Storm of Gods

Chapter 182 Discuss Countermeasures
Didia came and went in a grand procession, and the news of their duel added fuel to the fire in Anthony's case. The battle for the celebration of the Earth Mother Goddess was about to begin, and their duel was an opportunity for many qualified competitors. Lei Jue certainly had a greater chance of winning, but Simmons was indeed a good opponent who could bring out some of Didia's strengths.

There are roughly two types of psychic power usage. One is the basic type, which mainly uses knightly combat skills and requires long-term, arduous training in combat techniques. The other type is the unorthodox type, also known as secret power. It does not require arduous training in basic skills, but rather focuses on how to ambush and attack people. Many cults are like this.

Of course, knights aren't fools. Besides focusing their energy on combat abilities, they also develop some tactics based on their own strengths. These tactics can often determine the outcome of a battle when it gets close, and they are all trump cards. Hidden powers are good at ambushing and taking things by surprise, but once the way they are used, the conditions and effects of their abilities are mastered, their lethality will be greatly reduced.

The duel between Didia and Simmons has attracted a lot of attention. It is unclear whether the duel will be public or private, but either way, it will require a respected notary. The remaining knights of Heldan are very interested.

Being able to witness it firsthand gives one a greater sense of confidence when facing them in the future.

The students of the Holy Zeal Academy were furious and wanted to beat Didia to death. This was absolutely outrageous. No matter what, Anthony's rape and murder were already a foregone conclusion. How could he still make false accusations? It was utterly shameless. Their anger had reached its peak.

However, Simmons and the others in the base weren't so angry. In fact, Little Red Roll, who had a fiery temper and didn't like to use her brain, found this duel too difficult.

Lei Jue Di Dia's strength is indeed among the top in Heldan, and this is not an empty reputation. Moreover, he awakened the power of thunder very early on, which is exactly what Simmons also wants to obtain.

We cannot afford to lose this duel.

Celia looked at Simmons. "He acted impulsively."

"I'm caught in a dilemma. Some things I can tolerate, but some things I can't. Didia is trying to sway public opinion in this way. Whether I accept or not, it will have the desired effect."

Hexbird News dared to report that it was clearly approved by the old man, and they even had quite solid case files. This had escalated into a family power struggle. The two of them didn't know why it was launched at this time. This would definitely implicate the George family, but as members of the family, they couldn't just shirk responsibility. They had to face it, and facing it meant testing their daily training.

"An army is raised for a thousand days to be used for one day." Simmons was not afraid; even if he died, it was his just deserts.

Celia understood Simmons's personality. "You're hoping Li Xin will have a plan, right?"

"I only have a 30% chance of winning." Simmons nodded. Of course, he also had his own tricks to save his life, but his opponent would have just as many.

Celia didn't know what to do. With only a few days left, could she really close the gap in strength?
“Perhaps we can work on the notary?” Celia said.

"Among the younger generation of Heldan, there aren't many people of that stature who are willing to help us." Simmons smiled wryly. The George family wasn't a big problem in its heyday, but now, who would be willing to step in and help?
Celia wanted to ask the princess for help, but that would be tantamount to saying Simmons was a coward, and her cousin's image would be ruined, and he would be removed from the list of potential husbands. This was not her plan, but if her cousin died, she would have nothing left.

Simmons patted Celia on the shoulder. "Don't overthink it. I might not lose either. Let's go back and see what Grandpa says!"

Simmons lost all interest in training and called a carriage to go to the Carp Dragon Inn. He figured he had nothing to lose and that saving face didn't matter at this point.

Li Xin was happily typing away on his typewriter. He was still in the throes of the moment, and his condition was surprisingly good. He typed away, humming and laughing, swaying his body and wiggling his hips as he drank coffee. Yes, he had bought coffee—Heldan's very distinctive earthenware coffee. The coffee grounds were placed in an iron bowl and swished around in a heated earthen pit until bubbles appeared, and a cup was ready in no time.

Li Xin had wanted to buy it several times, but 25 beans a cup was a bit extravagant. Now that he was considered well-off, he should change his stingy habits and treat himself better.

The taste was a bit hard to describe, too strong. I diluted it with water when I got back, and it was much easier to drink. Plus, one cup became two, what a bargain! I was really into writing when I heard a deep soprano voice outside, "Wow, my dear eagle-like young master Simmons, you've arrived! Were you looking for me?" Daenerys's enthusiasm was overwhelming.

Looking at Daenerys Targaryen, Simmons suddenly wondered, who would win if he and Didia fought?
"I'm looking for Li Xin."

"Young Master, come this way. Our great writer is working diligently on his work," Daenerys said with a smile. Hmph, in the Carp Dragon Inn, even a mouse can't fool him. She had also heard that this tale of gratitude and resentment was quite popular, even the lower classes could understand it, so it must be good. She was even planning to arrange a time for Dali to come to her room and read it to her.

"Mother Dragon, you go about your business, I know this place very well." Simmons was a little overwhelmed by the fervent enthusiasm.

"Alright, young master, just call me if you need anything, I'll be there in a minute." Then Daenerys shouted at the top of her lungs toward the kitchen dozens of meters away, "Mahjong, prepare a fruit platter, the esteemed young master Simmons has arrived, and he has no manners at all!"

It's truly a widely known fact that Simmons is the inn's guardian angel. As long as the young master comes to visit often, those petty scoundrels wouldn't dare to cause trouble. Recently, when Daenerys went to the council chamber to handle some business, she noticed that those people were smiling more often and were even secretly inquiring about her relationship with young master Simmons. Hmph, such a complicated relationship can't be explained in just a few words.

Simmons didn't care. When he got to Li Xin's room, Li Xin had already opened the door. Simmons smiled and said, "Brother Li, did I disturb you?"

“Mother Daenerys’s voice has completely extinguished my inspiration. You have to take responsibility and treat me to a good meal,” Li Xin said. “What’s wrong? You look like you’ve been boiled. Here, try my top-grade coffee.”

Simmons took the coffee and also felt a bit thirsty. After all, it involved life and death and honor, so it would be a lie to say he wasn't under pressure. He drank it down in one gulp. "Delicious, truly top-notch. I can treat you to a meal, but you'll have to be alive first."

Li Xin frowned. Damn it, who dared to mess with his sugar daddy? "What's going on?"

Simmons recounted how Didia had led his men into the Holy See Academy to challenge him to a duel.

"Given the circumstances, I had no choice but to accept the offer. If I hadn't, I would never have been able to face anyone again," Simmons said with a wry smile. "If I had been given more time, I might have had a real chance to fight back, but right now I'm not confident in facing the power of thunder."

In front of Li Xin, Simmons didn't put on any airs. In terms of basic skills, he was not afraid of his opponent at all. However, Didia was indeed not weak either. When the two sides were deadlocked, the power of thunder was a devastating blow that he couldn't withstand at all. Moreover, he heard that Didia had already awakened the power of thunder, and he didn't know to what extent he had mastered it.

Simmons was also a proud and arrogant young man, and his superpowers dealt him a heavy blow.

“Mother Dragon, put those things down. Young Master Simmons and I have something important to discuss. Don’t eavesdrop,” Li Xin said.

Dragon Mom walked in with a fawning smile. "Look at what you're saying, Young Master Xin. Our Carp Dragon Inn is all about following the rules. No, no, no. Anyone who dares to eavesdrop will have their legs broken, all of them! Haha, Young Master Simmons, please have a taste. It's all fresh fruit."

Simmons smiled. "Thank you, Daenerys."

Upon hearing this, Daenerys was overjoyed, her smile as wide as a lotus flower. She quickly went out, gently closing the door behind her, and then stomped downstairs. Li Xin glanced at her and saw Daenerys standing downstairs with her hands on her hips like a door god.

"Can the duel be canceled, for example, if I have diarrhea?" Li Xin asked.

(End of this chapter)