One figure was wild and unrestrained, his presence grand and heroic.

The other was fierce and grim, his presence as vast as the sea!

In the eyes of the crowd, Han Yuan and Shi Jian were undoubtedly the two strongest Inner Breath Martial Artists in Cangshui County.

Their battle would naturally be a clash of titans.

"Shi Jian."

"There are too many people here."

"Do you dare follow me into the Observatory’s square to settle this?"

Han Yuan said quietly.

"Why not?"

Shi Jian was highly skilled and unafraid.

Hearing Han Yuan’s words, he immediately agreed and followed him into the Observatory.

The two soon arrived at the Central Square.

The crowd of Demon Exterminators all made way, giving the two room to fight.

"Who do you think will win?"

A Demon Exterminator from the Bai Family spoke up.

"Shi Jian’s chances should be higher."

"I fought him a few days ago. His Fist Technique is terrifying, like he’s some Veteran Boxer who’s been training his whole life," a bruised and swollen Demon Exterminator said.

His name was Lu Zhi, the strongest Inner Breath Expert of the Lu Family.

"Hmm... Han Yuan is strong, but he hasn’t been in the Inner Breath Realm for long."

"Looks like this Overseas Dragon is about to be captured alive by Shi Jian."

The Demon Exterminator from the Bai Family let out a cold sneer.

Everyone knew about the grudge between the Bai Family and Han Yuan, so no one was surprised.

"Bai Tianchen, how about a bet?"

Huang Xian’Er suddenly said.

"Could it be that Miss Huang the Elder favors Han Yuan to win?"

Bai Tianchen narrowed his eyes.

"Of course."

"Han Yuan is one of our Demon Extermination Tribe, after all."

"I have no reason to support an outsider."

Huang Xian’Er said with a sardonic tone.

Her words were barbed, clearly a sarcastic dig at Bai Tianchen.

After all, there wasn’t a soul in the Observatory who didn’t know about the grudge between the Bai Family and Han Yuan.

But Huang Xian’Er wasn’t wrong.

Bai Tianchen said coldly, "Then how about we make a bet?"

Some things couldn’t be said out in the open, so this was the only way he could retaliate against Huang Xian’Er.

"A small, friendly wager, then."

"How about we play for two thousand Contribution Points?"

This was exactly what Huang Xian’Er had been waiting for.

Bai Tianchen’s expression darkened. He hadn’t expected Huang Xian’Er to play for such high stakes.

He couldn’t actually come up with two thousand Contribution Points at the moment.

But he would never admit that in front of so many people.

Otherwise, he could forget about ever showing his face in the Observatory again.

"Two thousand Contribution Points it is."

"I trust Miss Huang the Elder can afford it,"

Bai Tianchen said coldly.

"Don’t worry. I’m only worried you won’t be able to pay up."

Huang Xian’Er gave a half-smile.

Bai Tianchen sneered. "Don’t you worry. I can certainly afford a mere two thousand Contribution Points."

"But I don’t think you’ll be the one winning them."

Huang Xian’Er smiled. "We shall see."

Meanwhile, in the Central Square.

Han Yuan and Shi Jian exchanged no greetings. As if telepathically linked, they both attacked at the same time.

Shi Jian’s figure flashed. His fists, shimmering with purple lightning, came crashing down like thunderbolts.

With a low roar, Han Yuan lifted his right leg and kicked out violently!

BAM!

The instant fist and leg collided.

Han Yuan felt an electric current strike his leg, a faint numbness spreading through it.

Shi Jian, in turn, felt a wild, surging force assault him, and Han Yuan’s kick sent him stumbling back several steps.

In the next instant, a figure shot through the air, accompanied by the sharp whistle of wind as he unleashed a flurry of rapid kicks.

Seven Stars Shadowless Kick.

The kicks were so fast that all the spectators could see was a blur of afterimages.

But Shi Jian, worthy of his title as the top disciple of the Divine Fist Sect, quickly adjusted and threw a continuous barrage of punches.

BAM! BAM! BAM!

Fists and feet collided again and again, unleashing fierce gusts of wind.

They moved so quickly that the watching Demon Exterminators were completely dazzled.

"Electric Flash!"

Just then, Shi Jian seized the momentary opening as Han Yuan landed, his strength depleted. A fist wreathed in electricity shot instantly toward his abdomen.

A massive fist, like a giant mountain-breaking hammer, smashed out and collided violently with Shi Jian’s.

BOOM!!!

The flagstones exploded violently.

The two figures were thrown apart.

"Han Yuan... everyone says your Blade Technique is ferocious."

"I never expected your unarmed combat to be so formidable."

"You are truly worthy of the title Overseas Dragon."

Shi Jian gazed at Han Yuan, his face filled with awe and admiration.

"You’re not bad yourself."

"But I’m sure this isn’t all you have."

Han Yuan grinned.

"Of course... I’m about to go all out."

"I hope you won’t disappoint me,"

Shi Jian said in a low, serious voice.

"I won’t,"

Han Yuan smiled.

"Very good."

Shi Jian let out a low roar and activated his Inner Breath. His entire body began to flicker with purple electricity, and even his hair stood on end. His right hand formed a loose grip in front of him, while his left clenched into a fist.

"Thunder Dragon Claw!"

"The unique skill of the Divine Fist Sect! The Claw Technique is extremely powerful, capable of shredding iron and stone. Combined with Shi Jian’s own Thunderous Inner Breath, it’s truly terrifying," a Demon Exterminator exclaimed.

SHING!

At the same time, Han Yuan drew his Cold Blade. He gripped it with both hands and settled into a unique stance.

Shi Jian struck first. The muscles in his arm bulged as his entire right claw flickered with intense lightning, the sinews twisting menacingly as he slashed viciously toward Han Yuan’s face.

Han Yuan activated his Black Whale Sea-Covering Qi and slashed forward.

SWOOSH!

The very air seemed to have been sundered by his blade.

Eight Extremes·Shattering Wind Slash!

He intended to shatter Shi Jian’s arm with a single slash.

Shi Jian had no choice but to change direction, his right claw striking the Cold Blade.

BAM!

A burst of electricity exploded outward.

In the next instant, Shi Jian swung his left claw, aiming to tear into Han Yuan’s chest.

The move was incredibly stealthy, and it seemed as if Han Yuan hadn’t noticed.

CLANG!

A metallic ringing echoed.

Shi Jian felt as if he had struck a solid plate of iron; he had only managed to scratch Han Yuan’s skin.

THUD!

Han Yuan seized the opening, slamming forward with an Iron Mountain Lean that sent Shi Jian flying into the air. Then, the muscles in Han Yuan’s arms exploded with power.

Eight Extremes·Water-Splitting Slash!

The light of the blade rushed toward Shi Jian like a surging torrent.

Shi Jian’s gaze sharpened.

He possessed astonishing judgment. Daring to strike even while in mid-air, he punched the Cold Blade.

BAM!

Using the force of the impact, Shi Jian vaulted higher into the air. Like a thunder dragon extending its massive claw, he lunged viciously for Han Yuan’s head.

But just then, Han Yuan’s right leg shot up in a high kick.

Seven Stars·Kuixing Kick.

It landed squarely on Shi Jian’s chest.

THUD!

Shi Jian was sent flying back more than ten meters. He shattered the flagstones when he landed.

’So strong.’

Shi Jian coughed up blood as he struggled to his feet.

’This man’s explosive power and Qi Power are simply terrifying.’

’On top of that, he has a terrifying Horizontal Training Technique.’

’I originally thought I was the strongest in the Inner Breath Realm.’

’I never expected to meet someone even stronger!’

A sense of powerlessness washed over Shi Jian.

Of course, he wouldn’t admit defeat just yet.

Shi Jian wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, once again assumed the offensive stance of the Thunder Dragon Claw, and charged fiercely at Han Yuan.

"Bring it on!"

Han Yuan grinned and slashed out with his blade once more.

CLANG! CLANG! CLANG!

The two figures began a frenzied battle in the Observatory’s Central Square.

Arcs of electricity raged and the light of the blade whistled through the air.

「After more than a hundred moves.」

Han Yuan suddenly landed a Mountain-Breaking Hammer Fist squarely on Shi Jian’s chest.

BAM!

The punch flew out, carrying enough force to shatter mountains.

His opponent was sent flying a great distance, coughing up mouthfuls of blood. He struggled for a long while before finally getting to his feet.

"This time... I’ve lost."

Shi Jian stared at Han Yuan and said through gritted teeth.