Back in Nameless Valley, Wang Chen reviewed his Golden Core battle with Lu Hongye in the Cave Mansion beneath the pool.
There was no doubt that he had been at an absolute disadvantage in that duel. In a head-on clash, he had been utterly unable to match Lu Hongye, whose cultivation was at the high-level Golden Core stage. The gap in their strength had been enormous.
It made Wang Chen clearly realize that although he had achieved first-grade Pill Formation, he still could not erase the gap in their realms.
Not only was Lu Hongye's cultivation formidable, but his combat experience was also extensive, and every move he made was seasoned and decisive.
Had Wang Chen not brought out his life-saving treasure at the crucial moment and severely wounded his opponent in a single strike, he would likely have become a prisoner by now.
But Wang Chen had only possessed one such treasure. Once used, it was gone.
In fact, if his cultivation had been another two or three layers higher and he could have unleashed more of that treasure's power, killing Lu Hongye would not have been a problem.
Not only would that have avenged the ambush, but it would also have brought him a bountiful harvest!
What a pity...
Wang Chen could not help clenching his fists.
This calamity had undoubtedly poured a basin of cold water over him, making him understand that his strength still fell far short in the Haotian Realm. Never mind Nascent Soul and Spirit Transformation—even among Golden Core True Persons, there were plenty who could crush him!
So Wang Chen still had to keep a low profile. He could not go roaming about recklessly anymore; he needed to keep his head down and cultivate diligently.
Having made up his mind, Wang Chen went