Chapter 1227: A Reputation Abroad

The beautiful woman's voice was indifferent; there was not the slightest bit of reverence or respect in her words for Nancheng Kong, the eldest son of the Clan Head.

Based on Wang Jianqiang's understanding of Nancheng Kong, in the face of such a situation, Nancheng Kong would inevitably have shrieked and clamored wildly, as if someone had stepped on his tail.

However, what surprised him was that, faced with the beautiful woman's blunt—and perhaps even insulting—words,

Nancheng Kong not only did not get angry, but instead seemed quite fearful of her, merely offering a sheepish smile.

Then, with an awkward expression, he said, "Aunt Yun, I have something to discuss with my sister; please make things convenient for us."

The beautiful woman frowned and shook her head. "No."

Nancheng Kong glanced at Wang Jianqiang and gave a dry laugh. "Boss, why don't we leave first? I'll help you notify my sister another day."

Hearing Nancheng Kong's words, the beautiful woman raised an eyebrow.

Boss?

The usually arrogant and domineering Nancheng Kong seemed quite fearful of this young man.

And...

Judging by Nancheng Kong's meaning, it was this young man who wanted to see the young lady?

Thinking of this, her brow immediately furrowed.

Given Nancheng Kong's character, there wasn't a single good person among those he hung out with.

Such a person was not worthy of coming into contact with Miss Yu'er.

She looked at Nancheng Kong, a flash of danger appearing in her eyes.

"Nancheng Kong, I recall I told you long ago not to bring those disreputable people to see Miss Yu'er, didn't I?"

Nangong Yu possessed powerful natural talent and was hailed as the greatest prodigy of the Nan Family since its founding.

The entire Nan Family valued her extremely highly.

To protect her, Nangong Yu's mother, the Nan Family Matriarch, had specifically assigned her to be by Nangong Yu's side to attend to her daily life and ensure her safety.

Nangong Yu not only had great talent, but her appearance was also peerless.

Countless male cultivators wanted to approach her, but they were all turned away by the Nan Family.

Some of those with decent connections would try to see Nangong Yu through Nancheng Kong, that playboy.

In the past, Nancheng Kong had often brought people to see Nangong Yu.

But she had turned them all away.

Moreover, every time, she would take the opportunity to give Nancheng Kong a stern lecture.

Later on, perhaps because Nancheng Kong feared her,

he had not committed such a mistake again; she had not expected that after not seeing him for a long time, this fellow's courage had grown again!

Sensing the dangerous look in the beautiful woman's eyes, Nancheng Kong's body trembled.

At the same time.

Wang Jianqiang's eyes narrowed slightly.

Disreputable?

This beautiful woman seemed to have some misunderstanding about him.

He was a righteous and upright person with a pure and sincere nature; this was something known throughout the entire Immortal Abandoned Land.

He felt it was necessary to correct the misunderstanding this beautiful woman before him had about him.

"This... sister, Wang considers his own character to be quite upright; is your assessment of Wang a bit inappropriate?"

Hearing Wang Jianqiang's words, Nancheng Kong's expression froze.

Upright character?

Did those four words have anything to do with Wang Jianqiang?

At the same time.

The beautiful woman looked at Wang Jianqiang indifferently. "Although I have never met you, I know Nancheng Kong's character; anyone who can hang out with him surely cannot have a good character either."

There was one more sentence she did not say aloud.

That was...

For someone to be able to make Nancheng Kong willingly call them 'Boss', their background alone would likely not be enough.

This person's character must be even worse than Nancheng Kong's!

Nancheng Kong's expression stiffened upon hearing the beautiful woman's words.

He opened his mouth but made no sound.

Because he felt Aunt Yun's deduction was extremely accurate.

Wang Jianqiang's character could not be described by a mere phrase like 'lacking character'.

He had no character at all!

"So that is what you think, sister."

"Brother Nan's character is indeed a bit... on ordinary days."

"It is understandable that you would think this way."

"But nothing is absolute; who says a playboy cannot make decent friends?"

Having said this, he shook his head. "Wang has also tried to use his own actions to influence him and lead him onto the right path."

"It is just a pity that the results have been minimal."

"However, I believe that through my unremitting efforts, Daoist Friend Nan will eventually turn over a new leaf."

Nancheng Kong looked at Wang Jianqiang in astonishment.

Wang Jianqiang's expression was extremely sincere; if he hadn't known Wang Jianqiang's character, even he would have almost believed it.

The beautiful woman sneered, "Well said; anyone can make up lies."

"Elder sister can verify it," Wang Jianqiang said, his tone remaining calm.

The beautiful woman shook her head, "I have no time, nor do I wish to waste energy on a meaningless person."

Upon hearing this, Wang Jianqiang did not show the slightest hint of anger.

A smile remained on his face as he cupped his fists toward the beautiful woman, "Let me introduce myself; my name is Wang Jianqiang, from the Gentleman Alliance of the Tianhuo Domain."

When Wang Jianqiang first began to speak, the beautiful woman frowned.

She did not want to know who the other party was; she only wanted the other party to get lost immediately.

But then.

When the name "Wang Jianqiang" reached her ears, her expression suddenly froze.

"Wang Jianqiang of the Tianhuo Domain's Gentleman Alliance?"

"Are you the number one prodigy of the Immortal Abandoned Land, the legendary student of the Great Wilderness Immortal Palace, Wang Jianqiang?"

Wang Jianqiang smiled slightly, "I wouldn't dare call myself the number one prodigy; it is only because all you Daoist Friends think highly of me that such things are spread."

Although Wang Jianqiang did not respond directly, such words were no different from a direct admission.

The beautiful woman looked Wang Jianqiang over carefully, and her eyes suddenly lit up.

Before this, she had never seen Wang Jianqiang in person.

Everything she knew about Wang Jianqiang was only heard through rumors.

She had heard of every major feat Wang Jianqiang had accomplished.

She had always deeply admired and worshipped this peerless prodigy who had achieved so many shocking deeds at such a young age.

It was precisely because of this that she had used various channels to find a portrait of Wang Jianqiang.

She hadn't thought in that direction before, but at this moment, as Wang Jianqiang took the initiative to reveal his identity.

She began to subconsciously compare the appearance of the young man before her with the image in her memory.

Immediately, the two images gradually overlapped.

A look of surprise appeared on her face, "You, are you really Wang Jianqiang?"

Wang Jianqiang smiled, "Elder sister, Wang has never changed his name or surname throughout his life, and has never used a Disguise to pretend to be anyone else."

Upon hearing this, the beautiful woman shook her head, feeling a bit embarrassed, "N-no, you misunderstood, I wasn't doubting you."

"I was just a bit surprised."

"I didn't expect that a famous figure like you would actually appear before me."

As the beautiful woman spoke, her face flushed slightly.

Her face revealed undisguised admiration.

At this moment.

She seemed no longer to be an Integration Stage Perfection Cultivator, but an ordinary little fan of Wang Jianqiang.

Sensing the change in the other party's expression, Wang Jianqiang's heart stirred.

The smile on his face grew even richer, "Elder sister need not blame herself; it was Wang who overthought things."

Upon hearing this, the reverence on the beautiful woman's face deepened, "Daoist Friend Wang is truly as the rumors say."

"Oh? What do the rumors say about me?"

Wang Jianqiang raised an eyebrow and said with a chuckle.

The beautiful woman pondered for a moment and said three phrases, "Brave and fearless, great righteousness and great love, sincere and kind."

Upon hearing this, Wang Jianqiang smiled and shook his head, "That is too much praise; Wang cannot live up to such descriptions."

The beautiful woman shook her head, "No, Daoist Friend Wang dared to negotiate with numerous Great Vehicle experts Outside the Realm while at the Spirit Transformation realm; this is being brave and fearless."

"Daoist Friend disregarded your own safety to fight for a path of survival for the many living beings of my Immortal Abandoned Land; this is great righteousness and great love."

"As for sincerity and kindness, there is even less need for any doubt."

"Such descriptions are not only not exaggerated, they are even far from enough to describe the qualities of Daoist Friend."

"If Daoist Friend cannot live up to them, then no one else in this world can."