Chu Hao was only a sixth-stage Qi Refining Realm cultivator, while Bai Wei was already a ninth-stage Qi Refining Realm cultivator. This was a disparity of three stages, making Chu Hao's chances of winning very small!
Furthermore, Chu Hao didn't need to do this. With Liu Jiya here, Bai Wei would have to know better and kneel to apologize to Chu Hao.
Even Liu Jiya thought this solution was the most reasonable.
"Young Master, if you feel dissatisfied, I can personally handle this. Why do you need to…"
"No need, I've already decided."
Chu Hao shook his head, refusing Liu Jiya's good intentions. She thought Chu Hao was having trouble because he was weaker than Bai Wei, but Chu Hao simply didn't see this as an issue.
Liu Jiya showed no dissatisfaction after being rejected. She recalled Chu Hao's sword-wielding posture and how he left without a trace, and she generally understood what kind of person he was.
"If that's the case, then everyone please step aside."
Before Liu Jiya could finish speaking, the surrounding onlookers instinctively retreated a few steps, leaving a large open space in the middle. And within that space, Chu Hao stood facing Bai Wei.
"I hope Chu Hao can win."
Ning Peng thought to himself, but honestly, he wasn't too confident that Chu Hao could win. After all, in a pure clash of strength, Chu Hao's cultivation realm differed quite significantly from Bai Wei's. So Ning Peng only hoped Chu Hao had some trump cards.
"Let me see, what qualifications do you have for Liu Jiya to value you so much?"
Liu Qian mumbled. Compared to her previous indifference towards Chu Hao, she was now brimming with curiosity about this mysterious youth.
"Your arms are clearly different from ordinary people's; your arm bones are thick and large, and your joints are sharp. So, your combat technique must focus entirely on your arms."
"Go all out. If you win, Liu Jiya will spare you, and I will not pursue you."
Chu Hao knew Bai Wei was afraid of Liu Jiya, so he made a direct declaration.
Chu Hao stood upright in place. Although his physique wasn't small, he was still considered small when standing before Bai Wei.
"Very good observation. My strength is indeed strongest in my arms. Since you've given me this opportunity, I won't hold back."
Bai Wei said coldly.
"I hope you can keep your promise. Don't resent me if you lose."
Chu Hao didn't respond, only spread his hand and made a provocative gesture towards Bai Wei.
The onlookers were all astonished. Clearly, Chu Hao was the weaker party, yet he acted as if he were the one in control of the game.
Where did Chu Hao get such confidence?
"This move of mine comes from a Peerless-grade Mortal-tier technique! I've cultivated it for five years and am now just one step away from mastery. If you can block it, consider me defeated!"
Bai Wei assumed a stance. His aura transformed, becoming more ferocious, radiating killing intent. Although Bai Wei was still human, at this moment, he was as fierce and powerful as a savage tiger.
The energy within Bai Wei circulated, concentrating in his arms, causing them to visibly swell. Veins popped up on his steel-like skin, emanating overwhelming power.
Furthermore, parts of his bones protruded like sharp thorns, emitting a blood-red aura.
Bai Wei's spine vibrated. He stomped his sole onto the ground, immediately cracking the sturdy stone tiles. Those nearby could even hear the roar of a monstrous beast emanating from within Bai Wei's body.
It could be said that although Bai Wei's recommendation to the Liu clan's guard detachment was thanks to his elder brother Bai Luo's connections, he himself must have possessed some talent to be successfully recommended. Now, Bai Wei seemed to have truly become a tiger, the lord of the forest!
And standing closest to Bai Wei was Chu Hao, who almost fully bore the pressure from Bai Wei's aura.
The air let out a sharp sound. Bai Wei lunged towards Chu Hao, the sharp thorns on his arms erupting with terrifying power, seemingly wanting to tear Chu Hao into many pieces.
A fierce tiger pounces on its prey; the focus is on three elements: speed, power, and precision!
Chu Hao was only a sixth-stage Qi Refining Realm cultivator. Even if his energy had tempered his tendons, skin, and bones, he still couldn't withstand a single blow from Bai Wei. It must be said that even if Bai Wei faced a block of iron, he could instantly tear it in half.
"Bai Wei now has the qualifications to become a member of the guard detachment. In this state, Bai Wei can even put up some resistance against an ordinary tenth-stage Qi Refining Realm cultivator. The person you value is sure to lose."
Liu Qian walked up to Liu Jiya and slowly spoke. If it were before, she might have felt Chu Hao had a chance of winning, but now there was no hope at all. Because Bai Wei was clearly not an ordinary ninth-stage Qi Refining Realm cultivator.
"Not necessarily."
Liu Jiya only replied briefly. It seemed that only she still placed her trust in Chu Hao.
Liu Qian frowned, about to say something more when the sharp sound of a sword being unsheathed echoed everywhere, cutting off her train of thought.
Chu Hao had only moved slightly; his figure had already vanished from the spot, without any warning.
That was the Peerless-grade Mortal-tier technique, 'Azure Wind Footwork'!
In a flash, he had moved behind Bai Wei. The sword blade swung up, his entire body pouring in power. He unleashed four consecutive strikes!
The four consecutive sword strikes were all 'Furious Wind Sword Art', both fast and powerful, with the might of a raging storm!
"How can this be?!"
Bloodstains appeared on Bai Wei's limbs, and an expression of disbelief appeared on his face. Just now, when he lunged towards Chu Hao, Chu Hao seemed to have predicted his attack, and in an instant, circled behind him to counterattack!