Miraculous Doctor in Flower City-Chapter 290

"Why aren't you speaking? Come up here."

Liu Sanming stood on the stage, his eyes cold!

The corner of his mouth curled up, full of disdain.

But Zhang Kunlun, who was below the stage, stood there with a face full of terror and fear, not daring to take on Liu Sanming in a fight.

He was merely at the entry-level Daoist realm.

At most, slightly stronger than Cang Nan, with superior martial arts skills.

But how could he contend with Liu Sanming, who had already harnessed True Qi?

Unless he truly wanted to die!

Luckily, in the next moment, under everyone's gaze, Xue Yao spoke up.

"Sanming, give me some face, my junior brother offended you just now, I'll apologize on his behalf, let's turn the page on this matter."

At this moment, Xue Yao looked at Liu Sanming, lacking the former sense of superiority.

Instead, she felt a deep sense of dread!

For until today, she was merely at the Dao Venerable realm, having cleared the major and minor meridians.

Compared to Liu Sanming, she was now far behind.

Faced with the current situation, what could Xue Yao do?

She couldn't possibly send Zhang Kunlun up to die, nor could she replace him, sending herself to death.

Of course, Liu Sanming wouldn't kill her, but if she were to lose, the Hu City Daoist Association would lose face.

That was something she dared not risk.

The people around couldn't help but look at Xue Yao; she had spoken at the opening ceremony earlier.

So most knew her identity.

Seeing her pleading to Liu Sanming with such humble attitude, everyone had a renewed sense of awe towards Liu Sanming!

"Alright, since Xue Yao has spoken, I won't stoop to his level, I won't fuss with an outsider over this."

Liu Sanming nodded, laughing heartily!

Seemingly cheerful, yet his words smacked Xue Yao and Zhang Kunlun's faces.

For this time, he didn't address her as Miss Xue but directly by name.

And called Zhang Kunlun an outsider, a clear mark of disdain.

Still, even if Zhang Kunlun's eye twitched with anger, what could he do?

He could only let the matter rest, biting his lip and sitting down.

Xue Yao looked at Liu Sanming, with a mix of dread and a hint of coldness.

In her eyes, Liu Sanming was deliberately provoking her.

Yet she dared not stir further trouble now.

Because the balance of power had already shifted.

Having finished speaking, Liu Sanming gazed across the venue, daring anyone to challenge him!

No one dared to meet his gaze or to discuss him.

"I've heard the yearly Newcomer King gets a generous prize, now I ask, does anyone else dare to challenge me? If so, hurry up!"

"If not, I claim the prize."

His words echoed across the hall.

Who dared to challenge? Even Daoist Tianji and Cang Nan were defeated; unless the five strongest intervened, no one could rival Liu Sanming.

Fully two minutes passed, still no one stood up, Liu Sanming laughed heartily, cupping his fists in a slight bow to the crowd.

"Then thank you all for giving way, the Newcomer King title is mine!"

Having said this, he made no attempt to hide his joy, laughing as he walked off the stage.

The crowd watched his lack of decorum, somewhat complacent demeanor; even if it seemed vulgar, who dared speak up?

Under the watch of all, he quickly returned to his previous seat.

Yun Lan saw him sit down, scared stiff, forced to squeeze out a fawning smile.

"Sanming... Brother Sanming, you're amazing, I admire you so much."

"Oh? Don't persuade me to become your master and apprentice, why not you be my apprentice instead."

Liu Sanming chuckled.

"Oh, this..."

Yun Lan was taken aback immediately.

She couldn't deny she was somewhat tempted.

At this moment, Liu Sanming was young, with immeasurable future potential, and still a single man.

If she became his apprentice, her future would be promising.

If she became his lover or wife, the benefits would be even greater.

Comparatively, it seemed far more prosperous than following the You Valley Fairy.

Among her master's three disciples, she was the youngest, doing everything but gaining little benefit.

"Think it over carefully, no need to rush your answer, if you agree, I'll talk to Fairy."

Liu Sanming chuckled.

Without any hidden intentions of poaching.

After speaking, he looked over at Chen Xiaomei beside him.

Chen Xiaomei trembled with shock and nerves!

Remembering her previous aloofness towards Liu Sanming, her heart raced uncontrollably.

"Why are you sweating? Were you worried about me just now? Rest assured, your brother is very capable, he won't come to harm."

Liu Sanming chuckled.

"...Yes, Brother Sanming is really, really amazing..."

Chen Xiaomei said, embarrassed yet excited.

Seeing Liu Sanming didn't hold a grudge against her, she relaxed a lot.

But after Liu Sanming spoke, he looked up at the stage.

Host Hao Ming had returned to the stage.

He hadn't expected a match meant to last the afternoon to end in under half an hour.

Despite the short time, it was extremely thrilling.

As a result, when Hao Ming took the stage, his voice carried a tremble.

He quickly steadied the scene, first instructing the Divine Origin Association and manor staff to promptly send Daoist Tianji and Cang Nan to the hospital.

Then said a few savvy words to ease the tension.

Finally, announced Liu Sanming's identity as the Newcomer King, along with the ten million prize.

Sparse applause began.

And gradually, the applause grew overwhelming, whether willing or not, Liu Sanming was acknowledged as the Newcomer King.

Now possessing the strength to challenge the five strongest.

As for his true power level, no one knew.

Liu Sanming sat with fists cupped, looking around with pride, making no attempt to hide it.

Yun Lan and Chen Xiaomei's faces flushed with excitement.

Liu Sanming's ascent as Newcomer King meant sitting beside him, everyone assumed they were on good terms.

This was a profound honor.

Those who became Newcomer Kings in the past, aren't they all thriving now?

It was foreseeable Liu Sanming would soon experience a personal identity and status surge.

As for Wang Li, Liu Xiaocong, and Zhang Fu beside Chen Xiaomei, they were petrified, barely daring to breathe, heads nearly buried in their laps!

The three had continuously provoked Liu Sanming before, constantly mocking and crowding him out. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

As if courting death...

Luckily, Liu Sanming hadn't retaliated against them so far, not even glancing their way.

Clearly, he had no interest in bothering.

Following protocol, after several prominent figures delivered speeches, the competition came to an end.

Yet the events transpired lingered in everyone's minds!

After today, around Sea City's vicinity, whether in the Cultivation Realm or commercial, martial arts sectors.

Liu Sanming's name was like thunder!

Seeing people dispersing away, sneaking weary glances his way, Liu Sanming laughed and walked out.

At this moment, his reputation was established, no longer fearing the Lin Family.

The so-called Daoist Assembly held no value for him anymore.

His preceding half-month effort was all for today, leveraging the assembly to forge his personal brand.

Now that it's done, why stay?

"You two, keep exploring, I'm leaving first."

Liu Sanming said to Yun Lan and Chen Xiaomei.

"What? Brother Sanming, you're leaving? Not staying a while longer? Traditionally, many influential figures may seek you out, aren't you interested?"

Yun Lan was surprised and reminded him.

"No interest, I just want to live comfortably, no desire to engage in mingling or conflict with these factions and families."

Liu Sanming smiled.

For him, remaining networking and socializing paled against meeting Zhao Xue and Zhao Jinxi.

Over a week since he last saw them, he longed profoundly.