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Chapter 304: If This Goes On, I Fear I Won't Be a Match for You, Young Friend.
Chapter 304: If This Goes On, I Fear I Won't Be a Match for You, Young Friend.
Luo Mountain Lord's expression turned solemn, no longer as casual as before.
He unleashed his full strength, having reached the Sixth Stage Profound.
After just two moves, Luo Mountain Lord realized Su Chen's extraordinary abilities.
The young man before him was the most challenging opponent he had encountered in decades.
The wooden spearhead he had been holding was now replaced by a new one.
A fine steel spear appeared in his hand, indicating his genuine seriousness.
Reaching the Sixth Stage Profound, one must possess some skills.
The long spear seemed to emit scorching flames, each move accompanied by overwhelming suppression.
Around the arena, Du Yan and Hui Yilian stood up unconsciously, their faces showing signs of shock.
They stared intently at the battle before them, their eyes fixed on the confrontation.
In their opinion, Su Chen was just a young stranger.
At most, he was at the initial stage of the Gate-Breaking Realm, but now, even a peak Heaven Sun Realm expert like Luo Mountain Lord was taking him seriously.
Not only them, but even Chen Yifang, who had been so arrogant before.
And his wife, Gui Ruixue.
The couple's faces turned even gloomier.
Su Chen's displayed strength had already reached the Grandmaster Level.
It was a level only the leaders of major sects and the top powerhouses of various imperial courts could attain.
Yet, these two had taken Su Chen's challenge qualification.
At this thought, Chen Yifang felt like cursing.
He wanted to curse at Du Yan for not understanding his own team members.
If he had recognized Su Chen's abilities, he wouldn't have approached him and involved him in this.
On the arena, facing Luo Mountain Lord's spear attacks, Su Chen unleashed the Serpent Bind Technique.
His peculiar movements and techniques startled even Luo Mountain Lord.
The piercing blade aura repeatedly found his weaknesses, causing this experienced warrior to break into a cold sweat.
The attacking longsword weaved through real and feint moves, even tempting him to strike.
After over ten exchanges, Luo Mountain Lord became hesitant to make a move.
He couldn't determine how to respond to Su Chen's techniques.
A Sixth Stage Profound expert facing an opponent weaker than himself was now hesitant to attack.
The Millennium Mountain Challenge's seventh level had been unchallenged for over a year.
Previously, when five people challenged him, Luo Mountain Lord easily handled it, and it was evident he had plenty of strength left.
But facing Su Chen, he seemed to be at a disadvantage.
Luo Mountain Lord seemed to need help.
The surrounding spectators had been quiet since Luo Mountain Lord's first move.
Earlier, the five who defeated the sixth level, Jing Qinglan and her team, were the most watched today.
But now, they had completely become background characters.
Su Chen appeared much younger than them, but his strength far surpassed theirs.
Beside them, one of Jing Qinglan's teammates couldn't help but complain.
"Senior Sister Jing shouldn't have scolded that Su Chen.
I don't think even Luo Mountain Lord can defeat him, and who knows if he holds grudges."
The others around also shared similar complaints.
They dared not provoke someone with such abilities, let alone a young person with such strength.
Who knew what kind of monster stood behind him.
Jing Qinglan also knew she was in the wrong, her face turning gloomy, but she couldn't find the words to refute.
In the center of the arena, Luo Mountain Lord was giving it his all.
He didn't have the ability to advance, and if he wanted to retreat, he was concerned about his reputation.
Previously, these Mountain Lords could generously say they allowed them to pass.
Facing five challengers, even at a disadvantage, such words wouldn't be too embarrassing.
But now, Luo Mountain Lord was the highest-ranking Mountain Lord of Millennium Mountain.
Su Chen was fighting him alone.
If he said something about allowing them to pass, it would only seem ridiculous.
It was evident to everyone that he was at a disadvantage, and talking about allowing them to pass was just a pretense for being forced into a corner.
During the fight, Su Chen had thoroughly assessed Luo Mountain Lord's strength.
Although he had reached the Sixth Stage Profound, his techniques were inadequate.
He also lacked understanding of advanced moves and didn't know how to respond to them.
The interweaving of real and feint moves left him completely unable to cope.
Moreover, the warriors in this region had inferior movements and techniques.
Not only did he struggle to keep up with the Serpent Bind Technique, but even the Cloud Stride would easily defeat him.
At the Sixth Stage Perfect, Su Chen was likely weaker than many young geniuses in Great Zhou.
Seeing the state of Luo Mountain Lord, Su Chen didn't want to prolong the fight.
In front of so many people, he didn't want to completely humiliate him either.
Moreover, he still had to visit the treasury of the Thousand Year Mountain.
Making things too tense wouldn't be appropriate.
He didn't hold any deep grudges against this Luo Mountain Lord.
With this in mind, Su Chen slightly relaxed his attacks, even when he spotted an opening, he didn't relentlessly pursue.
Luo Mountain Lord was perceptive enough to understand Su Chen's intention.
Su Chen was giving him a way out.
At his age, he had just spoken so arrogantly.
If he suffered a crushing defeat, it would truly be a loss of face.
After a few moves, Su Chen seized the opportunity to retreat.
"Senior, can we call it a draw?"
Su Chen cupped his hands towards Luo Mountain Lord, requesting a tie.
Su Chen's actions were quite refined and proper.
It seemed as if Luo Mountain Lord had truly suppressed him.
Ordinary people and those with insufficient martial prowess couldn't see through Su Chen's tricks.
Some with slightly better martial skills could sense something amiss but didn't dare to be certain.
Luo Mountain Lord's heart was filled with gratitude, thankful that Su Chen was giving him a way out.
Even with his full strength, he couldn't defeat Su Chen, and this was the best outcome for him.
"Your talent is exceptional, young friend. This old bone of mine is about to be shattered."
Luo Mountain Lord's tone had become much gentler.
He now addressed Su Chen as "young friend."
"If we continue, I fear I won't be a match for you.
This draw is a favor to me."
Luo Mountain Lord intentionally put himself in a humble position.
This move helped him regain some face.
He portrayed himself as a carefree and respectful senior.
Despite Su Chen's excellence, he didn't belittle or demean him.
"Thank you for your praise, senior. I've gained much from this exchange."
The two exchanged pleasantries and descended from the Central Arena.
A hush fell over the surroundings as the scene before them exceeded all expectations.
"Young friend, come and sit with me over there. There are still over ten matches left, and we can chat some more."
Su Chen accepted Luo Mountain Lord's invitation and headed towards the best viewing position.
Upon seeing this, the other Mountain Lords respectfully made way for them.
They offered their seats to the two.
Venerable Yang, who had been arrogant towards Su Chen earlier, now bowed and nodded in his presence.
His demeanor had changed significantly.
Immediately, someone came to serve tea nearby.
"Let the challenges continue, and we can watch together.
If the mood is right, I might offer a few comments."
Luo Mountain Lord treated Su Chen like a respected guest.
He was extremely courteous, treating him as an honored guest.
Du Yan and the others, reminded by Venerable Yang, slowly made their way to the Central Arena.
Among them was Bao Han and Chen Yifang, their expressions grim.
Su Chen's displayed strength was far beyond comparison with theirs.
He could even defeat their elders and sect seniors without issue.
Their previous belittling and underestimation now turned into embarrassment.
Especially Du Yan, who kept avoiding Su Chen's gaze.
"Senior Luo, these senior brothers' skills are quite impressive.
We came today to challenge the Fifth Layer.
Could I ask the Fifth Layer Mountain Lord to exert himself a little more, allowing these senior brothers to better showcase their abilities?"
Luo Mountain Lord, an old hand at this, could clearly hear Su Chen's intention.
Obviously, Su Chen was asking him to give these people a hard time.
Luo Mountain Lord turned to speak to a nearby Mountain Lord.
"Zhan Mountain Lord, please be a little more serious and show your true skills.
This team isn't weak, don't lose face for Anshan Kingdom."
Zhan Mountain Lord nodded and leaped onto the Arena.
Today, with Chen Yifang, they wouldn't be able to pass the Fifth Layer.
Luo Mountain Lord took the opportunity to quietly ask Su Chen some martial arts questions.
(End of Chapter)
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