The person who had arrived was Luo Wushuang.

Yun Fan dropped his playful demeanor, turning extremely solemn. “Brother Gu, he is very dangerous!”

Strands of murderous aura emanated from him. Though Luo Wushuang appeared humble, Yun Fan somehow felt even greater pressure from him than from Feng Xi.

As for Gu Han, what he felt was even deeper than Yun Fan’s. He instinctively felt that even if they fought on equal terms, his victory was uncertain. No one had ever made him feel this way before, and he had faced many opponents, including a saint’s reincarnation.

In the shadows, Yun Fan sneakily took out a jade talisman. Due to Feng Xi, no cultivators were stationed here, but that didn’t mean the defenses were weak. The moment he sent a message, experts would rush over from the imperial city in an instant.

Seemingly sensing Yun Fan’s intentions, Luo Wushuang smiled. “There’s no need to worry. I bear no ill will.”

Gu Han remained impassive. “You’re saying you aren’t here for revenge?”

He had destroyed the Qingyun Pavilion after all.

Luo Wushuang shook his head. “Of course not. They schemed and tried to kill you, so they had to be prepared to be killed by you. That’s only fair, isn’t it?”

Gu Han was somewhat surprised. “Well that’s unexpected, coming from you.”

Luo Wushuang smiled again. “It seems that you’ve heard quite a few rumors about me. Unfortunately, they don’t understand me.”

“You killed Yuan Gang, right?”

“Yes.”

“Wasn’t he your bitch? He seemed quite loyal to you.”

Luo Wushuang didn’t mind his sarcasm. “Junior Brother Yuan was not bad. It’s a pity he broke my rules. He didn’t seem to be lucky either.”

Gu Han sneered. “Seems like you don’t really care about those people.”

“They’re just a failed experiment.”

Gu Han gave him a deep look. “You really are a madman.”

Luo Wushuang didn’t seem to care. “Mad or obsessed, it doesn’t matter. Junior Brother Yang died for you, and you ended up like this because of Junior Brother Yang. Such loyalty and righteousness truly makes me see you in a new light—”

Gu Han cut him off. “Is there anything else? I don’t have time to chat idly with you. If there’s nothing, please leave.”

Yun Fan clutched the jade talisman tightly. “My sister isn’t here! You’ve come to the wrong place. If you want to find her, you have to go to the border!”

“You’re wrong.” Luo Wushuang pointed at Gu Han. “Today, I came for him.”

Yun Fan and Zhao Mengyou were stunned. Looking for Gu Han? And not here to seek revenge? But why?

Luo Wushuang looked at Gu Han, his smile gradually fading.

“I want to verify something—hmm?” He glanced into the distance, then smiled again. “What a coincidence. Another guest has arrived.”

A moment later, Fatty landed within the courtyard, radiating brilliant golden light. A deep pit opened up on the originally clean and tidy ground.

He seemed a bit embarrassed. “Sorry about that. Couldn’t control myself.”

Gu Han was silent for a moment, then broke into a smile. “You fat bastard.”

“I’m exhausted!”

“How did you end up here?”

“I’ve been searching the whole world for you! If I didn’t know a few people, I would’ve thought you’d disappeared!” he chattered incessantly while emerging from the dust. Looking Gu Han up and down a few times, he sighed. “Got into another life-or-death fight?”

“Mhm.”

“Not much time left?”

“Mhm.”

“And you can still be this calm?”

“I’m used to it.”

Fatty wanted to curse loudly, but thinking about the things he’d heard from Murong Yuan, all the swear words turned into just one sigh.

“I’m sorry, I came too late.”

“You’re not.” Gu Han pointed at Luo Wushuang. “In fact, you came just in time.”

“Who’s this...” Fatty glanced at Luo Wushuang. Instantly, he went from nonchalant to dead serious, a cold sweat breaking out on his back. He gulped. “Another enemy of yours?”

“No idea. Why? You scared?”

Fatty bristled. “Scared my ass! You know me better than anyone! Is there anyone in this world I’m afraid of? Ahem... May I ask, sir, what is your name?”

Gu Han replied as calm as still water, “His name is Luo Wushuang. He’s a madman.”

Fatty felt even more uneasy. “Isn’t this the imperial city? Aren’t you that princess’ junior brother? You’re in this state, yet she hasn’t sent anyone to protect you! I’m not trying to stir up trouble, but this senior sister of yours isn’t doing her job properly—”

Yun Fan couldn’t stand it anymore and raised the jade talisman. “Nonsense! With one command from me, experts will come killing over!”

“Is that so? Then never mind!" Fatty’s beady eyes lit up. He straightened his back, heroic spirit surging, and laughed loudly. “You there, Luo guy, I am Fu Yulin from the Central Continent. Gu Han is my friend. Do me a favor and, if you know what’s good for you, leave quickly. Otherwise... heh heh, if I make a move, you’ll be in for a world of pain.”

Yun Fan and Zhao Mengyou were speechless. They felt that using the word “shameless” to describe this mysterious fatty seemed appropriate.

Luo Wushuang shook his head, maintaining his gentle tone. “Please don’t get the wrong idea. I really mean no harm to Gu Han. I simply came to play a game with him.”

Fatty was stunned. “A game? What game?”

Luo Wushuang smiled and slowly extended his right hand. “Gu Han, try guessing how many essence crystals are in my hand. One or two?”

Fatty laughed scornfully. “That’s it? What kind of kid’s game is this? Even three-year-old mortals are too lazy to play tricks like this. You’re playing this with my friend? Outrageous, absolutely outrageous!”

Yun Fan and Zhao Mengyou were also baffled. He came to find Gu Han just to play this extremely childish game? This guy isn’t a madman, he’s just sick!

Only Gu Han understood what this game meant. “Guess you weren’t telling the truth about not seeking revenge.”

Luo Wushuang shook his head. “It’s not that. It has nothing to do with revenge. You should have heard that my rules are always like this. It’s not specifically targeting you.”

Gu Han laughed coldly. “Is that so? Using such a primitive trick?”

Luo Wushuang turned serious. “Though it may be primitive, it is very useful. It’s either one or two, simple as can be. From the mightiest expert down to a single ant, every living being in the world has a fifty percent chance of guessing correctly. The more primitive, the simpler and fairer it is.”

“What bullshit?! It’s just guessing a number!” Fatty was completely disdainful. He then glanced at Gu Han. “If you feel embarrassed, let me guess for you! That’s how loyal I am!”

However, one look at Luo Wushuang’s hand made him blink in awkward confusion. He couldn’t discern anything at all!

Fatty stroked his chin. “Forget it. I’ll just take a wild guess. Let’s get rid of him quickly.”

“If you guess wrong, you die,” said Gu Han.

“What?”

“His rule is, if you guess right, you live. Guess wrong, you die.”

Yun Fan and Fatty were shocked. They never imagined that such a seemingly simple and childish game could be so deadly!

Sweat broke out on Fatty’s head again. “Brother Luo, why must it come to this?! Can’t we just talk things out nicely?”

Secretly, he gestured to Yun Fan. Yun Fan immediately understood and, without hesitation, sent a message.

Luo Wushuang paid him no mind, just staring at Gu Han. “Gu Han, take a guess.”

Gu Han sighed. “Your way of killing is quite unique.”

Luo Wushuang shook his head. “You’re wrong. This isn’t killing. It’s giving them a chance. All beings, regardless of background, talent, or moral standing, deserve this one chance. Yang Ying guessed right, so he entered the Qingyun Pavilion. Yuan Gang guessed wrong, so he died. These are my rules.”

At that moment, a few figures in black landed in the courtyard, their aura tightly locked onto Luo Wushuang. Their auras were profound and even slightly murderous. Clearly veterans of many battles, ordinary opponents didn’t stand a chance against them.

Fatty felt confident again, puffing up once more. “Cocky! What kind of shitty rule is that? Who are you to give others fairness? Who do you think you are? I think you’re even more arrogant than the Great Dao!”

Luo Wushuang thought for a moment. “Strictly speaking, I am currently acting on behalf of heaven.”

Fatty was silent for a moment. “You really are sick in the head.”

Luo Wushuang, completely unconcerned by the hostility of the crowd, just looked at Gu Han. “That’s not important. I am very patient, but there’s a limit to it. Take a guess. Is it one or two?”

Gu Han considered. “It seems like you value your rules greatly?”

“Correct.”

“What a pity. Whether it’s one or two, guessing right or wrong, it’s all within the bounds of the rules you set. But I just don’t want to follow your rules. So...” He shook his head, glancing at Luo Wushuang’s right hand. “I think there isn’t a single essence crystal in your hand!”

If you want to set rules, then I will just break them! 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢

Gu Han’s thinking was just that simple.