Ji Rui wasn’t really that happy to see Bloodbeard. Even the Wolf King couldn’t do anything to Qianye, so what was a mere Bloodbeard going to do? He wouldn’t say that openly, of course. Instead, he respectfully welcomed the werewolf into the mansion.

Without even settling in, Bloodbeard suggested a spar with Ji Rui. The city lord was immediately stunned.

Werewolves were inherently battle-hungry, but there had to be a bottom line at the very least. Bloodbeard wasn’t just showing off his fighting power but also expressing his disdain for Ji Rui.

Finally, Ji Rui took the field grudgingly following the werewolf’s insistent requests.

Bloodbeard launched a torrent of attacks from the get-go, his crimson beard dancing wildly in the wind. Ji Rui, on the other hand, endured with great difficulty for ten minutes before admitting a close defeat.

Fortunately, the werewolf knew some propriety and didn’t quite unleash his full strength. Otherwise, what remained of the city lord’s manor wouldn’t last.

Bloodbeard seemed rather delighted after his victory. He patted Ji Rui’s shoulder with a laugh, saying, “City Lord, your...