"What?"

"How is that possible?"

"Ye Xiao actually clashed palms with Elder Zhao?"

At this moment, a general gasp erupted, and everyone was stunned, even Liu Shixun, who previously hadn't shown any concern.

Perhaps, at first, everyone thought that Ye Xiao would be instantly defeated by Zhao Guangyi. After all, one was Earth Rank, the other Xuan Rank. The gap between the two was massive. The fact that Ye Xiao could easily injure Liuyue with a mere gesture during his advancement to Earth Rank was the best proof. It's worth noting that, back then, Ye Xiao hadn't even used much of his power.

Or rather, not only the spectators but even Zhao Guangyi himself was utterly shocked. He never expected Ye Xiao to withstand his double palm strike. Moreover, Ye Xiao took the strike seriously and blocked it.

"It seems I underestimated you," Zhao Guangyi said coldly, looking at Ye Xiao before him.

Ye Xiao smiled slightly and said, "Senior, you must be joking. I think it's more likely that you're holding back for the sake of us juniors."

Hearing this, Zhao Guangyi felt a surge of energy in his heart. Ye Xiao was clearly provoking him. Zhao Guangyi wasn't foolish, nor was he someone who acted impulsively. He could sense that Ye Xiao's strength was not as it appeared. Even a master at the peak of Xuan Rank couldn't exchange palms with an Earth Rank master, no matter how much of a prodigy they were.

"You're not Xuan Rank!" Zhao Guangyi said coldly, looking at Ye Xiao. His voice was low, maybe only Ye Xiao could hear.

"Senior has sharp eyes." Ye Xiao exerted a little force, and instantly, the two of them who had been exchanging palms, both retreated.

Ye Xiao and Zhao Guangyi retreated simultaneously, just like two equally matched Martial Artists being repelled by each other's True Qi. However...

This was incredibly surprising to everyone because Zhao Guangyi's strength was well-known—an Earth Rank master. But Ye Xiao? Just a Xuan Rank master. Even if his Xuan Rank strength was maximized, so what? After all, it was still Xuan Rank.

But now, such a scene occurred between Ye Xiao and Zhao Guangyi.

Ye Xiao stepped back two or three steps, then steadied himself and looked at Zhao Guangyi with a smile. "Senior Zhao, how about we call it a truce? From now on, let's not interfere with each other."

If such words came from someone else, perhaps Zhao Guangyi might really give them some face and let it be. However, these words came from Ye Xiao, who was responsible for the Zhao family's downfall, leaving them without heirs.

Zhao Guangyi now understood that Ye Xiao's strength was equal to his, meaning Ye Xiao had reached Earth Rank. For Zhao Guangyi, this was extremely difficult because, no matter how one analyzed it, Ye Xiao was an unparalleled genius Martial Artist, the kind that appears once in a century. Such a person, if a friend, would be a great ally in the future. Unfortunately, it was destined that they could never be friends.

"Looking to beg for mercy? Don't you think it's a bit late for that now?" Zhao Guangyi said these words with gritted teeth, maintaining his stance.

Even Zhao Guangyi was starting to doubt if he could defeat Ye Xiao. After all, Ye Xiao showed no discomfort after exchanging palms with him.

Ye Xiao chuckled and said, "Seems that way indeed. But you should understand, if this stalemate continues, you might not gain anything. Moreover, your grandson is already in such a state, and surely, you don't want your two sons to meet the same fate, right."

"What did you say?" Zhao Sheng, already furious, glared at Ye Xiao and shouted, "Ye Xiao, can't you see the current situation? Today is your last day."

"Shut up!" Zhao Guangyi quietly reprimanded his son Zhao Sheng. Despite Zhao Sheng's displeasure, he dared not speak against his father's word.

However, this drew Liu Shixun's attention.

Coincidentally, at this time, Liu Wenjian approached with Fang Jing. The room seemed unchanged from before, except for a slight air of exhaustion, as if they hadn't rested well.

"Ye Xiao?" Fang Jing was surprised to see Ye Xiao standing at the center of attention.

Ye Xiao looked at Fang Jing and said with a smile, "Next time, don't disappear without saying a word."

While speaking, Ye Xiao took steps toward Fang Jing. Just as Fang Jing was about to speak with an apologetic face, she suddenly noticed an old man stealthily moving toward Ye Xiao's back, disappearing in a flash.

"Watch…" Fang Jing wanted to warn. But just after uttering one word, a massive explosion of energy was heard.

Puff!

Ye Xiao spewed a mouthful of blood and was thrown to the ground from Zhao Guangyi's surprise attack.

Everyone present was stunned. No one expected Zhao Guangyi would sneak attack Ye Xiao. Who could believe that an Earth Rank master would ambush a Xuan Rank master?

"Ye Xiao!" Fang Jing screamed as she saw Ye Xiao fall. She immediately wanted to rush toward him, but was stopped by two guards from the Liu family.

Ye Xiao used both hands to try to prop himself up, attempting to rise. But just then, Zhao Guangyi rushed to Ye Xiao's side in one swift move and stomped on his back, laughing heartily, "Ye Xiao, you tell me, will you die today or not."

Supporting himself with his elbows, Ye Xiao wiped the blood from his mouth and chuckled lightly, "It's pathetic for someone of your age to resort to sneak attacks. Aren't you afraid of becoming a laughing stock?"

"Ha ha!" Zhao Guangyi burst out laughing, looking at Ye Xiao, "You're right, it might be laughable, but today, you must die."

"You really do hate me," Ye Xiao chuckled, "But have you thought about what if I don't die today, what will you do?

Zhao Guangyi couldn't comprehend why Ye Xiao, even after being trampled underfoot, could speak so casually. Did he have some trump card?

"I will kill you now and see what else you have to boast about," Zhao Guangyi shouted menacingly at Ye Xiao.

Everyone present was even more astonished. They couldn't fathom why an Earth Rank master would get so thrilled about sneak-attacking a Xuan Rank master. It was incomprehensible to all.

However, just as Zhao Guangyi was about to make a move, a guard captain approached Liu Shixun and whispered a few words, changing Liu Shixun's expression immediately.

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