Tian Fan continuously blocked Xiang Yufei’s Metal Fist and Wood Fist, leaving everyone in shock. This was an achievement that ordinary experts could never replicate.
Opposite him, Xiang Yufei remained silent. With a swing of his right fist, the sky turned a murky gray, resembling a violent sandstorm. The ferocious attack surged toward Tian Fan with the might of rivers and mountains, causing the central arena to tremble.
The golden “swast!ka” symbol appeared, radiating dazzling brilliance. Its majestic aura illuminated the sky, even casting a golden hue on the clouds above.
“Boom…”
A fierce collision erupted, scattering dust into the air. The power of the Earth Fist was overwhelming. For the first time, Tian Fan was forced to retreat, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth.
In a split second, Xiang Yufei pressed forward again, launching another strike. The surroundings were instantly enveloped in a dense mist.
At that moment, Xiang Yufei seemed to transform into a sea god, wielding the vast power of the ocean. Water waves, blades, and torrents roared deafeningly, nearly bursting everyone’s eardrums.
This was the power of the Five Element Fists: unparalleled and domineering. Yet, even such a formidable technique was not the true Five Element Technique.
It was said that the founder of the Fist Emperor Sect had only obtained a fragment of the Five Element Technique’s scripture, which led to the creation of the Five Element Fists. The legendary Five Element Technique was rumored to have the power to pluck stars, capture the moon, and obliterate heaven and earth—a might beyond imagination.
Tian Fan ascended into the sky, gazing at Xiang Yufei ahead. At this moment, he felt an unusual calmness. A golden glint flashed in his eyes as he began activating Desire Without Trace.
Xiang Yufei sensed danger and immediately withdrew his right fist. The water energy in the air recoiled, forming an impenetrable defensive barrier around him.
“Huh? What’s happening? Why did Xiang Yufei stop attacking?”
“Yeah, that punch would’ve landed. Why stop?”
The spectators were puzzled, but Sun Yueying and the others understood.
At that moment, Tian Fan must have unleashed an invisible attack that alarmed Xiang Yufei.
Especially Zi Ying, who constantly pestered Tian Fan to teach her Desire Without Trace.
High above, Tian Fan was astonished. Xiang Yufei’s strength and perception were extraordinary, a rarity indeed. This was the first time Desire Without Trace had failed.
Xiang Yufei was equally shocked. Moments ago, he had sensed a dangerous aura. Even though he hadn’t seen Tian Fan make a move, his intuition at such a level rarely erred. Without hesitation, he switched to defense. Almost instantly, his defensive barrier trembled violently under a mysterious force, with much of the water energy dissipating in an instant.
“You’re remarkable!”
“And you’re strong!”
The two exchanged words, one after the other.
After a brief, calm stare, Xiang Yufei attacked again, his personality cold and straightforward.
This time, he charged forward directly. His golden fist tore through space, clashing with Tian Fan’s silver fist.
Bang!
Bang!
Bang!
The two exchanged rapid blows, creating circular shockwaves in the sky that rippled outward. The sheer force of their fists, amplified by their physical power, left many in awe.
Bang!
In the final collision, both were forced back.
“As expected, you’re strong!” Xiang Yufei remarked.
Earlier, he had tested the strength of Tian Fan’s body. The result left him shaken. The Five Element Fists had rendered his fists as indestructible as refined iron, yet against Tian Fan’s body, there was still a faint numbness. This, even with his cultivation being a realm higher than Tian Fan’s.
Tian Fan was speechless. What a battle maniac!
“Prepare yourself. Next is the Fire Fist. I hope you can withstand it!”
Xiang Yufei’s voice was low and steady as his right fist slowly swung forward. Flames surged from it, igniting the entire sky. The blinding firelight threatened to incinerate everything.
Even Li Yunhua, observing from afar, was astonished. The fire power he had once displayed was like a candle compared to the blazing torch of Xiang Yufei’s Fire Fist—utterly incomparable.
Tian Fan frowned deeply. This punch was immensely powerful, cutting off all his escape routes. There was no option but to confront it head-on.
“Five Elements Seal the Heavens!”
Without hesitation, Tian Fan unleashed his move. A faint silver diagram rose above his head, expanding a thousandfold in an instant. Positioned before him, it rotated slowly, exuding a sacred aura.
The silver Five Elements Seal collided with the raging Fire Fist, producing a deafening roar. However, it couldn’t withstand the ferocity of the flames. The sky was consumed by fire, which transformed into a crimson phoenix. With a piercing cry, it shattered the silver formation and surged toward Tian Fan with overwhelming force.
Boom!
Golden light erupted from Tian Fan’s body, forming a protective barrier. He raised both arms to block but was sent flying, coughing up blood. His clothes were nearly burned away, exposing his pale upper body.
“This guy takes good care of himself!”
“Ow!”
“Ah, Sister Ying, you hit me again! You’re going to make me dumb!”
Zi Ying pouted adorably, her jade-like face full of grievance.
“Brother won’t get hurt, right?”
Little Yiyi was anxious, her eyes red and brimming with tears.
“Don’t worry, Yiyi. Your brother will be fine. He’ll defeat that guy!” Sun Yueying reassured her with a gentle smile, patting her head. The little girl quickly stopped crying and smiled.
“Hey, old rascal, how about we place another bet for fun?”
In the square’s betting area, the Flying Sword Sect Master nudged Sun Shennan with his elbow, clearly scheming to win back his lost Gold.
Sun Shennan ignored him, focused on the fight ahead.
“Hey, old rascal, don’t tell me you’re scared to bet? Oh well, I won’t look down on you.”
Using reverse psychology, the Flying Sword Sect Master played on their long-standing friendship, knowing Sun Shennan’s temperament well.
“Who said I’m scared? What’s the bet?”
As expected, Sun Shennan turned his head and shouted.
“Well, small bets are entertaining; big bets are harmful. Let’s wager 2,000 pieces of Gold on Xiang Yufei’s victory!”
The Fist Emperor Sect Master twitched at the blatant contradiction. Two thousand pieces of Gold was a “small bet”? Moreover, Sun Shennan couldn’t possibly wager against someone from his own Great Sealing Sect. That would be a slap to his own face. Shameless!
“Who’s afraid? I’ll bet 2,000 Gold on Tian Fan winning!”
Predictably, Sun Shennan took the bait, staking everything on Tian Fan.
“Ha! As expected of the Great Sealing Sect Master—bold indeed!”
The Flying Sword Sect Master laughed heartily.
What defined shamelessness? The Flying Sword Sect Master was the epitome of it!
At the center of the arena, Tian Fan hovered mid-air, battered and breathing heavily. His torn clothes bore specks of blood.
Though gravely injured, his eyes remained calm. Only the deep furrow of his brows revealed the difficult choice he was weighing. Should he use that final technique—or not?
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