction among other Demon Beasts. You must move out. Otherwise, we will personally help you move!"

Zhang Yi was almost angered to the point of laughter; this Demon Saint Mansion was truly overbearing!

"Against the rules? What rules? Who set these rules? When I moved in, why didn't anyone tell me it was against the rules?"

"Now it's convenient, you want to kick us out after we've moved in. Your Demon Saint Mansion is truly fickle; your words are no better than a fart!"

The Great Demon of the Demon Saint Mansion's expression darkened, clearly enraged by Zhang Yi's words.

He stepped forward, his massive body bringing a powerful sense of oppression, and said in a deep voice: "Brat, keep your mouth clean! Don't think that just because you have a Lingfu from the Demon Saint Mansion to live in, you can do whatever you want! You are nothing but a tiny Wangri Bird, and you dare to challenge the authority of the Demon Saint Mansion?"

"Authority? I think you mean hegemony!"

Zhang Yi stared back at the Great Demon without fear, "Your Demon Saint Mansion just relies on its own great strength to bully the weak! Today I have truly seen it; what Demon Saint Mansion, it is nothing but a place that harbors filth!"

"You are courting death!"

The Great Demon roared, and his massive claw slammed fiercely toward Zhang Yi.

At the critical moment, Zhang Yi suddenly turned sideways, barely dodging the Great Demon's attack.

The strong wind brought by the Great Demon made his cheeks ache, and a few feathers drifted down.

"Damn it, he really attacked!"

Zhang Yi cursed inwardly; this Great Demon of the Demon Saint Mansion was too unreasonable! He attacked without warning and didn't give any face at all.

However, it was precisely because of this sudden attack that Zhang Yi sensed something was wrong.

Within the Demon Saint Mansion, these Great Demons would not easily attack Demon Beasts who came to participate in the trials, unless there were special circumstances.

But in Zhang Yi's view, this didn't count as a special circumstance yet. Isn't it just a Chu Ji Lingfu? Is it worth making such a big fuss?

His eyes rolled, and a bold guess suddenly popped into his mind.

"Wait!"

Zhang Yi shouted, pointing at that Great Demon, "You are not a Great Demon of the Demon Saint Mansion! Speak, who are you? How dare you impersonate a Great Demon of the Demon Saint Mansion?!"

As the words fell, the giant tiger's movements truly paused.

Then, a burst of wild laughter echoed in the courtyard.

"Hahaha! You really have some sharp eyes!"

Before the laughter had faded, the Great Demon's body actually began to change.

The original yellow and black fur gradually faded, replaced by crimson hair.

On his forehead, a flame-shaped mark even appeared.

Zhang Yi stared intently and was immediately dumbfounded. "Damn! It's actually a Red Flame Tiger!"

"Red Flame Tiger, you impersonated a Great Demon of the Demon Saint Mansion, what exactly are you trying to do?" Zhang Yi asked vigilantly.

The Red Flame Tiger licked his lips, his eyes full of mockery. "What am I doing? Naturally, I'm here to teach you a lesson! You brat have been too much in the limelight lately, stealing quite a bit of our thunder; I've long found you an eyesore!"

"Just because of this?"

Zhang Yi was somewhat incredulous; this Red Flame Tiger was too petty!

"Of course not only that!"

The Red Flame Tiger sneered, "You made me eat shit in public yesterday; I haven't settled that score with you yet."

As he spoke, the Red Flame Tiger pounced again, his speed faster than before and his power even greater.

Zhang Yi dared not be careless and hurriedly dodged.

Although the Red Flame Tiger's attacks were fierce, his moves were slightly crude, and Zhang Yi, relying on his agile footwork, was barely able to cope.

"Is that all the skill you have, and you dare to come challenge me?"

While dodging, Zhang Yi taunted him, trying to enrage the Red Flame Tiger so he would reveal a flaw.

"Brat, don't be too arrogant!"

The Red Flame Tiger was indeed enraged, his attacks becoming even more frantic; dust flew in the courtyard, and the trees swayed.

"Hahaha, with just this bit of skill, you're not even as good as the Spotted Tiger!"

Zhang Yi continued to taunt, his figure becoming even more agile, moving as freely as a loach amidst the Red Flame Tiger's attacks.

The more the Red Flame Tiger fought, the more alarmed he became; how could this brat's footwork be so bizarre?

Clearly his strength was inferior to his own, yet he could always dodge his attacks.

"Damn brat!"

The Red Flame Tiger roared and unleashed his ultimate move—Chiyan Zhua!

One could see the Red Flame Tiger's claws ignite with raging flames, carrying a scorching aura as they slammed fiercely toward Zhang Yi.

Zhang Yi's expression changed; the power of this Chiyan Zhua was not to be trifled with. He dared not take it head-on and hurriedly retreated.

Boom!

The Chiyan Zhua landed, and a huge charred claw print immediately appeared on the ground, while the surrounding trees were also scorched over a large area.

"Brat, let's see where you can hide now!"

The Red Flame Tiger laughed triumphantly, waving his burning claws again as he pounced toward Zhang Yi.

Zhang Yi cursed inwardly; the Red Flame Tiger's strength was indeed not to be underestimated, and he had to find a way to escape.

Just then, he caught a glimpse of the Spotted Tiger and his lackeys out of the corner of his eye.

A bold idea sprouted in his heart.

This Red Flame Tiger's strength was much stronger than he had imagined; fighting head-on definitely wouldn't work.

The Scarlet Flame Tiger is a Level 3 Great Divine Beast, while the Mottled Tiger is merely a Rank 9 Demon Beast; the gap in strength is vast.

Although he cannot beat the Scarlet Flame Tiger right now, finishing off a Mottled Tiger is surely easy, isn't it?

Besides, after fighting this Scarlet Flame Tiger for so long, his stomach is hungry too...

A plan came to Zhang Yi's mind, and a wicked smile curled at the corners of his mouth.

He deliberately feigned exhaustion, staggered back a few steps, and then shouted, "Scarlet Flame Tiger, you're impressive! I surrender! But... before I die, I want to eat something to line my stomach, how about it..."

He pointed at the Mottled Tiger with an "imploring" expression on his face.

The Scarlet Flame Tiger was stunned, then laughed out loud: "Kid, you're at death's door, and you still want to eat? Fine, I'm in a good mood today, so I'll grant your final wish!"

Zhang Yi secretly rejoiced; this Scarlet Flame Tiger really is a fool!

He pretended to be moved to tears and said, "Many thanks! Many thanks!"

As he spoke, he walked "weakly" toward the Mottled Tiger.

The next instant, Zhang Yi spread his wings and pounced toward the Mottled Tiger.

The Mottled Tiger never expected Zhang Yi to suddenly attack him, and he was so frightened he stood frozen on the spot; by the time he reacted and wanted to dodge, it was already too late.

Zhang Yi's massive body instantly pinned the Mottled Tiger to the ground, his sharp claws locking tightly onto his throat.

"You... what are you doing?!"

The Mottled Tiger widened his eyes in terror and asked with a trembling voice.

"What am I doing? Eating you, of course!"