Chapter 990: Accepting the Challenge

Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

Ye Wanwan hadn’t anticipated Ye Leng’an’s sudden request, causing her to pause. Despite her confidence in defeating Ye Leng’an, the thought of potential unforeseen circumstances made her hesitate. Was risking her cultivation worth it

She had toiled hard to reach her current position. If her cultivation were destroyed, what would her future hold? Forget about marrying into the Murong family; she might not even remain in the Ye family.

Observing Ye Wanwan’s hesitation, Ye Leng’an casually propped her chin and asked, “Ye Wanwan, still up for the challenge?”

Even though Ye Wanwan wanted to agree, she couldn’t because of Ye Leng’an’s request.

Unfazed by Ye Wanwan’s hesitation, Ye Leng’an maintained her composure, sporting a faint smile as if unaffected.

Caught in a dilemma, Ye Wanwan suddenly felt a chill, meeting her grandfather’s icy stare, sending shivers down her spine.

“Ye Leng’an, I accept your challenge,” Ye Wanwan declared, snapping out of her reverie and locking eyes with Ye Leng’an. “But what if you lose?”

Trapped without an escape route, she couldn’t afford to lose to Ye Leng’an, or she’d face dire consequences upon her return, unable to justify it to her grandfather.

The challenge against Ye Leng’an was inevitable. But if she risked destroying her cultivation, shouldn’t Ye Leng’an face consequences if she lost too? That would be fair.

“Oh, what penalty do you propose?” Ye Leng’an remained unfazed, meeting Ye Wanwan’s gaze before chuckling. “Remember, you’re the one challenging me now. It’s entirely my prerogative to accept or refuse.”

With this remark, everyone present felt speechless. Some found Ye Leng’an’s behavior shameless, having just insisted on destroying Ye Wanwan’s cultivation yet hesitating to accept the consequences herself.

Ye Wanwan nearly erupted at Ye Leng’an’s audacity but held back, casting a hostile glare at her instead.

Met with Ye Wanwan’s resentful stare, Ye Leng’an maintained an indifferent smile. “Take your time, but I’ll leave if you’re too slow.”

Unconcerned about Ye Wanwan’s thoughts, Ye Leng’an believed anyone aiming to undermine her should pay a price, otherwise, she’d have no peace.

Fuming at Ye Leng’an’s arrogance, Ye Wanwan had no choice but to play along. However, if Ye Leng’an thought she could manipulate her easily, she was mistaken.

If she had to pay a price, Ye Leng’an couldn’t escape unscathed either.

With resolve, Ye Wanwan looked at Ye Leng’an and proposed, “Ye Leng’an, my condition is simple. If you lose, kneel and kowtow to me thrice. Fair enough? Compared to your demand, it’s minor. You won’t refuse, will you? Unless you were never serious about the challenge.”

As she spoke, she fixed her gaze on Ye Leng’an, awaiting her response.

In everyone’s eyes, this was Ye Wanwan’s significant concession. If Ye Leng’an refused, it would be utterly unreasonable, as everyone anticipated her decision.

Ye Leng’an smiled faintly, seemingly indifferent, hiding her true intentions.

However, unnoticed by the others, Huangfu Ruiling beside Ye Leng’an remained stoic, emanating a chilling aura. His gaze, fixed on Ye Wanwan, held a cold intensity, as though she were already dead.

Not only Ye Wanwan, but everyone awaited Ye Leng’an’s response. Yet, Ye Hongxuan and Lian Mengzhu secretly hoped she’d decline. In the current predicament, victory for either side would yield no true winner.

If Ye Leng’an won, Ye Wanwan would be rendered useless. If Ye Wanwan won, Ye Leng’an would suffer public humiliation. But they knew they couldn’t intervene, hoping Ye Leng’an would decline for the sake of all.

Under the scrutinizing gazes, Ye Leng’an smirked and nodded. “Fine, I accept your challenge.”

With her declaration, anticipation filled the air. It seemed everyone was witnessing a gripping drama, unsure of the outcome—a true clash between the true and fake young lady of the Ye family. Yet, only time would reveal the victor.

In everyone’s hearts, Ye Wanwan garnered favor. Fresh from her success in the Elite Competition, her strength was undeniable.

Since Ye Leng’an accepted the challenge, there was no time to waste. She swiftly ascended the stage, facing Ye Wanwan.

Glancing at Ye Leng’an, Ye Wanwan couldn’t help but feel a pang of envy. “Since you’ve agreed, let’s sign an agreement first. And one more thing. During the fight, anything could happen. We should sign a life-and-death contract to avoid misunderstandings later. Agreed?”

Even if she couldn’t defeat Ye Leng’an today, she wouldn’t let her leave unscathed. To prevent gossip, signing the contract was crucial.

Ye Leng’an smiled, nodding in agreement. “Sure.”