His gaze swept across the Observation Platform before finally settling on the Lihuo Institute's side. In a clear voice, he said, "Junior Brother Li Wang of the Lihuo Institute, Yan has long heard of your mastery of the Calamity Flame Sky-Rending Saber. On this grand occasion, would you be willing to offer me some guidance?"
The moment he spoke, every gaze in the arena instantly focused on Li Wang.
Yan Yaoyang had taken the initiative to challenge another Chief Disciple. Without question, this was the most eye-catching match of the celebration so far.
The experts from the other three major sects also looked over, eager to witness the strength of the Wutai Sect's most outstanding younger disciples.
Li Wang's expression remained calm.
He knew full well that Yan Yaoyang was immensely powerful, but as the Lihuo Institute's Chief Disciple, how could he shrink from battle?
Besides, ever since becoming the chief senior disciple, Li Wang had never displayed his strength before the public. Today was the perfect opportunity.
He rose to his feet, gave Hong Yuandong beside him a slight nod, and strode toward the arena. The Crimson Long Blade at his waist buzzed as it left its sheath. Lihuo True Qi surged forth, and his entire body seemed shrouded in an invisible, scorching force field.
"Since Senior Brother Yan has invited me, how could Li refuse? Please!"
Li Wang cupped his fists, his voice steady and powerful.
"Please!"
The two said no more. Their qi fluctuations instantly locked onto each other.
Gengjin True Qi circulated around Yan Yaoyang, and an indestructible, razor-sharp aura spread outward.
Li Wang, meanwhile, was like a volcano on the verge of eruption, his blazing saber intent poised to strike.
Yan Yaoyang slid forward, his fist force hurtling toward Li Wang.
Boom!
Before the fist