Where Did His Confidence Come From?

Wang Jinchao said with a worried expression, "This is what you call an egg hitting a rock. Besides, the other side might not be aiming at the egg; what if they aim at the stick? It might all become nonsense."

Tai Gu rubbed his bald head and said seriously, "Actually, you can use the Retract Yang into the Abdomen to evade it. It's not hard to learn. If you can use your hip muscles flexibly, you can learn it in one night."

Si Ming also offered advice. "You don't need to 'Retract Yang into the Abdomen.' The Inward Eight-Step Leg Technique will also work. The important thing is to pull the penis backward and then use the thigh muscles to block in front. Telekinesis can't attack through mountains; it can only attack things that are visible to the eye. I remember there's a martial art called 'Void Annihilation' that starts with the inward-eight-step stance."

The conversation quickly went off-topic, with the boys soon discussing how many months it would take for a non- Spirit Transformation to recover if their testicles were blown out, and whether there would be any long-term effects that could lead to immortality.

Ke Chajing couldn't stand it any longer and said impatiently, "What's the point of discussing this now? We can't decide who the other side will send out. Anyway, when we run into them, we have to go all out and not hold back."

The boys responded listlessly, but Si Ming didn't take it to heart. If they were afraid of even this, wouldn't all those years of physical training have been for nothing? The humanoid Gundam wasn't just a name; hadn't you heard that another translation of Gundam is "Gundam"?

The next day, Si Ming and Murong Qing, as representatives of the Second Martial Arts Club, went to visit the "sisters" from the Glacier Martial Arts School, since they were both from the same state.

Both Song Caishuang and Song Xiaoshuang had regained consciousness. After learning about their injuries, they did not show any signs of dejection. On the contrary, Captain Liang Fan looked like a lost and listless person. He was scolded by Song Caishuang a few times before he cheered up again.

Soon after, the head of the national league also came to the hospital to offer his condolences and said that all medical expenses would be shared by them and the insurance company, and that the best medicines would be used, so there was no need to worry about the expenses.

This is actually quite reasonable. The National Martial Dao League is a major brand for the Su State's external publicity. From both a political and economic perspective, the country cannot allow scandals that damage its image. Besides, the medical expenses are a drop in the ocean compared to the competition revenue, and they can afford to pay that amount.

With this assurance, the atmosphere in the ward immediately became much more relaxed. For an ordinary person, it is indeed not certain that they can fully recover after severe burns, but for a martial arts master, as long as they receive proper treatment, it is not difficult to recover completely; it is just a matter of time.

"If your appearance doesn't recover... no, regardless of whether it does or not, please marry me!" Liang Fan confessed on the spot.

Unfortunately, the other party was not moved.

"Get out! Get as far away as you can! My brother is a man!"

Song Caishuang Liang Fan, who was proposing, flying with a single palm Air-Splitting Palm, and the truth she revealed shocked the onlookers.

Only Murong Qing wore a thoughtful expression. As she left the hospital, she warned Si Ming, "I don't care how many women you marry, but if you dare to have designs on my brother, don't even think about ever seeing me again."

Si Ming quickly swore an oath, proving that he was a straight man and that he had never asked to take the dry road. He added that he had never even heard of the saying "three flat ones are not as good as one round one."

Chapter 783 Where Does Confidence Come From?

"So, the semi-finals and finals will all be held in this huge pit?"

Si Ming stood on the edge of the cliff and looked down. At a depth of about two hundred meters, there was a huge circular arena below. According to the organizer's notice, the next two semi-finals and one final would be held on this nationally famous deep pit arena.

Murong Qing recalled, "It is said that this place was originally a quarry. It was located in the suburbs, so it wasn't a big deal. Later, the city expanded outwards and included the quarry. As a result, the large pit in the area looked very unsightly. However, filling it back in would be a huge project and would not bring any benefits. So, the planning bureau brainstormed and finally decided to build it into a martial arts arena."

The quarry is now unrecognizable. The pit has been transformed into a semi-cylindrical spectator stand, while the arena occupies about a third of the underground area. The remaining two-thirds are water, and opposite the arena is an artificial waterfall that plunges down thousands of feet, splashing water like pearls.

The pit walls are covered with giant carvings depicting scenes of martial arts battles. These are said to be exciting battles that took place on this arena, and they are depicted vividly and imposingly. Even if you're not here for a competition, it would be a sight to behold as a tourist attraction.

Such a project would take at least three or four years on Earth, and that's with China's infrastructure efficiency. In other countries, it would take at least ten years. But in the Sea Continent, with Spirit Transformation Grandmaster at the helm, a basic structure can be built in just one month.

Si Ming said regretfully, "I thought the finals would be held at a high place, like the top of a certain mountain, but I didn't expect them to be thrown underground. Although this place is a masterpiece, it still lacks a certain artistic conception."

Hu Jixian said, "If we put it high up, there won't be any room in the audience seating area."

Si Ming chuckled. This was indeed a very real problem. The reason why those novels set duels on the top of Mount Hua or the Forbidden City was partly to highlight their prestige and partly to drive away bystanders so as not to disturb the duels between masters. Their starting point was different from that of the Martial Dao League.

One is too highbrow and unpopular, the other Songs of the Rustic Folk and popular; they are destined to never be together. Therefore, the former must be too highbrow and lonely, while the latter must be down-to-earth and popular.

Murong Qing said, "The other two teams that made it to the final four yesterday also emerged. There were no upsets; as most people predicted, they were Heavenly Black and Earth Emperor University."

Si Ming, "It has nothing to do with us. According to the schedule, they will have to fight each other to eliminate one of them in the semi-finals."

Nie Wanzhi said indignantly, "But in previous years, these two teams have competed for the championship and runner-up, so there are bound to be rumors. There are already rumors that this year's runner-up got an advantage because the finals were held earlier. Some people are also complaining that the organizers don't know how to arrange the schedule. Don't these people know that the order of appearance is also determined by strength?"

Si Ming, "We can't shut other people up. Let them talk. As long as we win the championship, these idle people will have nothing to say."

Ke Chajing said, "It's about time. The audience has already started entering. Let's go down first."

Si Ming suddenly suggested, "It's too boring to keep going like this. Even experts make an appearance based on their presence. Those with a strong presence don't even need to lift a finger; they win the battle of intimidation just by their aura."

So how do you want to make your entrance?

"Of course... it's like the Eight Immortals crossing the sea, each relying on their Divine Ability."

While Ke Chajing was still pondering whether it was appropriate to do so, Chen Shimi couldn't wait to use his internal energy to ride his sword and step onto it, looking ready to go. The others also looked eager to try.

What young person doesn't like to show off? Besides, martial artists are competitive. Ke Chajing wasn't exactly the steady, composed type. Seeing this, she waved her hand and said, "Alright, then let's rely on our own abilities. But don't force it if you're not confident. Otherwise, it would be embarrassing to get injured and be laughed at for overestimating your abilities."

"I will go first."

Chen Shimi made a sword gesture, stepped on his flying sword and rushed diagonally downwards, causing a stir among the audience as he swept past them.

Everyone laughed and leaped into the air, each displaying their unique skills. Most used their lightness skills to tread on the air, counteracting gravity and slowly descending to the ground. However, there were a few exceptions. For example, Si Shuiyun turned around and transformed into a black shadow, flying out and landing in the blink of an eye, even faster than Chen Shimi, who had set off earlier. Tai Gu, who was not skilled in lightness skills, activated his Divine Arts, riding the clouds and mist. He looked impressive, but his speed was incredibly slow.

The most impressive feat was by Ke Chajing. As she fell, she did nothing, letting gravity pull her body faster and faster, drawing a perfect parabola in the air. Just as she was about to crash into the lake, she suddenly struck out with both palms. Instantly, a fiery red cloud Blink, creating a ten-meter-high wave and a large amount of water vapor spreading out. Then, she performed several backflips and leaped out of the water vapor, landing steadily on the edge of the arena.

After landing lightly with an unassuming Drunken Immortal Step, Hu Jixian shook his head helplessly and said, "I saw your hesitant expression before, but in the end, you were the one who had the most fun."

Ke Chajing laughed and raised her chin, saying, "You can't wrong me. The one who had the most fun was definitely the one who made the suggestion."

Before Hu Jixian could even turn his head, he heard a dragon's roar echoing through the air. Above, a dazzling golden light shone. Looking up, a golden dragon suddenly appeared, radiating an aura of dominance, spiraling downwards around the pit. Amidst the gasps of astonishment, it landed steadily in the center of the arena, accompanied by a resounding chant:

"Clad in a six-zhu robe, he commands the universe to conceal the truth. He embarks on a divine path through the clouds, and the Purple Star descends to reveal the heavens."

After the golden light dissipated, a Baiyi immortal stood gracefully, holding a whisk. It was Si Ming, who had changed into a Baiyi at some point. The light and flowing texture of the robe, along with a few gold ornaments, complemented his already outstanding appearance, giving him a truly otherworldly and ethereal air.

Especially now, he had lost his usual playful smile, and instead had a solemn and unsmiling expression, appearing unfathomable and otherworldly, like a celestial being descended to earth.

Si Ming raised his whisk, and an invisible force spread out, silencing the noise from the audience, calming the dust that had been stirred up when everyone landed, and even wiping away the steam that Ke Chajing had stirred up. The lake was as calm as a mirror, without a ripple, and the entire place fell silent.