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.

person wouldn’t even receive a sliver of a chance to challenge

bigger aspirations and wouldn’t waste his time on such

even colder, emanating an unwavering intensity.

Haylan stared

was firm

warned, “Very well, Haylan. You will face the

he reached out to touch the stone in front of

retreating figure, choosing to disregard him.

person recognized Haylan and harbored a desire to challenge

he won, it would be a

he lost, he wouldn’t really lose anything.

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he hadn’t even bothered to introduce himself, yet he expected to use Haylan as

This was ridiculous!

his bet, Jerome chimed in. “That

the heck is that?”

“Ah, my friend, a Geoist Master

and transmute them into raw stones,

what? These masters aren’t just creators of gems,

on a stone they fancy, there’s no stopping them. If anyone has the audacity to refuse, they unleash a wicked spell that transforms

“Wait!”

he urgently pointed out the stones that had fallen victim to the middle–aged man’s touch. “Mr. Jaber, check it out!

now, his hand had touched this place.

suspected that the middle–aged man’s actions

downward, his eyes narrowing with an

the raw stones one that had

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

energy.

jewel now sat lifeless, stripped of its spiritual energy like a common pebble.

done!” Haylan thought.

surge of anger

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

precious raw stones

a deep, commanding voice, Haylan responded,

in alarm upon hearing the revelation.

that had emeralds in them was crucial

looked grim. They only had three precious raw stones having emeralds in them, and one of them was ruined, their chances of victory seemed utterly shattered.

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

we shall

air crackled with anticipation as treasure appraisers, armed with magnifying glasses, eagerly scoured the

the stones before them, their