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Chapter 89: Embarrassment
Chapter 89: Embarrassment
Even in the Seventh Stage Valley Embrace Initial Stage, there were differences in skill. The first move that Gu Wei executed startled Ouyang Chuan, who was sitting in the spectator stand, so much that he unconsciously stood up, as if he wanted to rush in to protect Su Chen.
Ouyang Chuan soon calmed down. If he were to rush in and protect Su Chen, the sect's plan to cultivate Su Chen with their resources would be completely ruined.
For now, he could only watch how Su Chen handled the situation.
At the very least, Su Chen should be able to last a few moves against Gu Wei.
He didn't need to win, but he couldn't afford to lose too badly.
Especially, he couldn't afford to lose within the first few moves.
However, Gu Wei's first sword seemed to give Su Chen no chance at all.
Although her cultivation was suppressed to the Seventh Stage Initial Rank, this sword move seemed like it would be her last.
The strength gap was evident, and this was the first move, but it would also be the last.
Gu Wei's expression was calm, as if everything was under her control.
Even in her eyes, this sword move wasn't intended to defeat Su Chen.
Instead, she was giving her younger brother, Gu Yu, a hint, hoping he would develop a strong and confident mindset.
With a lofty vision, a weak-willed heart, how could one reach the summit?
The sword tip approached, and in the flash of the slender sword, it had already arrived.
In the spectator stand, Ji Sheng seemed ready to say something to the others.
In an instant, Su Chen's figure flashed, dodging the attack.
Combining his Light Body Heavenly Destiny with the first layer of Cloud Walking Steps, his movement was incredibly exquisite.
At the same time, Su Chen's long saber appeared, slashing downward!
The saber's momentum was fierce, and with the support of his Sword Ling Heavenly Destiny, his attack was even more tricky.
Gu Wei probably didn't expect that not only would Su Chen dodge her sword, but he would also seize the opportunity to counterattack.
In that instant, her face showed a hint of surprise.
Her figure moved with the sword, and she also executed a movement technique to attack.
As the blades clashed, what was supposed to be a one-sided situation was somewhat unexpected to the onlookers.
Facing Gu Wei, not only did Su Chen not lose quickly, but he even started to fight back.
After ten moves, it seemed like they were evenly matched.
In the spectator stand, the onlookers stared at each other in disbelief.
The outcome was far different from what they had imagined.
Ji Sheng, who had been smiling and relaxed, started to frown slightly.
On the other side, Ouyang Chuan was also stunned for a while.
Before the match, Gu Wei had planned to finish Su Chen off within three moves, allowing her younger brother to witness it and develop a proud and confident mindset, looking down on the world.
But now, ten moves had passed.
Gu Wei's face showed a hint of embarrassment, but she knew that if she didn't defeat Su Chen soon, she would lose even more face.
Putting aside her previous contempt, Gu Wei became entirely serious at this moment.
She stepped forward, and her speed was over 30% faster than before.
Her figure appeared, and the sword tip arrived.
Although it was a thin blade, its oppressive might made even those in the spectator stand feel a chill.
Gu Wei thought that their previous exchange had already shown Su Chen's limits.
Now that she was serious, the outcome would be decided immediately.
However, this powerful sword move seemed to lose its might when clashing with Su Chen.
During this period, Su Chen had become more proficient in the Lin Family Saber Technique.
Gu Wei probably thought that her moves were powerful, and when the blades clashed, Su Chen's hand holding the saber would get injured.
But unexpectedly, she had fallen into Su Chen's trap.
In a series of moves, she had fallen into the trap Su Chen had set.
Any flaws were merely bait to lure her into attacking.
Not only did she fail to injure Su Chen, but she almost injured herself.
After creating some distance, Gu Wei couldn't help but pant heavily.
Her expression gradually became solemn.
Earlier, she had scolded Gu Yu for not being able to defeat Su Chen within three moves.
But now, after personally taking on the challenge, thirty moves had already passed.
At this moment, the training ground was eerily quiet.
This was a highly anticipated match.
The anticipation stemmed from its high level of discussion and interest.
Previously, many had claimed that Su Chen was the weakest champion of the Newcomer Martial Tournament.
Most people were watching this match out of curiosity and amusement.
However, Su Chen's performance was vastly different from what they had imagined.
Gu Wei's expression became even more awkward, as she had been taking the match increasingly seriously and had not held back.
Not only did she fail to defeat Su Chen, but she started to fall behind.
Thinking back to her initial words, she had said, "If you want to reach the top, you must first seek the top."
She had also said, "You lack the heart of a strong person."
Now, it seemed that Gu Wei indeed had the heart of a strong person, but she was not strong enough.
Whispers began to circulate among the onlookers, and they started discussing the situation.
These actions made Gu Wei feel even more uncomfortable.
The next moment, Gu Wei once again gripped her sword.
Facing the deceptive moves of the Lin Family Saber Technique, she became flustered and agitated.
The once haughty Gu Wei now appeared to have lost her composure.
Raising her sword, she lunged forward with another thrust.
However, this time, Gu Wei no longer adhered to her previous promise.
The power of a Seventh Rank Valley Embrace Initial Stage practitioner erupted, and she directly attacked Su Chen.
In an instant, it was clear that Gu Wei intended to injure him.
Unable to overcome Su Chen's strength and realm, she broke her promise and even attempted to launch a sneak attack.
Before Su Chen could defend or dodge, Gu Wei froze in her tracks.
Beside her, the Grand Elder Shangxuan, with his brows tightly furrowed, stood at her side.
"During the sect's mid-year examination, do you intend to take your fellow disciple's life?" he asked.
As he spoke, the Grand Elder Shangxuan waved his hand, and Gu Wei's body regained its strength.
She was startled, her face even more unsightly than before.
"Great Elder, I didn't know you were here," she said.
"When I'm not around, do you think you can treat other sect disciples this way? The demon didn't injure his fellow disciple, but you did?" the Grand Elder Shangxuan said, seemingly enraged.
Even though Gu Wei was Gu Feng's sister, he treated her with utmost severity.
"You will be confined to the sect for a month of reflection. Reflect on your mistakes.
With such malice towards your fellow disciples, will there be any other disciples willing to cooperate with you in the future?
Fortunately, there were no serious consequences, or else I would have given you a heavier punishment."
After saying these words, the Great Elder waved his hand, signaling for both Su Chen and Gu Wei to leave.
Su Chen descended calmly, while Gu Wei's face was filled with dismay, and her steps felt heavy.
The mid-year examination quickly concluded, and the Great Elder began to speak, summarizing the event.
However, in the training ground, most people's gazes were not directed at the Grand Elder Shangxuan.
Some looked at Su Chen, while others glanced at Gu Wei.
Everyone was observant and understood the situation clearly.
It was common knowledge that Gu Wei was about four years older than Su Chen, and she was also the sister of the renowned Gu Feng.
Although her strength didn't match Gu Feng's brilliance, she still lived up to the title of a genius.
A match that should have been a foregone conclusion ended in this unexpected manner.
Gu Wei had suppressed her strength to the Seventh Rank Initial Stage, but the realm she displayed still surpassed Su Chen's.
The might Su Chen displayed in his initial moves was only that of an Eighth Rank Perfect Realm practitioner.
Despite the significant gap, Gu Wei had still failed to overpower Su Chen.
(End of Chapter)
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