The Invincible Mercenary King

Chapter 937

The man in his middle age fixed his gaze on Haylan, his expression bearing a cold stare accompanied by a smile that appeared friendly at first glance.

However, to Haylan, Jerome, and the others, that smile seemed as terrifying as a demon’s grin.

There was no doubt about the man’s ill intentions.

Who are you? Haylan inquired with a hint of caution in his voice.

Tm just an admirer, the man replied.

The middle–aged man flashed a twisted smile at Haylan. “Well, well, Mr. Jaber, let’s play a little game, shall we? I’m willing to bet that you won’t even come close to making it to the finals

“And here’s the deal, if I emerge victorious, you’ll owe me a little favor, like helping me eliminate someone.

“But if, by some miracle, you manage to win, you get the pleasure of removing my head.

“How’s that for a thrilling wager? Are you gutsy enough to put it all on the line?”

As his words escaped his lips, the middle–aged man continued to stare at Haylan, his eyes brimming with an unsettling aura of murderous intent.

The flickering in his gaze sent a bone–chilling chill coursing through Jerome and Jerry, freezing them in their tracks.

Despite the absence of overtly menacing vibes, the middle–aged man’s choice of words alone sent a wave of unease surging through Jerome and Jerry, their hairs practically standing on end. It felt as though they were in the presence of a god of death.

Haylan stared back at the middle–aged man, undeterred. “And why should I engage in a bet with you? Or rather, what gives you the audacity to challenge me to one?”

The middle–aged man seemed to anticipate Haylan’s response, chuckling softly as he ran his fingers over a raw stone displayed on Haylan’s stall. “Well, perhaps I can’t claim authority in other matters, but when it comes to stone detecting, I can outshine you any day!

“If you lack the courage to bet against me, it can only mean you’re afraid of what I’m capable of

Haylan’s voice remained remarkably composed as he retorted, “Nice try with the mind games, but you won’t get under my skin. Now, kindly show yourself out.”

The middle–aged man’s expression hardened, his gaze piercingly cold. “Let me make this clear one last time. If you don’t have the guts to bet with me, you’ll rue the day!”

Haylan’s resolve solidified, his unwavering attitude unyielding. “I won’t indulge in your foolish games. I’ve made my decision, and you can take your leave. End of story.”

Haylan couldn’t help but scoff at the audacity of the middle–aged man.

Who did this guy think he was?

He had no interest in being anyone’s doormat.

even receive a sliver of

aspirations and wouldn’t waste his time on such lowly

rejected him. His gaze turned even colder, emanating an

want to repeat myself.” Haylan stared into

firm

well, Haylan. You will face the

out to touch the stone in front of Haylan before abruptly turning away and

at the man’s retreating

clear that this person recognized Haylan and harbored a desire to challenge him through a bet.

would

he lost, he wouldn’t really lose

Chapter 937

introduce himself, yet he expected to use Haylan as a mere stepping stone to advance

This was ridiculous!

Jaber, thank goodness you didn’t fall for his bet,

is that?” Haylan was utterly

“Ah, my friend, a Geoist Master is

stones, which are like the ultimate gem nurseries. It’s like alchemy, turning worthless rocks into

masters aren’t just creators of gems, they’re destroyers

Geoist Master sets their eyes on a stone they fancy, there’s no stopping them. If anyone has the audacity to refuse, they unleash a wicked spell that transforms that raw stone, brimming

“Wait!”

as he urgently pointed out the stones that had fallen victim to the middle–aged

man left just now, his hand

man’s actions held

eyes narrowing with an

that

being touched by the middle–aged man, the gem raw stone became an ordinary stone

energy.

the middle–aged man’s wretched touch, that jewel now sat lifeless, stripped of its spiritual energy like

done!” Haylan

surge of anger ignited

grudge against that middle–aged man, but the audacity and shamelessness of his actions had caused

how did our precious raw

a deep, commanding voice, Haylan responded, “One of them has been

faces contorted in alarm upon hearing the revelation. “So, what’s the plan now?”

stones that had emeralds in them

stones having emeralds in them, and one of them was

behold, the voice of the host boomed across the venue, signaling the start of the second round. “Alright, folks, take your

10 short minutes, we shall unveil 10 raw stones. Let

crackled with anticipation as treasure appraisers, armed with

Huke fixed their gazes on the stones before them, their expressions were serious as