The Understated Dragon Lord
Chapter 398 Excuse

Chapter 398 Excuse

Beauty's changing expression did not escape Soldier's notice. To him, Beauty was an idol—untouchable and perfect. The idea that this country bumpkin might have taken liberties with her wasintolerable. Soldier was unable to accept that he had never had the chance to gain favor with her,yet Daniel, seemingly, had. The idea burned inside him—he had to make Daniel pay and suffer forit.

Soldier intensified his grip on Daniel’s hand determined to teach this fool a painful lesson. As heapplied even more force, hoping to crush Daniel's hand, he belatedly realized that it seemedunaffected by his power—it felt as hard as iron under his fingers. Beads of sweat formed onSoldier’s forehead and began to drip—yet Daniel remained at ease, watching him with an amusedsmile.

"Big guy, I thought you at least had some brute strength, even if your brain might be lacking. Butnow it seems you don’t even have the strength. No wonder you couldn't keep watch over a big cat!With your capabilities, how can you justify your high salary? Even giving you two thousand a monthseems too generous. After all, a splendid man like me only earns eighteen hundred a monthworking as Jessica's assistant!"

Though Daniel's hand was unharmed, he could sense Soldier’s malice. He wasn’t going to crushSoldier’s hand in retaliation, but teasing him seemed more than appropriate under thecircumstances.

Beauty was equally stunned. She knew Soldier's strength well, and now that his sweat was pouring,it was clear he was exerting his full effort. Yet this country bumpkin looked as casual and relaxed asone could be. She remained silent, watching with crossed arms. She was curious to see who wouldwin this test of power—Soldier or the unassuming country boy.

Eager to impress the lady of his affection, Soldier applied even more force, hoping to display hismight. But despite his all-out effort, Daniel continued to chuckle, showing no sign of distress ordiscomfort.

As Soldier’s grip weakened, Daniel asked playfully, "Big guy, is that really all you’ve got?"

"Country bumpkin, I was only joking with you, going easy on you," Soldier retorted, replaceing anexcuse for his failure to overpower Daniel. "If you think you're so strong, why don't you squeeze myhand? At most, your hand is just a bit stiffer, and you probably can't feel the pain. But really, youdon't have any strength either!"

Now that Soldier had justified his performance to himself with such an excuse, Daniel smirked, "Bigguy, are you sure you want me to do this? Be careful, or I might make you howl in pain and beg formercy!"

Although his words were said in jest, Daniel was partially serious. The possibility of demonstratinghis strength without truly harming Soldier might be educational for him.