Chapter 1529

Cedric showed Justin no respect at all. Like a merciless grim reaper, his men stepped forward at his orders and pinned Justin down. The latter was terrified. "W-What are you doing! How dare you!" Cedric sneered. "Why wouldn't I dare?" Several onlookers tried to intervene. "Come on now; let's talk it out. There's no need for bloodshed." "That's right. Today's the day of gemstone hardness challenges, and a bloody fight would ruin all the good luck." "I don't believe in luck," Cedric replied, pulling a grim expression. A wealthy-looking lady off to the side reminded him. "You've got a kid with you, Mr. Greene. She'll have nightmares if she has to witness a bloody scene." Looking down at Luna, Cedric asked, "Are you scared?" She nodded. "Scared of blood." He clicked his tongue, then turned his icy gaze back on Justin. "And you're just a coward embarrassing yourself." "Coward? Look at all the junk she picked! Am I wrong?" "Wanna bet?" Cedric glared at him, narrowing his eyes. "B